Amazing Wedding Venues & Vendors

I’m often asked, what is the first step to planning a wedding, in my opinion it’s your DATE then VENUE then the TIME of your ceremony. So, if you have no clue where you want to have your ceremony or reception, I have compiled my personal list of places to consider getting married at. Plus I’m happy to share it with you! Of course, I do so with the hopes that you will reach out to me again to see if I am available to Officiate your wedding. 🙂 Please scroll down until you see VENUES. But before you go, should you decide to contact one of the venues, please tell them I referred you, but even more important than that is, should you have to leave a message, PLEASE leave as much information as possible… besides your name and phone number.. provide the DATE you want to get married or a couple of dates if you are flexible, otherwise, don’t expect a return phone call. Not nice to say, but it’s the truth. I on the other hand will call you back no matter what. 🙂

Assembling a talented, experienced team of wedding vendors is an essential part of organizing a smooth, low-stress wedding celebration. Your officiant, Photographer, DJ or live entertainment, florist, caterer, hair stylist and makeup artist are all essential members of your team of wedding vendors. For this reason, it’s very important to do your research and choose vendors whose personality and style will be a good fit for your wedding. Below is my personal list of favorites based on my experience with them. If you choose to call them PLEASE tell them Kelly with Amor Ceremonies referred you! 🙂

The Photographer

Finding a Photographer is as important as finding an Officiant that you click with. And I know that searching for a talented and reputable wedding photographer within your budget can be frustrating. My personal favorite is Roy Ricci of Ricci Photography, he specializes in shooting a creative blend of photo-journalistic traditional, contemporary and artistic photography for each and every wedding. Roy is handpicked for his friendly personality, creative style and professional equipment. Roy can be reached at 505-250-1113 or http://www.ricciphotography.net/

Other favorites: Natural Touch Photography 505-818-0001 http://www.naturaltouchphotos.com/

Sweet William Photography 505-363-2391 http://www.sweetwilliamphoto.com/

Kevin’s Photography 505-345-6322 http://kevinsphotography.net/

DRESS

Bridal Elegance by Darlene 505-830-2110 http://www.bridalelegancenm.com/

Ann Matthews Bridal 505-890-3736 http://www.annmatthews.com/

THE CAKE

ABC Cake Shop 505-255-5080 www.abccakeshop.com

Saratoris 268-2627, ask for Johnny

The Cake Boutique 833-1170 http://www.thecakeboutiqueabq.com/

Say it with Cake 899-6010

Nothing Bundt Cake, 505-924-222 www.albuquerque@nothingbundtcakes.com

Cake Fetish 883-0670 www.cakefetish.com

Small Cakes 505-404-1800 http://www.smallcakesnm.com/

The DJ

Selecting a great DJ is absolutely crucial to the success of your wedding reception. Not only does the DJ keep the music flowing, they will work with you to create a schedule of events that will keep you and your guests entertained. It’s too easy for a reception too loose momentum without the planning and enthusiasm a professional DJ provides. The last thing you want is for your party to deflate, but that’s precisely what will happen if you opt for the “iPod DJ”. The best, most flexible Albuquerque DJ we have worked with is Too Hot to Stop . They have been in business for 23 years and know exactly what it takes to make your wedding reception a success. They can be reached at 505-480-4601 or www.toohottostop.com.

Or another favorite is Patrick with Dream Factory Productions 505-507-2795 http://dreamfactorydjs.com/

_{Musicology DJ Services} www.musicology4u.com 505-933-5860 ask for Laura, email laura@musicology4u.com

The Florist

Finding a talented florist is not only contributes to the beauty and ambiance of your ceremony and reception, it helps make your wedding photos even more spectacular. Nothing makes the bride look even more beautiful or dresses up a plain hotel ballroom like some artfully arranged flowers. For incredible work and many years of experience as an Albuquerque florist , contact Christine of Something Special with Flowers at 505-881-4331 or www.customfloralart.com

Or consider contacting Enchanted Garden 505-610-8927 http://www.enchantedgarden.biz/

The Caterer

Picking a caterer can be daunting. Serving 200 guests a bad meal is…not so good. We wedding photographers have had the opportunity to sample the fare of nearly every caterer in Albuquerque. Hands down, the company that we recommend above all others is Blue Plate Special . Everything from the appetizers to the dessert is deliciously and expertly prepared by this passionate company. They can be reached at 505-255-BLUE (2583) or www.eatblueplate.com

_{Fuddruckers (yes, they do more than burgers)
http://fuddsburger.com/albuquerque/catering-albuquerque/}

_{Above & Beyond Catering
https://www.aboveandbeyondnm.com/
505-508-5638}

_{Sassy Apron, Rachel 505-225-9293
www.mysassyapron.com}

_{Central Grill, George or Alicia 505-554-1424
www.centralgrillcoffeealbuquerque.com}

_{Slate Street Café 243-2210
http://www.slatestreetcafe.com/catering}

Also consider Bobbi’s Homestyle Catering 505-385-0963 http://www.bobbishomestylecooking.com/

POETRY???? Yes!

What a great way to customize your ceremony!!! Darshan offers a complimentary consultation to “get to know you as a couple” he will then create a beautiful heartfelt poem reflecting the essence of your relationship! https://www.feelgoodpoems.com/ 505-321-4914

The Decorator

_{Finishing Touches} _{, ask for Elaine 575-317-8014
www.finishingtouchesofnm.com}

_Classic _{Party Rentals Cara 344-9907
https://albuquerque.classicpartyrentals.com/}

Eye Lashes

Talking about taking your hair, make-up & dress over the edge by having perfect eyelashes!!!! Call Kirsten with Ultra Lashe 505-459-9955 www.UltraLashe.com

The Hair Salon

Choosing an experienced hair salon will make you look like a million bucks on your wedding day; many are even willing to do on-site bridal hair. Not only will you hear the sound of jaws dropping as you walk down the aisle, your photographer will thank you. If you aren’t already loyal to a stylist, check out Stockton Hair Artists . They can be reached at 505-884-0424.

The Bridal Makeup Artist

Last but far from least is your professional makeup artist. Finding an Albuquerque bridal makeup artist who knows how makeup will look on film is essential. Our dear friend Noel of The Vanity has spent years working with top photographers across the country and provides stellar on-site bridal makeup. She can be reached 505-710-6802 or www.thevanitymakeup.com

Another excellent option is Jessica ! Lavande 505-291-8323 http://jessica-jung.com/

THE LIMO/CARRIAGE

Limousine Service 505-712-2781 ask for Joe

American Limousine http://www.americanlimosabq.com 505-877-7576

Rio Sandia Carriage Service 505-301-0917 www.newmexicoadventures.com

THE VIDEOGRAPHER

Luminance Wedding Films, ask for Sarah 505-301-1668 http://www.luminanceweddingfilms.com/

Avista Video http://www.avistavideo.com/ 505-828-2100~John

Sally with Loving Image www.theweddingvideosite.com 505-359-5900

Emily Joanne Wedding Films 505-359-9971 info@emilyjoanne.com , www.emilyjoanne.com

THE PLANNER/DAY OF THE EVENT COORDINATOR

Alena Swanson http://www.alenaswanson.com/ 505-252-7689

Sealed With a Kiss http://www.swaknm.com/ Maria 505-363-5176

Just Lovely Weddings http://www.justlovelyweddings.com/ Lauren 505-835-0011

Occasion Services 884-0434 www.occasionservicesevents.com

Natalie with Oh So Natty, Natalie 505-401-0024 http://www.ohsonatty.com/

_{Crystal Anaya 850-8389} eoevents12@gmail.com Extraordinary Events www.eoevents12.com

Found Hearts Event Planning, Aysha Meyers, 505-933-6254 http://www.fheventplanning.com/

VENUES VENUES VENUES VENUES

CHAPELS

Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel, 404 San Felipe St NW, 909-3866 ask for Audra Billit www.chapelGuadalupe.com

UNM Chapel, 277-9093 Kathy Scott, email kascott1@unm.edu

Center for Spiritual Living 881-4311, 2801 Louisiana Blvd NE

Hotel ABQ, ask for Aimee, 222-8716 www.hotelABQ.com

Old Ysidro Church http://www.corraleshistory.com/index.html 263-0666

Shriners on Zuni 255-5329, 6600 Zuni Rd SE

Village of Tijeras – small church + gazebo 281-1220

Hyatt Regency Downtown, 505-843-2679 email:Carin.Corrie@hyatt.com email:Carin.Corrie@hyatt.com http://albuquerque.regency.hyatt.com/en/hotel/meetings-and-events/weddings.html

COUNTRY CLUBS

Albuquerque Country Club ask for Jerrielynne 247-4111 ext 107 https://albuquerquecountryclub.memberstatements.com

Canyon Club, Carol Crist 505-299-9555 ext 131 email: ccrist@canyonclubgolf.com

Tanoan CC 822-0422 http://www.tanoancountryclub.com/weddings-events

HOTELS

Sandia Resort 798-3970, ask for Anna http://www.sandiacasino.com/weddings/

Hotel Andaluz 505- 242-9090 http://www.hotelandaluz.com/weddings/

Hyatt Regency Downtown 505-843-2679 email:Carin.Corrie@hyatt.com http://albuquerque.regency.hyatt.com/en/hotel/meetings-and-events/weddings.html

Hyatt Regency Tamaya “Chelsea” 771-6039 http://tamaya.regency.hyatt.com/en/hotel/weddings.html

Sheraton ABQ Airport 505-244-8549, ask for Cherie www.sheratonalbuquerqueairport.com

Courtyard by Marriott, 998-2165 ask for Raelene www.marriott.com/abqcy

Marriott Uptown 505-837-6674 www.marriot.com/abqnm

Hotel Parq Central 998-7601 ask for Noelle http://hotelparqcentral.com/

Inn at Rio Rancho 892-1700, http://www.riorancho-inn.com/

Hotel ABQ, ask for Aimee, 222-8716 www.hotelABQ.com

Marriott Pyramid, ask for Melanie 505-798-6445 www.marriott.com/abqmc

Hotel ABQ, ask for Aimee, 222-8716 www.hotelABQ.com

Marriott Pyramid, ask for Sarah 505-798-6445 www.marriott.com/abqmc

MCM Eleganet, ask for Catherine 314-7695, chatcher@mcmelegante.com

Hotel Cascada ask for ? 855-6115 email rhenry@thehotelcascada.com

Barcelona Suites 255-5566 www.barcelonasuitesabqcom pfollo@newmexico-lodging.com

EVENT CENTERS

Casas de Suenos/ Old Town Banquet Hall 505-247-4560 http://www.casasdesuenos.com/

Prairie Star 867-3327 “Rebecca” http://mynewmexicogolf.com/prairie_star/

Casa Rodena Winery, ask for Jerry or Vicki, 505-278-0506 , www.casarodena.com

El Zocalo ask for Rudy 505- 867-8687 www.ElZocaloPlaza.com

Nature Pointe 450-2384 http://www.naturepointe.com/~naturepo/weddings/

ABQ Party Space 505-250-5807 ask for Avery http://www.albuquerqueweddinghall.com/index.html

Casa Vieja 505-269-1919 ask for Gary or Linda http://www.casaviejaevents.com/

The Banque Lofts, David 280-2598 www.downtownbanquelofts.com

Casa Esencia, 222-8736, 800 Rio Grande Blvd NW http://www.casaesencia.com ,

Museum of Natural History 363-9890 “Beverly”

ABQ Bio Park 848-7115

ABQ Museum 768-3525, Lucia Garcia, better to go in person

Volcanos West 836-5161

Club Rio Rancho 505-896-5000 ~ Monica Lovato email monica@clubriorancho.com www.clubriorancho.com

El Pinto 898-1771

Romanza Falls 505-261-1470 http://www.romanzafallsnm.com/

Pongal Event Center 505-892-5022 http://pongalevents.com/index.html

ABQ Garden Center 296.6020, ask for Suzy or Laurie www.albuquerquegardenctr.org

Wool Warehouse Phone: (505)

El Nido del Halcon 906 Isleta Blvd 221-3014

The Event Palace 323-3730 www.eventpalace.org on Eubank

Old Town Farm 505-720-4649 Trish http://oldtownfarm.com/

Hispano Culture Center “Diana” 246-2261

ABQ Balloon Museum(505) 768-6028 www.cabq.gov/balloon

Rio Grande Nature Center http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/rgnc.htm

Viva Events 867-4587 http://www.vivaeventsnm.com , Bernalillo

Salon Del Alba 505-203-3345 or 505-304-5015 8001 Central Ave NE

Hubbell House http://www.hubbellhousealliance.org/property.htm

Fiesta on the Green 768-6044 Rebecca Hammer or 768-6050 ~ Susan Rice $250 Parks & Rec department

Sandia Lakes 505-771-5190 http://www.sandiapueblo.nsn.us/sandia-lakes/

Casa Benavides on 4 ^th http://www.casadebenavidez.com 898-3311

ABQ Railyards

The Source 1111 Carlisle Blvd SE, 87106, Chery 265-5900 www.thesourceabq.com abqsource@gmail.com

UNM Student Union 505-277-3258 email eshelton@unm.edu ask for Edith Shelton

Koinonia Gardens 505-294-5070 http://koinonia-abq.com/koinonia-gardens.html

Indian Pueblo Culture Center, ask for Amy 505-724-3509 email aliotta@indianpueblo.com

Indoor Party Tyme 450-8483 www.indoorpartytyme.com

ABQ Convention Center 505-768-3873, ask for Marjorie email mgallegos@albuquerquecc.com

La Mesita Ranch http://la-mesita-ranch.com/ 505-920-2698 ask for Michelle

Air Dance Art Space ask for Jeff 505-220-1851 www.airdanceartspace.com email jeff@aquilaarts.com

Manzano Mountain Retreat 505-384-4467 or 505-241-9000 www.manzanoretreat.com

Gertrude Zazhary Castle 505-247-4442 email ketmany@gertrudezachary.com

City View Event Center 505-463-2998

BED N BREAKFAST

Casas de Suenos Old Town Banquet Hall 505-247-4560 http://www.casasdesuenos.com/

The Chocolate Turtle 505-898-1800 www.chocolateturtlebb.com

Inn at Paradise ask for Diane 898-6161 http://www.innatparadise.com

Casa Azul Vacation Rental www.vrbo.com #202281 Call Denise 730-2320 in Old Town.

Red Horse Vineyard B & B ask for Darlene 505-877-1491 www.redhorsebb.com

Desert Willow B & B 575.829.3410 (Jemez Springs, NM)

Downtown Historic B n B 842-0223 http://www.albuquerquebedandbreakfasts.com/

GOLF COURSES

Desert Greens 898-7001 http://www.desertgreensgolfcourse.com/albuquerque-wedding-ceremony/

Sandia Golf Course Event Center, 553-6802,

Four Hills Country Club 299-9555 ext 131 http://www.fourhillscc.com

Ladera GC GC “Billy” 768-5365

UNM Golf Course 505-277-3258 email eshelton@unm.edu ask for Edith Shelton

PARKS

UNM Duck Pond (720 Yale NE) Student Activity Ctr 277-4706 ask for Crystal ….. www.ems.unm.edu or email event@unm.edu (this contact info could very well be wrong, so if it is ask whoever answers the phone for the correct phone #.

Old Town Gazebo~ Culture Services 768-3531 or 205-6789

Kiwanis Picnic area @ Elena Gallegos https://www.cabq.gov/parksandrecreation/open-space/facilities/rental-facilities (505) 452-5217

Pat Hurley Park @ Central & Yucca(over looks the city)

West Park Bluff(I40 & Coors) R on Ouray, R on Alamogordo, L on Ian, R on Vista Grande Dr NW

McDuffy Park aka Hidden Park(this park is really hidden but if you go to address 3710 Mackland Ave NE you will see an oversized alley way to the right of their driveway …. You enter the park from here.

Shady Lakes 11033 4th St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-2568 http://www.shadylakes.com/

Lazy River Hiking Trail@ 6770 Lazy River Ct NE (this is actually a residence but the trail is a public trail next to this address. Sandy trail but great views of the river and mountains.

Westside ~ Rio Vista Park

Rio Rancho Veterans Memorial Park(Behind Post Office on Southern & Pinetree. Must see to appreciate.

Las Huertas Picnic Area, Placitas, NM http://www.recreation.gov/camping/las-huertas-picnic-area/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=75382

NM Veterans Memorial 1100 Louisiana Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108