Why We Love Filming Weddings at the Westin Riverfront
The Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa in Avon, Colorado is one of those venues that effortlessly blends mountain scenery with refined comfort. Nestled along the Eagle River and surrounded by the Beaver Creek mountains, it offers couples a wedding experience that feels elevated, relaxed, and deeply Colorado.
As Colorado wedding filmmakers who have documented weddings across the mountains for years, we’ve had the chance to film at The Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa and see firsthand how beautifully this venue translates to film.
If you’re planning a wedding here and considering videography, this guide will walk you through what makes the Westin Riverfront special, how to plan your timeline for video, and why wedding films shine at this venue.
Charli and Jack’s wedding (linked by clicking the photo below) is one of our favorites we have filmed, and the Westin Riverfront was the perfect location for their celebration. Watch their full highlight film by clicking below.
Why Couples Love the Westin Riverfront for Weddings
The Westin Riverfront is ideal for couples who want:
- Mountain views without feeling remote
- A seamless, all-in-one wedding weekend
- Comfortable accommodations for guests
- Indoor and outdoor ceremony flexibility
From a videography perspective, this venue offers variety — riverside moments, mountain backdrops, elegant interiors, and lively reception energy — all within a walkable footprint.
Ceremony & Reception Options (From a Filmmaker’s Perspective)
One of the strengths of the Westin Riverfront is its flexibility.
Ceremony Spaces
Depending on the season and your guest count, ceremonies may take place:
- Outdoors with sweeping mountain views
- On terraces overlooking the river
- Indoors with large windows and natural light
Outdoor ceremonies here feel expansive without being exposed, which allows us to capture wide establishing shots and intimate reactions.
Reception Spaces
Receptions at the Westin Riverfront tend to be:
- Energetic
- Well-lit for evening events
- Designed for smooth transitions between dinner, toasts, and dancing
This flow is incredibly helpful for storytelling on film.
Lighting & Golden Hour at the Westin Riverfront
Lighting is one of the most important — and overlooked — elements of wedding videography.
At the Westin Riverfront:
- Daytime light is clean and natural
- Golden hour reflects beautifully off the mountains and river
- Indoor reception lighting maintains warmth without feeling dark
We always recommend protecting 10–20 minutes around sunset in your timeline. Even a short window can add cinematic depth to your wedding film.
This is something we often help couples plan for when building a wedding day timeline with a videographer.
Sample Wedding Day Timeline at the Westin Riverfront
Every wedding is unique, but here’s a relaxed, video-friendly sample timeline:
- Getting ready on-site at the hotel
- First look near the river or terrace
- Ceremony in the late afternoon
- Cocktail hour while portraits continue
- Sunset portraits near the water
- Reception with toasts and dancing
Because everything happens in one location, timelines here tend to feel calmer and more flexible — which always results in a better film.
Why Wedding Videography Shines at the Westin Riverfront
This venue is especially well-suited for video because:
- The scenery adds scale and context to your story
- Audio conditions are strong for vows and toasts
- Guest energy carries naturally into the reception
- Multi-day celebrations are common
Couples planning weddings here often value experience, connection, and presence — which aligns beautifully with story-driven wedding films.
If you’re currently weighing wedding videographer cost, it’s worth considering how a venue like the Westin Riverfront supports longer coverage and more relaxed storytelling.
Planning Tips for Filming at the Westin Riverfront
A few things we always keep in mind when filming here:
- Build in buffer time for mountain weather
- Coordinate sunset timing early
- Keep travel minimal by using on-site locations
- Plan speeches earlier in the reception if possible
These small considerations make a noticeable difference in the final film.
Choosing a Wedding Videographer for the Westin Riverfront
Not every videographer approaches venues like this the same way.
When choosing a wedding videographer for the Westin Riverfront, look for someone who:
- Understands mountain lighting and weather
- Prioritizes clean audio
- Works collaboratively with photographers and planners
- Values calm, unobtrusive presence
If you’re still early in the decision process, it can help to read more about how to choose a wedding videographer before reaching out.
Final Thoughts
The Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa offers a beautiful balance of mountain setting and refined comfort — and it translates incredibly well to wedding film.
If you’re planning a wedding here and are drawn to films that feel authentic, lighthearted, and true to how the day actually felt, we’d love to connect and learn more about your plans.
Whether you’re finalizing your timeline, comparing videography packages, or simply gathering information, we’re always happy to help guide the process.
Because weddings at places like the Westin Riverfront deserve to be remembered with intention.
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