6 Brilliant Reasons to Get Married on a Weekday at Spruce

October 09, 2025
Weddings

6 Brilliant Reasons to Get Married on a Weekday at Spruce Mountain Ranch

Thinking outside the traditional Saturday wedding box? You're not alone. Weekday weddings are becoming increasingly popular among couples who want more flexibility, intimacy, and significant cost savings. At Spruce Mountain Ranch, we've witnessed countless Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday celebrations that rival any weekend affair in beauty and meaning.

If you've been wondering whether a weekday wedding makes sense for you, keep reading to see if saying "I do" Monday through Thursday could be your smartest wedding planning decision.

1. Significant Venue Savings and Availability

Many venues, including Spruce Mountain Ranch, offer lower rates for Monday-Thursday bookings compared to weekend dates. These savings can be substantial—often thousands of dollars to redirect toward your honeymoon, exceptional photographers, and other vendors or celebratory aspects. The savings multiply even further when you combine a weekday wedding with off-season booking. Here in the beautiful Colorado Rockies, Spruce Mountain Ranch's peak wedding season runs from May to October, with mid-season rates in November, December, and April, and off-season pricing from January to March. A weekday wedding during off-season? That's maximum savings potential.

For intimate celebrations, our Ceremony-Only Package also offers exceptional value at just $1,900 for weekday bookings (versus $2,100 for weekends). This includes two hours for your ceremony and photos, a choice of three stunning ceremony sites, an on-site property manager, tables and chairs for 100 guests, and access to our bridal cottage and groom's lounge. Weekday bookings also offer more flexible timing beyond the standard 10am-noon weekend window.

Many vendors also offer reduced rates for weekday bookings, compounding your savings even more.

2. Weekday Weddings Don't Mean Sacrificing Celebration

Choosing a weekday doesn't mean sacrificing your party. While your ceremony might be shorter than a typical Saturday marathon, you can plan other celebrations in the surrounding days to connect with loved ones. Consider hosting a welcome dinner the evening before, a post-wedding brunch, or even a casual gathering later in the week. These extended celebrations give you multiple opportunities to connect with different groups in more intimate settings.

Additionally, a more relaxed day-of timeline means significantly less emotional and physical exhaustion. You'll genuinely be able to absorb and enjoy your celebration, connecting meaningfully with guests, and end the evening with energy remaining rather than collapsing from exhaustion. Many couples feel more present and less overwhelmed during their weekday weddings compared to friends who choose traditional Saturday celebrations.

3. More Affordable Guest Accommodations

The cost benefits extend beyond just your budget as a couple. Hotels are generally more available and considerably cheaper for weekday bookings, translating to real cost savings for your guests and wedding party. This consideration shows you care about your loved ones' financial well-being while making it easier for them to celebrate with you.

This increased availability is especially helpful if you want loved ones present for rehearsal dinners, brunches, or extended time together in the days surrounding your wedding. With more affordable lodging, guests may feel more comfortable extending their stay.

4. Reduced Travel Costs for Everyone

Travel expenses drop significantly during the week. Flights and car rentals command premium prices on and around weekends, but guests traveling mid-week often discover pleasantly reduced ticket and booking costs. At the very least, traffic will be minimal during weekday travel since no one will be caught up in congested weekend travel routes.

For destination weddings or celebrations where many guests need to travel, these savings can genuinely impact whether loved ones can afford to attend. Lower travel costs remove barriers, potentially increasing your attendance rather than decreasing it.

5. Sometimes Weekday Attendance is Actually Easier

While conventional wisdom suggests weekday weddings mean lower RSVPs, we've found the reality is often different. Weekends compete with pre-planned travel, major life events, and even other weddings if you are booking during peak season. The likelihood of guests having long-standing weekday commitments is often smaller.

This is especially true for local guests and those working weekend-centric jobs—service industry, retail, or healthcare workers. A weekday date puts considerably less stress on these loved ones' work schedules compared to requesting weekend time off.

6. Perfect for Intimate, Intentional Celebrations

Weekday weddings are ideal for couples who value intimate, personal details over large productions. These ceremonies generally follow more relaxed timelines—you're not rushing through your ceremony and photos, frantically fighting against disappearing daylight or rigid venue time constraints.

Weekday celebrations often mean reduced or more laid-back receptions, which isn't a disadvantage—it's an opportunity. You can create space for more people to share toasts during your reception, work special acknowledgments or meaningful cultural traditions into the schedule without feeling rushed, and truly savor each moment rather than feeling like you're racing through a checklist. This intentional pacing allows you to be fully present for the emotional significance of your day, connecting authentically with your partner and your guests rather than performing for a production.

Spruce Mountain Ranch's Ceremony-Only Package shines here, with weekday bookings offering flexible timing and a two-hour window that provides ample space for meaningful ceremonies and beautiful photos without all-day exhaustion.

Is a Weekday Wedding Right for You?

Weekday weddings offer compelling advantages: substantial cost savings, increased flexibility, intimate celebrations, and often easier attendance for guests who matter most. They're particularly ideal for couples who prioritize meaningful experiences over traditional expectations or simply want a more relaxed, authentic celebration.

At Spruce Mountain Ranch, our stunning Colorado mountain setting provides the perfect backdrop for weekday weddings that feel just as special—if not more so—than weekend counterparts. With more availability, greater flexibility, and our dedicated team supporting you, your weekday celebration can be everything you've dreamed of and more.

Ready to explore how a weekday wedding at Spruce Mountain Ranch could be perfect for your love story? Contact our team today and discover the possibilities waiting for you—any day of the week.