Ridgewood Event Center Wedding in Durango, Colorado - Nitsa + Leo

Leo and Nitsa’s wedding day was one of those rare, golden celebrations that felt right from start to finish. Set at the quaint Ridgewood Event Center just outside of Durango, Colorado, their day unfolded with an easy kind of beauty. Nothing forced, nothing overdone, just heartfelt moments surrounded by their biggest supporters and loved ones.

Ridgewood Event Center was the perfect backdrop for the kind of wedding they envisioned. Tucked along the banks of the Florida River and framed by wide open pastures and distant mountain views, it offered the feeling of being far from everything, but close to what matters most. It’s the kind of place where time slows down a little, and that’s exactly how their day felt.

Nitsa’s family, some of whom traveled from Greece, brought warmth and tradition to the celebration. After a simple and emotional ceremony, guests gathered for an al fresco dinner filled with Mediterranean flavors. The laughter was constant, the toasts were honest, and the wine never stopped flowing.

And then came the dancing.

As a wedding photographer in Durango, Colorado, I live for days like this. Not just because the setting was dreamy, but because the moments were real. Leo and Nitsa’s wedding wasn’t about perfection; it was about presence. Family, culture, connection, and the quiet beauty of slowing down and celebrating love in a place that lets you breathe.

If you’re dreaming of a wedding in Durango and want it to feel rooted and meaningful, Ridgewood Event Center is a gem. And if you’re looking for a photographer who’s all in on documenting the real stuff, the laughter, the quiet glances, the way your people show up for you, I’d love to be part of it.

Let’s make something beautiful, together.

Planning: Mountainesque

Venue: Ridgewood Event Center

Catering: Et Voila

Florals: Superette