At Your Service — Planners Demand, these Colorado Event Suppliers Supply

Every planner knows that successful events are all about the details. Of course, the venue is crucial. But if you host your gala in Buckingham Palace and the food is bad, what are your guest going to remember? (Okay, maybe they’d remember the queen, but that bad corn would stick in their minds long after it got stuck in their teeth.) Whether it’s your lunch or your linens, the tent or the torts, the blooms or the booze, when you get the details right, everything comes together flawlessly.

The best caterers serve up a mouthwatering menu that is sure to please. Look for a caterer who not only knows food, service, and presentation, but is familiar with what’s trending--from farm to table, food trucks to sweet botanicals, artisan cheeses to chocolates. Why not sample something from one of these Colorado Caterers:

• Footers Catering. A local favorite, this popular caterer offers a wide range of menu choices, from hors d’ oeuvres (honey smoked salmon nachos, chipotle spiced shrimp, goat cheese and grape truffles) to dinner entrees (beef tenderloin, seared halibut, lemon sage chicken) and everything in between. Offering catering clients a selection of cakes, tarts and truffles is one more reason Footers Catering is such a sweet choice.

• Epicurean Group. With more than thirty years in the business, the Epicurean Group takes pride in dishing up food that is fresh, locally sourced, and immensely enjoyable. One of the first Colorado caterers to serve grass-fed beef, free-range poultry and locally-grown produce. Epicurean is the exclusive or preferred caterer at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, Sports Authority Field at Mile High, and more intimate settings like Palazzo Verdi.

• Occasions Catering. Award-winning caterers for over forty years, Occasions skillfully prepares and serves everything from box lunches to buffets, and they do it deliciously. Offering a comprehensive event design process tailored to your event along with menus inspired by seasonal ingredients and fresh flavors, they’re guaranteed to make your occasion memorable.

For a complete list of event caterers, check out our Colorado event catering directory.

Linens in every imaginable fabric and color; lights that create a fantasy ambiance; technology that keeps your crew connected--there is always room for rentals in your event budget. Just look and see what these Colorado rental companies have in their inventory:

• Party Time Rental. If you need it, they’ve got it. They’ve even got what you didn’t know you needed. Take advantage of their vast inventory of chairs, china, flatware, glassware, tables, linens, concession equipment, tents, canopies and more … the list goes on and on.

• Colorado Party Rentals. Colorado’s premier rental company, they offer an extensive line of tenting, tables, chairs, dance floors, concession products, beverage and food service items. Their event planning specialists will help with tent layouts, permitting, tabletop designs, and pickup/delivery options to ensure your event runs smoothly.

• BearCom Denver. Logistics can be a nightmare if you can’t communicate effectively with your staff. BearCom wireless communication systems and services keeps you connected to your crew and ensures your event goes off without a hitch.

• Radio Resource. Serving the Denver area since 1989. When it’s critical that you stay in touch with your team, Radio Resource offers a fleet of rental radios and walkie talkies that are ideal for shows, concerts, conventions, and other large events.

For a complete list of rental vendors, discover our Colorado event rental directory.

You’ll know every detail is in place when you let your local CVB help service your event. Partake of free marketing materials, down time calendars, event registration, plus expert knowledge on the area, the venues, the attractions and more. Find out what these Colorado Convention and Visitor’s Bureaus can do for you:

• Denver Area Colorado. Close enough to cities to partake of all the amenities, yet far enough away to enjoy the splendor and beauty of the Colorado countryside. With an abundance of picturesque mountain vistas, plus historical sites, art museums, wood trails, rolling hills, and sparkling streams, you’ll want to tap into Central Colorado CVBs at Denver, Aurora, and Castle Rock to name just a few.

• Front Range Colorado. Escape. Explore. Enjoy. The scenic Front Range is the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park, some of the prettiest country in the nation. Known for majestic peaks, forests, meadow, and ponds, there are also casinos, hiking, skiing, wine tastings, museums, and tours. You’ll want to check in with the CVB resources at Boulder and Estes Park to find out more.

• Northwest Colorado. It’s mountain country. Here lies a dense collection of world-class ski resorts, whitewater rivers, sandstone canyons, huge alpine lakes, and the Continental Divide all within minutes of serenity, relaxation, fishing, swimming, hiking and more. Check into Aspen, Breckenridge, Glenwood Springs, Steamboat Springs CVBs for the best that Mother Nature has to offer.

For a complete list of CVBs, explore our Colorado Convention and Visitor Bureau directory.