The Ranch Events Complex

Loveland I-25 Open in Maps

Northern Colorado trade shows and expos at scale.

Listed · researched, not yet produced at

Venue type

Convention & Expo

Scale, exhibits

Capacity

50–5,000 guests

Outside AV

Outside AV welcome

Catering

In-house catering only

Lodging

Ask the venue

Size

375,000+ sq ft

Producer's read

What this room is

Vibe
Convention scale — hangar-sized and frankly utilitarian.
Best for
Northern Colorado trade shows and expos at scale.
Why it works for AV
Outside production is welcome, so you control the gear list and the AV budget.

Before you call

Straight answers

01 Can I bring my own AV or production company to The Ranch Events Complex?

Yes. The Ranch Events Complex confirms outside AV and production teams are welcome. Production-friendly.

02 Can I bring my own caterer to The Ranch Events Complex?

No — catering at The Ranch Events Complex is in-house only. In-house plus other options.

03 How many guests does The Ranch Events Complex hold?

The Ranch Events Complex holds 50–5,000 guests.

The fine print

Details & policies

Event spaces
Multiple halls plus an arena
Size
375,000+ sq ft
Capacity
50–5,000 guests
Outside AV / production
Outside AV welcome. Production-friendly.
Catering
In-house catering only. In-house plus other options.
Lodging
Not confirmed — ask about room blocks or partner hotels.
Production notes
Industrial power and rigging, with enormous parking.
Tags
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2 of 6 confirmed

AV specs

Partial by design — we publish only what the venue or our own site knowledge supports. "Confirm on walkthrough" is the honest answer and the reason producers do site visits.

Power

Industrial / concert-grade service.

Load-in

Confirm on walkthrough

Rigging

Rigging points available — confirm capacity and attachment rules.

Ceiling

Confirm on walkthrough

Acoustics

Confirm on walkthrough

Internet

Confirm on walkthrough

Boulder County Fairgrounds logo

Boulder County Fairgrounds

Longmont · Hover Road

  • up to 1,000 guests
  • AV: Open
  • BYO caterer
Vibe
Convention scale — hangar-sized and frankly utilitarian.
Best for
Budget expos and trade shows in the corridor.
  • 🏛️ Museum & exhibits
  • 🌿 Gardens & grounds
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Why it works for AV
Outside production is welcome, so you control the gear list and the AV budget.
Event spaces
Exhibit buildings plus outdoor space
Outside AV / production
Blank canvas — bring your own production.
Catering
Flexible catering.
Production notes
Economical open halls between Boulder and Northern Colorado.
Published rates
Economical

AV specs

Power
Confirm on walkthrough
Load-in
Confirm on walkthrough
Rigging
Confirm on walkthrough
Ceiling
Confirm on walkthrough
Acoustics
Confirm on walkthrough
Internet
Confirm on walkthrough

Primary contacts

Booking & planning

Ask for the Director of Sales / Sales Manager / Catering Sales Manager.

AV & event services

Ask for the Event Services Manager / Convention Services Manager / Director of Event Technology.

  • Capacity — ask
  • AV: Confirm
  • In-house catering
Vibe
Polished hotel ballroom — predictable, full-service, room blocks attached.
Best for
Regional events serving eastern Northern Colorado.
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Why it works for AV
We haven't confirmed the AV policy here — it's the first question to ask.
Event spaces
Ballroom and breakout rooms
Outside AV / production
❓ Confirm with venue
Catering
👨‍🍳 In-house catering only
Production notes
Greeley's primary conference hotel.

AV specs

Power
Confirm on walkthrough
Load-in
Confirm on walkthrough
Rigging
Confirm on walkthrough
Ceiling
Confirm on walkthrough
Acoustics
Confirm on walkthrough
Internet
Confirm on walkthrough

Primary contacts

Booking & planning

Ask for the Director of Sales / Sales Manager / Catering Sales Manager.

AV & event services

Ask for the Event Services Manager / Convention Services Manager / Director of Event Technology.

Embassy Suites Loveland logo

Embassy Suites Loveland

Loveland · I-25 / Centerra

  • 150–1,000 guests
  • AV: Confirm
  • In-house catering
Vibe
Polished hotel ballroom — predictable, full-service, room blocks attached.
Best for
Regional conferences at 150–1,000 with rooms attached.
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Why it works for AV
We haven't confirmed the AV policy here — it's the first question to ask.
Event spaces
Conference center and ballroom
Size
Approximately 40,000 sq ft reported
Outside AV / production
❓ Confirm with venue
Catering
👨‍🍳 In-house catering only
Production notes
The largest hotel conference center in Northern Colorado.

AV specs

Power
Confirm on walkthrough
Load-in
Confirm on walkthrough
Rigging
Confirm on walkthrough
Ceiling
Confirm on walkthrough
Acoustics
Confirm on walkthrough
Internet
Confirm on walkthrough

Primary contacts

Booking & planning

Ask for the Director of Sales / Sales Manager / Catering Sales Manager.

AV & event services

Ask for the Event Services Manager / Convention Services Manager / Director of Event Technology.

Fort Vasquez Museum

Northern Colorado · 13412 US 85

  • Capacity — ask
  • AV: Confirm
  • Catering — ask
Vibe
Museum backdrop — the room itself is the talking point.
Best for
Receptions and donor events that want a backdrop guests remember.
Details & policies ↓ Hide details ↑
Why it works for AV
We haven't confirmed the AV policy here — it's the first question to ask.
Outside AV / production
❓ Confirm with venue
Catering
❓ Confirm with venue

AV specs

Power
Confirm on walkthrough
Load-in
Confirm on walkthrough
Rigging
Confirm on walkthrough
Ceiling
Confirm on walkthrough
Acoustics
Confirm on walkthrough
Internet
Confirm on walkthrough

Primary contacts

Booking & planning

Ask for the Director of Sales / Sales Manager / Catering Sales Manager.

AV & event services

Ask for the Event Services Manager / Convention Services Manager / Director of Event Technology.

Lazy Stud Ranch logo

Lazy Stud Ranch

Lyons · Outside Longmont / Lyons

  • Capacity — ask
  • AV: Confirm
  • Catering — ask
Vibe
Rustic farm — barn timber, open sky, working agricultural land.
Best for
Outdoor celebrations and retreats on ranch land near Lyons.
  • 🚣 Lake, creek & water
  • 🐐 Farm & animals
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Why it works for AV
We haven't confirmed the AV policy here — it's the first question to ask.
Event spaces
Open fields, floral pathways, and a pond
Outside AV / production
❓ Confirm with venue
Catering
❓ Confirm with venue
Production notes
Outdoor-first site — plan power and weather cover.

AV specs

Power
Plan distribution rather than assuming it; this isn't a purpose-built event building.
Load-in
Confirm on walkthrough
Rigging
Confirm on walkthrough
Ceiling
Confirm on walkthrough
Acoustics
Confirm on walkthrough
Internet
Confirm on walkthrough

Primary contacts

Booking & planning

Ask for the Director of Sales / Sales Manager / Catering Sales Manager.

AV & event services

Ask for the Event Services Manager / Convention Services Manager / Director of Event Technology.

Left Hand Brewing Company logo

Left Hand Brewing Company

Longmont · Longmont

  • 40–200 guests
  • AV: Confirm
  • Catering — ask
Vibe
Taproom character — casual, with the F&B story built in.
Best for
Team events and receptions at a brewery people already know by name.
  • 🍷 Tastings & tours
Details & policies ↓ Hide details ↑
Why it works for AV
We haven't confirmed the AV policy here — it's the first question to ask.
Event spaces
Tasting Room, the Malt Room, and a covered patio
Capacity notes
Tasting Room up to 200; Malt Room 65+; covered patio 40+
Outside AV / production
❓ Confirm with venue
Catering
❓ Confirm with venue
Production notes
Three distinct spaces, so a program can move rooms across an evening.

AV specs

Power
Confirm on walkthrough
Load-in
Confirm on walkthrough
Rigging
Confirm on walkthrough
Ceiling
Confirm on walkthrough
Acoustics
Confirm on walkthrough
Internet
Confirm on walkthrough

Primary contacts

Booking & planning

Ask for the Director of Sales / Sales Manager / Catering Sales Manager.

AV & event services

Ask for the Event Services Manager / Convention Services Manager / Director of Event Technology.

Shortlisting The Ranch Events Complex?

Tell us the headcount and the date. We'll sanity-check the room against your program — power, rigging, sightlines, and what the AV policy does to your budget — before you sign.