Mortenson Ranch · Events
Memorable events in an authentic old west setting.
The backdrop is unforgettable. Our dedicated team works with you to create and execute a one-of-a-kind event.
A storied ranch for an event that’ll generate talk for years.
Will the ranch fit your event?
Probably YES.
Most venues are spaces. The ranch is a place. Your event lands in a setting that does the work for you.
The Venue
The entire ranch — a canvas for your event.
At Mortenson Ranch you have the entire space to plan your perfect event. Host a formal seated dinner for 100 in the hotel, dance to live music on Main Street or in our saloon, set up a bourbon bar in our jail. Our ranch staff and preferred vendors are here to make it happen.
What’s Possible Here
Each space, its own moment.
The Movie Town
Up to 400 guests · Indoor outdoor
Host your event in an authentic Old West movie town. Step into real storefronts, saloons, and set pieces used in film, with space to gather, explore, and create something entirely your own.
The Ranch
Up to 100 guests · Indoor outdoor
Surround your guests with buffalo, horses, goats, and the life of the ranch. Host a cookout under the stars with a live fire, creating a setting that feels both authentic and unforgettable.
Both
Up to 400 guests · Indoor outdoor
Begin at the ranch, surrounded by buffalo, horses, and open land. From there, ride by carriage into the movie town, where your event unfolds across an authentic Old West set.
Recently on the property
Real events. Real specifics.
Trust through specifics. Here’s what the property has actually hosted in the last 12 months.
Divorce Parties at Mortenson Ranch
Trade the courtroom stress for a night at the ranch. Celebrate your fresh start with friends, music, drinks, Western sets, photos, and a one-of-a-kind Santa Fe backdrop built for unforgettable parties.
Hotel Group Private Event
This was a fun one. The group wanted a mix of everything — good food, cowboys, Clyde the buffalo, and an evening that built new team dynamics and strengthened relationships.
Ellie's 50th birthday dinner
Now that’s a birthday. Ellie brought together family and friends for an evening at the movie ranch, starting with dinner inside the hall and moving outside to a fire under the open New Mexico sky.
Private Equity Firm Private Event
This is a prime example of taking it to the next level. Buffalo, horses, cowboys, food, and live music came together to create an event everyone was talking about. They all left with 1 of 1 Mortenson Buckles to really remember the day.
Only at Mortenson Ranch
What you can’t find anywhere else.
The Prop Room.
One of the most authentic Western prop collections in the Southwest — from saddles and period wardrobe to vintage firearms, antique furniture, original signage, and film-used set pieces — all available to elevate your corporate event or brand activation, giving your team, partners, and guests a fully immersive experience that brings the ranch’s history and the spirit of the West directly into your event.
Custom Silver & Leather.
Clint Mortenson has spent decades creating custom silver, buckles, spurs, and leatherwork for film productions and high-profile clients, and now that same level of craftsmanship can define your corporate event or business activation through one-of-a-kind branded buckles, custom awards, executive gifts, or fully tailored silver and leather pieces made specifically for your team, partners, or guests, all built by hand with intention and designed to last, offering something truly original that no one else can replicate.
The Logistics
Before you ask, here are the answers.
Most planners ask the same questions in the first email. Here are the answers we send back — saves you a step.
Us and our trusted vendors work with you to curate an authentic Old West experience, from live cowboys for roping and photos to carriage rides, gunfighters, and a visit from Clyde the buffalo, the star of the ranch.
Catering ranges from a cowboy cookout to an elevated fine dining experience, with bar service from beer and wine to full bar and craft cocktails, all supported by trusted local partners and tailored to accommodate any dietary needs.
Multi-day events with full property buyout, we can recommend overnight accommodations and transportation just 20 minutes from Santa Fe.
We don’t do cookie-cutter packages. Every event is built specifically for you.
AV, lighting, and full production tech are workable. We coordinate with your production company or ours.
Brand activations involving media, content shoots, and product placement on the property.
Pricing depends entirely on size, scope, and dates. We’ll send specifics after the inquiry.
The Extras
Layer in the unforgettable.
Beyond the venue. These are the touches that turn an event into a story your guests will tell for years — each available a la carte.
Catered ranch food
Wood-fired meals served outdoors. Regional chefs. Custom menus from family-style to plated.
Custom branded buckles & silver
Hand-crafted by Clint himself — sterling silver buckles, conchos, or trophy gifts. Pieces with provenance.
Saloon cocktail hour
Real working Western saloon with original fixtures — atmosphere no other venue can offer.
Branded signage
Custom signs, welcome boards, and directional pieces — designed and installed across the property.
Clyde the Buffalo
Close the night with a Mortenson signature — a buffalo send-off
Live Western music.
Local artists who fit the vibe — from fireside acoustic guitar to full Western swing band.
Private ranch buyout
The entire property exclusively yours — no other guests, no distractions, no compromises.
Live Western music.
Local artists who fit the vibe — from fireside acoustic guitar to full Western swing band.
Vendor Network
Trusted vendors who know the ranch.
Use yours, or work with our preferred partners. These are the vendors we know, trust, and have hosted on the property dozens of times.
- Walter Burke Catering
- The Mine Shaft
- Box Car
- As Above, So Below
- Walter Burke Catering
- Chocolate Maven
- Cake Odyssey
- Walter Burke Catering
- Mine Shaft
- Box Car
- Andrea Soorikian
- Artichokes and Pomegranates
- Marissa’s Milefori
- Summit Party Rentals NM
- Santa Fe Party Rentals
- Syd Masters
- Betty Benedeadly
- Susan Holmes
- Absolute Entertainment
- Ben Wright
- Casey Addason Photography
- InsightFoto
- Daniel Quat Photography
- 505 Portables
- Summit Party Rentals NM
- Santa Fe Party Rentals
- Accent Chauffeured Transportation
- Michael’s Valet
For Vendors
Want to work with the Mortenson Ranch team?
We’re always open to meeting creative professionals who share our standards for quality, communication, and care. Reach out and let’s talk.
Join Our Vendor ListThe Lookbook
Events brought to life.
A visual record of recent gatherings on the property. Click any image to view full-size.
Talk to a real human
You’ll work directly with us.
No automated funnels. No bots. Tell us what you’re building, and one of us writes you back personally within 48 hours.
Clint Mortenson
Owner · Production & Estate Inquiries
Clint handles film productions, brand activations, large estate buyouts, and high-touch private events. Reach out for anything involving custom commissions, multi-day shoots, or full-property bookings.
Hello@mortensonranch.comMissy
Events Director · Weddings & Private Gatherings
Missy is your direct contact for weddings, private celebrations, corporate gatherings, and community events. She coordinates every detail — from vendor logistics to day-of execution — alongside our trusted partner network.
Hello@mortensonranch.comLet’s build your event.
Every event is custom. Tell us what you’re thinking and we’ll take it from there.