The longest, sunniest day of the year signifies the start of another epic Colorado summer. The summer season in the United States runs from Wednesday, June 21st to Friday, September 22nd, 2023.
It seems like every week has too many festivals to choose from. ‘Tis the season for many Colorado county fairs held throughout the summer months. The most notable is the Colorado State Fair held in Pueblo over Labor Day weekend.
If you’ve never been, be sure to check out the Colorado Renaissance Festival, which continues each weekend through early August. Leadville Boom Days brings Old West heritage to the highest incorporated city in America. Keystone Bluegrass & Beer Festival is an easy escape from Denver and features concerts and microbrews.
Festivals in June 2023
Telluride Wine Festival. Photo: Scott Ellis
Colorado Renaissance Festival
Date: Saturday & Sunday, June 17 – August 6, 2023
Address: 650 W Perry Park Ave, Larkspur (between Denver & CO Springs on I-25)
About: The Renaissance Festival is held over 8 weekends in June, July, and August with medieval events for all ages. It’s held from 10 am until 6:30 pm each day, rain or shine. Parking is free and no pets are allowed.
Website: coloradorenaissance.com
Country Jam
Date: Thur-Sat, June 22-24, 2023
Address: Grand Junction
About: Three-day country music party on the Western Slope, with camping available.
Website: countryjam.com
Telluride Yoga Festival
Date: Thur-Sun, June 22-25, 2023
Address: Telluride
About: The Telluride Yoga Festival is a four-day event where guests can learn from yoga masters, meditate, hike, raft, take aerial classes, climb, and participate in social events all with a beautiful alpine backdrop.
Website: tellurideyogafestival.com
Telluride Wine Festival
Date: Thur-Sun, June 22-25, 2023
Address: Telluride
About: This annual four-day festival with many wine tastings, lunches, lectures, and vineyard tours lives on in 2023! They’re coming back better than ever with a new culinary village.
Website: telluridewinefestival.com
Greeley Stampede
Date: Thur-Tues, June 22 – July 4, 2023
Address: Greeley
About: 102nd annual Stampede features a PRCA rodeo, live country music, monster trucks, a demolition derby, carnival, roller derby, fireworks, and one of the largest Independence Day parades in the nation.
Website: greeleystampede.org
Bravo! Vail Music Festival
Date: Thur-Thur, June 22 – August 3, 2023
Address: Vail
About: Orchestras from around the world perform in the vibrant Vail Valley during the peak of the summer season.
Website: bravovail.org
Scandinavian Midsummer Festival
Date: Fri-Sun, June 23-25, 2023
Address: Bond Park, Downtown Estes Park
About: Come celebrate the longest day of summer, the Summer Solstice, with Scandinavian song, dance, and music. There’ll be local food and crafts, a Viking encampment, a silent auction, and a raffle for a trip to Scandinavia.
Website: estesmidsummer.com
Denver Pride 5k
Date: Saturday, June 24, 2023
Address: Denver
About: Taking place during Denver Pride, the 5k race’s proceeds are donated to The Center on Colfax, the largest health and wellness center that offers services to LGBTQ people of all ages in the Rocky Mountains.
Website: denverpride.org…
Reds, Whites & Brews Festival in the Boat
Date: Saturday, June 24, 2023
Address: Steamboat Springs
About: Premier fine wine and craft beer event with live music, retail vendors, and local food.
Website: redswhitesandbrews.net
Keystone Bacon & Bourbon Festival
Date: Sat-Sun, June 24-25, 2023
Address: River Run Village, Keystone
About: Everything bacon at this annual festival, featuring bacon-infused cuisine from around twenty food vendors, a Bacon Bloody Mary Bar, and live music.
Website: keystonefestivals.com…
Colorado Tiny House Festival
Date: Sat-Sun, June 24-25, 2023
Address: Brighton
About: Annual festival showcasing smaller living spaces including skoolies, container homes, tiny homes on wheels, van conversions, teardrops, and yurts.
Website: coloradotinyhousefestival.com
Telluride Chamber Music Festival
Date: Sat-Sun, June 24 – July 2, 2023
Address: Telluride
About: Local music directors set out to curate an intriguing and cultural festival that promotes the joy of chamber music melodies and spontaneous connection between locals and tourists alike.
Website: telluridechambermusic.org
Vail Lacrosse Shootout
Date: Sat-Tues, June 24 – July 4, 2023
Address: Vail, Avon, Edwards
About: The Vail Lacrosse Shootout is an 11-day annual sports event for players ages 17 – 70. With nine divisions for players and teams, the shootout will take place at multiple fields in Avon, Edwards, and Vail.
Website: vaillacrosse.com
Pikes Peak International Hill Climb
Date: Sunday, June 25, 2023
Address: Pikes Peak Highway, Cascade
About: Founded in 1916 by Spencer Penrose, the Pikes Peak Hill Climb is the second oldest auto race in America. Now in its 101st year, cars and motorcycles race up Pike Peak Highway in what’s known as the “Race to the Clouds”.
Website: ppihc.org
Battlemoor
Date: Tues-Sun, June 27 – July 2, 2023
Address: Sporleder Centennial Ranch, Aguilar
About: Since 2009, Battlemoor has recreated historic battles and medieval times around Colorado during this week-long festival.
Website: battlemoor.org
Telluride Plein Air Festival
Date: Wed-Tues, June 28 – July 4, 2023
Address: Telluride
About: A week-long open-air art event in Telluride where artists paint outdoors and, once the week is over, sell their pieces.
Website: telluridepleinair.com
Colorado Music Festival
Date: Thur-Sun, June 29 – August 6, 2023
Address: Boulder
About: Six weeks of symphonies, orchestras, and other classical music. It’s held at the historic Chautauqua Auditorium, now in its 45th year.
Website: coloradomusicfestival.org
Aspen Music Festival
Date: Thur-Sun, June 29 – August 20, 2023
Address: Aspen
About: The Aspen Music Festival summer season is packed full of concerts, classes, performances, and a myriad of programs that attract over 100,000 music lovers annually.
Website: aspenmusicfestival.com
Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series
Date: Fri & Sat, June 23 – August 26, 2023
Address: Howelsen Hill Rodeo Grounds, Steamboat Springs
About: Every summer on Friday and Saturday evenings, PBR rodeo cowboys compete in the Yampa Valley.
Website: steamboatprorodeo.com
Hops Drops
Date: TBD 2023
Address: Evergreen
About: A family-friendly music and beer event with live performances, food vendors, kids’ activities, and plenty of craft beer from some of Colorado’s most-notable breweries.
Website: hopsdropsevergreen.com
Festivals in July 2023
Greeley Stampede Rodeo. Photo: Dave Morris
Mind Blown Telluride
Date: Fri-Sat, December – March & June – September 2023
Address: Telluride
About: Taking place at The Peaks Resort & Spa, Ty Gallenbeck puts on a 75-minute magic performance that makes guests question the known.
Website: mindblowntelluride.com
Mile High International Pastel Exhibition
Date: Fri-Sat, May 12 – July 1, 2023
Address: Curtis Center for the Arts, Greenwood Village
About: Taking place at Greenwood Village’s Curtis Center for the Arts and showcasing nearly 100 pastel paintings, the Mile High International Pastel Exhibition is for those who love art.
Website: pscshows.com…
Civic Center EATS
Date: Wed & Thurs, May 17 – September 2023
Address: Denver
About: Civic Center EATS is a one-stop shop for some of the best food on wheels you can find in the Mile High City. Located in Denver’s Civic Center Park, there will be about 10 to 15 food trucks selling a myriad of delicious meals.
Website: civiccentereats.com
Monte Vista 3rd Friday Art Walk
Date: Friday, May 19, June 16, July 21, and August 18, 2023
Address: Monte Vista
About: Those who love art and music should head to downtown Monte Vista this summer for the 3rd Friday Art Walk. Taking place in different forms year-round, during the warmer months a portion of Adams St. will be blocked off for artists, musicians, and vendors.
Website: faemoonwolfdesigns.com/artwalk
Highlands Farmers Market
Date: Sundays, May 21 – October 15, 2023
Address: Highland Square, 32nd Avenue, Denver
About: Great farmer’s market with handcrafted goods and locally grown produce. Go hungry because there is plenty of homemade food for sale, fresh and ready to eat.
Website: visitdenverhighlands.com/…
Yoga on the Rocks
Date: Saturdays, June 3 – August 12, 2023
Where: Morrison
About: Every Saturday morning, yogis of all levels can begin their day by flowing in the serene and beautiful outdoor setting of the iconic Red Rock Amphitheatre.
Website: redrocksonline.com…
Meekerpalooza
Date: Fridays, June 9 & 23 and July 14 & 21, 2023
Address: Meeker
About: Held in June and July, the annual Meekerpalooza celebrates art, music, and culture while hosting a large farmer’s market downtown.
Website: visitmeekercolorado.com…
Colorado Shakespeare Festival
Date: Mixed days, June 11 – August 13, 2023
Where: Boulder
About: With over 60 successful seasons under its belt, the Colorado Shakespeare Festival showcases multiple performances of some of Shakespeare’s best plays. It’s held on varying days on the CU campus.
Website: cupresents.org…
Film on the Rocks
Date: Mondays, June 12 – August 21, 2023
Address: Red Rocks Amphitheater, Morrison
About: Annual summer movie series held at Red Rocks Amphitheater showcasing a range of films on Monday nights. A great event for families, these showings are a great way to get out and enjoy the warm weather.
Website: denverfilm.org…
Colorado Renaissance Festival
Date: Saturday & Sunday, June 17 – August 6, 2023
Address: 650 W Perry Park Ave, Larkspur (between Denver & CO Springs on I-25)
About: The Renaissance Festival is held over 8 weekends in June, July, and August with medieval events for all ages. It’s held from 10 am until 6:30 pm each day, rain or shine. Parking is free and no pets are allowed.
Website: coloradorenaissance.com
Greeley Stampede
Date: Thur-Tues, June 22 – July 4, 2023
Address: Greeley
About: 102nd annual Stampede features a PRCA rodeo, live country music, monster trucks, a demolition derby, carnival, roller derby, fireworks, and one of the largest Independence Day parades in the nation.
Website: greeleystampede.org
Bravo! Vail Music Festival
Date: Thur-Thur, June 22 – August 3, 2023
Address: Vail
About: Orchestras from around the world perform in the vibrant Vail Valley during the peak of the summer season.
Website: bravovail.org
Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series
Date: Fri & Sat, June 23 – August 26, 2023
Address: Howelsen Hill Rodeo Grounds, Steamboat Springs
About: Every summer on Friday and Saturday evenings, PBR rodeo cowboys compete in the Yampa Valley.
Website: steamboatprorodeo.com
Telluride Chamber Music Festival
Date: Sat-Sun, June 24 – July 2, 2023
Address: Telluride
About: Local music directors set out to curate an intriguing and cultural festival that promotes the joy of chamber music melodies and spontaneous connection between locals and tourists alike.
Website: telluridechambermusic.org
Vail Lacrosse Shootout
Date: Sat-Tues, June 24 – July 4, 2023
Address: Vail, Avon, Edwards
About: The Vail Lacrosse Shootout is an 11-day annual sports event for players ages 17 – 70. With nine divisions for players and teams, the shootout will take place at multiple fields in Avon, Edwards, and Vail.
Website: vaillacrosse.com
Central City Opera Festival
Date: Sat-Sun, June 24 – August 6, 2023
Address: 124 Eureka St, Central City
About: Annual summer series featuring numerous stage productions of famous operas, held at the Central City Opera House.
Website: centralcityopera.org…
Battlemoor
Date: Tues-Sun, June 27 – July 2, 2023
Address: Sporleder Centennial Ranch, Aguilar
About: Since 2009, Battlemoor has recreated historic battles and medieval times around Colorado.
Website: battlemoor.org
Telluride Plein Air Festival
Date: Wed-Tues, June 28 – July 4, 2023
Address: Telluride
About: A week-long open-air art event in Telluride where artists paint outdoors and, once the week is over, sell their pieces.
Website: telluridepleinair.com
Colorado Music Festival
Date: Thur-Sun, June 29 – August 6, 2023
Address: Boulder
About: Six weeks of symphonies, orchestras, and other classical music. It’s held at the historic Chautauqua Auditorium, now in its 45th year.
Website: coloradomusicfestival.org
Aspen Music Festival
Date: Thur-Sun, June 29 – August 20, 2023
Address: Aspen
About: The Aspen Music Festival summer season is packed full of concerts, classes, performances, and a myriad of programs that attract over 100,000 music lovers annually.
Website: aspenmusicfestival.com
FAN EXPO Denver
Date: Fri-Sun, June 30 – July 2, 2023
Address: Colorado Convention Center, Denver
About: Each summer, FAN EXPO Denver draws fans of comic books, sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming to the Colorado Convention Center.
Website: fanexpohq.com/fanexpodenver
Range Call
Date: Fri-Tues, June 30 – July 4, 2023
Address: Meeker
About: The oldest annual rodeo in Colorado is back for the 138th year. Celebrate Meeker’s western heritage during the family fun Range Call.
Website: meekerrangecall.com
Stills In The Hills
Date: Saturday, July 1, 2023
Address: Central City
About: Main Street in historic Central City hosts the 9th Stills In The Hills. It’s free to attend with live music and local food, but unlimited tastings come with a fee. Pets are not welcome.
Website: stillsinthehills.com
Cherry Creek Arts Festival
Date: Sat-Mon, July 1-3, 2023
Address: Denver
About: 32nd cultural celebration of visual, culinary, and performing arts since 1991.
Website: cherryarts.org
Cowboys’ Roundup Days
Date: Fourth of July Weekend 2023
Where: Downtown Steamboat Springs
About: 120th Annual Cowboys’ Roundup Days is a truly western celebration of Independence Day. Concerts, a parade, a rodeo, fireworks, a pancake breakfast, and other activities highlight this multi-day extravaganza.
Website: steamboatchamber.com/…
Art in the Park
Date: Sat-Sun, July 1-2, 2023
Address: La Veta
About: A 2-day event showcasing local handmade goods from a variety of artisans hosted by the Spanish Peaks Art Council.
Website: spanishpeaksarts.org/art-in-the-park
Paonia Cherry Days
Date: Mon-Tues, July 3-4, 2023
Where: Paonia
About: 77th annual Paonia Cherry Days Festival showcases Paonia’s delicious cherries. This two-day fest includes local business booths, music concerts, a 5K run, a talent show, skill contests, a pancake breakfast, a downtown parade, and live performances.
Website: paoniacherrydays.com
Plateau Valley Heritage Days
Date: Fourth of July Weekend 2023
Address: Collbran
About: Centered around a CPRA Rodeo, events include a parade down Main Street, a horseshoe tournament, and various games, merchants, and food vendors.
Website: pvheritagedays.com
Breckenridge July Art Festival
Date: Thur-Sat, July 6-8, 2023
Address: Downtown Breckenridge
About: One of Colorado’s top free art festivals held around the Fourth of July, now in its 40th year.
Website: mountainartfestivals.com…
High Mountain Hay Fever Bluegrass Festival
Date: Thur-Sun, July 6-9, 2023
Address: Westcliffe
About: Four-day bluegrass festival featuring over fifteen bands that generated $53,090 for area charities in 2016. Pet-friendly camping sites are available next to the fairgrounds.
Website: highmountainhayfever.org
Colorado Brewers Rendezvous
Date: Fri-Sat, July 7-8, 2023
Address: Riverside Park, Salida
About: 27th annual beer festival held on the banks of the Arkansas River, featuring more than 70 breweries, 200 beers, and live music.
Website: coloradobeer.org/…
Crested Butte Wildflower Festival
Date: Fri-Sun, July 7-16, 2023
Address: Crested Butte
About: Week of wildflower festivities including over 80 hikes, alpine yoga classes, 4×4 tours, garden tours, photography, art & cooking classes, medicinal classes using botanical ingredients, seminars on planting wildflowers at home, birding, and butterflies.
Website: crestedbuttewildflowerfestival.com
A Taste of Colorado
Date: Sundays, May 14, June 4, July 9, & August 6, 2023
Address: Civic Center Park, Denver
About: Four free Sunday festivals held throughout the summer in collaboration with Viva Streets Denver featuring lots of great local food, arts & crafts booths, and live music, now in its 40th year.
Website: atasteofcolorado.com
Pikes Peak Or Bust Rodeo
Date: Tues-Sat, July 11-15, 2023
Address: Colorado Springs
About: A five-day summer rodeo festival that’s now in its 82nd year! Come witness a range of championship rodeo events and western festivities at the base of Pikes Peak.
Website: pikespeakorbust.org
Cattlemen’s Days
Date: Thur-Sat, July 13-15, 2023
Address: Gunnison
About: Weeklong festival showcasing three days of western rodeo competitions, live music, and vendors. The event claims to be the “Granddaddy of Colorado Rodeos” since 1900.
Website: cattlemensdays.com
Telluride Americana Music Festival
Date: Thur-Sun, July 13-16, 2023
Address: Telluride
About: The Telluride Americana Music Festival is an annual event boasting four unforgettable days of celebrating the best of grassroots Americana music and fanfare.
Website: tellurideamericana.com
Gold Rush Days
Date: Fri-Sun, July 14-16, 2023
Address: Victor
About: Fun weekend of events centered around Victor’s rich mining heritage. Go deep inside real mines on guided tours, play mining games, gold panning, live music, and there’s even a vintage baseball tournament.
Website: victorcolorado.com/victor-gold-rush-days
Silverthorne Fine Art Festival
Date: Fri-Sun, July 14-16, 2023
Address: Silverthorne
About: Free weekend of art showcasing the works of more than 80 of America’s top artists in 13 distinct categories, in its 5th year.
Website: mountainartfestivals.com…
Breckenridge Summer Beer Festival
Date: Saturday, July 15, 2023
Address: Breckenridge
About: Annual summer beer festival with over thirty breweries, live music, and local vendors with options for unlimited tastings.
Website: summer.breckenridgebeerfestival.com
Castle Rock WineFest
Date: Saturday, July 15, 2023
Address: Bison Park, Castle Rock
About: 19th annual single-day event showcasing more than two dozen wineries and over 180 choices of Colorado wine.
Website: castlerock.org/…
Tour de Steamboat
Date: Saturday, July 15, 2023
Address: Steamboat Springs
About: A non-competitive bike race open to riders of all ages and skill levels that benefit multiple non-profit organizations in the Yampa Valley.
Website: tourdesteamboat.com
Keystone Wine & Jazz Festival
Date: Sat-Sun, July 15-16, 2023
Address: River Run Village, Keystone
About: Tastings of over 300 international wines available. Special events include wine seminars and jazz concerts.
Website: keystonefestivals.com…
Manassa Pioneer Days
Date: Thur-Sat, July 20-22, 2023
Address: Manassa
About: Old-time festival celebrating the San Luis Valley’s rich heritage, with carnival rides, parade, rodeo, and demolition derby.
Website: manassapioneerdays.com
Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival
Date: Fri-Sat, July 21-22, 2023
Address: Centennial Park, Cañon City
About: A two-day festival filled with whitewater competitions, family enjoyment, and live music.
Website: royalgorgewhitewaterfestival.com
Rocky Mountain State Games
Date: Fri-Sun, July 21-23, 2023
Address: Colorado Springs
About: A high-intensity, extremely fun, and competitive weekend of Olympic-style sporting events for athletes of all ages and abilities.
Website: coloradospringssports.org…
Denver Summer Brew Fest
Date: Saturday, July 22, 2023
Address: Denver
About: Sample from over one hundred craft beers and forty-five breweries, with 3 event sessions in 1 day to choose from.
Website: brewfestevents.com…
Cheesman Park Art Fest
Date: Sat-Sun, July 22-23, 2023
Address: Cheesman Park, Denver
About: 10th annual art fest invites more than one hundred national, juried artists and craftsmen to showcase their work around Cheesman Park.
Website: dashevents.com…
Colorado Dragon Boat Festival
Date: Sat-Sun, July 22-23, 2023
Address: Sloan’s Lake Park, Denver
About: A premier event celebrating the accomplishments and culture of the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities within the state.
Website: cdbf.org
Tough Mudder
Date: Sat-Sun, July 22-23, 2023
Address: Byers
About: 5k, 10k, 15k, and Infinity 8-hour course options of endurance and obstacle challenges around the hills of May Farms. It’s designed with 30 obstacles by British Special Forces. Prices increase the later you sign up.
Website: toughmudder.com…
Kit Carson County Fair and Pro Rodeo
Date: Mon-Sat, July 24-29, 2023
Address: Burlington
About: A western festival featuring livestock shows, rodeos, carnival rides, food vendors, arts, crafts, and plenty of live music.
Website: kitcarsoncounty.colorado.gov…
Durango Fiesta Days
Date: Wed-Sun, July 26-30, 2023
Address: Durango
About: The annual Fiesta Days, established in 1935, is an important festival in Durango that celebrates local flavors and the southwestern town’s colorful heritage with a rodeo, petting zoo, parade, and plenty of delicious food vendors.
Website: durango.org/events/…
High Peaks Art Festival
Date: Saturday, July 27, 2024
Address: Nederland
About: The much-loved festival is expected to make a comeback in 2024 for its 20th annual juried art fest featuring fine arts, contemporary crafts, music, local food, and free admission.
Website: highpeaksartfestival.com
Evergreen Jazz Festival
Date: Fri-Sun, July 28-30, 2023
Address: Evergreen
About: A three-day musical event held across Evergreen, Colorado that aims to create awareness and heighten the appreciation for traditional jazz music.
Website: evergreenjazz.org
RockyGrass
Date: Fri-Sun, July 28-30, 2023
Address: Planet Bluegrass Ranch, Lyons
About: 51st annual RockyGrass music festival featuring three days of bluegrass concerts along the banks of the St. Vrain River. Camping is available, either at the festival, at Meadow Park, or at Olson Campground. Fishing and tubing are fun nearby river activities.
Website: bluegrass.com…
Underground Music Showcase
Date: Fri-Sun, July 28-30, 2023
Address: Denver
About: 3-day outdoor music festival in Denver that features global bands performing throughout the Baker neighborhood.
Website: undergroundmusicshowcase.com
Vail Dance Festival
Date: Fri-Mon, July 28 – August 7, 2023
Address: Vail
About: A premiere experience featuring artist-in-residence, Adji Cissoko, BalletX, DanceAspen, and The Royal Danish Ballet among many others where many extraordinary dancers, artists, and musicians come out to perform each summer.
Website: vaildance.org
Opera in the Park
Date: Saturday, July 29, 2023
Address: Boulder Bandshell
About: Boulder Opera showcases an evening performance at Boulder Bandshell in Central Park. This year’s show features a condensed version of Der Ring des Nibelungen by Wagner.
Website: boulderoperacompany.com
Evergreen Summerfest
Date: Sat-Sun, July 29-30, 2023
Address: Evergreen
About: More than 100 artists gather for this community fine arts and crafts festival, now in its 43rd year. Summerfest kicks off Arts Alive Evergreen, a ten-day showcase on visual and performing arts.
Website: evergreenarts.org…
Delta County Fair & Rodeo
Date: Sat-Sun, July 29 – August 6, 2023
Address: Hotchkiss
About: 118th annual western extravaganza with a slew of activities including rodeo events.
Website: deltacountyfair.com
Bronc Day
Date: Saturday, July 29, 2023
Address: Green Mountain Falls
About: 85th year of family fun in Southern Colorado featuring games, food, vendors, a stick pony rodeo, and a parade.
Website: discoverutepass.com…
Hot Air Balloon Rodeo
Date: Sat-Sun, July 29-30, 2023
Address: Steamboat Springs
About: Gathering of hot air balloons for a spectacular two-day event featuring mass ascensions and a “rodeo” event.
Website: hotairbaloonrodeo.com
RIDE Festival
Date: TBD 2023
Address: Telluride
About: 11th annual rock and roll fest featuring killer musical acts in Town Park and around Telluride.
Website: ridefestival.com
JUL-IPA Festival
Date: TBD 2023
Address: Boulder
About: 15th annual beer fest and rooftop party, with 100% of proceeds benefiting 100% Safehouse Progressive Alliance for Nonviolence.
Website: thewestendtavern.com…
Festivals in August 2023
Keystone Bluegrass & Beer Festival. Photo: Paul Swansen
Mind Blown Telluride
Date: Fri-Sat, December – March & June – September 2023
Address: Telluride
About: Taking place at The Peaks Resort & Spa, Ty Gallenbeck puts on a 75-minute magic performance that makes guests question the known.
Website: mindblowntelluride.com
Civic Center EATS
Date: Wed & Thurs, May 17 – September 2023
Address: Denver
About: Civic Center EATS is a one-stop shop for some of the best food on wheels you can find in the Mile High City. Located in Denver’s Civic Center Park, there will be about 10 to 15 food trucks selling a myriad of delicious meals.
Website: civiccentereats.com
Monte Vista 3rd Friday Art Walk
Date: Friday, May 19, June 16, July 21, and August 18, 2023
Address: Monte Vista
About: Those who love art and music should head to downtown Monte Vista this summer for the 3rd Friday Art Walk. Taking place in different forms year-round, during the warmer months a portion of Adams St. will be blocked off for artists, musicians, and vendors.
Website: faemoonwolfdesigns.com/artwalk
Highlands Farmers Market
Date: Sundays, May 21 – October 15, 2023
Address: Highland Square, 32nd Avenue, Denver
About: Great farmer’s market with handcrafted goods and locally grown produce. Go hungry because there is plenty of homemade food for sale, fresh and ready to eat.
Website: visitdenverhighlands.com/…
Film on the Rocks
Date: Mondays, June 12 – August 21, 2023
Address: Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Morrison
About: Annual summer movie series held at Red Rocks Amphitheatre showcasing a range of films. A great event for families, these showings take place on multiple days throughout the summer.
Website: denverfilm.org…
Yoga on the Rocks
Date: Saturdays, June 3 – August 12, 2023
Where: Morrison
About: Every Saturday morning, yogis of all levels can begin their day by flowing in the serene and beautiful outdoor setting of the iconic Red Rock Amphitheatre.
Website: redrocksonline.com…
Colorado Shakespeare Festival
Date: Mixed days, June 11 – August 13, 2023
Where: Boulder
About: With over 60 successful seasons under its belt, the Colorado Shakespeare Festival showcases multiple performances of some of Shakespeare’s best plays. It’s held on varying days on the CU campus.
Website: cupresents.org…
Colorado Renaissance Festival
Date: Sat & Sun, June 17 – August 6, 2023
Address: 650 W Perry Park Ave, Larkspur (between Denver & CO Springs on I-25)
About: The Renaissance Festival is held over 8 weekends in June, July, and August with medieval events for all ages. It’s held from 10 am until 6:30 pm each day, rain or shine. Parking is free and no pets are allowed.
Website: coloradorenaissance.com
Bravo! Vail Music Festival
Date: Thur-Thur, June 22 – August 3, 2023
Address: Vail
About: Orchestras from around the world perform in the vibrant Vail Valley during the peak of the summer season.
Website: bravovail.org
Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series
Date: Fri & Sat, June 23 – August 26, 2023
Address: Howelsen Hill Rodeo Grounds, Steamboat Springs
About: Every summer on Friday and Saturday evenings, PBR rodeo cowboys compete in the Yampa Valley.
Website: steamboatprorodeo.com
Colorado Music Festival
Date: Thur-Sun, June 29 – August 6, 2023
Address: Boulder
About: Six weeks of symphonies, orchestras, and other classical music. It’s held at the historic Chautauqua Auditorium, now in its 45th year.
Website: coloradomusicfestival.org
Aspen Music Festival
Date: Thur-Sun, June 29 – August 20, 2023
Address: Aspen
About: The Aspen Music Festival summer season is packed full of concerts, classes, performances, and a myriad of programs that attract over 100,000 music lovers annually.
Website: aspenmusicfestival.com
Delta County Fair & Rodeo
Date: Sat-Sun, July 29 – August 6, 2023
Address: Hotchkiss
About: 118th annual western extravaganza with a slew of activities including rodeo events.
Website: deltacountyfair.com
Vail Dance Festival
Date: Fri-Mon, July 28 – August 7, 2023
Address: Vail
About: A premiere experience featuring artist-in-residence, Adji Cissoko, BalletX, DanceAspen, and The Royal Danish Ballet among many others where many extraordinary dancers, artists, and musicians come out to perform each summer.
Website: vaildance.org
Breckenridge August Art Festival
Date: Thur-Sat, August 3-5, 2023
Address: Downtown Breckenridge
About: Over 100 of the country’s top artists descend on Main Street in Breck for one of America’s most celebrated art events, now in its 22nd year.
Website: mountainartfestivals.com/…
Archuleta County Fair
Date: Thur-Sun, August 3-6, 2023
Address: Pagosa Springs
About: Hosting its 72nd season, the Archuleta County Fair has been around since 1951. Events at the fair include archery, BBQ competition, boxing, Colorado State Fast Draw Championships, live music, livestock auction, Junkyard Jamboree Car Show, Salida circus, and skateboarding.
Website: archuletacountyfair.com
Crested Butte Arts Festival
Date: Fri-Sun, August 4-6, 2023
Address: Crested Butte Community School
About: In its 51st season, this festival attracts artists from all over the globe. Expect spectacular art, lively entertainment, and delicious cuisine. There are demonstrations from artists and chefs, plenty of activities for the kids, and an art auction.
Website: crestedbutteartsfestival.com
Leadville Boom Days
Date: Fri-Sun, August 4-6, 2023
Address: Leadville
About: Featuring three days of activities, food, and recreation held on the first full weekend in August. Events include burro races, a motorcycle rodeo, historic contests of individual mining skills, a gun show, a softball tournament, a street fair, and live entertainment.
Website: leadvilleboomdays.org
Olathe Sweet Corn Festival
Date: Saturday, August 5, 2023
Address: Town Park, Olathe
About: Spend a fun summer Saturday devouring the town’s famous sweet corn and listing to groovy live music.
Website: olathesweetcornfest.com
Colorado Scottish Festival
Date: Sat-Sun, August 5-6, 2023
Address: Denver Polo Club, Sedalia
About: An annual two-day family-friendly event that showcases Scottish traditions, culture, and history through athletic competitions, re-enactments, blacksmithing, folk music, dancing, and traditional food.
Website: scottishgames.org
Keystone Bluegrass & Beer Festival
Date: Sat-Sun, August 5-6, 2023
Address: Keystone
About: Over 30 microbreweries, mountain music, and home cooking come together in River Run Village for the 26th straight year.
Website: keystonefestivals.com…
A Taste of Colorado
Date: Sundays, May 14, June 4, July 9, & August 6, 2023
Address: Civic Center Park, Denver
About: Four free Sunday festivals held throughout the summer in collaboration with Viva Streets Denver featuring lots of great local food, arts & crafts booths, and live music, now in its 40th year.
Website: atasteofcolorado.com
Middle Park Fair & Rodeo
Date: Sun-Sun, August 6-13, 2023
Address: Kremmling
About: 107th annual weeklong western rodeo and livestock show.
Website: middleparkfairandrodeo.com
La Plata County Fair
Date: Wed-Sun, August 9-13, 2023
Address: Durango
About: Like other state and county fairs, visitors will experience livestock competitions, homemade food competitions, 4-H project displays, and garden variety events.
Website: co.laplata.co.us…
Kids Adventure Games
Date: Thur-Sun, August 10-13, 2023
Address: Maloit Park, Vail
About: The only multi-city adventure race for children ages 6-14 that is tailored to the natural landscape of the host city.
Website: kidsadventuregames.com
Ouray County Fair & Rodeo
Date: Thur-Sun, August 10-13 & Monday, September 4, 2023
Address: Ridgway
About: Two days of western heritage with a parade, fair, and BBQ, held at the Ouray County 4H Events Center & Fairgrounds. The rodeo is held a month later over Labor Day weekend.
Website: ouraycountyrodeo.com…
Rocky Mountain Folks Festival
Date: Fri-Sun, August 11-13, 2023
Address: Planet Bluegrass Ranch, Lyons
About: A three-day music and camping festival that showcases a range of artists and genres. Food and alcohol are sold on-site and outside food and drinks are permitted, excluding alcohol.
Website: bluegrass.com/folks
Sculpture In The Park
Date: Fri-Sun, August 11-13, 2023
Address: Benson Park, Loveland
About: Invited artists present over three days their sculptures in Benson Park, including a silent auction and a chance to take home other souvenirs, now in its 39th year.
Website: sculptureinthepark.org
Telluride Jazz Festival
Date: Fri-Sun, August 11-13, 2023
Address: Telluride
About: 46th year celebrating America’s destination jazz event, snuggled in the San Juan Mountains.
Website: telluridejazz.org
Rocky Mountain Irish Gathering
Date: Fri-Sun, August 11-13, 2023
Address: Downtown Fort Collins
About: Three-day festival celebrating the story of Ireland. Soak in the Irish ambiance with food, music, and drinks.
Website: rockymountainirishgathering.com
Western Welcome Week
Date: Fri-Sun, August 11-20, 2023
Address: Littleton
About: Ten-day “homecoming” celebration inviting anyone who was born or has ever lived in Littleton to return home for a big party. Even those who’ve only visited Littleton are welcomed with open arms.
Website: westernwelcomeweek.org
Leadville Trail 100 Mountain Bike Race
Date: Saturday, August 12, 2023
Address: Leadville
About: Colorado’s Leadville Trail 100 Mountain Bike Race is the second oldest of the major 100-mile bike races in North America. Well-known on an international level, bikers must qualify or win a lottery slot to enter this race.
Website: leadvilleraceseries.com…
The Broadmoor Cycle to the Summit
Date: Saturday, August 12, 2023
Address: Cascade
About: Back for its 14th year, The Broadmoor Cycle to the Summit is a competitive race situated 14,115 feet above sea level. Offering multiple categories for competitors, racers will climb over 1,400 feet across the 12.5-mile Pikes Peak Highway course.
Website: coloradospringssports.org…
Mountain Arts Festival
Date: Sat-Sun, August 12-13, 2023
Address: Woodland Park
About: Over 70 artists ranging from painters to woodworkers, metalworkers, jewelry artists, and pottery enthusiasts show up to present their crafts to the public to enjoy and purchase.
Website: themountainartists.org
Telluride Mushroom Festival
Date: Wed-Sun, August 16-20, 2023
Address: Telluride
About: Rejoice in all aspects of this fungus for the 42nd year. Events include lectures, forays, performances, workshops, parades, movies, cooking, and food.
Website: tellurideinstitute.org…
Phamaly Theatre Company: A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Date: Thur-Sat, August 17 – September 2, 2023
Address: Denver
About: Now in its 34th season, the Phamaly Theatre Company presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream with its disability-affirmative performance ensemble in Denver.
Website: phamaly.org
Palisade Peach Festival
Date: Fri-Sat, August 18-19, 2023
Address: Palisade
About: 55th year, enjoy two days of enjoying Palisade peaches. Last year’s festival topped more than 15,000 people from around the world.
Website: palisadecoc.com/…
Antiques at the Spanish Peaks Vintage Trailer Rally
Date: Fri-Sun, August 18-20, 2023
Address: La Veta Pines RV Park
About: A three-day event showcasing refurbished vintage trailers and RVs.
Website: facebook.com…
Mushroom & Wine Festival
Date: Fri-Mon, August 18-21, 2023
Address: Purgatory Resort, Durango
About: Celebrate a bounty of wild mushrooms with a mushroom dinner, guided hunt, and culinary showcase, all paired with wine.
Website: durango.com/…
Vail Valley Brew’Au
Date: Saturday, August 19, 2023
Address: Nottingham Park, Avon
About: Come out for live music, fresh craft beer, food trucks, Colorado sun, and fun activities in the Vail Valley at this family-friendly event.
Website: avon.org…
Mountain Town Music Fest
Date: Saturday, August 19, 2023
Address: River Run Village, Keystone
About: Concert festival with local food, craft vendors, and a bazaar.
Website: keystonefestivals.com…
Lafayette Peach Festival
Date: Saturday, August 19, 2023
Address: Lafayette
About: 24th annual peach fest showcases world-famous Palisade peaches. Taste peach pies, cobbler, and smoothies. Arts and crafts, antique dealers, artists, along with food and drink vendors. Live music, child activities, and live entertainment throughout the day.
Website: lafayettecolorado.com/…
Arapahoe County 5k Trail Run
Date: Thursday, August 24, 2023
Address: Centennial
About: An all-age event with proceeds benefiting the Arapahoe County Open Spaces, participants will follow the Cherry Creek Regional Trail before enjoying food from Famous Dave’s and drinks from Launchpad Brewery.
Website: arapahoecountyeventcenter.com…
Durango Blues Train
Date: Thur-Sat, August 24-26, 2023
Address: Durango
About: Attend one of two weekends on an epic, one-of-a-kind blues train, roundtrip from Durango to Silverton.
Website: durangobluestrain.com
San Juan BrewFest
Date: Fri-Sat, August 25-26, 2023
Address: Durango
About: Annual beer tasting festival featuring live music and dozens of breweries at Buckley Park, in downtown Durango.
Website: sanjuanbrewfest.com
Colorado Springs Comic Con
Date: Fri-Sun, August 25-27, 2023
Address: Colorado Springs
About: An annual three-day event for those who love comic books, sci-fi, cosplay, anime, gaming, and pop culture.
Website: cscomiccon.com
No Barriers Summit
Date: Fri-Sun, August 25-27, 2023
Address: Copper Mountain
About: A multi-day event with inspirational speakers, adaptive activities, and entertainment that has the aim of bringing people of all abilities together.
Website: nobarriersusa.org
Handmade In Colorado Expo: Estes Park
Date: Fri-Sun, August 25-27, 2023
Address: Bond Park, Estes Park
About: 16th annual art event held over three weekends at three different venues, showcasing various creations from Colorado artists.
Website: coloradoevents.org…
Colorado State Fair & Rodeo
Date: Fri-Mon, August 25 – September 4, 2023
Address: Pueblo
About: Widely popular eleven-day event with parades, live music, rodeos, carnival, livestock, horse show, and hundreds of vendors selling everything from Indian Tacos to handcrafted jewelry.
Website: coloradostatefair.com
Affordable Arts Fest
Date: Sunday, August 27, 2023
Address: Littleton
About: A one-day art event in which visitors can purchase high-quality pieces, often originally priced much higher, for $150 or less.
Website: affordableartsfestival.com
Saguache Community Pow Wow
Date: TBD 2023
Address: Saguache
About: Come by this free festival honoring Native American songs, dances, and cultures. A myriad of indigenous tribes come together for this annual summer pow-wow.
Website: facebook.com/SaguachePowwow
Pickin’ On The Divide Bluegrass Festival
Date: TBD 2023
Address: Limbach Park, Monument
About: Full day of bluegrass jamming, food trucks, and craft vendors in downtown Monument.
Website: pickinonthedivide.com
Colorado Classic
Date: Looking for new sponsors for 2023
Address: Steamboat Springs, Avon, Golden, Denver
About: This is a unique women’s professional bike race that occurs in four Colorado cities. Watch the live-action and then enjoy the Colorado lifestyle.
Website: coloradoclassic.com
Festivals in September 2023
Telluride Blues & Brews Festival. Photo: Donna Boley
Mind Blown Telluride
Date: Fri-Sat, December – March & June – September 2023
Address: Telluride
About: Taking place at The Peaks Resort & Spa, Ty Gallenbeck puts on a 75-minute magic performance that makes guests question the known.
Website: mindblowntelluride.com
Civic Center EATS
Date: Wed & Thurs, May 17 – September 2023
Address: Denver
About: Civic Center EATS is a one-stop shop for some of the best food on wheels you can find in the Mile High City. Located in Denver’s Civic Center Park, there will be about 10 to 15 food trucks selling a myriad of delicious meals.
Website: civiccentereats.com
Highlands Farmers Market
Date: Sundays, May 21 – October 15, 2023
Address: Highland Square, 32nd Avenue, Denver
About: Great farmer’s market with handcrafted goods and locally grown produce. Go hungry because there is plenty of homemade food for sale, fresh and ready to eat.
Website: visitdenverhighlands.com/…
Phamaly Theatre Company: A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Date: Thur-Sat, August 17 – September 2, 2023
Address: Kilstrom Theatre, Denver
About: Now in its 34th season, the Phamaly Theatre Company presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream with its disability-affirmative performance ensemble in Northglenn.
Website: phamaly.org
Colorado State Fair & Rodeo
Date: Fri-Mon, August 25 – September 4, 2023
Address: Pueblo
About: Widely popular eleven-day event with parades, live music, rodeos, carnival, livestock, horse show, and hundreds of vendors selling everything from Indian Tacos to handcrafted jewelry.
Website: coloradostatefair.com
Four Corners Folk Festival
Date: Fri-Sun, September 2-4, 2022
Address: Pagosa Springs
About: Highlights for the 25th annual Folk Fest include food vendors, a beer garden, live folk music, and kids’ entertainment. Many people camp at the event on Reservoir Hill or at a satellite spot, with campsites available for tents and RVs for a fee.
Website: ksutpresents.org…
Gourmet on Gore
Date: Fri-Sun, September 2-4, 2022
Address: Vail
About: A 3-day open-air festival in Vail Village centered around good food, wine, beer, and music. Guests will not only be able to enjoy a range of curated meals and beverages but also participate in activities like yoga or the Trail to Table Hike.
Website: gourmetongore.com
Four Corners Motorcycle Rally
Date: Thur-Mon, August 31 – September 4, 2023
Address: Durango
About: The annual Four Corners Motorcycle Rally features live bands, poker runs, a Harley Davidson Giveaway, an Indian Scout Giveaway, and other festivities.
Website: fourcornersmotorcyclerally.com
Telluride Film Festival
Date: Fri-Mon, September 1-4, 2023
Address: Telluride
About: One of the top film festivals in the U.S., now in its 50th year.
Website: telluridefilmfestival.org
Keystone Oktoberfest
Date: Saturday, September 2, 2023
Address: River Run Village, Keystone
About: Keystone’s annual Oktoberfest with beer and brats. Activities include free face painting, a bounce house, and the Edelweiss Polka Dancers.
Website: keystonefestivals.com…
Breckenridge Gathering at the Great Divide Art Festival
Date: Sat-Mon, September 2-4, 2023
Address: Downtown Breckenridge
About: Ranked as one of the top 200 festivals in the U.S. by Sunshine Artists, this fine arts fest offers free admission over Labor Day weekend.
Website: mountainartfestivals.com…
Labor Day Lift Off
Date: Sat-Mon, September 2-4, 2023
Address: Colorado Springs
About: A colorful event that will have you looking toward the sky, Colorado Spring’s Labor Day Lift Off is great for the entire family. Taking place over 3 days, guests can watch as approximately 60 hot air balloons float around the city.
Website: coloradospringslabordayliftoff.com
Ouray County Fair & Rodeo
Date: Thur-Sun, August 10-13 & Monday, September 4, 2023
Address: Ridgway
About: Two days of western heritage with a parade, fair, and BBQ, held at the Ouray County 4H Events Center & Fairgrounds. The rodeo is held a month later over Labor Day weekend.
Website: ouraycountyrodeo.com…
Denver Food & Wine Festival
Date: Wed-Sat, September 6-9, 2023
Address: Denver
About: An extravagant multi-day culinary festival celebrating everything delicious to eat and drink, for those 21+, that benefits the Colorado Restaurant Foundation.
Website: denverfoodandwine.com
Meeker Classic Sheepdog Championship Trials
Date: Wed-Sun, September 6-10, 2023
Address: Meeker
About: Five days of sheepdog herding competition held annually in September, celebrating its 35th year.
Website: meekersheepdog.com
Southern Ute Tribal Fair & Powwow
Date: Fri-Sun, September 8-10, 2023
Address: Sky Ute Fairgrounds, Ignacio
About: A grand celebration of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe in Ignacio, Colorado. Held since 1920, the excitement of gathering as a tribe and sharing traditions, food, and camaraderie has always been a highlight of each September.
Website: southernute-nsn.gov…
Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Highland Festival
Date: Fri-Sun, September 8-10, 2023
Address: Estes Park
About: Known as Scotfest, this three-day celebration, now in its 46th year, features large bagpipe marching bands, the Estes Tattoo, and the Longs Peak Concert. Highlights include live music, regional food, jousting tournaments, Highland dance, and local merchants.
Website: scotfest.com
Denver Mineral, Fossil, Gem, and Jewelry Show
Date: Fri-Sun, September 8-17, 2023
Address: National Western Complex, Denver
About: Spend a day strolling through miles of tables and booths where 500+ dealers from all over the country come to sell their products and share the beautiful world of geo.
Website: denver.show
Friends of Raymer Car Show
Date: Saturday, September 9, 2023
Address: New Raymer
About: 7th annual car, truck, motorcycle, and tractor show in the small town of Raymer. Boasting music, food, and a cornhole tournament, all proceeds are used to restore the town’s historic buildings.
Website: friendsofraymer.com/car-show
High Peaks Music Festival
Date: Saturday, September 9, 2023
Address: Westcliffe
About: 13th annual festival showcasing the Valley’s top musical acts, held at the Feed Store Park and Amphitheatre.
Website: klzr.org/…
Lafayette Brew Fest
Date: Saturday, September 9, 2023
Address: Lafayette
About: Free to enter brew fest featuring a variety of local breweries within 75 miles of Lafayette.
Website: business.lafayettecolorado.com…
Palmer Lake Wine Festival
Date: Saturday, September 9, 2023
Address: Palmer Lake
About: A one-day festival boasting samples from 25 wineries in a gorgeous outdoor setting.
Website: palmerlakewinefestival.com
Rist Canyon Mountain Festival
Date: Saturday, September 9, 2023
Address: Bellvue
About: Held annually on the first Saturday after Labor Day and featuring live entertainment, food trucks, vendors, and activities for kids, this festival helps to raise funds for the fire department.
Website: facebook.com/RCMountainFest
San Luis Valley Potato Festival
Date: Saturday, September 9, 2023
Address: Monte Vista
About: Colorado’s San Luis Valley produces some of the finest potatoes around. Celebrate this starchy root vegetable at the annual SLV Potato Festival.
Website: coloradopotato.org…
Steamboat OktoberWest
Dates: Saturday, September 9, 2023
Address: Steamboat Springs
About: Over 30 brewers come to Steamboat’s mountain village for this annual Octoberfest. Enjoy craft beer, live music, and a beef cook-off.
Website: steamboatoktoberwest.com
Colorado Artfest at Castle Rock
Date: Sat-Sun, September 9-10, 2023
Address: Castle Rock
About: More than 110 artists ascend into Castle Rock for this annual fine arts fest.
Website: castlerock.org…
Colorfest Balloon Rally
When: Fri-Sun, September 15-17, 2023
Where: Pagosa Springs
What: 36th anniversary of high-flying fun, held annually since 1986. The Passport to Pagosa Food & Wine Fest kicks off the festivities on Friday night with international wine and food pairings, followed by a 5k run and two mass ascensions.
Website: pagosachamber.com/colorfest
Telluride Blues & Brews Festival
Date: Fri-Sun, September 15-17, 2023
Address: Town Park, Telluride
About: In its 29th year, this popular event features world-class blues music and great local food.
Website: tellurideblues.com
Colorado Mountain Winefest
Date: Saturday, September 16, 2023
Address: Riverbend Park, Palisade
About: Dozens of local wineries attend Colorado’s premier wine festival, now in its 32nd season. There are interactive seminars, demos, live entertainment, fantastic food, unlimited wine samples, and plenty of vino for sale.
Website: coloradowinefest.com
Lake City Uncorked Wine & Music Festival
Date: Saturday, September 16, 2023
Address: Lake City
About: Music and wine festival in one of Colorado’s most picturesque and remote towns.
Website: lakecityfestival.org
Pawtoberfest
Date: Saturday, September 16, 2023
Address: Colorado Springs
About: Annual festival with craft beer, cocktails, food vendors, and a 2-mile dog walk that benefits the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region.
Website: secure.qgiv.com/…
Handmade In Colorado Expo: Skyline Park
Date: Sat-Sun, September 16-17, 2023
Address: Skyline Park, Denver
About: 16th annual art event held over three weekends at three different venues, showcasing various creations from Colorado artists.
Website: coloradoevents.org…
Durango Autumn Arts Festival
Date: Sat-Sun, September 16-17, 2023
Address: Downtown Durango
About: Discover a weekend of arts and crafts on Second Avenue in downtown Durango. Explore the various booths selling their handmade goods among the fall colors.
Website: durangoarts.org/daaf
Rocky Mountain Rambler Fun-Fest
Date: Saturday, September 17, 2023
Address: Victor
About: An annual event where visitors can drink beer, listen to music, and check out the Ramblers and teams that will be heading through the Pikes Peak area for the RMR 500, testing their cars and picking up trash along the way.
Website: rockymountainrambler500.com
Breckenridge Film Festival
Date: Thur-Sun, September 21-24, 2023
Address: Breckenridge
About: 42nd annual festival features a variety of independent films, premieres, receptions, educational programs, and retrospectives; 70+ films, parties, and forums.
Website: breckfilm.org
Telluride Autumn Classic
Date: Thur-Sun, September 21-24, 2023
Address: Telluride
About: A 4-day mountain event celebrating everything an automobile, motorcycle, and airplane enthusiast could ever dream of.
Website: tellurideautumnclassic.com
Chile & Frijoles Festival
Date: Fri-Sun, September 22-24, 2023
Address: Pueblo
About: Annual three-day pepper party held the third weekend after Labor Day. Farmers sell more than 50,000 pounds of peppers, including the Mirasol, a native to the Pueblo region.
Website: pueblochilefestival.com
The summer season is loaded with exciting annual events in Colorado. Need help deciding? Here are thirteen favorite summer festivals. Have fun!
