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Colorado Events - October 2024
Oct 1 - Featured - Colorado Springs - Olympic City USAColorado Springs Metro - ARTS MONTH Orchestrated by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region - Annual celebration that raises awareness for the quality, diversity, and value of the arts in our community; it coincides with National Arts & Humanities Month, which has been observed throughout the United States for several decades. Plan to have at least one new cultural experience with family or friends this #ArtsOctober: October 1-31, 2024
Oct 2 - Boulder - Boulder County Wednesday Farmers Market @ Next to the Boulder Bandshell Park on 13th Street - Producer-only farmers markets in Boulder, Colorado since 1987. It's a Dog Free Zone; however your dog is allowed at the adjacent park: Wednesdays from 3:30-7:30pm May 1 - October 2, 2024
Oct 2 - Durango - Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering @ Durango: The 35th Annual; Celebrating Cowboy History - Nightly LivePerformances: the Bar-D Wranglers, Kristyn Harris and Hailey Sandoz, Doris Daley, Al “Doc” Mehl, Gone With the West - Cowboy Poetry - Chuckwagon Breakfast - Horseback Social - Cowboy Parade: Wednesday-Sunday October 2-6, 2024
Oct 3 - Westcliffe - Sangres Art Guild: Haunting Images @ The 3rd Street Gallery - Artistic creations by local Young Artists - Judged by nationally renowned local artist Melody DeBenedictis: Thursday-Monday from 11am-4pm October 3-7, 10-14, 17-21, and 24-26, 2024
Oct 4 - Craig - Elk Capital Expo @ Moffat County Fairgrounds - Booths · Artists · Taxidermist · Hunters · Events · Wild Game & Meat Processors · Guides · Outfitters · Vendors · Food Trucks · Parks & Wildlife · Contests · Auction · Education · Music: Friday-Saturday, October 4-5, 2024
Oct 4 - Grand Mesa Area - Cedaredge Applefest @ Cedaredge - Featuring Plenty of Apple Orchards - Classic Car, Antique Tractor Show - Live Music - Arts, Crafts and Food Vendors - 5K: Friday-Sunday October 4-6, 2024
Oct 4 - Ouray - Ridgway Farmers Market @ Hartwell Park, Downtown Ridgway - Vendors change weekly with local: fruits, vegetables, meats, eggs, cheese, baked goods, flowers, plants, natural body care products, artisan crafts: Friday from 10am-2pm May 24 - October 11, 2024
Oct 4 - Telluride - Telluride Farmers' Market @ South Oak Street in downtown Telluride - An organic market with quality produce, animal products, prepared food, and artisans from San Miguel County. All of the goods are produced within 100 miles of Telluride: Fridays from 10:30am-3:30pm June 7-October 11, 2024
Oct 5 - Alamosa - Alamosa Farmers Market @ Corner of 6th St & State Ave - Enter on Emerson - Local organic, grass-fed beef, lamb, and yak - Family growers and dairies share their produce and lifestyle for future generations - Incubator opportunity for local entrepreneurs who produce baked goods, jams, and jellies: Saturdays from 8am-1:30pm July 6-October 12, 2024
Oct 5 - Boulder - Boulder County Saturday Farmers Market @ Next to the Boulder Bandshell Park on 13th Street - Producer-only farmers markets in Boulder, Colorado since 1987. It's a Dog Free Zone; however your dog is allowed at the adjacent park: Saturdays from 8am-2pm April 6 – November 23, 2024
Oct 5 - Colorado Springs Metro - Old Colorado City Farmers Market @ Bancroft Park - Local vendors selling corn, squash, cantaloupe, fresh herbs, honey, cheese, bread, pasta, salsas, crafts, homemade soaps and fresh flowers: Every Saturday from 8am-1pm June 1-October 26, 2024
Oct 5 - Colorado Springs Metro - Harvest Festival @ Rock Ledge Ranch - Wagon Ride, Old-Time Music, Pumpkin Patch, Candy Scramble, Kick Back with Pie, Tour Historic Homes and Blacksmith, Bull Rides, And Food/Beverage: Saturday from 10am-5pm October 5, 2024
Oct 5 - Durango - Bayfield Farmers Market @ 1328 CR 501 - 100% Grassroots Farmers Market, locally grown produce, meat, bakeries, live music food trucks, and artisans: Saturdays from 8am-Noon June 15-October 25, 2024
Oct 5 - Durango - Durango Farmers Market @ TBK Bank Parking Lot - Local Produce, Meats & Cheeses, Breakfast & Lunch Options, Live Music, Kids Booth, Local Artisans: Saturdays from 8am-12pm May 11-October 26, 2024
Oct 5 - Gunnison - Gunnison Farmers Market @ Downtown Gunnison at Main and Virginia Streets - A seasonal outdoor market featuring Colorado produce - fruit, vegetables, meat, milk, eggs, cheese, baked goods, arts, and crafts. Live local entertainment in the adjacent park: Saturdays from 9:30am-1pm June 8–October 19, 2024
Oct 5 - Longmont - Boulder County Farmers Market @ Boulder County Fairgrounds - Producer-only farmers markets in Longmont, Colorado since 1987. It's a Dog Free Zone: Saturdays from 8am-2pm April 6 – November 23, 2024
Oct 5 - Salida - CCFA Salida Summer Farmers Market @ Alpine Park - The Arkansas River Valley is home to expansive ranches and farmland. With its abundant resources, fresh water, and mild climate: Saturdays from 8am-12:30pm une 15 - October 25, 2024
Oct 6 - Buena Vista Area - CCFA Buena Vista Summer Farmers Market @ 409 E Main - The Arkansas River Valley is home to expansive ranches and farmland. With its abundant resources, fresh water, and mild climate: Sundays from 9am-1pm June 16-October 27, 2024
Oct 6 - Nederland - Nederland Farmers Market @ 80 E 2nd St - Fresh local and sustainably grown produce - Wisdom's Natural Poultry, Buckner Family Ranch, Anasazi Beans, Organic popcorn, White Mountain Farm, Bee Hugger Honey: Sundays from 10am-2pm May 12-October 6, 2024
Oct 10 - Westcliffe - Sangres Art Guild: Haunting Images @ The 3rd Street Gallery - Artistic creations by local Young Artists - Judged by nationally renowned local artist Melody DeBenedictis: Thursday-Monday from 11am-4pm October 3-7, 10-14, 17-21, and 24-26, 2024
Oct 11 - Grand Lake - Scarecrow Contest @ Granby Businesses - Each year, Granby businesses compete in creating festive, spooky or fun scarecrow displays: October 11-25, 2024
Oct 11 - Ouray - Ridgway Farmers Market @ Hartwell Park, Downtown Ridgway - Vendors change weekly with local: fruits, vegetables, meats, eggs, cheese, baked goods, flowers, plants, natural body care products, artisan crafts: Friday from 10am-2pm May 24 - October 11, 2024
Oct 11 - Summit County - Breckenridge Craft Spirits Festival @ Breckenridge - Featuring Small-Batch Distilled Spirits Tastings - Historical Hikes, Walking and Distillery Tours - Craft Cocktails and Scavenger Hunt - Museum and History Tours - Bloody Sunday and Hangover Brunch: Friday-Sunday October 11-13, 2024
Oct 12 - Denver Area - Great American Beer Festival @ Colorado Convention Center - YOU MUST BE 21+ - The 41st Annual; Celebrate The Nation’s Always-Growing Craft Beer Culture - the Largest Beer Festival in the Country - 3,500 beers - Largest Collection of US Beer Ever Served - Privately Judged Competition: Thursday-Saturday from 5:30-10pm October 10-12, 2024
Oct 12 - Fort Collins - 7th Annual Poudre Pour @ Windsor History Museum - A cultural celebration of the Cache la Poudre River National Heritage Corridor featuring local craft beverages and bands, interactive educational exhibits for all ages, and food trucks: Saturday from 1-5pm October 12, 2024
Oct 12 - La Junta - Boggsville Days @ Boggsville Historic Site in Las Animas CO - Explore the rich multicultural history of Boggsville through living history, dance, demonstrations, tours, fun for all ages - Starts at 9am Saturday, October 12, 2024
Oct 13 - Denver Mountain Area - 5th Annual Fire & Ice Chili Cook Off @ Georgetown - 15-18 teams bringing their best chili forward paired with a crafted cocktail/mocktail: Sunday from 10am-3pm October 13, 2024
Oct 14 - Vail Area - 13th Annual Man of the Cliff @ Harry A. Nottingham Park - Lumberjack games and outdoor ruggedness; don your favorite flannel and try your hand at axe throwing, keg tossing, speed chopping, and more! All the while, enjoy craft brews, local food trucks, and mountain town vibes: Saturday from 10am-5pm October 14, 2024
Oct 17 - Westcliffe - Sangres Art Guild: Haunting Images @ The 3rd Street Gallery - Artistic creations by local Young Artists - Judged by nationally renowned local artist Melody DeBenedictis: Thursday-Monday from 11am-4pm October 3-7, 10-14, 17-21, and 24-26, 2024
Oct 18 - Westcliffe - WCPA Live Theater: Squirrels @ Jones Theater - Winter is coming to the big tree in this fast-paced dark comedy. Will there be enough nuts?!: Friday/Saturday @ 7:30pm and Sunday @ 2pm, October 18-20 and 25-27, 2024
Oct 19 - Colorado Springs Metro - Pumpkins in the Park @ Bancroft Park - Harvest festival for the whole family with Pumpkin Patch, Pumpkin Painting, Balloon Animals, Face Painters, Kids Coloring Crafts, Fall Crafts, cookies and treats: Saturday starting at 4pm October 19, 2024
Oct 19 - Westcliffe - OKTOBERFEST 2024 Beckwith Ranch @ Westcliffe - Westcliffe’s favourite Bavarian celebration - Oktoberfest Parades - Live bands - Giant Steins - Bratwurst - It’s impossible not to have a good time: Saturday from 11am-4pm October 19, 2024
Oct 24 - Westcliffe - Sangres Art Guild: Haunting Images @ The 3rd Street Gallery - Artistic creations by local Young Artists - Judged by nationally renowned local artist Melody DeBenedictis: Thursday-Monday from 11am-4pm October 3-7, 10-14, 17-21, and 24-26, 2024
Oct 25 - Grand Lake - Granby Trick or Treat @ Main Street - Calling all goblins, ghouls, and ghosts! Get ready for a spooky good time on Main Street! Kids of all ages can trick-or-treat at businesses along Agate Avenue and at the Granby Info Center: Friday from 4-6pm October 25, 2024
Oct 25 - Westcliffe - WCPA Live Theater: Squirrels @ Jones Theater - Winter is coming to the big tree in this fast-paced dark comedy. Will there be enough nuts?!: Friday/Saturday @ 7:30pm and Sunday @ 2pm, October 18-20 and 25-27, 2024
Oct 26 - Featured - Colorado Springs - Olympic City USA
Colorado Springs Metro - Annual Emma Crawford Coffin Races & Festival in Manitou Springs - Since October 1995, Manitou Springs, in honor of Emma Crawford, has coffin races. This is a fun and crazy event, honoring her dying wish to be buried on top of Red Mountain; 12 men carried her coffin up the 7,200 foot slope. Some say she haunts Red Mountain to this day. A parade and awards for the best Emma, the most creative coffin, and the best overall entourage complete the day-long event. All month long Manitou Springs celebrates with Skeleton Craze and ghost tours of Old Manitou each weekend: Friday October 26, 2024
Oct 26 - Crystal River Valley - Happy Halloween! @ Marble - Trunk or Treat at The Marble HUB, Zombie Mill Workers at The Marble Gallery, Nightmare Before Christmas at Marble Mo Creations, Haunted Cave Trunk at Marble Gem & Mineral Show: starting at 5pm Friday October 26, 2024
Oct 27 - Featured - Leadville Railroad
Leadville & Twin Lakes Area - Leadville Railroad - Close date: October 27, 2024
Oct 31 - Denver Area - Adams County Sheriff’s Office Trunk or Treat @ Clear Creek Valley Park - A fun-filled evening of trick-or-treating, Helping Hen and Sweet. Daruma will serve up dinner to go with the treats you collect, and a DJ will provide music and entertainment: Thursday from 4-7pm October 31, 2024
Oct 31 - Westcliffe - Sangres Art Guild: In the Mood for Art @ The 3rd Street Gallery - Features some of the best artists in Colorado - Visual art in all mediums, styles and themes - member and non-members: Thursday-Monday from 11am-4pm, October 31-November 30, 2024
Colorado Events - November 2024
Nov 1 - Westcliffe - Sangres Art Guild: In the Mood for Art @ The 3rd Street Gallery - Features some of the best artists in Colorado - Visual art in all mediums, styles and themes - member and non-members: Thursday-Monday from 11am-4pm, October 31-November 30, 2024Nov 1 - Westcliffe - Beckwith Ranch Holiday Gift Show @ Historic Beckwith Ranch - Shop for unique Christmas gifts - Artisans, authors, artists and boutiques - Expanded to include the bunkhouse this year - Take a tour of this 1890s family Ranch: Friday-Saturday from 10am-4pm November 1-2, 2024
Nov 2 - Boulder - Boulder County Saturday Farmers Market @ Next to the Boulder Bandshell Park on 13th Street - Producer-only farmers markets in Boulder, Colorado since 1987. It's a Dog Free Zone; however your dog is allowed at the adjacent park: Saturdays from 8am-2pm April 6 – November 23, 2024
Nov 2 - Longmont - Boulder County Farmers Market @ Boulder County Fairgrounds - Producer-only farmers markets in Longmont, Colorado since 1987. It's a Dog Free Zone: Saturdays from 8am-2pm April 6 – November 23, 2024
Nov 7 - Westcliffe - Sangres Art Guild: In the Mood for Art @ The 3rd Street Gallery - Features some of the best artists in Colorado - Visual art in all mediums, styles and themes - member and non-members: Thursday-Monday from 11am-4pm, October 31-November 30, 2024
Nov 9 - Colorado Springs Metro - Everything but the Oinkl @ Rock Ledge Ranch - Everyone participates, Dress for Weather, Woodworking Shop Demonstration, Tour the Historic Sites See Sausage Making. At the Galloway Cabin Demonstrations on How Lard is Rendered to Cook, Make Soap, and Medicines: Saturday from 10am-2pm November 9, 2024
Nov 9 - Denver Mountain Area - Georgetown Bighorn Sheep Festival @ Georgetown - The 5th Annual: Featuring Wildlife Programs – Viewing Locations - Children's Activities - Hikes – Photo Contest - Live Music - Craft Vendors – Archery Target Shooting: Saturday November 9, 2024
Nov 14 - Westcliffe - Sangres Art Guild: In the Mood for Art @ The 3rd Street Gallery - Features some of the best artists in Colorado - Visual art in all mediums, styles and themes - member and non-members: Thursday-Monday from 11am-4pm, October 31-November 30, 2024
Nov 16 - Durango - Durango Harvest Market @ TBK Bank Parking Lot - Locally grown fresh veggies, meats, and cheeses for your Harvest celebration meal! Holiday shopping with unique and useful items from our quality local artisans - Rain, Snow, or Shine: Saturday from 8am-12pm November 16, 2024
Nov 16 - Salida - CCFA Salida Winter Farmers Market @ Salida Scout Hut - The Arkansas River Valley is home to expansive ranches and farmland. With its abundant resources, fresh water, and mild climate: Saturday from 10am-1pm November 16-December 28, 2024
Nov 21 - Westcliffe - Sangres Art Guild: In the Mood for Art @ The 3rd Street Gallery - Features some of the best artists in Colorado - Visual art in all mediums, styles and themes - member and non-members: Thursday-Monday from 11am-4pm, October 31-November 30, 2024
Nov 23 - Craig - 5th Annual Gravy Train 5K Race @ Loudy Simpson Park - Always the Saturday before Thanksgiving - Family Fun Run or Walk - Wear Athletic Gear or Dress in Costume - Prizes for the Top Three Best Outfits - Bring Canned Food Donations for the Interfaith Food Bank: Tuesday, November 23, 2024
Nov 23 - Denver Area - Castle Rock Starlighting @ Downtown Castle Rock & Festival Park - Step into a Norman Rockwell scene as we light the star on top of Castle Rock and enjoy the fireworks, caroling, dancing, visit Santa Claus, kids activities, food vendors, hot chocolate, and the iconic chili supper at the Firehouse: Friday from 2pm-6pm November 23, 2024
Nov 28 - Denver Area - 26th Annual Sand Creek Massacre Spiritual Healing Run/Walk @ the Sand Creek Massacre National Historic Site - Honor the victims and survivors of the Massacre on the 155th Anniversary by healing ancestral homelands, sponsored by the Northern Cheyenne Tribe (MT), the Northern Arapaho Tribe (WY), and the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes (OK). Thursday, November 28 - Sunday, December 1, 2024
Nov 28 - Westcliffe - Sangres Art Guild: In the Mood for Art @ The 3rd Street Gallery - Features some of the best artists in Colorado - Visual art in all mediums, styles and themes - member and non-members: Thursday-Monday from 11am-4pm, October 31-November 30, 2024
Nov 29 - Grand Lake - Grand Lake’s Tree Lighting Ceremony @ Town Park –ring in the Holiday Season The Day After Thanksgiving with carol sing along, free cookies and hot cocoa, Grand Lake Carriage tours will bring Santa to his sleigh for photos: Friday from 6-8:30pm November 29, 2024
Nov 30 - Craig - Craig Parade of Lights @ Downtown Craig - Lights theme is Songs of Christmas. Stop by and grab the entry form for your float: Saturday, starting at 6pm November 30, 2024
Colorado Towns with Calendars of Events
Alamosa - Includes Blanca, Capulin, Center, Fort Garland, Hooper, Mosca, San Luis, Sanford | |
Allenspark - Includes Meeker Park, Raymond | |
Angel Fire - Includes Eagle Nest | |
Antonito - Includes Conejos, Mogote | |
Aspen & Snowmass Village - Includes Basalt, Snowmass Village | |
Bailey & Pine Area - Includes Conifer, Grant, Pine, Shawnee | |
Boulder - Includes Eldorado Springs, Lafayette, Louisville | |
Buena Vista Area - Includes Johnson Village, Nathrop, St. Elmo | |
Burlington - Includes Cheyenne Wells, Kit Carson, Seibert, Stratton | |
Chama | |
Colorado Springs Metro - Includes Black Forest, Falcon, Fountain, Monument | |
Craig - Includes Hamilton, Maybell | |
Crawford | |
Creede | |
Crested Butte | |
Cripple Creek - Includes Victor | |
Crystal River Valley - Includes Carbondale, Marble, Redstone | |
Cuchara Valley Area - Includes Cuchara, La Veta | |
Del Norte - Includes Monte Vista | |
Delta | |
Denver Area - Includes Arvada, Aurora, Brighton, Broomfield, Castle Rock, Centennial, Commerce City, Elizabeth, Elbert, Englewood, Fort Lupton, Golden, Greenwood Village, Highlands Ranch, Hudson, Lakewood, Larkspur, Littleton, Parker, Westminster, Wheat Ridge | |
Denver Mountain Area - Includes Black Hawk, Central City, Empire, Evergreen, Genesee, Georgetown, Golden Mountains, Idaho Springs, Idledale, Morrison | |
Dinosaur Area - Includes Rangely | |
Dolores Area - Includes Mcphee Reservoir, Stoner | |
Dove Creek | |
Durango - Includes Bayfield, Hesperus, Ignacio, Lemon, Vallecito Lake | |
Estes Park - Includes Drake | |
Farmington | |
Fort Collins - Includes LaPorte, Wellington, Windsor | |
Fort Morgan - Includes Akron, Brush, Keenesburg, Orchard, Weldona | |
Fowler - Includes Rocky Ford | |
Glenwood Springs - Includes New Castle | |
Grand County | |
Grand Junction - Includes Clifton, De Beque, Fruita, Gateway, Palisade | |
Grand Lake - Includes Granby, Ski Granby Ranch | |
Grand Mesa Area - Includes Austin, Cedaredge, Collbran, Eckert, Mesa | |
Greenhorn Valley - Includes Beulah, Colorado City, Lake San Isabel, Rye, San Isabel | |
Gunnison - Includes Almont, Blue Mesa Lake, Ohio City, Parlin, Pitkin, Sargents, Sapinero, Taylor Park, Waunita Hot Springs | |
Gypsum | |
Hot Sulphur Springs - Includes Parshall | |
Julesburg - Includes Haxtun, Holyoke | |
Kremmling | |
La Junta - Includes Bent's Old Fort National Historic Site, Branson, Las Animas | |
Lake City - Includes Powderhorn | |
Lamar - Includes Campo, Eads, Granada, Holly, Pritchett, Sheridan Lake, Springfield, Two Buttes, Walsh, Wiley | |
Leadville & Twin Lakes Area - Includes Granite, Twin Lakes | |
Limon - Includes Genoa | |
Longmont - Includes Frederick | |
Loveland Area - Includes Berthoud, Evans, Greeley, Johnstown | |
Lyons | |
Meeker - Includes Buford, Trappers Lake | |
Mesa Verde Area - Includes Cortez, Mancos | |
Montrose Area - Includes Cimarron, Olathe | |
Naturita & Nucla Area - Includes Nucla | |
Navajo Dam | |
Navajo Lake - Includes Arboles, Navajo Dam | |
Nederland - Includes Eldora | |
North Fork Valley - Includes Hotchkiss, Paonia, Somerset | |
Norwood | |
Ouray - Includes Ridgway | |
Pagosa Springs Area | |
Park County - Includes Alma, Como, Fairplay, Hartsel, Jefferson, Spinney Mountain Reservoir | |
Pikes Peak Area - Includes Cascade, Chipita Park, Deckers, Green Mountain Falls, Manitou Springs, Woodland Park | |
Pikes Peak West - Includes Divide, Eleven Mile Reservoir, Florissant, Lake George, Tarryall Reservoir | |
Platoro | |
Poudre River Canyon - Includes Bellvue, Glendevey, La Porte, Rustic | |
Pueblo - Includes Pueblo West | |
Red Feather Lakes - Includes Livermore, Virginia Dale, Tie Siding WY | |
Red River | |
Rifle - Includes Battlement Mesa, Parachute, Silt | |
Royal Gorge Area - Includes Cañon City, Coaldale, Cotopaxi, Florence, Guffey, Penrose, Texas Creek | |
Ruedi Reservoir Area - Includes Meredith | |
Salida - Includes Howard, Monarch, Poncha Springs | |
San Luis Valley - Northern - Includes Crestone, Mineral Hot Springs, Moffat, Saguache, Villa Grove | |
Santa Fe | |
Silverton | |
South Fork Area | |
Steamboat Springs - Includes Clark, Columbine, Hahn's Peak, Hayden | |
Sterling - Includes Briggsdale, Crook, Fleming, Grover, Stoneham | |
Stonewall - Includes Weston | |
Strasburg | |
Summit County - Includes Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, Dillon, Frisco, Green Mountain Reservoir, Heeney, Keystone, Silverthorne | |
Sweetwater | |
Taos | |
Telluride - Includes Rico | |
Trinidad - Includes Aguilar | |
Vail Area - Includes Avon, Beaver Creek, Dotsero, Eagle, Edwards, Minturn, Red Cliff, Wolcott | |
Wagon Wheel Gap | |
Walden (North Park) - Includes Gould, North Park Area, Rand | |
Walsenburg | |
Westcliffe - Includes Rosita, Silver Cliff | |
Winter Park - Includes Fraser, Tabernash | |
Yampa - Includes Bond, Burns, McCoy, Oak Creek, Phippsburg | |
Yuma - Includes Wray |