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Colorado Events - May 2023

May 6 - Colorado Springs Metro - Kentucky Derby Watch Party @ ProRodeo Hall of Fame – Watch the Derby with Friends at the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame Pavilion: race excitement, hats, music, Smokin Js BBQ Food Truck and drinks: 2-5pm May 6, 2023

May 6 - Cuchara Valley Area - Fort Clean-Up Day @ Francisco Fort Museum – Help Get the Fort ready for our 2023 season! Opportunities for all ages! Lots of fun and lunch provided: 9am-1:30pm, May 6

May 6 - Fort Collins - Fort Collins Trolley Rides @ City Park Depot in Fort Collins - Trolley departs every 30 minutes from the (weather permitting): Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays from 12-5pm, May 6 - October 1, 2023

May 6 - Westcliffe - WMVSC Kentucky Derby: Casino Night & Dance @ Wet Mountain Valley Saddle Club - Vegas comes to Westcliffe watch the Kentucky Derby, bet on your horse, Black Jack, Roulette or Craps, and dance the night away: 5-11pm May 6

May 7 - Grand Mesa Area - ReFind Vintage Fashion Show @ The Grand Mesa Arts & Event Center in Cedaredge – Kick off the ReFind Art Festival with vintage then and now clothing : 2-4pm, May 7

May 11 - Steamboat Springs - Colorado Parks & Wildlife Big Game Season Structure (BGSS) Public Meeting – HUNTERS, we want to hear from you. Attend our public meeting to share your perspective and opinions on possible changes for the 2025-2029 Big Game Season Structure: 6:00-7:30pm, Open House @ 925 Weiss Drive

May 13 - 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 13-October 21, 2023

May 13 - Fort Collins - Fort Collins Trolley Rides @ City Park Depot in Fort Collins - Trolley departs every 30 minutes from the (weather permitting): Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays from 12-5pm, May 6 - October 1, 2023

May 13 - Westcliffe - SJO Sun Observing Hour @ Smokey Jack Observatory - Safely observe the sun through several solar telescopes at the Smokey Jack Observatory: 11am-12pm May 13

May 13 - Westcliffe - Tea with Mrs. Beckwith @ Beckwith Ranch - Docents portray the Beckwith Family at this exclusive Tea hosted by Mrs. Beckwith, seating is limited: 4-7pm May 13

May 13 - Westcliffe - SJO Public Star Party @ Smokey Jack Observatory - A two hour open house to view the celestial sky. Weather permitting: 9-11pm May 13

May 18 - Cuchara Valley Area - La Veta Farmers Market @ Outside the La Veta Library - Local Produce, Food Items and Crafts: 3-6pm on Thursdays, May 18-October 19

May 19 - Colorado Springs Metro - An Evening with Richard "Goose" Gossage @ ProRodeo Hall of Fame - An Evening with the Baseball Legend a Colorado Springs Native and Member of Major League Baseball’s Hall of Fame: Storytelling, Q&A, Conversation: Beginning at 6pm, May 19, 2023

May 20 - 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 13-October 21, 2023

May 20 - Fort Collins - Fort Collins Trolley Rides @ City Park Depot in Fort Collins - Trolley departs every 30 minutes from the (weather permitting): Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays from 12-5pm, May 6 - October 1, 2023

May 20 - Montrose Area - Montrose Summer Farmers Market @ Downtown in Montrose - Started in 1978 and is one of the oldest Farmers Markets in Western Colorado - a gathering of local farmers, ranchers, producers, and artisans of the Western Slope serving the community fresh, local produce, delicious food, live music, kid's activities: Saturdays from 9am-1pm, May 20–October 28, 2023

May 20 - Naturita & Nucla Area - WeBe Race Series @ Naturita - Off-Road Dirt Bike Racing Series Round 2: May 20-21

May 20 - Naturita & Nucla Area - Inaugural Naturita Pack Burro Races @ Naturita - Feel your pioneer spirit soar as you traverse the untouched landscape: 8am-5:45pm

May 20 - Norwood - Norwood Farmers Market @ Grand Avenue & Lucerne - Fruits, vegetables, flowers, herbs in season (organically and conventionally grown), grass-fed beef and pastured pork, farm fresh eggs, artisan baked goods, honey, homemade jams, lavender products, hard shell gourds, handcrafted glass jewelry, hand-spun Alpaca & wool yarn and handmade garments, local silversmith jewelry, handcrafted quilts & sewn items, children's activities, music, cooking & canning demonstrations, flea markets: Saturdays from 9am-1pm, May 20–September 30, 2023

May 20 - Westcliffe - SJO Sun Observing Hour @ Smokey Jack Observatory - Safely observe the sun through several solar telescopes at the Smokey Jack Observatory: 11am-12pm May 20

May 20 - Westcliffe - SJO Electronic Assisted Astronomy (EAA) Star Party @ Smokey Jack Observatory - View live images on a 10 foot outdoor screen in the amphitheater outside the Smokey Jack Observatory Seating is limited: 9:30-11:30pm May 20

May 21 - Naturita & Nucla Area - Gymkhana Sundays preformed by Tabeguache Trail Riders @ Nucla Rodeo Arena - Join the fun, cheer on your favorite cowhand, stay for dinner, Holy Smokes is serving up some yummy fixins at the snack shack!

May 22 - Durango - Colorado Parks & Wildlife Big Game Season Structure (BGSS) Public Meeting – HUNTERS, we want to hear from you. Attend our public meeting to share your perspective and opinions on possible changes for the 2025-2029 Big Game Season Structure: 6:00-7:30pm, Durango Town Hall @ La Plata Room at La Plata County Fairgrounds

May 25 - Colorado Springs Metro - Colorado Parks & Wildlife Big Game Season Structure (BGSS) Public Meeting – HUNTERS, we want to hear from you. Attend our public meeting to share your perspective and opinions on possible changes for the 2025-2029 Big Game Season Structure: 6:00-7:30pm, Colorado Springs Town Hall @ CPW Southeast Regional Office

May 25 - Cuchara Valley Area - Francisco Fort Museum Opening Weekend @ Francisco Fort Museum - On Thursday, May 25th The Huajatolla Heritage Foundation will host the inaugural presentation of a “Pictorial Archive of 25 Hispano Families of Huerfano County”: 10am-4pm, May 25-29

May 25 - Cuchara Valley Area - La Veta Farmers Market @ Outside the La Veta Library - Local Produce, Food Items and Crafts: 3-6pm on Thursdays, May 18-October 19

May 26 - Creede - 9th Annual Creede Farmers and Local Artisan Market @ South Main and Wall Streets - Throughout summer we aim to create a community, bring in visitors and support local farmers, crafts people, and artisans: Fridays and one Saturday a month from 8am-2pm, May 25–September 29, 2023

May 26 - Ouray - Ridgway Farmers Market @ Hartwell Park, Downtown Ridgway - Vendors change weekly: local fruits, vegetables, flowers, plants, meat, eggs, cheese, baked goods, natural body care products, artisan crafts: Fridays from 10am-3pm, May 26-October 13, 2023

May 26 - South Fork Area - South Fork Farmers Market @ Visitors Center - support our communities farmers, ranchers, vendors and small businesses: Fridays from 9am-1pm, May 26-September 29, 2023

May 27 - Denver Mountain Area - Georgetown Pack Burro Race @ Downtown Georgetown - See who pulls their burro up Empire Pass: 10am-7:15pm

May 27 - 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 13-October 21, 2023

May 27 - Fort Collins - Fort Collins Trolley Rides @ City Park Depot in Fort Collins - Trolley departs every 30 minutes from the (weather permitting): Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays from 12-5pm, May 6 - October 1, 2023

May 27 - Grand Mesa Area - ReFind Art Festival @ The Grand Mesa Arts & Event Center in Cedaredge – RePurposed, ReFurbished, ReImagined furniture, housewares, clothing, outdoor items sold by local artists with beer and wine garden, and food truck: 11am-3pm, May 27

May 27 - Montrose Area - Montrose Summer Farmers Market @ Downtown in Montrose - Started in 1978 and is one of the oldest Farmers Markets in Western Colorado - a gathering of local farmers, ranchers, producers, and artisans of the Western Slope serving the community fresh, local produce, delicious food, live music, kid's activities: Saturdays from 9am-1pm, May 20–October 28, 2023

May 27 - Norwood - Norwood Farmers Market @ Grand Avenue & Lucerne - Fruits, vegetables, flowers, herbs in season (organically and conventionally grown), grass-fed beef and pastured pork, farm fresh eggs, artisan baked goods, honey, homemade jams, lavender products, hard shell gourds, handcrafted glass jewelry, hand-spun Alpaca & wool yarn and handmade garments, local silversmith jewelry, handcrafted quilts & sewn items, children's activities, music, cooking & canning demonstrations, flea markets: Saturdays from 9am-1pm, May 20–September 30, 2023

May 27 - Westcliffe - SJO Sun Observing Hour @ Smokey Jack Observatory - Safely observe the sun through several solar telescopes at the Smokey Jack Observatory: 11am-12pm May 27

May 27 - Westcliffe - KLZR 2nd Street Block Party @ 2nd Street Westcliffe, Colorado - Opens up the summer season. Catch the tunes and musical performance in front of the KLZR studio: 11am-1:30pm May 27

May 27 - Westcliffe - SJO “Lunatic” Lunar Observing @ Smokey Jack Observatory - Observe the large round object that circles the Earth and that shines at night by reflecting light from the Sun: 9:30-11:30pm May 27

May 28 - Cuchara Valley Area - Tom Munch Evening of Music @ La Veta Pines RV Park - Bring the Family for a Great Evening of Music: 7pm, May 28

May 28 - Denver Mountain Area - 20th Annual Idaho Springs Pack Burro Race @ Idaho Springs - Start & Finish in Downtown, 5-6 miles, a great distance for first timers: 10am-6pm

May 28 - Naturita & Nucla Area - Gymkhana Sundays preformed by Tabeguache Trail Riders @ Nucla Rodeo Arena - Join the fun, cheer on your favorite cowhand, stay for dinner, Holy Smokes is serving up some yummy fixins at the snack shack!

May 30 - Walsenburg - Colorado Parks & Wildlife Big Game Season Structure (BGSS) Public Meeting – HUNTERS, we want to hear from you. Attend our public meeting to share your perspective and opinions on possible changes for the 2025-2029 Big Game Season Structure: 6:00-7:30pm, Walsenburg Town Hall @ Lathrop State Park

Colorado Events - June 2023

Jun 1 - Cuchara Valley Area - La Veta Farmers Market @ Outside the La Veta Library - Local Produce, Food Items and Crafts: 3-6pm on Thursdays, May 18-October 19

Jun 2 - Creede - 9th Annual Creede Farmers and Local Artisan Market @ South Main and Wall Streets - Throughout summer we aim to create a community, bring in visitors and support local farmers, crafts people, and artisans: Fridays and one Saturday a month from 8am-2pm, May 25–September 29, 2023

Jun 2 - Del Norte - Monte Vista Main Street Presents Sunflower Market @ Fullenweider Park on 1st Ave, Monte Vista - An assortment of fruits, crafts, vegetables, organic food and local specialties: Fridays from 8am-5pm, June 6–August 25, 2023

Jun 2 - Grand Mesa Area - Outdoor Summer Concert Series @ The Grand Mesa Arts & Event Center in Cedaredge – bring a lawn chair – Bar opens at 5:30 – Music starts at 6pm by Dana Cooper, family friendly, free admission: 5:30-8pm, June 2

Jun 2 - La Junta - Colorado Parks & Wildlife Big Game Season Structure (BGSS) Public Meeting – HUNTERS, we want to hear from you. Attend our public meeting to share your perspective and opinions on possible changes for the 2025-2029 Big Game Season Structure: 6:00-7:30pm, Open House @ Bent County Community Center

Jun 2 - Naturita & Nucla Area - The Grand Loop Groop Ride @ Nucla - 365 miles 100% fully self-supported backcountry bikepacking adventure: June 2-10

Jun 2 - Ouray - Ridgway Farmers Market @ Hartwell Park, Downtown Ridgway - Vendors change weekly: local fruits, vegetables, flowers, plants, meat, eggs, cheese, baked goods, natural body care products, artisan crafts: Fridays from 10am-3pm, May 26-October 13, 2023

Jun 2 - South Fork Area - South Fork Farmers Market @ Visitors Center - support our communities farmers, ranchers, vendors and small businesses: Fridays from 9am-1pm, May 26-September 29, 2023

Jun 2 - Telluride - Telluride Farmers Market @ South Oak Street downtown Telluride - An organic market with quality produce, animal products, prepared food, and artisans of San Miguel County. All of the goods are produced within 100 miles of Telluride: Fridays from 10:30am-3:30pm, June 2–October 13, 2023

Jun 2 - Westcliffe - Beckwith Ranch Roundup @ Historic Beckwith Ranch - 2nd Annual Beckwith Ranch Spring Roundup! Friday Family friendly fundraiser and Saturday features an authentic Chuck Wagon Lunch, exclusive Cattle Barons Dinner, tours of the Ranch, silent auction, and family games: 12-4pm June 2-3

Jun 2 - Westcliffe - Westcliffe Farmers Market @ Jess Price Park - 16th Anniversary at the corner of 4th and Main Street bringing you healthy fresh produce, local food and locally produced art: 9am-1pm June 2 - September 29

Jun 3 - Buena Vista Area - CCFA Buena Vista Summer Farmers Market @ North Railroad Tracks Parking Lot - The Arkansas River Valley is home to expansive ranches and farmland. With its abundant resources, fresh water and mild climate: Saturdays from 9am-1pm, June 3-September 2, 2023

Jun 3 - 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 13-October 21, 2023

Jun 3 - Fort Collins - Fort Collins Trolley Rides @ City Park Depot in Fort Collins - Trolley departs every 30 minutes from the (weather permitting): Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays from 12-5pm, May 6 - October 1, 2023

Jun 3 - Montrose Area - Montrose Summer Farmers Market @ Downtown in Montrose - Started in 1978 and is one of the oldest Farmers Markets in Western Colorado - a gathering of local farmers, ranchers, producers, and artisans of the Western Slope serving the community fresh, local produce, delicious food, live music, kid's activities: Saturdays from 9am-1pm, May 20–October 28, 2023

Jun 3 - Naturita & Nucla Area - Naturita Days Celebration @ Naturita – Live performances for for the whole family: June 3

Jun 3 - Norwood - Norwood Farmers Market @ Grand Avenue & Lucerne - Fruits, vegetables, flowers, herbs in season (organically and conventionally grown), grass-fed beef and pastured pork, farm fresh eggs, artisan baked goods, honey, homemade jams, lavender products, hard shell gourds, handcrafted glass jewelry, hand-spun Alpaca & wool yarn and handmade garments, local silversmith jewelry, handcrafted quilts & sewn items, children's activities, music, cooking & canning demonstrations, flea markets: Saturdays from 9am-1pm, May 20–September 30, 2023

Jun 3 - 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-12pm, June 3-October 21, 2023

Jun 3 - Westcliffe - 14th Annual Alla Prima Westcliffe Plein Air Paintout @ Sangre’s Art Guild - Embrace the Wet Mountain Valley and our National Art Gala Event: June 3-10

Jun 3 - Westcliffe - SJO Sun Observing Hour @ Smokey Jack Observatory - Safely observe the sun through several solar telescopes at the Smokey Jack Observatory: 11am-12pm June 3

Jun 4 - Naturita & Nucla Area - Gymkhana Sundays preformed by Tabeguache Trail Riders @ Nucla Rodeo Arena - Join the fun, cheer on your favorite cowhand, stay for dinner, Holy Smokes is serving up some yummy fixins at the snack shack!

Jun 6 - Kremmling - Colorado Parks & Wildlife Big Game Season Structure (BGSS) Public Meeting – HUNTERS, we want to hear from you. Attend our public meeting to share your perspective and opinions on possible changes for the 2025-2029 Big Game Season Structure: 6:00-7:30pm, Open House @ CSU Extension Hall

Jun 8 - Cuchara Valley Area - La Veta Farmers Market @ Outside the La Veta Library - Local Produce, Food Items and Crafts: 3-6pm on Thursdays, May 18-October 19

Jun 8 - Denver Area - Colorado Parks & Wildlife Big Game Season Structure (BGSS) Public Meeting – HUNTERS, we want to hear from you. Attend our public meeting to share your perspective and opinions on possible changes for the 2025-2029 Big Game Season Structure: 6:00-7:30pm, Open House @ CPW Hunter Education Building

Jun 8 - Glenwood Springs - Colorado Parks & Wildlife Big Game Season Structure (BGSS) Public Meeting – HUNTERS, we want to hear from you. Attend our public meeting to share your perspective and opinions on possible changes for the 2025-2029 Big Game Season Structure: 6:00-7:30pm, Glenwood Springs Town Hall @ Glenwood Springs Rec Center

Jun 8 - Grand Junction - Colorado Parks & Wildlife Big Game Season Structure (BGSS) Public Meeting – HUNTERS, we want to hear from you. Attend our public meeting to share your perspective and opinions on possible changes for the 2025-2029 Big Game Season Structure: 6:00-7:30pm, Open House @ Mesa County Fairgrounds

Jun 8 - Salida - Colorado Parks & Wildlife Big Game Season Structure (BGSS) Public Meeting – HUNTERS, we want to hear from you. Attend our public meeting to share your perspective and opinions on possible changes for the 2025-2029 Big Game Season Structure: 6:00-7:30pm, Open House @ Chaffee County Archery Range & Browns Canyon Bowhunters

Jun 9 - Creede - 9th Annual Creede Farmers and Local Artisan Market @ South Main and Wall Streets - Throughout summer we aim to create a community, bring in visitors and support local farmers, crafts people, and artisans: Fridays and one Saturday a month from 8am-2pm, May 25–September 29, 2023

Jun 9 - Crystal River Valley - Marble Gem and Mineral Show @ Marble Campground - We kick off summer 2023 with Chakra Balancing Meditation, dazzling display of gems, minerals, jewelry, and 15+ Vendors selling gems and art alone with a talented array of local and national performers. Free and open to the public: 10am-4pm June 9-11, 2023

Jun 9 - Del Norte - Monte Vista Main Street Presents Sunflower Market @ Fullenweider Park on 1st Ave, Monte Vista - An assortment of fruits, crafts, vegetables, organic food and local specialties: Fridays from 8am-5pm, June 6–August 25, 2023

Jun 9 - Grand Mesa Area - Outdoor Summer Concert Series @ The Grand Mesa Arts & Event Center in Cedaredge – bring a lawn chair – Bar opens at 5:30 – Music starts at 6pm by Cup a Jo, family friendly, free admission: 5:30-8pm, June 9

Jun 9 - Ouray - Ridgway Farmers Market @ Hartwell Park, Downtown Ridgway - Vendors change weekly: local fruits, vegetables, flowers, plants, meat, eggs, cheese, baked goods, natural body care products, artisan crafts: Fridays from 10am-3pm, May 26-October 13, 2023

Jun 9 - South Fork Area - South Fork Farmers Market @ Visitors Center - support our communities farmers, ranchers, vendors and small businesses: Fridays from 9am-1pm, May 26-September 29, 2023

Jun 9 - Telluride - Telluride Farmers Market @ South Oak Street downtown Telluride - An organic market with quality produce, animal products, prepared food, and artisans of San Miguel County. All of the goods are produced within 100 miles of Telluride: Fridays from 10:30am-3:30pm, June 2–October 13, 2023

Jun 9 - Westcliffe - Westcliffe Farmers Market @ Jess Price Park - 16th Anniversary at the corner of 4th and Main Street bringing you healthy fresh produce, local food and locally produced art: 9am-1pm June 2 - September 29

Jun 10 - Buena Vista Area - CCFA Buena Vista Summer Farmers Market @ North Railroad Tracks Parking Lot - The Arkansas River Valley is home to expansive ranches and farmland. With its abundant resources, fresh water and mild climate: Saturdays from 9am-1pm, June 3-September 2, 2023

Jun 10 - Creede - Donkey Dash Pack Burro Race @ Creede - A 10 mile loop through the historic Creede Mining District. Plus mini donkey races on Main Street: 8:30am-6pm

Jun 10 - Cuchara Valley Area - Arvel Bird, Native American Celtic Musician @ Francisco Fort Museum - “Celtic Indian” a reflection of his mixed American Indian and Celtic heritages playing violin, fiddle, Native flutes and Irish whistles: TBA June 10

Jun 10 - 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 13-October 21, 2023

Jun 10 - Fort Collins - Fort Collins Trolley Rides @ City Park Depot in Fort Collins - Trolley departs every 30 minutes from the (weather permitting): Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays from 12-5pm, May 6 - October 1, 2023

Jun 10 - Gunnison - Gunnison Farmers Market @ Downtown Gunnison at Main and Virginia Streets - Seasonal outdoor market featuring Colorado produced fruit, vegetables, meat, milk, eggs, cheese, baked goods, arts and crafts. Live local entertainment in the adjacent park: Saturdays from 9:30am-1pm, June 10–October 21, 2023

Jun 10 - Montrose Area - Montrose Summer Farmers Market @ Downtown in Montrose - Started in 1978 and is one of the oldest Farmers Markets in Western Colorado - a gathering of local farmers, ranchers, producers, and artisans of the Western Slope serving the community fresh, local produce, delicious food, live music, kid's activities: Saturdays from 9am-1pm, May 20–October 28, 2023

Jun 10 - Naturita & Nucla Area - West End Annual 4X4 Jeep Tour Start in Nucla – A 4X4 Jeep Tour held in the West End of Montrose County. This Tour takes you through Nucla, Bedrock, Paradox, Naturita and Redvale: June 10

Jun 10 - Norwood - Norwood Farmers Market @ Grand Avenue & Lucerne - Fruits, vegetables, flowers, herbs in season (organically and conventionally grown), grass-fed beef and pastured pork, farm fresh eggs, artisan baked goods, honey, homemade jams, lavender products, hard shell gourds, handcrafted glass jewelry, hand-spun Alpaca & wool yarn and handmade garments, local silversmith jewelry, handcrafted quilts & sewn items, children's activities, music, cooking & canning demonstrations, flea markets: Saturdays from 9am-1pm, May 20–September 30, 2023

Jun 10 - 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-12pm, June 3-October 21, 2023

Jun 10 - Westcliffe - SJO Sun Observing Hour @ Smokey Jack Observatory - Safely observe the sun through several solar telescopes at the Smokey Jack Observatory: 11am-12pm June 10

Jun 10 - Westcliffe - SJO Public Star Party @ Smokey Jack Observatory - A two hour open house to view the celestial sky. Weather permitting: 9-11pm June 10

Jun 11 - Naturita & Nucla Area - Gymkhana Sundays preformed by Tabeguache Trail Riders @ Nucla Rodeo Arena - Join the fun, cheer on your favorite cowhand, stay for dinner, Holy Smokes is serving up some yummy fixins at the snack shack!

Jun 12 - Montrose Area - Colorado Parks & Wildlife Big Game Season Structure (BGSS) Public Meeting – HUNTERS, we want to hear from you. Attend our public meeting to share your perspective and opinions on possible changes for the 2025-2029 Big Game Season Structure: 6:00-7:30pm, Montrose Town Hall @ Montrose Police Department Community Room

Jun 15 - Cuchara Valley Area - La Veta Farmers Market @ Outside the La Veta Library - Local Produce, Food Items and Crafts: 3-6pm on Thursdays, May 18-October 19

Jun 15 - Del Norte - Colorado Parks & Wildlife Big Game Season Structure (BGSS) Public Meeting – HUNTERS, we want to hear from you. Attend our public meeting to share your perspective and opinions on possible changes for the 2025-2029 Big Game Season Structure: 6:00-7:30pm, Monte Vista Town Hall @ Ski Hi Complex

Jun 15 - Fort Collins - Bird Conservancy Block Party @ Odell Brewing - New event brings together bird lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, community leaders from throughout Fort Collins and beyond to celebrate our feathered friends: Thursday from 5:30-7:30pm, June 15, 2023

Jun 15 - Loveland Area - Colorado Parks & Wildlife Big Game Season Structure (BGSS) Public Meeting – HUNTERS, we want to hear from you. Attend our public meeting to share your perspective and opinions on possible changes for the 2025-2029 Big Game Season Structure: 6:00-7:30pm, Loveland Town Hall @ Scheels

Jun 15 - Telluride - 50th Annual Telluride Bluegrass Festival @ Town Park: Jun 15-18

Jun 16 - Creede - 9th Annual Creede Farmers and Local Artisan Market @ South Main and Wall Streets - Throughout summer we aim to create a community, bring in visitors and support local farmers, crafts people, and artisans: Fridays and one Saturday a month from 8am-2pm, May 25–September 29, 2023

Jun 16 - Del Norte - Monte Vista Main Street Presents Sunflower Market @ Fullenweider Park on 1st Ave, Monte Vista - An assortment of fruits, crafts, vegetables, organic food and local specialties: Fridays from 8am-5pm, June 6–August 25, 2023

Jun 16 - Grand Mesa Area - Outdoor Summer Concert Series @ The Grand Mesa Arts & Event Center in Cedaredge – bring a lawn chair – Bar opens at 5:30 – Music starts at 6pm by Ken Gaines, family friendly, free admission: 5:30-8pm, June 16

Jun 16 - Greenhorn Valley - Sonic Bloom Festival @ Hummingbird Ranch - One of The Longest-Running Music Festivals in Colorado - A Mecca for Electronic and Jam Band Fans Alike: June 16-19

Jun 16 - Ouray - Ridgway Farmers Market @ Hartwell Park, Downtown Ridgway - Vendors change weekly: local fruits, vegetables, flowers, plants, meat, eggs, cheese, baked goods, natural body care products, artisan crafts: Fridays from 10am-3pm, May 26-October 13, 2023

Jun 16 - South Fork Area - South Fork Farmers Market @ Visitors Center - support our communities farmers, ranchers, vendors and small businesses: Fridays from 9am-1pm, May 26-September 29, 2023

Jun 16 - Telluride - Telluride Farmers Market @ South Oak Street downtown Telluride - An organic market with quality produce, animal products, prepared food, and artisans of San Miguel County. All of the goods are produced within 100 miles of Telluride: Fridays from 10:30am-3:30pm, June 2–October 13, 2023

Jun 16 - Westcliffe - WCPA Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure @ Historic Jones Theater: Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure follows the adventures of the Duke of Vienna, who announces he is leaving on a foreign mission: 7pm June 16

Jun 16 - Westcliffe - Westcliffe Farmers Market @ Jess Price Park - 16th Anniversary at the corner of 4th and Main Street bringing you healthy fresh produce, local food and locally produced art: 9am-1pm June 2 - September 29

Jun 17 - Buena Vista Area - CCFA Buena Vista Summer Farmers Market @ North Railroad Tracks Parking Lot - The Arkansas River Valley is home to expansive ranches and farmland. With its abundant resources, fresh water and mild climate: Saturdays from 9am-1pm, June 3-September 2, 2023

Jun 17 - 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 13-October 21, 2023

Jun 17 - Durango - 4th Annual BurroFest @ Downtown Mancos – Grand Burro Parade, obstacle course competition (costumed burros negotiate challenges), 12 artists many inspired by “their” burro on Grand Ave, burros at Camp Mustang corner, music, food truck, grab-and-go restaurants; sponsored by Mancos Creative District (MCD): Saturday from 10am-3pm, June 17th, 2023

Jun 17 - Fort Collins - Fort Collins Trolley Rides @ City Park Depot in Fort Collins - Trolley departs every 30 minutes from the (weather permitting): Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays from 12-5pm, May 6 - October 1, 2023

Jun 17 - Gunnison - Gunnison Farmers Market @ Downtown Gunnison at Main and Virginia Streets - Seasonal outdoor market featuring Colorado produced fruit, vegetables, meat, milk, eggs, cheese, baked goods, arts and crafts. Live local entertainment in the adjacent park: Saturdays from 9:30am-1pm, June 10–October 21, 2023

Jun 17 - Mesa Verde Area - 4th Annual BurroFest @ Downtown Mancos – Grand Burro Parade, obstacle course competition (costumed burros negotiate challenges), 12 artists many inspired by “their” burro on Grand Ave, burros at Camp Mustang corner, music, food truck, grab-and-go restaurants; sponsored by Mancos Creative District (MCD): Saturday from 10am-3pm, June 17th, 2023

Jun 17 - Montrose Area - Montrose Summer Farmers Market @ Downtown in Montrose - Started in 1978 and is one of the oldest Farmers Markets in Western Colorado - a gathering of local farmers, ranchers, producers, and artisans of the Western Slope serving the community fresh, local produce, delicious food, live music, kid's activities: Saturdays from 9am-1pm, May 20–October 28, 2023

Jun 17 - Norwood - Norwood Farmers Market @ Grand Avenue & Lucerne - Fruits, vegetables, flowers, herbs in season (organically and conventionally grown), grass-fed beef and pastured pork, farm fresh eggs, artisan baked goods, honey, homemade jams, lavender products, hard shell gourds, handcrafted glass jewelry, hand-spun Alpaca & wool yarn and handmade garments, local silversmith jewelry, handcrafted quilts & sewn items, children's activities, music, cooking & canning demonstrations, flea markets: Saturdays from 9am-1pm, May 20–September 30, 2023

Jun 17 - 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-12pm, June 3-October 21, 2023

Jun 17 - Westcliffe - SJO Sun Observing Hour @ Smokey Jack Observatory - Safely observe the sun through several solar telescopes at the Smokey Jack Observatory: 11am-12pm June 17

Jun 17 - Westcliffe - SJO Electronic Assisted Astronomy (EAA) Star Party @ Smokey Jack Observatory - View live images on a 10 foot outdoor screen in the amphitheater outside the Smokey Jack Observatory Seating is limited: 9:30-11:30pm June 17

Jun 18 - Aspen & Snowmass Village - Basalt Sunday Market in Downtown @ Lion's Park and Midland Spur Rd - Fresh produce, fine crafts, prepared food, and creative activity in a spirited environment: Sundays from 10am-2pm, June 18–September 24, 2023

Jun 18 - Naturita & Nucla Area - Gymkhana Sundays preformed by Tabeguache Trail Riders @ Nucla Rodeo Arena - Join the fun, cheer on your favorite cowhand, stay for dinner, Holy Smokes is serving up some yummy fixins at the snack shack!

Jun 20 - Vail Area - Colorado Parks & Wildlife Big Game Season Structure (BGSS) Public Meeting – HUNTERS, we want to hear from you. Attend our public meeting to share your perspective and opinions on possible changes for the 2025-2029 Big Game Season Structure: 6:00-7:30pm, Eagle Town Hall @ Eagle Valley Library

Jun 22 - Cuchara Valley Area - La Veta Farmers Market @ Outside the La Veta Library - Local Produce, Food Items and Crafts: 3-6pm on Thursdays, May 18-October 19

Jun 22 - Gunnison - Colorado Parks & Wildlife Big Game Season Structure (BGSS) Public Meeting – HUNTERS, we want to hear from you. Attend our public meeting to share your perspective and opinions on possible changes for the 2025-2029 Big Game Season Structure: 6:00-7:30pm, Gunnison Town Hall @ Fred Field Center

Jun 23 - Creede - 9th Annual Creede Farmers and Local Artisan Market @ South Main and Wall Streets - Throughout summer we aim to create a community, bring in visitors and support local farmers, crafts people, and artisans: Fridays and one Saturday a month from 8am-2pm, May 25–September 29, 2023

Jun 23 - Del Norte - Monte Vista Main Street Presents Sunflower Market @ Fullenweider Park on 1st Ave, Monte Vista - An assortment of fruits, crafts, vegetables, organic food and local specialties: Fridays from 8am-5pm, June 6–August 25, 2023

Jun 23 - Grand Mesa Area - Outdoor Summer Concert Series @ The Grand Mesa Arts & Event Center in Cedaredge – bring a lawn chair – Bar opens at 5:30 – Music starts at 6pm by the Last Spike, family friendly, free admission: 5:30-8pm, June 23

Jun 23 - Ouray - Ridgway Farmers Market @ Hartwell Park, Downtown Ridgway - Vendors change weekly: local fruits, vegetables, flowers, plants, meat, eggs, cheese, baked goods, natural body care products, artisan crafts: Fridays from 10am-3pm, May 26-October 13, 2023

Jun 23 - South Fork Area - South Fork Farmers Market @ Visitors Center - support our communities farmers, ranchers, vendors and small businesses: Fridays from 9am-1pm, May 26-September 29, 2023

Jun 23 - Telluride - Telluride Farmers Market @ South Oak Street downtown Telluride - An organic market with quality produce, animal products, prepared food, and artisans of San Miguel County. All of the goods are produced within 100 miles of Telluride: Fridays from 10:30am-3:30pm, June 2–October 13, 2023

Jun 23 - Westcliffe - Westcliffe Farmers Market @ Jess Price Park - 16th Anniversary at the corner of 4th and Main Street bringing you healthy fresh produce, local food and locally produced art: 9am-1pm June 2 - September 29

Jun 24 - Buena Vista Area - CCFA Buena Vista Summer Farmers Market @ North Railroad Tracks Parking Lot - The Arkansas River Valley is home to expansive ranches and farmland. With its abundant resources, fresh water and mild climate: Saturdays from 9am-1pm, June 3-September 2, 2023

Jun 24 - Cuchara Valley Area - Fiberfest & Market with Huajatolla Heritage Foundation @ Francisco Fort Museum – Join us for weaving, knitting, felting, dyeing, and embroidery demonstrations along with Fiber and Fiber Art Market: 10am-5pm, June 24

Jun 24 - 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 13-October 21, 2023

Jun 24 - Fort Collins - Fort Collins Trolley Rides @ City Park Depot in Fort Collins - Trolley departs every 30 minutes from the (weather permitting): Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays from 12-5pm, May 6 - October 1, 2023

Jun 24 - Gunnison - Gunnison Farmers Market @ Downtown Gunnison at Main and Virginia Streets - Seasonal outdoor market featuring Colorado produced fruit, vegetables, meat, milk, eggs, cheese, baked goods, arts and crafts. Live local entertainment in the adjacent park: Saturdays from 9:30am-1pm, June 10–October 21, 2023

Jun 24 - Montrose Area - Montrose Summer Farmers Market @ Downtown in Montrose - Started in 1978 and is one of the oldest Farmers Markets in Western Colorado - a gathering of local farmers, ranchers, producers, and artisans of the Western Slope serving the community fresh, local produce, delicious food, live music, kid's activities: Saturdays from 9am-1pm, May 20–October 28, 2023

Jun 24 - Norwood - Norwood Farmers Market @ Grand Avenue & Lucerne - Fruits, vegetables, flowers, herbs in season (organically and conventionally grown), grass-fed beef and pastured pork, farm fresh eggs, artisan baked goods, honey, homemade jams, lavender products, hard shell gourds, handcrafted glass jewelry, hand-spun Alpaca & wool yarn and handmade garments, local silversmith jewelry, handcrafted quilts & sewn items, children's activities, music, cooking & canning demonstrations, flea markets: Saturdays from 9am-1pm, May 20–September 30, 2023

Jun 24 - Pagosa Springs Area - 14th Pagosa Farmers Market @ Eastside Market - Direct from Growers & Producers to you fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables and locally produced meats, tamales, breads, honey, jams, jellies, herbal products, seedlings, baked goods (including gluten free), jewelry, art, photography, sculpture, alpaca socks and yarn, soaps: Saturdays from 9am-1pm, June 24–September 23, 2023

Jun 24 - 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-12pm, June 3-October 21, 2023

Jun 25 - Aspen & Snowmass Village - Basalt Sunday Market in Downtown @ Lion's Park and Midland Spur Rd - Fresh produce, fine crafts, prepared food, and creative activity in a spirited environment: Sundays from 10am-2pm, June 18–September 24, 2023

Jun 25 - Naturita & Nucla Area - Gymkhana Sundays preformed by Tabeguache Trail Riders @ Nucla Rodeo Arena - Join the fun, cheer on your favorite cowhand, stay for dinner, Holy Smokes is serving up some yummy fixins at the snack shack!

Jun 26 - Westcliffe - SJO “Lunatic” Lunar Observing @ Smokey Jack Observatory - Observe the large round object that circles the Earth and that shines at night by reflecting light from the Sun: 9:30-11pm June 26

Jun 27 - Meeker - Colorado Parks & Wildlife Big Game Season Structure (BGSS) Public Meeting – HUNTERS, we want to hear from you. Attend our public meeting to share your perspective and opinions on possible changes for the 2025-2029 Big Game Season Structure: 6:00-7:30pm, Open House @ Meeker Fire Department

Jun 29 - Cuchara Valley Area - La Veta Farmers Market @ Outside the La Veta Library - Local Produce, Food Items and Crafts: 3-6pm on Thursdays, May 18-October 19

Jun 29 - Sterling - Colorado Parks & Wildlife Big Game Season Structure (BGSS) Public Meeting – HUNTERS, we want to hear from you. Attend our public meeting to share your perspective and opinions on possible changes for the 2025-2029 Big Game Season Structure: 6:00-7:30pm, Sterling Town Hall @ Northeastern Junior College

Jun 30 - Creede - 9th Annual Creede Farmers and Local Artisan Market @ South Main and Wall Streets - Throughout summer we aim to create a community, bring in visitors and support local farmers, crafts people, and artisans: Fridays and one Saturday a month from 8am-2pm, May 25–September 29, 2023

Jun 30 - Del Norte - Monte Vista Main Street Presents Sunflower Market @ Fullenweider Park on 1st Ave, Monte Vista - An assortment of fruits, crafts, vegetables, organic food and local specialties: Fridays from 8am-5pm, June 6–August 25, 2023

Jun 30 - Grand Mesa Area - Outdoor Summer Concert Series @ The Grand Mesa Arts & Event Center in Cedaredge – bring a lawn chair – Bar opens at 5:30 – Music starts at 6pm by Havilah Rand, family friendly, free admission: 5:30-8pm, June 30

Jun 30 - Naturita & Nucla Area - Nucla Water Days Celebration - A weekend packed full of fun! Friday night ice-cream social, Saturday morning pancake breakfast, Main Street Parade, games, music, and evening Fireworks: Jun 30-Jul 1

Jun 30 - Naturita & Nucla Area - Nucla Round Up: During Water Days Celebration - Jun 30-Jul 2

Jun 30 - Ouray - Ridgway Farmers Market @ Hartwell Park, Downtown Ridgway - Vendors change weekly: local fruits, vegetables, flowers, plants, meat, eggs, cheese, baked goods, natural body care products, artisan crafts: Fridays from 10am-3pm, May 26-October 13, 2023

Jun 30 - Telluride - Telluride Farmers Market @ South Oak Street downtown Telluride - An organic market with quality produce, animal products, prepared food, and artisans of San Miguel County. All of the goods are produced within 100 miles of Telluride: Fridays from 10:30am-3:30pm, June 2–October 13, 2023

Jun 30 - Westcliffe - Westcliffe Farmers Market @ Jess Price Park - 16th Anniversary at the corner of 4th and Main Street bringing you healthy fresh produce, local food and locally produced art: 9am-1pm June 2 - September 29


Colorado Towns with Calendars of Events

Alamosa - Includes Blanca, Capulin, Center, Fort Garland, Hooper, Mosca, San Luis, SanfordSand Dunes with wildflowers near Alamosa, Colorado.
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 Eads, Springfield, Campo
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

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