Only Minutes From Black Canyon National Park, the city of Montrose is Worth a Deeper Look.

Only Minutes From Black Canyon National Park, the city of Montrose is Worth a Deeper Look.


Black Canyon Ascent, May 14th. Dubbed Colorado's Toughest Road Race, the Black Canyon Ascent starts at the turn-off to the Black Canyon National Park, at the intersection of US Highway 50 and Colorado 347, just 6 mileseast of Montrose, Colorado. As you wind your way up to the Black Canyon National Park, you'll take in gorgeous vistas and breathtaking scenery.

Montrose Wine & Food Festival, May 14-15, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Historic Downtown Montrose
BBQ - Beer, Bubbles and Bar-B-Que

Mission to Ride, May 15, 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Join us for a wonderful spring cycling event in Montrose, CO! This is a non-competitive bicycling tour for riders of all abilities. Road and mountain routes are offered.

Main In Motion, June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - July 7, 14 21, 28 August 4, 11, 18, 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM.  Main Street in Historic Downtown Montrose. Extended store hours and special sales are just a couple of reasons why shopper love this award-winning series of events. Regional artisans and musicians also line Main Street to perform and display their works of art.

Tribute to Western Movies Day, June 18, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Museum of the Mountain West.
There will be presentations by Chris Enss, nonfiction writer of such books as: “Hearts West: True Stories of Mail Order Brides”, and “The Cowboy & the Senorita: A biography of Roy Rogers & Dale Evans” (soon to be a movie with Clint Black) and Dr. Jim Kornberg, non-fiction writer on medical myths of the old west. Panel discussions by celebrities from The Virginian and old western movies, including James Drury and Alex Cord will follow the presentations. Activities on the grounds will include local musicians, food, arts & craft vendors, blacksmithing, flint knapping, silent auction, and much more. Many movie artifacts will be on display. All of the museum exhibits will be open for viewing.

Tribute to Western Movies Day presents country western singer, Lynn Anderson., June 19, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Montrose Pavilion. On Sunday afternoon, June 19th, there will be a concert at the Montrose Pavilion performed by country western singer, Lynn Anderson, of “I Never Promised You a Rose Garden” fame. She has performed for four US Presidents and the Queen of England.

Black Canyon Quilt Show, July 8-9, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Montrose Pavilion. Colorado Celebrates - Quilts from the Hearts

Night Vision July 2012

Montrose County Fair & Rodeo July 2012

Main in Motion (Thursdays) August 2012
5:30pm - 8:30pm. Main Street in historic downtown Montrose. Extended store hours and special sales are just a couple of reasons why shoppers love this award winning series of events. Regional artisans and musicians also line Main Street to perform and display their works of art.

Historical Depot Celebration August 2012

Olathe Sweet Corn Festival August 2012

19th Annual Antiques & Collectibles Show September 2012

Montrose Indian Nations Pow Wow, September 23-25, 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM. Friendship Hall at the Montrose County Fairgrounds

From rich culture and sumptuous restaurants to dramatic views and thrilling family activities, Montrose is a unique blend of manmade charm and natural beauty. Here, adventure isn't a neatly packaged sales pitch. It's a deeply ingrained fact of everyday life. But then, what else would you expect from a town that claims a 2,700-foot-deep canyon as its neighbor? Located just a few miles down the road, The Black Canyon National Park is a breathtaking example of nature at her most dramatic. Fishing, hiking, rock climbing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, camping and more - it's filled with adventure for explorers of all ages. Whether you'd like to get up-close with nature or simply want to get away for a memorable weekend, take a deeper look at Montrose. You never know what you might see.