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THIS WEEK IN COLORADO SUMMER 2009 |  | | | | We’ve assembled a complete list of events for you to see what’s going on when you plan your Colorado Vacation. If you have addional events to submit, please send to
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| Week starts on Monday and goes through Sunday
Click to visit our This Week In Colorado Winter Edition here. | | | | | Grand Junction - Fruita Fat Tire Festival April 23-26, 2009
970.858.7220 • www.emgcolorado.com Grand Junction -Spring Barrel Tasting April 25-26 & May 16-17, 2009
970.244.1480 • www.visitgrandjunction.com | | Canon City - 137th Annual Royal Gorge Rodeo May 1-2 Fremont County Rodeo Grounds Canon City - 71st Annual Music & Blossom Festival May 1-3 ccblossomfestival.com Canon City - 62nd Annual Blossom Fine Art Competition & Sale May 2-31 Denver - Cinco de Mayo Celebration May 2-3, 2009. The nation's largest celebration of its kind.
800.2DENVER • www.VISITDENVER.com Durango - Durango Wine Experience April 30-May 2 Durango - Annual Narrow Gauge Days May 1 Estes Park - Estes Park Duck Race May 2, 2009 Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 | | Canon City - 62nd Annual Blossom Fine Art Competition & Sale May 2-31 Canon City - 5th Annual Brew Ha Ha May 9 Veterans Park Delta County - North Fork Sheep Camp Stock Dog Trials - Hotchkiss, May 8-10, 2009 970.872.3226 Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Gateway - 4th Annual Classic Auto Fest May 9, 2009 Grand Junction -Downtown Art & Jazz Festival May 8-10, 2009
970.245.9697 • www.downtowngj.org | | Canon City - 62nd Annual Blossom Fine Art Competition & Sale May 2-31 Canon City - VMCCA Car Show May 16 The Abbey Grounds Canon City - US 50 Coast to Coast Yard Sale May 16-17 Durango - Taste of Durango May 17 Estes Park - Jazz Fest & Art Walk May 16-17, 2009, 2 days of FREE great jazz at the outdoor amphitheater at Performance Park accompanied by a self-guided Art Walk of Estes Park galleries.
970.577.9900 • 800.44.ESTES Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Grand Junction -Spring Barrel Tasting April 25-26 & May 16-17, 2009
970.244.1480 • www.visitgrandjunction.com Pagosa Springs - San Juan River Rod Run Car Show May 15-17th 2009 Pueblo - Wild Wild West Fest - May 13-17
The five-day event will be anchored by a nationally televised Built
Ford Tough Series professional bull riding competition.
719.542.1704 • www.pbrnow.com Vail - Vail Whitewater Park Kayak Demos
May 19, 26 & June 2, 9, 16, 2009 Gore Creek Whitewater Park Buena Vista/Salida - PaddleFest May 15-17, 2009 Buena Vista/Salida -Annual Arkansas River Clean Up/Green Up May 16-18, 2009 | | Beaver Creek - Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival May 23-24, 2009 Canon City - 62nd Annual Blossom Fine Art Competition & Sale May 2-31 Colorado Springs - Territory Days Celebration May 23-25, 2009 Old Colorado City Durango - Iron Horse Bicycle Classic May 23-25 Estes Park - Estes Park Antiques & Collectables Show May 23-24, 2008 An annual sale of special finds at more than 55 booths. $1 admission. 970.577.9900 • 800.44.ESTES Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Frisco - Proposed Opening of Island Grill May 24, 2009 Grand Junction -Junior College Baseball World Series May 23-30, 2009
970.245.9166 • www.jucogj.org Telluride - Mountainfilm in Telluride May 22-25 Return to Top | | Canon City - 62nd Annual Blossom Fine Art Competition & Sale May 2-31 Canon City - 3rd Annual Cañon City Western Heritage Days May 29-31 Colorado Springs - U.S. Air Force Academy Graduation May 27, 2009 Falcon Stadium Durango - Iron Horse Bicycle Classic May 23-25 Denver - Annual Downtown Denver Festival of the Arts, May 22-25
Nothing paints a better picture of fun than a festival filled with more than 150 of Colorado's most esteemed artists. This popular art event formally known as the Colorado Arts Festival will showcase paintings, sculpture, photography, glasswork, woodwork and more. Because each artist will be on-site, visitors also have the opportunity to speak one-on-one with the creators of the works on display. www.downtowndenverartsfestival.com Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Glenwood Springs - US Team Trials Freestyle Kayak Competition May 29-31, 2009
The Glenwood Whitewater Park will be the site of the 2009 Freestyle Kayaking U.S. Team Trials which lead to the 2009 World Championships. 970.945.6589 • glenwoodchamber.com Glenwood Springs - Operation Vacation Yagatta Regatta May 30-31, 2009 The 7th annual Yagatta Regatta expands to two days this year at Two Rivers Park to include and celebrate the selection of Glenwood Springs as the site for the 2009 US Freestyle Kayaking Team Trials. Yagatta Regatta rafting teams compete to finish first while raising money to support Operation Vacation, a grassroots, non-profit whose purpose is to reunite deserving soldiers with their families on free vacations here in the Roaring Fork Valley and elsewhere. The 2-day event includes a costume contest, kid’s activities, games and prizes, food, bands and brews. coloradoyagattaregatta.com. Ouray - Environmental Education Lecture Series & Nature Detectives
May 25 - Sept. 7 (every Fri. & Sat. evening)
Perfect for the kids, every Saturday morning at Ridgway State Park Pagosa Springs - Fiber Festival May 30-31st, 2009 Pueblo -The Greenway & Nature Center's Bluegrass on the River - May 29-31
719.549.2414 • www.gncp.org Vail - Vail Whitewater Park Kayak Demos
May 19, 26 & June 2, 9, 16, 2009 Gore Creek Whitewater Park Return to Top | | Breckenridge - Summer Music June-August 2009
The newly renovated Riverwalk Center offers over 40 classical and nonclassical concerts including performances by the National Repertory Orchestra, Breckenridge Music Festival and other performances that include jazz, show tunes, children’s concerts, rock ‘n’ roll and more! 970.547.3100 Breckenridge - Main Street Performances June-September 2009
Get into the Blue! Catch a variety of free afternoon entertainment
in the Blue River Plaza every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through September! Performances will include music, art, sports, history and interactive children’s activities. 877.864.0868
Canon City - Entertainment in the Park June, Every Tuesday Veterans Park Crested Butte - Sundays @ 7 in Gunnison - FREE Summer Concerts
June 7-August 2, 2009 970.641.4029 Denver - La Piazza dell'Arte June 6-7, 2009, Artists transform Denver's Larimer Square into a beautiful street museum of bright and colorful chalk art images. 303.685.8143 • www.larimerarts.org/la_piazza_dell_arte.html Denver - Capitol Hill People's Fair, June 6-7
Experience Denver's most eclectic neighborhood festival in Civic Center Park. Features include live entertainment on multiple stages, hundreds of arts and crafts booths and a food bazaar. 303-830-1651; www.peoplesfair.com Denver - City Park Jazz Summer Concert Series, June 7-August 9
Every Sunday evening Denverites prepare for the work week by relaxing and listening to jazz in at the historic City Park Pavilion. 303-744-1004; http://cityparkjazz.org Denver - PrideFest June 27-28, 2009. One of the nation's top 10 GLBT events in the country.303.934.8045 • www.denverpridefest.org Durango - Vallecito Lake Chamber Fishing Tournament June 5-7
Enjoy a day on the Lake fishing, eating and having fun.
970.769.0309 • www.vallecitolakechamber.com Durango - 32nd Annual Fun in the Sun Arts & Crafts Fair June 5-7 Durango - Crossroads Durango Pro Rodeo Series June 6, 13, 20, 27 Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Frisco - Marina Season Opener June 6, 2009 Frisco Bay Marina Glenwood Springs - 57th Annual MG Car Club Rallye June 5 through 7, 2009 Two Rivers Park will host the Annual Rallye sponsored by the MG Car Club, Rocky Mountain Centre. Fun and challenging competitions with a time-speed distance rally, a mountain tour, a Funkahana driving contest, and a Sunday morning car show. mgcc.org Glenwood Springs-Summer of Jazz Wednesday Evenings in June & July
Bring a picnic and listen to free outdoor concerts at Two Rivers Park. 970.945.6589 • summerofjazz.com Granby Farmers Market Granby Every Friday from June 5-Oct. 2 Ouray - Environmental Education Lecture Series & Nature Detectives
May 25 - Sept. 7 (every Fri. & Sat. evening)
Perfect for the kids, every Saturday morning at Ridgway State Park Pagosa Springs - Pagosa Folk n' Bluegrass Festival June 5-7th 2009 Pueblo -Historic Arkansas Riverwalk of Pueblo's 9th Annual Boats, Blues & BBQ - June 5-6
719.595.0242 • www.puebloharp.com Snowmass - 6th Annual Snowmass Chili Pepper & Brew Fest June 5-7, 2009 Steamboat Springs - 28th Annual Steamboat Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K June 7 Telluride - Jazz Celebration June 4-7 Telluride - Wild West Fest June 6-13 Vail - Vail Whitewater Park Kayak Demos
May 19, 26 & June 2, 9, 16, 2009 Gore Creek Whitewater Park Vail - TEVA Mountain Games & IFSC World Cup Climbing June 4-7 Vail - Hot Summer Nights Concert Series June 2009
Tuesday evenings, Gerald Ford Amphitheater Aspen - Bluegrass Sundays June-August 2009, FREE open air concerts atop Aspen Mountain. Gondola ticket required. Aspen - Theater Aspen (formerly Aspen Theatre in the Park) June-Aug., 2009 970.925.9313
www.theatreaspen.org Return to Top | | Breckenridge - Summer Music June-August 2009
The newly renovated Riverwalk Center offers over 40 classical and nonclassical concerts including performances by the National Repertory Orchestra, Breckenridge Music Festival and other performances that include jazz, show tunes, children’s concerts, rock ‘n’ roll and more! 970.547.3100 Breckenridge - Main Street Performances June-September 2009
Get into the Blue! Catch a variety of free afternoon entertainment
in the Blue River Plaza every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through September! Performances will include music, art, sports, history and interactive children’s activities. 877.864.0868 Breckenridge - Festival of Film June 11-14, 2009
In its 27th year, the Breckenridge Festival of Film celebrates the art and craft of filmmaking. Each year, a unique and varied array of independent films, premieres, receptions, educational programs and retrospectives honoring featured guests takes place high in the Colorado Rockies. 970.453.6200
Canon City - Entertainment in the Park June, Every Tuesday Veterans Park Canon City - Royal Gorge "Holy Smoke" BBQ Showdown June 12-13 Crested Butte - Sundays @ 7 in Gunnison - FREE Summer Concerts
June 7-August 2, 2009 970.641.4029 Crested Butte - Bayou in the Butte June 13-14, 2009 970.349.7401 Delta County - Crawford Pioneer Days - Crawford June 11-14, 2009 970.921.4000 Denver - City Park Jazz Summer Concert Series, June 7-August 9
Every Sunday evening Denverites prepare for the work week by relaxing and listening to jazz in at the historic City Park Pavilion. 303-744-1004; http://cityparkjazz.org Durango - Lucky Seven Rodeo June 10, 17, 24 Durango - Crossroads Durango Pro Rodeo Series June 6, 13, 20, 27 Durango - Animas River Days June 13-16 Estes Park - Wool Market June 13-14, 2009 16th annual fiber festival with 2 days of exhibits, demonstrations, competitions & vendor booths. 970.577.9900 • 800.44.ESTES
www.estesparkcvb.com/events.cfm Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Frisco - 33rd Annual Run the Rockies June 13 10K Downhill & 1/2 Marathon Gateway -Off Road Rendezvous June 11-14, 2009 Glenwood Springs -Summer of Jazz Wednesday Evenings in June & July
Bring a picnic and listen to free outdoor concerts at Two Rivers Park. 970.945.6589 • summerofjazz.com Glenwood Springs - Ride The Rockies 24th Annual Colorado Bicycle June 13 through 19, 2009 Two thousand cyclists will begin and end their 380-mile loop in Glenwood Springs. Riders on past Ride The Rockies tours have varied in age from 7- to 85-years-old and have represented all 50 states and 18 foreign countries. ridetherockies.com Glenwood Springs - 32nd Annual Strawberry Shortcut June 14, 2009
5-K and 10-K run and family fun run through beautiful Glenwood Springs. 970-945-6589, active.com Granby Farmers Market Granby Every Friday from June 5-Oct. 2 Ouray - Environmental Education Lecture Series & Nature Detectives
May 25 - Sept. 7 (every Fri. & Sat. evening)
Perfect for the kids, every Saturday morning at Ridgway State Park Ouray - Taste of Ouray June 10
Tantalizing, delicious samplings of local cuisine, music and beverages! Come give your taste buds a real treat! Ouray Community Center, 320 6th Ave. Info: 970.325.4746 Telluride - Wild West Fest June 6-13 Telluride - Telluride Heritage Festival June 12-14 Vail - Vail Whitewater Park Kayak Demos
May 19, 26 & June 2, 9, 16, 2009 Gore Creek Whitewater Park Vail - Colorado Children's Chorale June 13, 2009 Ford Park Vail - Hot Summer Nights Concert Series June 2009
Tuesday evenings, Gerald Ford Amphitheater Aspen - Bluegrass Sundays June-August 2009, FREE open air concerts atop Aspen Mountain. Gondola ticket required. Aspen - Theater Aspen (formerly Aspen Theatre in the Park) June-Aug., 2009 970.925.9313
www.theatreaspen.org Return to Top | | Breckenridge - Summer Music June-August 2009
The newly renovated Riverwalk Center offers over 40 classical and nonclassical concerts including performances by the National Repertory Orchestra, Breckenridge Music Festival and other performances that include jazz, show tunes, children’s concerts, rock ‘n’ roll and more! 970.547.3100 Breckenridge - Main Street Performances June-September 2009
Get into the Blue! Catch a variety of free afternoon entertainment
in the Blue River Plaza every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through September! Performances will include music, art, sports, history and interactive children’s activities. 877.864.0868Beaver Creek - Beaver Creek Rodeo Series at Traer Creek June 18 & 25, July 2, 9, 16 & 23
August 6, 13 & 20, 2009 Beaver Creek - Summer Solstice 10K Trail Running Race June 20, 2009 Canon City - Entertainment in the Park June, Every Tuesday Veterans Park Canon City - 27th Annual Art on the Arkansas - Art Jazzed Up June 20-21 Crested Butte - Sundays @ 7 in Gunnison - FREE Summer Concerts
June 7-August 2, 2009 970.641.4029 Crested Butte - Wildflower Rush Cross Country & Downhill Bike Races
June 20-21, 2009 Mt. Crested Butte • 970.349.2221 Dillon/Silverthorne - Let's Go Boating Fundraiser June 20-21, 2009 Dillon/Silverthorne - TGIF Concert Series Fridays: June 19, July 17, August 14 (6pm) Dillon/Silverthorne - Sunset at the Summit Concerts Saturdays: June 20-Sept. 5 (7pm) Denver - City Park Jazz Summer Concert Series, June 7-August 9
Every Sunday evening Denverites prepare for the work week by relaxing and listening to jazz in at the historic City Park Pavilion. 303-744-1004; http://cityparkjazz.org Denver - Greek Festival, June 19-21
Indulge in Greek culture featuring traditional Greek dishes, an art exhibit and sale, live music and dancing, and a children's carnival. 303-388-9314; http://www.assumptioncathedral.org Denver - Highlands Street Festival, June 20
Over 35,000 visitors attend this free event annually to listen to live music, taste local cuisine and sip micro-brews. Live music on 3 stages and over 125 vendors. http://www.highlands-square.com/Fair/ Denver - Juneteenth, June 20
Celebrate and share in the vibrant African American culture with food, music and a parade in the Five Points neighborhood. 303-832-3770; http://denverjuneteenth.org/ Durango - Lucky Seven Rodeo June 10, 17, 24 Durango - Day Out with Thomas Event June 19-21 Durango - Crossroads Durango Pro Rodeo Series June 6, 13, 20, 27 Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Frisco - Colorado Barbecue Challenge June 19-20, 2009
Colorado's official barbecue cook-off with over 50 teams from across the country. Glenwood -112th Annual Strawberry Days June 19-21, 2009
The oldest civic celebration west of the Mississippi, includes artisan fair, live music, kidfest, parade, free strawberries and ice cream. 970.945.6589 • strawberrydaysfestival.com Glenwood -Summer of Jazz Wednesday Evenings in June & July
Bring a picnic and listen to free outdoor concerts at Two Rivers Park. 970.945.6589 • summerofjazz.com Glenwood Springs - Glenwood’s Downtown Market Tuesdays, June 16 through September 22, 2009 This open-air market features fresh produce, hand-made crafts, cooking demonstrations by local chefs, a soup contest, wine tastings, live music and an Oktoberfest grand finale. glenwoodmarket.com Granby Farmers Market Granby Every Friday from June 5-Oct. 2 Ouray - Environmental Education Lecture Series & Nature Detectives
May 25 - Sept. 7 (every Fri. & Sat. evening)
Perfect for the kids, every Saturday morning at Ridgway State Park Snowmass - Snowmassive Disc Golf Open June 20-21, 2009 Steamboat Springs - 21st Annual Rocky Mountain Mustang Roundup June 18-21 Telluride - Telluride Bluegrass Festival June 18-21 Vail - Vail Whitewater Park Kayak Demos
May 19, 26 & June 2, 9, 16, 2009 Gore Creek Whitewater Park Vail - Warrior Lacrosse Tournament June 15-18, 2009 Ford Park Vail - Hot Summer Nights Concert Series June 16 - August 23, 2009
Tuesday evenings, Gerald Ford Amphitheater Vail - CML Fun Run June 18, 2009 (put on by VRD) Vail - South of the Border Fiesta June 20, 2009 Lionshead Village Vail - Vail Farmers' Market & Art Show June 21, 28 - Sept. 13, 2009
Sundays, Meadow Drive Vail - Columbus Jazz Orchestra June 20, 2009 Gerald Ford Amphitheater Vail - Hot Summer Nights Concert Series June 2009
Tuesday evenings, Gerald Ford Amphitheater Aspen - Jazz Aspen Snowmass June Festival June 18-27, 200,9 866.JAS.TIXX
www.jazzaspen.org Aspen - Theater Aspen (formerly Aspen Theatre in the Park) June-Aug., 2009 970.925.9313
www.theatreaspen.org Aspen - Bluegrass Sundays June-August 2009, FREE open air concerts atop Aspen Mountain. Gondola ticket required. Aspen - Race for the Cure July 18, 2009 970.920.0250 www.komenaspen.org Buena Vista/Salida -61st Annual FIBArk Whitewater Festival June 18-21, 2009 Return to Top | | Beaver Creek - Beaver Creek Rodeo Series at Traer Creek June 18 & 25, July 2, 9, 16 & 23
August 6, 13 & 20, 2009 Beaver Creek - Culinary Demonstration Series June 26-27, July 3-4, 10-11, 17-18 & 24-26 August 1-2, 7-8, 14-15, 21-22 & 28-29 - September 4-6, 2009 Breckenridge - Summer Music June-August 2009
The newly renovated Riverwalk Center offers over 40 classical and nonclassical concerts including performances by the National Repertory Orchestra, Breckenridge Music Festival and other performances that include jazz, show tunes, children’s concerts, rock ‘n’ roll and more! 970.547.3100 Breckenridge - Main Street Performances June-September 2009
Get into the Blue! Catch a variety of free afternoon entertainment
in the Blue River Plaza every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through September! Performances will include music, art, sports, history and interactive children’s activities. 877.864.0868Canon City - Entertainment in the Park June, Every Tuesday Veterans Park Canon City - BYOB (Bring Your Own Boat) River Race & Riverwalk Games June 27 Crested Butte - Sundays @ 7 in Gunnison - FREE Summer Concerts
June 7-August 2, 2009 970.641.4029 Crested Butte - Crested Butte Fat Tire Bike Week June 24-27, 2009 800.545.4505 Crested Butte - Gunnison River Festival June 26-28, 2009 970.641.6065 Crested Butte - Gunsmoke-n-Gunnison June 27-28, July 25-26,
Aug. 29-30, Oct. 3-4 970.641.4787 Cripple Creek - Cripple Creek Donkey Derby Days ,June 27-28 Denver - City Park Jazz Summer Concert Series, June 7-August 9
Every Sunday evening Denverites prepare for the work week by relaxing and listening to jazz in at the historic City Park Pavilion. 303-744-1004; http://cityparkjazz.org Dillon/Silverthorne - Thursday Nature Nights June 25, July 9, 23, August 13 (6pm) Dillon/Silverthorne - Sunset at the Summit Concerts Saturdays: June 20-Sept. 5 (7pm) Denver - PrideFest June 27-28, 2009. One of the nation's top 10 GLBT events.
303.934.8045 • www.denverpridefest.org Denver - Cherry Blossom Festival, June 27-28
Celebrate Japanese culture with exhibits and demonstrations, live entertainment, contemporary and traditional art, and delicious Japanese delicacies at Sakura Square. 303-295-1844; http://www.tsdbt.org/cherryblossom Durango - Lucky Seven Rodeo June 10, 17, 24 Durango - Crossroads Durango Pro Rodeo Series June 6, 13, 20, 27 Durango - Durango Bike Week June 22-28 Estes Park - Scandinavian Midsummer Festival June 27-28, 2009
www.estesmidsummer.com Fort Collins - 20th Annual Colorado Brewers Festival
June 27-28, 2009
Sample over 40 local beers during this fun weekend. Colorado Brewers' Fest is made up solely of Colorado breweries. Great beer, great music, great food, in a great downtown! 970.484.6500 Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Frisco - Historic Frisco Town Tour June 27, 2009
FREE guided tour (10am) Gateway -2nd Annual Women's Wellness Weekend July 24-27, 2009 Glenwood -Summer of Jazz Wednesday Evenings in June & July
Bring a picnic and listen to free outdoor concerts at Two Rivers Park. 970.945.6589 • summerofjazz.com
Glenwood Springs - Glenwood’s Downtown Market Tuesdays, June 16 through September 22, 2009. This open-air market features fresh produce, hand-made crafts, cooking demonstrations by local chefs, a soup contest, wine tastings, live music and an Oktoberfest grand finale. glenwoodmarket.com Granby Farmers Market Granby Every Friday from June 5-Oct. 2 Grand Junction -Country Jam USA Music Festival June 25-28, 2009
800.530.3020 • www.countryjam.com Ouray - Environmental Education Lecture Series & Nature Detectives
May 25 - Sept. 7 (every Fri. & Sat. evening)
Perfect for the kids, every Saturday morning at Ridgway State Park Pueblo -NSRA Rocky Mountain Street Rod Nationals - June 26-28
800.876.4567 • 505.763.5771 • www.nsra-usa.com Snowmass - Jazz Aspen Snowmass (JAS) June Festival June 25-28, 2009 Snowmass - Snowmass Summer of FREE Music Series June 25 - Aug. 20 Telluride - Telluride Wine Festival June 25-28 Vail - Hot Summer Nights Concert Series June 16 - August 23, 2009
Tuesday evenings, Gerald Ford Amphitheater Vail - Vail Arts Festival June 26-28, 2009 Lionshead Village Vail - BBQ Bonanza June 27, 2009 Vail Village Vail - Hot Summer Nights Concert Series June 2009
Tuesday evenings, Gerald Ford Amphitheater Winter Park - Grand County "Blues from the Top" Festival June 27-28, 2009
Blues artists from around the country perform against the backdrop of the Continental Divide in this cool, rockin' two-day festival in downtown Winter Park.
800.903.7275 • www.grandblues.org Aspen - Jazz Aspen Snowmass June Festival June 18-27, 200,9 866.JAS.TIXX
www.jazzaspen.org Aspen - Aspen Summer Words June 21-26, 2009, Aspen Writers' Foundation. 970.925.3122
www.aspenwriters.org Aspen - Theater Aspen (formerly Aspen Theatre in the Park) June-Aug., 2009 970.925.9313
www.theatreaspen.org Aspen - Bluegrass Sundays June-August 2009, FREE open air concerts atop Aspen Mountain. Gondola ticket required. Buena Vista/Salida -17th Annual Salida Art Walk June 25-28, 2009 Return to Top | | Breckenridge - Summer Music June-August 2009
The newly renovated Riverwalk Center offers over 40 classical and nonclassical concerts including performances by the National Repertory Orchestra, Breckenridge Music Festival and other performances that include jazz, show tunes, children’s concerts, rock ‘n’ roll and more! 970.547.3100 Breckenridge - Main Street Performances June-September 2009
Get into the Blue! Catch a variety of free afternoon entertainment
in the Blue River Plaza every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through September! Performances will include music, art, sports, history and interactive children’s activities. 877.864.0868 Breckenridge - Independence Day Celebration July 3-5, 2009
Independence Day weekend is filled with patriotic celebration including concerts and activities for all ages. The weekend includes a colorful Independence Day Celebration on July 4. A 10K trail race fires up Independence Day morning, and the “Firecracker 50” bike race kicks off the Main Street parade followed by various activities and music throughout town. End the night with the National Repertory Orchestra as they perform a FREE mountain holiday celebration followed by an extraordinary fireworks display (weather permitting).877.864.0868 Beaver Creek - Beaver Creek Rodeo Series at Traer Creek June 18 & 25, July 2, 9, 16 & 23
August 6, 13 & 20, 2009 Beaver Creek - Culinary Demonstration Series June 26-27, July 3-4, 10-11, 17-18 & 24-26
August 1-2, 7-8, 14-15, 21-22 & 28-29 - September 4-6, 2009 Beaver Creek - Independence Day Celebration July 4, 2009 Canon City - Entertainment in the Park June, Every Tuesday Veterans Park Colorado Springs - Ride for the Brand Ranch Rodeo July 4, 2009 Norris-Penrose Center Crested Butte - Sundays @ 7 in Gunnison - FREE Summer Concerts
June 7-August 2, 2009 970.641.4029 Crested Butte - Alpenglow - FREE Summer Concerts on Monday Evenings
June 29 - Aug. 10 Crested Butte • 970.349.7487 Crested Butte - Crested Butte Music Festival July 4-31, 2009 970.349.0619 Cripple Creek - Cripple Creek Fourth of July Celebration.July 4 Denver - 19th Annual Cherry Creek Arts Festival, July 3-5 Ranked as the No.1 fine arts and crafts exhibition in the nation, this festival draws more than 250,000 people. Participating artisans represent every type of media from photography and watercolor, to jewelry and glass. Entertaining music and dance performances are held on several stages and booths featuring Denver's premier restaurants offer a variety of signature dishes. 303-355-2787; www.cherryarts.org Denver - City Park Jazz Summer Concert Series, June 7-August 9
Every Sunday evening Denverites prepare for the work week by relaxing and listening to jazz in at the historic City Park Pavilion. 303-744-1004; http://cityparkjazz.org Denver - Confluence Concerts, Thursdays in July
Relax by the riverfront and enjoy a free summer concert series featuring the best in local entertainment, from jazz and blues to classical performances. 303-637-2645; http://greenwayfoundation.org/ Delta County - Paonia Cherry Days - Paonia July 3-5, 2009 970.527.3886 Dillon/Silverthorne - Sunset at the Summit Concerts Saturdays: June 20-Sept. 5 (7pm) Dillon/Silverthorne - United States Air Force Academy Band & Fireworks Friday, July 3 Dillon/Silverthorne - 4th of July Celebration Saturday, July 4 Durango - Lucky Seven Rodeo July 1, 8, 15 Durango - Crossroads Durango Pro Rodeo Series July 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18 Durango - Independence Day Express July 4 Estes Park - Fourth of July July 4, 2009 Annual Celebration with Fireworks at 9:30pm.
970.577.9900 • 800.44.ESTES Estes Park - Coolest Car Show in July 4, 2009 Check out vintage cars from the 1920s and beyond.
970.577.9900 • 800.44.ESTES Fort Collins - Fourth of July Celebration and Fireworks
July 4, 2009
The whole family is welcome to come celebrate America's birthday in Fort Collins. Daytime activities take place Downtown and fireworks are shot over City Park Lake. 970.484.6500 Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Frisco - Frisco's Fantastic Fourth of July July 4, 2009
A patriotic celebration featuring Main Street Parade, kids' fishing derby, kids' bike decorating contest, live music, food & fireworks. Frisco - Frisco's Arts and Crafts Festival July 3-5, 2009 on 3rd Ave. Glenwood Springs -Summer of Jazz Wednesday Evenings in June & July
Bring a picnic and listen to free outdoor concerts at Two Rivers Park. 970.945.6589 • summerofjazz.com Glenwood Springs -4th of July Celebration July 4, 2009
At dusk a brilliant fireworks display will be reflected over the Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers. 970.945.6589
Glenwood Springs - Glenwood’s Downtown Market Tuesdays, June 16 through September 22, 2009 This open-air market features fresh produce, hand-made crafts, cooking demonstrations by local chefs, a soup contest, wine tastings, live music and an Oktoberfest grand finale. glenwoodmarket.com Granby Farmers Market Granby Every Friday from June 5-Oct. 2 Keystone -July Fourth Celebration July 4, 2009 Lakeside Village. Ouray - Environmental Education Lecture Series & Nature Detectives
May 25 - Sept. 7 (every Fri. & Sat. evening)
Perfect for the kids, every Saturday morning at Ridgway State Park Ouray - Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration July 4
Parades, kids games, fire hose water fights, Elks Club BBQ, and spectacular fireworks display! Fun for the whole family! Pagosa Springs - 4th of July Celebration July 3-5th 2009 Pagosa Springs -Park to Park Arts & Crafts Festival July 3-5th 2009 Pagosa Springs -Red Ryder Rodeo July 3-5th 2009 Pueblo -Rollin' on the Riverwalk with the Pueblo Symphony - July 4
719.545.7967 • www.pueblosymphony.org Snowmass - Snowmass Summer of FREE Music Series June 25 - Aug. 20 Steamboat Springs - 106th Cowboys' Roundup Days &Fourth of July Celebration July 4-5 Telluride - Telluride Plein-Air June 29 - July 4 Telluride - Red, White & Blues Concert July 4 Vail - Hot Summer Nights Concert Series June 16 - August 23, 2009
Tuesday evenings, Gerald Ford Amphitheater Vail - Vail Lacrosse Shootout June 27 - July 5, 2009 Ford Park Vail - BRAVO! Vail Valley Music Festival July 1 - August 4, 2009 Various
Dallas Symphony Orchestra, The Philadelphia Orchestra and the New York Philharmonic Vail - Porsche Parade: Tour/Rally & Car Display July 1, 2009 LH Parking Structure Vail - Vail America Days July 4 Parade, Family Activities, Patriotic Concert, Fireworks Vail - VRD Trail Running Series: Vail Hill Climb July 5, 2009 Vail Mountain Vail - Vail Farmers' Market & Art Show July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2009 Meadow Drive Winter Park - Fraser Valley 4th of July Celebration & Fireworks July 4, 2009
Bring the entire family to the 4th of July holiday fun and fireworks at the Fraser Sports Complex in Fraser, Colorado! Kids games, pie eating contest, live music, food and fun. 800.903.7275 • www.playwinterpark.com Aspen - Old Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration July 4, 2009, 970.925.1940 www.aspenchamber.org Aspen - Theater Aspen (formerly Aspen Theatre in the Park) June-Aug., 2009 970.925.9313
www.theatreaspen.org Aspen - Aspen Ideas Festival June 29-July 5, 2009, Aspen Institute. 970.925.7010 www.aspeninstitute.org Aspen - Bluegrass Sundays June-August 2009, FREE open air concerts atop Aspen Mountain. Gondola ticket required. Buena Vista/Salida -United States Air Force Concert Band July 2, 2009 Buena Vista/Salida -Celebrations in Salida & Buena Vista July 4, 2009 Ridgway - July 9th – Aphrodesia – funky world music from San Francisco, Pickin’ In the Park – free summer concert series held in Town Park
Return to Top | | Beaver Creek - Beaver Creek Rodeo Series at Traer Creek June 18 & 25, July 2, 9, 16 & 23
August 6, 13 & 20, 2009 Beaver Creek - Culinary Demonstration Series June 26-27, July 3-4, 10-11, 17-18 & 24-26
August 1-2, 7-8, 14-15, 21-22 & 28-29 - September 4-6, 2009 Beaver Creek - Summer Concert Series July 11, 18, 25, 2009 Colorado Springs - Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo July 8-11, 2009 Norris-Penrose Center Breckenridge - Summer Music June-August 2009
The newly renovated Riverwalk Center offers over 40 classical and nonclassical concerts including performances by the National Repertory Orchestra, Breckenridge Music Festival and other performances that include jazz, show tunes, children’s concerts, rock ‘n’ roll and more! 970.547.3100 Breckenridge - Main Street Performances June-September 2009
Get into the Blue! Catch a variety of free afternoon entertainment
in the Blue River Plaza every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through September! Performances will include music, art, sports, history and interactive children’s activities. 877.864.0868Crested Butte - Sundays @ 7 in Gunnison - FREE Summer Concerts
June 7-August 2, 2009 970.641.4029 Crested Butte - Alpenglow - FREE Summer Concerts on Monday Evenings
June 29 - Aug. 10 Crested Butte • 970.349.7487 Crested Butte - Crested Butte Music Festival July 4-31, 2009 970.349.0619 Crested Butte - Crested Butte Wildflower Festival July 6-12, 2009 970.349.2571 Crested Butte - Gunnison Cattlemen's Days Rodeo July 11-19, 2009 800.274.7580 Delta County - Little Britches Rodeo - Cedaredge July 10-12, 2009 970.856.6961 Denver - City Park Jazz Summer Concert Series, June 7-August 9
Every Sunday evening Denverites prepare for the work week by relaxing and listening to jazz in at the historic City Park Pavilion. 303-744-1004; http://cityparkjazz.org Denver - Confluence Concerts, Thursdays in July
Relax by the riverfront and enjoy a free summer concert series featuring the best in local entertainment, from jazz and blues to classical performances. 303-637-2645; http://greenwayfoundation.org/ Denver - Denver Black Arts Festival, July 10-12
For over 24 years the Black Arts Festival has enriched and entertained Denver with its heritage celebration. http://www.denbaf.org Denver - Colorado Irish Festival, July 10-12
Experience the largest Irish celebration in the Rocky Mountains with traditional Irish music performances and dancing, Irish drama and storytelling, crafts, games and food and drinks at Clement Park. 303-561-4007; http://www.coloradoirishfestival.org Dillon/Silverthorne - Thursday Nature Nights June 25, July 9, 23, August 13 (6pm) Dillon/Silverthorne - Sunset at the Summit Concerts Saturdays: June 20-Sept. 5 (7pm) Durango - Lucky Seven Rodeo July 1, 8, 15 Durango - Crossroads Durango Pro Rodeo Series July 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18 Durango - Music in the Mountains July 10 - August 2 Estes Park - 80th Rooftop Rodeo July 7-12, 2009 Stanley Park Fairgrounds. 970.577.9900 • 800.44.ESTES Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Glenwood Springs -Summer of Jazz Wednesday Evenings in June & July
Bring a picnic and listen to free outdoor concerts at Two Rivers Park. 970.945.6589 • summerofjazz.com
Glenwood Springs - Glenwood’s Downtown Market Tuesdays, June 16 through September 22, 2009 This open-air market features fresh produce, hand-made crafts, cooking demonstrations by local chefs, a soup contest, wine tastings, live music and an Oktoberfest grand finale. glenwoodmarket.com Granby - Fly-Fishing Festival Granby July 11-12 Granby Farmers Market Granby Every Friday from June 5-Oct. 2 Ouray - Environmental Education Lecture Series & Nature Detectives
May 25 - Sept. 7 (every Fri. & Sat. evening)
Perfect for the kids, every Saturday morning at Ridgway State Park Pagosa Springs -Pagosa Duathlon July 11th 2009 Snowmass - Snowmass Summer of FREE Music Series June 25 - Aug. 20 Steamboat Springs - 29th Annual Hot Air Balloon Rodeo & Art in the Park July 11-12 Telluride - Telluride Yoga Festival July 10-12 Vail - Hot Summer Nights Concert Series June 16 - August 23, 2009
Tuesday evenings, Gerald Ford Amphitheater Vail - BRAVO! Vail Valley Music Festival July 1 - August 4, 2009 Various
Dallas Symphony Orchestra, The Philadelphia Orchestra and the New York Philharmonic Vail - Vail Farmers' Market & Art Show July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2009 Meadow Drive Vail - Triple ByPass July 11, 2009 Frontage Road Aspen - Theater Aspen (formerly Aspen Theatre in the Park) June-Aug., 2009 970.925.9313
www.theatreaspen.org Aspen - Bluegrass Sundays June-August 2009, FREE open air concerts atop Aspen Mountain. Gondola ticket required. Buena Vista/Salida -Collegiate Peaks Stampede Rodeo July 10-11, 2009 Buena Vista/Salida -13th Annual Colorado Brewers Rendezvous July 11, 2009 Ridgway July 16th - The Wiyos – jug band stylists from Brooklyn, Pickin’ In the Park – free summer concert series held in Town Park Return to Top | | Beaver Creek - Beaver Creek Rodeo Series at Traer Creek June 18 & 25, July 2, 9, 16 & 23
August 6, 13 & 20, 2009 Beaver Creek - Culinary Demonstration Series June 26-27, July 3-4, 10-11, 17-18 & 24-26
August 1-2, 7-8, 14-15, 21-22 & 28-29 - September 4-6, 2009 Beaver Creek - Summer Concert Series July 11, 18, 25, 2009 Beaver Creek - XTERRA Off Road Triathlon July 18, 2009 Breckenridge - Summer Music June-August 2009
The newly renovated Riverwalk Center offers over 40 classical and nonclassical concerts including performances by the National Repertory Orchestra, Breckenridge Music Festival and other performances that include jazz, show tunes, children’s concerts, rock ‘n’ roll and more! 970.547.3100 Breckenridge - Main Street Performances June-September 2009
Get into the Blue! Catch a variety of free afternoon entertainment
in the Blue River Plaza every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through September! Performances will include music, art, sports, history and interactive children’s activities. 877.864.0868Colorado Springs - Pikes Peak International Hill Climb July 19, 2009 Pikes Peak Hwy Colorado Springs - El Paso Country Fair July 18-25, 2009 Calhan Crested Butte - Sundays @ 7 in Gunnison - FREE Summer Concerts
June 7-August 2, 2009 970.641.4029 Crested Butte - Alpenglow - FREE Summer Concerts on Monday Evenings
June 29 - Aug. 10 Crested Butte • 970.349.7487 Crested Butte - Crested Butte Music Festival July 4-31, 2009 970.349.0619 Crested Butte - Gunnison Cattlemen's Days Rodeo July 11-19, 2009 800.274.7580 Delta County - Deltarado Days - Delta July 16-19, 2009 970.874.8616 Denver - City Park Jazz Summer Concert Series, June 7-August 9
Every Sunday evening Denverites prepare for the work week by relaxing and listening to jazz in at the historic City Park Pavilion. 303-744-1004; http://cityparkjazz.org Dillon/Silverthorne - TGIF Concert Series Fridays: June 19, July 17, August 14 (6pm) Dillon/Silverthorne - Sunset at the Summit Concerts Saturdays: June 20-Sept. 5 (7pm) Dillon/Silverthorne - Dillon Arts Festival, July 17-19, Downtown Dillon. Denver - Confluence Concerts, Thursdays in July
Relax by the riverfront and enjoy a free summer concert series featuring the best in local entertainment, from jazz and blues to classical performances. 303-637-2645; http://greenwayfoundation.org/ Durango - Lucky Seven Rodeo July 1, 8, 15 Durango - Crossroads Durango Pro Rodeo Series July 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18 Durango - Music in the Mountains July 10 - August 2 Durango - Fiesta Days July 18-26 Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Frisco - Frisco's Art and Antique July 17-19 Fine art and antiques. Frisco - Historic Frisco Town Tour July 18, 2009
FREE guided tour (10am) Glenwood -Summer of Jazz Wednesday Evenings in June & July
Bring a picnic and listen to free outdoor concerts at Two Rivers Park. 970.945.6589 • summerofjazz.com Glenwood Springs - Glenwood’s Downtown Market Tuesdays, June 16 through September 22, 2009 This open-air market features fresh produce, hand-made crafts, cooking demonstrations by local chefs, a soup contest, wine tastings, live music and an Oktoberfest grand finale. glenwoodmarket.com Grand Lake - Western Weekend & Buffalo BBQ Grand Lake July 16-19
www.grandlakechamber.com Granby Farmers Market Granby Every Friday from June 5-Oct. 2 Ouray - Environmental Education Lecture Series & Nature Detectives
May 25 - Sept. 7 (every Fri. & Sat. evening)
Perfect for the kids, every Saturday morning at Ridgway State Park Snowmass - Snowmass Summer of FREE Music Series June 25 - Aug. 20 Telluride - Nothing Festival July 17-19 Vail - Hot Summer Nights Concert Series June 16 - August 23, 2009
Tuesday evenings, Gerald Ford Amphitheater Vail - BRAVO! Vail Valley Music Festival July 1 - August 4, 2009 Various
Dallas Symphony Orchestra, The Philadelphia Orchestra and the New York Philharmonic Vail - Vail Farmers' Market & Art Show July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2009 Meadow Drive Vail - VRD Trail Running Series: Half Marathon July 19, 2009 Vail Mountain Aspen - Food & Wine Magazine Classic in Aspen June 19-21, 2009 877.900.WINE
www.foodandwine.com/classic Aspen - Aspen Music Festival and School June 17-Aug. 23, 2009 970.925.9042
www.aspenmusicfestival.com Aspen - Theater Aspen (formerly Aspen Theatre in the Park) June-Aug., 2009 970.925.9313
www.theatreaspen.org Aspen - Bluegrass Sundays June-August 2009, FREE open air concerts atop Aspen Mountain. Gondola ticket required. Ridgway – July 23rd - Carrie Rodriguez – fiddlin’ songwriter from Austin, Texas, Pickin’ In the Park – free summer concert series held in Town Park Return to Top | | Breckenridge - Summer Music June-August 2009
The newly renovated Riverwalk Center offers over 40 classical and nonclassical concerts including performances by the National Repertory Orchestra, Breckenridge Music Festival and other performances that include jazz, show tunes, children’s concerts, rock ‘n’ roll and more! 970.547.3100 Breckenridge - Main Street Performances June-September 2009
Get into the Blue! Catch a variety of free afternoon entertainment
in the Blue River Plaza every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through September! Performances will include music, art, sports, history and interactive children’s activities. 877.864.0868Beaver Creek - Beaver Creek Rodeo Series at Traer Creek June 18 & 25, July 2, 9, 16 & 23
August 6, 13 & 20, 2009 Beaver Creek - Culinary Demonstration Series June 26-27, July 3-4, 10-11, 17-18 & 24-26
August 1-2, 7-8, 14-15, 21-22 & 28-29 - September 4-6, 2009 Beaver Creek - UPCLOSE: Savion Glover, Tap Dance Genius. Tuesday, July 28, 6:30pm. Hear the dancing and see the music. Get UpClose with the greatest tap dancer in the world in this one-of-a-kind performance at the intimate Vilar Performing Arts Center. Hosted by Festival Artistic Director Damian Woetzel, featuring live music by The Otherz and with Savion Glover’s incredible dancing as the indispensable instrument binding the music together. Vilar Performing Arts Center, Beaver Creek. Ticket Pricing: $30c, $45, $55
www.vaildance.org/vaildance/calendar.aspx?mode=detail&eventId=vidf09_2 Beaver Creek - Summer Concert Series July 11, 18, 25, 2009 Beaver Creek - Rocky Mountain Antique Festival July 24-26, 2009 Canon City - Fremont County Fair July 25-Aug 2 Canon City - 20th Annual Fiddlers Along the Arkansas July 24-26 Colorado Springs - El Paso Country Fair July 18-25, 2009 Calhan Crested Butte - Sundays @ 7 in Gunnison - FREE Summer Concerts
June 7-August 2, 2009 970.641.4029 Crested Butte - Gunsmoke-n-Gunnison June 27-28, July 25-26,
Aug. 29-30, Oct. 3-4 970.641.4787 Dillon/Silverthorne - Thursday Nature Nights June 25, July 9, 23, August 13 (6pm) Denver - City Park Jazz Summer Concert Series, June 7-August 9
Every Sunday evening Denverites prepare for the work week by relaxing and listening to jazz in at the historic City Park Pavilion. 303-744-1004; http://cityparkjazz.org Denver - Confluence Concerts, Thursdays in July
Relax by the riverfront and enjoy a free summer concert series featuring the best in local entertainment, from jazz and blues to classical performances. 303-637-2645; http://greenwayfoundation.org/ Denver - 9th Annual Dragon Boat Festival, July 25-26
Set sail for summer fun at Sloan's Lake Park where vibrantly decorated dragon boats race in an exciting pan-Asian sport. The weekend is filled with cultural entertainment including an Asian marketplace with great food and gifts, stage performances featuring Japanese Taiko drum groups, martial arts and other cross-cultural collaborations. 303-722-6852; http://cdbf.org Crested Butte - Alpenglow - FREE Summer Concerts on Monday Evenings
June 29 - Aug. 10 Crested Butte • 970.349.7487 Crested Butte - Crested Butte Music Festival July 4-31, 2009 970.349.0619 Crested Butte - Crested Butte Land Trust Wine & Food Festival
July 23-26, 2009 303.809.0404 Crested Butte - Gunnison Art in the Park July 26, 2009 970.641.2638 Dillon/Silverthorne - Sunset at the Summit Concerts Saturdays: June 20-Sept. 5 (7pm) Dillon/Silverthorne - Young People's Theatre Workshop July 25-26 Durango - Music in the Mountains July 10 - August 2 Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Frisco - Classic Boat Show July 25, 2009 Frisco - Frisco's Classic Weekend July 25-26, 2009 Frisco - 'Vettes on the Rockies July 26, 2009
Looking Glass Corvette Association's 36th annual Show & Shine Event. Over 500 Corvettes on Main Glenwood -Summer of Jazz Wednesday Evenings in June & July
Bring a picnic and listen to free outdoor concerts at Two Rivers Park. 970.945.6589 • summerofjazz.com Glenwood Springs - Glenwood’s Downtown Market Tuesdays, June 16 through September 22, 2009 This open-air market features fresh produce, hand-made crafts, cooking demonstrations by local chefs, a soup contest, wine tastings, live music and an Oktoberfest grand finale. glenwoodmarket.com Granby Farmers Market Granby Every Friday from June 5-Oct. 2 Ouray - Environmental Education Lecture Series & Nature Detectives
May 25 - Sept. 7 (every Fri. & Sat. evening)
Perfect for the kids, every Saturday morning at Ridgway State Park Pueblo -National Little Britches Rodeo Finals - July 25-August 1
800.876.4567 • www.nlbra.org Snowmass - Snowmass Summer of FREE Music Series June 25 - Aug. 20 Vail - Hot Summer Nights Concert Series June 16 - August 23, 2009
Tuesday evenings, Gerald Ford Amphitheater Vail - BRAVO! Vail Valley Music Festival July 1 - August 4, 2009 Various
Dallas Symphony Orchestra, The Philadelphia Orchestra and the New York Philharmonic Vail - Vail Farmers' Market & Art Show July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2009 Meadow Drive Vail - Taste of the Nation Vail July 24, 2009 Vail Plaza Hotel Vail - Vail Invitational Soccer Tournament July 25-26, 2009 Ford Park Vail - Courage Classic July 25, 2009 Stephens Park and Bike Path Vail - SAVION GLOVER with Bare Soundz & the Otherz, Monday, July 27, 6:30pm, Celebrated dancer, choreographer, and director Savion Glover collaborates with Bare Soundz, tap dancers Marshall Davis Jr. and Maurice Chestnut and his jazz group, The Otherz in an evening of pure tap magic.Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater. www.vaildance.org/vaildance/calendar.aspx?mode=detail&eventId=vidf09_1 Vail -  Winter Park - Winter Park Jazz Festival July 26-27, 2009
Cool mountain air blends with the sultry sounds of renowned jazz artists in the new ampitheatre in Winter Park. This event is a must for jazz enthusiasts. 800.903.7275 • www.playwinterpark.com Aspen - Aspen Music Festival and School June 17-Aug. 23, 2009 970.925.9042
www.aspenmusicfestival.com Aspen - Theater Aspen (formerly Aspen Theatre in the Park) June-Aug., 2009 970.925.9313
www.theatreaspen.org Aspen - Bluegrass Sundays June-August 2009, FREE open air concerts atop Aspen Mountain. Gondola ticket required. Buena Vista/Salida -Collegiate Peaks Music Festival July 24-26, 2009 Buena Vista/Salida - River Runners 3rd Annual Raft for the Cure July 26, 2009 Ridgway – July 30th - Sweet Sunny South – Oldtime bluegrass from Paonia, Colorado, Pickin’ In the Park – free summer concert series
Held in Town Park
Return to Top | | Aspen - Aspen Music Festival and School June 17-Aug. 23, 2009 970.925.9042
www.aspenmusicfestival.com Aspen - Theater Aspen (formerly Aspen Theatre in the Park) June-Aug., 2009 970.925.9313
www.theatreaspen.org Aspen - Bluegrass Sundays June-August 2009, FREE open air concerts atop Aspen Mountain. Gondola ticket required. Breckenridge - Summer Music June-August 2009
The newly renovated Riverwalk Center offers over 40 classical and nonclassical concerts including performances by the National Repertory Orchestra, Breckenridge Music Festival and other performances that include jazz, show tunes, children’s concerts, rock ‘n’ roll and more! 970.547.3100 Breckenridge - Main Street Performances June-September 2009
Get into the Blue! Catch a variety of free afternoon entertainment
in the Blue River Plaza every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through September! Performances will include music, art, sports, history and interactive children’s activities. 877.864.0868 Breckenridge - Colorado Gold Panning Championships July 31 - August 2, 2009
Brought to you by the Gold Prospectors of Colorado. Free public demonstrations and gold panning instruction with team and individual competitions at the Blue River Plaza on Main Street. 877.864.0868 Buena Vista/Salida -5th Annual Salida Omnium July 31-August 2, 2009 Buena Vista/Salida -Gold Rush Days August 1-2, 2009 Pagosa Springs -Archuleta County Fair July 30th - August 2nd 2009 Beaver Creek - Culinary Demonstration Series June 26-27, July 3-4, 10-11, 17-18 & 24-26
August 1-2, 7-8, 14-15, 21-22 & 28-29 - September 4-6, 2009 Beaver Creek - Art Festival August 1-2, 2009 Canon City - Fremont County Fair July 25-Aug 2 Colorado Springs - State Games of America July 30-Aug. 2, 2009 U.S. Air Force Academy Crested Butte - Sundays @ 7 in Gunnison - FREE Summer Concerts
June 7-August 2, 2009 970.641.4029 Crested Butte - Alpenglow - FREE Summer Concerts on Monday Evenings
June 29 - Aug. 10 Crested Butte • 970.349.7487 Crested Butte - Crested Butte Music Festival July 4-31, 2009 970.349.0619 Crested Butte - Crested Butte Arts Festival August 1-2, 2009 970.349.1184 Dillon/Silverthorne - Sunset at the Summit Concerts Saturdays: June 20-Sept. 5 (7pm) Denver - City Park Jazz Summer Concert Series, June 7-August 9
Every Sunday evening Denverites prepare for the work week by relaxing and listening to jazz in at the historic City Park Pavilion. 303-744-1004; http://cityparkjazz.org Denver - Confluence Concerts, Thursdays in July
Relax by the riverfront and enjoy a free summer concert series featuring the best in local entertainment, from jazz and blues to classical performances. 303-637-2645; http://greenwayfoundation.org/ Durango - Music in the Mountains July 10 - August 2 Durango - 29th Annual Art at the Park (Buckley) July 31, August 1-2 Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Glenwood Springs - Glenwood’s Downtown Market Tuesdays, June 16 through September 22, 2009 This open-air market features fresh produce, hand-made crafts, cooking demonstrations by local chefs, a soup contest, wine tastings, live music and an Oktoberfest grand finale. glenwoodmarket.com Granby Farmers Market Granby Every Friday from June 5-Oct. 2 Ouray - Environmental Education Lecture Series & Nature Detectives
May 25 - Sept. 7 (every Fri. & Sat. evening)
Perfect for the kids, every Saturday morning at Ridgway State Park Ouray - Artists Alpine Holiday July 31- August 8
49th Annual National Juried art show. Enjoy the creative & unique art work of many artists in various mediums - oils, watercolors, photography, etc. They are so good that it's difficult to select a winner! 8th Annual Mt. Sneffels 1/2 Marathon Run/Walk August 29 The 13.1 mile course begins at Ouray Hot Springs Park, winds through the city of Ouray and follows the Uncompahgre River Valley to Ridgway. Benefit for Mt. Sneffels Educational Foundation. Info: Glynn; www.mtsneffels.org • 970.325.0312 Snowmass - Snowmass Summer of FREE Music Series June 25 - Aug. 20 Steamboat Springs - Steamboat Wine Festival July 30-August 2 Telluride - Chamber Music Festival August 6-16 Vail - Hot Summer Nights Concert Series June 16 - August 23, 2009
Tuesday evenings, Gerald Ford Amphitheater Vail - BRAVO! Vail Valley Music Festival July 1 - August 4, 2009 Various
Dallas Symphony Orchestra, The Philadelphia Orchestra and the New York Philharmonic Vail - Vail International Dance Festival July 27 - August 10, 2009 Various Vail - Kick-It 3v3 Soccer Tournament July 31- August 2, 2009 Ford Park Vail - 4th Annual Colorado Cyclist Copper Triangle August 1, 2009 Vail - VRD Trail Running Series: Berrypicker August 2, 2009 Vail Mountain Vail - MIAMI CITY BALLET.Vail Debut. Saturday, August 1, 7:30pm
Miami City Ballet in their thrilling Vail Debut.Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater
Ticket Pricing: $17, $65, $85
www.vaildance.org/vaildance/calendar.aspx?mode=detail&eventId=vidf09_3 Vail - FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS SPECTACULAR. Sunday, August 2, 7:30pm
Mixed bill with Morphoses/The Wheeldon Company, Miami City Ballet, Ethan Stiefel, Gillian Murphy, Buckets & Tap Shoes, Todd Yannacone, Gabriel Misse & Natalia Hills, among others. Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater, Vail
Ticket Pricing: $17, $55, $75
www.vaildance.org/vaildance/calendar.aspx?mode=detail&eventId=vidf09_4
Winter Park - Crankworx Colorado July 30 - August 2, 2009
Your jaw will drop to the dirt when you see the unimaginable happen at this mountain bike freeride festival. Mountain bike athletes from around the country pull out all the stops with stunts and tricks. 970.726.5514 • www.crankworxcolorado.com Return to Top | | Aspen - Aspen Music Festival and School June 17-Aug. 23, 2009 970.925.9042
www.aspenmusicfestival.com Aspen - Theater Aspen (formerly Aspen Theatre in the Park) June-Aug., 2009 970.925.9313
www.theatreaspen.org Aspen - Bluegrass Sundays June-August 2009, FREE open air concerts atop Aspen Mountain. Gondola ticket required. Breckenridge - Summer Music June-August 2009
The newly renovated Riverwalk Center offers over 40 classical and nonclassical concerts including performances by the National Repertory Orchestra, Breckenridge Music Festival and other performances that include jazz, show tunes, children’s concerts, rock ‘n’ roll and more! 970.547.3100 Breckenridge - Main Street Performances June-September 2009
Get into the Blue! Catch a variety of free afternoon entertainment
in the Blue River Plaza every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through September! Performances will include music, art, sports, history and interactive children’s activities. 877.864.0868 Breckenridge - 150th Celebration Weekend August 7-9, 2009
Almost 150 years to the day Breckenridge came to life as a small mining town. Join us for a truly grand celebration.
Beaver Creek - Beaver Creek Rodeo Series at Traer Creek June 18 & 25, July 2, 9, 16 & 23
August 6, 13 & 20, 2009 Beaver Creek - Culinary Demonstration Series June 26-27, July 3-4, 10-11, 17-18 & 24-26
August 1-2, 7-8, 14-15, 21-22 & 28-29 - September 4-6, 2009 Beaver Creek - UPCLOSE: Edward Villella, with Miami City Ballet. Monday, August 3, 6:30pm. Miami City Ballet in a celebration of one of America’s greatest artistic heroes, Edward Villella. Join us as Villella takes us on a tour of the ballets that made him famous; including full performances and excerpts of Balanchine’s Prodigal Son, Rubies, Tarantella and Robbins’ Afternoon of a Faun among others. Evening is hosted by Damian Woetzel with special guest Ethan Stiefel.
Vilar Performing Arts Center, Beaver Creek
Ticket Pricing: $45, $55
www.vaildance.org/vaildance/calendar.aspx?mode=detail&eventId=vidf09_5 Beaver Creek - UPCLOSE: Celebrating Wendy Whelan, Dancer & Muse
With Morphoses/The Wheeldon Company. Thursday, August 6, 6:30pm
Wendy Whelan has been thrilling audiences around the world for 25 years as a member of NYC Ballet and Morphoses, and has been an audience favorite in Vail since 1994. Celebrate her magnificent career with the star herself in repertoire by Christopher Wheeldon, as well as performances by other artists. Evening is hosted by Damian Woetzel and Christopher Wheeldon. Vilar Performing Arts Center, Ticket Pricing: $45, $55
www.vaildance.org/vaildance/calendar.aspx?mode=detail&eventId=vidf09_7
Crested Butte - Alpenglow - FREE Summer Concerts on Monday Evenings
June 29 - Aug. 10 Crested Butte • 970.349.7487 Cripple Creek - Cripple Creek Honors American’s Armed Forces, August 8-9 Denver - City Park Jazz Summer Concert Series, June 7-August 9
Every Sunday evening Denverites prepare for the work week by relaxing and listening to jazz in at the historic City Park Pavilion. 303-744-1004; http://cityparkjazz.org Denver - Colorado Scottish Festival & Rocky Mountain Highland Games, August 8-9. Join this Celtic celebration featuring pipe bands, drumming, Scottish athletic competitions, highland dancing and folk music. 303-238-6524; http://www.scottishgames.org/ Denver - Mountainside Mardi Gras, August 8 - Feat: Dr John, George Porter Jr. and the Runnin' Pardners, Ivan Nevill's Dumpstafunk, Papa Grows Funk, the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Red Rocks, Morrison www.mountainsidemardigras.com for tickets and more information Dillon/Silverthorne - Sunset at the Summit Concerts Saturdays: June 20-Sept. 5 (7pm) Dillon/Silverthorne - Dillon BBQ at the Summit August 7-8 Durango - Durango Arts Festival August 8-9 Estes Park - Thursday Night Live Thursdays, August 2009 Free live summer outdoor performance series. 970.586.9203 Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Frisco - Art on Main August 8-9, 2009
Fine art show attracts the region's best artists Glenwood -Friday Night Flicks August 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2009
Reminiscent of the drive-in theater, Two Rivers Park is transformed in to a free outdoor movie night. Blockbuster movies are shown on a huge 13'x 24' screen. 970.945.6589 Glenwood Springs - Glenwood’s Downtown Market Tuesdays, June 16 through September 22, 2009. This open-air market features fresh produce, hand-made crafts, cooking demonstrations by local chefs, a soup contest, wine tastings, live music and an Oktoberfest grand finale. glenwoodmarket.com Granby Farmers Market Granby Every Friday from June 5-Oct. 2 Ouray - Environmental Education Lecture Series & Nature Detectives
May 25 - Sept. 7 (every Fri. & Sat. evening)
Perfect for the kids, every Saturday morning at Ridgway State Park Ouray - Artists Alpine Holiday July 31- August 8
49th Annual National Juried art show. Enjoy the creative & unique art work of many artists in various mediums - oils, watercolors, photography, etc. They are so good that it's difficult to select a winner! 8th Annual Mt. Sneffels 1/2 Marathon Run/Walk August 29 The 13.1 mile course begins at Ouray Hot Springs Park, winds through the city of Ouray and follows the Uncompahgre River Valley to Ridgway. Benefit for Mt. Sneffels Educational Foundation. Info: Glynn; www.mtsneffels.org • 970.325.0312 Snowmass - Snowmass Summer of FREE Music Series June 25 - Aug. 20 Telluride - Chamber Music Festival August 6-16 Vail - Hot Summer Nights Concert Series June 16 - August 23, 2009
Tuesday evenings, Gerald Ford Amphitheater Vail - BRAVO! Vail Valley Music Festival July 1 - August 4, 2009 Various
Dallas Symphony Orchestra, The Philadelphia Orchestra and the New York Philharmonic Vail - Vail International Dance Festival July 27 - August 10, 2009 Various Vail - Jazz at Vail Square August 6, 20, 27, 2009 Vail Square at Arrabelle Vail - CO Clay Court Tennis Championships Aug. 8-9, 2009 Ford Park (tentative) Vail - DANCE FOR $20.09. An Evening for Everyone. Tuesday, August 4, 7:30pm. Tango, ballet, contemporary dance and live music; with appearances by Buckets and Tap Shoes, Todd Yannacone, The Bakery, Tiler Peck and more Specially priced tickets with every seat in the house for $20.09 and all lawn seats $9.00.
Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater, Vail
Ticket Pricing: $9, $20.09
www.vaildance.org/vaildance/calendar.aspx?mode=detail&eventId=vidf09_6 Vail - MORPHOSES/ THE WHEELDON COMPANY. Friday, August 7, 7:30pm
Morphoses 3.0. Vail welcomes back this world-renowned company for a third triumphant year. Christopher Wheeldon’s greatest hits as well as new works.
Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater.Ticket Pricing: $17, $65, $85
www.vaildance.org/vaildance/calendar.aspx?mode=detail&eventId=vidf09_8 Vail - INTERNATIONAL EVENINGS OF DANCE I Saturday, August 8-9, 7:30pm
Artists from Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, New York City Ballet, The Royal Ballet, San Francisco Ballet and LAFA Dance Taiwan including Ashley Bouder, Daniel Ulbricht, Sofiane Sylve, Misa Kuranaga, Gabriel Missé, Natalia Hills, Carla Körbes, Matthew Rushing, Linda Celeste Sims, artists from Dance Brazil and more! The world’s brightest stars on one stage. Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater,
www.vaildance.org/vaildance/calendar.aspx?mode=detail&eventId=vidf09_9
Winter Park - Fraser River Days August 8-9, 2009
Celebrate our wide open spaces with free fly-fishing lessons, guided interpretive hikes on the Fraser River Trail, environmental seminars, exhibits, live music, raptors and lumberjack show. 800.903.7275 • playwinterpark.com Return to Top | | Aspen - Aspen Music Festival and School June 17-Aug. 23, 2009 970.925.9042
www.aspenmusicfestival.com Aspen - Theater Aspen (formerly Aspen Theatre in the Park) June-Aug., 2009 970.925.9313
www.theatreaspen.org Aspen - Bluegrass Sundays June-August 2009, FREE open air concerts atop Aspen Mountain. Gondola ticket required. Breckenridge - Summer Music June-August 2009
The newly renovated Riverwalk Center offers over 40 classical and nonclassical concerts including performances by the National Repertory Orchestra, Breckenridge Music Festival and other performances that include jazz, show tunes, children’s concerts, rock ‘n’ roll and more! 970.547.3100 Breckenridge - Main Street Performances June-September 2009
Get into the Blue! Catch a variety of free afternoon entertainment
in the Blue River Plaza every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through September! Performances will include music, art, sports, history and interactive children’s activities. 877.864.0868 Breckenridge - Labor Day Weekend Festivities September 4-7, 2009
Events include the Great Divide Arts and Crafts Fair, the Summit Foundation’s Rubber Duck Race and Sidewalk Sale Days around town. 877.864.0868 Beaver Creek - Beaver Creek Rodeo Series at Traer Creek June 18 & 25, July 2, 9, 16 & 23
August 6, 13 & 20, 2009 Beaver Creek - Culinary Demonstration Series June 26-27, July 3-4, 10-11, 17-18 & 24-26
August 1-2, 7-8, 14-15, 21-22 & 28-29 - September 4-6, 2009 Colorado Springs - Pikes Peak Ascent/Marathon August 15-16, 2009 Barr Trail Crested Butte - Alpenglow - FREE Summer Concerts on Monday Evenings
June 29 - Aug. 10 Crested Butte • 970.349.7487 Dillon/Silverthorne - Thursday Nature Nights June 25, July 9, 23, August 13 (6pm) Dillon/Silverthorne - TGIF Concert Series Fridays: June 19, July 17, August 14 (6pm) Dillon/Silverthorne - Sunset at the Summit Concerts Saturdays: June 20-Sept. 5 (7pm) Durango - 11th Annual Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railfest Aug. 13 Estes Park - Thursday Night Live Thursdays, August 2009 Free live summer outdoor performance series. 970.586.9203 Fort Collins - 21st Annual New West Fest
August 14-16, 2009
This FREE weekend showcases over 300 arts, crafts and food booths, Kids' World, carnival, two beer gardens and six stages of continuous entertainment.
970.484.6500 Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Frisco - Town of Frisco/Chamber Mixer August 13, 2009 Glenwood -Friday Night Flicks August 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2009
Reminiscent of the drive-in theater, Two Rivers Park is transformed in to a free outdoor movie night. Blockbuster movies are shown on a huge 13'x 24' screen. 970.945.6589 Glenwood Springs - Glenwood’s Downtown Market Tuesdays, June 16 through September 22, 2009 This open-air market features fresh produce, hand-made crafts, cooking demonstrations by local chefs, a soup contest, wine tastings, live music and an Oktoberfest grand finale. glenwoodmarket.com Grand Junction -Palisade Peach Festival August 13-16, 2009
970.464.7458 • www.palisadepeachfest.com Grand Lake - Fall Folk Festival Grand Lake September 13-14
www.grandlakechamber.com Granby Farmers Market Granby Every Friday from June 5-Oct. 2 Ouray - Environmental Education Lecture Series & Nature Detectives
May 25 - Sept. 7 (every Fri. & Sat. evening)
Perfect for the kids, every Saturday morning at Ridgway State Park Snowmass - Snowmass Summer of FREE Music Series June 25 - Aug. 20 Telluride - Chamber Music Festival August 6-16 Telluride - Telluride Festival of the Arts August 14-16 Vail - Hot Summer Nights Concert Series June 16 - August 23, 2009
Tuesday evenings, Gerald Ford Amphitheater Vail - Vail Street Sale August 14-16, 2009 (tentative) Vail - VRD Trail Running Series August 16, 2009 10K at 10,000' Vail - Sweet on Vail August 15, 2009 TBD Vail - BALLROOM’S BEST. Monday, August 10, 7:30pm. World Champion Ballroom and Exhibition Couples. Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater. Ticket Pricing: $17, $55, $75
www.vaildance.org/vaildance/calendar.aspx?mode=detail&eventId=vidf09_11
Winter Park - Salute to American Veterans Rally & Festival August 14-16, 2009
This 16-year event has now located to Winter Park & The Fraser Valley. Features the POW/MIA ride from Granby to Winter Park with over a 1,000 motorcycles, parade, food, live music, exhibitors, flyovers in military aircraft and the Vietnam Traveling Wall. Return to Top | | Aspen - Aspen Music Festival and School June 17-Aug. 23, 2009 970.925.9042
www.aspenmusicfestival.com Aspen - Bluegrass Sundays June-August 2009, FREE open air concerts atop Aspen Mountain. Gondola ticket required. Aspen - Theater Aspen (formerly Aspen Theatre in the Park) June-Aug., 2009 970.925.9313
www.theatreaspen.org Aspen - Aspen Snowmass Ride for the Cure August 22, 2009, 970.920.0250 www.komenaspen.org Beaver Creek - Beaver Creek Rodeo Series at Traer Creek June 18 & 25, July 2, 9, 16 & 23
August 6, 13 & 20, 2009 Breckenridge - Summer Music June-August 2009
The newly renovated Riverwalk Center offers over 40 classical and nonclassical concerts including performances by the National Repertory Orchestra, Breckenridge Music Festival and other performances that include jazz, show tunes, children’s concerts, rock ‘n’ roll and more! 970.547.3100 Breckenridge - Main Street Performances June-September 2009
Get into the Blue! Catch a variety of free afternoon entertainment
in the Blue River Plaza every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through September! Performances will include music, art, sports, history and interactive children’s activities. 877.864.0868Beaver Creek - Culinary Demonstration Series June 26-27, July 3-4, 10-11, 17-18 & 24-26
August 1-2, 7-8, 14-15, 21-22 & 28-29 - September 4-6, 2009 Beaver Creek - Beaver Creek Wine & Spirits Festival August 20-22, 2009 Beaver Creek - Vertical Ascent Running Race August 22, 2009 Crested Butte - Crested Butte Wild Mushroom Festival
August 20-23, 2009 970.596.4841 Crested Butte - 24 Hours in the Sage (Bike Race) Aug. 15-16, 2009
Gunnison • 303.507.1148 Crested Butte - High Octane Arts & Crafts Festival in Gunnison
August 22, 2009 800.274.7580 Dillon/Silverthorne - Sunset at the Summit Concerts Saturdays: June 20-Sept. 5 (7pm) Durango - 10th Annual San Juan Brew Fest August 23 Estes Park - Thursday Night Live Thursdays, August 2009 Free live summer outdoor performance series. 970.586.9203 Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Frisco - Frisco Founders Day August 16, 2009 Frisco's 130th Birthday Frisco - Frisco Free Family Fun Fest August 22, 2009
Frisco Peninsula Recreation Area. Finally! An event the whole family to enjoy! So much to see & do at low cost & FREE for young and old. Frisco - Music on Main August 22, 2009. Frisco's Famous FREE Street Dance Concert Frisco - America Cup Opening Ceremonies August 23, 2009. Fly Fishing Expo, and Volunteer Sign Up. Frisco Bay Marina Glenwood -Friday Night Flicks August 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2009
Reminiscent of the drive-in theater, Two Rivers Park is transformed in to a free outdoor movie night. Blockbuster movies are shown on a huge 13'x 24' screen. 970.945.6589 Glenwood Springs - Glenwood’s Downtown Market Tuesdays, June 16 through September 22, 2009. This open-air market features fresh produce, hand-made crafts, cooking demonstrations by local chefs, a soup contest, wine tastings, live music and an Oktoberfest grand finale. glenwoodmarket.com
Glenwood Springs - Hotel Colorado Devereux Cup August 15-16, 2009 The sport of polo is one that dates back to early days of Glenwood Springs when polo enthusiast and Hotel Colorado financier, Walter B. Devereux, organized the first matches. Today the tradition continues. The 6th annual Devereux starts at 6 p.m. on Saturday evening when the public can meet players as well as enjoy food and drinks at the Hotel Colorado. The match begins on Sunday morning at 11 a.m. at Stout Ranch in New Castle. Team Hotel Colorado will defend its title for the 6th year running. Hotel Colorado, 970-945-6511. Granby Farmers Market Granby Every Friday from June 5-Oct. 2 Ouray - Environmental Education Lecture Series & Nature Detectives
May 25 - Sept. 7 (every Fri. & Sat. evening)
Perfect for the kids, every Saturday morning at Ridgway State Park Snowmass - Snowmass Summer of FREE Music Series June 25 - Aug. 20 Telluride - Mushroom Festival August 21-23 Vail - Hot Summer Nights Concert Series June 16 - August 23, 2009
Tuesday evenings, Gerald Ford Amphitheater Vail - Jazz at Vail Square August 6, 20, 27, 2009 Vail Square at Arrabelle Vail - Vail Antique Show August 21-23, 2009 Lionshead Village Return to Top | | Breckenridge - Summer Music June-August 2009
The newly renovated Riverwalk Center offers over 40 classical and nonclassical concerts including performances by the National Repertory Orchestra, Breckenridge Music Festival and other performances that include jazz, show tunes, children’s concerts, rock ‘n’ roll and more! 970.547.3100 Breckenridge - Main Street Performances June-September 2009
Get into the Blue! Catch a variety of free afternoon entertainment
in the Blue River Plaza every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through September! Performances will include music, art, sports, history and interactive children’s activities. 877.864.0868 Denver - Rocky Mountain Balloon Festival, August 28-30
Fun takes flight at Chatfield State Park where hundreds of vibrant hot air balloons will fill the sky. Enjoy various activities and exhibits, live music and dazzle your eyes during Lites in the Nite Balloon Illumination. 303-697-1039; http://www.rockymountainballoonfestival.com/ | | Aspen - Jazz Aspen Snowmass Labor Day Festival Sept. 4-6, 2009. Snowmass Village. 866.JAS.TIXX
www.jazzaspen.org Aspen - Motherlode Volleyball Tournament. September 3-7, 2009. www.motherlodevolleyball.com Beaver Creek - Culinary Demonstration Series June 26-27, July 3-4, 10-11, 17-18 & 24-26
August 1-2, 7-8, 14-15, 21-22 & 28-29 - September 4-6, 2009 Beaver Creek - Oktoberfest September 5-6, 2009 Breckenridge - Main Street Performances June-September 2009
Get into the Blue! Catch a variety of free afternoon entertainment
in the Blue River Plaza every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through September! Performances will include music, art, sports, history and interactive children’s activities. 877.864.0868Colorado Springs - 33rd Annual Colorado Balloon Classic Sept. 5-7, 2009 Memorial Park Crested Butte - The People's Fair in Crested Butte (Arts, Crafts & More)
September 5-6, 2009 970.349.6484 Crested Butte - September Splendor in the Rockies September 1-30, 2009
Valleywide • 800.814.8893 Delta County - Render the Rock Art Festival - Crawford Sept. 5, 2009 970.921.4300 Dillon/Silverthorne - Sunset at the Summit Concerts Saturdays: June 20-Sept. 5 (7pm) Durango - Four Corners' Biker Rally September 3-7 Fort Collins - Thunder in the Rockies Motorcycle Rally
September 5-7, 2009
Northern Colorado and the Budweiser Events Center will rumble with more than 60K people enjoying live music, vendors, stunt shows, exhibitions, daily poker runs and scenic rides, headliner concerts and Harley-Davidson demos.
800.274.3678 Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Glenwood Springs - Glenwood’s Downtown Market Tuesdays, June 16 through September 22, 2009 This open-air market features fresh produce, hand-made crafts, cooking demonstrations by local chefs, a soup contest, wine tastings, live music and an Oktoberfest grand finale. glenwoodmarket.com Granby Farmers Market Granby Every Friday from June 5-Oct. 2 Ouray - Environmental Education Lecture Series & Nature Detectives
May 25 - Sept. 7 (every Fri. & Sat. evening)
Perfect for the kids, every Saturday morning at Ridgway State Park Pagosa Springs -Four Corners Folk Festival Sept. 4-6th 2009 Pueblo -Colorado State Fair - August 28-September 7
One of the country's largest state fairs, featuring top country and pop entertainers, PRCA rodeo action, 4-H exhibits, food, carnival rides and lots of family fun. 800.876.4567 • www.coloradostatefair.com Steamboat Springs - Labor Day Celebration September 5-6 Telluride - Telluride Film Festival September 4-7 Vail - Jazz at Vail Square September 3, 2009 Vail Square at Arrabelle Vail - Vail Jazz Festival September 4-7, 2009 Labor Day Weekend Vail - Rotary Labor Day Duck Race September 6, 2009 Gore Crk Promenade
Return to Top | | Buena Vista/Salida -Apple Fest September 12, 2009 Breckenridge - Main Street Performances June-September 2009
Get into the Blue! Catch a variety of free afternoon entertainment
in the Blue River Plaza every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through September! Performances will include music, art, sports, history and interactive children’s activities. 877.864.0868 Canon City - Belvedere Blues Fest September 11-13 Crested Butte - September Splendor in the Rockies September 1-30, 2009
Valleywide • 800.814.8893 Crested Butte - Fall Festival of Beers & Chili Cook-Off September 12, 2009
Mt. Crested Butte • 800.545.4505 Dillon/Silverthorne - Marina Mutt Contest September 7 Estes Park - Longs Peak Scottish/Irish Highland Festival Sept. 10-13, 2009
www.scotfest.com • 970.586.6308 • 800.90.ESTES Estes Park - 3rd Annual Estes Park Film Festival September 12, 2009 Hosted by the Historic Park Theater. www.estesparkfilm.com • 970.231.2580 Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Frisco - Beetlefest September 12-13, 2009
Frisco's zany festival to ward off the Evil Pine Beetle. Frisco Main St. Frisco - Autumn Spectacular
September 12-27, 2009 Specials & events. Glenwood Springs - Glenwood’s Downtown Market Tuesdays, June 16 through September 22, 2009 This open-air market features fresh produce, hand-made crafts, cooking demonstrations by local chefs, a soup contest, wine tastings, live music and an Oktoberfest grand finale. glenwoodmarket.com Granby Farmers Market Granby Every Friday from June 5-Oct. 2 Ouray - 36th Annual Imogene Pass Run September 12
Rugged 17 mile race from Ouray over 13,114 ft. Imogene Pass to Telluride. One of the top mountain races in the U.S. Pre-registration only. 15 yrs & older.
Info: www.imogenerun.com • 970.728.0251 Snowmass - Jazz Aspen Snowmass (JAS) Labor Day Festival Sept. 4-7, 2009 Snowmass - Oktoberfest September 12, 2009 Telluride - Telluride Wine Auction September 11-13 Vail - Oktoberfest September 11-13, 2009 Lionshead Village Vail - VRD Trail Running Series: Evergold Sept. 13, 2009 Vail Mountain Winter Park - Grand County Parade of Homes Sept. 12-13 & 19-20, 2009
Come tour some of Grand County's finest homes. All built by local builders, these beautiful and unique homes showcase what the mountain living lifestyle is all about. 866.726.4118 • www.grandcountyparadeofhomes.com Return to Top | | Buena Vista/Salida -Autumn Color Run September 19, 2009 Breckenridge - Main Street Performances June-September 2009
Get into the Blue! Catch a variety of free afternoon entertainment
in the Blue River Plaza every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through September! Performances will include music, art, sports, history and interactive children’s activities. 877.864.0868 Breckenridge - 15th Annual Breckenridge Oktoberfest September 18-20, 2009
The high country’s premier Oktoberfest celebration brings Bavarian food, German brews, lederhosen and Oompah music to Breckenridge’s Main Street. The prestigious Brewmaster’s Dinner kicks off the weekend-long party on Friday night. 877.864.0868 Canon City - 4th Annual Skyline Open September 19 Crested Butte - September Splendor in the Rockies September 1-30, 2009
Valleywide • 800.814.8893 Delta County - Ute Council Tree Pow Wow - Delta Sept. 18-20, 2009 970.874.1718 Durango - Tour de Fat September 19 Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Frisco - Autumn Spectacular
September 12-27, 2009 Specials & events. Grand Junction -Colorado Mountain Winefest September 17-20, 2009
800.704.3667 • www.coloradowinefest.com Glenwood Springs - Glenwood’s Downtown Market Tuesdays, June 16 through September 22, 2009 This open-air market features fresh produce, hand-made crafts, cooking demonstrations by local chefs, a soup contest, wine tastings, live music and an Oktoberfest grand finale. glenwoodmarket.com Granby Farmers Market Granby Every Friday from June 5-Oct. 2 Pagosa Springs -ColorFest: Wine & Food Festival September 18-20th 2009 Pagosa Springs -Brew & Band Blowout September 19th 2009 Pagosa Springs -Hot Air Balloon Rally September 19 -20th 2009 Snowmass - 34th Annual Snowmass Balloon Festival Sept. 18-20, 2009 Telluride - Blues & Brews September 18-20 Telluride - Fall Colors Mid-September to Early October Vail - Colorado Grand Sept. 17-18, 2009
Thursday Finish/Friday Show (tentative) Lionshead Village Vail - Oktoberfest September 18-20, 2009 Vail Village Winter Park - Grand County Parade of Homes Sept. 12-13 & 19-20, 2009
Come tour some of Grand County's finest homes. All built by local builders, these beautiful and unique homes showcase what the mountain living lifestyle is all about. 866.726.4118 • www.grandcountyparadeofhomes.com Return to Top | | Aspen - Golden Leaf Sept. 26, 2009 970.429.2093 www.aspenrecreation.com Buena Vista/Salida -ATV Historical Color Tour September 22-26, 2009 Breckenridge - Main Street Performances June-September 2009
Get into the Blue! Catch a variety of free afternoon entertainment
in the Blue River Plaza every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through September! Performances will include music, art, sports, history and interactive children’s activities. 877.864.0868 Canon City/Royal Gorge - September 25th, 2009-6:00pm-Winemaker’s Dinner, Abbey Winery - www.abbeywinery.com Canon City/Royal Gorge - September 26th-27th 2009 8th Annual Harvest Fest
Abbey Winery - www.abbeywinery.com Crested Butte - September Splendor in the Rockies September 1-30, 2009
Valleywide • 800.814.8893 Delta County - Mountain Harvest Festival - Paonia Sept. 25-27, 2009 970.527.3424 Delta County - Color Sunday Week - Grand Mesa Sept. 21-27, 2009 970.856.4153 Durango - Fall Photographer's Special September 26-27 Durango - Oktober Fest September 25-27 Estes Park - Autumn Gold - A Festival of Bands, Brats 'n Beer Sept. 26-27, 2009
A festival of brats & bands in down town. 800.44.ESTES • 970.577.9900 Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Frisco - Autumn Spectacular
September 12-27, 2009 Specials & events. Glenwood -Glenwood's Downtown Market Soup Contest Sept. 22, 2009
Downtown restaurants vie for the coveted traveling soup trophy. Sample local restaurants' soups and vote for your favorite! Glenwood -Downtown Market Oktoberfest September 26, 2009
4th annual Oktoberfest featuring seasonal beers, food, German bands, and a Bavarian dance group. Glenwood Springs - Glenwood’s Downtown Market Tuesdays, June 16 through September 22, 2009 This open-air market features fresh produce, hand-made crafts, cooking demonstrations by local chefs, a soup contest, wine tastings, live music and an Oktoberfest grand finale. glenwoodmarket.com Granby Farmers Market Granby Every Friday from June 5-Oct. 2 Pagosa Springs -Mountain Chile Cha Cha & Trail Run Sept. 26th 2009 Pueblo -15th Annual Loaf 'n Jug Chile & Frijoles Festival - September 25-27
A free event put on by the Greater Pueblo Chamber of Commerce
originally created to celebrate the harvest of Pueblo Mira Sol Chilies.
800.233.3446 • www.pueblochamber.org Telluride - Fall Colors Mid-September to Early October Return to Top | | Aspen - Aspen FilmFest September 30-October 4, 2009, 970.925.6882, www.aspenfilm.org Breckenridge - Main Street Performances June-September 2009
Get into the Blue! Catch a variety of free afternoon entertainment
in the Blue River Plaza every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through September! Performances will include music, art, sports, history and interactive children’s activities. 877.864.0868 Colorado Springs - Oktoberfest October 3-4, 2009 Royal Gorge Bridge & Park Crested Butte - Gunsmoke-n-Gunnison June 27-28, July 25-26,
Aug. 29-30, Oct. 3-4 970.641.4787 Crested Butte - September Splendor in the Rockies September 1-30, 2009
Valleywide • 800.814.8893 Delta County - Cedaredge Applefest - Cedaredge Oct. 1-4, 2009 970.856.6961 Durango - Durango Cowboy Gathering October 1-4 Estes Park - Elk Fest October 3-4, 2009 A celebration of all things Wapiti. Bond Park in the center of
downtown Estes Park. 970.577.9900 • 800.44.ESTES Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Granby Farmers Market Granby Every Friday from June 5-Oct. 2 Ouray - Oktoberfest & 45th Annual Jeep Raffle Drawing Oct. 3
Come enjoy the music, dancing, food, & fun! Ouray Community Center. Ouray - 2nd Annual La Sportiva Ouray Mountain Trail Run Oct. 3
This run circumnavigates a 13.9 mile loop around the City of Ouray on USFS trails. The run is scheduled to coincide with Ouray Oktoberfest for even more enjoyment! Info: www.ouraytrailrun.com Telluride - Fall Colors Mid-September to Early October Vail - GeoCache Dash Vail October 3, 2009 Various Vail - Vail Vallley Challenge Cup October 3-4, 2009 All Soccor Fields Return to Top | | Durango - Durango Heritage Celebration October 8-11 Durango - Durango Heritage Train October 10 Durango - Pumpkin Patch Express October 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 31 Estes Park - Surprise Sidewalk Sale October 10-11, 2009 Where the surprise is what you'll find. Downtown Estes Park. 970.577.9900 • 800.44.ESTES Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Granby Farmers Market Granby Every Friday from June 5-Oct. 2 Telluride - Fall Colors Mid-September to Early October Return to Top | | Durango - Pumpkin Patch Express October 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 31 Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Glenwood -Ghost Walk through Linwood Cemetery Oct. 16-18, 23-25, & 30-31 2009
The Frontier Historical Society and Museum presents a ghostly visit to the past. Guides take participants by lantern light through Linwood Cemetery where actors portray people who lived in Glenwood Springs 100 years ago, including gunslinger and dentist, John "Doc" Holliday. 970.945.4448 Return to Top | | Durango - Pumpkin Patch Express October 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 31 Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Glenwood -Ghost Walk through Linwood Cemetery Oct. 16-18, 23-25, & 30-31 2009
The Frontier Historical Society and Museum presents a ghostly visit to the past. Guides take participants by lantern light through Linwood Cemetery where actors portray people who lived in Glenwood Springs 100 years ago, including gunslinger and dentist, John "Doc" Holliday. 970.945.4448 Return to Top | | Durango - Pumpkin Patch Express October 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 31 Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Glenwood -Ghost Walk through Linwood Cemetery Oct. 16-18, 23-25, & 30-31 2009
The Frontier Historical Society and Museum presents a ghostly visit to the past. Guides take participants by lantern light through Linwood Cemetery where actors portray people who lived in Glenwood Springs 100 years ago, including gunslinger and dentist, John "Doc" Holliday. 970.945.4448 Granby - Halloween Parade & Contest, October 31 Vail - Ski Swap October 30-31, 2009 Vail - Trick-or-Treat Trot October 31, 2009 Vail Village & Lionshead Village Return to Top | | Estes Park - Catch The Glow Holiday Celebration & Evening Parade Nov. 27, 2009
Kick off the holiday season downtown. All activities are FREE, beginning at noon & parade starts at 5:30pm. 970.577.9900 • 800.44.ESTES Estes Park - Holiday House Christmas Bazaar November 28, 2009 Annual bazaar filled with homemade baked goods and crafts. $1 admission. 970.586.7205 Estes Park - Holiday Home Tour December 5, 2009 An annual tour of showcase homes in the Estes Park area. Tickets: $12 in advance; $15 on the day of the tour. Tickets available at the Estes Park Visitors Center. 970.586.5800 Fort Collins - First Friday Gallery Walk
First Friday of Every Month 2009
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambience of Old Town. 970.482.2232 Glenwood Springs - Holiday Lighting Ceremony November 27, 2009 The holiday season officially starts with the traditional lighting of the historic Hotel Colorado. Sing along with roving carolers and warm up with hot cocoa and cider. Watch with wide-eyed wonder as thousands of twinkling lights burst through the darkness transforming the hotel and the courtyard into an instant wonderland. Inside, several animated displays and 12 foot trees decorate the lobby. Jolly old St. Nick will be there, too! Free to the public. Return to Top | | Glenwood Springs - A Grand Holiday December 5, 2009 Catch the holiday spirit in downtown Glenwood Springs on this special evening from 4 to 8 p.m. Many stores stay open late, making it easy to check items off your holiday shopping list. Santa will also make an appearance and a small herd of reindeer will charm adults and kids alike. Throughout the evening Mountain Harmony Carolers will fill the night air with favorite yuletide tunes. For more information: 970-945-6589. Glenwood Springs - New Year’s Eve Celebrations December 31, 2009 Ring in the New Year with a splash at the Glenwood Hot Springs Pool. There are party hats and noisemakers for everyone at the stroke of midnight and a chance to win an annual Pool Pass. This is a non-alcoholic event for the whole family. 800-537-7946 or 970-945-6571, hotspringspool.com Return to Top |
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