July is jam-packed with festivals, arts, nightlife and much more! Saddle up for a Rooftop Rodeo and set up your chair for the SnowyGrass Music Festival. Check back for 4th of July festivities and much more. Discover a host of exciting 4th of July events here!
Take a free tour of local art galleries! Various locations will be serving food & refreshments and hosting artist meet & greets, demonstrations, show opening and live music. Ride the free Estes Park Trolley to keep you warm between galleries.
Known as "the rodeo with altitude," this annual 6-day rodeo features the Professional Rodeo Cowboy's Association best competitors, both animals & cowboys/cowgirls. The 2024 Rooftop Rodeo will be an event not to be missed!
The 9th Annual SnowyGrass Music Festival will be held at Stanley Park (380 Community Drive). Presented by Upstream Concerts.
Enjoy this weekly French-inspired artisan market at George Hix Riverside Plaza. 111 E. Riverside Dr.
Check out the Estes Valley Farmers Market every Thursday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. On Farmers Market days, the Visitor Center parking lot will be closed to all vehicles except transit buses, those with valid ADA credentials and those looking to quickly drop off or pick up market products. Farmers Market patrons must park in the parking structure at 691 N Saint Vrain Ave. Market location: 500 Big Thompson Ave; Facebook.com/EstesValleyFarmersMarket
The Historic Fall River Hydroplant plant was constructed in 1909 to produce electricity for the Stanley Hotel and surrounding areas. Later, F.O. Stanley sold the plant to the Public Service Company of Colorado. In 1945, the Town of Estes Park purchased and maintained the Hydroplant until it was severely damaged in 1982 by the Lawn Lake Flood. Operating as an interpretive site since 2002, the Hydroplant will be open Wednesday – Saturday, 1-4 p.m., May 31 through September 2, 2023. Guided tours of the Hydroplant will be given at 1, 2 and 3 p.m., no reservations are required and admission is free. 1754 Fish Hatchery Rd, Estes Park, CO 80517; (970) 586-6256; EstesPark.Colorado.Gov/Museum
Learn about the geology of the Fall River and Big Thompson Valleys, set out on a mindfulness retreat and guided hike, and step up your night sky photography skills! The Rocky Mountain Conservancy offers classes monthly. Check their calendar.
Explore the home of the three generations of MacGregors who settled, homesteaded, and developed the land to become the Ranch that provided for their family and the town. Built in the 1800's the MacGregor's facilitated many avenues of growth for the town of Estes Park and its other influential members. Contact them in advance for groups larger than eight. 180 MacGregor Lane, Estes Park, CO 80517; MacGregorRanch.Org/Museum
My Tarot Mom is an intuitive tarot reader guiding people to love, joy and success. Stop by Raven's Roast Coffee & Tea Lounge every Tuesday between 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. for a reading. 20% of the proceeds go to the Pet Association of Estes Park.
Calling all musicians, poets and performers! Come grab a beer before you take the stage and enjoy a night of live music in the taproom, hosted by local musician, Chris Theunissen. 920 Dunraven St, Estes Park, CO 80517; (970) 591-2700; avantgardealeworks.com
Join La Cabaña Mexican Bar & Grill every Saturday from 5-9 p.m. for dinner and a dance party. Dance to the tunes of bachata and reggaeton by Sonido Cali.
Ignite your summer nights and join The Bull Pin for Thursday Acoustics at Dusk, where the atmosphere sizzles with the sounds of talented musicians from 6-9pm every Thursday throughout the summer. Talented musicians include Marcus James, Daniel Pouse, Jason Lenz, Jay Roemer, Jon Pickett and more.
Head to the Inn on Fall River for live music featuring Marcus James and great cocktails at our outdoor Patio Bar from 7-9 p.m.!
American Legion Post 119 is proud to announce the continuation of our world-class Listening Room, presenting nationally acclaimed singer/songwriters on a regular basis to the citizens of Estes Park and the entirety of the front-range communities. Some evenings will also be dedicated to our local amazing singer/songwriters from our area.
Join Estes Park Yoga at the Trailborn Rocky Mountains for a good ol' morning yoga class to start your day in Estes Park off right! Trailborn has an amazing patio where we practice, and there is plenty of parking. Estes Park locals and visitors are welcome! We have some mats to borrow, but if you have your own, please feel free to bring it along. Consider staying after class and socializing with a coffee or tea at Trailborn's full service cafe. Saturdays 8:30-9:30 a.m. Be sure to reserve your spot in advance!
What better way to get friends and family together than with a good old-fashioned sing along! Karaoke Nights, hosted weekly on Fridays and Saturdays at Lonigans from 9 p.m.-12 a.m.!
Join Marcia for a New Moon & Full Moon Ceremony and Meditation as she helps you release the negative aspects of your life to create a fresh, positive, fulfilling, and loving journey. Want to ignite your Divine Feminine Power? Join her for a glorious celebration around all that is beautiful and wonderful about women's incredible nurturing and inspiring energy. Visit My Tarot Mom's website for a calendar, and email or text to reserve your space.
Hidden beneath The Post Restaurant, upon the historic Stanley Hotel grounds, there is a secret subterranean theatre, where the greatest magicians in the world perform. Master Magician Aiden Sinclair, from the hit series America's Got Talent and Penn and Teller's Fool Us, has invited only the finest prestidigitators to appear in this enchanting new venue. Join them for an unforgettable and immersive experience that will inspire your imagination and kindle the wonder in your soul. 333 E. Wonderview Ave., Estes Park, CO, 80517; 970-290-2361; aidensinclairsunderground.com
Enjoy live music every Wednesday - Saturday at the Twin Owls Steakhouse. Wednesdays starting at 6:30pm, listen to local bluegrass. Thursday - Saturday starting at 5:30pm, stop in for James Davis Spanish & Classical Guitar. For dining guests only, some exceptions apply. Call (970) 586-9344 to make a reservation. 3110 S. Saint Vrain Ave., Estes Park, CO 80517; (970) 586-9344; Taharaa.com/Twin-Owls-Steakhouse
Enjoy a family-friendly bingo night at the American Legion, and play for cash prizes! Every Sunday at 4:30 p.m. and Tuesday at 6 p.m. 850 N St Vrain Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517; (970) 586-6118; esteslegion.org
From DIY Tie Dye Shirts and Fused Glass Necklaces to Felted Hummingbirds and Acrylic Pour Painting, Inspired Artisan Market & Studio offers no shortage of unique experiences for all ages. See their website for details.138 Moraine Ave., Estes Park, CO 80517; (970) 685-8818; inspiredartexperiences.com
Originally a sandwich shop at the entrance of Rocky Mountain National Park and then evolved into a dance hall, The Rock Inn now boasts weekly live music paired with an ever-evolving food menu & full bar. 1675 State Highway 66, Estes Park, CO 80517; (970) 214 2953; rockinnestes.com
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