All Upcoming Events

Jazz Fest

22nd Annual Jazz Fest and Spring Art Walk.  Jazz Noon to 5 pm.; Art Walk 10 am.  Free.

Free at Performance Park, a natural outdoor amphitheatre.  Headline acts are top local and national artists.

Sat. May 19:  Estes Park Jazz Big Band (noon), The Gulizia Brothers Group (1:05 pm), Louis Hayes and his New York Quartet (2:30 pm), The Rocky Mountain Trio with Jazz Pianist Jeff Jenkins and featuring vocalist Terri Jo (4 pm), The Max Wagner Trio (6:30 pm at Mama Rose's Restaurant).

Dates: 
May 19, 2012 - May 20, 2012

Parade of Years

Commemorating K.O. Stanley's historic trips around Memorial Day to meet the first tourist trains of the season in his Mountain Wagon to bring summer visitors up to Estes Park, the Estes Park Car Club puts on the Parade of Years from Loveland up Hwy 34 Big Thompson Canyon to Estes Park.  Classic cars are on display at Bond Park.  Estes Park was one of the first resorts to flourish because of the automobile.  Parade leaves Loveland at 10:30am on Saturday, and stops at Drake on the way up.

Dates: 
May 19, 2012 - May 20, 2012

Art Market

Outdoor gathering of 100+ local and national art vendors showing their creations.  Bond Park.  Free.

Dates: 
May 26, 2012 - May 28, 2012

Antiques and Collectibles Show

Estes Park Antiques and Collectibles Show where dozens of vendors sell treasures such as quilts, Victorian furniture and china.  Barn W. Fairgrounds at Stanley Park.  That same weekend, the Art Market also brings nearly 100 local and national vendors showing their creative works.

 

Dates: 
May 26, 2012 - May 28, 2012

Fishing Derby

26th Annual Lake Estes Fishing Derbey.  Lake Estes Marina.

Dates: 
June 2, 2012

Wool Market

Wool Market workshops held prior to the Market.  Estes Park High School. 9am  Pre-registration 970-586-6104.

 

22nd Annual Wool Market Fiber Festival.  A fiber market showcasing all the animals we use for clothing, rope, and protection.  Competitions, food booths, and a vendor's barn of fleeces, yarns, fiber equipment and finished products like handmade sweaters, hats, and mittens. 

Fairgrounds at Stanley Park.

Dates: 
June 7, 2012 - June 10, 2012

Get Outdoors Day

To celebrate Get Outdoors Day and encourage everyone visit their national park, Rocky Mountain National Park is offering free entrance fees on June 9, a $20 savings.

Dates: 
June 9, 2012

Ride the Rockies Bike Tour

On June 14-15, 2012 the famous Colorado bike race/tour will visit and overnight in Estes Park before the final day's ride to the finish line in Fort Collins.  The route on June 14 will be from Granby to Estes over the Continental Divide on Trail Ridge Road.  Watch elite riders zoom into town, and take part in the evening festivities!

Dates: 
June 14, 2012 - June 15, 2012

Estes Park Marathon, Half Marathon

Come out and show how you can run at altitude!  Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K/5K Race and Kid's Fun Run.  Estes Park Middle School.  Marathon at 7am.  10K at 8am.  5K at 9am.  Pre-registration 970-586-8191. 

Dates: 
June 16, 2012 - June 17, 2012

Westernaires Horseback Drill Team

Come watch the Westernaires precision mounted drill team - heart-stopping entertainment for the whole family!  These outstanding youth from 9 to 19 represent the finest in Colorado with their dedication, talent, and moral character as they WOW the crowd with their amazing skills on horseback.  At the Stanley Park Fairground, June 22 and 23 at 7:00 pm.

Dates: 
June 22, 2012 - June 23, 2012

Scandinavian Midsummer Festival

Scandinavians celebrate the summer solstice - the longest day of the year - with a festival of music, flowers, and food in Estes Park the last weekend in June. Festivities begin on Saturday morning with the raising of the Maypole and a colorful opening ceremony. Entertainment by folk dance groups and Scandinavian musicians. Scandinavian food and crafts of all kinds available. All daytime activities of the festival are free and open to the public. Bond Park in center of Downtown, 970-577-9900; 800-44-ESTES   Saturday 9:30am to 4pm.  Sunday 10am to 4pm.  Free.

Dates: 
June 23, 2012 - June 24, 2012

Coolest Car Show

Vintage Vehicles on display at Bond Park. An annual gathering of hot rods, classic cars, and antique vehicles. 10am - 3pm.

Dates: 
July 4, 2012

July 4 Fireworks

Fireworks over Lake Estes 9:30p.  Free.

Dates: 
July 4, 2012

Rooftop Rodeo

86th Annual Rooftop Rodeo - named the best small rodeo in the United States in 2008, 2009, and 2010.  Professional (PRCA) Cowboys compete in all the classic events.  The rodeo begins with a parade at 10:30am Tuesday (Free) .  Midway activities open at 5:30pm and the rodeo begins at 7:30pm each evening.

Dates: 
July 10, 2012 - July 15, 2012

Heritage Festival

A celebration of the history of Estes Park, including petting zoo, pie auction, Mountain Men tepee, old west enactments, and more. Free. 08/18/12 - 08/19/12, Bond Park in the Center of Downtown, 970-577-1903.  10am to 5pm on Sat, and 10am to 4pm on Sun.  Park at the Fairgrounds, visit the Draft Horse Show on your way, and take the free shuttle downtown.

Dates: 
August 18, 2012 - August 19, 2012

35th Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival

35th annual Longs Peak Scottish/Irish Highland Festival, the largest Scottish Irish Festival in the United States is Sept. 6-9.  Over 50 events: international jousting competition, nightly concerts, caber toss, hammer and stone throw, pipe bands, 1,000+ Irish/Scottish/Welsh dancers, food, clan exhibitions, dog competitions, 100+ Celtic importers and crafters, hour-long parade of bands on Elkhorn Avenue through downtown Estes Park on Saturday 9:30 am.

Dates: 
September 6, 2012 - September 9, 2012

Autumn Gold: Brats, Bands, n Beer

Bands: New musical lineup for 2012.  Saturday Sept 22 from 11am - 7pm, and Sunday Sept 23 from 11am - 5pm.  Downtown Estes Park.

Dates: 
September 22, 2012 - September 23, 2012

Fee Free Day in September

To celebrate Public Lands Day, the government is offering you the chance to get into Rocky Mountain National Park for free.  Come see the elk and enjoy -  no entrance fees.

Dates: 
September 29, 2012

Elk Fest

Fall is rut time for Estes Park's elk herds.  At this fun event we celebrate elk - you can see elk, learn about elk.  Native American Dancers entertain.

Bond Park 10 am.  Vendors, entertainment, and fun!

Dates: 
September 29, 2012 - September 30, 2012

Yoga Journal Conference

The 17th Annual Yoga Journal Conference: Colorado Register now for the Yoga Journal Conference: Colorado! Yoga Journal returns to Estes Park for its 17th Annual Colorado Conference, September 30 - October 7. Join them for 7 days of rejuvenating practice. With 100+ classes and 35+ master teachers, Friday evening classes, yoga and rock climbing intensives, kirtan, LUNAFEST, and much more, there’s something for everyone.

Dates: 
September 30, 2012 - October 7, 2012

RMNP Fee Free Days

Celebrate Veteran's Day weekend in Rocky Mountain National Park, surrounded by nature's beauty!  RMNP is offering free entrance to the park on Veteran's Day Weekend, November 10-12, 2012.  Check out Current Specials for military discounts in Estes Park lodges.

Dates: 
November 10, 2012 - November 12, 2012

Catch the Glow

Holiday celebration and evening parade (beginning at 5:30 pm).  Beginning at noon, children can visit with Santa and enjoy hayrides and pony rides.  Whimsical characters and festive carolers will entertain throughout the downtown area.  The day after Thanksgiving marks the official beginning of the Christmas Season in Estes Park.  It's celebrated with the most magical event of the year, the Catch the Glow Parade.  At dusk floats, marching bands, entertainers, wildlife characters, and Santa parade with sparkling lights, storybook figures, angels, and snowmen.

Dates: 
November 23, 2012