EnCompass Events
What's happening across Colorado
Stories on Stage presents “People Behaving Badly”
Sept. 22, 2019, 1:30 & 6:30 p.m.
A story that celebrates everything that’s illegal, immoral or fattening.
19th Annual Mountain Harvest Festival
Sept. 26–29, 2019
Thu: 12–9 p.m.
Fri: 12–11 p.m.
Sat: 9 a.m.–Midnight
Sun: 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Enjoy the music of the North Fork Valley, browse local arts and crafts and participate in the fun activities like farm tours, grape stomps and...
5th Annual Telluride Festival of Cars & Colors
Sept. 26–29, 2019
Thu: 2–9 p.m.
Fri: 9 a.m.–7 p.m.
Sat: 8 a.m.–9 p.m
Sun: 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m
A world-class celebration for automobile aficionados and lifestyle enthusiasts.
Get The Led Out: The American Led Zeppelin Concert
Sept. 26, 2019, 7:30–11 p.m
Come relive the passion and fury of the timeless rock anthems and intimate melodies that spans the mythic career of rock ‘n’ roll royalty that is...
OktoBREWfest 2019
Sept. 27–28, 2019
Fri: 5–10 p.m.
Sat: 11 a.m.–9 p.m.
Enjoy live music, a wide variety of regular and specialty brews, food, kids' activities and more.
2019 Fruita Fall Festival
Sept. 27–29, 2019
Fri: 9 a.m.–10 p.m.
Sat: 7 a.m.–10 p.m.
Sun: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
A 3-day event filled with events including live music, a talent show, parade, carnival, outhouse races, golf tournament, a cooking contest, street...
Junktique Antique Show & Market
Sept. 27–28, 2019
Fri: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sat: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Colorado’s premier outdoor antique, vintage show, and flea market event.
Pikes Peak Restaurant Week
Sept. 27–Oct. 6, 2019, All day
Restaurants around the Pikes Peak region will be offering a discounted multi-course meal for one of three pricing tiers: $15, $30, or $45 per...
Hotel de Paris Museum Experiential Tour: Wine, Charcuterie, and French Cheeses
Sept. 27, 2019, 5–7 p.m.
Uncork the stories and explore the Hotel de Paris Museum through wine and food with a knowledgeable tour guide and see where culinary history was...
20th Annual Elk Fest
Sept. 28–29, 2019
Sat: 8:30 a.m.–Midnight
Sun: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
A celebration of the annual elk rut.
85th Annual Stone Age Fair
Sep. 28–29, 2019
Sat 9 a.m.–7 p.m.
Sun: 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
Hundreds of world class displays of Native American artifacts, guest speakers, and flint knapping and bead making demonstrations.
2nd Annual Love Your Gorge
Sept. 28, 2019, 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Help restore the natural resources in the Uncompahgre River Gorge.
3rd Annual Celtic Fest Brigit
Sept. 28, 2019, 10a.m.–6 p.m.
This Celtic Fest features a full day of engaging and interactive fun for the whole family, benefiting local food banks and other local charities...
EBCA Longmont Studio Tour
Sept. 28–29, 2019, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Enjoy self-guided tours of 48 artists studios around Longmont and the surrounding communities.
George Widener Art Exhibit
Sept. 28, 2019–Jan. 12, 2020
Wed–Sat: 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Sun: 12–4 p.m.
The extraordinary artwork of George Widener, from the collection of Victor Keen.
5th Annual Heritage Brewfest
Sept. 28, 2019, 12–5 p.m.
Outdoor brew festival featuring 25 local breweries, live music, and food trucks.
17th Annual Relay for Life of Southeast Communities
Sep. 28, 2019, 1–9 p.m.
The American Cancer Society – Relay For Life is a gathering of teams and individuals to celebrate those fighting the disease, those who are cured...
Tread of Pioneers Museum’s History Happy Hours
Oct. 1, 2019–Apr. 7, 2020
First Tuesdays, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Talks on the mysteries, legends, lore, debauchery, conflicts, wars, crimes, lawless, and lawmen of the Wild West.
31st Annual Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering
Oct. 3–6, 2019
Thu: 6–10 p.m.
Fri: 10 a.m.–10 p.m.
Sat: 7:30 a.m.–10 p.m.
Sun: 8:30 a.m.–2 p.m.
A celebration of the rich culture and heritage of the American cowboy.
38th Annual Great American Beer Festival
Oct. 3–5, 2019, 5:30–10 p.m.
Experience the largest collection of U.S. beer ever served in a public tasting event, plus a private competition.
42nd Annual Cedaredge Applefest
Oct. 5–6, 2019,
Sat: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sun: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Celebrate the local apple harvest with music, crafts, beer, wine and the arts.
Timber Dan Fall Antique & Collectible Toy Show
Oct. 5, 2019, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Thousands of antique and collectible toys will be on display and for sale, sponsored by the Loveland Lions Club.
8th Annual Harvest Festival & Miners’ Pumpkin Patch
Oct. 5–6, 2019, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Annual festival featuring a pumpkin patch, children’s play area, games, vendors of the finest from across the Pikes Peak Region, and more.
High Plains 3 Railers
Oct. 5–6, 2019, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
A weekend of 3-rail model railroading.
33rd Annual La Veta Oktoberfest
Oct. 5, 2019, 10 a.m.–6 p.m
Enjoy a German Biergarten, live music, arts, crafts and food vendors, veterans tribute, car show, and dancing.
Duo Art Exhibition: West by West
Oct. 5–26, 2019
Tue–Sat: 12–6 p.m.
Artists Teresa Elliot and Jill Soukup share their studied observations of the natural beauty of the famous West.
5th Annual Cherry Creek North Art Feast
Oct. 5, 2019, 2–5 p.m.
Walking tour of Cherry Creek North, featuring the area’s most acclaimed galleries and select bites from renowned restaurants
Ouray County Railroad Days
Oct. 10–13, 2019, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
A weekend of history, guided tours, and RGS Goose rides celebrating Ouray County's world-famous railroad heritage!
Rocky Mountain Weavers' Guild Fiber Arts Show & Sale
Oct. 10–12, 2019
Thu: 4–8 p.m.
Fri: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Sat: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Fiber art show featuring hand-crafted wearables, fashion accessories, and home décor.
Pumpkin Festival at Chatfield Farms
Oct. 11–13, 2019, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Celebrate fall with this treasured October tradition for the entire family.
The Cheyenne Mountain Run
Oct. 12, 2019, 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
Two trail races: a 25k for the more advanced trail runner; and a 3-mile trail run for all to enjoy.
Rocky Mountain Hobby-Expo
Oct. 12–13, 2019
Sat: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sun: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Family hobby event with hands-on demonstrations, workshops and items for sale.
6th Annual Pumpkins & Pilsners Festival
Oct. 12, 2019, 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
Celebrate autumn with local craft beer, food, and activities for all ages—including picking your own pumpkin.
Sugar Skulls and Bread of the Dead: Understanding Día de los Muertos
Oct. 12, 2019, 2–4 p.m.
Trace the history of the holiday from its role in the Aztec Empire to its place in modern Mexico.
Center Stage presents An Evening with C.S. Lewis
Oct. 13, 2019, 2–5 p.m.
Spend a captivating evening with a man whose engaging conversation and spontaneous humor made him one of the great raconteurs of his day.
5th Annual CultureFest Celebration
Oct. 17–19, 2019
Experience a variety of lectures, tours, activities, and demonstrations.
Boo at the Zoo
Oct. 18–20, 25–27, & 31, 2019
4–8:30 p.m.
A fun way for families with young children to trick-or-treat and enjoy Halloween festivities in a safe environment.
Denver Jazz Club presents the Queen City Jazz Band
Oct. 20, 2019, 1–5 p.m.
The Denver Jazz Club hosts the New Orleans style group, The Queen City Jazz Band, which performs all kinds of dixieland and traditional jazz music...
Glow at the Gardens
Oct. 21–25, 2019, 5:30–9:30 p.m.
The Denver Botanic Gardens dresses up for Halloween.
Trick or Treat Train
Oct. 26–27, 2019, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Enjoy a safe place to trick-or-treat, and catch a ride behind a historic Denver & Rio Grande Steam Locomotive.
25th Annual Emma Crawford Coffin Race & Parade
Oct. 26, 2019, Noon–9 p.m.
A parade starting at noon followed by 70 teams racing coffins down Manitou Ave. for the ultimate victory.
Munchkin Masquerade
Oct. 31, 2019, 3–6 p.m
Each Halloween, Downtown Boulder is invaded by tiny ghosts & goblins, dinosaurs & dragons, fairies & princes, super heroes and animals...
55th Annual Black Forest Arts and Crafts Guild Fall Show & Sale
Oct. 31–Nov. 3, 2019
Thu–Sat: 9 a.m.–8 p.m.
Sun: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
More than 90 artisan and culinary members will offer their hand-crafted items.
16th Annual Colorado Country Christmas Gift Show
Nov. 1–3, 2019
Fri: 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Sat: 9 a.m.–8 p.m.
Sun: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
A unique holiday shopping experience.
3rd Annual Rocky Bards Celtic Music Wounded Warrior Project Benefit Concert
Nov. 1, 2019, 7–10 p.m.
Local group of Celtic musicians and singers gather to perform a benefit concert for the Wounded Warrior Project.
2019 Colorado Springs Veterans Day Parade
Nov. 2, 2019, 10–11 a.m.
An annual tradition where veterans are cheered as they walk down Tejon Street.
6th Annual Fall Back Beer Fest
Nov. 2, 2019, 1–5 p.m.
Celebrating beer and beer education with some of the finest craft breweries and experts that Colorado has to offer in the heart of the Rockies....
2019 Rim Rock Marathon
Nov. 2, 2019, 8 a.m.–2 p.m.
Marathon, marathon relay, and downhill half marathon through Colorado National Monument
Colorado Springs Colorado Country Christmas Gift Show
Nov. 8–10, 2019
Fri–Sat: 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Sun: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Enjoy a unique holiday shopping experience.
Center Stage presents Nobuntu in Concert
Nov. 8, 2019, 7:30–10:30 p.m.
A female a cappella quintet from Zimbabwe.
45th Annual Longmont Turkey Trot
Nov. 9, 2019, 9 a.m.–Noon
Sign up to run one of the most scenic, fastest, 10k or 2-mile courses around!
Denver Veterans Day Parade & Festival
Nov. 9, 2019, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Join the community celebration and appreciation of Veterans with a parade and festival.
Georgetown Bighorn Sheep Festival
Nov. 9, 2019, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Celebrate Colorado’s state mammal—the Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep, in historic Georgetown.
The Polar Express Train Ride
Nov. 9–Dec. 23, 2019
5, 6:30 & 8 p.m.
Check website for complete schedule.
The story of The Polar Express is being theatrically re-created so you and your family can be immersed in the sights, sounds and intrigue of this...
Denver Veterans Day 5k & 10k Run
Nov. 10, 2019, 8–11 a.m.
This memorial 5k & 10k fun run is open to runners, joggers, walkers, kids of all ages, and dogs are always welcome.
The Polar Express™ Train Ride
Nov. 15, 2019–Jan. 2, 2020
5:15, 6:50 & 8:25 p.m. departures
Check website for complete schedule.
All ages can enjoy the experience, warmth and fun of the Christmas season on a special trip to the North Pole!
19th Annual Denver Christkindl Market
Nov. 22–Dec. 23, 2019
Sun–Thu: 11 a.m.–7 p.m.
Fri–Sat: 11 a.m.–9 p.m.
This annual event brings authentic German and European holiday traditions and a true spirit of an Old World Christmas to Denver.
Downtown Tree Lighting
Nov. 23, 2019, 5–7 p.m.
Catch the Spirit of the holidays in Downtown Grand Junction.
Switch on the Holidays
Nov. 24, 2019, 5–7 p.m.
Holiday sing-along performance led by the Boulder Children’s Chorale joined by members of the Boulder Chorale lead up to the grand illumination of...
31st Annual Festival of Trees
Nov. 29–Dec. 7, 2019
Check website for hours.
Every year the Festival of Trees presents a forest of beautifully decorated trees, from whimsical to elaborate, each with its own unique theme....
30th Annual Creede Chocolate Festival
Nov. 29–30, 2019
11 a.m.–4 p.m.
An annual two-day event showcasing luscious samples of chocolate specialties created by local business owners and individuals.
St. Nick on the Bricks
Nov. 29, Nov. 30–Dec. 21, 2019
Sat: 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Kids of all ages can visit with Santa for FREE at the Downtown Boulder Visitor Information Center.
Catch the Glow Christmas Parade & Celebration
Nov. 29, 2019, 12–7 p.m.
The annual “Catch the Glow” parade caps a day of full celebration and activities in downtown Estes Park.
Blossoms of Light
Nov. 29, 2019–Jan. 3, 2020
5–9 p.m.
Celebrate the holiday season with a dazzling and ever-changing display of light and color.
27th Annual ElectriCritters
Nov. 29–Dec. 31, 2019
5:30–8:30 p.m.
Check website for specific dates.
Stroll to the holiday music through this dazzling spectacle of animated animal creations while sipping on hot chocolate at the Pueblo Zoo.
Santa’s Village at Chatfield Farms
Nov. 29–Dec. 22, 2019
Fri–Sun thru 12/15: 4:30–8:30 p.m.
Daily from 12/16: 4:30–8:30 p.m.
Join the Botanic Gardens for an exciting holiday experience at Chatfield Farms.
59th Annual Olde Golden Christmas
Nov. 30–Dec. 31, 2019, all day
Visit website for full schedule.
Step back to a simpler time of strong family traditions and small-town holiday celebrations.
Colorado Ballet's The Nutcracker
Nov. 30–Dec. 29, 2019
Thu–Fri: 7:30 p.m.
Sat–Sun: 1 & 6:30 p.m.
Check website for complete schedule.
Check website for complete schedule.
The 59th annual production features timeless choreography paired with Tchaikovsky’s extraordinary arrangement.
14th Annual Holiday Alpaca Extravaganza
Nov. 30–Dec. 1, 2019
Sat: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sun: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Browse a range of products made from alpaca fiber and alpaca blends.
12th Annual Wassail Days
Nov. 30–Dec. 8, 2019, Times vary.
Check website for full schedule.
Local businesses serve their own special recipe wassail and other holiday festivities.
24th Annual Greeley Lights the Night Parade
Nov. 30, 2019, 5:30–7 p.m.
Join the fun at the annual Greeley Lights the Night parade and downtown lighting ceremony.
Family Christmas at the Hamill House
Dec. 1, 2019, 3–5 p.m.
A traditional Victorian Christmas celebration.
Farolito Lighting & Pinecone Ceremony
Dec. 1, 2019, 4–6 p.m.
Join Tesoro as it ushers in the holiday season with its Farolito Lighting & Pinecone Ceremony.
Palisade Olde Fashioned Christmas
Dec. 6–7, 2019
Fri: 5–7 p.m.
Sat: 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
The whole town will be decorated for visitors to enjoy holiday magic with all the sights, sounds, tastes, and shopping.
45th Annual 9NEWS Parade of Lights
Dec. 6–7, 2019
Fri: 8 p.m.
Sat: 6 p.m.
The annual downtown Denver parade features marching bands, ornate floats, and of course a special appearance by Major Waddles and Santa.
60th Annual Georgetown Christmas Market
Dec. 7–8 & 14–15, 2019
Sat–Sun:10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Georgetown is transformed into a festive European Christmas Market.
Homesteader’s Holiday
Dec. 7, 2019, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Greeley's Centennial Village Museum is decorated for the holidays.
10th Annual 1940s White Christmas Ball
Dec. 7, 2019
4p.m.–1 a.m.
Step back in time this Christmas for an unforgettably magical ‘40s & ‘50s holiday party.
36th Annual Grand Junction Parade of Lights
Dec. 7, 2019, 5–7 p.m.
Thousands of spectators line Main Street as more than 100 lighted entries enchant viewers.
35th Annual Festival of Lights Parade
Dec. 7, 2017, 5:50–7 p.m.
Annual holiday parade down Tejon St.
2019 Lyons Holiday Parade of Lights
Dec. 7, 2019, 6–10 p.m.
Illuminated, colorful floats march down Main Street, followed by fireworks.
32nd Annual Lights of December Parade
Dec. 7, 2019, 6–7 p.m.
Enjoy floats, marching bands, lit fire engines, holiday carolers, and more.
60th Annual Georgetown Christmas Market
Dec. 7–8 & 14–15, 2019
Sat–Sun:10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Georgetown is transformed into a festive European Christmas Market.
Center Stage presents Piano Battle
Feb. 3, 2020, 7:30–10:30 p.m.
Pianists Andreas Kern and Paul Cibis go head-to-head on stage with a variety of classical pieces.
Center Stage presents George Orwell’s 1984 by Aquila Theatre
Mar. 15, 2020, 4–7 p.m.
In the throes of unprecedented challenges to privacy, truth, and personal expression, Aquila Theatre brings 1984, George Orwell’s cautionary novel...