EnCompass Events
What’s happening across Colorado
Boo at the Zoo
Oct. 17–18, 23–25, & 30–31, 2020
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.
COVID-19 restrictions...
Munchkin Masquerade
Oct. 31, 2020, 2–4 p.m
Boulder's Pearl Street Mall is invaded by tiny trick-or-treaters.
Virtual History Happy Hours
Oct. 6, 2020–Apr. 6, 2021, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Learn about the rowdy and raucous side of Routt County’s history.
Denver Veterans Day Virtual Run
Nov. 7–15, 2020, All day
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. 7–Dec. 23, 2020
5, 6:30 & 8 p.m.
Check website for complete schedule.
Be immersed in the sights, sounds and intrigue of this classic children’s tale.
COVID-19 safety precautions will be in place.
Colorado Springs Colorado Country Christmas Gift Show
Nov. 13–15, 2020
Fri–Sat: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Sun: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Enjoy a unique holiday shopping experience.
COVID-19 restrictions will be in place.
20th Annual Denver Christkindl Market
Nov. 20–Dec. 23, 2020
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.
Blossoms of Light
Nov. 20, 2020–Jan. 3, 2021
5–9:45 p.m.
Celebrate the holiday season with a dazzling and ever-changing display of light and color.
Castle Rock Starlighting Celebration
Nov. 21, 2020, 2–7 p.m.
An annual traditions dating back to 1936.
Downtown Tree Lighting
Nov. 21, 2020, 5–7 p.m.
Catch the Spirit of the holidays in Downtown Grand Junction.
COVID-19 restrictions WILL be in place.
28th Annual ElectriCritters
Nov. 25–Dec. 27, 2020
5:30–8:30 p.m.
Check website for specific dates.
Stroll through a dazzling spectacle of animated animal creations at the Pueblo Zoo.
COVID-19 safety precautions will be in place.
31st Annual Creede Chocolate Festival
Nov. 27–28, 2020
11 a.m.–4 p.m.
An annual two-day event showcasing luscious samples of chocolate specialties created by local business owners and individuals.
Trail of Lights
Nov. 27, 2020–Jan. 3, 2021, 5–9 p.m.
Fri–Sun: Nov. 27–Dec. 13
Nightly: Dec. 18–Jan. 3
Travel along a winding path glistening with lights that illuminate the Colorado countryside.
30th Annual Denver Zoo Lights
Nov. 27, 2020–Jan. 3, 2021, 5:30 p.m.–9 p.m.
Nightly entertainment, animal encounters, and illuminated animal sculptures.
COVID-19 safety precautions will be in place.
46th Annual 9NEWS Parade of Lights
Nov. 27–Dec. 5, 2020
This year's holiday tradition will be a multi-week, socially safe extravaganza.
60th Annual Olde Golden Christmas
Nov. 28–Dec. 31, 2020, all day
Visit website for full schedule.
Step back to a simpler time of strong family traditions and small-town holiday celebrations.
13th Annual Wassail Days
Nov. 28–Dec. 6, 2020, Times vary.
Check website for full schedule and activities.
Holiday festivities in downtown Frisco.
Farolito Lighting & Pinecone Ceremony
Nov. 29, 2020, 4–6 p.m.
Join Tesoro as it ushers in the holiday season with its Farolito Lighting & Pinecone Ceremony.
Virtual History Happy Hours
Oct. 6, 2020–Apr. 6, 2021, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Learn about the rowdy and raucous side of Routt County’s history.
6th Annual Telluride Fire Festival
Dec. 4–6, 2020, All day
Be entertained by mesmerizing fire spinners and towering fiery art.
46th Annual Holiday Arts & Crafts Festival
Dec. 4–6, 2020
Fri: 2–7 p.m.
Sat: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sun: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Creative vendors from the surrounding four corners area will have handcrafted arts and crafts for sale
Noel Night Holiday Celebration
Dec. 4, 2020, 5–9 p.m.
Meet featured jewelry artist Michelle Tapia as see her work.
30th Annual Electric Safari
Dec. 4–6 & Dec. 11–January 1, 2021
(NOT open on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24)
5:30–8:30 p.m.
Celebrate holiday lights and cheer during Electric Safari with 85 light sculptures on more than 50 acres at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo.
Palisade Olde Fashioned Christmas
Dec. 5, 2020
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.
38th Annual Grand Junction Parade of Lights
Dec. 5, 2020, 5–7 p.m.
Spectators line Main Street as more than 100 lighted entries enchant viewers.
COVID-19 safety precautions will be in place.
36th Annual Festival of Lights Parade
Dec. 5, 2020, 5:30–8:30 p.m.
Drive through this stationary parade at The Broadmoor World Arena.
33rd Annual Lights of December Motorcade
Dec. 5, 2020, 6–7 p.m.
Vehicle-based motorcade viewable from home via live stream.
Robert Wands: A Retrospective Exhibit
Dec. 12, 2020–May 22, 2021
Wed–Sat: 10a.m.–3 p.m.
The works of retired CSU-Pueblo art professor Robert Wand.
12 Days of Aspen
Dec. 19–31, 2020, all day
Enjoy a variety of holiday events during this 12-day celebration.
Las Posadas
Dec. 24, 2020, 4–5:30 p.m.
Re-enactment of Mary and Joseph’s journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem in search of shelter.
Denver New Year’s Eve Fireworks
Dec. 31, 2020, 9 p.m. & Midnight
Two fireworks shows over Denver’s 16th Street Mall.
Virtual History Happy Hours
Oct. 6, 2020–Apr. 6, 2021, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Learn about the rowdy and raucous side of Routt County’s history.
Virtual History Happy Hours
Oct. 6, 2020–Apr. 6, 2021, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Learn about the rowdy and raucous side of Routt County’s history.
Virtual History Happy Hours
Oct. 6, 2020–Apr. 6, 2021, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Learn about the rowdy and raucous side of Routt County’s history.
Virtual History Happy Hours
Oct. 6, 2020–Apr. 6, 2021, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Learn about the rowdy and raucous side of Routt County’s history.
50th Annual UNC/Greeley Jazz Festival
Apr. 22–24, 2021, 8 a.m.–11 p.m.
Performances from internationally recognized artists, jazz lovers, award-winning clinicians, and more than 250 student big bands, combos, and jazz...
25th Annual Fruita Fat Tire Festival
May 7–9, 2021
Fri–Sat: 8 a.m.–10 p.m.
Sun: 8 a.m.–12 p.m.
Meet MTB friends from around the world and support those who support the passion, the lifestyle and the sport.
6th Annual Pikes Peak Birding & Nature Festival
May 21–23, 2021, All day
Birding festival complete with field trips, workshops, presentations, and more.
32nd Annual Taste of Creede Festival
May 28–31, 2021, All day
A festival of fine arts and dining.
65th Annual Colorado Square Dance Festival
June 4–5, 2021
Three days of square and round dancing, with a fashion show, sewing clinic, exhibitions, and vendors.
15th Annual Pagosa Springs Folk & Bluegrass Festival
June 4–6, 2021, All day
Three days of family friendly folk, bluegrass and Americana music.
Greeley Blues Jam
June 4–5, 2021
Fri: 4 p.m.–12 a.m.
Sat: 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
Two days of non-stop Blues with shopping, food, the Blues 101 stage, and specialty events like Craft Beer Sampling and Whiskey & Cigar Tasting...
36th Annual Colorado College Summer Music Festival
June 6–26, 2021, All day.
Three weeks of classical, contemporary, children's, and free lunchtime concerts
43rd Annual Parker Days Festival
June 10–13, 2021
Thu: 5–11 p.m.
Fri: 5 p.m.–12 a.m.
Sat: 9 a.m.–12 a.m.
Sun: 9 a.m.–10 p.m.
More than 250,000 people will descend on Parker for a weekend of great summer fun.
Brit Floyd: The World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Show
June 10, 2021, 8–11 p.m.
Pink Floyd tribute band concert.
12th Annual Palisade Bluegrass & Roots Festival
June 11–13, 2021, All day
Three days of bluegrass music.
44th Annual Colorado Renaissance Festival
June 12–Aug. 1, 2021
Sat–Sun: 10 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
Enter a 16th-century medieval city featuring authentically costumed performers, full-armor jousting, tasty turkey legs, music, and an artisan...
35th Annual Ride the Rockies
June 13–18, 2021
Race starts each day at 6 a.m.
Festivities are 12–9 p.m.
Bicycle tour through the communities of Durango, Cortez, Norwood, Ridgway, and Ouray County.
29th Annual Country Jam
June 17–20, 2021, All day
Four days of live performances by some of Country music's biggest stars.
32nd Annual Rocky Mountain Mustang Roundup
June 17–19, 2021
Thu: 1–4 p.m.
Fri: 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Sat: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
More than 450 Mustangs line downtown main street in Steamboat.
FOOD & WINE Classic in Aspen
June 18–20, 2021
Three incredible days of cooking demonstrations, wine tastings, and panel discussions led by world-class chefs and wine experts.
Pikes Peak Celtic Festival
June 18–20, 2021
Fri: 4–10 p.m.
Sat: 10 a.m.–10 p.m.
Sun: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Bagpipe bands, Celtic Rock groups, Irish and Highland dancing, Irish and Scottish cuisine, and fireworks.
27th Annual Colorado BBQ Challenge
June 18–19, 2021
Thu: 7–9:30 p.m. (Concert only)
Fri: 11 a.m.–9 p.m.
Sat: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
A KCBS-sanctioned competition entrants competing for prizes in a variety of BBQ categories.
12th Annual 1940s WWII Era Ball
June 19, 2021, 6 p.m.–1 a.m.
A USO-style event that features top vintage acts and big bands of the 1940s & ’50s, with dancing, food and drinks, and contests.
39th Annual Telluride Wine Festival
June 24–27, 2021, All day
Annual festival brings together renowned winemakers and America’s finest chefs for an intimate 4-day wine and food experience.
10th Annual Colorado Lavender Festival
June 25–27, 2021, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Immerse yourself in lavender.
90th Annual Donkey Derby Days
June 25–27, 2021
Sat: 9 a.m.–9 p.m.
Sun: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Donkey races, games, live entertainment, and heritage competitions.
28th Annual Scandinavian Midsummer Festival
June 25–27, 2021
Fri: 4–8 p.m.
Sat: 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sun: 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m.
Scandinavian tradition celebrating the summer solstice.
25th Annual Cowboy Up in Kiowa Rodeo
June 25–26, 2021
Fri: 6–11 p.m.
Sat: 8 a.m.–11 p.m.
CPRA-sanctions rodeo event, as well as activities for contestants, fans and their families.
20th Annual High Peaks Art Festival
Jun. 26–27, 2021
Sat: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sun: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Juried art festival features fine arts and contemporary crafts from more than 40 artists.
48th Annual Cherry Blossom Festival
June 26–27, 2021
Sat: 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
Sun: 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Celebrating Japanese heritage and culture.
10th Annual Keystone Bacon & Bourbon Festival
June 26–27, 2021, 1–6 p.m.
Thousands of pounds of bacon and bacon-inspired cuisine at your fingertips.
30th Annual Cherry Creek Arts Festival
July 2–4, 2021
Fri–Sat: 10 a.m.–10 p.m.
Sun: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Meet and talk with international juried visual artists, sample fine cuisine, enjoy live music, and interactive “ARTivities” in Cherry Creek North...
Rooftop Rodeo
July 5–10, 2021, All day.
A PRCA sanctioned rodeo, mutton bustin’, and parade.
80th Annual Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo
July 14–17, 2021, All day.
The top cowboys and cowgirls from across the country compete in seven standard rodeo events.
19th Annual Evergreen Jazz Festival
July 23–25, 2021
Fri: Noon–11 p.m.
Sat: 10 a.m.–10 p.m.
Sun: 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
A three-day celebration of traditional jazz featuring world-class musicians, with five intimate venues.
Chaffee County Fair & Rodeo
July 24–Aug. 1, 2021, All day.
One of Chaffee County's oldest summer events.
151st Annual Boulder County Fair
July 30–Aug. 8, 2021, All day.
Celebrate Colorado's oldest county fair.
3rd Annual Durango PlayFest
Aug. 2–7, 2021, 2–11 p.m.
Top-tier playwrights, directors, and actors gather to incubate new plays, hold free workshops, and engage audiences with affordable staged...
6th/7th Annual Estes Park Wine Festival
Aug. 6–7, 2021, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sample wine from more than 20 Colorado wineries, with local food, and live music.
San Luis Valley Beat the Heat BBQ & Brews
Aug. 6–7, 2021
Fri: 3–8 p.m.
Sat: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
A sanctioned Kansas City Barbecue Society and Rocky Mountain BBQ Association event.
24th Annual Keystone Bluegrass and Beer Festival
Aug. 7–8, 2021, 11:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Enjoy down-home cooking, frothy flavors, and mountain music.
13th Annual Vino & Notes Wine, Food & Jazz Festival
Aug. 7, 2021, 12–8:30 p.m.
Sample wines from more than 25 Colorado wineries, beer garden, Jazz stage, and food & wine pairings.
44th Annual Telluride Jazz Festival
Aug. 13–15, 2021, All day.
Three days of rich tradition, modern styles, and cutting edge Jazz music.
1964: The Beatles Tribute Concert
Aug. 19, 2021, 8–11 p.m.
If you love the Beatles you won’t want to miss the most unique, fun and affordable concert event.
5th Annual Colorado Springs Comic Con
Aug. 27–29, 2021
Fri: 2–9 p.m.
Sat: 9 a.m.–7 p.m.
Sun: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Meet celebrities from all genres of TV, movies, cartoons, and comic art, as well as toys, comics, and collectibles vendors.
9th Annual Affordable Arts Festival
Aug. 29, 2021, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
More than 160 artists offer fine art that is priced at $100 or less.
40th Annual Early Iron Festival
Sept. 4–6, 2021
Fri: 3–10 p.m.
Sat: 7 a.m.–10 p.m.
Sun: 8 a.m.–12 p.m.
Check out one of the largest vintage car shows in Colorado with more than 600 vehicles, live music, and more.
34th Annual Meeker Classic Sheepdog Championship Trials
Sept. 8–12, 2021
Wed: 7 a.m.–4 p.m.
Thu: 7 a.m.–8 p.m.
Fri–Sat: 7 a.m.–9 p.m.
Sun: 7 a.m.–4 p.m.
Five days of sheepdog herding competitions.
44th Annual Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Highland Festival
Sept. 10–12, 2021, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
One of the nation's largest celebrations of the heritage, the sounds, the tastes, and the arts of the Scottish and Irish cultures.
Big Chili Cook-off, Music & Arts Festival
Sept. 11, 2021, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
A celebration of fun, food, live entertainment, kids’ activities, vendors and more to honor local firefighters.
12th Annual Steamboat OktoberWest
Sept. 11, 2021, 2–6 p.m.
Enjoy a beef cook-off, beer garden, and Steamboat Springs.
53rd Annual Ruggerfest
Sept. 16–19, 2021, All day
The world’s only all-age, full-contact rugby tournament is on display for four full days, rain, snow, or shine.
16th Annual Spanish Peaks International Celtic Music Festival
Sept. 16–19, 2021, All day
Enjoy concerts, singing, dancing, and tale-spinning, plus a wide variety of instrumental workshops taught by guest artists.
51st Annual Denver Oktoberfest
Sept. 17–19 & 24–26, 2021
Fri: 2 p.m.–11 p.m.
Sat: 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
Sun: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Traditional German games, food, and music in Downtown Denver’s Ballpark neighborhood.
27th Annual Telluride Blues & Brews Festival
Sept. 17–19, 2021
Fri: 11:30 a.m.–9 p.m.
Sat: 11 a.m.–9 p.m.
Sun: 10:30 a.m.–9 p.m.
A three-day celebration of blues, funk, jam bands, indie, rock, gospel and soul performances, accompanied by craft beer and cider.
Lake City Uncorked Wine & Music Festival
Sept. 18, 2021, 10 a.m.–9 p.m.
Come and celebrate the fall colors with good wine, good music, and good friends.
51st Annual Denver Oktoberfest
Sept. 17–19 & 24–26, 2021
Fri: 2 p.m.–11 p.m.
Sat: 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
Sun: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Traditional German games, food, and music in Downtown Denver’s Ballpark neighborhood.
The Kingston Trio Concert
Oct. 2, 2021, 7–10 p.m.
Experience the clean, crisp sound and their trademark three-part harmony of this legendary trio.