DENVER – Every weekend, Denver7 compiles a list of some fun events you might enjoy. Here are our picks for the 7 best things to do in the Denver metro area and beyond this weekend.
1. Head out to the state’s oldest county fair in Boulder County
What: Head out to the oldest fair in Colorado this weekend! The Boulder County Fair is celebrating its 150th anniversary with bull riding, demolition derby, truck and tractor pull, extreme jousting, and much more.
Where: Boulder County Fairgrounds, 9595 Nelson Road in Longmont, Colo.
When: Now until Sunday, Aug. 11 at 4 p.m.
Admission: Free admission, unless you’re planning to go to a ticketed event.
More info: https://www.bouldercountyfair.org/
2. Get in the swing of things at the Telluride Jazz Festival
What: Head to the San Juan Mountains in southwestern Colorado for the Telluride Jazz Festival! The festival ranks among the most scenic events in the country and there will be food vendors, craft brews, cocktails, a parade with colorful floats, costumes and much more.
Where: Various locations in Telluride, Colo.
When: Thursday, Aug. 8 from 4 p.m. to 9p.m.; Friday, Aug. 9 from 10:15 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.; Saturday, Aug. 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 11 from 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Admission: $25-200; check pricing here.
More info: https://www.telluridejazz.org/
3. Looking for gold? Head to the 39th annual Gold Rush Days in Buena Vista
What: Missed the burro races in Fairplay a couple of weeks ago? Don’t fear! The town of Buena Vista is hosting their own Burro Race Triple Crown event along with historical re-enactments, free live music, over100 vendors, a beer garden and – get this – toilet seat racing.
Where: Buena Vista, Colo.
When: Friday, Aug. 9 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, Aug. 10 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 11 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Admission: Free of admission
More info: https://www.buenavistacolorado.org/gold-rush-days/
4. Join a few thousand of your friends at the Wheat Ridge Carnation Festival
What: Come celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Wheat Ridge Carnation Festival! There will be a parade, live music, a zoppé circus, a fine art show, a car show and much more.
Where: Anderson Park, 44th Ave. and Field St. in Wheat Ridge, Colo.
When: Friday, Aug. 9 from 3 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.; Saturday, Aug. 10 from 7 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 11 from 9 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
Admission: Free of admission
More info: https://thecarnationfestival.com/
5. Take your inner bohemian on a night out to Fort Collins’ NewWestFest
What: Bohemian Nights at NewWestFest is co-produced with the Downtown Fort Collins Business Association to bring a three-day music festival to the public each August! In addition to live music, the festival features more than 200 art, specialty and food booths. There’s also a Kids’ Music Adventure zone for the little ones.
Where: Historic downtown Fort Collins in Fort Collins, Colo.
When: Friday, Aug. 9 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday, Aug. 10 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 11 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Admission: Free of admission
More info: https://bohemiannights.org/
6. Are you a yogi that likes to travel? Head to Wanderlust 108 Festival in Denver
What: If you like yoga and triathlons, there’s no better festival than Wanderlust 108 in Denver this weekend. Prepare for a 5K Run, Yoga, and Meditation – all combined to create a unique triathlon experience for those looking to find their center.
Where: Great Lawn Park, 101 Yosemite St. in Denver
When: Saturday, Aug. 10 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Admission: $0-$99; Buy tickets here.
More info: https://wanderlust.com/108-events/denver-aug-10/
7. A wine festival? In Colorado? Yep – and you won’t have to travel far
What: Colorado’s known for its beers, but did you know we also have a lot of wineries? You’ll get a taste of them this weekend at the Estes Park Wine Festival. Over 20 wineries from other the state will showcase their products, and you can also enjoy local food vendors as well as live music from bands from around the region.
Where: Bond Park, in downtown Estes Park, Colo.
When: Saturday, Aug. 10 and Sunday, Aug. 11 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Admission: $30 (pre-sale); $40 at the gate.
More info: http://www.estesparkwinefestival.com/
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Enjoy the Jefferson County Fair and Festival before the summer ends
What: Celebrate Jefferson County this weekend at the county’s county fair and festival! Go for the mutton bustin’, stay for the rodeo, the extreme dogs competition, as well as local food and drink vendors, plus live entertainment for all ages.
Where: Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 15200 W. 6th Ave. Frontage Road in Golden, Colo.
When: Friday, Aug. 9 from noon to 10 p.m.; Saturday, Aug. 10 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 11 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Admission: $5-$10; kids 12 and under get in free. Get tickets here.
More info: https://www.celebratejeffco.com/
Find art that inspires you at Main Street to the Rockies Art Festival
What: No matter what you’re looking for, you’ll be sure to find it at the 13th annual Main Street to the Rockies Art Festival with more 80 national and regional artists displaying their original work including sculptures, mixed media, painting, photography, jewelry and much more.
Where: 304 Main St. in Frisco, Colo.
When: Saturday, Aug. 10 and Sunday, Aug. 11 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Admission: Free of admission
More info: http://www.artfestival.com/festivals/main-street-rockies-art-festival-frisco-colorado
Celebrate Native American culture at the Indian Intertribal Powwow
What: One Nation Walking Together is celebrating Native American history and culture with drums and dancers, Native art and artisans, birds of prey and live wolf exhibits, Aztec Dancers, as well as Native food such as Navajo tacos and fry bread, and much more!
Where: Norris Penrose Event Center, 1045 Lower Gold Camp Road in Colorado Springs, Colo.
When: Saturday, Aug. 10 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Admission: $5; kids 12 and under get in free
More info: https://calendar.powwows.com/events/11th-annual-colorado-springs-native-american-intertribal-powwow-2019/
Forget the garage sale and head to ThriftCon for your vintage needs
What: ThriftCon is Denver's first, only, and premier vintage clothing and collectible convention. Find thousands of products ranging from valuables, vintage men and women’s clothing, classic collectibles and much more.
Where: National Western Complex, 4655 Humboldt St. in Denver
When: Sunday, Aug. 11 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Admission: $5-$12; get tickets here.
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/industry-rino-station/thriftcon/1762243230525778/
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