Sales have been brisk for the newly-released and newly-revised edition of “Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park: Then and Now.” Books are in stock at the Estes Park Museum Shop. located at 220 4th Street. This hardback edition is 444 pages, printed on high-quality glossy paper, and ma…

Tell your locals story! Pot luck desserts, bring musical instruments, games, hang out with new and old friends and portraits with Zach

Join us on Friday, August 2nd starting at 5 p.m. to enjoy gallery socials thru the village. Warm summer nights are the perfect time to explore artwork in the Estes Valley. Come out and see what’s new, meet interesting people and enjoy good company. There will be show openings, tasty treats a…

This weekend is the Visit Estes Park Half of The Rockies: Half Marathon. The race features a beautiful 13.1 mile course showing runners the best of Estes Park and the best views in the Estes Valley. Participants will be able to take in the Rocky Mountain National Park landscape around them a…

Coming to Estes Park Sunday, August 4th at Performance Park at 5 p.m. ~ an evening of incredible music in a beautiful setting! Come hear the world class finger stylings of Argentinian Gonzalo Bergara accompanied by the Denver-based Aaron Walker Quartet as they reunite for a musical tour of t…

The Estes Valley Astronomical Society (EVAS) in conjunction with The Estes Park Memorial Observatory is offering a free public open house/lecture this Saturday, July 27 at 7 p.m. The title of the lecture is “Uncovering a mystery at the edge of the solar system.” The goal of EVAS is to promot…

The Cultural Arts Council presents two concerts at Performance Park on July 24 and 25, 2019. On Wednesday, July 24 enjoy a “Tribute to Folk Music Legends IV with Great Blue. On Thursday, July 25 explore more great folk music with Elk Hollow. All concerts start at 7 p.m. at Performance Park –…

This weekend, July 19-20 will mark the 4th annual SnowyGrass Music Festival in Estes Park, an Upstream Concerts production. Friday kicks off with a no cover show on the Backyard Stage at Snowy Peaks Winery at 4:30 p.m. with The Jamesons Duo & special guests, KC Groves and Dusty Rider. Pe…

On Saturday, July 27, at 2:00 p.m. join authors and photographers, Dr. James Pickering, Derek Fortini, and Mic Clinger at the Estes Park Museum as they discuss the latest release of their updated book, Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park: Then and Now, Revised Edition. This second pr…

This is your chance! WolfWood Refuge makes their annual visit to Hermit Park Open Space in Larimer County near Estes Park on Saturday, July 20, from 10:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m. and Sunday, July 21, from 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Wolf talks: Saturday at 11:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. & Sunday at 11:30 a.m. …

The Highland Brass, Estes Park’s own brass quintet, will present a concert on Wednesday, July 10 at Performance Park, Estes Park’s outdoor concert facility on west Elkhorn Ave., starting at 7:00 p.m. The free performance is part of the Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park’s Wednesday Night Li…

The Estes Park Museum Friends & Foundation will be hosting a special tour of the famous Cheley Colorado Camp, located right here in Estes Park. Space is limited, so those interested are encouraged to make their reservations.

The Fourth of July in Estes Park will once again serve as the dazzling backdrop to shiny chrome, tail fins, polished fenders, and Americana-themed nostalgia. The 21st Annual Coolest Car Show takes place on Wednesday, July 4th from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Estes Park Event Center, locate…

Four of the eight 2018 winners, including a world champ, earned NFR bids

The Art Center is offering a variety of art education opportunities in July, including two opportunities to learn about something new for free.

Looking for a great way to spend a few hours outdoors on Saturday morning? Spots on foursomes are available for the June 29 Rotary Club Golf Tournament for Scholarships. All proceeds benefit college scholarships for Estes Park students.

June 25, 4-9 p.m., Tuesday Night Live at Performance Park, 417 West Elkhorn, Estes Park

Knee injury hasn’t slowed down the clown, one of the funniest men in rodeo

The Mrs. Walsh's Garden Committee will host an Open Garden Party at Mrs. Walsh's Garden June 20 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. This event is free and open to the public with refreshments and light appetizers. The garden is located at 322 W. Elkhorn Ave. Members of the committee will be stationed around…

Featuring food, children’s activities, a raffle, and of course, the shiny chrome and polished fenders of classic cars—the 21st Annual Coolest Car Show is designed as a festival for the whole family to enjoy. This year’s event takes place on Thursday, July 4th from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at t…

Lone Tree Antiques and Fine Art is pleased to present a summer exhibition of work by the well-known Estes Park artist David Stirling at their gallery in Eaton, Colo.

Run or walk Colorado’s most scenic race course! The 16th annual Estes Park marathon, half marathon, 10K and 5K will be held this Sunday, June 16. The marathon and half begin at the Dao House up Highway 7, and descend 1500 feet in the first 6.5 miles. Enjoy the gorgeous views as you descend, …

Cowboy Brad Fitch will again host his Cowboy Singalong programs, beginning June 9 and running through August 12 this summer. These shows happen Sunday and Monday evenings at 7 p.m. and are sponsored by the Town of Estes Park, local merchants and individual donors.

The second Estes Valley Senior Resource Fair will be held on June 11 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the Estes Valley Community Center, 660 Community Drive, Estes Park, CO.

The Estes Park Jazz Festival has become one of Colorado’s premier jazz festivals, noted for it’s commitment to excellence in jazz. Presenting the finest of our national and regional jazz artists, the festival features stellar line-ups of performers, representing the music from it’s New Orlea…

New festival will include weekend of health & wellness activities

Estes Valley Recreation and Park District (EVRPD), the provider of numerous recreational opportunities in Estes Valley, is excited to announce that the 33rd Annual Fishing Derby will be held on Saturday, June 1, 2019, at Lake Estes.

The Big Thompson Canyon Association Pancake Breakfast will take place on Sunday, June 2, from 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

On Friday, May 31, 2019, the Estes Park Museum will reopen its doors to the public. The gallery has been closed since October 2018 to complete an interior remodel project and collections move. The first 100 visitors to the Museum on May 31 will receive an Estes Park Museum tote bag and other…

Estes Parks own unique day to celebrate cycling of all kinds is coming up on June 26. “Bike Estes Day” is a one day cycling celebration that coincides with Colorado’s “Bike to Work” day and combines that with the “Costume Bike Parade” and the “Performance Park Bike Party.”

The Art Center of Estes Park proudly presents its’ 20th Annual Art Market the weekend of May 25-27, 2019. As in the past, this year’s show will bring to beautiful downtown Estes Park, close to 100 juried artists representing Colorado and surrounding states and showcasing a wide variety of fi…

Garden party takes place June 20

Lifelong Learning of Estes Valley is having their 12th Annual Fit Family 5 K and Children’s Jamboree next weekend, featuring a 5K Run/Walk around Lake Estes for adults and children age 10+. Younger children ages three through nine can participate in a Jamboree of field activities at Stanley …

New festival will include weekend of health & wellness activities near Rocky Mountain National Park

Featuring food, dancers, and a live mariachi band, Estes Park’s Annual Cinco de Mayo Celebration will take place this Monday, May 6 beginning at 5:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. This year’s event is being held one day after the traditional “Cinco” and will happen at the Es…

The Town of Estes Park Events Division is currently accepting registrations for animal shows, fiber competitions, and workshops at the 29th annual Estes Park Wool Market.

This Friday, May 3rd the Town of Estes Park and Estes Park School District will host the Estes Park Mountain Festival! The Mountain Festival will provide an opportunity for Estes Park students and local community members of all ages to celebrate arbor day, earth day, and our local mountain h…

The American Legion Riders Post 119 proudly invite you to the must see performance of Comedy Warriors-Healing Through Humor. It features two severely wounded veterans turned comedians. Comedian Bobby Henline is a motivational and inspirational speaker, as well as an outstanding actor. He has…

"Pulling for a Cure: One Pound at a Time" will be held this Saturday and Sunday, April 27-28, starting at 9 a.m. each day at the Estes Park Events Complex. It is free to attend and there will be bleacher seating and a silent auction.

Want to enjoy great memories of the movie "Grease" and the fabulous songs of the 1950s and 1960s? Then come enjoy the Rydell High themed dance being sponsored by the Estes Park Car Club and American Legion Post 119.

Harriet Burgess (1925-2012) will be remembered on Wednesday, May 8 as the 2019 recipient of the Pioneer Award, which recognizes an individual who has made significant contributions to the celebration and preservation of Estes Park history. The reception is part of the Estes Park Museum Frien…

K9 unit demonstrations featured

Estes Valley Recreation and Park District (EVRPD), the provider of numerous recreational opportunities in Estes Valley, along with their partners Rotary Club of Estes Park, the Town of Estes Park, Rocky Mountain Dumpsters, and Starbucks, announced today the date for this year’s annual Estes …

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A home movie surfaced on the market recently with six minutes of footage of a vacationing family in downtown Estes Park, labeled "Summer 1956". Yet the Sherwood Hotel was plainly visible on a pan down West Elkhorn, and the Sherwood Hotel burned to the ground on Valentine's Day 1956.

Due to potentially icy conditions on the course, Saturday's 5k Bigfoot Race is cancelled. The rest of the festival will be go on as scheduled from 10 am to 4 pm in Bond Park. This free event includes live music, vendors, big wheel races, a beer garden, and a chance to meet and learn from som…

One of the wonders of living in the Rocky Mountains is enjoying the abundance of wildflowers that grow in these natural surroundings. However, wildflower seekers can be unsuccessful in their search if they don’t know where to look for particular wildflowers or what time of year those flowers…

Like the monkey said when the train ran over its tail – “It won’t be long now!” The same can be said about Celebrating Our Wild Brothers & Sisters. It’s actually happening April 6, this coming Saturday evening at the Estes Park High School Auditorium, 1600 Manford Avenue in Estes Park, C…

The crew of people who organized the 40th running of the Frost Giant Race, which took place on January 27th this year and was a fundraiser for Chase Murray, would like to send out a multitude of thanks. Our biggest thanks go to you runners who supported and enjoyed the races, the volunteers …