Summer is rapidly approaching. The sun is melting the snow, and the Colorado landscape is full of colorful wildflowers. Wonderful things happen when Winter Park warms up! If you visit this summer, then you'll get to take in the stunning scenery while enjoying all sorts of exciting events and festivals. Here are some of the top events to check out this summer in Winter Park!
Coca-Cola Movie Nights (Fridays June 21 - August 23, 2024): Come enjoy free, family-friendly movies at the Village Gazebo Fridays throughout the summer. Chairs are provided! Bring snacks and any extra jackets or blankets that you might need to get cozy.
22nd Annual Blues from the Top Music Festival (June 28-30, 2024): This annual festival boasts a stellar lineup of musicians, including Big Head Todd & The Monsters, Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals, Eric Gales, Charlie Musselwhite, Canned Heat, Ally Venable Band, GA-20, Tommy Castro & Deanna Bogart, Taj Farrant, and Toronzo Cannon.
TheBigWonderful Beer Fest and Bluegrass (June 29, 2024): A ticket to this festival gets you access to a full day of bluegrass concerts, unlimited beer samples from Colorado breweries, and exciting finds at a craft market.
4th of July Celebration (July 4, 2024): Winter Park will celebrate Independence Day with a free concert and light show at the Rendezvous Event Center. Pack a picnic and bring the whole family to this community event!
High Country Stampede Rodeo (July 6 - August 17, 2024): This exciting annual rodeo features Bull Riding, Clown Acts, Mutton Bustin', Barrel Racing, Roping, a Junior Rodeo, and much more. Visitors of all ages will love it!
Venture Out Fest (July 13, 2024): Head to the base for free live music, outdoor activities, and demonstrations by professional dock dogs! Attendees are welcome to bring their own furry friends along for the festival.
41st Annual Winter Park Jazz Festival (July 20-21, 2024): Come hear amazing jazz music at this music festival! Performers include Anthony Hamilton, Stokley, Average White Band, Eric Darius and Rebecca Jade, Nathan Mitchell, Boney James, Lalah Hathaway, Pieces of a Dream, Nicholas Cole/Lin Rountree/Julian Vaughn, and Such.
Winter Park Brew Fest (August 3, 2024): This event features delicious food vendors, live music by That Eighties Band, and numerous breweries and a special spirit lounge featuring spirits and cocktails at Rendezvous Event Center.
The 108th Middle Park Fair and Rodeo (August 4-11, 2024): This long-running festival celebrates Middle Park's Western Heritage with Livestock Shows, Horse Shows, Junior Rodeo, and Queen's Barrel Race. It culminates with the CPRA Professional Rodeo.
Country at the Park (August 10, 2024): This fantastic festival brings talented country musicians to the Rendezvous Event Center. This year's performers include Blood Sugar, Ray Wylie Hubbard, A Thousand Horses, and Justin Moore.
Winter Park Uncorked (August 17, 2024): Enjoy an afternoon of delicious food vendors, live music, and numerous wineries at Rendezvous Event Center.
Byers Peak Stampede (August 24, 2024): Push your limits by tackling one of these stunning, remote races! There's a Half Marathon and 5K. Proceeds benefit the Shining Stars Foundation, a local nonprofit that provides therapeutic social and recreational services to children with cancer.
Tacos + Margs in the Mountains (August 24, 2024): This annual event is known for its never-ending supply of street-style tacos and margarita samples. There will also be live music and beautiful mountain views!
Winter Park Film Festival (September 6-8, 2024): This unique film festival highlight the contributions to filmmaking from a wide variety of communities and film subjects. It is centered around inclusivity.
23rd Annual Grand Kids Fall Festival (September 14, 2024): Join Grand Kids Learning Center for live music and fun activities. Admission is free!
Rocky Mountain Wine Fest (September 20-22, 2024): The Winter Park summer season ends with this wonderful wine festival. Come enjoy unlimited samples of award-winning wine from around the world while taking in breathtaking views!
Summer is awesome in Winter Park! Know of an event we missed? Tell us about it in the comments!