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84th Annual Bronc Day

84th Annual Bronc Day – Saturday July 30th 9am to 3pm

Bronc Day is one of the longest historical events running in Southern Colorado. It began in 1939 to welcome cowhands, tourists and families who were coming to the Ute Pass area to rodeo, vacation or work the summer trades. It led to some fun times and Bronc Day became an annual day that people set aside to attend as part of their summer experience and family memories! 

Over the years, it has expanded with kids’ games, gold panning. lots of vendors selling their wares and fabulous food from our local merchants. All this along with live entertainment: singing, Victorian dance lessons, western costumes, rubber ducky races on the creek and much more. It truly is the friendliest day and the most fun event for your family to enjoy! There is no admission fee. So put Saturday July 30th on your calendar for a drive to the beautiful town of Green Mountain Falls and the 83rd Annual Bronc Day Festivities.

Mike the Headless Chicken Festival

Don’t miss this sqwaking good time! Every spring, over 21,000 people flock to downtown Fruita to celebrate the life of a world-famous headless chicken named Mike. Enjoy a wing and peep eating contest, a pancake breakfast, a car show, great music and chicken dance contest, the Run Like a Headless Chicken 5K race, free backyard games, disc golf, Mike’s merch market, and GREAT FAMILY FUN!

Teaching Tree Open House: “Little Plates for Little People”

The outdoor event will feature a silent auction and live music from the Waido Experience. Community members are encouraged to bring the entire family to enjoy a variety of games and activities for all ages. The Sweaty Moose Food Truck will serve their “Colorado-style comfort foods” alongside a variety of complimentary appetizers and beverages. Staff will offer tours of the facility throughout the evening.

The event is free to attend, though guests are encouraged to make donations. Advance registration is required. Attendees who donate $50 or more with their registration will receive a voucher for a complimentary meal during the event from Sweaty Moose. Community members can register to attend at teaching-tree.org/little-plates.

Holiday Tree Lighting

Tis the season to be merry and bright at Aurora’s annual Holiday Tree Lighting from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 6 at the Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway. Join us to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with a variety of sights, sounds and tastes to ring in the holiday season.This year’s entertainment lineup includes performances from Aurora Dance Arts, Aurora Singers and a special visit from the one and only, Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus. Take a stroll through Santa’s workshop and witness the illumination of thousands of sparkling lights around the Aurora Municipal Center. Partake in merrymaking activities and enjoy hot cocoa and cookies that are Santa-approved.Learn more about this event at AuroraGov.org/Events.

Fall Into Fun

Join the City of Aurora for our inaugural Fall Into Fun Festival. This event will have live entertainment, food trucks, vendors, a large kids’ area, a variety of fall-themed activities and much more.

Global Fest

Join the City of Aurora for a celebration of diversity and inclusion and a great summer multicultural experience. There will be musical and dance performances, a fashion show, a parade of nations, an international marketplace, food, vendors and more.

4th of July Spectacular

Celebrate the 4th of July in Aurora! Presented by… the City of Aurora. This event will have…a variety of musical performances and a large fireworks show! Fireworks will at approximately 9:30 p.m. and will last 30 minutes.Those wishing to view the fireworks can do so from the Aurora Municipal Center’s Great Lawn beginning at 6 p.m.

Carnival on the Plaza

Kick off the summer with the City of Aurora’s ‘Carnival on the Plaza’ on Saturday, June 11, from 11am – 3pm at Fletcher Plaza, 9800 E. Colfax Ave. This FREE event will feature inflatables, carnival games, face painting, balloon twisting, caricature artists, frozen treats, activities for individuals of all abilities and a visit from a special guest.

Jackalope Arts Indie Artisan Fair

Enjoy a Friday night (5pm-10pm) / Saturday afternoon (11am-6pm) filled with shopping featuring 100+ hand-selected artisans all within the heart of Olde Town Arvada. Shoppers can expect to find trendsetting indie goods including original fashion and jewelry design, paper goods, innovative home decor and housewares, art, photography, food, plus much more.

WHERE: In Olde Town Square (5738 Olde Wadsworth Blvd), along Olde Wadsworth Blvd & within the parking lot at 57th & Yukon.

Buena Vista Contin-Tail Gem, Mineral, & Fossil Show

Come visit the largest outdoor mineral show in Colorado!!! Thursday 8/11 thru Sunday 8/14 9 am – 6 pm daily
FREE ADMISSION & PARKING
Over 100 dealers with gems, minerals, jewelry, meteorites, moldavite cabochons, beads, fossils, petrified wood, slabs, rough, tools, & equipment. In Buena Vista, at the Rodeo Grounds, near Rodeo Dr. and Gregg Dr., 81211. Google Buena Vista Rodeo grounds for directions.
www.bvrockshow.com
@bvrockshow on social media

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