Live music Local beer & drink vendors Food trucks Local businesses & street vendorsJoin us for a delightful celebration centered around the world-famous, all-natural Palisade, Colorado peaches! Indulge in delicious peach pies and peach cobbler while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere!
Event Highlights:
Culinary Delights: Savor pans of fresh peach pies, peach cobbler, and peach hand pies. Individual servings of peach cobbler are available for sale at Festival Plaza and in front of Lafayette Florist (while supplies last).
Peach Truck Locations: Indulge with more than 30,000 pounds of peaches from Palisade Organic Peach Ranch, Morton’s Orchards, Green Barn Fruit Co., and Tate Orchards. You can find them at:
– E. Simpson & N. Public Road
– W. Cleveland & S. Public Road
– E. Chester & S. Public Road
– Kimbark & S. Public Road
Vendor Showcase: Explore a diverse array of food vendors, crafters, antique dealers, and some of the finest artists from the Front Range and Western States.
Children’s Activities: Enjoy free face painting, provided by the Lafayette Chamber, from Face Fiesta and balloon sculpting all day from 10:00am-3:00pm at Festival Plaza. Additional kids’ entertainment is available in the Senor Gomez parking lot. Additional fees may apply for the inflatables.
Lafayette Police Department Booth: Visit the Lafayette Police Department Booth located in front of the Klose Training Center (between Festival Plaza and Cannon on the west side).
Meet the Chamber Staff: Attendees are more than welcome to visit the Lafayette Chamber booth to meet and chat with the Chamber staff.
Parking Information:
Please park in the surrounding neighborhoods. Be mindful not to block driveways or park in designated no-parking areas. ADA Parking is available in the Chase Bank parking lot on E. Geneseo & N. Public Road.
Photo/Video Release:
By attending this event, you acknowledge that photographs and videos of the event and individuals may be public and possibly used for future marketing by the Lafayette Chamber and its associates.
We look forward to seeing you at the Peach Festival for a fun-filled day celebrating our delicious Palisade peaches!
Any Questions? Visit lafayettecolorado.com or give us a call at (303) 666-9555
This Year we are excited to bring back a more than century old celebration, Peach Days! Palisade Peach Days is a 10 day celebration of the best peaches in the world!
Thursday, August 8th
Downtown Palisade
Guns & Hoses Tug of War – 6 pm
Street Dance – 6:30 pm
All Thursday Events Hosted by The Town of Palisade
Saturday, August 10th
Just Peachy 5K Run – 8:30 am
Peach Days Parade – 9 am
Orchard Tours 10 am – 5 pm
Sunday, August 11th
Town of Palisade Farmers Market
Thursday, August 15th – Saturday, August 17th
Feast in the Field Dinners – starting at 6 pm
Saturday, August 17th
Lions Club Pancake Breakfast at Veteran’s Memorial Park, 8am – 11am
Friday, August 16th
& Saturday August 17th
Palisade Peach Festival
Riverbend Park
This Year we are excited to bring back a more than century-old celebration, Peach Days! Palisade Peach Days is a 10-day celebration of the best peaches in the world!
Thursday, August 8th
Downtown Palisade
Guns & Hoses Tug of War – 6 pm
Street Dance – 6:30 pm
All Thursday Events Hosted by The Town of Palisade
Saturday, August 10th
Just Peachy 5K Run – 8:30 am
Peach Days Parade – 9 am
Orchard Tours 10 am – 5 pm
Sunday, August 11th
Town of Palisade Farmers Market
Thursday, August 15th – Saturday, August 17th
Feast in the Field Dinners – starting at 6 pm
Saturday, August 17th
Lions Club Pancake Breakfast at Veteran’s Memorial Park, 8am – 11am
Friday, August 16th
& Saturday August 17th
Palisade Peach Festival
Riverbend Park
Gather alongside fellow mycophiles and mushroom-enthusiasts at the 15th Eagle Mushroom & Wild Food Festival from August 9-11, and explore the natural world, and its bounty with esteemed mycologists and wild food experts Orion Aon, Brian Barzee, Larry Evans, Ken Kassenbrock, John Sir Jesse and Sebastian Tabibi.
Indulge in an incredible lineup of events, from the exclusive Meet n’ Greet with Jon Sommer to immersive cooking classes featuring a gourmet lunch, sought-after culinary dinner and popular guided forays. For more information visit eaglemushroomfest.org
ABOUT THE EAGLE MUSHROOM & WILD FOOD FESTIVAL
Since our beginnings in 2008, the three-day Eagle Mushroom & Wild Food Festival has become a beacon for mushroom enthusiasts, mycologists, and curious minds alike, all gathering to explore the captivating world of wild foods.
As a Colorado 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, our mission is deeply rooted in promoting mushroom-focused education, nature exploration and culinary experiences that enrich our vibrant mountain community.
Come celebrate the 11th Annual Colorado Springs Marathon presented by Centura Health on Saturday, September 28, 2024. Whether you are a seasoned runner or looking to tackle your first 5k, we have you covered with 4 events to choose from. The courses will showcase the city of Colorado Springs, taking runners past historic monuments, through beautiful parks and culminates in the heart of downtown at the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum where the post-race celebration awaits. This family-friendly race is a premiere endurance running event, attracting people from all over the country. Secure your spot today before events sell out (race has completely sold out the past two years)!
Discover the rich tapestry of love, drama, and community at Central City Opera’s captivating 2024 Festival, June 29 through August 4. Experience the timeless hilarity of Gilbert and Sullivan’s operetta The Pirates of Penzance, savor the grandeur of Puccini’s beloved The Girl of the Golden West (La fanciulla del West) and embrace the heart and soul of Kurt Weill’s iconic American opera, Street Scene. Tickets start at just $31 at centralcityopera.org/2024.
Gilbert and Sullivan’s The Pirates of Penzance
Performance Dates: June 29, July 3, 5, 7, 13, 16, 20, 24, 27, Aug 2 (YA), 4
Puccini’s The Girl of the Golden West
Performance Dates: July 6, 10, 12, 14, 19, 21, 23, 27, 31, Aug 3
Kurt Weill’s Street Scene
Performance Dates: July 13, 17, 20, 26, 28, 30, Aug 3
Join famed Mountaineer Lucy Westlake and Elley Ringo of “Elley Knows Rocks” for an exhilarating Geology Hike at the majestic Mt. Sanitas Trail in Boulder, Colorado.
Experience the beauty of nature while learning about the fascinating world of rocks and geology! The renowned geologist Elley Knows Rocks and the youngest woman to summit Mt. Everest, Lucy Westlake will be your guides. They will take you on a journey of discovery, unraveling the mysteries of the geological formations along the trail. Get ready to deepen your understanding of the earth’s history as you navigate through the picturesque landscapes.
Throughout this hiking adventure, you’ll learn about different types of rocks, their formation processes, and their significance to the earth’s structure. You’ll also get to see and touch some of these rocks firsthand. This event is not only a chance to learn but also a wonderful opportunity to meet and connect with other hiking and geology enthusiasts.
$100 per person (Ages 8-Adult)
Come celebrate 21 years with us! The nonprofit Vail Valley Foundation, which hosts the GoPro Mountain Games each year, looks forward to welcoming the world to a recharged and revitalized event this June 6-9 in Vail, Colorado.
Join Habitat for Humanity of Teller County for the 16th annual Vino & Notes Festival.
This brings together some of Colorado’s finest wineries, great food, and local musicians. Vino & Notes 2024 will take place in Woodland Park’s beautiful Memorial Park on Saturday, August 3rd from 11:00pm-5:o0pm. This wine, food, and jazz festival benefits Habitat for Humanity of Teller County. Vino & Notes is NOT dog-friendly.
