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Frozen Dead Guy Days is simply one of the state of Colorado’s most loved events! Having gone on for more than 20 years, Frozen Dead Guy Days takes place over St. Patrick’s Day weekend March 15-17, 2024. What is the Frozen Dead Guy Days? Well, you’re in for a treat, because this is one of the most anticipated annual events in Colorado. The festival features both national and regional touring bands (15 bands with 3 headliners across 3 different stages, to be exact). There’s numerous other weird and wonderful events to enjoy, too: The Coffin Races The Polar Plunge Frostbite...

The Estes Park Elk Fest is truly one of our town’s signature events. It takes place during the elk mating season, known famously as the “elk rut,” and celebrates this beautiful creature with whom we share space here, as well as our local culture. Image credit: Colorado Parks & Wildlife What’s happening at Estes Park Elk Fest 2023? Well, this family-friendly attraction is one of the busiest all year, and features a variety of events for the entire family – with live music and vendors galore. The event kicks off on Saturday, 9/30/23, with the Rut Run 5K. It starts...

At Windcliff in Estes Park, experience the Western United States and the mountains the way it’s meant to be — private, secluded, and surrounded by nature. Take it all in — along with luscious views of Rocky Mountain National Park — from your luxury vacation home. But you’re hungry for some excitement, and maybe a taste of the Wild West, before you return to peak relaxation. If you’re coming out next week — the Estes Park Rooftop Rodeo is happening from July 8-13, 2019 — and you won’t want to miss it. What is the Rooftop Rodeo? The Rooftop Rodeo...

In addition to being THE destination for a Colorado mountain vacation, Estes Park is a prime spot for celebrating the 4th of July holiday. This July 4th you can spend the day enjoying the huge variety of activities the area has to offer, from hiking in Rocky Mountain National Park, to horseback riding, ziplining, and other family-friendly activities. The Big Bang Concert Then, the evening starts with the Big Bang Concert, music starting at 5:45PM. It takes place in the Estes Park Events Center with great music, food, and libations on offer (Details and tickets here) The Fireworks Show Finally,...

An Estes Park tradition Held annually on the first Saturday every May, the Estes Park Rotary Duck Race Festival is a favorite. Locals and visitors of all ages come to the festival — and it’s been a tradition in our town since 1989. The Rotary Club of Estes Park organizes the race every year and handles everything from the finances to administration. The goal is to donate as much as possible to charities. How the Estes Park Duck Race works For those who want to participate in the race (and who wouldn’t) it’s 20 bucks to “adopt” a duck. ($22...