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Date(s) |
Description |
Agency |
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| All Month | Stanley Museum of Colorado - Life & work of F.O. Stanley | SM |
| All Month | Art in Public Places - Cultural Arts Council exhibit at the Estes Park Conference Center and at the Historic Stanley Hotel | CACEP |
| All Month | Mountain Air: Works from the Rocky Mountain National Park Artist-in-Residence Program. An exhibit at the Estes Park Area Historical Museum. | HM |
| All Month | Ice Skating at Stanley Park | EVRP |
| 1 - 5 | Windows and Doors - visual images beyond architecture as captured by regional artists. Estes Park Conference Center, 10 - 5 Thursday - Sunday. | CACEP |
| 4 | Snowshoeing in the Rockies - a free demo day with tours and walks by naturalists from Rocky Mountain National Park. At Glacier Basin Campground, RMNP, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sponsored by the Estes Park Chamber Resort Association. Call 1-800-44-ESTES | VC |
| 5 | Estes Park Music Festival at the Stanley Hotel presents TBA at 2 pm, $2 admission fee. Call 586-5665 for information. | |
| 10 - 2/16 | Meet the Artists Party - at the Art Center of Estes Park. Free admission. | AC |
| 11 - 12 18 - 19 25 - 26 |
Estes Park Snowshoe Discovery Series- Morning and afternoon trips to Rocky to enjoy the beauty of the Park on snowshoes. Rentals and instruction are available. Bus will pick up guests at the Estes Park Visitor Information Center Call 1-800-44-ESTES. | VC |
| 11 | Old Timers Series: YMCA local residents remember the YMCA of the Rockies. Board Room, Municipal Building, 1 pm. | HM |
| 12 | Estes Park Music Festival at The Stanley Hotel presents Mike Teslow, pianist. All performances at 2 p.m., $2.00. | CACEP |
| 18 | Rails in the Rockies VI a show for those interested in model railroads. Sponsored by the Estes Valley Division of the National Model Railroad Association and Mizell Trains. See operating layouts, vendor tables, win door prizes. Estes Park Conference Center 9 - 6 Saturday, 9-4 Sunday, $5 adult admission. Children under 12 free with an adult. | |
| 19 | Estes Park Music Festival at The Stanley Hotel presents Plainsong Trio. All performances, at 2 p.m., $2.00. | CACEP |
| 19 | The 23rd Annual Frost Giant 5K and 10K races - always a good turnout. | EVRPD |
| 26 | Estes Park Music Festival at The Stanley Hotel presents Barbara Barber, violin and piano. All performances, at 2 p.m., $2.00. | CACEP |
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Date(s) |
Description |
Agency |
| All Month | Stanley Museum of Colorado - Life & work of F.O. Stanley | SM |
| All Month | Art in Public Places - changing exhibit series at the Estes Park Conference Center and the Historic Stanley Hotel | CACEP |
| All Month | Mountain Air: Works from the Rocky Mountain National Park Artist-in-Residence Program. An exhibit at the Estes Park Area Historical Museum. | HM |
| All Month | Ice Skating at Stanley Park. | EVRP |
| Saturdays | Lyceum at Rocky Mountain National Park a series of programs exploring our natural and cultural resources. 7 pm. | RMNP |
| 1 - 2 8 - 9 15 - 16 22 - 23 |
Estes Park Snowshoe Discovery Series - Morning and afternoon trips to Rocky to enjoy the beauty of the Park on snowshoes. Rentals and instruction are available. Bus will pick up guests at the Estes Park Visitor Information Center Call 1-800-44-ESTES. | VC |
| 1 - 16 | Meet the Artists Party - at the Art Center of Estes Park. Free admission. | AC |
| 2 | What is the Artist in Residence Program? Find out about the history of this outstanding program in Rocky Mountain National Park. At the Senior Center, 2 pm. | HM |
| 2 | Estes Park Music Festival at The Stanley Hotel presents Mark Valenti, pianist. All performances, admission fee, at 2 p.m., at the Stanley Hotel. | CACEP |
| 9 | Estes Park Music Festival at The Stanley Hotel presents TBA. All performances, admission fee at 2 p.m., at the Stanley Hotel. | CACEP |
| 9 | Renewal of Vows - Annual event at the Historic Stanley Hotel in honor of Valentine's Day. Call 586-3371 for details. | |
| 15 | Old Timers Series: Fine Arts Guild Long-time residents remember the legacy of the arts in Estes Park 1 pm, Board Room of the Municipal Building. | HM |
| 15 | Annual Imagine This - 2002 10th annual family hands on arts and activities festival and silent auction at the High School. 11 - 4, $1 donation at the door. Proceeds to benefit CACEP's 2003 educational outreach programs. | CACEP |
| 15 | Winter Trails Day a day of free demonstrations by several manufacturers of snowshoe equipment, sponsored by the Estes Park Chamber Resort Association | |
| 15 | 4th Annual Winter Trails Day - Free! test drive a variety of name brand snowshoes, expert advice on selection and fitting, fun activities for all ages and abilities, 10 - 3 at the Glacier Basin Campground in Rocky Mountain National Park. 1-800-44-ESTES | VC |
| 16 | Estes Park Music Festival at The Stanley Hotel presenting Karen Parrack, oboe and piano. All performances, admission fee at 2 p.m., at the Stanley Hotel. | CACEP |
| 21 - 3/30 | Earth and Sky - painting of Rickie Higbee and the poetry of Hideharu Igai at the Art Center. | AC |
| 22 - 23 | International Weight Pull Association Dog Pull - in downtown Bond Park from 8:30 am to 5 pm. | SEO |
| 22 - 23 | The Chamber Music Society - Student Solo and Ensemble Recital, Hempel Family Auditorium, Estes Park Center, YMCA of the Rockies, 3 -5 each day. Free. | CACEP |
| 23 | Estes Park Music Festival at The Stanley Hotel - presents Margot Krimmel, harp and soprano. Al l performances, admission fee at 2 p.m., at the Stanley Hotel. | CACEP |
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Date(s) |
Description |
Agency |
| All Month | Exhibits in the Lobby: Changing exhibit series in the fine art gallery at the Cultural Arts Council's 304 E. Elkhorn Ave. office. March through December | CACEP |
| All Month | Stanley Museum of Colorado - Life & work of F.O. Stanley | SM |
| All Month | Art in Public Places - changing exhibit series at the Estes Park Conference Center and the Historic Stanley Hotel | CACEP |
| All Month | Mountain Air: Works from the Rocky Mountain National Park Artist-in-Residence Program. An exhibit at the Estes Park Area Historical Museum. | HM |
| All Month | Eyes of Nature - photography exhibit by Michael Gabridge. | AC |
| All Month | Ice Skating at Stanley Park | EVRP |
| 1 - 30 | Earth and Sky - painting of Rickie Higbee and the poetry of Hideharu Igai at the Art Center. | AC |
| 1 - 2 8 - 9 15 - 16 22 - 23 29 - 30 |
Estes Park Snowshoe Discovery Series - Morning and afternoon trips to Rocky to enjoy the beauty of the Park on snowshoes. Rentals and instruction are available. Bus will pick up guests at the Estes Park Visitor Information Center Call 1-800-44-ESTES. | VC |
| 2 | Estes Park Music Festival at The Stanley Hotel - presents TBA. 2 pm, admission fee. 586-5665 | |
| 3 | Estes Park's Women's Clubs Exhibit Opening Reception 5 - 7 pm at the Estes Park Area Historical Museum. | HM |
| 3 - 5/31 | Estes Park's Women's Clubs Exhibit at the Estes Park Area Historical Museum | HM |
| 9 | Estes Park Music Festival at The Stanley Hotel - presents TBA. 2 pm, $2 admission fee. 586-5665 | |
| 15 | Old Timers Series: long time residents remember the contributions of Estes Park's women's clubs.1 pm, Board Room, Municipal Building. | HM |
| 16 | Estes Park Music Festival at The Stanley Hotel - Presents Trese Waggoner, soprano. 2 pm, $2 admission fee. 586-5665 | |
| 22 | Women's Club Luncheon - presentation and luncheon by the Estes Park Area Historical Museum, Stanley Museum, and the Estes Park Women's Club. Program is "Undergarment Education," a Victorian fashion show. Location and prices TBA. Social time 11:30 to 12, lunch at noon, entertainment 1 pm. | HM |
| 23 | Estes Park Music Festival at The Stanley Hotel - presents Peggy Lyons, piano. 2 pm, $2 admission fee. 586-5665 | |
| 30 | Estes Park Music Festival at The Stanley Hotel - presents Barbara Geary, piano. 2 pm, $2 admission fee. 586-5665 |
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Date(s) |
Description |
Agency |
| All Month | Art in Public Places - changing exhibit series at the Estes Park Conference Center and the Historic Stanley Hotel | CACEP |
| All Month | Stanley Museum of Colorado - Life & work of F.O. Stanley | SM |
| All Month | Estes Park's Women's Clubs Exhibit at the Estes Park Area Historical Museum | HM |
| All Month | Exhibits in the Lobby: Changing exhibit series in the fine art gallery at the Cultural Arts Council's 304 E. Elkhorn Ave. office. March through December | CACEP |
| 1 - 6 | Mountain Air: Works from the Rocky Mountain National Park Artist-in-Residence Program. An exhibit at the Estes Park Area Historical Museum. | HM |
| 4 - 5/11 | Spring Flings featuring the paintings of Bev Taylor at the Art Center | AC |
| 6 | Estes Park Music Festival at The Stanley Hotel - presents Heidi Lenzer-Camilli, piano. 2 pm, admission fee. 586-5665 | |
| 12 | Rock Cabins Rocky Mountain National Park - Jean Weaver describes living at the tundra the month of April. Learn first hand what it was like to live in this hostile alpine world. 7 pm at the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center, RMNP. | HM |
| 13 | Estes Park Music Festival at The Stanley Hotel - presents violin students of Barbara Barber. 2 pm, admission fee. 586-5665 | |
| 19 | Old Timers Series: Winter Recreation residents remember Hidden Valley and Allenspark's ski area. 1 pm, Board Room, Municipal Building. | HM |
| 24 | Taste of Estes Quota Club's dining extravaganza fund raiser! A sampling of over 20 restaurants and eateries, at the Conference Center at 6:00 pm. | VC |
| 27 | Estes Park Music Festival at The Stanley Hotel - presents Sherwood Park Flute Ensemble. 2 pm, admission fee. 586-5665 |
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Date(s) |
Description |
Agency |
| Various |
Rocky Mountain Nature Association presents a series of day-long and multi-day seminars about cultural history, natural history and art topics pertaining to Rocky Mountain National Park. For information on programming, dates, prices call 1-800748-7002 |
RMNA |
| All Month | Stanley Museum of Colorado - Life & work of F.O. Stanley | SM |
| All Month | Estes Park's Women's Clubs Exhibit at the Estes Park Area Historical Museum | HM |
| All Month | Exhibits in the Lobby: Changing exhibit series in the fine art gallery at the Cultural Arts Council's 304 E. Elkhorn Ave. office. March through December | CACEP |
| All Month | Art in Public Places - changing exhibit series at the Estes Park Conference Center and the Historic Stanley Hotel | CACEP |
| 1 - 11 | Spring Flings featuring the paintings of Bev Taylor at the Art Center | AC |
| 3 | Ducky Derby - Rotary Club's Duckfest 2002 for charity. Win wonderful prizes, enjoy non-stop parties at both ends of the race! Find out more about how to get tickets at http://www.rotaryclubofestespark.org/duck_race.htm ! | VC |
| 2 - 3 | Estes Park Festival of Wine - Black tie dinner at the Stanley Hotel ($100 per person) Friday, May 2 and wine tasting ($25 per person) Saturday, May 3; Seminars ($25 per person), Sunday. Champagne Brunch at Lake Shore Lodge ($25 per person). 577-7772. | VC |
| 16 - 6/22 | Northern Colorado Regional Fiber Celebration - an invited show of all varieties of textiles at the Art Center | AC |
| 17 -18 | Parade of Years 2-Day Tour - annual classic car exhibit in the parking lot of the museum. 9 - 11 am. | HM |
| 17 - 18 | Jazz Fest & Art Walk - FREE self guided gallery tour, FREE downtown jazz concerts in Bond Park featuring Nelson Rangell, Ken Walker Sextet, Javon Jackson Quartet, Mombo Rice Mombo Orchestra, and Hazel Miller. | CACEP, SEO |
| 24 - 25 | Estes Park Antique & Collectibles Show - a great two-day show to support Rooftop Rodeo and the Historical Museum. 10 to 5 in Barn W at the Fairgrounds | SEO |
| 24 - 26 | Art Market in Bond Park - 9-6 on Saturday and Sunday, 9-3 Monday. Sponsored by the Estes Park Art Center, 970-586-5882 | AC |
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Date(s) |
Description |
Agency |
| Various |
Rocky Mountain Nature Association presents a series of day-long and multi-day seminars about cultural history, natural history and art topics pertaining to Rocky Mountain National Park. For information on programming, dates, prices call 1-800748-7002 |
RMNA |
| All Month | Exhibits in the Lobby: Changing exhibit series in the fine art gallery at the Cultural Arts Council's 304 E. Elkhorn Ave. office. March through December | CACEP |
| All Month | Stanley Museum of Colorado - Life & work of F.O. Stanley | SM |
| All Month | Art in Public Places - changing exhibit series at the Estes Park Conference Center and the Historic Stanley Hotel | CACEP |
| All Month | Summer of Music in Barlow Plaza - Free musical performances weekends through Labor Day Tentative | VC |
| All Month | Music in the Mountains - chamber music at Rocky Ridge Music Center. Call for Schedule or see below. | RR |
| Thursdays | Thursday Night Live 4th annual summer concert series in the CACEP parking lot. Bring a blanket or a chair and listen to classical, jazz, folk, and contemporary music 7 pm weather permitting. 304 E. Elkhorn Ave. | CACEP |
| Mondays, Tuesdays Wednesdays | Estes Park Rodeo Series each Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evening during June at the Estes Park Fairgrounds. Call 586-6104 for times. | SEO |
| TBA | Lake Estes Fishing Derby contests, prizes, tee shirts, family fun at Lake Estes. 586-2011 | VC |
| 1 - 22 | Northern Colorado Regional Fiber Celebration - an invited show of all varieties of textiles at the Art Center | AC |
| 12 - 16 | Quilt Colorado 2002 - Quilt show and merchant's mall at the Estes Park Conference Center, open daily 9 to 5. $5 admission. http://www.quiltcolorado.com/ | |
| TBA | Campfire Sing-Alongs in Bond Park, downtown, Fridays through Mondays 7:30 to 8:30 pm until August 19th. | VC |
| 14 - 15 | Annual Wool Market - largest natural fiber show in the country; demonstrations, contests, children's tents. exhibits. sale of fiber & fiber products. Fairgrounds. 1-800-44-ESTES | SEO |
| 14 | 19th Annual Teddy Bear Picnic at the Estes Ark Celebrating the 101st Anniversary of the Teddy Bear. 970-586-6483 An Award winning event! | |
| 14 | Optimist's Big Horn Challenge - 5k and 10k runs | SEO |
| 18 - 22 | Miniature Horse Show - free to spectators Stanley Park Fairgrounds | SEO |
| 27 - 8/03 | Still Moments - an exhibit of the work of Del Hope at the Art Center. | AC |
| 22 | Music in the Mountains, concert series performed by the professional faculty of the Rocky Ridge Music Center 9 miles south of Estes Park on Highway 7 at 3 p.m. | RR |
| 28-29 | Scandinavian Midsummer Festival 10:00 am to 5:30 pm Saturday and Sunday. Scandinavian music, food, and folklore. 586-6073 | |
| 29 | Music in the Mountains faculty chamber music concert presented by Rocky Ridge at the Historic Stanley Hotel at 7:30 p.m. | RR |
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Date(s) |
Description |
Agency |
| All Month | Music in the Mountains - chamber music at Rocky Ridge Music Center - call for schedule or see below | RR |
| All Month | Summer of Music in Barlow Plaza - Free musical performances weekends through Labor Day | VC |
| All Month | Rocky Mountain Nature Association presents a series of single and multiple day seminars covering many topics pertaining to RMNP. For information on programs, dates, costs and locations, call 1-800-748-7002 | RMNA |
| All Month | Stanley Museum of Colorado - Life & work of F.O. Stanley | SM |
| All Month | Art in Public Places - changing exhibit series at the Estes Park Conference Center and the Historic Stanley Hotel | CACEP |
| All Month | Exhibits in the Lobby: Changing exhibit series in the fine art gallery at the Cultural Arts Council's 304 E. Elkhorn Ave. office. March through December | CACEP |
| All Month | Campfire Sing-Along in Bond Park, downtown, Fridays through Mondays 7:30 to 8:30 pm until August 19th. | VC |
| All Month | Still Moments - an exhibit of the work of Del Hope at the Art Center. | AC |
| Thursdays | Thursday Night Live - 4th annual summer concert series in the parking lot of the Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park, 304 E. Elkhorn Ave. 7 pm every Thursday, weather permitting. The series features classical, jazz, folk, and contemporary music, as well as theater and dance. | CACEP |
| Mondays | Estes Park Music Festival Chamber Orchestra Concert 8 pm at the Estes Park High School Auditorium. $20. Program to be announced. 586-5665 | |
| 4 | Coolest Car Show in Colorado - Collectible Car Show display of antique, classic, collectibles. From 11 am to 4 pm. Location-Estes Park Visitors Information Center. | HM |
| 4 | The Sounds of Sousa - and other patriotic music performed by The Estes Village Band on the lawn of the Stanley Hotel; 7:00 - 8:30 pm. | |
| 4 | Fireworks over Lake Estes - 9:30 p.m. A truly spectacular sight! 9:30 pm. | VC |
| 6 | Music in the Mountains - concert series performed by the professional faculty and students of the Rocky Ridge Music Center at Rocky Ridge, 9 miles south of Estes Park on Highway 7 586-4031 (June 1-August 31 only) | RR |
| TBA | Arabian Horse Show - free to spectators Stanley Park Fairgrounds | SEO |
| 8 | 77th Rooftop Rodeo Parade - downtown Lots of fun for the whole family - 10:30 am along Elkhorn Avenue downtown. | SEO |
| 8 - 13 | 77th Rooftop Rodeo - evening performances Mountain States PRCA Rodeo of the Year, every night Tuesday - Sunday at 7:30 pm, Stanley Park Fairgrounds. | SEO |
| 11 - 9/8 | Art in Public Places Northern Front Range Artists Showcase. In the Estes Park Conference Center, Thursdays - Sundays, 10 - 5. | CACEP |
| 13 | Music in the Mountains - concert series performed by the professional faculty and students of the Rocky Ridge Music Center at Rocky Ridge, 9 miles south of Estes Park on Highway 7 586-4031 (June 1-August 31 only) | RR |
| 20 | Music in the Mountains - concert series performed by the professional faculty and students of the Rocky Ridge Music Center at Rocky Ridge, 9 miles south of Estes Park on Highway 7 586-4031 (June 1-August 31 only) | RR |
| 27 | Music in the Mountains - concert series performed by the professional faculty of the Rocky Ridge Music Center featuring works by (TBA) . 3:00 p.m. at Rocky Ridge. 586-4031 (June 1-August 31 only) | RR |
| TBA | History Camp at MacGregor Ranch. Call 586-6256 for reservations and information. | HM |
| TBA | Hunter Jumper Horse Shows - free to spectators Stanley Park Fairgrounds. | SEO |
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Date(s) |
Description |
Agency |
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| All Month | Music in the Mountains - chamber music at Rocky Ridge Music Center 3 pm Sundays | RR |
| All Month | Summer of Music in Barlow Plaza - Free musical performances weekends through Labor Day | VC |
| All Month | Stanley Museum of Colorado - Life & work of F.O. Stanley | SM |
| All Month | Rocky Mountain Nature Association presents a series of single and multiple day seminars covering many topics pertaining to RMNP. For information on programs, dates, costs and locations, call 1-800-748-7002 | RMNA |
| All Month | Art in Public Places - changing exhibit series at the Estes Park Conference Center and the Historic Stanley Hotel | CACEP |
| All Month | Exhibits in the Lobby: Changing exhibit series in the fine art gallery at the Cultural Arts Council's 304 E. Elkhorn Ave. office. March through December | CACEP |
| Mondays | Estes Park Music Festival Chamber Orchestra Concert 8 pm at the Estes Park High School Auditorium. $20. Program to be announced. 586-5665 | |
| to 8/19 | Cowboy Sing-Along - free, Fridays - Mondays in Bond Park, 7:30 pm | VC |
| Thursdays | Thursday Night Live - 4th annual summer concert series in the parking lot of the Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park, 304 E. Elkhorn Ave. 7 pm every Thursday, weather permitting. The series features classical, jazz, folk, and contemporary music, as well as theater and dance. | CACEP |
| 1 - 3 | Still Moments - an exhibit of the work of Del Hope at the Art Center. | AC |
| 2 | Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale at the Estes Park Conference Center | VC |
| 4 - 10 | Praise In the Rockies Christian Artists Music Seminar with nightly concerts at the Estes Park Center, YMCA of the Rockies. 1-800-755-7464 or 303-247-9901 Dates Tentative | EPC |
| 8 - 9/14 | Light Shines Through featuring the work of Dot Pecina at the Art Center | AC |
| TBA | History Camp at MacGregor Ranch - Call 586-6256 for registration information. | HM |
| 3 | Music in the Mountains - concert series performed by the professional faculty and students of the Rocky Ridge Music Center at Rocky Ridge, 9 miles south of Estes Park on Highway 7 586-4031 (June 1-August 31 only) | RR |
| 12 | Estes Park Music Festival Chamber Orchestra Concert Program to be announced, at the Estes Park High School Auditorium, 8 pm, $20 each. 586-5665 | |
| 10 | Music in the Mountains - concert series performed by the professional faculty and students of the Rocky Ridge Music Center at Rocky Ridge, 9 miles south of Estes Park on Highway 7 586-4031 (June 1-August 31 only) | RR |
| 17 | Music in the Mountains Student Concert - concert series performed by the professional faculty and students of the Rocky Ridge Music Center at Rocky Ridge, 9 miles south of Estes Park on Highway 7 586-4031 (June 1-August 31 only) | RR |
| 18 | History of Estes Park Schools Exhibit Opening Reception, 5 - 7 pm at the Estes Park Area Historical Museum | HM |
| 18 - 1-2004 | History of Estes Park Schools Exhibit at the Estes Park Area Historical Museum | HM |
| 21 - 24 | Estes Cycling Challenge - Three stages for all category racers with two road races on two different 8 mile circuit courses and one individual time trial of approximately three miles. The Pro/1/2 Men will also have an 87 mile road race and 12 mile time trial. An ACA permitted Road Stage Race. 586-5877, estescycling@aol.com | VC |
| 22 - 23 | 100 Year Automobile Extravaganza the car shows to see, celebrating the 100th anniversary of the first automobile to arrive in Estes Park. In Bond Park, downtown. on Saturday, and at the Estes Park Fairgrounds on Sunday. | SEO |
| 23 | Motoring Firsts in Colorado celebrating the 100th anniversary of the first automobile to arrive in Estes Park. Lyle Miller of the Colorado Historical Society will present the slide show at the Stanley Hotel Concert Hall. 7 pm. | HM |
| 23-24 | Estes Park Rock The Classic Rock Music Festival with Altitude! Bands already confirmed include: Saturday - Eric Burdon and the Animals - 2 pm; John Kay & Steppenwolf - 4 pm; Bachman Turner Overdrive - 6 pm; Three Dog Night - 8 pm. Sunday - Firefall - 2 pm; Grass Roots - 4 pm; Foreigner lead singer Lou Gramm - 6 pm; Grand Funk Railroad - 8 pm ...more to be announced. Open field concert at the Stanley Fairgrounds. Grounds open 10 am to 10 p.m. Phone: 970-586-4299 or 1-800-435-9165 http://www.estesparkrock.com for ticket information | SEO |
| 30 - 9/1 | Alpaca Show Alpaca's on display, and for sale. At the Estes Park Fairgrounds. | SEO |
| 30 - 9/1 | Labor Day Crafts Show In Bond Park, the first of many fall festivals! Sponsored by the Estes Park Volunteer Fire Department to benefit Muscular Dystrophy | VC |
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Date(s) |
Description |
Agency |
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| All Month | Stanley Museum of Colorado - Life & work of F.O. Stanley | SM |
| All Month | History of Estes Park Schools Exhibit at the Estes Park Area Historical Museum | HM |
| All Month | Art in Public Places - changing exhibit series at the Estes Park Conference Center and the Historic Stanley Hotel | CACEP |
| All Month | Exhibits in the Lobby: Changing exhibit series in the fine art gallery at the Cultural Arts Council's 304 E. Elkhorn Ave. office. March through December | CACEP |
| All Month | History of Estes Park Schools Exhibit at the Estes Park Area Historical Museum | HM |
| 1 | Alpaca Market - at the Stanley Park Fairgrounds | SEO |
| 1 | Summer of Music in Barlow Plaza - Free musical performances weekends through Labor Day | VC |
| 1 | Labor Day Crafts Show - In Bond Park, the first of many fall festivals! Sponsored by the Estes Park Volunteer Fire Department to benefit Muscular Dystrophy | VC |
| 1-14 | Light Shines Through featuring the work of Dot Pecina at the Art Center | AC |
| 5-7 | 27th Annual Longs Peak Scottish Irish Festival Always a favorite, the largest festival of its kind in North America, mostly at the Fairgrounds and Stanley Park just off US 36 adjacent to Lake Estes. Check the web site for more details at http://www.scotfest.com/ or call 800-90-ESTES. | VC |
| 6 | Longs Peak Scottish Irish Parade - downtown - Great entertainment and preview of bands at the festival. | VC |
| Weekends TBA | The Elk Rut - Interpretive Bus Tours by RMNP naturalists. Busses depart 5:30 pm from Beaver Meadows Interpretive Center, and the Estes Park Information Center. Riders must have a park pass or Golden Eagle pass. Reservations can be made at 586-1355. | VC |
| 12 - 14 | Fine Arts & Crafts Show - Juried Arts & Crafts Show in Bond Park. Sponsored by the Fine Arts Guild of the Rockies, 586-9203 | CACEP |
| 15 | Who Needs Water? Exhibit Opening Reception, 5 - 7 pm at the Estes Park Area Historical Museum. | HM |
| 15 - 2/28/03 | Who Needs Water? Exhibit at the Estes Park Area Historical Museum | HM |
| 20 - 21 | Autumn Gold - A Festival of Brats & Bands - Downtown - the third festival of an Estes Park fall. | VC |
| 20-21 | Autumn Art Walk Self guided walking tour of Estes Park galleries and art studios | CACEP |
| 26 - 10/11 | Lines Into Shapes - National Juried Show, at the Art Center | AC |
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Date(s) |
Description |
Agency |
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| All Month | Stanley Museum of Colorado - Life & work of F.O. Stanley | SM |
| All Month | Exhibits in the Lobby: Changing exhibit series in the fine art gallery at the Cultural Arts Council's 304 E. Elkhorn Ave. office. March through December | CACEP |
| All Month | Art in Public Places - changing exhibit series at the Estes Park Conference Center and the Historic Stanley Hotel | CACEP |
| All Month | History of Estes Park Schools Exhibit at the Estes Park Area Historical Museum | HM |
| All Month | Who Needs Water? Exhibit at the Estes Park Area Historical Museum | HM |
| 1 - 11 | Lines into Shapes - 7th annual national juried show | AC |
| 4 - 5 | Elk Fest 2003 Elk viewing, photography seminars, archery demo's and lots, lots more mostly downtown in Bond Park! Fifth in a series of weekend festivals. | VC |
| 11 - 12 | Merchants Surprise Sale - A great October weekend shopping event, and the fourth in a series of Festivals | VC |
| 17 - 11/23 | Woven Wonders - featuring the dyed and woven textiles of Deb Gulliksen at the Art Center. | AC |
| TBA | 3rd Annual Fine Art and Fine Wine: Plein Air 2003 3rd annual festival of fine art and fine wine. Watch 16 plein air artists paint. $25, Stanley Hotel Concert Hall | CACEP |
| 26 | The second Annual Halloween Hullabaloo! A fun day of Halloween-centered activities for kids at the Estes Park Historical Museum, YMCA, and Stanley Museum | HM |
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Date(s) |
Description |
Agency |
|---|---|---|
| All Month | Stanley Museum of Colorado - Life & work of F.O. Stanley | SM |
| All Month | History of Estes Park Schools Exhibit at the Estes Park Area Historical Museum | HM |
| Sundays | Estes Park Music Festival at the Stanley Hotel - Sunday afternoon concerts at the Historic Stanley Hotel by the Estes Park Music Festival. 2:00 pm, $2 Admission fee. 586-5665 | |
| All Month | Exhibits in the Lobby: Changing exhibit series in the fine art gallery at the Cultural Arts Council's 304 E. Elkhorn Ave. office. March through December | CACEP |
| All Month | Art in Public Places - changing exhibit series at the Estes Park Conference Center and the Historic Stanley Hotel | CACEP |
| All Month | Who Needs Water? Exhibit at the Estes Park Area Historical Museum | HM |
| 17 - 23 | Woven Wonders - featuring the dyed and woven textiles of Deb Gulliksen at the Art Center. | AC |
| TBA | DanceFest 2002 - Celebration of dance featuring jazz, ballet, ballroom, tap, Middle Eastern and other cultures. Estes Park Center, YMCA of the Rockies. Donation at the door. | CACEP |
| 28 | Catch the Glow Christmas Parade - 5:30 p.m. An annual favorite, come early! | VC |
| 28 - 29 | Holiday Delights - an exhibit of pottery by Marcia Tavel, photography by Susan Moore at the Art Center. | AC |
| 29 | Annual Holiday House Christmas Bazaar at the Estes Park Conference Center | VC |
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Date(s) |
Description |
Agency |
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| All Month | Exhibits in the Lobby: Changing exhibit series in the fine art gallery at the Cultural Arts Council's 304 E. Elkhorn Ave. office. March through December | CACEP |
| All Month | Stanley Museum of Colorado - Life & work of F.O. Stanley | SM |
| All Month | History of the Birch Cabin and the Knoll, Estes Park Area Historical Museum | HM |
| All Month | Art in Public Places - changing exhibit series at the Estes Park Conference Center and the Historic Stanley Hotel | CACEP |
| All Month | Winter Wonders an exhibit of blown glass by Garth Mudge and silver and gold jewelry by Eli Roehl at the Art Center. | AC |
| Sundays | Estes Park Music Festival at the Stanley Hotel - Sunday afternoon concerts at the Historic Stanley Hotel by the Estes Park Music Festival. 2:00 pm, $2 Admission fee. 586-5665 | |
| 1 | Estes Park Music Festival at the Stanley Hotel David Greene Ensemble in the Music Room, 2 pm, $2.00 Adult admission charge. 586-5665 | |
| 7 - 8 | Sixthself -guided gallery, studio and exhibit tours | CACEP |
| 7 | Annual Holiday Home Tour - sponsored by Quota Club of Estes Park. | VC |
| 7 | 8th Annual Friends' Holiday Gift Emporium - Fine art and unique hand-crafted gifts. Stanley Hotel Concert Hall, 10 - 3. A portion of the sales will benefit CACEP. | CACEP |
| 7 | Make an Edible Homestead Learn about the Homestead Act of 1862 and about how some local homesteaders fared while creating an edible homestead to take home and snack on. Reservations required, children grades 1-4. 1 - 2 pm, Senior Center. | HM |
| 7 | Estes Park Music Festival Fantasy Ball - fund raiser that includes formal dinner and dance. Estes Park Conference Center, Cocktails at 6 pm, Dinner at 7:30, dancing from 8 to 11:30 to the Hot Tomatoes Orchestra. Black tie optional, $75 per person. 586-5665 | |
| 6-7 | Celebrate in Estes Park® - Carriage rides, Santa & elves, carolers, pony rides, more 2002 | VC |
| 8 | Estes Park Music Festival at The Stanley Hotel Amadeus Trio in the Music Room. 2 pm, $2.00 admission. | |
| 11 | Colorado Children's Chorale Holiday Concert - Estes Park High School, $10 adults, children are free. 586-5665 | |
| 13 - spring 03 | Mountain Air: Works from the Rocky Mountain National Park Artist in Residence Program. an exhibit at the Estes Park Area Historical Museum | HM |
| 14 | Free Day at the Estes Park Area Historical Museum | HM |
| 14 | Victorian Christmas Ornament Workshop Try your hand at creating four different patterns of Victorian Christmas Ornaments. Materials provided, no experience needed. 11 am to 2 pm at the Senior Center. | HM |
| 15 | The Oratorio Society of Estes Park Winter Concert - Handel's Messiah. Community Church of the Rockies. 577-9809 2002 | |
| 15 | Estes Park Music Festival at The Stanley Hotel Terese Waggoner, soprano, in the Music Room. 2 pm, $2.00 admission. | |
| 22 | Estes Park Music Festival at The Stanley Hotel Flarp, flute and harp in the Music Room. 2 pm, $2.00 admission. |
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Events & Activities
Information Phone Numbers |
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| (all area codes 970) | ||
| AC | Art Center of Estes Park | 586-5882 |
| CACEP | Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park | 586-9203 |
| EPC | Estes Park Center-YMCA of the Rockies | 586-3341 |
| HM | Estes Park Historical Museum | 586-6256 |
| EVRPD | Estes Valley Recreation & Park District | 586-8191 |
| RMNP | Rocky Mountain National Park | 586-1206 |
| RMNA | Rocky Mountain Nature Association | 1-800-748-7002 |
| RR | Rocky Ridge Music Center | 586-4031 |
| SEO | Town of Estes Park Special Events Office | 586-6104 |
| SM | Stanley Museum |
577-1903 |
| VC | Estes Park Visitors Center |
586-4431, 800-44-ESTES (800-443-7837) |
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Events & Activities
Information Phone Numbers |
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|---|---|---|
| (all area codes 970) | ||
| AC | Art Center of Estes Park | 970-586-5882 |
| CACEP | Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park | 970-586-9203 |
| EPC | Estes Park Center-YMCA of the Rockies | 970-586-3341 |
| HM | Estes Park Historical Museum | 970-586-6256 |
| EVRPD | Estes Valley Recreation & Park District | 970-586-8191 |
| RMNP | Rocky Mountain National Park | 970-586-1206 |
| RMNA | Rocky Mountain Nature Association | 800-748-7002 |
| RR | Rocky Ridge Music Center | 970-586-4031 |
| SEO | Town of Estes Park Special Events Office | 970-586-6104 |
| SM | Stanley Museum | 970-577-1903 |
| VC | Estes Park Visitors Center | 970-586-4431 800-443-7837 |