Annual Events in Allenspark, Colorado
Allenspark is home to many annual events that celebrate the seasons and all that Colorado has to offer. Whether it is Spring, Summer, Winter or Fall, there is an event, festival, parade or gathering for you to come and enjoy. Here are some of our favorites. We hope you’ll consider joining us year-round to participate in the events that make Allenspark so special.
Frozen Dead Guy Days
A unique Colorado festival with three days of frigidly fun happenings spread across Estes Park, CO. Annually in March. Coffin Races, Polar Plunge, Frostbite Fashion Show, Brain Freeze Contest, Skull Bowling, Frozen T-shirt Contest & More!
Estes Park Wool Market
The Annual Estes Park Wool Market is right around the corner, taking place early June. The Wool Market is an educational and entertaining event for those who share a passion for the fiber industry, as well as those that are just getting started. Guests of the event will be able to shop our Vendor Hall, complete with 75+ vendors, interact with over 10 different breeds of animals, participate in a skill demonstration, compete in one of our technique competitions and more!
4th of July Parade
Our own Allenspark Parade has been touted as the biggest little parade in the state. Generally held on the 4th of July, ‘everyone’ loves to participate – from the youngsters riding whatever contraption they can make go – to the more senior of us on horses or in the bands or working the tractors… and every fire truck not pressed into duty somewhere. If you are in the crowd, you are liable to get squirted by one of those big hoses!
The Rooftop Rodeo
A week of the best Rodeo has to offer in the world’s most scenic arena. The rodeo with altitude! The rodeo is held every July and features PRCA’s best competitors both animal & cowboy/cowgirl. Winner of Best Small Rodeo of the year & nominated for Best Medium Sized Rodeo. Please visit the official Rooftop Rodeo website for a complete rodeo week schedule, ticket sales and other event information.
Long's Peak Scottish-Irish Highland Festival
Immerse yourself in the Celtic culture at the Highland Festival in Estes Park, Colorado. Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Highland Festival, Inc. hosts the largest such festival in the country. The event includes Scottish athletics, the best in Celtic rock and folk music, and live field performances and is held in September.
Run Like the Wind
Join us in Allenspark, Colorado, at 8,504 feet for the annual Run Like the Wind 5K, Walk Like the Breeze 2K, and our beloved Dog Jog. This isn’t just any race—it’s a scenic journey through pine-scented trails and breathtaking mountain vistas, where both two-legged and four-legged participants are celebrated.
Annual Wild Turkey Fest
Welcome to Allenspark, Colorado, a charming town nestled right outside the majestic Rocky Mountain National Park. With its close proximity to the park and a plethora of things to do in Allenspark, this destination is a nature lover’s paradise. From exhilarating hikes in Allenspark to exploring the wonders of Rocky Mountain National Park, there’s no shortage of outdoor adventures awaiting you.