1. Flying Heels Rodeo

📍 Location: Granby, CO

📅 Dates: Every Saturday from June 7 to July 26, 2025 — including a special 3-day Independence Day Celebration (July 3, 4 & 5)

🌐 Website: granbyrodeo.com

🎟️ Details: Step into classic western tradition at Granby’s local rodeo grounds. Watch real cowboys and cowgirls compete in bull riding, saddle bronc, team roping, mutton bustin’ (for the kids), and more. Local food vendors, live music, and western games make this a family night out to remember.

📝 Pro Tip: Bring cash for food, arrive early for front-row bleacher seats, and don’t miss the kids' dummy roping event — it’s a crowd favorite.

2. High Country Stampede Rodeo

📍 Location: Fraser, CO

📅 Dates: Saturdays, July 5 – August 16, 2025

🌐 Website: highcountrystampederodeo.com

🎟️ Details: A beloved Fraser tradition, this rodeo is known for its strong community feel and weekly theme nights. Expect patriotic tributes, costume contests, and a good mix of beginner-friendly and high-skill rodeo action under the lights. Gates open at 4:00 PM with pre-rodeo entertainment before the 7:00 PM main event.

📝 Theme Nights Include: Old West Night, Firefighters Appreciation, Military Recognition Night, and Tough Enough to Wear Pink (breast cancer awareness).

3. Middle Park Fair & Rodeo

📍 Location: Kremmling, CO

📅 Dates: July 26 – August 10, 2025

🌐 Website: Middle Park Fair & Rodeo

🎟️ Details: Running strong since 1912, this is Grand County’s biggest western celebration. Beyond the rodeo events, you’ll find livestock shows, 4-H youth competitions, parades, concerts, and carnival rides. This is a true Colorado county fair, blending cowboy grit with hometown charm.

📝 Don’t Miss: The demolition derby and evening concerts featuring local country and bluegrass bands.

1. Blues From The Top Music Festival

📍 Location: Hideaway Park, Winter Park, CO

📅 Dates: June 27–29, 2025

🌐 Website: bluesfromthetop.org

🎶 Details: Produced by the Grand County Blues Society, this 3-day festival brings world-renowned blues artists to a stunning mountain backdrop. Expect soul-stirring performances, craft vendors, food trucks, and a laid-back vibe that keeps guests dancing barefoot on the grass.

2. Winter Park Jazz Festival

📍 Location: Winter Park, CO

📅 Dates: July 19–20, 2025

🌐 Website: playwinterpark.com

🎷 Details: Now in its 42nd year, this iconic festival features national jazz acts, smooth R&B, and fusion artists performing under the summer sun. VIP packages and general admission available. Come early to snag a spot under the trees — or bring a blanket and chill on the lawn.

3. Grand Lake Arts & Crafts Fairs

📍 Location: Grand Lake, CO

📅 Dates: July 12–13 & August 9–10, 2025

🌐 Website: gograndlake.com

🎨 Details: Held in the heart of Colorado’s most charming lake town, these summer fairs showcase handcrafted jewelry, mountain photography, rustic décor, clothing, and more. Enjoy local eats while browsing one-of-a-kind creations. Great for families and collectors alike.