October Colorado Events

With the leaves changing colors and the temperatures getting cooler, October is filled with exciting events to celebrate the season. Brew fests are common, including the Wine in the Pines Keystone and numerous Oktoberfests to choose from. Read our events blog.

For those looking for a scare, Halloween haunted houses and hayrides can be found all over. Make the most of these warmer days while they’re around.

Due to COVID-19, all of the upcoming events for the next several months are subject to cancellation or postponement. Please double-check the event’s official website for the most accurate, timely information on whether an event is happening.

2021 Annual October Festivals in Colorado

Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering

Date: Thur-Sun, September 30 – October 3, 2021
Address: Durango
About: Celebrate the rich history of the American cowboy, with live performances, poets, and musicians, now in its 32nd year.

Colorado Brewers Rendezvous

Date: Sat, October 2, 2021
Address: Riverside Park, Salida
About: 25th annual beer festival held on the banks of the Arkansas River, featuring more than 75 breweries, 200 beers, and live music.

Handmade In Colorado Expo

Date: October 2-3, 2021
Address: Central Park, Boulder
About: 14th annual art event held over three weekends at three different venues showcasing various creations from Colorado artists.

Cheesman Park Art Fest

Date: Sat-Sun, October 2-3, 2021
Address: Cheesman Park, Denver
About: 8th annual art fest invites more than one hundred national, juried artists and craftsmen to showcase their work around Cheesman Park.

Elk Fest

Date: Sat-Sun, October 2-3, 2021
Address: Bond Park, Estes Park
About: Fall festival celebrating the annual elk “rut” in its 22nd year. Events include a Mountain Man Rendezvous, Native American music and dancing, a bugling contest, elk seminars, and exhibits, as well as food and craft vendors. There’s also an elk-viewing bus.

Steers & Beers Whiskey and Beer Festival

Date: Sat, October 9, 2021
Address: Colorado Springs
About: 5th annual beer and whiskey festival held at the 4-star Antlers Hotel in downtown COS.

Emma Crawford Coffin Races & Parade

Date: TBD October 2021
Address: Manitou Springs
About: Starts with a parade through town followed by coffin races. 26th annual, coffin races are teams of four pallbearers and one “Emma”. The races have been covered nationally by the Travel Channel. They are usually held the last Saturday in October, annually since 1995.

Breckenridge Craft Spirits Festival

Date: TBD October 2021
Address: Breckenridge
About: For the 10th year enjoy live music, regional liquor, and food. Events include Poker Run, Historic Saloon Walking Tour, Breckenridge Distillery Tours, Honey Gitter’s live show at the historic Gold Pan Saloon, and Hangover Brunch.

Knock Your Boots Off Beer Tasting & Chili Cook-Off

Date: TBD 2021 (possibly canceled forever)
Address: Golden
About: Annual chili competition featuring bottomless craft beer and chili tastings.

Great American Beer Festival

Date: Canceled for 2021 | Thur-Sat, October 6-8, 2022
Address: Convention Center, Denver
About: Now in its 40th year, GABF is one of the largest beer festivals in the US, with four sessions to choose from, and over 3500 beers.

Wine In The Pines

Date: Canceled for 2021
Address: Keystone
About: Summit County’s premier wine festival is now in its 37th year. Enjoy exquisite wine paired with savory cuisine.

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