(Oct. 28-Nov. 3) By Jeff Shibley The top 5 Colorado events this week is a primer that gets you started on your weekly planner of things to do in Colorado this week. These top five Colorado events this week are pulled from event calendars all over the state and have been chosen for uniqueness, bang for the buck and super fun potential. I do expect everyone to agree with me on the top 5, but if you need more – just scroll down and you’ll come across the most complete list of concerts, festivals and Colorado events this week.
Top 5 Colorado Events This Week
1. The Long Run - A Tribute to the Eagles, Friday, Nov 1, Breckenridge Riverwalk Center – The world’s greatest band covering the Eagles performs a benefit for the Domus Pacis. Domus Pacis is an organization providing families dealing with cancer a respite in Summit County. They rely on donated homes and volunteers to create joyful memories for many families each year.
2. Día de Muertos, Nov. 2, Dairy Arts Center, Boulder – Enjoy an afternoon of art, music, dance and Latin cuisine as the Dairy celebrates the Mexican holiday Dia de Muertos. Doors open at 4pm and it’s free. Wear a costume or have your face painted on site.
3. Urban Holiday Market, Nov. 2-3 at Skyline Park, Denver – Colorado’s first outdoor holiday market to take place this year is the Urban Holiday Market in Downtown Denver. This holiday shopping experience include live entertainment and high quality handcrafted goods, seasonal items, specialty foods and more.
4. The Fort Collins Downtown Holiday Lighting Ceremony, Nov. 1. We’re all about getting into the holiday spirit early and Fort Collins is the first Colorado city to get their Christmas lights lit. Downtown Fort Collins stay illuminated through Valentine’s Day. The gathering starts at 5:30pm with live music from the Guerilla Fanfare Brass Band performing their New Orleans style funk. The lights come on at 6:30pm sharp.
5. Fall Back Beer Festival, November 2, Estes Park – The Estes Park Events Complex hosts more than 30 Colorado craft breweries pouring unlimited samples of more than 100 beers. There’ll be live music from the 2019 RockyGrass band contest winner, Never Come down. Looking for something truly unique? Don’t miss the 2:30pm firkin tapping; it’s always a crowd favorite! Guests of all ages can enjoy craft sodas, kombucha, and coffee samples, along with kid’s activities, food trucks, vendors, and award-winning bluegrass onstage. The Fall Back Beer Fest proceeds benefit the Estes Valley Workforce Housing Assistance - Helping Families Realize Their Dream of Home Ownership
Event Category: Colorado Concerts
