Aspens, Adventure + Activities Abound! From Film Festivals to Oktoberfests to Trail Runs, Here's Everything Worth Marking on Your Fall Calendar

Summer's warm, easygoing days are winding down, but here in Grand County, that just means the best season of the year is about to begin. Every year around this time, I'm reminded all over again why fall in the mountains is my favorite; there's something about it that just feels like magic. Mornings arrive crisp and frosty, the high peaks start catching their first dusting of snow, and the aspens are just showing off with their vibrant gold, orange, and red everywhere you turn. The pace of life eases up too, leaving plenty of room to get outside in the cooler air and soak it all in. It's honestly one of my…

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Granby Rodeo and High Country Stampede Bring Wild West Charm to Grand County All Summer Long

Summer in Grand County means endless mountain biking and hiking trails, soaking in the sunshine on our mountain lakes, floating the Upper Colorado River, fishing, live outdoor music, festivals, and enjoying that cool mountain air when the rest of the world is sweltering. And, just to add to the fun, summer is also rodeo season!

While some mountain towns only get one rodeo a year, we're lucky enough to have two that run most of the summer: one in Fraser and one in Granby. So bust out that western wear because our quintessential mountain rodeos are calling your name. Rain or shine (and legitimate fun for the whole family), the Granby Rodeo at Flying Heels…

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"Summer Starts Sooner" this Memorial Day with Early Openings, Live Outdoor Music + Special Events Kicking off the Summer Season

Aside from a handful of spring snowstorms, it’s felt like patio-sitting summertime for longer than usual this spring, thanks to a relatively dry, warm winter. Early-season trails have been hike and bike ready since March, the sun has been shining, aspens are already budding, and wildflowers are even starting to pop. So it definitely feels like TIME to kick off summer here in the mountains!

Grand County summers are as good as it gets: from exploring the three lakes region and soaking in the old-school charm of Grand Lake’s boardwalk, to hopping on hundreds of miles of singletrack, catching live outdoor music, golfing our…

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Middle Park High School Launches Its First-Ever Ice Hockey Team! 

You might be wondering how a community known for its winter sports is just now introducing a high school hockey team?! It’s no small feat to bring a new high school–level sport to a rural community, where both resources and players are coveted. But ice hockey in a place eponymous for winter sports is meant to be! It’s been a labor of love with years of commitment and a whole lot of tenacity from hockey lovers throughout the Fraser Valley to finally usher in a new season for Middle Park High School - one with its very own hockey team!

East Grand School District (home to Fraser Valley Elementary, Granby Elementary, East Grand Middle School, and Middle Park High School) kicked off…

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No Pain, No Jane: Celebrating 50 Years of Skiing + Riding Winter Park's "Wild Side"

I’m a firm believer that every day in the mountains is worth celebrating. I never want to take for granted the alpenglow over snow-capped peaks, the view from the top of a summit, the ability to hop on trails right out my back door, or the slower pace of life. But this year, there's even more to celebrate here in Winter Park: Mary Jane’s 50th birthday!

Winter Park Resort’s Mary Jane territory ( “the Jane side”) is known for its steep, deep, and raw terrain. Largely ungroomed, the trails on the Jane develop some of the best moguls around. Couple those bumps with the steep pitch and it’s easy to see why the “No Pain, No Jane” slogan rings true. And if you spend a…

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Cheers to 2026! How to Celebrate New Year's Eve in Grand County

The holiday season is always magical here in the Winter Park area: snow-capped mountains, festive lights, and a slower rhythm make it easy to get into the holiday spirit. And when it comes to ringing in the New Year, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate! Think fireworks, an outdoor silent disco, light parades on skis, live music, and even a theater performance. Truly, there’s something for everyone. From family-friendly fun to all-night dance parties, I’ve rounded up the best New Year’s Eve events and dinner specials so you don’t have to dig around and can focus on enjoying your time in the mountains. Wherever you are and however you celebrate, I hope you’re able to toast to 2026…

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What's Happening this Halloween?  Celebrate Mountain-Style with a Calendar Full of Grand County Events !

I might be a little biased, but our Grand County small towns really do Halloween right. From Granby's Main Street Trick-or-Treat to Grand Lake's Ghost + Gourds Gathering, Winter Park's Halloween Bash at Cooper Creek Square, and trick-or-treating in Fraser’s Old Town, the enthusiasm is absolutely infectious - and the fun just keeps coming!

If you’ll be in the mountains for the holiday this year, there’s no shortage of family-friendly festivities. So mark your calendars, costume up, and hit the town for a spooktacular Halloween 2025!

SUN OUTDOORS PUMPKIN PATCH

Saturday, October 11:  11am-3pm

Kick off Halloween at Sun Outdoors! While it…

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Cooler Air, Colorful Leaves, and a Calendar Full of Fall Events!

The long, hot days of summer are coming to an end, but that just means there’s another season to enjoy here in Grand County! I’m reminded every year just what a gift fall in Grand County is – it truly is one of my favorite times of year. Smoke starts to drift out of chimneys, frosty green grass greets us in the mornings, snow settles on the tops of peaks, and aspens burst with vibrant gold, orange, and red. Life seems to slow down a little, making space to take advantage of outdoor adventure in cooler temps and soak in all the fall color. And weekend festivals and events don't stop just because school started! Take advantage of them as you enjoy this peaceful season before the lifts…

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Embrace Summer in the Mountains with a Calendar Full of Events!

Summer is in full swing here in Grand County, and I'm here for all of it! The longer days full of sunshine and blue skies, lush green mountainsides, postcard-worthy wildflowers, majestic lakes, roaring rivers, and seemingly endless opportunities for outdoor adventure make summer here in the Winter Park area as good as it gets. 

One of the (many) perks of living in the mountains in the summer is the full calendar of events. Couple opportunities to enjoy live outdoor music, sign up for races, sip craft drinks, experience an old-school circus, head to the rodeo, and more with Grand County's Top 10 Summer Activities , and life doesn't get much better! From one-time to weekly events,…

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Celebrate Independence Day from Winter Park to Grand Lake All Weekend Long!

Grand County pulls out all the stops to celebrate the 4th of July each year. You'll find live music, races, parades, rodeos, fireworks and more from Winter Park to Granby to Grand Lake. And with the cool mountain air and jaw-dropping views, this is the quintessential place to celebrate the favorite summer holiday. We've done our best to compile all of the events coming your way this 4th of July - we did the digging for you, so you can kick back, relax, and enjoy your time in the mountains! 

THURSDAY, JULY 3rd

5:30-8pm: Granby Music + Market

6-8pm: High Note Thursday at Rendezvous Event Center

7pm: Granby Rodeo at Flying Heels Arena 

9:30pm (ish): Granby Rodeo…

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