The San Juan Barrel Fest, taking place from 2:30 to 5:30 on October 1 at Hartwell Park in downtown Ridgway, is an excellent way to support the Sherbino while having fun. At this event, barrel brewers and vintners from the Western Colorado region share a cask or barrel of something special. Each brewer or winemaker…Continued
The 8th annual Sneffels Fiber Art Festival will take place on September 24 and 25 of this year at the Ouray County 4-H Event Center & Fairgrounds in Ridgway. The festival will be jam-packed with opportunities and activities covering all things fiber-related. Everybody who enjoys making their own fiber and wearable art will love this…Continued
While September is bringing some warm weather, Colorado’s upcoming fall season will soon bring a rainbow of stunning leaf colors to the state. The best part is that the fall season is expected to have a profound, long-lasting impact. The combination of enticing winter snow, a wet spring, and frequent summer downpours has produced a…Continued
From September 16th to 18th, enjoy three days and nights of world-class music with breathtaking mountain peaks as a backdrop. Telluride Blues & Brews Festival is renowned as one of the most picturesque and intimate music festivals in the nation and is held in the well-known mountain town of Telluride, Colorado. Live performances of blues,…Continued
The Old Hundred is the only mine tour where you can see and operate mining equipment in a real-life mine environment. Enjoy underground amusement in a genuine gold mine. Rarely do outsiders witness the hard rock miner’s underground world. Now you too can see how mining operated with a one-hour guided tour on a safe…Continued
On September 5th, the Ouray County Fairgrounds will host the Labor Day Ouray County Fair and Rodeo. The Ouray County Fair & Rodeo offers a wide variety of exciting events for the whole family to enjoy. These events include the junior breakaway and the break-away roping for cowboys and cowgirls, as well as mounted team…Continued
With top-notch lodging, dining options, and year-round activities, Ouray has been a popular mountain destination for tourists for more than 100 years. In addition to the world-famous Ouray Ice Park, Ouray is home to hundreds of miles of old Jeep roads, sulfur-free natural hot springs with breathtaking views, and fantastic backcountry and cross-country skiing. Continue…Continued
If you haven’t yet visited, the Ridgway Farmers Market is a fantastic opportunity to support farmers, local agriculture, and small businesses. The market is open every Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. until October 14, 2022. The Ridgway Farmers Market offers local fruits, vegetables, flowers, and plants, along with a variety of sustainable meats,…Continued
Every morning, our Ouray Colorado hot springs welcome guests and residents with the warmest and most breathtaking vistas. The San Juan Mountains rise and fall like those on a book’s cover, allowing you to sit back and unwind. But besides the views, here are four other reasons you should take a soak in our natural…Continued
Under the creative supervision of renowned concert pianist Max Levinson, the annual San Juan Chamber MusicFest, OCPAG’s signature event, presents a group of chamber artists who have achieved international fame. Every August, they work together to put on a week’s worth of music and events in Ouray and Ridgway. San Juan Chamber MusicFest schedule of…Continued
There are a ton of things to do in Ouray no matter what time of year you decide to travel here. The high peaks that tower over Ouray at 13,000 feet are dotted with outdoor adventures. With these adventurous activities, you can take your summer to new heights. Hike the Ouray Perimeter Trail Consider taking…Continued
Even in the winter, Ouray is a wonderful destination to visit. In fact, you’d be astonished at how much there is to do in Ouray year-round, regardless of the season. This “Little Switzerland” is best visited between mid-July and September. The 4th of July is a big deal, and the snow usually lasts until the…Continued
