Yes! It's only August, and Labor Day is just around the corner, so it’s only natural the fall vibes are already starting. Kids are returning to school, pumpkin spice everything is already out, and ski sales will begin soon. So, it's only natural that you start to plan your fall excursions throughout Colorado. Here are a few Colorado Fall Festivals you can add to your year's fall calendar.
Jazz Aspen Snowmass Labor Day Festival
Get out of the heat this Labor Day weekend and enjoy one of the best festivals in the West. JAS brings in some of the world's most famous musicians and the best crowds under the beautiful Colorado Mountains. This year, you can check out bands like Sting, Lucas Nelson, One Republic, Tim McGraw, The Black Crowes, and many more. Get tickets and plan your trip here.
Vail Oktoberfest
Take a break and head to Vail for their legendary Oktoberfest on September 6 – 8 in Lions Head Village and then September 13-15 in Vail Village. Spend two weekends enjoying brats, bavarian music, stein holding, keg rolling, and more. You can even strap on your best Lederhosen for the costume contest. Learn more about this tradition here.
Colorado Artfest
Take the short drive to historic downtown Castle Rock for the Colorado Artfest, September 7 & 8. Check out works from over 110 of the area's best artists. Live music and the area's best food trucks make it a great weekend. Discover the artists and event lineup here.
Colorado Mountain Winefest
One of the best Winefests in the U.S. takes place in the wine capital of Colorado, Palisade, on Saturday, September 21. For the 33nd year, the festival will bring together some of the best wineries throughout the state for you to taste. Chef demonstrations, live music, and food make this event memorable. Get your tickets here.
The Great American Beer Festival
One of the largest festivals of the fall brings beer lovers and brewers together at the Colorado Convention Center from October 10-12. Explore hundreds of beers from some of the finest breweries throughout the country. The Great American Beer Festival is one that every beer lover should mark on their calendar. Discover participating breweries and get your tickets here.
Fall is a beautiful time to explore Colorado. If there's a festival attached to it, it makes it even better. These are just five of the many festivals happening throughout the state. Start your planning and get out and discover everything Colorado has to offer this fall.
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