Colorado statewide events

Welcome fall in the Yampa Valley at Steamboat's favorite beer celebration. Stroll downtown restaurants Friday for seasonal brews, then head to Steamboat Resort's mountain base village Saturday for the beer garden. Enjoy a beef cook-off, lawn games and vendor market beneath colorful views of Mount Werner.

Dig into Mactoberfest along Restaurant Row in Aspen, a free mac-and-cheese showdown. Local restaurants compete while you taste creative dishes and cast your vote. Enjoy live music, cold beer and outdoor seating at this family-friendly celebration of comfort food.

Comedy royalty returns as George Lopez takes the stage at Denver's Paramount Theatre. One of the most beloved Latino comedians ever, Lopez blends edgy wit with heartfelt stories from his Mexican-American upbringing. Expect sharp, uncompromising humor from a Grammy-nominated icon. For mature audiences only, ages 18 and older.

Raise a stein at the 30th annual Breckenridge Oktoberfest in historic downtown Breckenridge. Sample craft brews, wines and seltzers in reusable r.Cups while savoring German fare beneath the Ten Mile Range. Families love the expanded free Kid Zone, plus there's a 5k Trail Run Saturday.

Celebrate the spirit of the American West at Durango's Doubletree Hotel. Cowboy poets and musicians gather to share songs and verse honoring western tradition. Named Best in the West by True West Magazine, this gathering also features Toh-Atin and Sorrel Sky galleries.

Colorado turns 150, and this once-in-a-lifetime festival marks it with 150 films across 35-plus venues statewide. From centuries-old marquees to mountain-town gems, watch the best cinema made in Colorado, about Colorado or by Coloradans. Gather off the couch and celebrate this historic milestone together.

Discover a beloved video game score performed live at the legendary Red Rocks Amphitheatre. This immersive concert brings Stardew Valley's music to stunning sandstone surroundings. Download the Red Rocks app for touchless entry, venue maps and insider tips ahead of an unforgettable evening beneath the Colorado sky.

Honor loved ones at Boettcher Concert Hall as the Colorado Symphony presents a festive, family-friendly Día de Muertos concert. Enjoy narrated storytelling, vocal performances and a costume contest, plus music from "Coco," "The Nightmare Before Christmas" and Márquez's electrifying Danzón No. 2. This Family Series concert runs 60-90 minutes.

Catch rapper Vince Staples live at Denver's Fillmore Auditorium on his Cry Baby Tour. Known for sharp lyricism and raw storytelling, Staples performs with a full live band, bringing his rock- and punk-influenced sound to the stage. All ages welcome for this dynamic, unforgettable night.

Watch historic downtown Boulder sparkle as the Pearl Street Mall lights up for the season. The kickoff features a Downtown Cookie Crawl and the grand illumination of the Boulder County Courthouse. Enjoy performances, activities and promotions while supporting beloved local businesses throughout the holidays.

Join the 42nd annual Festival of Lights Parade along Tejon Street in downtown Colorado Springs. Nearly 100 illuminated floats, marching bands and dancers dazzle tens of thousands. Warm up with hot chocolate at the Pioneers Museum's free Family Fun Day and enjoy free downtown garage parking all day.

Two-step into a night of Americana at Denver's Grizzly Rose. Robert Earl Keen blends Texas country, folk and rock with sharp storytelling and razor wit. Keen’s fan-favorites like “The Road Goes on Forever” and “Merry Christmas from the Family” will have you singing in your seats.