The 201 event exceeded 700,000 attendees DENVER The 112th National Western Stock Show rides off into the sunset on the second highest attendance numbers in show history at 705,574 visitors over the 16 days. The largest Stock Show attendance was in 2006 for the 100th Anniversary with 726,972 guests. “We appreciate every person, young and … Continue reading
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National Western Stock Show kicks off with record-breaking weekend attendance
DENVER The National Western Stock Show is excited to announce a record-breaking opening weekend. The annual Colorado tradition brought in crowds totaling 103,546 for the first two days of its sixteen-day event. Previously, the largest opening weekend was in 2016 with 97,099 guests. Both the Saturday and Sunday single day attendance records were the largest … Continue reading
Colorado’s renowned and under-the-radar festivals in 2018
DENVER – One of the most exciting times to visit Colorado is when its destinations are bustling with festival excitement. Colorado offers a variety of not-to-miss events throughout the year, some well known, such as the infamous Great American Beer Festival in Denver or Wintersköl in Aspen and some under the radar such as the … Continue reading
Five reasons to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Loveland
LOVELAND With a name like Loveland, anytime is a sweet time to visit, but winter fun amplifies in February for Valentine’s Day in the nation’s Sweetheart City. Loveland earned the Sweetheart City designation because of its international recognition for the 72-year-old Valentine Re-Mailing Program that sends love across the world. The city has grown to … Continue reading
National Western Stock Show kicks off with record-breaking weekend attendance
DENVER The National Western Stock Show announced a record-breaking opening weekend. The annual Colorado tradition brought in crowds totaling 103,546 for the first two days of its sixteen-day event. Previously, the largest opening weekend was in 2016 with 97,099 guests. Both the Saturday and Sunday single day attendance records were the largest in Stock Show … Continue reading
Arapahoe Basin rated as one of North America’s ‘Top Overall Ski Areas’
SUMMIT COUNTY Arapahoe Basin Ski Area (A-Basin) has been ranked among the top 10 ski areas in several categories according to Liftopia’s Best in Snow 2018 awards, including ranking #5 on the list of Top Overall Ski Areas in North America. Arapahoe Basin also received top ten honors for ski areas across North America for … Continue reading
Celebrate winter season in Colorado with new events, attractions, lodging, more
DENVER Colorado is heading into a winter filled with new offerings for visitors. From soaring down the mountain year-round on four new mountain coasters, skiing 468 acres of new terrain at Arapahoe Basin and celebrating Snowmass’ 50th anniversary, to exciting hotel and restaurant openings and unique packages and experiences, Colorado is filled with winter fun … Continue reading
Colorado offers unique crafted offerings at workshops, tasting rooms, retail spots
DENVER The Maker’s movement, in many ways, is a celebration of the feeling that comes with putting your mind and hands to work creating something: an idea, a piece of art, delicious food or healing remedies. And, it’s no wonder that the movement is alive and thriving in Colorado. Curiosity and inspiration are bred by … Continue reading
Rural Colorado communities chosen for second round of Blueprint 2.0 initiatives
Program Designed to Support Local Efforts to Boost Economies DENVER Stephanie Copeland, executive director of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) along with local economic development professionals from around the state, gathered in Meeker today to announce the recipients of the second round of the Colorado Blueprint 2.0 initiatives. “Blueprint 2.0 … Continue reading
State Historical Fund awards over $4.5 million in grants to ‘preserve Colorado’s past, invest in its future’
DENVER The History Colorado State Historical Fund (SHF) is awarding $4,568,138 in historic preservation grants to projects across Colorado. These grants provide essential funding for projects such as historic structure assessments, education programs, archaeological projects, and physical work to preserve and restore historic buildings and places. SHF grants help communities preserve their historic resources and … Continue reading