Pagosa Springs Event Calendar

A Mystery Tour of Chimney Rock is offered on Monday and Friday mornings from 8:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m., and on Wednesday evenings from 5:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. This engaging two-hour tour will spotlight several topics aimed specifically at interpreting the history and significance of Chimney Rock and the ancestral Puebloans who inhabited the area over 1,000 years ago. The tour delves into the connection of Chimney Rock to the greater Chaco Culture, the significance of the mesa top Great House Pueblo, and the day-to-day lives of the inhabitants of Chimney Rock.

The tour takes visitors along both the Mesa Village Trail and the Great House Trail to learn specifics about the structures along the way – their significance and uses. At the end of the trail, visitors will enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view from atop the mesa ridge. They will also be afforded the closest view possible of the two pinnacles: Chimney Rock and Companion Rock. Peregrine falcons are often sighted on the left side of Companion Rock, so cameras are a must! Of special note, the tour will be conducted in the quiet off-hours of the Monument. The hike up to the Chacoan Great House Pueblo may be difficult for some due to the steep gradient, uneven footing, and elevation ending at 7600 feet. The elevation gain is 200 feet. Participants should be in reasonable physical condition and willing to hike mostly uphill for 1/3 mile (and return steeply downhill).

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Check-in is at the Highway 151 entrance gate at the time stated below for each tour. Please adhere to the check-in timeline. The gate will be locked at the end of that time. Please note that the tour will begin promptly at the end of the check-in period, so it will not be possible to accommodate late arrivals.

TICKETS

The fee is $20.00 for ages 13 and up, $10.00 for ages 5-12, and under 5 are free, and is considered a non-refundable and non-transferable donation.  Making a reservation through the Recreation.gov website or the call center (877-444-6777) is the only way to guarantee a spot for this tour. Recreation.gov charges a $1.00 reservation fee that is non-refundable. To ensure this tour is scheduled, reservations are strongly recommended. Reservations will be cut off 12 hours prior to the start of the tour.

This program is rarely at full capacity prior to the event, and we will accommodate walk-ins if space is available. They will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, and must arrive during the specified check-in time frame. Tour tickets can be purchased directly from the guide with cash only. Note: if no one has signed up for the tour by online reservation within the allotted time frame, the tour will not run. In such a case, walk-ins will not be possible. Refunds will be issued only for cancelled – not modified – tours/programs. No refunds will be issued for no-shows.

PROGRAM DATES

Wednesdays late afternoons: 

May 28

June 4, 11, 18, 25

July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

August 6, 13, 20, 27

September 3, 10, 17, 24

October 1, 8, 15

Check in 4:45 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Tour: 5:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.

Casual Wednesday workday at the Geothermal Greenhouse Partnership takes place each Wednesday from 6-7:30pm at the greenhouse domes at Centennial Park. The workday is a perfect mix of social time and hands-on gardening as we work to improve our site.

Thanks to the amazing People & Pollinators Action Network grant we just received to support pollinators, we have a clear plan and vision, but we need lots of hands and weeding tools to make it happen!

Looking for a fun Night out with your friends?  Wednesday Nights, we will offer a discounted Ladies Horseback Excursion! We meet up at the ranch at 6:30 pm. After we get done riding with a great view of Chimney Rock, we can sit down and chat, have a glass of wine and enjoy some snacks! https://www.bcoadventure.com/booking-calendar/ladies-night-trail-ride-and-relax

$75 Per Guest up to 10 Riders Welcome. Click Here to register.

Things you need to know before saddling up!

• We Run Trail Rides May 15th through August 31st of each year. 
• Please make sure you wear comfortable Clothing to ride and Closed Toes Shoes, no sandals or crocs please. 
• Don’t forget a water and sunscreen! 

Booking can be done online by following the link above, or you can simply Text us at 970-585-4756.

 We welcome those who are 6 years old and up, and we do have a weight limit of 250 lbs. 

You may book 12 hours prior to your desired date and time. 

Cancellation with full refund within 48 hours. 

September 4th at the Liberty Theatre, Second Chance Comedy brings you “We’re All Doing Great (And Other Lies)” – a standup show about life’s chaos, recovery, and finding the funny in the hard stuff. Tickets are $25.

Doors open at 6:30 PM | Show starts at 7:00 PM

This isn’t just comedy. It’s real stories, real struggles, and real healing told through laughter. Whether you’ve dealt with anxiety, addiction, or just the everyday mess of being human, this night is for you.

 Featuring:

• Headliner: Von Sprecken – Nationally touring comic and mental health advocate
• Jeff Koehn – Warm, witty, and unforgettable
• Hosted by Joe Huisman – Producer of Second Chance Comedy, turning past struggles into punchlines

Beverages and Karaoke Party with Lisa and Bruce. Unleash your inner Rock Star! Every Thursday, 8-midnight.

A Mystery Tour of Chimney Rock is offered on Monday and Friday mornings from 8:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m., and on Wednesday evenings from 5:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. This engaging two-hour tour will spotlight several topics aimed specifically at interpreting the history and significance of Chimney Rock and the ancestral Puebloans who inhabited the area over 1,000 years ago. The tour delves into the connection of Chimney Rock to the greater Chaco Culture, the significance of the mesa top Great House Pueblo, and the day-to-day lives of the inhabitants of Chimney Rock.

The tour takes visitors along both the Mesa Village Trail and the Great House Trail to learn specifics about the structures along the way – their significance and uses. At the end of the trail, visitors will enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view from atop the mesa ridge. They will also be afforded the closest view possible of the two pinnacles: Chimney Rock and Companion Rock. Peregrine falcons are often sighted on the left side of Companion Rock, so cameras are a must! Of special note, the tour will be conducted in the quiet off-hours of the Monument. The hike up to the Chacoan Great House Pueblo may be difficult for some due to the steep gradient, uneven footing, and elevation ending at 7600 feet. The elevation gain is 200 feet. Participants should be in reasonable physical condition and willing to hike mostly uphill for 1/3 mile (and return steeply downhill).

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Check-in is at the Highway 151 entrance gate at the time stated below for each tour. Please adhere to the check-in timeline. The gate will be locked at the end of that time. Please note that the tour will begin promptly at the end of the check-in period, so it will not be possible to accommodate late arrivals.

TICKETS

The fee is $20.00 for ages 13 and up, $10.00 for ages 5-12, and under 5 are free, and is considered a non-refundable and non-transferable donation.  Making a reservation through the Recreation.gov website or the call center (877-444-6777) is the only way to guarantee a spot for this tour. Recreation.gov charges a $1.00 reservation fee that is non-refundable. To ensure this tour is scheduled, reservations are strongly recommended. Reservations will be cut off 12 hours prior to the start of the tour.

This program is rarely at full capacity prior to the event, and we will accommodate walk-ins if space is available. They will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, and must arrive during the specified check-in time frame. Tour tickets can be purchased directly from the guide with cash only. Note: if no one has signed up for the tour by online reservation within the allotted time frame, the tour will not run. In such a case, walk-ins will not be possible. Refunds will be issued only for cancelled – not modified – tours/programs. No refunds will be issued for no-shows.

PROGRAM DATES

Monday and Friday mornings:

May 26, 30

June 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30

July 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28

August 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29

September 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26, 29

October 3, 6, 10, 13

Check-in: 7:45 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.

Tour: 8:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.

The Stroll of the Three Sisters Tour is offered on Monday and Friday afternoons from 1:00-3:30pm. This guided tour takes visitors along the Mesa Village Trail for a 1⁄4 mile stroll along an easy, paved path with a gradual descent and then ascent. Highlights of the tour will be a discussion about an Ancient Puebloan agricultural village, including crops grown (the “Three Sisters”) and other foods gathered from the environment, and the day-to-day lives of the ancient people who lived at Chimney Rock over 1,000 years ago. Along the way, stops will include a Pit House, a traditional agricultural home, and a Great Kiva, a community gathering location, among other excavated structures. Visitors will also learn how these small villages interacted with Chaco Canyon, the epicenter of the Chacoan culture. This tour is rated Easy and suitable for visitors of all ages and abilities.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

The hike up to the Chacoan Great House Pueblo may be difficult for some due to the steep gradient, uneven footing, and elevation ending at 7600 feet. The elevation gain is 200 feet. Participants should be in reasonable physical condition and willing to hike mostly uphill for 1/3 mile (and return steeply downhill).

Check-in is at the Gift Shop from 1:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. The tour begins at 1:30 p.m. The fee is $12.00 for ages 13 and up and $6.00 for ages 5-12 and is considered a non-refundable and non-transferable donation. 

Making a reservation through the Recreation.gov website or the call center (877-444-6777) is the only way to guarantee a spot for this tour. Recreation.gov charges a $1.00 reservation fee that is non-refundable. To ensure this tour is scheduled, reservations are strongly recommended. Reservations will be cut off 12 hours prior to the start of the tour. Walk-ins will be accommodated if space is available. They will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, and must arrive during the specified check-in time frame. Tickets can be purchased at the Gift Shop. Note: if no one has signed up for the tour by online reservation within the allotted time frame, the tour will not run. No refunds will be issued for no-shows. Refunds will be issued only for cancelled – not modified – tours/programs.

The USFS Activity Pass fee must be paid (or applicable federal pass used) since this program occurs during the Monument’s regular daily opening hours.

TICKETS

Check-in is at the Gift Shop from 1:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. The tour begins at 1:30 p.m. The fee is $15.00 for ages 13 and up and $8.00 for ages 5-12 and is considered a non-refundable and non-transferable donation.

Monday and Friday afternoons:
May 19, 23, 26, 30
June 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30
July 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28
August 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29
September 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26, 29
October 3,6,10,13

Check-in: 1:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Tour: 1:15 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Held on Saturday mornings at 8am, this fascinating 2.5 hour guided tour explores both the natural and cultural history of the Chimney Rock area. The tour takes you on a journey through geologic time and incorporates the anthropology and archeology of the Puebloan people who occupied this site more than 1,000 years ago. Participants will learn how to identify the common rocks and fossils in the area. Rock types impact structures, pottery, tools, and soil productivity; geologic processes determine the landscape; and, at Chimney Rock, play a central role in climate. The relationship between the pillars and the South San Juan Mountains in terms of astronomical observations will be discussed. The tour also covers the key points discussed in the archaeological focused tours like the Great House Tour.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

The hike up to the Chacoan Great House Pueblo offers great views and photo opportunities but may be difficult for some due to the steep gradient, uneven footing, and elevation ending at 7600 feet. The elevation gain is 200 feet. Participants should be in reasonable physical condition and willing to hike mostly uphill for 1/3 mile (and return steeply downhill). The tour length includes 30 minutes for hiking to and from the Great House.

TICKETS

Check-in is at the Highway 151 entrance gate at the time stated below for each tour. Please adhere to the check-in timeline. The gate will be locked at the end of that time. Please note that the tour will begin promptly at the end of the check-in period, so it will not be possible to accommodate late arrivals. The fee is $20.00 for ages 13 and up, $10.00 for ages 5-12, and under 5 are free, and is considered a non-refundable and non-transferable donation. Making a reservation through the Recreation.gov website or the call center (877-444-6777) is the only way to guarantee a spot for this tour. Recreation.gov charges a $1.00 reservation fee that is non-refundable. To ensure this tour is scheduled, reservations are strongly recommended. Reservations will be cut off 12 hours prior to the start of the tour.

This program is rarely at full capacity prior to the event, and we will accommodate walk-ins if space is available. They will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, and must arrive during the specified check-in time frame. Tour tickets can be purchased directly from the guide with cash only. Note: if no one has signed up for the tour by online reservation within the allotted time frame, the tour will not run. In such a case, walk-ins will not be possible. Refunds will be issued only for cancelled – not modified – tours/programs. No refunds will be issued for no-shows.

Saturday Mornings:
June 14, 21, 28
July 5, 12, 19, 26
August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
September 6, 13, 20, 27
October 4, 11

Check-in: 7:45 – 8:00 AM
Program: 8:00 – 10:30 AM

Sept 6 & 7- 8am-11am
61 Aviation Ct. Pagosa Springs- BlackHawk Aviation by the Airport FBO. Sponsored by Vets 4 Vets and Rotary Club of Pagosa Springs

Contact carlenecomerrn@yahoo.com for more information.

The Pagosa Springs Farmer’s Markets will be held each Saturday beginning June 14th and continuing through October. The Market opens at 9:00 a.m. and closes at 1:00pm. This year, the market will be held at St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church off of South Pagosa Blvd.

The Farmers Market features goods from local farms and gardens in Pagosa Springs and Archuleta County and regional farms in the Four Corners area.

Featuring vendors with fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables, flowers, honey, locally produced meats, locally roasted coffee beans, free-range eggs, homemade breads and pastries, fresh and dried mushrooms, handmade chocolates, meals-to-go, herbal products, seedlings and more, from the source direct to you.

In partnership with Healthy Archuleta, we operate to prevent food insecurities through our various voucher programs.

Experience the healing benefits of epic spacial vibrations produced by large gongs, singing bowls and other sound instruments made out of new and ancient metals, clay and wood. These unique instruments will surround you in our 1300 square feet acoustical sound space. Experience sound journeys on the first, third and fifth Saturdays of each month, or book a private session!

Sound Journey is 1 hour in length. Yoga mats, blankets, and neck pillows are provided. Bring eye masks and knee support if preferred. Arrive by 12:40pm for 1 pm sound journey. $30.

2839 Cornerstone Drive #5, Pagosa Springs
More information at https://theedgeofsilence.org/

What do you get when you combine a pet fashion show, really yummy food + drinks, and top that off with great live music?? You get REALLY happy and loved shelter animals!!!!

Please join us for our biggest event of the year next Saturday, September 6th. We’re so excited to come together as a community to enjoy a top notch fun evening, powered by supporters like YOU, who believe in a second chance for our animals. Your $110 ticket purchase is crucial to helping us care for our animals!!!

WHEN: September 6th, 5:30-8:30pm

WHERE: Pagosa Center for the Arts

We’ve got a super fun event lined up for you this year, including:

– A pet fashion show

– Live & Silent Auctions

– Dinner from a wide selection of delicious small plates

– Complementary featured cocktail & open bar

– Live music!!!

– Heartwarming animal success stories made possible by you!

Our shelter kiddos really need your support, and this fundraiser is an awesome way to give it to them AND have a truly amazing time. We are so excited to see you there!

Enjoy a campfire classic with Buckaroos Horse-drawn Rides! *Reservations required.* Take a scenic horse-drawn wagon ride to our gazebo site and roast all-beef hotdogs and s’mores around the fire, complete with live guitar entertainment, yard games, beverages, and more.  The evening tour continues though an expansive ponderosa pine forest and returns to the starting point.  Approx 1.5 hours, 6pm and 7pm time slots. $60 Adults, $50 Children, Free under 3. 

Reservations and more info at https://buckaroosrides.com/ or call 720-231-5424. $55 adults, $45, kids 3-16, under 3 free. 

Requires two person-minimum ticket purchase.

Experience traditional family fun with a tasty campfire social!

Enjoy a summertime favorite roasting all-beef hotdogs, s’mores and more while a guitar entertainer plays classic tunes around the fire. Your one-and-a-half hour venture also includes a meet-and-greet with the draft horses and driver, beverages, and yard games. Plenty of photographing opportunities and memories await as you take an unforgettable scenic wagon ride on a secluded ranch setting offering mountain, meadow, and lake views.

What’s included

Scenic horse-drawn wagon ride
Hotdogs, chips, lemonade and s’mores
Live guitar music
Yard games
Photographing opportunities

What’s not included

The cost of the ride does not include gratuity for your driver, as they work for tips! Cash or Venmo appreciated.

Enjoy a great documentary time lapse movie all about mushrooms; Fantastic Fungi – The Magic Beneath Us plays on Thursday, September 18 at 7pm. Come try some delicious mushroom bites by crEATe, enjoy an amazing documentary and stay for a Q&A on mushroom cultivation by Aaron from Tooth and Gill. Doors open at 6pm.

Colorfest Weekend is brought to you by the
Pagosa Area Chamber of Commerce!

Colorfest is a fun-filled weekend full of activities for the whole family! Sept. 19-21, 2025 in various Pagosa Springs locations.

Passport to Pagosa Wine & Food Festival

9/19 from 6-9pm

• Annual wine and food festival highlighting delicious domestic and international wines with some of Pagosa’s best restaurants and food vendors.
• Included with the ticket price comes seating, wine and food tickets, and a VIP gift.
• Wonderful live entertainment with crooner Maxwell Miller will enhance the evening.
• This is a 21+ event.

Mass Balloon Ascension

9/20 & 21 at 8am both mornings

• Over 40 balloons fill the sky each morning for the mass balloon ascension! On Saturday morning, watch them lift off from downtown Pagosa Springs, and on Sunday, see them float over the uptown area ( Park Ave.) Free to the public.

Bands & Brews Festival with Balloon Glow

9/20 5-8pm

• Breweries from throughout Colorado and Northern New Mexico compete for “People’s Choice” along with “Brewers Choice” awards in this event.
• Enjoy tasting some unique new brews while listening to great live music all day long in Town Park/Athletic Field. Food vendors and kids activities make this a day for the whole family. As the sun sets we will be surrounded by hot air balloons for the annual “night glow.”
• Enjoy a complimentary beer tasting glass with your purchase of a Beer Tasting Ticket. Along with your glass, you will be given a wristband that will allow you to try the beer during the festival. If you don’t have a wristband you will not be served beer. 

• Food Trucks: Food will be available for purchase 

BANDS & BREWS TICKETS 

• Wine by the glass available for purchase. 
• *Must be 21+ to purchase a Beer Tasting ticket* 
• General Admission: Ticket purchase required for ages 15+ , all kids under the ages of 14 are FREE
• Dogs are allowed, but MUST be on a leash 
• (Available to all ages)

Night Glow starts at 7-7:30 (dusk) Town Park

For more info visit https://pagosachamber.com/colorfest-hot-air-balloon-rally.html.

CHIMNEY ROCK STARS & GALAXIES PROGRAM

This program highlights the night sky at Chimney Rock with select evenings on Fridays each month and one Saturday in August. It features discussions about the Ancient Puebloans’ connection to the night sky; telescope viewings when conditions are suitable; easy hikes for better viewing of specific ancient sites and dark sky features; and brief interactive talks about the life cycle of a star, the various categories of galaxies, and updates about the discoveries of the James Webb Space Telescope. 

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

At this altitude, nights begin to cool rapidly after sunset, so an appropriate jacket and other gear will enable you to remain comfortable. Also suggested are chairs/blankets/pillows, binoculars, a regular flashlight, or a flashlight with a red lens (available for $4). Note: All programs will be adjusted according to current weather conditions and take place as scheduled. Not recommended for children. 

TICKETS

Check-in is at the Highway 151 entrance gate at the time stated below for each tour. Please adhere to the check-in timeline. The gate will be locked at the end of that time. Please note that the tour will begin promptly at the end of the check-in period, so it will not be possible to accommodate late arrivals. The fee is $20.00 for ages 13 and up, $10.00 for ages 5-12, and under 5 are free, and is considered a non-refundable and non-transferable donation.

Making a reservation through the Recreation.gov website or the call center (877-444-6777) is the only way to guarantee a spot for this tour. Recreation.gov charges a $1.00 reservation fee that is non-refundable. To ensure this tour is scheduled, reservations are strongly recommended. Reservations will be cut off 12 hours prior to the start of the tour. 

This program is rarely at full capacity prior to the event, and we will accommodate walk-ins if space is available. They will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, and must arrive during the specified check-in time frame. Tour tickets can be purchased at the Gift Shop. Note: if no one has signed up for the tour by online reservation within the allotted time frame, the tour will not run. In such a case, walk-ins will not be possible. No refunds will be issued for no-shows. Refunds will be issued only for cancelled – not modified – tours/programs. 

Dates:

Check-in: 7:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 
Program: 8:15 p.m. – 10:15 p.m. 

• Friday, May 30 
• Friday, June 20 
• Friday, June 27 
• Friday, July 18 
• Friday, July 25  

Check-in: 6:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Program: 7:15 p.m. – 9:15 p.m.

• Saturday, August 30 
• Friday, September 19 

Don’t Miss the Bird Walks at Chimney Rock!
Looking for a peaceful morning in nature? Our popular Bird Walks with expert guides from the Weminuche Audubon Society are happening on select Fridays & Saturdays—and spots fill fast!

8:00–10:00 AM | Fridays: June 6, August 22
Saturdays: June 21, August 9, September 20

Chimney Rock National Monument (30841 State Highway 151, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147)

Discover the incredible birds that call Chimney Rock home during the summer, learn about their unique adaptations, and enjoy the serenity of the monument in the early hours.

All skill levels welcome
Bring water, sun protection, sturdy shoes & binoculars
A must-do for bird lovers—reserve your spot today: https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/234787/ticket/403

The Flute Music at Twilight program takes place in the Chimney Rock National Monument amphitheater area, with an amazing view of the pinnacles above. Check-in time is 5:30; event time is 6-8pm. $20.

PROGRAMS DETAILS

This program is offered on select Saturday evenings from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. during quiet off-hours of the Monument. It begins from the amphitheater with a relaxing 1/4-mile walk up the nature trail, providing visitors with an experience of the natural environment along with beautiful views of the two pinnacles. Upon returning to the amphitheater, the program resumes with an informative lecture on topics specific to Chimney Rock such as the Ancestral Puebloan culture, archeoastronomy theories, the Major Lunar Standstill, geology, etc.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

As dusk progresses and stars begin to appear, you will be treated to the haunting melodies of a native American flute played by our own Charles Martinez. Visitors will gaze in wonder at the heavenly skies and ponder what significance they had for the Ancestral Puebloans when they looked up at the same night skies 1,000 years ago. Recommended for ages 4 and up.

TICKETS

Check-in is at the Highway 151 entrance gate at the time stated below. Please adhere to the check-in timeline. The gate will be promptly locked at the end of that time. Tickets are $20.00 for ages 13 and up, $10.00 for ages 5-12, and under 5 are free. Making a reservation through the Recreation.gov website or the call center (877-444-6777) is the only way to guarantee a spot for this program. Recreation.gov charges a $1.00 reservation fee that is non-refundable.

To ensure this tour is scheduled, reservations are strongly recommended. Reservations will be cut off 12 hours prior to the start of the programs. Most programs are at full capacity prior to the event, but walk-ins will be accommodated if space is available. They will be accepted on a first come, first served basis, and must arrive during the specified check-in time frame.  Tickets can be purchased directly from the gift shop. Note: if no one has signed up for the tour by online reservation within the allotted time frame, the program will not run. No refunds will be issued for no-shows.