Life at Chimney Rock Festival

Join us for five performances May 1 through May 9 at Pagosa Center for the Arts as we scurry down the rabbit hole and into an unforgettable evening at our Wonderland–themed burlesque show!

Inspired by the whimsy and mischief of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, this dazzling production blends sultry choreography, over-the-top characters, aerial acts, and surreal storytelling into one wildly entertaining night.

Expect sparkling costumes, playful twists on your favorite Wonderland icons, and performances that are equal parts cheeky, glamorous, and empowering

— It’s curious, it’s captivating, and it’s just a little bit mad!

Pre Sale Tickets – $35
At the door – $40
*Pre Sale VIP Tickets – $95
*VIP At the door – $125

*VIP tickets include:
1. NO WAITING IN LINE AT THE BAR -(Dedicated Cocktail service)
2. Exclusive early entry – skip the line
3. Premium front-row seating for an unforgettable night.
4. A complimentary drink on us
5. An exclusive curated goodie bag with novelty items meant only for you!
6. Your own decorated LED-lit cocktail table

Friday June 5th – Sunday June 7th.

The Tennyson Sculpture Garden is located at 475 Lewis Street, one block north of HWY 160. Thirty-two juried artists, jewelers and skilled artisians will have their work on display and available for purchase. There will be live music Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday. Delicious food, snow cones and drinks will be available all three days.

The event runs Friday from 5-8, Saturday, 10-5 and Sunday 10-4. Parking is available at the new public lot on HWY 160 and on Lewis Street. Construction has the west entrance to Lewis Street closed. Proceed east on HWY 160 to the next stop light and turn left on 4th Street/Hot Springs Boulevard. (Peak Deli) then left on Lewis Street. For West bound traffic, turn right at the Fourth Street/Hot Springs Boulevard light, then left on Lewis Street.

PARKING
There is plenty of parking at the Bell Tower lot, Two Old Crows Gallery lot and along Lewis Street.

Visit the Tennyson Sculpture Park and Gardens at 475 Lewis Street, downtown Pagosa Springs – Walk around the park and view beautiful sculptures by local and regional artists, and enjoy great food at the Chef’s Cuisine Food Truck.

Friday June 5th – Sunday June 7th.

The Tennyson Sculpture Garden is located at 475 Lewis Street, one block north of HWY 160. Thirty-two juried artists, jewelers and skilled artisians will have their work on display and available for purchase. There will be live music Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday. Delicious food, snow cones and drinks will be available all three days.

The event runs Friday from 5-8, Saturday, 10-5 and Sunday 10-4. Parking is available at the new public lot on HWY 160 and on Lewis Street. Construction has the west entrance to Lewis Street closed. Proceed east on HWY 160 to the next stop light and turn left on 4th Street/Hot Springs Boulevard. (Peak Deli) then left on Lewis Street. For West bound traffic, turn right at the Fourth Street/Hot Springs Boulevard light, then left on Lewis Street.

PARKING
There is plenty of parking at the Bell Tower lot, Two Old Crows Gallery lot and along Lewis Street.

Visit the Tennyson Sculpture Park and Gardens at 475 Lewis Street, downtown Pagosa Springs – Walk around the park and view beautiful sculptures by local and regional artists, and enjoy great food at the Chef’s Cuisine Food Truck.

Get ready for a weekend of history, culture, and fun at the Life at Chimney Rock Festival! Join us for an exciting celebration of the rich heritage and stunning beauty of Chimney Rock, where you’ll experience hands-on activities, fascinating demonstrations, and explore the unique story of this incredible site.

Save the Date: June 6 & 7, 2026

Location: Chimney Rock National Monument

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience for all ages! Stay tuned for more details. We can’t wait to see you there!

A food vendor will have a variety of lunch items and drinks for sale. 

The entrance fee to the monument will be reduced to $10 per vehicle for this special event, which enables visitors to access the festival and all the regular amenities at the site. These include self-guided tours of the cultural sites, and access to the nature trail and Visitor Plaza. The monument is open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Visit this ancient Puebloan cultural site located 17 miles west of Pagosa Springs and 3 miles south on Colo. 151. CRIA is a nonprofit organization which operates the interpretive program at Chimney Rock National Monument under a participating agreement with the USDA Forest Service/San Juan National Forest. For more information, please visit www.chimneyrockco.org. 

17th Annual Pagosa Car Show takes place in on June 12th and 13th, 2026!

The show kicks off Friday night from 5:00-8:00 with The Party at Yamaguchi Park. Spectators can get their first glimpse of the car show cars. Come enjoy live music, food, drinks and a relaxed showing of the cars.

Saturday, June 13, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM: Show ‘n’ Shine

On Saturday, the Car Show participants will again be at Yamaguchi Park for the Show ‘n’ Shine competition. Car enthusiasts can admire the cars as they are judged to win awards in various categories. Come vote for your favorite vehicle in our People’s Choice category. There will be live music from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Food and drinks will be available.

Returning for its second year is The Pagosa Pinup Contest! Contestants will take the stage from 7:00 – 8:00 PM. To sign up as a Pinup, please email events@pagosachamber.com.

The Awards Ceremony starts at 2:30 PM and will close the day by 3:00 PM.