When you’re looking for a place to enjoy a vacation where you can count on easy access to amazing scenery, outdoor fun, and mountain town entertainment too, you’ll find it all waiting for you in Estes Park. This gem of a travel destination in Colorado has long captivated visitors with a passion for the great outdoors. It’s also a hot spot for those who are looking for something a little bit different to add to their itinerary. If you’re someone with a curiosity related to Bigfoot, you’ll want to make sure you make your way to Estes Park in April, when the annual Bigfoot Days come to town!
A One-of-a-Kind Family-Friendly Event
Bigfoot Days will be hosted on April 19 and April 20, 2024, and is presented by The Twisted Griffin. This one-of-a-kind event is designed for family-friendly fun and is a celebration of all things Squatchy. Whether you’re an avid Bigfoot enthusiast or you’re simply interested in learning more about this creature that’s captured the minds and imaginations of people around the world for centuries, this is a local event that’s designed for everyone to enjoy. Participating in the Bigfoot Days in April means you’ll have easy access to talks by Bigfoot celebrities and experts, film screenings, live music, food vendors, outdoor activities for everyone in your traveling crew, and even Bigfoot calling contests to put your skills to the test.
Kick Things off With Fantastic Flavor at Bigfoot Days
The fun gets started on Friday, April 19, 224 with the annual and highly anticipated Bigfoot BBQ. Loved by locals and visitors alike, this BBQ is a chance to come and hang out with Bigfoot celebrity experts while enjoying a delicious dish in good company. The dinner, in great form, is always Bigfoot-themed and includes mouthwatering fare as well as beverages, music, and Bigfoot photos. The Bigfoot BBQ will run from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm and you’ll want to make sure to purchase your dinner tickets online in advance as this is part of the Bigfoot days that typically fills up fast.
Enjoy the Best of Festival Fun for Everyone
On April 20, 2024, from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm, Bigfoot Days participants can enjoy access to the free festival that’s open to everyone. The outdoor event showcases talks and appearances from Bigfoot TV celebrities and experts as well as inflatable games for kids, local food vendors, live musical performances, axe throwing, and eyewitnesses who have seen Bigfoot in Colorado re-telling their stories to enthralled audiences. In 2024, special guests at the festival will include Russel Acord and Ronny LeBlanc from Expedition Bigfoot as well as Ranae Hollan from Finding Bigfoot.
The festival will also include a documentary movie screening on April 20 at the Historic Park Theatre. This documentary is about how a group of Colorado Bigfoot researchers managed to design a Bigfoot contact hotspot of their own. It covers their steps to identifying an alien portal in Bailey, Colorado within a Native American sacred tree. Whether you’re a firm believer or a skeptic, it’s a documentary worth checking out.
When it comes to live musical entertainment for the festival, guests can expect to enjoy the bluegrass musical stylings of Deer Creek Sharpshooters throughout the day. Celtic rock will also be on full display when The McDeviants take to the stage.
Savor the Moment at Bigfoot Days
Flavor is a big part of the fun for those who take time to enjoy Bigfoot days this year and the vendor list for the event is made to impress. In 2024, vendors like Sasquatch Outpost, Treasured Wellness, and Dragons Lair Jewelry & Gifts will all be on hand. Mountain Man Snacks will be providing goodies to guests alongside Kogler’s Bakery, Honey and Ash, Lapis and Lemongrass, and Rocky Mountain Majesty Nuts. SquatchWatch will be present for the event as well as One Craft Giraffe, J&J Welding Plasma Designs, and Meta Markings. If you’re looking forward to trying out the best food trucks in town, you can count on having easy access to Southern Soul Food Truck, Cheese Love Grill Food Truck, and Bloomberries Food Truck during the event. From the Squatchy Donuts to the tasty treats over at Mi Sueno Cookies, you’ll have the options you deserve to enjoy at Bigfoot Days.
Book Your Getaway to Estes Park Today
No matter when your travel plans bring you to Estes Park, the team at Mountain Village at Lake Estes has the vacation rental you need to make more of every moment. Our property options keep you close to the fun while offering up elevated standards of luxury, comfort, and style to enjoy along the way. Reach out today to learn more about our incredible selection of properties across Estes Park and to get started turning your travel plans into a reality. We look forward to seeing you in Colorado soon!
