As the seasons change from summer into fall, it’s the ideal time of year for travelers looking for a new adventure to set their sights on Estes Park. This beautiful and inviting vacation destination is a gorgeous place to enjoy time away year-round, but there’s something especially refreshing about heading this way in the fall when the landscapes are vibrant with changing colors, and the temperatures are just right for spending ample time in the great outdoors. Whether you’re heading this way on your own, alongside friends and family, or on a romantic retreat, the following top fall events in Estes Park are a few you simply won’t want to leave off your itinerary.
Enjoy the Fine Arts & Crafts Festival
If you happen to be heading to Estes Park between September 14 and 15 in 2024, you’ll be right on time to take part in the annual Fine Arts & Crafts Festival in town. This highly anticipated event will be celebrating its 48th year in 2024 and will once again be hosted at Bond Park in the center of downtown Estes Park. The event runs from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm on Saturday and from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm on Sunday. This juried art show is a celebration of the season, and a juried event where artist creations showcasing impressive work with textiles, sculpture, wood, jewelry, painting and photography compete for top prizes. The Fine Arts & Crafts Festival in Estes Park often hosts upward of 100 tents on-site for attendees to explore within walking distance of Main Street. Whether you drop by to browse or you decide to purchase a piece that speaks to you, it’s an event that’s well worth adding to your lineup this year during your Estes Park fall getaway.
Check Out the Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival
When you’re looking to infuse some rich cultural experiences into your fall journey to Estes Park, you’ll be delighted to find the annual Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival will once again be held in town in 2024 from September 6 through September 8. This is an event that has been adored by locals and visitors alike for more than four decades and provides a unique opportunity for attendees to participate in an impressive local celebration of Scottish and Irish heritage, tastes, sounds, and arts. The event is made even more inviting thanks to Estes Park’s beautiful natural backdrop as bands from Scotland, Ireland, Canada, and Great Britain gather together to pay homage to their cultural heritage.
The event lineup is truly one-of-a-kind and depending on when you arrive, you might just be fortunate enough to enjoy bagpipes and traditional dances as well as jousting knight demonstrations, drummers, clans decked out in tartan, and more. A highlight of the event is often the hour-long parade hosted on Elkhorn Avenue while the Dogs of the British Isles experience as well as the brass military bands, and precision drill teams elevate the fun of the festival even further. If you’re someone with a passion for flavorful moments, you’ll want to be sure to make time to participate in a whiskey tasting at the Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival while athletes can enjoy time putting their skills to work in the strong man competition that includes putting the stone, hammer throws, caber throwing contests, and more.
Savor the Flavor at Pumpkins & Pilsners
October travelers heading to Estes Park for a fall getaway won’t want to miss out on the Pumpkins & Pilsners event that will be hosted here on October 5, 2024. This is a free-for-all fall festival in town that’s designed to entertain guests of all ages. Pumpkins & Pilsners will be set up at Bond Park located at 170 Macgregor Avenue and will run from 11:00 am until 6:00 pm. Guests are invited to drop by and pick out a pumpkin of their choosing while enjoying live musical entertainment right on-site. There will be bounce houses and craft stations set up for the kids while the adults in your traveling crew can enjoy craft beer samples across the park. While there’s no entry cost to enjoy this family event this fall, donations you might make will go towards the local non-profit organization Estes Park Education Foundation.
Book Your Estes Park Getaway Today
Now is the best time to begin turning your Estes Park travel plans into a reality. When you’re looking to infuse luxury, comfort, and impeccable style standards into your getaway as well, booking your vacation rental through Mountain Village at Lake Estes is the place to start. Be sure to reach out today to learn more about our incredible lineup of property options available including our fall rentals that will take your trip to the next level of excellence with every reservation. We look forward to helping you create an unforgettable stay and can’t wait to see you in scenic Colorado soon.
