Steamboat Winter Carnival: Wed-Sun, February 7-11 In its 111th year, Steamboat’s Winter Carnival is a popular event with ski races, ski jumping, ice sculptures, fireworks, a shovel race, and street events.
Loveland Sweetheart Festival: Sat February 10; New Foundry Plaza, Downtown Loveland The two-day event held around Valentine’s Day features the Loveland Sweetheart Classic 4-mile race. Other highlights include a beer tent, tunnel of love, laser show, kids’ activities, and other romantic festivities.
Carnivale & Mumbo Jumbo Gumbo Cook-Off: Sat, February 10 in Manitou Springs Carnivàle kicks off with the Cajun Gumbo Cook-Off followed by a parade downtown.
Colorado Pond Hockey Tournament: Fri-Sun, February 16-18, 2024; Lake Dillon, Silverthorne All are welcome to enter this ice hockey tournament sponsored by Pabst Blue Ribbon, with over $10,000 in cash prizes. The Apres Ice Party follows.
Jazz Roots: Feb 17 & 24; Five Points Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of jazz history as part of our neighborhood's celebration of Black History Month. Denver residents and jazz enthusiasts alike are welcomed to experience the captivating allure of live performances, soul-stirring spoken word poetry, inspiring dance, and so much more.
Cripple Creek Ice Fest: Sat-Sun, February 17-25 Annual ice sculpture carving challenge in casino-friendly Wild West Cripple Creek.
Soul of Black Folks Exhibit: Through February 19; Denver Art Museum Amoako Boafo: Soul of Black Folks is the debut museum solo exhibition tour for Ghanaian artist Amoako Boafo. One of the most acclaimed artists of his generation, Boafo’s works focus the viewers’ gaze on his subjects’ presence through his portraits representing Black life.
Wild Color Exhibit: Through April 7, Denver Museum of Nature and Science Delve into the color spectrum like never before with "Wild Color." Discover some of the brightest and boldest examples from our collections—alongside experiences designed to awaken your senses and serve as great photo backdrops!
