The snow is melting, and here in Steamboat Springs we are ready for warm temps, and a summer packed full of fun & local events! Steamboat in the summertime is a great place for families, couples, and friends to come together and enjoy the great outdoors & NW Colorado culture.
Whether it be a mountain bike race, a Western rodeo, or a wine tasting event, there is something for everyone in Steamboat Springs! Come to our little corner of the world to experience what a true mountain paradise in the summer looks like.
2023 Schedule of Events
YOGA ON THE GREEN
May 27th, 2023 – September 2nd, 2023
Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Saturdays (9am – 10am)
Yoga on the Green is held in the Botanic Gardens on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 9am – 10am throughout the summer, weather permitting. Classes are designed to accommodate a wide range of experience levels and abilities to ensure everyone is welcome.
Bring a mat or towel, water, sunscreen, and bug spray. Walk, bike, or carpool to yoga whenever possible as parking is limited. If you drive, you must park in designated Botanic Park parking spaces. Overflow parking exists on Ski Town Way.
A $10 donation is requested. Funds help support the Botanic Park and fund instructors.
- PRICE: FREE
- (970) 846-1572
- MORE INFO: VISIT WEBSITE
FIRST FRIDAY ARTWALK
All Summer Long – Every First Friday of the Month (5pm – 8pm)
Presented by Steamboat Creates, the First Friday Artwalk occurs on the first Friday of every month in Downtown Steamboat Springs. Discover the local artists of the Yampa valley and beyond at the galleries and participating venues in the downtown creative district of Steamboat Springs. Look out for live music, wine and special demonstrations at different galleries and venues. The First Friday Artwalk occurs on the first Friday of every month during the summer.
Y.E.S. GOLF TOURNAMENT
Wednesday June 7th, 2023
The Youth Education Scholarship (Y.E.S.) Golf Tournament is organized by the Young Professionals Network and the Steamboat Springs Chamber. The Y.E.S. Golf Tournament is played at Rollingstone Ranch Golf Club. The tournament format is a mixed scramble with four-player teams. There is no handicap required; however, no team may have more than two players with handicaps of 12 or less.
Each year, this tournament raises $10,000 to be distributed in scholarships to Routt County high school seniors and Colorado Mountain College students enrolled at the Steamboat Springs campus.
WESTSIDE WEDNESDAYS ON THE GRASS
When: TBD
Get ready for an awesome summer at Snowbowl Steamboat‘s Westside Wednesdays on the Grass! With new dining and bar menus, 12 open bowling lanes, arcade games, a dog-friendly patio – these weekly free live show are sure to be a delight for everyone in your group. There’s always something to do at Snow Bowl!
STEAMBOAT FARMERS MARKET
June 10th, 2023 – September 23rd, 2023
Saturdays (9am – 2pm)
The Main Street Steamboat Farmers Market is back! The weekly event will be held along the scenic Yampa River on Yampa Street between 6th St. and 8th St. The Farmers Market will be on Saturdays from June 10th to September 23rd, and the official hours are 9am – 2pm.
The market will feature 135 vendors weekly with new offerings every week. Enjoy fresh fruit and vegetables each week, as well as local meats, cheeses, and baked goods. The market will focus on food and offer a wide variety of local and cottage industry products. Pick up fresh bread and pies, local beef, bison, pork, and lamb as well as jams, syrups, and honey. It’s also a great place to stop for lunch!
YAMPA RIVER FESTIVAL
When: TBD
If you are going to be in Steamboat during this summer, you need to check out the Yampa River Festival! The flagship event of Friends of The Yampa, the Yampa River Festival is a true hometown celebration of our friend the Yampa River.
The Yampa River flows through 270 miles of NW Colorado before joining the Green River in Dinosaur National Park. With only a few small reservoirs in its upper stretches, the Yampa River flows mostly unimpeded. The wild nature of the Yampa River is unique among the Colorado River system that is otherwise controlled, managed and tapped to its limit. Come out and see why tourists and locals alike love the mighty Yampa!
EVENT SCHEDULE:
- TBD: Fish Creek Race at the Mt. Werner Water treatment facility
- TBD: Riverside Events at Charlie’s Hole near the Bud Werner Memorial Library
STEAMBOAT MARATHON, HALF MARATHON, & 10K
Sunday June 4th, 2023
Get ready for the 42nd Annual Steamboat Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K! Run alongside the roaring Elk River through the emerald green pastures on Country Road 129 on one side, and snow-capped Rocky Mountains of Colorado on the other. This event is a certified Boston Qualifier race, and is ranked as one of the “Top 10 Destination Marathons in North America.” And, we know why! With the altitude and the natural beauty, this is an event not to miss!
Registration is NOW OPEN! – don’t miss your chance to run this beautiful race through the Rockies!
Not in Steamboat? No problem! Out of town runners can enter the virtual challenge by following these instructions.
COLORADO NEW PLAY FESTIVAL
Friday June 16th, 2023 – Saturday June 17th, 2023
The Colorado New Play Festival, located in Steamboat Springs, Colorado brings a diversity of voices, ideas and beliefs to the American Stage. For almost twenty-five years, CNPF has been celebrating the raw power of words and providing a platform for some of the most talented playwrights in the country to further develop new works. This year CNPF is proud to announce two new programs: the Youth Playwright Slam, a partnership with the Boys and Girls Club of Northwest Colorado, and Refugee Voice, a partnership with International Rescue Committee.
PLAYWRIGHTS CHOSEN FOR THE 2023 FESTIVAL
Melis Aker * Signature Theatre. New York, New York
Kate Attwell * A.C.T. American Conservatory Theater, San Francisco, CA
Veronika Duerr * Florida Studio Theatre. Sarasota, Florida
Tony Meneses * 2 River Theatre. Red Bank, New Jersey
Richard J Montoya * Berkeley Rep. Berkely, California
STARS BIKING THE BOAT & BEYOND
When: TBD
Biking the Boat is a fundraising event held in Steamboat for a great cause! The STARS program benefits individuals with physical and/or cognitive disabilities. The STARS Biking the Boat & Beyond Ride is an open event to any and all that want to participate, or simply donate to the cause. This year, the event will be held in person, masks will be required and 6 ft social distancing (when possible) at all times during the event, unless eating, drinking, or riding.
If you would like to join, you can choose from a 5-mile fun ride, a 20-mile ride, or a 50-mile challenge ride! All registered riders will receive a swag bag, an event t-shirt, and a grab-and-go lunch/drink option on event day. There are also options for our non-local supporters to register as “Virtual Fundraisers” and join a fundraising team. For more information click HERE.
All rides start and finish at West Lincoln Park in Steamboat Springs
50 mile Ride:
CLICK HERE TO SEE THE 50-mile ROUTE
20 mile Ride:
CLICK HERE TO SEE THE 20-mile ROUTE
5 mile Ride:
CLICK HERE TO SEE THE 5-mile Core Trail ROUTE
All rides are expected to finish around lunchtime. Registered riders will receive lunch after they finish and enjoy a host of post-race festivities.
REDS, WHITES, AND BREWS
Saturday June 24th, 2023
(12:00pm – 5:00pm)
In the gorgeous setting of downtown Steamboat Springs, Reds, Whites & Brews in the Boat is the ideal event to kick off your summer in the Colorado mountains! This event features amazing unlimited wine & craft beer tastings, live music, vendors, food, and more!
Wines & Beers
Which wineries & breweries will be at Reds Whites & Brews in the Boat?
VIEW THE GOODS
VIP Experience
Get out of the sun! Lunch, private toilets, and exclusive VIP beers provided.
GET THE DETAILS
The Sounds
What goes great together with wine, beer, and food?
Live Music!
VIEW MUSIC SCHEDULE
2ND ANNUAL PASSPORT TO THE BOTANIC PARK
Saturday June 17th, 2023
(4:30pm – 7:30pm)
The Yampa River Botanic Park is hosting its 2nd annual gala, Passport Through the Botanic Park on Saturday, June 17th, 2023. This event invites guests to journey through the gardens touring plant collections that are native to Colorado and similar environments worldwide while enjoying global cuisine, wine, and entertainment.
- LOCATION: YAMPA RIVER BOTANIC PARK
- PRICE: $100 FOR MEMBERS $125 FOR NON-MEMBERS
- (970) 846-5172
- Explore stations throughout the gardens that pair learning opportunities with delightful food and wine.
- Delight in entertainers who will perform in rotation in different areas of the Botanic Park.
- Get in on the fun of an online silent auction that includes Rocky Mountain experiences, fun home and garden themes, food and drink and more; and a LIVE auction the evening of the event called by local celebrity auctioneer Cookie Lockhart.
- Join your Friends at a reserved guest table on the Green, front and center to all the action while enjoying reserved bottles of wine and a flower arrangement in a commemorative vase to take home.
- Explore stations throughout the gardens that pair learning opportunities with delightful food and wine.
- Delight in entertainers who will perform in rotation in different areas of the Botanic Park.
- Get in on the fun of an online silent auction that includes Rocky Mountain experiences, fun home and garden themes, food and drink and more!
MUSIC ON THE GREEN
June 28th – August 16th, 2023
Wednesdays at 10am
The Yampa River Botanic Park is pleased to partner with Strings Music Festival to offer this free summer series. Every Wednesday morning, music lovers of all ages are invited to enjoy these outdoor concerts in one of Steamboat’s most beautiful parks. Bring a blanket, a picnic lunch, a hat or other sun protection, as there is limited shade to sit under. Music on the Green is a free event in Steamboat Springs, CO.
FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION
June 30th – July 4th, 2023
ART IN THE PARK
Saturday July 8th – Sunday July 9th, 2023
(9:00am – 5:00pm)
Steamboat Art in the Park is free to the public and features 150 artist vendors, live entertainment, food and drink vendors, and an interactive children’s art area. This popular and successful event takes place on July 8th and 9th this year and will be a colorful community event not to miss!
The event takes place at West Lincoln Park on the west end of Steamboat and is open from 9am – 5pm both days. Capacity will be limited to 500 attendees at a time this year, and health and safety protocols will be in place for vendors, volunteers, and spectators.
STEAMBOAT PRO RODEO SERIES
June 23rd – Aug 26th, 2023
(Every Friday and Saturday Night )
The Steamboat Pro Rodeo Series takes place every Friday and Saturday night all summer long!
Main events start at 7:30p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and the BBQ starts at 6:00 p.m. and runs until 9:30 p.m. Pre-Rodeo entertainment appears on the entertainment stage from 6:00 p.m. until 7:15 p.m. Located at the Brent Romick Arena on Howelsen Pkwy.
Note: For July 4th performance all times will be 1 hour earlier.
Tickets go on sale SOON. For more information, please click HERE.
TOUR DE STEAMBOAT
Saturday July 15th, 2023
Event starts at 7am (and ends when all registrants have finished)
The Tour de Steamboat is a legendary non-competitive cycling event offering four different route distances for riders of all ages and abilities! This event brings together 1,200 cyclists for a one-day ride through beautiful Northwest Colorado. There are three road ride routes—26, 46, and 66, and 2 gravel routes, a 100 mile, and a new 50 Mile route. See the Routes page for more details.
All proceeds from the Tour de Steamboat go directly to our beneficiary non-profits.
To register, please visit TourdeSteamboat.com.
HONEY STINGER EMERALD MOUNTAIN EPIC
Saturday August 5th – Sunday 6th, 2023
The Honey Stinger Emerald Mountain Epic attracts some of the nation’s best mountain bike and trail running racers. The race is a challenging experience for all levels, as it is 90% singletrack with major elevation gains!
MOUNTAIN BIKE RACES – Saturday August 5th, 2023
SOLO Race: 52 miles with approximately 6,600 feet of elevation gain
- Pro/Open Men’s and Women’s Races
- Citizen Men’s and Women’s Races
- Clydesdale Races (open to anyone over 200lbs.)
- Singlespeed Men’s and Women’s Races
DUO Relay: Teams of two, each completing one 26 mile lap with about 3,300 feet gained
- Men’s Team
- Women’s Team
- Co-Ed Team
TRAIL RUNNING RACES – Sunday August 6th, 2023
FULL Marathon: 26.2 miles with approximately 3,300 feet of elevation gain
- Men’s and Women’s Races
HALF Marathon: 13.1 miles with approximately 1,500 feet of elevation gain
- Men’s and Women’s Races
ROYALTY OF THE ‘BOAT RACES – August 5th & 6th, 2023
Some like to ride, some like to run, and then there are those who do both! For you, we offer special categories that combine your times from each day’s race to see who can truly claim the crowns of Emerald Mountain Epic Royalty!
- KING of the Boat: Combined time of Men’s Solo MTB & Full Marathon
- QUEEN of the Boat: Combined time of Women’s Solo MTB & Full Marathon
- PRINCE of the Boat: Single lap time in Duo MTB and Men’s Half Marathon
- PRINCESS of the Boat: Single lap time in Duo MTB and Women’s Half Marathon
This charity event challenges racers to compete at their personal best, while promoting safety, fun, and camaraderie. In addition to the in-person race, Emerald Mountain Epic will continue hosting a virtual fundraising ride/run event for athletes who want to support the non-profit beneficiaries (but do not want to partake in the in-person race.)
Race is 7am – 3pm. Price: $55 Half Marathon / $70 Full Marathon / $100 Mountain Bike Race
STEAMBOAT OKTOBERWEST
Saturday September 9th, 2023
Steamboat OktoberWest is back! Celebrating it’s 14th year, OktoberWest is a celebration of craft beer in beautiful Steamboat Springs, Colorado. With an anticipated 30 brewers and between 1,000-1,500 beer enthusiasts in attendance, this one-day afternoon event will include live music, food, and festivities.
Celebrate the end of summer with Steamboat OktoberWest – With beer, biking, and western-style fun! Join in on this mountain town take on Oktoberfest and get ready for a weekend full of food, beer tastings, music, and entertainment all over town!
STEAMBOAT FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL
September 28th – October 1st, 2023
The Steamboat Food & Wine Festival is a multi-day culinary experience featuring celebrated chefs, wine experts, and other gastronomic specialists from across the country. Come check out the curated dinners, wine and spirit tastings, seminars and demos.
Find more information about the event and ticketing prices HERE.
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