An Authentic Western Summer in Steamboat Springs
Steamboat Springs, world-renowned for its incredible ski season, transforms into a warm mountainside paradise during the summer months. This charming town offers visitors a blissful summer vacation experience, deeply intertwined with the local ranching culture and cowboy history. With a packed calendar of events, there’s always something to entertain and delight visitors.
When you’re not enjoying exhilarating water sports, nibbling on a picnic, or relaxing with outdoor yoga, you’ll find yourself immersed in a vibrant array of concerts, sporting events, and cultural celebrations. Steamboat Springs epitomizes the feeling of an authentic Western summer, where the spirit of the Old West meets the charm of modern-day festivities.
The sheer variety and frequency of events guarantee that you’ll want to spend the entire summer season here! In fact, we think you should make the most of Stemboat’s work-vacation amenities so that you won’t miss out on a minute of the summer celebrations. From rodeos and music festivals, to art shows and hot air balloon displays, prepare to be captivated by the extraordinary summer events in Steamboat Springs.
Y.E.S Golf Tournament
What: The 35th Annual Y.E.S. Golf Tournament, organized by the Young Professionals Network and Steamboat Springs Chamber, raises $10,000 in scholarships for Routt County high school seniors and Colorado Mountain College students. Held at Rollingstone Ranch Golf Club, this mixed scramble event kicks off the summer golf season in the Yampa Valley.
When: June 5, 2024
Steamboat Springs Farmers Market
What: The Main Street Steamboat Farmers Market, presented by FM Light & Sons, runs every Saturday from June 8 to September 21, 2024, on Yampa Street. Open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., it features 150 vendors offering fresh produce, meats, seafood, specialty foods, and artisan products, creating a vibrant community gathering.
When: June 8 – September 21, 2024
Colorado New Play Festival
What: The Colorado New Play Festival in Steamboat Springs is a prestigious event dedicated to developing new American plays. Featuring works from notable theater companies like Seattle Rep, Northlight Theatre, En Garde Arts, and The Old Globe, the festival invites over 30 artists for intensive rehearsals and public readings, showcasing innovative and compelling new plays.
When: June 9 – 16, 2024
Steamboat Free Summer Concerts
What: The Steamboat Springs Free Summer Concert Series, started in 1993 by a local record shop owner, features five annual concerts with nationally recognized artists in genres like pop-rock, reggae, bluegrass, blues, and funk. Attracting 3,500 to 7,000 attendees per concert, this series is a signature family-friendly event for locals and visitors alike.
When: June 22 – September 1, 2024
Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo
What: The Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series, a key part of Steamboat’s heritage, features a dazzling display of rodeo competitions every Friday and Saturday from mid-June to mid-August. Held at the Brent Romick Rodeo Arena, events include bull riding, team roping, and barrel racing, celebrating the town’s deep-rooted cowboy culture and ranching traditions.
When: Every Friday and Saturday June 21 – August 24, 2024, as well as July 3 and 4, 2024
Steamboat Springs Artwalk
What: The Steamboat Springs Artwalk is a free, self-guided tour of local art galleries, museums, and alternative venues in downtown Steamboat Springs. Held on the first Friday of each month from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., it features changing exhibits, refreshments, and diverse artworks, attracting both locals and visitors.
When: First Friday of the month all summer (June 7, July 5, August 2, September 6, 2024)
Fourth of July Celebrations
What: Steamboat Springs’ Fourth of July celebrations this year are themed “Our Western Heritage – Homegrown Heroes”. The celebrations feature a hometown parade, the largest Pro Rodeo event of the summer, and family-friendly activities. Events include summer ski jumping, a delicious pancake breakfast, and Nordic combined competitions.
When: July 2 – 6, 2024
Art in the Park
What: Art in the Park is one of Northwest Colorado’s largest arts festivals. This free, family-friendly event features over 130 artists, live entertainment, food vendors, a beer tent, interactive creative stations, and a children’s area, making it Steamboat’s most colorful weekend tradition.
When: July 13 – 14, 2024
Tour de Steamboat
What: The Tour de Steamboat, revived in 2005 by three local cyclists, is a community event celebrating all levels of bike riding. Originating in the 1970s, the Tour now features varied routes, aid stations, and a grand BBQ party. Proceeds benefit local charities, emphasizing community impact and participation.
When: July 13, 2024
Steamboat Summer Balloon Festival
What: The Summer Balloon Festival in Steamboat Springs features vibrant morning hot air balloon launches at Bald Eagle Lake. Spectators can enjoy the colorful display for free. This event, with a 43-year history, attracts thousands and offers stunning photography opportunities as balloons dot the sky.
When: July 26 – 28, 2024
Emerald Mountain Epic
What: The Emerald Mountain Epic, presented by Hard Headed, is a premier singletrack race in Steamboat Springs. Inspired by the rugged trails on the legendary Emerald Mountain, the event features challenging mountain bike and trail running races with significant elevation gains. Limited to 500 racers per day, the event promotes safety, fun, camaraderie, and community.
When: August 3 – 4, 2024
OktoberWest
What: Steamboat OktoberWest celebrates summer’s end with beer, biking, and Western fun. The 14th annual event features a Friday Beer Stroll downtown and a Saturday Beer Garden at Steamboat Resort Base Area with 30 Rocky Mountain brewers, live music, food, and festivities.
When: September 15 – 16, 2024
Annual Summer Vacations in Steamboat Springs
As the sun sets on another gloriously sunny day in Steamboat Springs, vacationers are already feeling the itch to return again next summer. What would the summer season be without blissful days spent meandering along the Yampa River, exploring the cool shade of Steamboat’s aspen groves, and making unforgettable memories with loved ones?
Here at The Astrid, we’re passionate about helping you to enjoy repeat vacations to Steamboat Springs. This isn’t the kind of town that you can only visit once – there’s simply too much going on!
We’re creating an idyllic retreat where you and your guests can enjoy exceptional service, abundant opportunities for adventure, and the extraordinary beauty of the Rocky Mountains year after year. Repeat vacations to Steamboat Springs will be a hassle-free experience, thanks to your very own home-away-from-home situated at the foot of Mount Werner.
We’re breaking ground on this pioneering new project in Summer 2024, and we invite you to join us in this exciting journey. To join our community, simply provide us with your name and email address. By doing so, you’ll be invited to join our exclusive mailing list. As part of this list you’ll gain access to insider information, behind-the-scenes content, and a highly personalized email experience reserved only for members of The Astrid community.
