Shoulder periods from April to May and September to October are the best times to visit Denver. Spring brings rising temps, fewer tourists, and reduced hotel rates. Hiking Decalibron Loop or climbing Mount Bierstadt can be exceptionally enjoyable in late spring or early fall. Generally, September and October show nice and sunny weather. However, it can change dramatically, so you'd better bring layers and raingear. The period between June and August is the most popular time to explore Denver. Hotel rates and temps are at their highest, but 4th of July celebrations and numerous concerts at Red Rocks Amphitheatre are definitely worth the trip. Winter off-season slopes are usually blessed by numerous skiers and snowboarders, ready to swish down the Rocky Mountains from November to March. So if you don't mind cold and snow, pack warm clothes and just enjoy the ride!
The Mile High City celebrates Independence Day with music, picnics and fireworks
A curious optical phenomenon occurs quite rarely and only in special locations. If you are in the right time and in the right place, just look up to the sky
An iconic open-air amphitheatre created by natural rocks
The annual gathering for Colorado geeks and comic fans
A beautiful drive through Rocky Mountain National Park
From columbine to bluebells, the Rockies are blanketed with blooms every spring and summer
For nearly five months, Colorado hosts thousands of wee birds on the move
The so-called 'highway to the sky' is a kind of true inspiration
Hike Colorado's most photogenic mountain reflecting in the Mirror Lake
Take a scenic ride on the highest paved road in North America
Yellow wildflowers create amazing vibrant displays across the mountains and deserts
One of Colorado's highest mountains with an easy access
A perfect ride for a 4WD with scenic views of the Continental Divide
A scenic getaway, just a 35-minute drive from the city of Denver
The state flower of Colorado is the queen of the Rocky Mountains
The Rocky Mountain rivers of Colorado offer world-class whitewater rafting
Fly-fishers, ice-fishers and rod-and-reelers can find many great spots in Colorado
Stunning red flowers add brilliant accents to Colorado landscapes
The wildflower paradise not far from Denver
Denver and its outskirts offer you breathtaking stargazing spots. Check them out!
The longest and challenging Colorado hiking adventure
An outstanding trail in the Rocky Mountains
Hike four epic Colorado mountains at once
Enjoy the striking combination of nature and architecture
Drivers, backcountry skiers and hikers can't get enough of this scenic pass
Conquering the mountain of such size is a must for every hiker in Colorado
Highly popular 14ers not far from Denver
Teams of snow artists from around the world descend on Colorado for the International Snow Sculpture Championships
The largest street party of the year in the Rocky Mountains
Mark your calendar for Historic Downtown Erie's biggest event of the year
Thousands of cranes can be spotted at the Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve in southern Colorado
Wild West 4th of July experience is not complete without a visit to a rodeo, especially if it's one of the largest in the world
This Denver Christmas Gift Show is one of the major fairs in Colorado
This German Christmas fair offers great food, beer, Gluehwein, and handmade crafts
For a few months, arachnids can be seen roaming prairies outside their hideouts
Watch the annual butterfly spectacle as tiny creatures fill the sky with colors
An extremely spectacular celebration has taken over pretty much the entire USA
Plan yourself a colorful summer weekend of ballooning only 30 minutes north of Denver
For three days, everyone in Colorado can become Irish
Beautiful spots for a winter evening stroll
The second longest running community parade in Colorado
One of the most funny and quirky festivals in the USA
Are you ready for a flashback into 16th century?
A beautiful light display just a few miles south of Denver
Denver boasts an unusually long fall foliage season
Gorgeous blossoming cherry trees can be viewed in Denver and Boulder every spring
The annual Sakura Matsuri in downtown Denver
Lion dances, festive dinners and parties all over Colorado's capital
Denver's healthy way of celebrating St. Patrick's Day
A huge Bavarian beer festival in Colorado
Come to witness the magic as Carpenter Fields transform into a winter fairytale
One of the oldest and most atmospheric theater events in Colorado
Visit the largest ticketed beer festival in the United States
Some of Colorado's top ski resorts can be easily reached from the state capital
Ring in the New Year in The Mile High City
Spooktacular October fun at the Mile High City
Get transported to another realm, where legends and old sagas come alive
Even if you are not into skiing or snowboarding, you can still enjoy famous Colorado slopes
A popular wintertime beer and music festival near Denver
The largest freeride bike contest in the US
A scenic drive through the Mount Evans Wilderness
The Mile High City is packed with festivals, live music, and plenty of late-summer activities for Labor Day Weekend
An indoor/outdoor beer festival showcases the finest Colorado brews
Enjoy the iconic Colorado views during this scenic long-distance race in Fort Collins
Three days of excellent jazz without crowds