Events Calendar - Grand Junction Visitor & Convention Bureau

November 18, 2009 to November 21, 2009
7:30pm. (rated PG).
Adults $20, seniors $15, students $5, and “Play with your Food” buffet dinner Nov. 20 add $20

Translated from the French Le Dindon, AN ABSOLUTE TURKEY is a masterfully woven tale of mistaken identities, desire and deception, and rendezvous gone horribly awry that is sure to delight one and all.

Moss Performing Art Center Robinson Theatre
12th and Glenwood Ave., CO
970-248-1604
www.mesastate.ued

Gatlin Gates

November 19, 2009 to November 20, 2009

Whiskey River
490 28 1/4 Road, CO
970-241-5179

Texas Rock Double Bill Tribute Show

November 20, 2009 9 pm
$10 ages 21 plus

Mesa Theater and Club
538 Main Street, CO
970-241-1717
www.mesatheater.com

Little Piggy Miniature Show

November 20, 2009 to November 30, 2009
Open Tuesday – Sunday 10am – 6pm
Free

Portraiture & Figurative Works by Michael Mitchell and This Little Piggy Miniature Show & Sale.

The Blue Pig
119 West 3rd Street, Palisade, CO
970-464-4819
www.thebluepiggallery.com

Living Energy Efficient Conference

November 20, 2009 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
$85.00 Registration --Lunch Included

Designing, Building & Selling Structures that are:“Safe, Healthy, Durable, Comfortable & Energy Efficient."

Clarion (formerly Holiday) Inn Hotel
755 Horizon Drive, CO
970-275-2717

Flat Top Reed

November 20, 2009 9 pm.
No Cover

Catch one of the areas's best roots and blues bands with an all-star line-up! Featuring Paul Harshman and John Anglim; Special guests Jason Runnells on lead guitar, Seth Strickland on bass, and Danny Arellano on drums.

Quincy's
600 block of Main St, CO
www.myspace.com/flattopreed

Free Wine Tastings

November 20, 2009 to November 21, 2009
1-6 pm

Receive tasting notes and recipes.

Crossroads Wine and Spirits
611 24 Road, CO
970-257-1557
www.crossroadswineandspirits.com

Levi's and Lace Square Dancing

November 20, 2009 7-8pm plus 8-10 pm

Beginner square dance class. NEW night and time!!

Masonic Lodge Hall
2400 Consistory Court, CO
970-434-6541 or 523-0189

Bluegrass Jam

November 20, 2009 7pm

Chick-fil-a
522 Bogart Lane, CO
970-241-0352

Cowboy Poetry Gathering

November 20, 2009 to November 21, 2009
Friday 1-5 pm., 7 pm; Saturday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Daytime Sessions Free; Evening Programs $5.00--Children under 12 free

Featured performers from Arizona, Texas, the San Luis Valley and western Colorado are getting together to present a wonderful variety of poetry, music and stories and you’re invited. So gather up your herd and head to the Museum of Western Colorado--Whitman Educational Center.

Whitman Educational Center
248 S. Fourth Street, CO
(970) 242-0971 ext. 221
www.museumofwesternco.com

Schumann Singers “Celebrate” Concert

November 20, 2009 7:30 pm
Tickets: $12, in advance $10 available at Roper Music, GJ Symphony, and singers.

Program includes Vivaldi’s “Gloria” and songs of Christmas.

Methodist Church
522 White Ave, CO
970-242-0034
www.schumannsingers.org

Acoustic Fridays

November 20, 2009 6-8 pm
Free

Featuring local singers/songwriters.

Palisade Brewery
200 Peach Ave, CO
970-464-7257

Karaoke

November 20, 2009 9 pm

At The End Zone

The End Zone Sports Pub
1252 S. Mesa, Fuita, CO
(970) 858-0701

David Starr Band

November 20, 2009 9 pm
$7

Boomers
436 Main, CO
970-248-9022

Groove Theory

November 20, 2009 9 pm
$5 18 plus

DJ Dance Party

Mesa Theater and Club
538 Main Street, CO
970-241-1717
www.mesatheater.com

DJ and Dancing

November 21, 2009 9 pm

The End Zone Sports Pub
152 S. Mesa, Fruita, CO, CO
970-858-0701

Flashback

November 21, 2009 9pm
$7

80's rock..

Boomers
436 Main Street, Downtown Grand Junction, CO
970-248-9022

38th Annual Art & Craft Fair

November 21, 2009 to November 22, 2009
Sat 9am-4 pm, Sun 10am-3:30 pm
Free admission. Art Center Guild will offer a full menu of home made items for lunch and snacks as well as their traditional bake sale.

Forty-one art and craft vendors will showcase fine art and quality crafts including: pottery, hand made jewelry, original oil, pastel and watercolor paintings, art glass, soaps, lotions, and many other special finds.

Western CO Center for the Arts
18903 North 7th Street, Gr Jct, CO
(970) 243-7337 X5
www.gjartcenter.org

Karaoke

November 21, 2009 9 pm

Grand Vista Hotel
2790 Crossroads Blvd., CO
970-241-8411

New Star Karaoke

November 21, 2009 9 pm

Wagon Wheel Restaurant
10900 Colorado Hwy 65, Mesa, CO
268-5220

Eight-ball pool tourney

November 21, 2009 7 pm

Brass Rail
476 28 Road, CO
970-241-8686

Live music

November 21, 2009 11 am - 1 pm

With local musicians playing at Premier Pasta and More.

2148 Broadway, CO
970-242-1778

"Something's Afoot in Santa's Workshop."

November 21, 2009 2 and 7 PM
Adults $12, Seniors/Students $10, Children $6 - ask about group discount.

What is wrong with those elves! There are Christmas toys to make! Kick off your holiday season with music, elves and Santa as the mystery gets solved. Presented by the Grand Mesa Chorus, Sweet Adelines

Avalon Theater
645 Main Street, CO
970-241-9536
www.tworiversconvention.com/events/avalon_events.php

Ballroom Dances

November 21, 2009 8-11 pm

Live music and refreshments

Senior Recreation Center
550 Ouray Ave, CO
970-243-7408

Youth Studio Open House

November 21, 2009 1 pm Open house

Art studio for kids and adults. Meet the artists who teach classes.

Watercolor Dogs Youth Art
145 N. Mesa, Fruita, CO
www.watercolordogs.com/youthartstudiohome.html

Western Colorado Holiday Gift Show

November 21, 2009 9 am - 5 pm

Jewelry, handbags, cookware, gourmet foods, wickless candles, body care products home decor, alol-natural home essentials, Door prizes given throughout the day. Raffle proceeds to Toys for Tots.

Hampton Inn Grandballroom
205 Main Street, CO
720-254-4030
www.simplysadye.com

34th Annual R-5 Ski Swap

November 21, 2009 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Admission is $1 for adults. Children 12 and under are free.

Vendors from around the region bring skis, snowboards, boots, bindings, poles, and clothing at deeply discounted prices.

Lincoln Park Barn
12th and North Ave., CO
(970) 254-6880

Happy Feet Round Dancing

November 22, 2009 to November 23, 2009
Sunday 5-8 pm; 7:30-10 pm Monday

Sunday-Choreographed ballroom dancing, phase 2. Monday - Phase 2,3,EZ4.

Masonic Temple
2400 Consistory Court, CO
970-243-5858

Alternative Christmas Fair

November 22, 2009 9 am - 2 pm

May nonmaterial gifts to honor friends, family and associates. Receive holiday cards to give loved ones showing the gift donated in their honor.

St.Joseph Parish Hall
3rd & White Ave, CO
970-243-0136

High School Select Choir

November 23, 2009 7:30 pm
Admission at door: $10 adult, $8 senior, $5 student

Mesa State College Moss Performing Arts Center Robinson
12th & Glenwood Ave., CO
(970) 248-1604
www.mesastate.edu

1st Annual Photography Show

November 26, 2009 to November 30, 2009
Gallery Hours: 10 am to 1 pm, Monday through Friday
Free

Featured artists: John Anglim, Kay Crane, Jeff Driehorst, Tracy Baker, Jesse Zacher, Dick Colby, and Kelly Robison. The wood pieces of John Jenkins who is donating 100% of his sales to KAFM. The show will hang through the end of the year.

KAFM Radio
1310 Ute Ave, CO
970.260.4646

Grand Junction 5k Turkey Trot

November 26, 2009 9 am
Register online before 11/20/09 $15-$20

The 5K (3.1 mile) course enters Connected Lakes State Park and returns on the Colorado River Trail. This is a family event - kids, strollers and leashed animals welcome.

Soar Physical Therapy
Race begins and ends at 2497 Power Rd,, CO
970.263.4079
http://www.gjturkeytrot.org

Tree Lighting Downtown

November 27, 2009 5-6 pm
Free

Downtown will light up for the holiday season. Santa will make an appearance in front of Wells Fargo Bank to kickoff holiday shopping. Photos with Santa.

4th St. & Main St. in Downtown Grand Junction
970-260-0747
www.downtowngj.org

The Nutcracker at the historic Avalon

November 27, 2009 to November 28, 2009
Friday 7 pm, Saturday 2 pm and 7 pm
Adults: $23 in advance, $26 at the door; Students, 12 & under: $15 in advance, $17 at the door

The incredible professional dancers of the State Street Ballet from Santa Barbara will present the full holiday ballet with dazzling costumes and scenery.

Avalon Theater
645 Main Street, CO
(970) 241-0741
www.primamusic.org

18th Annual Holiday Open House

November 27, 2009 to November 29, 2009
10 am - 6 pm
Discounts for wine purchases and drawing for area lodging.

Bring your family, friends, or sweetie--Sample our famous holiday drinks: Cherry wine rimmed with luscious Enstrom's Dark Chocolate, and Hot Peach Wine. Try our new Sweet Gewurztraminer too.

Carlson Vineyards
461 35 Road, Palisade, CO
970-464-5554

CMA Charity Drive and Toy Run

November 28, 2009 11 am

The Christian Motorcycle Association's "Christmas Everything" Drive. Leaving Motorcycle Accessories parking lot at 11 a.m in groups of 20, and leaving every 2 minutes to stagger their departures.

From 2060 E Main Street
to Moose Lodge at 567 25 1/2 Road, CO

Michael Martin Murphey at the historic Avalon

November 29, 2009 7:30 pm- doors open 6:30 pm
At Moose 100.7 and Western Impliment $20 general, $30 Innercircle. Prices go up day of show.

Cowboy Christmas Show by the man who sang "Wildfire".

Avalon Theater
645 Main Street, CO
970-254-2121
www.michaelmartinmurphy.com

Woodwind Quintet Concert

November 30, 2009 7:30 pm
$10 adult, $8 senior, $5 student

Mesa State College faculty woodwind quintet concert.

Moss Performing Art Center Recital Hall
12th and Glennwood, CO
(970) 248-1604

Christmas Classic Concert

December 01, 2009 7:30 pm
$10 adults, $5 children age 12 and under. Get your tickets early - limited seating.

High Desert Opera and guests sing your favorite Christmas songs.

First United Methodist Church
522 White Ave, CO
970.523.9605

Cooking with Chef Diana Tarasiewicz

December 02, 2009 to December 10, 2009
All classes are 6:30 pm to 8:45 pm.
Classes-$50 each- include recipe packets, a full meal and wonderful camaraderie.

Wed. Dec 2; Gifts of food. Lots of terrific ideas for great homemade presents, including packaging ideas and label templates.---- Thursday Dec. 3; Gifts of food. Same class as Dec. 2.----- Tuesday Dec 8; Entertaining for the holidays. Great hors d'oeuvres in a flash. ----- Thursday Dec 10; Christmas morning breakfast and brunch ideas.

Willow Pond Bed & Breakfast
662 26 Rd, CO
970-243-4958 or toll free 877-243-4958
www.willowpondbnb.com

Great Russian Nutcracker

December 03, 2009 7:30pm.
$27.50 - $99 VIP, available at City Markets

By Moscow Ballet: Spectacular sets, beautifully costumed Russian dancers, and imaginative storytelling!

Avalon Theater
645 Main Street, CO
248-9007 or 263-5700

First Friday Holiday Art & Spirit Walk

December 04, 2009 5pm - 9 pm
Free

Enjoy caroling, carriage rides, extended shopping hours and Santa Claus in downtown. The Western Colorado Center for the Arts unveils new exhibits and galleries around town have extended evening hours.

Downtown
Main Street, GrJct, CO
(970) 243-7337 ext. 5 or (970) 243-2482
www.downtowngj.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=page.chistmaswalk

First Friday at the Art Center

December 04, 2009 6:30pm - 9pm
Free and open to the public. Cash bar and hors d'oeurs. Music by Morgann Means

Opening: · Colorado Clay Meets Aloha Quilts sponsored by Flint and Elisabeth Ogle ----- · The Outsiders: Painting Outside the Lines

Art Center
1803 N.7th Street, CO
(970) 243-7337 X4
www.gjartcenter.org

27th Annual Tour of Homes

December 05, 2009 to December 06, 2009
12 - 4 pm
$15 Grand Junction Symphony office, local City Markets, Albertsons, Safeway stores and website.

Tour four homes festively decorated for the holidays and a tour of the Two Rivers Winery and Chateau decorated in a Colorado wine country theme.

GJ Symphony Office
225 North 5th St, Ste 120, CO
(970) 245-1480 or (970)241-1060.
www.gjsymphony.org.

Winter Festival and Parade of Lights

December 05, 2009 Noon - 8pm Winterfest; 5- 8pm Parade
Free

Winterfest is an event featuring non-profit booths along Main Street. Then watch over 100 floats light up the night on Main Street.

1st to 11th on Main Street
970-216-8657
www.downtowngj.org

30th Annual Harley Toy Run

December 05, 2009 12 noon to 1 pm

Toy Run hosted by Western Slope Harley Owners Group All donated toys will be given to Salvation Army for distribution Start at Western Slope Harley Davidson Shop at Crossroads Blvd, end at Axis Nightclub (30 Road & I-70B)

Western Slope Harley at Crossroads Blvd to
Axis Nightclub (30 Road & I-70B), CO
985-0045

Cosy Sheridan & TR Ritchie in the Radio Room

December 05, 2009 7 pm
$15 call (970) 241-8801 ext. 223

Sheridan and Ritchie are award-winning songwriters, and their act is highly entertaining and intelligent.

KAFM Radio Room
1310 Ute Ave, CO
(970) 241-8801 ext. 223
www.kafmradio.org

Community Cinema at MCPL - Young@Heart

December 08, 2009

"Young@Heart" documents the Chorus in Northampton, MA whose average age is 81.

Mea County Central Library
530 Grand Ave, CO
970-245-1818

10th Anniversary Open House

December 10, 2009 4 pm - 8 pm
Free, Live music by John Schultz.

"All of us at KAFM feel so grateful and privileged to serve this amazing community," said Ryan Stringfellow, the station's Executive Director. "KAFM has become a big part of the Valley's cultural scene, and it couldn't have happened without the loyal support of the community we serve. The Open House is just our way of saying thanks, and celebrating ten years of community radio in Grand Junction. We hope everyone will join us for a casual evening of fun and support for this hometown success story"

KAFM Radio
1310 Ute Ave., CO
(970) 241-8801 ext 201
www.kafm.org

Chocolate Walk

December 11, 2009 5 – 9 pm
Pre-registration $10 -- An adult must accompany children under 12.

Experience downtown Grand Junction's holiday charm during the historical walking tour of Main Street and Art on the Corner. All paid participants receive a special commemorative mug filled with your choice of hot chocolate, coffee, or hot cider. The tour will be guided by the Downtown Development Authority/Art on the Corner and the Museum of Western Colorado staff

www.gjcity.org

Palisade Olde Fashioned Christmas

December 12, 2009

Get away from it all and enjoy the nostalgia of Palisade’s Olde Fashioned Christmas. Visitors will enjoy a full day of festive, holiday events, shopping, and colorful characters.

Downtown Palisade
(970) 464-7458
www.palisadecoc.com

Breakfast with Santa

December 12, 2009 9 am Call early, space is limited.
$8.00/person Registration and payment are required prior to the event. (970) 242-0971

This fun-filled family event includes checking out the robotic dinosaurs, breakfast, musical entertainment and stories by Mrs. Claus. The event is highlighted by a special visit by Santa!

Dinosaur Journey Museum
550 Jurassic Court, Fruita, CO 81521
970 242-0971
www.wcmuseum.org

A Celtic Christmas

December 12, 2009 7:30 p.m.
Tickets on sale now!

Featuring World-renowned Celtic group Cherish the Ladies with the Grand Junction Symphony Orchestra.

Grand Junction High School Auditorium
1400 N. 5th Street, Grand Junction, CO 81501
970-243-6787
www.gjsymphony.org

3rd Annual This Little Piggy Show

December 18, 2009 to December 30, 2009
10 am - 6 pm
Check website about Angel Tree Program.

Opening reception at The Blue Pig Gallery November 13,-- If you can't make it for the opening, drop by the gallery on "black friday", November 27th, for your holiday shopping. Enter to win our "Divine Swine Basket Giveaway". Artist celebrate the season with works that are small in size but big in value!

The Blue Pig Gallery
119 W 3rd Street, CO
970-464-4819
www.thebluepiggallery.com

Festival of Carols

December 18, 2009 7:30 pm

A Special Rendering of famous Christmas Carols.

Robinson Theatre, Moss Performing Arts Center
12th & North Ave, CO
970-858-8547
www.westerncoloradochorale.org

Big Head Todd & The Monsters

December 19, 2009 8 pm
$40

Mesa Theater
538 Main Street, CO
970-241-1717

Man of La Mancha

December 31, 2009 to January 02, 2010
7:30 pm Dec 31 and Jan 2 Encore Performance.
Reserve seating $10 to $39 - Special Senior & Youth discounts.

High Desert Opera presents a fully staged musical. James Wener as Don Quixote.

Avalon Theater
645 Main Street, Gr Jct, CO
970-523-9605
www.highdesertopera.org

Strauss: Till Eulenspiegels lustige Streiche

January 26, 2010 7:30 pm
$15-$25

Lisa Pegher percussion. Ives The Unanswered Question Strauss Till Eulenspiegels lustige Streiche. Wagner Siegfried Idyll. Higdon Percussion Concerto.

Grand Junction High School Auditorium
1400 N. 5th Street, CO
(970) 243-6787
www.gjsymphony.org

Smothers Brothers Show at the historic Avalon

February 02, 2010 7:30 pm
All seats reserved, Tickets at Back Porch Music, Triple Play and (970) 243-TIXS (8497) On sale Nov 14 at 10 am

Tom & Dick Smothers With special guest, The Yo Yo Man.

The Avalon Theatre
645 Main Street, CO
(970) 243-TIXS (8497)
www.ticketswest.com

Bela Fleck & The Africa Project

February 06, 2010 Doors Open at 6:30pm / Show STARTS at 7:30pm
All seats reserved $35 Tickets available at the following outlets: GJ City Market Stores, Triple Play and Back Porch Music

Amazing African Musicians featuring Bassekou Kouyate & Ngoni Ba and Anania Ngoliga with John Kitime.

Avalon Theater
645 Main Street, CO
970-243-8497
www.ticketswest.com

The Classical Mystery Tour

February 06, 2010 7:30 pm
$25-$35

Here’s your chance to find out what The Beatles would have sounded like with full symphonic accompaniment.

Grand Junction High School
1400 N 5th Street, CO
(970) 243-6787
www.gjsymphony.org/upcoming-events

Los Lonely Boys

February 16, 2010 Doors Open at 6:30pm / Show STARTS at 7:30pm
All seats reserved $36: Available at GJ City Market Stores, Back Porch Music, Triple Play Records and www.ticketswest.com

“The accoustic Brotherhood Tour with special guest Alejandro Escovedo & Carrie Rodriguez.” Tickets available at the following

Avalon Theater
645 Main Street, CO
970-243-8497
www.sandstoneconcerts.com

Berlioz: Symphonie Fantastique

March 13, 2010 7:30 pm
$15-$25

Andrea Arese-Elías piano. Gisela Flanigan piano. Fauré Pavane. Poulenc Concerto in D minor for Two Pianos. Berlioz Symphonie fantastique.

Grand Junction High School
1400 N 5th Street, CO
(970) 243-6787
www.gjsymphony.org

Children's Concert

March 27, 2010 1 pm
General Admission seating, and tickets are available online at gjsymphony.org or by calling the Symphony Office at 970.243.6787.

Maestro Kirk Gustafson and the Grand Junction Symphony are joined by the Grand Valley Children’s Chorus and Mesa State College’s Dance Program for our annual Children’s Concert. The event will feature selections by the Children’s Choir, followed by a fully staged production of Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf!

Avalon Theater
645 Main Street, CO
970.243.6787.
www.gjsymphony.org/content/childrens-concert

Stravinsky: The Firebird

April 01, 2010 7:30 pm
$15-$25

Members of the Mesa State Dance Program and guest artists Amy Earnest and Lance Hardin join the GJSO for Igor Stravinsky’s mystical ballet, The Firebird. Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf, a work beloved by many young and old alike, will also be performed as a full ballet production.

Grand Junction High School
1400 N 5th Street, CO
(970) 243-6787
www.gjsymphony.org

The Fab 4

April 10, 2010 7 pm
$26 at City Market and www.ticketswest.com.

Colorado's Premiere Beatle's Tribute Band!

Avalon Theater
645 Main Street, CO
970-263-5700
www.the-fab-4.com

Spring Barrel Tasting

April 24, 2010 to April 25, 2010
Hours: TBA
Admission: TBA

There will be 8 wineries featuring their current releases as well as giving a sneak-peek at what is to come! All of the fantastic wines will also be paired with delectable foods. Ticket information TBA.

www.grandvalleywine.com

15th Annual Fruita Fat Tire Festival

April 29, 2010 to May 02, 2010
April 29 Registration for the festival will occur from 3-6 pm at the Civic Center.
$30 until March 31, 2010, $35 after

FESTIVAL SCHEDULE April 29 Expo set-up, VIP Party for industry and VIP PASS participants. ---- April 30 Expo, Beer Garden, Rides, Party 6-10 pm - No Cover. VIP PASS registration 10-6 pm at the Civic Center. Daily schedules posted at the Info Tent! ----- May 1 Clunker Crit, Expo, Beer Garden, Rides, Party 6-10 pm-No Cover, Registration 10-12 noon at the Civic Center. Daily schedules posted at the Info tenlunker Crit, Expo, Beer Garden, Rides, Party 6-10 pm-No Cover, VIP Pass registration 10-12 noon at the Civic Center. Daily schedules posted at the Info tent! ----- May 2 Enjoy the trails before you head home!!

(303) 635-2815 or 970 858-7220
www.emgcolorado.com/race_fruita_festival.html

Rutter’s Magnificat

May 01, 2010 7:30 pm
$15-$25

A night of British masterworks, also featuring music by Ralph Vaughan Williams and Benjamin Britten. The Grand Junction Symphony Chorus, with members of the Western Colorado Chorale, Mesa State College Choirs, and the Schumann Singers will join the GJSO .

Grand Junction High School
1400 N 5th Street, CO
(970) 243-6787
www.gjsymphony.org

6th Annual 18 Hours of Fruita @Highline

May 07, 2010 to May 08, 2010

Friday May 7: Check-in for the "18 Hrs of Fruita" at Highline Lake State Park, 6-10 pm. Race starts promptly at 12 midnight, Friday and finishes Saturday evening, 6 pm-race and enjoy New Belgium Brewing, taco party and more!!!!

970 858-7220
www.emgcolorado.com/race_fruita_18hrs.html

22nd Annual Downtown Art & Jazz Festival

May 07, 2010 to May 09, 2010
Free

Bands TBA

970-256-4133
www.downtowngj.org

Spring Barrel Tasting

May 15, 2010 to May 16, 2010
Hours: TBA
Admission: TBA

There will be 8 wineries featuring their current releases as well as giving a sneak-peek at what is to come! All of the fantastic wines will also be paired with delectable foods. Ticket information TBA.

www.grandvalleywine.com

53rd Annual JUCO World Series

May 29, 2010 to June 05, 2009
TBA

Get a full week of great baseball. See 10 teams in seven days! Support a terrific community tradition.

970-245-9166 or GJ CoC 242-3214
www.jucogj.org/index.php

Downtown Farmers' Market

June 10, 2010 to September 16, 2010
5-8:30pm
Free

Every Thursday evening

Main Street
Downtown Grand Junction, CO
970-245-9697
www.downtowngj.org

Palisade Bluegrass & Roots Music Festival

June 11, 2010 to June 13, 2010
TBA

Come Join us for the Palisade Bluegrass & Roots Music Festival

Riverbend Park
451 Pendleton St., Palisade, CO, CO 81526
970-464-5602
www.palisademusic.org

Country Jam USA Music Festival

June 24, 2010 to June 27, 2010

Bands TBA

www.countryjam.com

The 123rd Mesa County Fair- Bright Lights & Summer Nights

July 20, 2010 to July 24, 2010
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Live Family Entertainment, Demolition Derby, Bull Riding, Carnival Rides, Fireworks and much more. Living Arts Open Classes gives all Mesa County residents the opportunity to participate in the Fair: Fine Arts and Textiles to Baked/Pantry Stores, Horticulture and Livestock –all are welcome.

Mesa County Fairgrounds
2785 Highway 50, Grand Junction, CO
970-256-1528
www.mesacountyfair.com

Palisade Peach Festival

August 19, 2010 to August 22, 2010
TBA

Come join us for this fun celebration of Palisade’s world famous peaches!

Riverbend Park
970-464-7458
www.palisadepeachfest.com

Rock Jam Music Festival

August 27, 2010 to August 28, 2010

Mack (Exit 11)
1-800-780-0526
www.countryjam.com

Colorado Pork and Hops Challenge

September 10, 2010 to September 11, 2010
Fri 4-11 pm; Sat 11am-11pm

This 2-day All American Festival includes KCBS BBQ competition, More TBA

Lincoln Park
12th and North, CO
970-242-7788
www.porknhops.com

Colorado Mountain Winefest

September 16, 2010 to September 19, 2010

Thousands of wine lovers make the annual pilgrimage to Palisade to sample a growing array of Colorado wines, foods and participate in a variety of events.

Riverbend Park
970-464-0111 ,800-704-3667
www.coloradowinefest.com

35th Annual Colorado Pro Rodeo Finals

September 17, 2010 to September 19, 2010
Fri & Sat Gates open 6 pm for 7 pm show, Sun Gates open at noon for 1pm show.
Adults $12; Ages 7-17 $9; Ages 6 and under free.

Mesa County Fairgounds
2785 US Hwy 50, CO
www.coloradoprorodeo.com

17th Annual Tour of the Vineyards

September 18, 2010

Bicycle tour of the local vineyards. Part of the 2010 Colorado Mountain Winefest.

970-464-7458

Fruita Fall Festival

September 24, 2010 to September 26, 2010
Free

More information to follow!

One block east of the traffic circle.
On Aspen Street in downtown Fruita., CO
970-858-3894

Downtown Car Show

September 25, 2010

More information to follow!

Downtown Grand Junction
970-245-9697