In Grand Junction, art doesn’t stay behind gallery doors. It lines downtown sidewalks in more than 115 sculptures, spins on pottery wheels, and fills stages that have welcomed audiences for more than a century. Generations of artists, performers, and makers shaped this creative spirit—and it’s yours…
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In 2026, two historic milestones converge. The United States marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, known as the U.S. Semiquincentennial. At the same time, Colorado celebrates 150 years of statehood, known as Colorado’s Sesqui-centennial. Combined, the two…
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Every family travels differently—and even under one roof, nobody quite agrees on what makes a great vacation. One person wants to race go-karts. Another could spend hours flipping through a record bin. Someone is after museums and history, while someone else is already asking where to find the best…
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4 Minute Read Grand Junction is known as the breadbasket for Colorado, home to many local farms, orchards, and vineyards—all of which grow nourishing and flavorful produce. If you’re on the hunt for regional ingredients, discover the Colorado farms in Grand Junction that keep the community healthy…
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3 Minute Read Many restaurants in Grand Junction are committed to using locally sourced, seasonal ingredients that champion the area's rich agricultural bounty. Discover the flavors of Grand Junction at these farm-to-fork restaurants. 1. Cafe Sol Preparing nutritious meals from scratch daily…
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8 Minute Read The Grand Junction area is rich with culinary history and agricultural roots. The region’s agricultural story began in the early 1880s, when irrigation enabled farming. In 1883, William Edgar Pabor planted apples, pears, peaches, cherries, plums, and grapes after recognizing the area’s…
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10 Minute Read Left Photo by: Visit Grand Junction Middle Photo by: @kore_mary Right Photo by: @kashmereaf Grand Junction is framed by three natural wonders, all within one hour of Downtown. Colorado National Monument’s towering red rock canyons are known as the mini-Grand Canyon. The Grand Mesa is…
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6 Minute Read Day One: Morning Grand Junction is the perfect destination for a girls’ getaway. From mild to wild adventures, scenic hikes to thrilling bike trails, and coffee sipping to wine tasting, it’s the ideal place to relax, recharge, and reconnect with your best friends. Rise and shine…
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6 Minute Read Day One: Morning Grand Junction is built for a guys’ trip. Zoom down rugged trails, conquer the river, refuel with craft brews and hearty plates, and cap the night with whiskey under the stars—it’s the kind of place where you can push your limits by day and laughs stack up fast in the…
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4 Minute Read How do we love Grand Junction? Let us count the ways! In honor of February’s 28 days, here are just as many reasons why we love the western side of Colorado. It’s the Colorado you expect, without the crowds! 1. Friendly locals One of the most frequent comments shared by guests is…
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