Discover Lyons, Colorado
In the shadows of Longs Peak lies the town of Lyons. Due to its location at the intersection of State Highway 7 and U.S. Highway 36 which lead to Rocky Mountain National Park, it is referred to as The Double Gateway to the Rockies. Home to approximately 2,000 people, Lyons sits an elevation of 5,374 feet and is surrounded by large red sandstone mountains.
Active on historic preservation, Lyons has a designated Historic District with fifteen sandstone structures which are listed in the National Register of Historic Places. These were all constructed of native stone between the early 1870s and 1917.
Noted for it’s art galleries and antique shops, Lyons attracts art enthusiasts and antique collectors form near and far. Music lovers are also drawn to Lyons for the annual Rockygrass Bluegrass festival and Folks Festival. With nationally-known lineups and a breathtaking setting, these festivals gather people from all over the nation. The festival grounds are located at the base of a red sandstone mountain and the St. Vrain River, offering a relaxed and beautiful natural setting. General seating is spread out throughout the open grassy and treed grounds. In addition to these two well-known festival, community concerts and dances continue throughout the year, including weekly summer concerts in Sandstone Park.
If you’re looking for more adventure, check out some of the nearby rivers and trails. Mountain biking, hiking, camping, fly fishing, climbing and excellent class II-V whitewater kayaking are just a few of the popular activities that take place in Lyons.
TAKT Trio
Apr 19
2344 E Iliff Ave, Denver, COCelebrating György Ligeti’s centennial, TAKT Trio presents the composer’s Trio for Violin, Horn, and Piano,
Earth Day Celebration of Ecotourism
Apr 20
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Brew at the Zoo presented by Three Corners Connector
Apr 27
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Battle MMA Championships 13
Apr 27
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Collecting and Collections by Renowned University Expert
Apr 27
200 West Mountain Avenue, Fort Collins, CORussell Belk, Distinguished Research Professor and Marketing Chair at York University in Toronto, Canada, will present C
International Trivia Night
Apr 30
200 West Mountain Avenue, Fort Collins, COThe ever-popular International Trivia Night will be held from 6-8 pm Tuesday, April 30, at the Global Village Museum of
237 Virginia Avenue
May 02 - May 19
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Maria Schneider Orchestra
May 03
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Pack Rats at Heart: The Joys of Collecting
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Desert Highlights Trail Camp
May 10 - May 13
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