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For over 125 years, Glenwood Springs has welcomed and entertained visitors from around the globe. The historic Glenwood Hot Springs and Hotel Colorado were the first attractions, and now, more than 125 years later, Glenwood Springs is still famous for its hot springs, caverns, rivers, Glenwood Canyon and the nearly endless options for recreation and entertainment. Find out more at visitglenwood.com!
2010 GLENWOOD SPRINGS EVENTS
113th Annual Strawberry Days June 18-20, 2010
The oldest civic celebration west of the Mississippi, includes artisan
fair, live music, kidfest, parade, free strawberries and ice cream.
970.945.6589 strawberrydaysfestival.com
Strawberry Shortcut Race June 20, 2010 10K and 5K course.
Glenwood's Downtown Market Tuesdays, June 22 - Sept. 28, 2010
Operates Tuesdays in the summer and features cooking
demonstrations, wine tasting, and live music. 4pm - dusk.
4th of July Patriotic Concert & Fireworks July 4, 2010
The City of Glenwood Springs and the Symphony in the Valley celebrate
the 4th of July with a free concert in Two Rivers Park, followed by a
fantastic fireworks display. SymphonyInTheValley.org
4th of July Downtown Fanfare July 4, 2010
A day of family fun with street performances, music and great deals
from local merchants. Valleyeventsinc.com
7th Annual Downtown Classic Car Show August 2010
Valleyeventsinc.com
25th Annual Summer of Jazz Wednesdays, June - July, 2010
Enjoy stellar live performances on the banks of the Colorado River in Two
Rivers Park. Bring a picnic or visit local food vendors. summerofjazz.com
Friday Night Flicks Friday nights, August 2010
Two Rivers Park is transformed into a free outdoor movie night. Block
buster movies are shown on a huge 13'x 24' screen. Valleyeventsinc.com
26th Annual Tri-Glenwood Triathlon September 12, 2010
triglenwood.com
48th Annual Fall Art Festival September, 2010
Ramada Inn. Glenwoodspringsartguild.com
2nd Annual El Grito September, 2010
Celebrate Mexican Independence Day at Two Rivers Park. Children's
amusement rides, authentic food, beer, margaritas and live music.
Valleyeventsinc.com
Downtown Market Oktoberfest September 25, 2010
The 5th Annual Oktoberfest features seasonal beers, German bands and
a Bavarian group performing traditional dances. glenwoodmarket.com
Historic Ghost Walk October 2010
The Frontier Historical Society and Museum presents a ghostly visit
to the past. Guides take participants by lantern light through Linwood
Cemetery. 970-945-4448, glenwoodhistory.com
For a detailed events schedule www.visitglenwood.com or call 970.945.6589
ATTRACTIONS
Glenwood Hot Springs q Home to the world's largest outdoor hot springs pool. Relax in a bubble chair in the 104-degree thermal therapy pool or swim in the enormous 92-degree pool with lap lanes, diving boards, and water slides. The new Spa of the Rockies offers herbal treatments and massage therapy. Or try the challenging miniature golf course. 800.537.SWIM 970.947.2955 hotspringspool.com
Spa of the Rockies
Newly opened in the historic bathhouse building at the Glenwood Hot Springs, the Spa of the Rockies offers massages, facials and body treatments, as well as nail and waxing services. 800-537-SWIM, 970-947-3331, spaoftherockies.com
Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park
A full day of family fun! Tram rides, guided cave tours and thrill rides, including Colorado's only alpine coaster, plus a scenic mountain-top restaurant. 800.530.1635 970.945.4228 glenwoodcaverns.com
Yampah Spa & Vapor Caves
Vapor caves heated with steam from natural hot springs along with unique body treatments and massage. 970.945.0667 yampahspa.com
River Rafting and Kayaking
Choose from a variety of local rafting outfitters who offer mild to wild trips through spectacular Glenwood Canyon on the Colorado River and the Roaring Fork River. For kayakers, paddle the standing wave at Glenwood Whitewater Park, the first to be built on the Colorado River.
Biking and Hiking
To experience the Roaring Fork Valley, bikers can ride along the 44-mile Rio Grande Trail from Glenwood Springs all the way to Aspen. The Glenwood Canyon Recreation Path is 16 paved miles and runs parallel to the Colorado River through scenic Glenwood Canyon. Hanging Lake and Grizzly Creek are popular hikes.
Farmers Markets
For fresh produce and hand-made crafts, shop the Glenwood Springs Downtown Market. This open-air market operates Tuesdays from June through September featuring cooking demonstrations by local chefs, a soup contest, wine tastings, live music and an Oktoberfest grand finale. For over 20 years, the Saturday Farmers Market has featured farm fresh goods from local western slope vendors mid-June to mid-November all natural meats, bread and baked goods, pasta, fresh vegetables, melons, flowers, and honey.
Historic Downtown
The National Trust for Historic Preservation named Glenwood Springs one of America's Dozen Distinctive Destinations. The historic downtown has a variety of unique shops and restaurants.
Sunlight Mountain Resort
Try summertime fun at nearby Sunlight Mountain Resort with horseback riding and hiking trails. 800.445.7931 sunlightmtn.com
ACCOMMODATIONS
Choose from more than 60 properties with over 1,500 rooms, including hotels and motels, ranging from 100-year-old historic treasures to contemporary lodges. Select from a cozy cabin or cottage. Bed and breakfasts feature down comforters and antique dιcor. Condos and short-term vacation homes are available for those desiring both privacy and convenience. Ranches and resorts provide a more rustic experience. For the budget-conscious, there's the Glenwood Springs Hostel or campgrounds nearby.
TRANSPORTATION
Glenwood Springs, located halfway between famous neighbors Vail and Aspen, is a scenic three-hour drive 160 miles west of Denver on I-70. It is a 1.5 hour drive 90 miles east of Grand Junction.
Amtrak's California Zephyr travels a spectacular rail route from Chicago to California stopping in Glenwood Springs.
Air service into Eagle/Vail, Aspen, Grand Junction, and Denver International.
SUMMER WEATHER
At 5,700 feet temperatures are in the 70s and 80s F. We receive about 16.5 inches of precipitation
