This sporting clay tournament was founded in 2013 by Core Laboratories. In 2016, the tournament expanded to Midland, TX. Proceeds from Faces of Freedom benefit Operation Freedom, a program of Freedom Service Dogs that helps veterans and military personnel with disabilities regain their independence and return to their communities. To date, more than $3 million has been raised through this sporting clay tournament. Join us for a day full of fun while contributing to a worthy cause! Teams of four and sponsorships are available now.
Event Type: Summer
Hops Drops Evergreen Music & Beer Festival
This one is an all-day music & beer festival that will feature everything Colorado does best: beer, music, sun, fun n’ food. Hops Drops Evergreen Music & Beer festival, taking place on June 25, 2022 in Buchanan Park from 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm MT, will feature nationally and locally celebrated musical acts alongside a beer festival showcasing a variety of Colorado’s premier craft beer. GA starts at $30 and $55 GA includes unlimited beer tastings from the craft breweries.
Hops Drops, previously known as Evergreen Music Festival, is celebrating its 32nd year with specialty food vendors, activities for kids, and a groovy music lineup- announcing a national header later this month. Join us for a never-before-seen experience in the Evergreen: a craft beer & live music lovers paradise!
About Hops Drops
Rooted in Evergreen’s long history of supporting the arts, Hops Drops is a non-profit organization and 10% of its proceeds will benefit the Rocky Mountain Academy of Evergreen. Hops Drops was previously known as Evergreen Music Festival, which celebrated its first year in 1966. The festival started with the intent to bring classical music to the mountains and thirty-two years later, Logan and Riley Boone, along with Maruc Durante, Bobby Everett, and Colin Kerr have joined forces to create a refreshed and modernized look for the Colorado music & entertainment scene.
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Hops Drops Music & Beer Lineup
The music lineup includes Heavy Diamond Ring, Rapidgrass, The Wrecklunds, Jestus and The Limits, Extra Gold, Jesh Yancey and The High Hopes, Drew Dvorchak and Friends, YepOK, and a national headliner who is to be announced later this month.
As for the craft brewery lineup, Evergreen Brewery, El Rancho Brewery, Lariat Lodge Brewery, Green Mountain Brewery, CODA Brewing Co., Cellar West Artisan Ales, Over Yonder Brewing, Cabin Creek Brewing, Our Mutual Friend Brewing, Crooked Stave, and more are included.
Hardrock Hundred Endurance Run
The Hardrock Hundred Mile Endurance Run is an ultramarathon of 100.5 miles in length, plus 33,050 feet of climb and 33,050 feet of descent for a total elevation change of 66,100 feet, at an average elevation of over 11,000 feet. The run is held on a loop course on 4WD roads, dirt trails, and cross country in Southern Colorado’s San Juan Range, USA.
Leadville Silver Rush 50 Run
Take on 50 miles of extreme territory that starts at 10,200 feet and reaches 12,000 feet on four separate occasions at the Silver Rush 50 Run. It will leave your lungs burning, heart pounding and eyes completely amazed — while also preparing you for the pinnacle Leadville Trail 100 Run presented by La Sportiva.
Leadville Silver Rush 50 Mountain Bike Race
50 miles that will put your skills and endurance to the test. Technical climbs and descents are met with the glorious mountain views of Leadville. 8,000 feet of elevation gain over these 50 miles presents an excellent test for the Stages Cycling Leadville Trail 100 MTB in August. Test your limits with the Silver Rush 50 MTB.
Taste of Creede
This year’s 35th Annual Taste of Creede Festival will showcase local art and cuisine on Main Street. This annual event was envisioned by local artist Steven Quiller and the Taste of Creede Festival will delight visitors with inspired art and great food.Wander among the 25+ artists on Main Street Saturday, as they bring to life their latest works. Pick a bench in Basham Park and enjoy listening to live music while noshing delectable treats. Alcoholic beverages purchased from participating business are permitted outdoors within designated blocks of downtown. Sample the flavors of this unique boomtown with the first annual KBelle Community Cook-Off! Amateur contestants representing local businesses will face a panel of judges, while ladling out samples for everyone to try. The theme for this inaugural event is soup, chili, and stew.On Sunday, head north on Main Street after lunch for the annual Quick Draw event. Artists begin with a blank canvas and have one hour to complete their one-of-a-kind works. Afterward, these pieces are offered in the annual art auction. Artists are readily available to offer their expertise to other interested art lovers.
Gold Rush Days
Gold Rush Days is one of Buena Vista’s favorite traditions. Come celebrate our regions interesting mining history, enjoy unique vendor goods, yummy food, wonderful music and the beer garden. The entire family will enjoy Gold Rush weekend in Buena Vista which includes a variety of Musical Entertainment, over 100 Arts and Crafts Booths, historic re-enactments, great food booths, beer garden, kid’s games, duck race, kayak demonstrations, pancake breakfast, the Gold Rush 5K and the infamous toilet seat races!
Bravo! Vail Music Festival
Four of the world’s greatest orchestras make their summer home at Bravo! Vail: The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, Dallas Symphony Orchestra, The Philadelphia Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. These internationally renowned musicians and acclaimed soloists perform powerful classical works, soulful jazz, and electrifying pops programs in a majestic Rocky Mountain setting.This summer sees the launch of our New Works Symphonic Commissioning Project with three world premieres of works by Chris Rogerson, Katherine Balch, and Carlos Simon, alongside eight Vail premieres of works by Mason Bates, Xavier Foley, Stacy Garrop, Edgar Meyer, Caroline Shaw, Chris Rogerson, Nina Shekhar, and Bent Sørenson.Plus, experience intimate chamber music concerts performed by world-renowned soloists in unique venues throughout the Valley through our Chamber Music Series, Immersive Experiences Series, Classically Uncorked Series, and Community Concerts.With more than 60 concerts over six weeks, Bravo! Vail’s 35th Season has a something to offer for everyone.
Bacon Burner 6K
The Bacon Burner 6k is a 3.8 mile out-and-back run that will take place on a paved recreational trail. All racers will receive a piece of commemorative Bacon Burner apparel. All registrants 21 and older will also receive a free beer ticket to redeem at the Colorado BBQ Challenge. Strollers are welcome; please leave your pet at home. This race is open to all ages and abilities.
Slacker Half Marathon / Relay / 4-Mile Race
The highest downhill half marathon in the country and possibly the highest downhill 4-Mile!It is the perfect race for the serious runner looking for a fast time and for the novice runner building up confidence! Slacker is our attempt at the oxymoron, because everyone knows if you can run a half marathon, much less at 10,000 feet, YOU ARE NOT A SLACKER!