Events Things to Do This Weekend on the Western Slope: Colorado Day Edition (July 31–August 2, 2026) Colorado turns 150 this Saturday and the Western Slope is celebrating — Fruita's 9:30 p.m. drone show, the Garfield County Fair parade in Rifle, free bluegrass in Cedaredge, and Palisade winery concerts all weekend. Your county-by-county guide to July 31–August 2, from GJ to Glenwood. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 4 min read
Events Celebrate Colorado's 150th Birthday at Fort Uncompahgre's Free Colorado Day Open House Celebrate Colorado's 150th birthday with a free Colorado Day Open House at Fort Uncompahgre in Delta on Aug. 1 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tour the reconstructed 1830s trading fort, meet historical interpreters, and explore the stories that shaped Colorado's Western Slope. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 1 min read
Events Things to Do This Weekend on Colorado's Western Slope (July 24–26) Looking for things to do this weekend on Colorado's Western Slope? From the Montrose County Fair & Rodeo and Carbondale Mountain Fair to live music, Palisade wineries, farmers markets, family activities, and Grand Junction events, here's your complete guide for July 24–26, 2026. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 4 min read
Events This Weekend on the Western Slope — July 17–19 Fair season is in full swing on the Western Slope. The Mesa County Fair wraps up as Montrose celebrates its 140th fair, plus Lee Brice, Asleep at the Wheel, Palisade wine events, markets, live music and more. Here’s what to do July 17–19. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 4 min read
Farmers Market at Cross Orchards — Cross Orchards Historic Site Events Western Slope Weekend Guide: Fair Season Warm-Up, Live Music, Quilts, Cars, and Library Finds Fair season is almost here, but the Western Slope still has a packed July 10-12 weekend with KAFM benefit music, the Black Canyon Quilt Show, a Loma car show, farmers markets, library events, comedy, jazz, and free live music from Palisade to Carbondale. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 4 min read
Events The Crane Wives Bring Indie Folk-Rock to Mesa Theater on June 27 The Crane Wives bring their harmony-rich indie folk-rock sound to Mesa Theater in downtown Grand Junction on June 27. The Grand Rapids band is touring behind its growing national following and 2024 album, Beyond Beyond Beyond. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 1 min read
Events Glenwood Springs Ready to Celebrate 129th Annual Strawberry Days Festival This Weekend Strawberry Days returns to Glenwood Springs June 19–21! The 129th annual festival brings free strawberries and ice cream, a massive food court featuring Slow Groovin BBQ and Hillbilly Grill, the Strawberry Shortcut races, and a massive Saturday night anniversary drone show to Two Rivers Park. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 3 min read
Events June Western Slope Community Guide: Local Wine Workshops, Historic Festivals, and Civic Forums Discover your path on the Western Slope this June with our hyper-local community guide. Features hands-on agricultural propagation in Palisade, civic policy roundtables in Loma, regional warehouse mutual aid networks, and volunteer-backed historic walking tours across Mesa County. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 7 min read
Photo by Christian Agbede / Unsplash Events What’s Happening on the West Slope: Your Late May 2026 Event Guide Discover the best of the Western Slope this late May! From the 5th annual Grand Valley Yoga Fest and local craft workshops at Carboy Winery to essential pet clinics, free dental care, and public lands hiking, here are the top events happening through May 31st. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 6 min read
Events Things To Do on Colorado’s Western Slope: May 1–15, 2026 Events Guide From Mother’s Day teas and farm tours to Fruita Adventure Fest, small business mixers, wine dinners, volunteer nights, and sustainability events, here are some of the top things to do across Colorado’s Western Slope through mid-May. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 4 min read
Photo by Priscilla Du Preez 🇨🇦 / Unsplash Events Things to Do on the Western Slope: April 24-26, 2026 From a classical symphony and a sing-along film screening to a food and drink festival and a benefit gala, the Grand Valley has a full weekend ahead. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 6 min read
Grand Junction Cycle Safety Fest and Crime Stoppers Car Show Returns to Grand Junction April 18 Grand Junction’s Cycle Safety Fest and Crime Stoppers Car Show returns April 18 at Mesa County Fairgrounds. Enjoy car displays, bike safety courses, demos, food trucks, and hands-on activities for all ages from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 2 min read
Grand Junction Arbor Fest, Free Trees, and E-Waste Collection: Grand Junction’s Biggest Spring Sustainability Event Returns April 25 Grand Junction’s Arbor Fest returns April 25 with free tree seedlings, e-waste recycling, food trucks, and live entertainment. Here’s everything happening at this year’s event. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 2 min read
Photo by Karolina Bobek / Unsplash Events APRIL 1–15 EVENTS GUIDE: GRAND JUNCTION, MONTROSE, PALISADE AND BEYOND Looking for things to do in early April? Here are local events across Grand Junction, Montrose, and Palisade, including family activities, workshops, festivals, and community gatherings happening April 1–15 across the Western Slope. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 5 min read
Photo by Priscilla Du Preez 🇨🇦 / Unsplash Events Gatherings and Meetups Across the Grand Valley: March Community Events Book clubs, potlucks, science talks, volunteer projects, hikes, and social gatherings are happening across the Grand Valley this March. Here’s a roundup of community meetups in Grand Junction, Fruita, Clifton, and Palisade. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 5 min read
Events March 2026 Events at the Grand Mesa Arts & Events Center The Grand Mesa Arts & Events Center (GMAEC) in Cedaredge is hosting a wide range of concerts, exhibitions, youth programs, and creative workshops throughout March 2026. Located on the south side of the Grand Mesa in Delta County, the venue has become an important gathering place for arts and culture By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 3 min read
Lifestyle Western Slope Seed Swaps and Gardening Events Kick Off the 2026 Growing Season Seed swaps, gardening workshops, and free seed programs are returning across the Western Slope this March. Libraries, farmers markets, and community groups in Mesa County, Montrose, and Cedaredge are hosting events to help gardeners prepare for the 2026 growing season. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 3 min read
Lifestyle Ag Awareness Week to Highlight Mesa County’s Agricultural Heritage and Future Ag Awareness Week will take place March 14–24 across Mesa County, featuring ranching events, educational workshops, student programs, and a documentary screening focused on the region’s agriculture, food systems, and livestock industry. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 2 min read
Photo by Priscilla Du Preez 🇨🇦 / Unsplash Events Where to Show Up This Month: Forums, Workshops, and Volunteer Opportunities Across the Western Slope From food drives and city forums to craft shows, film nights, and business workshops, communities across the Western Slope are offering real ways to connect this month. Here’s where to volunteer, learn something new, and show up locally. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 4 min read
Lifestyle February Events Calendar: Grand Junction, Fruita, and Palisade February in the Grand Valley is packed with community conversations, workshops, film and cultural events, family fun, and ways to volunteer. Here are highlights across Grand Junction, Fruita, Palisade, and the surrounding area. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 4 min read
Photo by Hillary Ungson / Unsplash Events January Groups and Gatherings Start the new year by showing up for community. This week by week guide highlights January groups and gatherings around Grand Junction, including socials, book clubs, maker nights, outdoor meetups, wellness events, and more. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 5 min read
Events Events Calendar: December 16–31 Celebrate the holiday season across the Western Slope with festive markets, concerts, family activities, charity drives, and multiple New Year’s Eve celebrations. Here’s your full guide to everything happening December 16–31 in Grand Junction, Carbondale, Fruita, and Montrose. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 3 min read
Events Weekly Grand Junction Area Events: Markets, Concerts & Holiday Celebrations Dec 7-14 Holiday concerts, markets, movies, and community gatherings fill the Western Slope this week. Explore verified events across Grand Junction, Fruita, and Glenwood Springs, including contacts and registration details. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 4 min read
Photo by Hillary Ungson / Unsplash Events December Groups & Gatherings Discover new ways to connect this December with local meetups across the Western Slope. From holiday gatherings to volunteer opportunities and year-end networking events, here are the top community groups to join this month. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 8 min read
