Award-winning singer songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, James Kirby, has built a loyal international fan base over recent years, selling out venues and captivating audiences worldwide with his mellow voice and distinctive percussive guitar playing. Blending elements of folk, pop, blues, indie rock and piano, his compositions range from fast and furious to heartfelt and melodic, with […]
Celebrate autumn in La Veta on the first Saturday of October with La Veta Oktoberfest! Enjoy a lively Biergarten, live bands, a classic car show, 100+ artisanal vendors, and fun family activities. This beloved, nonprofit community event supports local scholarships and charity while showcasing regional traditions.
📅 On View: October 18 – November 15, 2025 📍 Location: Made in Walsenburg Gift Shop | Museum of Friends | 600 Main Street, Walsenburg, CO Each year, the Museum of Friends hosts a Día de los Muertos Comunitaria Ofrenda, a community altar honoring the lives of loved ones who have passed. Adorned with marigolds, […]
Join the MoF and Friends for La Moda de los Muertos, a vibrant Día de los Muertos celebration of life, memory, and creativity. This dynamic fashion runway event features alt-inspired, folklórico, and contemporary fashions, accompanied by live entertainment and festive performances. Enjoy the sounds of Huerfano Winds, an ensemble of John Mall High School alumni, […]
✨ The magic begins the day after Thanksgiving! ✨ Kick off the holiday season in Huerfano County with festive markets and events starting Friday, November 28! 🎄Don’t miss the 36th Annual Parade of Lights in Downtown Walsenburg at 6:30 p.m. Watch the streets come alive with twinkling lights, then gather for a special tree lighting […]
Saturday, November 29th, is Small Business Saturday! There's no better place to shop small than right here in Huerfano County! Skip the big box stores and the online checkout carts. Instead, spend the day discovering one-of-a-kind gifts from local makers, artists, and shop owners who pour their hearts into what they do. You'll find handmade […]
Celebrate the season of creativity, community, and connection at the Museum of Friends’ Annual Marketplace of Ideas & Made in Walsenburg Holiday Market, held Saturday, Nov. 29 (Small Business Saturday) and Saturday, Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shop handmade gifts, art, jewelry, and décor from local artists, makers, and small businesses — […]
The 2nd Annual La Veta Merchants' Holiday Fest is held in downtown La Veta. Shop late 'til 8 with in-store specials, prize drawings and enjoy festive food and drink, Santa will be seeing the kids from 4-6pm at the "North Pole" (106 E Francisco), tree lighting at Charlie's Park on Main St.at 5pm where the […]
Celebrate the season of creativity, community, and connection at the Museum of Friends’ Annual Marketplace of Ideas & Made in Walsenburg Holiday Market, held Saturday, Nov. 29 (Small Business Saturday) and Saturday, Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shop handmade gifts, art, jewelry, and décor from local artists, makers, and small businesses — […]
The Rifters formed in 2002 in the fertile and creative music scene of Taos, New Mexico from members of two popular bands already active in the area. Jim Bradley and Don Richmond of Hired Hands, and Rod Taylor of the Rounders, who had all known one another for years playing in the acoustic dance-oriented Americana […]
Sunset on Winter Solstice, December 21st, 4:30pm The sound of a bell welcomes peace, happiness, and wisdom. Participants walk in a joyous procession around town, bestowing well wishes on our La Veta community. At the end, refreshments! Wearing festive or vintage clothing is encouraged. Come celebrate miracles This event is gracefully sponsored by the La […]
Lori "Shelvis" Muha fronts her spot on band “The Roustabouts,” with her high-energy performances, great vocals and charismatic stage presence…she is quite simply, an entertainment powerhouse. “Shelvis” brought the sold out house down at the Mercantile last Summer with her smash-up of hits by Elvis, Buddy Holly, Johnny Cash and so many more. This year, […]