The flagship event of Friends of the Yampa, the Yampa River Festival, is a true hometown celebration of our friend the Yampa River. This year, our 46th annual, we are carefully watching the water levels to host a safe and fun event that celebrates the Yampa!
It is with great thanks to all the passionate and dedicated river enthusiasts, partners, and supporters that this event continues to be the gem that it is today. While following all the latest safety guidelines, we hope that our river friends will join us to celebrate this year’s Yampa River Festival between May 28-31, 2026. The main event is on Saturday, May 30.
Join us for an Easter egg hunt and brunch buffet on the final day of Dreammaker at Haymaker Patio Grill winter season!
Bar open 10am. Brunch buffet 11am – 1pm.
$59 ADULTS, $29 KIDS 12 & UNDER
Closing Day festivities will include the final Ski Free Sunday of the season, running from 10 am to 4 pm. Visitors can stop by the Ticket Office to claim a free lift ticket and enjoy a last lap of the season. Mountain conditions and operations are changing rapidly due to weather. Because of this uncertainty, what will be available on closing day will be determined closer to March 22. Guests are also encouraged to come dressed for the closing day occasion, with fun and colorful costumes strongly encouraged.
The celebration continues in the base area near the Howelsen Hill Lodge back patio with live DJ Rocksteady Teddy throughout the afternoon.The traditional pond skim will not take place, but a series of fun jumps and rails are anticipated to be installed near the base for folks to shred. Show off your best tricks for a chance to win prizes from HVNLY DAZE, Zirkle Optics and the Yampa River Icehouse, as well as Howelsen Hill merchandise.
Hit up Tube Howelsen for one last slide of the season. All tubing on closing day will be 50% off. Book your reservation online today to take advantage of this amazing end-of-season deal.
It’s that time of year again… it’s Pride and Pow! Join us March 8th at Howelsen Hill Ski Area to show off your pride and enjoy a fun-filled day in the powder! Bring your friends, family, or just yourself — all are welcome! Skiing is free and all guests will receive a drink and food ticket for a meal. Arrive by 12PM and join us for a group run and color canon release! Goodies and special Pride and Pow Stickers will be available to help you add to your pride supply! We hope to see you there!
Got the winter blues? Colorado Parks & Wildlife is providing a cool way to shake off the winter doldrums and “debunk the winter funk” with a variety of outdoor, family activities at Stagecoach State Park’s Marina area, Saturday, Feb. 28, from 10am through 2pm. All Ages! Leashed pets are welcome!
Join Love, Yoga for our annual holiday gathering!
Celebrate the season with cookie decorating, a hot cocoa bar, a special visit from Santa, and professional holiday photos on our iconic pink chairs set in a festive winter wonderland.
Shop small and save! Browse our boutique with 15% off everything—the perfect opportunity to check off your gift list while supporting local.
Come photo-ready in your most festive attire and make some magical holiday memories with us!
$35 for family up to 4 with $5 additional/child.
The horses invite you to the ranch for Santa’s Sleigh & Merry Neighs on Saturday, December 13 from 10am to 12pm for holiday fun with the horses!
Get to know the rescue herd and get your hands on the horses! Enjoy hot chocolate, treats, make crafts and have a great time! Bring the whole family!
Spots are limited, so please RSVP! This is a FREE community event. The horses stockings will be hanging and they’d love you to bring them a gift. There is a suggested donation of $5 per person/$20 per family in support of the MVHR Rescue Herd. Please leave dogs at home.
Experience a full day of festive fun in Oak Creek with holiday crafts, cookie decorating, story time, live characters, and family activities happening all across town. Don’t miss the tree lighting and community caroling to end the celebration — a perfect holiday event in Routt County, CO!
8am
Snowshoe Shuffle – Run or hike a 3-mile loop at the Oak Creek Mountain Park. Meet Angie Baker at the trailhead, all abilities and ages are welcome!
9:30am
Yoga with Melissa Dobbins at Middle School Auditorium. Childcare available.
10am–noon
Holiday Craft at Tracks and Trails Museum
10:45am
Holiday Story Time at the Oak Creek Library
Free drip coffee at Sweet Pine (10:30–11am)
11am–1pm
Cookie Decorating at Alpine Insurance
Pictures with Santa at Bonfiglio’s
12:30–2pm
Crafts and kids’ holiday bingo at Main Street Park.
1–3pm
The Grinch will be at Sacha’s Gourmet Goods for photos & fun.
1:30–3:30pm
Yampatika games and crafts at Decker Park.
1–4pm
Join South Routt Library Friends and make fleece blankets to give to the Denver Children’s Hospital while reading holiday stories at the Oak Creek Library.
2–5pm
Rod and Cue Club hosts open billiards tables (224 S. Arthur St)
3:30–5pm
Mingle with the Mayor at Main Street Park.
Games, cocoa, swag for sale at Main Street Park.
5pm (sharp)
Tree Lighting
Followed by caroling led by Mountain Tapestry Choir
Join Chabad Steamboat for our Second Annual Chanukah Street Festival on the Courthouse Lawn in downtown Steamboat! Experience the magic as a menorah is carved live from ice and then lit, enjoy music by DJ Bobcat, face painting by April Cox, a thrilling fire-truck gelt drop with the Steamboat Springs Fire Department, plus delicious latkes, donuts, hot cocoa, apple cider, Chanukah crafts, swag, and more. It’s a joyful celebration of love, light, freedom, and community—fun for all ages!
