Events in Grand Junction and the Western Slope of Colorado

Western Slope Events is a free community calendar for Colorado's Grand Valley and Western Slope. Right now we list 884 upcoming events across 22 towns, from concerts and farmers markets to library programs, classes and outdoor activities. Events are gathered from venues, libraries, theaters and organizers, with a link back to the source of every listing.

Coming up

Opening Exhibit (November- February) Wed, Nov 11, 2026 to Sun, Feb 28, 2027, 8:00 AM at Ute Indian Museum, Montrose Explore a display that highlights a diving helmet once worn by Raymond Baker, a retired 30‑year US Navy Chief Warrant Officer from the Southern Ute Tribe. The e
The 17th Annual Giving Tree - 2026 Thu, Nov 12, 2026, 9:00 AM at All Locations, Fruita The 17th Annual Giving Tree lets adults help Mesa County families by selecting a gift tag, filling in their details, buying a new item, and returning it unwrapp
Infant and Toddler Storytime - Central Library Thu, Nov 12, 2026, 9:30 AM at Central Library Children's Center, Grand Junction A short storytime session for babies and toddlers at the Central Library Children's Center. The program offers books, songs, and rhymes that encourage reading,
Puppet Show: Gustavo the Shy Ghost - Clifton Branch Library Thu, Nov 12, 2026, 10:00 AM at Clifton Library Community Room, Clifton A puppet performance at the Clifton Library Community Room tells the tale of Gustavo, a shy spirit eager to play music. The gentle, slightly spooky story is des
Indian School Documentary Thu, Nov 12, 2026, 10:00 AM at Ute Indian Museum, Montrose The Indian School Documentary presents survivor testimonies that detail abuses in American Indian boarding schools. It offers an in‑depth look at historical inj
Preschool Storytime - Central Library Thu, Nov 12, 2026, 10:30 AM at Central Library Children's Center, Grand Junction Central Library’s Preschool Storytime invites children ages 3 to 5 and their grownups to a 30‑minute session of stories, songs, rhymes, and activities. Particip
Parkinson's Care Partner Support Meeting Thu, Nov 12, 2026, 10:30 AM at Montrose This event is a support meeting for caregivers of people with Parkinson’s. Participants can connect with others in the same role, share experiences, and receive
Holiday Marketplace Of Art Tue, Nov 10, 2026 to Fri, Jan 8, 2027, 11:00 AM at Montrose Center For Arts, Montrose The Montrose Center for Arts presents its second Holiday Marketplace of Art, showcasing Western Colorado artists’ work from jewelry to paintings. Visitors can b
Groovy Glenwood Springs Scavenger Hunt Thu, Nov 12, 2026, 11:00 AM at Sacred Grounds Coffee, Glenwood Springs Join the Groovy Glenwood Springs Scavenger Hunt and discover the town’s hidden gems while getting creative and having fun. It’s a playful competition that invit
Snowmass Village Scavenger Hunt Thu, Nov 12, 2026, 11:00 AM at Jüs Cafe Snowmass, Snowmass Village Join the Snowmass Village Scavenger Hunt at Jüs Cafe Snowmass for a team‑bonding adventure. Solve clues, complete quirky tasks, and discover hidden gems around
Random Acts of Kindness Spree in Grand Junction Thu, Nov 12, 2026, 11:00 AM at Main Street Bagels, Grand Junction Join a live interactive host for a Random Acts of Kindness Spree in Grand Junction. The event encourages participants to give back and explore hidden gems of th
Moab Mashup Scavenger Hunt Thu, Nov 12, 2026, 11:00 AM at The Broken Oar, Moab Moab Mashup Scavenger Hunt is at The Broken Oar in Moab, Colorado. Check the organizer's page for current details before you go.
Playful Palisade Scavenger Hunt Thu, Nov 12, 2026, 11:00 AM at The Artful Cup, Palisade Join a playful scavenger hunt in Palisade that encourages creativity and exploration of the town’s hidden gems. Participants follow clues and discover local spo
Individual Tech Help - Fruita Branch Library Thu, Nov 12, 2026, 11:15 AM at Fruita Branch, Fruita The Fruita Branch Library hosts a short, one‑on‑one tech session for adults new to smartphones, tablets, or computers. A volunteer will walk you through essenti
Peach Street Distillers Behind the Scenes Tour! Thu, Nov 12, 2026, 1:00 PM at Peach Street Distillers, Palisade Explore Colorado’s first craft distillery on a behind‑the‑scenes tour. Visitors learn about grain‑to‑glass production and sample spirits while enjoying local fo
Kids Club - Gateway Branch Library Thu, Nov 12, 2026, 1:30 PM at Gateway Branch, Gateway The Gateway Branch Library hosts a Kids Club where children 6‑11 can drop in to play games, create crafts, watch movies, and hear special performances and commu
Ayuda Individualizada de Tecnología en Español- Central Library - Tech Help Thu, Nov 12, 2026, 2:00 PM at Study Room C, Grand Junction Ayuda Individualizada de Tecnología en Español offers one‑on‑one tech help for beginners using smartphones, tablets, and computers. Sessions last 30 minutes and
After School Snack - Refrigerio después de clases - Central Library Thu, Nov 12, 2026, 3:00 PM at Central Library, Grand Junction After school snack event at Central Library in Grand Junction offers free “Might Meals” with milk, fruit, veggies, protein and grains. Kids and families can enj
After School Snack - Refrigerio después de clases - Clifton Branch Library Thu, Nov 12, 2026, 4:00 PM at Clifton Branch, Clifton The Clifton Branch Library offers free after‑school snacks called “Might Meals.” Each meal contains milk, fruit, vegetables, protein, and grains, and is served
City of Grand Junction - Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Workshop Thu, Nov 12, 2026, 5:30 PM at Grand Junction City Hall - Auditorium, Grand Junction The City of Grand Junction hosts a workshop to teach property owners and developers how to build accessory dwelling units. Participants learn about ADU design a
Books On Tap - Colorado Craft Coffee and Beer House Thu, Nov 12, 2026, 5:30 PM at Mesa County Libraries, Grand Junction Location: Every second Thursday, meet us at Colorado Craft Coffee and Beer House to discuss what books you're currently reading, no matter the genre or style. P
The Wisdom of the Herd Thu, Nov 12, 2026, 6:00 PM at Cedar Ridge Ranch, Carbondale The Wisdom of the Herd is a women’s gathering that offers quiet, unstructured time with horses at Cedar Ridge Ranch. Participants can connect with horses withou
Yoga Nidra & Auricular Acupuncture with Dr. Heather George Thu, Nov 12, 2026, 6:00 PM at True Nature Healing Arts, Carbondale This community event explores Yoga Nidra after Shavasana, guided by Dr. Heather George. Participants experience deep relaxation and auricular acupuncture techni
The Yoga of Awareness. Experience the Technology of Kundalini Yoga! Thu, Nov 12, 2026, 6:00 PM at Soul Vibes llc, Grand Junction The Yoga of Awareness invites participants to explore Kundalini Yoga techniques, focusing on breathwork, gong meditation, and stress reduction. The workshop off