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Local Event Details
La Veta – Thursdays 3-5PM, next to the Library on Main Street.
Cuchara – Fridays 4-6PM, at Cuchara Mountain Mercantile
Gardner – Saturdays 10AM-12PM, under the Chuckwagon pavilion.
Walsenburg – Sundays 12-2PM, at Heritage Park, Main St. & the railroad tracks.
July
Sunday, July 27th 9:00AM-12:00PM
Introduction to Hiking and Backpacking at Cuchara Mountain Park
Learn all of the basics from clothing and gear, to safety and wildlife. $30/person limit 10 adult students.
New! Sunday, July 27th 10:00AM-12:00PM
Archery Adventures: Learn to Hit the Mark at Lathrop Archery Range
Embark on an exciting journey into the world of archery with our archery adventures clinic! Ideal for all skill levels, this clinic offers comprehensive instructions, personalized tips, and plenty of practice time. All equipment is provided. Ages 8+, space limited to 12 people.
Tuesday, July 29th 1:00PM
La Veta Village Monthly Workshop with Sangre de Cristo Community Care & Hospice
Join Zeke Arriaga as he walks participants through the many choices’ life can lead us towards when we face the end. It’s coming to us all and we need to prepare our families as well. Workshop will be held in the Mountain Meadow Room in La Veta Village. Contact Elisa Ingoldby at 719-742-3510 for any questions.
Tuesday, July 29th & Wednesday, July 30th 9:00AM-4:00PM
Free Mountain Bike Camp at Cuchara Mountain Park
Thanks to funding from the Outdoor Equity Grant from Colorado Parks and Wildlife, we are offering this camp or free to students in Huerfano and Las Animas Counties. Any youth who are going into 5th grade to 12th grade are invited! We are partnering with another non-profit called Lucky to Ride to provide instruction. During the camp, participants will learn STEM concepts aligned to Colorado State Standards to understand a bike as a machine – how it works, how to repair it, and how to ride safely. We’ll have some “class time” where participants will learn these skills and then plenty of “ride time” for us to be outdoors and put what we learned to practice. At the end of the camp, participants got to KEEP THEIR BIKE, along with a new helmet, lock and tool kit. Transportation to and from the park each day and lunch will also be provided. You can register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/
Wednesday, July 30th 10:00AM
Lawn Party and Summer Reading Program Final Submission at La Veta Library
Meet us at the La Veta Public Library Courtyard to submit your final tickets for prizes and reading logs, and have a lawn party with us!
New! Thursday, July 31st 2:00-5:00PM
Free Bicycle Repair Clinic
Spanish Peaks Cycling Bicycle Repair Clinic. Bring your bikes and trikes – we will fix for free! In front of the La Veta Public Library, 310 S Main Street. Donations welcome. Questions email info@spcycling.org.
New! Thursday, July 31st 5:00PM-7:00PM
Huerfano County Chamber of Commerce July Mixer
Join us for food, fun, and a cash bar at the La Veta Mercantile 300 S Main Street. Guest speakers include: Antonio Huerta (Regional Director of Southern Colorado US Senator John W. Hickenlooper). Jacob Topping (Southern Colorado Regional Representative US Senator Michael F. Bennet (D-CO) Cathy Garcia (IOM Southern Colorado Regional Director Office of US Congressman Jeff Hurd). Open to all. Come learn about your Huerfano County Chamber of Commerce and become a part of the discussion. Questions, call Carlton Croft (719) 696-5434 or email ccroft@huerfano.us.
August
Friday, August 1st – Sunday August 3rd 9:00AM
6th Annual Cuchara Art Show
Wednesday, July 30th 9:00AM-4:00PM – Art Drop Off Day
Friday, August 1st 7:00-9:00PM – Artist Talk
Saturday August 2nd 10:00AM-4:00PM – Art Show
Sunday, August 3rd 11:00AM-4:00PM – Art Show
Saturday, August 2nd 9:00AM
3rd Annual Walsenburg Jr/Sr High School Wrestling Fundraiser Golf Tourney
Join us at 9:00AM for a shotgun start at the Walsenburg Golf Course. Three man scramble, $250 entry fee per team. Winners take home the belt! Sign up at the Walsenburg Golf Club or Contact John Toplyn at 970-692-3180.
Saturday, August 2nd 4:00PM – 10:00PM
Relay for Life at Central Park in Trinidad
Anyone of any age can join us, have a team, celebrate survivors and remember loved ones. Opening ceremony 4:30PM, Survivor and caregiver dinner 5:30PM, luminaria ceremony 9:00PM, Whipped cream pie eating contest 7pm, talent show and karaoke contest 7:30pm, bingo, kid activities, concessions, face painting, corn hole toss, bra pong, ladderball and more. 50/50 raffle, silent auction, team fundraisers, merchandise sales and more. Contact Kendra Doherty at 719-680-0693 for more information.
Sunday, August 3rd 6:00-8:00PM
Wild Edible, Medicinal, and Useful Plants of Purgatory River
On this two hour gentle hike, we learn how to find, ID, and use wild plants for everything from food, to medicines, tools, and more. Dangerous and poisonous plants are also discussed. $10 per person, limit 10 adult students.
New! Wednesday, August 6th- Sunday, August 10th
2025 Huerfano County Fair and 4H Sale
Wednesday
8:00AM – 4H General Exhibit Drop Off
8:00AM – Open Class Exhibit Drop Off
9:30AM – 4H General Indoor Judging & Interviews
10:00AM – Horse Show
2:00PM – Placing of Awards Facility Closed to Public
Thursday
8:00AM – 4H & FFA Large Animal Check In
8:00AM – 4H & FFA Small Animal Check In
1:00PM – Poultry Show (Peewee Poultry Show to Follow)
4:00PM – Fashion Review at 4H Barn
5:00PM – 4H & FFA Family BBQ
6:30PM – Introduction of 2025-2026 4H Ambassadors
7:00PM – FFA Family Fun Night
Friday
8:00AM – Rabbit Show
Pee Wee Rabbit Show to Follow 4H Show
2:00PM – Sheep Show
Pee Wee Sheep Show to Follow 4H Show
3:00PM – Goat Show
Pee Wee Goat Show to Follow 4H Show
6:30PM – Swine Show
Pee Wee Swine Show to Follow 4H Show
Saturday
9:00AM – Beef Show
Pee Wee Beef Show to Follow 4H Show
12:30PM – Mandatory Contestant Round Robin Meeting
1:00PM – Large Animal Round Robin
Small Round Robin to Follow
Large & Small Animal Round Robin To Follow
2:00PM – Open Class & General 4H Exhibit Pickup
5:00PM – Horseshoe Tournament
7:00PM – Dance in Dance Hall
Sunday
10:00AM – Cowboy Church Rodeo Arena (Weather Permitting)
11:30AM – 4H & FFA Livestock Buyers Lunch
2:00PM – 4H & FFA Livestock Sale
Saturday, August 9th 6:30AM
Annual Stonewall Century Ride Presented by Spanish Peaks Cycling
The Stonewall Century is a challenging road bike ride along one of Colorado’s most beautiful scenic highways. We welcome you to come and enjoy some of the best road riding in Southern Colorado. 102 Miles, 7,500 Ft. Elevation Gain. This is an out-and-back ride. Turn around wherever you like and head back to the party in La Veta. Start Time 6:30-8:30am. Ride along beautiful Southern Colorado State Highway 12 to Segundo and back. Registration fee covers 7 SAG stations (including a mid-ride lunch stop), mechanical assistance a post-ride bbq, t-shirt, and more. Visit: https://spcycling.org/
Saturday, August 9th 12:00-2:00PM
La Veta Village Ladies Auxiliary Annual Fish Fry
There will be fish, french fries, coleslaw, beans, dessert, and a drink all for $15 adults, $2 kids under 12.
Rugby Rocks Music & Storytellers Festival in Aguilar
Circle up the wagons, unload your crew, The Mountain Merman is pouring brew under a full harvest moon on August 9th in the canyon just below Rugby Rock, Aguilar, CO for an intimate western music and storytellers festival! Tickets and camping passes available online at www.rugbyrocks.org or in-person at Mountain Merman Brewing Company 220 S Main Street, La Veta, snag 20% off through July 31st for purchase at the brewery!
Sunday, August 10th 9:00AM
Edible, Medicinal, and Useful Wild Plants of Gardner
Join local naturalist/environmental interpreter, Bob Kennemer, for a half day class at Malachite on the Mace ranch. Participants will learn how to identify dozens of wildflowers and useful wild plants. Ethical and environmentally sound practices will be utilized as we learn about traditional uses of wildflowers, plants, and trees/shrubs for everything from medicines to meals, to arts and crafts arts. Dangerous, noxious, and poisonous plants will also be discussed. Cost is $30/person. For more information and to register email Kennemer at BobKennemer@gmail.com class size limited to 10 participants.
Local Music
July 27th – MiDi and the Guy at Stiano Trattoria
5:00-8:00PM
July 27th – Lucas Wolf at Cuchara Yacht Club
5:00-8:00PM
New! July 31st – Open Mic Night with DJ Dynamix ft. Mitch at Stokehouse
6:00PM
New! August 1st – Bo Seawell at Cuchara Yacht Club
5:00-8:00PM
New! August 1st – Music by MiDi and the Guy at Stokehouse
5:00PM
New! August 1st – Syd Masters at the La Veta Mercantile
7:00PM – https://www.simpletix.com/e/
New! August 2nd – Bob Rose at Cuchara Yacht Club
5:00-8:00PM
New! August 2nd – WireWood Station at Stokehouse
6:00PM
New! August 3rd – MiDi at Stiano Trattoria
5:00-8:00PM
New! August 7th – Open Mic Night with DJ Dynamix Ft. Mitch at Stokehouse
6:00PM
New! August 8th – Matt Fuson at Cuchara Yacht Club
5:00-8:00PM
New! August 8th – Music by MiDi and the Guy at Stokehouse
5:00PM
New! August 9th – MiDi at La Veta Village Annual Fish Fry
12:00-2:00PM
New! August 9th – Mason Davis at Cuchara Yacht Club
5:00-8:00PM
New! August 9th – Exit West at Stokehouse + Prime Rib Special
New! August 10th – MiDi at Stiano Trattoria
5:00-8:00PM
July
July 27th – MiDi and the Guy at Stiano Trattoria
5:00-8:00PM
July 27th – Lucas Wolf at Cuchara Yacht Club
5:00-8:00PM
New! July 31st – Open Mic Night with DJ Dynamix ft. Mitch at Stokehouse
6:00PM
August
New! August 1st – Bo Seawell at Cuchara Yacht Club
5:00-8:00PM
New! August 1st – Music by MiDi and the Guy at Stokehouse
5:00PM
New! August 1st – Syd Masters at the La Veta Mercantile
7:00PM – https://www.simpletix.com/e/
New! August 2nd – Bob Rose at Cuchara Yacht Club
5:00-8:00PM
New! August 2nd – WireWood Station at Stokehouse
6:00PM
New! August 3rd – MiDi at Stiano Trattoria
5:00-8:00PM
New! August 7th – Open Mic Night with DJ Dynamix Ft. Mitch at Stokehouse
6:00PM
New! August 8th – Matt Fuson at Cuchara Yacht Club
5:00-8:00PM
New! August 8th – Music by MiDi and the Guy at Stokehouse
5:00PM
New! August 9th – MiDi at La Veta Village Annual Fish Fry
12:00-2:00PM
New! August 9th – Mason Davis at Cuchara Yacht Club
5:00-8:00PM
New! August 9th – Exit West at Stokehouse + Prime Rib Special
New! August 10th – MiDi at Stiano Trattoria
5:00-8:00PM
Save The Dates
August 14th – Free Yoga at the Cuchara Community Center
August 16th – Antiques at Spanish Peaks Vintage Trailer Rally at La Veta Pines RV Park
August 17th – La Veta School Foundation Wine & Whiskey Tasting & Auction
August 19th – Wild Edible, Medicinal, and Useful Plants of Spanish Peaks
August 19th – Wild Edible, Medicinal, and Useful Plants of Spanish Peaks
Business Updates
Updated! Al-Anon Meetings
Two Al-Anon meeting opportunities throughout the summer:
-Sundays at 6pm – United Methodist Church of La Veta 416 S Main Street. Questions call Carlton 719-696-5434.
-Mondays at 6pm – Library Conference Room on the second floor. Questions call Sandy at 719-782-0003.
Has your drinking started to become a problem? Has the stress of life increased your drinking to the point of concern? A.A. might be the answer for you. Free and open to all with problems, concerns, or questions about alcohol use disorder. Isn’t it time to find out if a.a. is for you?
The Book Nook At The La Veta Library
Located at 207 s Main Street the Book Nook, a second-hand bookstore, is an ongoing fundraising vehicle for Friends of La Veta Library (FLVL) and is run completely by volunteers. All proceeds to go the Award Winning La Veta Public Library. Come browse the wonderful selection of books which have been donated by the Library and patrons who live in the surrounding area. You can also support our local Library by becoming a member of FLVL. Membership forms are available at the Book Nook. If you are interested in joining the Book Nook Volunteer staff, please leave your name and contact information at the Library.Updated! Al-Anon Meetings
Two Al-Anon meeting opportunities throughout the summer:
-Sundays at 6pm – United Methodist Church of La Veta 416 S Main Street. Questions call Carlton 719-696-5434.
-Mondays at 6pm – Library Conference Room on the second floor. Questions call Sandy at 719-782-0003.
Has your drinking started to become a problem? Has the stress of life increased your drinking to the point of concern? A.A. might be the answer for you. Free and open to all with problems, concerns, or questions about alcohol use disorder. Isn’t it time to find out if a.a. is for you?
Cuchara Chapel 2025 Schedule of Services
July 27th – Don Pike 9:30AM & 11:00AM – United Methodist
August 3rd – Don Pike 9:30AM & 11:00AM – United Methodist
August 10th – Don Pike 9:30AM & 11:00AM – United Methodist
August 17th – Matt Gaston 9:30AM & 11:00AM – United Methodist
August 24th – Cammy Gaston 9:30AM & 11:00AM – United Methodist
Cuchara Valley Recreation Program
The Cuchara Valley Recreation Program is the perfect place to find community, explore the area, and learn more about Cuchara. During the summer months we offer hikes, weekly bingo, a Fourth of July Fun Run/Walk, Art Show, and educational events. Be sure to check their schedule as the summer months approach for all of their fun activities! https://cucharavalleyrec.com/
Estelle Center for Creative Arts
Located at 105 W Ryus Avenue in La Veta
Please view our list of upcoming retreats!
August 18-22 – Totem of Life Five Day Quilting Retreat with Jane Sassaman
September 8-12 – Mixed Media Textile Art Collage Five Day Mixed Media Retreat with April Sproule
To learn more or to sign up please email office@estellecreativearts.com
Monthly Free Food Box Distribution
Free Foodbox Pickup is once per month on Saturday morning from 10:00AM-11:00AM behind La Veta Town Hall.
The Food Box Distribution Dates:
Mobile Market Dates:
For more information, or to volunteer or donate to this program, please call La Veta Village Food Services (719) 247-1393 or email foodservices@lavetavillage.org
Open Tuesday – Saturday 10:00AM-5:00PM
July 4-Sept. 30th: Dual Retrospectives – Brendt Berger & Kenny Schneider
July 19th: 10AM-4PM, 2nd Annual Maker Convention at Huerfano Community Center
July 26th: 1-3PM, Artist Talk on Art: Kenny Schneider, Small Works
August 2nd: 1-3PM, Artist Talk on Art: Brendt Berger, Beavers of the Huerfano
Now showing – 2025 Photography Show, July 29th-August 30th, Reception August 2nd, 4-6PM. For more information about show schedules, events, and workshops visit SPACe at www.spanishpeaksarts.org or call (719) 742-3074. New Gallery / Gift Shop Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 10am – 3pm. SPACe is a 501(c)3 non-profit, member centered organization. We are always looking for artists and enthusiasts to curate our shows and teach workshops. Join today and volunteer to promote the arts in our community!
Group exercise sessions held at Two Peaks Fitness:
Spin Bike: Monday through Saturday 7:30am
Kickboxing: Sunday 11:00am
Group exercise sessions held at the La Veta Community Center:
Yoga Stretch: Monday, Wednesday 9:15am
Swiss Ball: Monday, Wednesday 10:00am
Hatha Yoga: Friday 9:15am
Senior Pilates: Monday, Wednesday 11:00AM
Group exercise sessions held at the Huerfano County Community Center:
Qi Gong: Tuesday 1:00PM
Pickleball: Tuesday & Thursday, 9-11AM (1 hour slots).
Preregistration required for all group sessions, call Two Peaks Fitness in Walsenburg at 719-738-3555.
Held at the Brunelli Gymnasium:
Zumba Classes: Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 6:15am
Pickleball for La Veta School students and faculty (FREE): Friday 9AM-12PM (1 Hour Slots)
Registration required, register at SuperSaas.com/lvpickleball
Fun Friday’s
August 8th – Trinidad Pool Swimming
September 5th – Swimming & Hiking at Lathrop State Park
October 10th – Pueblo Pumpkin Patch
November 14th – Raton Aquatic Center
December 12th – Pueblo Children’s Museum
For questions or additional information call Two Peaks Fitness at 719-742-3555.
Wheelhouse Incubator and Makerspace
Hands-On at the Wheelhouse – Bring Local Craftsmanship to Life at the Wheelhouse Incubator and Makerspace
The Wheelhouse Incubator and Makerspace is thrilled to announce the launch of its Hands-On at the Wheelhouse series! This immersive event line-up offers a unique shopping experience featuring live demonstrations by local artisans, fostering community connection through hands-on creative learning. Each event will allow attendees to engage directly with makers, explore new crafts, and pick up unique skills, all while supporting local businesses. These events are held at the Wheelhouse 609 Main Street in Walsenburg, are free, and open to all ages.
If you have additional events you would like to see on the calendar, please email Events@BachmanAndAssociates.
This calendar is updated once monthly, to receive the most recent list of events every week or if you have additional events you would like to see on the calendar, please email Events@BachmanAndAssociates.com
with event information by Friday at Noon. Thank you!
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Updated July 28th, 2025