June in Colorado offers everything you could hope for in a summer month. It’s the perfect time to revel in abundant outdoor activities in the mountains or to enjoy festivals, concerts and outdoor events throughout the state. Here are some ideas for things to do in June in Colorado.
June 3-7: Denver Fringe Festival
If you’re looking to experience the performing arts in a fresh and unexpected way, head to the Denver Fringe Festival. This vibrant celebration draws inspiration from the famous Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland. The Denver festival showcases a wide range of original performances, including theater, comedy, dance, music and immersive shows.
Rather than showcasing performances on a single stage or at just one venue, festival organizers invite audience members to explore 80-plus performances taking place at multiple locations in Denver. This event focuses on artistic freedom and accessibility and is a great way to support the arts in Colorado.
June 6-7: Chalk Art Festival in Denver
Local and international artists showcase their talents and creativity by creating intricate chalk masterpieces on the streets of downtown Denver. The festival started in 2003 as a small community event and has grown into one of the largest chalk art festivals in the world.
Visitors can enjoy more than 200 stunning pieces of artwork that are created over the two-day festival, as well as an array of food vendors and live music. The event is free and open to the public, making it a great family-friendly activity for all ages.
June 7-8: Taste of Fort Collins
This Fort Collins summertime favorite brings the community together to celebrate local flavor and creativity at Washington Park. This popular festival offers a wide range of dishes from area restaurants and food vendors, giving locals a chance to sample the great “Taste of Fort Collins” during the two-day event.
Along with great food, there is live music and a kids’ zone. It’s a great way to enjoy the energy of summer and support local businesses.
June 12: Da Vinci STEAM museum opens in Pueblo, Colorado
A new, hands-on museum opens in downtown Pueblo on June 12, offering an interactive space where curiosity and creativity take center stage. Da Vinci STEAM blends science, technology, engineering, art and math through engaging exhibits that spark the imagination and encourage problem-solving for visitors of all ages.
Located at 310 Central Main St., the museum emphasizes learning by doing. Visitors can experiment, explore and think creatively in a welcoming environment. Start off your summer by experiencing something new. The new museum adds a fresh cultural and educational destination to southern Colorado, making it a worthwhile stop for families, students and lifelong learners.
June 16-21: The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in Colorado Springs
Also known as “The Race to the Clouds,” this invitational automobile hill climb to the summit of Pikes Peak is a sight to remember. Spencer Penrose launched the race in 1916, and the race now attracts some of the world’s best drivers and riders.
The road to the top is 12.42 miles long and includes 156 turns. The driver who makes it to the finish line at the summit of Pikes Peak at 14,115 feet above sea level is crowned “king of the mountain.” You can get tickets for practice days, June 16-19, or for the June 21 race day.
On June 20 — the Friday evening before race day — Colorado Springs hosts a “Fan Fest,” a 10-block party where people can meet drivers, sponsors and watch motocross events. Race spectators must purchase a ticket online. Ticket holders can watch from one of the two spectator areas. Camping tickets are also available.
June 24: Colorado’s Bike to Work Day throughout Colorado
For annual Bike to Work events, bike enthusiasts throughout Colorado encourage residents to try bicycling as a mode of transportation for at least one day, whether that’s a commute to work or a trip to the grocery store.
According to the League of American Bicyclists, the average bike commuter loses 13 pounds in their first year of bike commuting. For women, a 30-minute daily bike commute can cut heart failure risk in half and reduce breast cancer risk. Along with promoting the health benefits of cycling, Bike to Work events also highlight cost savings and environmental benefits, while promoting safe cycling and community infrastructure.
Enjoy this fun day in your area as local groups, cycling advocacy organizations and businesses set up stations along safe bike routes, giving away coffee, breakfast items and swag to cyclists.
You can pledge to bike that day, host a station, sign up for a business challenge or get promotional materials on Colorado’s official Bike to Work Day website.
June 24 – July 5: Greeley Stampede in Greeley
Rodeos, concerts and family fun. The Greeley Stampede has it all.
This annual celebration has been taking place for over 100 years and offers something for everyone. The diverse schedule of events includes a Heritage of Mexico rodeo, a demolition derby, kids’ entertainment and PRCA pro rodeos.
The Greeley Stampede is the city’s largest summer event, so don’t miss it.
June 27: Denver Dog Fair
Find your new best friend or your family’s forever pet at the annual Denver Dog Fair. This day-long event (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.) fills the National Western Complex with fun booths, unique dog-themed vendors and supportive organizations, including several breed meet-and-greet booths hosted by local breed rescues and lots of dog adoption booths (they expect more than 150 adoptable puppies and dogs onsite during the event). More than 250 dogs have been adopted during the annual event since 2024.
Fun activities also include dog agility and herding demos, a bulldog derby, and a kissing booth. There’s also a “fashion show district” and dog salons. Tickets are required.
June 27: Steel City Arkansas River Festival in Pueblo
Celebrate summer along the Arkansas River at Pueblo’s Steel City Arkansas River Festival at Waterworks Park.
This free festival brings together outdoor recreation, live entertainment and community fun along the city’s newest park and recreation area. This year, organizers are keeping a close eye on water levels, which may affect some river-based activities, but there still will be plenty of fun. Compete in the build-you-own boat or rubber ducky races, or stay on land and compete in the cornhole tournament. There will be an “adventure alley” for kids, along with food vendors and live music to finish the night.
While a few elements, like the river surf competition, remain uncertain, organizers say low river flows also create an opportunity to educate the community about the importance of snowpack and water in Colorado. And there is no better place to learn and enjoy a summer day in Pueblo.
Throughout June: Pride events across Colorado
One of the largest events in the state is Denver’s PrideFest, but Pride events take place all over Colorado in June. Find one, enjoy a vibrant celebration and meet new friends. Other communities host Pride events at different times of the year.
June 6: Foco Pride at Library Park in Fort Collins, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fort Collins Pride hosts other events too, so check out its calendar.
June 13-14: Pikes Peak Pride. This community event brings thousands of people to downtown Colorado Springs for two days of fun, advocacy and education. There are vendors, food trucks, high-energy entertainment and a youth square for the kiddos. Don’t miss the parade at 11 a.m. on Sunday, from Acacia Park to Pioneer Museum via Tejon St.
June 27-28: Denver Pride. The weekend kicks off with a Pride 5k on June 27, followed by hundreds of vendors, exhibitors and live performances at Civic Center Park. Don’t forget to check out the Coors Light Denver Pride Parade at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, from Cheesman Park to Civic Center Park via Colfax.
The Pueblo Pride and the Aurora Pride events are both in August.
Rocky Mountain Equality in Boulder County hosts multiple events during June, including:
- June 6: Longmont Pride
- June 13: Boulder PrideFest
- June 20: Loveland Pride
- June 22: Youth Pride in Boulder
- June 26: 50+ Pride in Boulder
- June 27: Lyons Pride
June 1-28: Bodies – The Science Within exhibition at the Denver Pavilions
See, feel and understand the human body in a powerful, globally touring exhibition called “Bodies – The Science Within,” now at The Denver Pavilions through June 28.
This exhibition — which is both educational and thought-provoking — offers a rare opportunity to explore the human body. Get a deeper understanding of how we live, function and connect to the world around us. Visitors journey through a series of galleries focused on key biological systems, including respiration, movement and the nervous system, according to a press release about its North American debut. It combines scientific information with a visual presentation and is available in both English and Spanish.
The City of Denver’s Downtown Development Authority now owns The Denver Pavilions, which is located at 500 16th Street Mall. The exhibition takes place on the second floor beneath Lucky Strike Denver. It’s also open to scheduled group visits. Tickets are required, and weekday prices are discounted.