Tuesday, July 15
Yoga. Community yoga classes are scheduled at the Church in the Wildwood on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 9 a.m. and a class on Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m. All the classes occur in the church’s Tatter Hall area. These popular classes are led by Lainie Thomas.
Wednesday, July 16
Wellness Walk. Scheduled for July 16 at the Garden of the Gods Visitor Center at 9 a.m. Meet at the upper level and choose a one, two or three-mile hike. Maps are available. Healthy living tips and mindfulness exercises to enhance your walk. Dress for the weather, wear comfortable shoes and bring plenty of water. Free admission.
The Cripple Creek City Council will meet on July 16 at 5:30 p.m. in the CC Council Chambers. The meeting is available in-person and on Zoom.
Thursday, July 17
TOPS. Takes Off Pounds Sensibly. Meets every Thursday morning at 9 a.m. in the basement of Church in the Wildwood (10585 Ute Pass Ave.) Green Mountain Falls, CO 80819. Affordable, effective weight-loss.
The Woodland Park City Council will meet on July 17 at 6:30 p.m. in the WP Council Chambers, next to city hall. The meeting is available in-person and on Zoom.
Friday, July 18
Beehive Debut. The Butte Theater in Cripple Creek will debut its summer musical, “Beehive,” on the weekend of July 18-20. This is a 60s musical that runs until August 31. The Butte’s summer musicals are regarded as some of their most popular shows. For more information, and for show times, visit the Butte Theater website or call 719-689-6402.
Victor Gold Rush Days. Regarded as one of the best festivals in southern Teller County, Victor Gold Rush Days in Victor will occur from July 18-20. The several-day festival is abuzz with a spree of games, festivities and historic tours, aimed at reliving Victor’s illustrious past. Some of the highlights include vintage baseball games, burro races, a parade and mining games. Visit the city’s tourism web site for more details.
Saturday, July 19
History Talks. The Cripple Creek Heritage Center is proud to host Linda Wommack for a presentation on her relative, Bob Womack, the “Father of Cripple Creek” on Saturday, July 19, from 10 am until noon. Bob Womack is regarded as the person whose legendary discovery and exploits led to the infamous gold rush boom in Cripple Creek and Victor. Book sales and signing will be available. FREE admission and light refreshments will be served. This is part of the Heritage Center’s regular History Talks’ series. The Cripple Creek Heritage Center is open daily from 9 am until 5 p.m. For more information, call 719-689-331
Upcoming
Shining Mountain Summer Activities. The Shining Mountain golf course in Woodland Park is fully open for the 2025 links season. The spacious bar is open for a variety of events, and occasionally features live music. The SM facility also is the host for Ute Pass Kiwanis Bingo nights. Drink specials are available, and check with regular promotions online and in this newspaper. More special events are now available. Several of the golf leagues have already kicked off official play for the season, and there are a slew of charity events. Coming soon will be SM’s popular scramble tourneys, available for all levels of play. For more information regarding tee times (weather permitting) and regular activities, call 719-687-7587.
Visit With Ghosts of the Past. This event is sponsored by the Victor Lowell Thomas Museum and will be held at 10 a.m. on select Saturdays from June through October, weather allowing. Check VictorMuseum.com for schedules and information. Local historian Alicia Harrington will guide you through the cemetery telling stories of grave robbers, insurance fraud, and unusual characters. Meet just outside the gate in Pauper’s Field by 10 a.m. You can also purchase tickets at the museum ahead of the event. Advance reservations are encouraged and can be made at VictorMuseum.com. Tickets at the gate are by cash only. Tickets are $15 for a single ticket and $12.50 per additional ticket. Be sure to dress appropriately for mountain weather (which can include wind, cold temperatures, snow, and rain), wear good hiking shoes or boots, and bring water and sunscreen. There are no restroom facilities at the cemetery.
For more information, visit VictorMuseum.com, email tours@victormuseum.com or call 719-689-5509.
Bronc Day Festival. One of Colorado’s most beloved small-town festivals returns this summer with a full day of family-friendly fun, western heritage, and community spirit. The 87th Annual Bronc Day Festival will take place Saturday, July 26, 2025 in Green Mountain Falls, Colorado. With a nostalgic presentation of the town’s past and a lively celebration of the present, the festival offers something for all ages, from vintage cars to the always-popular rubber duck races. The day kicks off with a parade at 10:00 AM, followed by a full day of festivities including live music, old-fashioned kids’ games, a pie contest, food trucks, and local vendors. This year’s event is special as it celebrates the 135th anniversary of Green Mountain Falls (1890–2025). Nestled in the foothills of Pikes Peak, Green Mountain Falls offers a picturesque backdrop for this free, family-friendly event. Bronc Day has delighted generations of locals and visitors since 1939. Famously started by local legend, Sallie Bush—publisher of one of the area’s earliest newspapers, the Ute Pass Echo, and whose name is memorialized on the Sallie Bush Community Building—Bronc Day is one of the area’s oldest traditions. The event prides itself on its authentic Colorado charm—with horses, cowboy hats, and western music and dancing.
Admission is free, and details are available at www.broncdayfestival.org. The festival is organized by Building Ute Pass Community (BUPC), a local nonprofit whose mission is to unite the Ute Pass Community by providing meaningful cultural, social and historical events/
Teller County Fair. This annual event, featuring a wide range of equestrian events, rodeo competitions, demolition derbies, livestock auctions and more, will be held from July 25 to Aug. 3 at the country Fairgrounds off Teller One, just outside of Cripple Creek. For specific event times, visit the city of Cripple Creek’s tourism website.
Vino & Notes. The 17th annual festival brings together some of Colorado’s finest wineries, great food, and local musicians. Vino & Notes 2025 will take place in Woodland Park’s Memorial Park on Saturday, August 2nd from 11 am-5 pm. This wine, food, and jazz festival is one of the premier events in Teller County. This year’s event will benefit Helping Those in Needy Teller County. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit their website at vinoandnotes.com.
