Events in Saguache County
Annual Events
San Luis Valley Seed Exchange
April 12 & 13 (2025) | Joyful Journey Hot Springs Spa
A free annual community gathering, seed exchange, and educational event since 2010. Held at Joyful Journey Hot Springs.
Saguache County First Responders Appreciation Event
April 26th (2025) | Otto Mears Park & Community Building | Town of Saguache
A free annual community event celebrating the unsung heroes of our brave first responders and strengthening community bonds. Fun for the whole family! Music, vendors, games & activities, food, demonstrations.
Saguache County Museum Annual Opening Event
Sunday, May 25 (2025) | 10am - 5pm | Town of Saguache
A wonderful historical museum to visit between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Opening Day Celebrations include free admission, BBQ lunch, and demonstrations. 2024 will be the 65th anniversary and the event will include a parade, car show, play, and much more!
Saguache Picnic & Festival
July | Town of Saguache
An afternoon of music, food, crafts, and family-friendly fun. Held at Otto Mears Park, 10 am - 3pm.
July 4th | Crestone
A fun-filled day for the whole family! 5k run, pancake breakfast, events, games food and live music throughout the day. 8am - 7pm.
Arts Walk & Hollyhock Festival
Last Saturday in July (July 26, 2025) | Town of Saguache
Stroll around Saguache and see the many hollyhocks, fairy houses, and enjoy the art on display around the courthouse.
September 11 - 14 (2025) | Crestone
Showcasing innovative ideas around construction, energy, and regenerative living in the region. Music, vendors, pancake breakfast, fun and education for all ages!
Annual Fall Festival & Quilt Show
September 20 (2025) | Town of Saguache
Held the third Saturday in Sept., vendors and artists exhibit their wares, including our Saguache Sagebrush Quilters. Silent auction, food, life music and more!
Crestone Artists Open Studio Tour
October 4 & 5 (2025) | Crestone
Through the annual Open Studio Tour, members of Crestone Artists open their doors to share their work and visions. a Crestone tradition since 2005. This is a great opportunity to connect with our amazing Crestone art community, have a snack, share and be inspired. Have fun and enjoy this wealth of talent. Crestone. See map here.
Saguache Holiday Bazaar
December 6 (2025) (Dec. 6, 2025) | School Gym, Town of Saguache
Held the first Saturday in December, 10 am - 3pm. Art, jewelry, spices, quilts & crafts, clothes, many of artisan products. Santa will be there for kids young and young at heart. Stay for the Fourth Street Open House and Tree Lighting.
While You're in the Valley...
Check out these events in surrounding counties
March 7-9 (2025) | Monte Vista
The migration experience of a lifetime! Held in Monte Vista, with viewing opportunities, booths, events, and so much more!
July 10-13 (2025) | Monte Vista
Enjoy genuine western fun and exhilarating action at Colorado's Oldest Pro-Rodeo. A San Luis Valley tradition!
San Luis Valley Potato Festival
September | Monte Vista
Celebrate America's favorite vegetable with a day full of fun at Chapman Park in Monte Vista. A true celebration of San Luis Valley agriculture with a 5k Tater Trot, craft and food vendors, guided farm tours, chef demonstrations, and much more!
Seasonal. Local foods are a vital part of life in the SLV! Learn about the wonderful farms and ranching producers in the San Luis Valley. Lunch and transportation from the Valley Roots Food Hub are included. Limited spaces available.