Welcome to Estes Park!

Welcome to Estes Park, we are glad you’re here!  This is your local guide to Rocky Mountain National Park and Estes Park.  So while you are here, explore hikes, guided tours, dining, wildlife, and local experiences to help you make the most of your stay.

What to Do Today in Estes Park

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Quick Tip from Rocky Mountain Travel

Skip the Timed Entry!

Book a guided hike or tour to enter Rocky Mountain National Park without needing a timed-entry reservation.

Rocky Mountain National Park

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RMNP Timed Entry Info

Required 5/22/26 – 10/12/26

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What's Happening This Week in Estes Park

Looking for things to do during your visit? Browse upcoming festivals, live music, family activities, ranger programs, and special events happening this week in Estes Park.

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Rock Cut Inn | Bella Metz

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Bella Metz     About the Rock Cut Inn The Rock Inn is a unique mountain experience that is home to a diverse calendar of music events. Whether you’re looking for a cozy night by the fire or a lively outdoor patio experience during the summer – we’ve got you covered. Our music events showcase …

Rock Cut Inn | Greg Miles

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Greg Miles About the Rock Cut Inn The Rock Inn is a unique mountain experience that is home to a diverse calendar of music events. Whether you’re looking for a cozy night by the fire or a lively outdoor patio experience during the summer – we’ve got you covered. Our music events showcase the best …

Rock Cut Inn | Geoff Clark

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Geoff Clark Geoff Clark is a guitarist and songwriter living in Estes Park, Colorado. He blends Americana, Alt-Country, Folk, and Rock into a unique style of his own. He peppers in a few Irish drinking songs to encourage a jovial and lively atmosphere at his gigs. His eclectic musical tastes stem from growing up in …

Open Mic Night

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Open Mic Night Join us for Open Mic in the taproom on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays each month – all musicians, poets and performers welcome! Sign up starts at 5:00pm, time slots are approximately 15-20 minutes each.

Estes Park Farmers Market

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The Estes Park Farmers Market Join us every Thursday from 8am to 1pm at the Estes Park Visitors Center.  More than 40 vendors, local produce and a weekly raffle.

Rock Cut Inn | Alex Thoele

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Alex Thoele Discover the amazing music of Alex Thoele, an experienced artist with over 20 years of performing across the U.S. Whether at a small Colorado venue or touring with his band, Chain Station, Alex offers an unforgettable musical experience. His shows mix original songs with popular covers, appealing to all audiences. Alex’s solo performances …

Snow Belt

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Snow Belt is a duo based in Estes Park, Colorado, blending elements of bluegrass, folk, old-time, acoustic roots music, and improvisational jams. Their sound combines original songs, traditional fiddle tunes, and spontaneous musical exploration.

Rock Cut Inn | Jon Pickett (Chain Station)

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Jon Pickett (Chain Station) A fun & eclectic singer songwriter. Original, soulful songs to creative covers. And a singer/bassist for Chain Station. John Pickett website Other Upcoming Performances: John performs every Friday at The Rock Cut Inn. About the Rock Cut Inn The Rock Inn is a unique mountain experience that is home to a …

Friday Live Music

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This week’s featured musician in our Friday Live series will be performing on The Patio from 5-7 pm. Reservations are recommended, give us a call at 970-586-2099, and we’ll save a spot for you.

Karaoke Night

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Karaoke Night Every Friday and Saturday night at Lonigan’s  106 W Elkhorn Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517

Rock Cut Inn | Poet's Row

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Poet’s Row Taking its name from the Capitol Hill neighborhood in Denver where its founders met, Poets Row is an indie-folk outfit made up of Emily Hobbs and Mickey Bakes now residing in Estes Park. Artist Website About the Rock Cut Inn The Rock Inn is a unique mountain experience that is home to a …

Friday Live Music | Tequila Mockin'Byrd

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Snowy peaks Winery hosts Live Music on The Patio every Friday  from 5:00 to 7:00 pm featuring Tequila Mockin’Byrd. We recommend making a reservation, call us at 970-586-2099, and we’ll be happy to save you a table!

Karaoke Night

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Karaoke Night Every Friday and Saturday night at Lonigan’s  106 W Elkhorn Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517

Open Mic Nite for Dads

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Open Mic Night Sunday Fun-day here at Snowy Peaks Winery! We’ll be kicking things off with an Open Mic from 3-5 pm, and we will also be offering our Date Night Specials from 4-7 pm. Enjoy any bottle of wine plus a food item from our menu for only $40! Call us at 970-586-2099 to …

Rock Cut Inn | Sarah Minto-Sparks

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Sarah Minto-Sparks Born in Austin and growing up in Dallas, Sarah Minto-Sparks has always been influenced by her Texas roots. Graduating from Highland Park High School, she moved to Boston, Massachusetts, to attend university. At the age of twenty, she grabbed a guitar, and she hasn’t stopped playing and singing since. Living in a van …

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Estes Park, CO
Jul 14, 2026
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