A Town That
Knows How to Celebrate
There’s always something happening in this mountain town. Discover events, festivals, markets, and hot springs happenings; with resources to plan your perfect Pagosa experience.
Pagosa Springs punches well above its weight when it comes to events. For a town of roughly 2,000 residents, the calendar is genuinely packed; year-round festivals, weekly live music, farmer’s markets, art shows, rodeos, hot air balloon rallies, and some of the best winter sports events in all of Southwest Colorado.
"There is truly something for everyone's taste in Pagosa Springs; festivals, music, rodeos, theatre, and hopping outdoor events year round."
Find What's Happening
Right Now in Pagosa
Kim has hand-picked the most useful, up-to-date event sources in Pagosa Springs. Each one is maintained by the community and kept current — so you never miss a thing.
Official Tourism Calendar
Visit Pagosa Springs – Events
The official events calendar from the Pagosa Springs Tourism Board — the most comprehensive single source for what’s happening in town. Browse by date or filter across 50+ event categories: live music, festivals, family events, hot air balloons, rodeos, farmers markets, wellness, theatre, film, and more.
Resort & Wellness Events
The Springs Resort — Events
The Springs Resort is the heart of Pagosa’s hot springs experience — and their events calendar is packed with curated wellness retreats, yoga classes, sound journeys, geothermal experiences, spa workshops, and seasonal events right on the banks of the San Juan River.
Facebook Community Group
Pagosa Springs Happenings
A lively Facebook group where locals and regulars share what’s happening in and around Pagosa Springs in real time. From pop-up events and last-minute concert announcements to community news, business openings, and neighborhood conversations — this is the pulse of daily Pagosa life.
Signature Annual Events
Winterfest
Jan / Feb · Hot Air Balloons, Sled Races, Fat Bike, Penguin Plunge
4th of July Celebrations
July · Fireworks, Parade, Rodeo, River Activities
Four Corners Folk Festival
Summer · Regional Music, Arts, Heritage
Archuleta County Fair
August · Western Heritage Event Center
Colorfest Hot Air Balloon Rally
Sept 18–20, 2026 · + Wine, Food & Brews Festival
Pagosa Center for the Arts Shows
Year-round · Theatre, Classical Music, Productions
Farmers Market
June–Oct (Saturdays) · St. Patrick's Episcopal Church
Studio Tour Pagosa
August · 20+ local artists, Springs Resort courtyard opening
Mountain Chile Cha Cha
September · green chile cook-off, Live music, salsa tasting
Local Newspaper
The Pagosa Springs Sun
The Pagosa Springs Sun is the community’s trusted local newspaper, and their calendar is where the real neighborhood life lives. Find community meetings, senior center programs, library events, youth sports, club gatherings, religious services, government meetings, and grassroots local happenings that don’t always make the tourist sites.
Facebook Community Group
Pagosa Springs Community Group
Another active Pagosa Springs Facebook community bringing together residents, visitors, and people considering a move to the area. Members share local events, recommendations, tips, and conversations about life in the mountains. A great place to ask questions, discover hidden-gem events, and get the unfiltered local perspective on what to do and where to be.
Something for
Every Season
The Pagosa Springs Area Chamber of Commerce organizes five major community events each year, while dozens of local organizations, venues, and businesses fill the calendar with everything from Tai Chi in the park to wine festivals on the San Juan River. Whether you’re a visitor planning your first trip or a new resident settling into the rhythm of mountain life, staying connected to what’s happening here is easy — and fun.
"As someone who has called Pagosa home since 2000, I know this community inside and out. These are the resources I trust to keep up with local happenings."