Colorado's fair and festival season runs from January through December, but it peaks in July — when 67 fairs and festivals take place — followed by August and September. Across the year, Colorado hosts 294 dated events in our directory.
Month by month in Colorado
- January — 1 event (see all)
- February — 1 event (see all)
- March — 2 events (see all)
- June — 39 events (see all)
- July — 67 events (see all)
- August — 64 events (see all)
- September — 58 events (see all)
- October — 33 events (see all)
- November — 19 events (see all)
- December — 10 events (see all)
When to go
If you want the biggest choice of events, aim for July, August and September — together they account for 189 of Colorado's 294 dated events. Late summer and early fall skew toward agricultural and country fairs timed to the harvest, while spring and early summer lean toward food, music, and cultural festivals.
Frequently asked questions
What month has the most fairs in Colorado?
July, with 67 fairs and festivals — the busiest month of the Colorado season.
When does fair season start in Colorado?
Events begin as early as January and run through December, with the heaviest concentration in July, August and September.
How many fairs and festivals are in Colorado?
Our directory lists 294 dated fairs and festivals across Colorado for the 2026 season, plus recurring events with dates still to be announced.
