Aurora Events

Capitol Hill People's Fair.

June - Happening in Civic Center Park in Denver's Capitol Hill neighborhood, the annual CHUN Capitol Hill People's Fair is one of the largest two-day festivals in the nation with over 250,000 fairgoers. One of Colorado's oldest outdoor urban festivals, People's Fair features hundreds of booths with handmade arts and crafts, live local entertainment, food from local restaurants, a wine pavilion, non-profit exhibitors, and a family play area with carnival rides and kids crafts. Colorado's leading arts and crafts festival, the People's Fair celebrates Denver's diverse Denver urban community with handmade arts and crafts, culinary delights, and exciting entertainment. Visit www.denver.org/Events.

Taste of Colorado.

September - Located in Civic Center Park in Downtown Denver, Taste of Denver is a free 4-day festival that celebrates the culinary diversity and creativity of the Mile High City. The festival offers over 50 food establishments, 250 marketplace artisans and vendors, seven entertainment stages and cultural programs. Tantalize your taste buds with food creations from Colorado's top restaurants and eateries. Enjoy appetizers, entrees, and desserts in a beautiful urban setting. Discover ethnic specialties or indulge in traditional favorites while enjoying live entertainment and music. The elegant Fine Dining Area features gourmet cuisine from renowned chefs and daily cooking demonstrations. Visit www.atasteofcolorado.com.

Aurora National Stock Show.

January - Held at the National Western Complex in Denver, the National Western Stock Show, Rodeo and Horse Show is the country's leading livestock and rodeo event. The festive 16-day event features an exciting rodeo competition, livestock and horse shows, and 900 exhibitors with fine art, jewelry, clothing, household goods and agricultural products and equipment. Don't miss the Mexican Rodeo Extravaganza, filled with cultural pageantry, bull and bareback riders, trick roping, mariachi and the Paso de la Muerte or "Death Jump." Visit www.nationalwestern.com.