Denver, CO, August 26, 2026 —

This weekend, from August 28th to August 30th, 2026, Colorado will host a variety of events across the state. Denver7 has identified seven key happenings for residents and visitors to consider.

Among the listed events is the Colorado Dragon Boat Festival, scheduled to take place at Sloan’s Lake Park. This cultural festival typically features dragon boat races, traditional performances, and food vendors.

For those interested in a unique fundraising event, the Special Olympics Colorado Plane Pull is set for Denver International Airport. Participants in this event often compete to pull a commercial airplane, with proceeds supporting Special Olympics athletes.

In Fort Collins, the Fort Collins Rotary Duck Race is a popular community event. This race involves thousands of rubber ducks being released into a body of water, with prizes awarded to the owners of the first ducks to cross the finish line.

The Colorado State Fair in Pueblo is another significant event on the calendar. This annual fair usually includes agricultural exhibits, carnival rides, live entertainment, and local food offerings.

The city of Aurora will be hosting the Aurora Pride Festival, celebrating the LGBTQ+ community with various activities and entertainment.

Food and beverage enthusiasts can look forward to the Denver Food + Wine Festival, an event that typically showcases culinary talent and a wide selection of wines from the region and beyond.

Rounding out the list is New Belgium Brewing’s Tour de Fat, also held in Fort Collins. This festival is known for its cycling parade, live music, and craft beer, often with a focus on environmental sustainability.



Story summarized from the original created by The Denver7 Team on www.denver7.com, see more information here.

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