Grand Olde West Days. The Grand Olde West Days are set for May 26-28 in Craig. The annual festival includes a carnival, vendors, a dance, car show, parade through downtown, a draft-horse show and jackpot feed competition. or 970-824-5689
Rapids and Rhythms. The Rapids and Rhythms River Fest, May 19 in Pagosa Springs, will feature a river rodeo, boat parade, river boarder cross and a boat race. The festival is geared for whitewater enthusiasts and spectators alike. or 800-252-2204
PaddleFest. PaddleFest 2012, scheduled for May 25-27 in Buena Vista, kicks off the paddling season. The event offers boating, instruction and river education. There will also be live music, gear swaps, and food.
MountainFilm. MountainFilm in Telluride is scheduled for May 25-28. One of America’s longest-running film festivals, MountainFilm includes not only film screenings but also a full-day symposium on a critical contemporary issue, art and photography exhibits, early-morning coffee talks, a book signing party, an ice cream social, student programs and a closing picnic/awards ceremony. or 970-728-4123
Compiled by Anya Semenoff
