Presidents' Day Office Closure

Colorado Parks and Wildlife offices, including park visitor centers, will be closed for the state holiday, Monday, Feb. 16.

Wedding ceremony including bride, groom, bridesmaids and groomsmen on the deck at Ridgway State Park. Pine trees, a lake and snowy mountains are in the distance.

Plan a Romantic and/or Scenic Event

Say “I do,” raise a toast, or reunite with loved ones surrounded by Colorado’s most breathtaking landscapes. From mountain backdrops to lakeside views, Colorado State Parks offer unforgettable settings for weddings, reunions, company picnics, and celebrations of all kinds. Your perfect event starts in the great outdoors.

Wedding ceremony including bride, groom, bridesmaids and groomsmen on the deck at Ridgway State Park

Wedding ceremony including bride, groom, bridesmaids and groomsmen on the deck at Ridgway State Park. Pine trees, a lake and snowy mountains are in the distance.

Wedding ceremony including bride, groom, bridesmaids and groomsmen on the deck at Ridgway State Park

Plan a Romantic and/or Scenic Event

Say “I do,” raise a toast, or reunite with loved ones surrounded by Colorado’s most breathtaking landscapes. From mountain backdrops to lakeside views, Colorado State Parks offer unforgettable settings for weddings, reunions, company picnics, and celebrations of all kinds. Your perfect event starts in the great outdoors.

CPW Events

Colorado Parks and Wildlife regularly offers events, classes, and festivals for all our outdoor recreation enthusiasts. See our current events below.

Are you looking for a Hunter Education Course, Boating Safety Course, Clinic, or Seminar​?​​

Filterable Event List

Lynx, Lisa Hupp/USFWS

Mar

6

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Animal Antifreeze Experiment

Mar 6, 2026 · 2:00pm

Mueller State Park

Kids discover how animals survive the cold winter temperatures.

Lynx, Lisa Hupp/USFWS

Mar

6

Animal Antifreeze Experiment

Mar 6, 2026 · 2:00pm

Mueller State Park

Kids discover how animals survive the cold winter temperatures.

Mar

7

Registration Required:

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Guided Nature Hike at Mueller State Park

Mar 7, 2026 · 9:00am

Mueller State Park

Experience the beauty and peacefulness of the park in winter on this 2.5 mile loop.

Mar

7

Guided Nature Hike at Mueller State Park

Mar 7, 2026 · 9:00am

Mueller State Park

Experience the beauty and peacefulness of the park in winter on this 2.5 mile loop.

Ice Fishing

Mar

8

Registration Required:

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Ice Fishing 101

Mar 8, 2026 · 10:00am

Staunton State Park

Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to...

Ice Fishing

Mar

8

Ice Fishing 101

Mar 8, 2026 · 10:00am

Staunton State Park

Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to...

Firearms Public Meeting logo.

Mar

11

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Southeast Firearms Public Meeting

Mar 11, 2026 · 8:00am

Signed into law on April 10, 2025, SB25-003 requires individuals to complete a firearms safety course before purchasing or...

Policy and Planning
Firearms Public Meeting logo.

Mar

11

Southeast Firearms Public Meeting

Mar 11, 2026 · 8:00am

Signed into law on April 10, 2025, SB25-003 requires individuals to complete a firearms safety course before purchasing or...

Policy and Planning

Mar

11

Upper Yampa River HPP Meeting: March 11, 2026

Mar 11, 2026 · 5:30pm

The purpose of the Habitat Partnership Program (HPP) is to reduce wildlife conflicts, particularly those associated with forage...

Commission and Committee Meeting
The Visitor Center parking lot and gazebo at Mueller State Park at night. Everything is covered in a dull red light and sky glow can be seen on the left coming from Colorado Springs.

Mar

13

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Jr. Rangers-Night Sky Defenders

Mar 13, 2026 · 7:30pm

Mueller State Park

Learn how to protect the night sky and become a Night Sky Defender.

The Visitor Center parking lot and gazebo at Mueller State Park at night. Everything is covered in a dull red light and sky glow can be seen on the left coming from Colorado Springs.

Mar

13

Jr. Rangers-Night Sky Defenders

Mar 13, 2026 · 7:30pm

Mueller State Park

Learn how to protect the night sky and become a Night Sky Defender.

Two Boys Ice Fishing during the Eleven Mile Winter Festival

Mar

14

Registration Required:

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Ice Fishing 101

Mar 14, 2026 · 9:00am

Staunton State Park

Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to...

Two Boys Ice Fishing during the Eleven Mile Winter Festival

Mar

14

Ice Fishing 101

Mar 14, 2026 · 9:00am

Staunton State Park

Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to...

Ice fishing - angler with trout

Mar

15

Registration Required:

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Ice Fishing 101

Mar 15, 2026 · 9:00am

Staunton State Park

Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to...

Ice fishing - angler with trout

Mar

15

Ice Fishing 101

Mar 15, 2026 · 9:00am

Staunton State Park

Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to...

CWC Meeting Logo

Mar

18

Colorado Wildlife Council Planning Retreat: March 18th-19th 2026

Mar 18, 2026 · 10:00am

The Colorado Wildlife Council was created in state law by the Colorado legislature in 1998. The council’s mission is to educate...

Policy and Planning