Wedding ceremony on a deck at Ridgway State Park with bride, groom, and wedding party; pine trees, a lake, and snowy mountains in the background

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 on a deck at Ridgway State Park with bride, groom, and wedding party; pine trees, a lake, and snowy mountains in the background

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

Ice Fishing

Mar

1

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Ice Fishing 101

Mar 1, 2026 · 9:00am

Golden Gate Canyon 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

1

Ice Fishing 101

Mar 1, 2026 · 9:00am

Golden Gate Canyon 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...

Commissioner Office Hours Logo

Mar

3

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Commissioner Office Hours - John Emerick

Mar 3, 2026 · 1:00pm

Are you looking for an opportunity to meet with a CPW commissioner to discuss CPW topics in greater detail? If so, Commissioner...

Commissioner Office Hours Logo

Mar

3

Commissioner Office Hours - John Emerick

Mar 3, 2026 · 1:00pm

Are you looking for an opportunity to meet with a CPW commissioner to discuss CPW topics in greater detail? If so, Commissioner...

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Mar

4

Parks and Wildlife Commission Meeting: March 4-5, 2026

Mar 4, 2026 · 8:30am

The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission is a citizen board, appointed by the Governor, which sets regulations and policies...

Commission and Committee Meeting
House Finch, Wayne D Lewis, CPW.

Mar

4

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Birding Hike - Weekday

Mar 4, 2026 · 9:00am

Barr Lake State Park

Join volunteer naturalists Candice and Tim for a birding hike in the park. This walk is to introduce park visitors and all...

House Finch, Wayne D Lewis, CPW.

Mar

4

Birding Hike - Weekday

Mar 4, 2026 · 9:00am

Barr Lake State Park

Join volunteer naturalists Candice and Tim for a birding hike in the park. This walk is to introduce park visitors and all...

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.

A small group of people in winter clothing hike along a snowy trail through a mountainous landscape, with dry grasses and snow-covered hills under a clear sky

Mar

7

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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.

A small group of people in winter clothing hike along a snowy trail through a mountainous landscape, with dry grasses and snow-covered hills under a clear sky

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...

CPW Logo with name of meeting type underneath

Mar

10

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Commissioner Office Hours - Jay Tutchton

Mar 10, 2026 · 12:00pm

Are you looking for an opportunity to meet with a CPW commissioner to discuss CPW topics in greater detail? If so, Commissioner...

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission
CPW Logo with name of meeting type underneath

Mar

10

Commissioner Office Hours - Jay Tutchton

Mar 10, 2026 · 12:00pm

Are you looking for an opportunity to meet with a CPW commissioner to discuss CPW topics in greater detail? If so, Commissioner...

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission
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