About 100 straight south of Salida, CO, stands the shell of what was once a mission church at Las Mesitas, Colorado....
Events
Moose on the Loose in Downtown Salida
This juvenile moose created quite a stir last week when he pranced into downtown Salida, briefly chased some fool who tried to approach him, and then slipped into the Arkansas River for a quick dip before moseying out of town into the Arkansas hills.
Fawns on Lawns
The summer's second crop of babies are running around the streets of Salida!
Benson’s Beer Garden, on F Street, Salida, CO
Check it out, Benson's Beer Garden has food specials again! And occasional live music on that amazing outdoor stage....
Live music listening room in Poncha Springs, @vinosalidawinebar
What an amazing place to experience a singer/songwriter! Thanks, Vino Salida, for creating such an intimate and...
Poet Mark Irwin to read at Salida’s Museum of Authenticity…
Poetry event in Salida! Anytime something comes to town that’s not bluegrass or Grateful Dead (no disrespect to either, of course), get out there and show your support! Keep Salida interesting!
Salida Firefighters in Action!
The Salida Fire Department responded to two emergencies Friday, May 10th: a swift water rescue on the Arkansas River, and a traffic accident on U.S. 50. They handled both simultaneously. In this picture, they are training future firefighters for swift water rescues amid the rushing spring run-off in downtown Salida.
Monarch’s Ski Season just got EXTENDED!
Thanks to all the recent storms, Monarch’s new closing day is not until April 14th!!! Don’t miss the annual chili cook-off in the parking lot. It’s a great time to carouse around with the locals between runs and get yourself a delicious, free meal! And don’t forget to join or watch the rowdy race down Gun Barrel.
Powder Alert: Monarch is getting hammered this weekend!
Powder days all Presidents Day weekend long at Monarch Mountain, starting today and it’s slated to keep getting pounded through Monday at least. Get your fattest skis on and get out there, shredders!
Monarch is Opening this Wednesday, 12/6!
Opening day will be Wednesday, December 6, 2023!
Day of the Dead, Salida-Style
Salida’s Dia de Los Muertos procession ended at the F street bridge where folks were invited to throw ashes and flower petals into the river in memory of their loved ones.
Happy Halloween, from Salida!
If you’re on F Street tonight, make sure to watch for that Thriller-dancing flash mob! And if you’re not on F Street, why the heck not?!
Fall colors in Salida and thereabouts…
Aspens up high are just starting to turn and should peak this weekend-ish. In the meantime, enjoy the gorgeous yellow blossoming of the chamisa, also known as gray rabbitbrush. Just love how it makes this graffiti along the South Ark pop!
Labor Day Weekend in Riverside Park this Sunday
Salida’s Hometown Picnic in the Park returns to Riverside Park Sunday from 1 p.m. – 8 p.m. and will feature free, live music including the CMC Jazz Band at 2:00 p.m., the San Luis Valley Big Band at 4:00 p.m. and 6 Volt Rodeo at 6:00 p.m. at the Riverside Park Bandshell.
Live Theater is BACK in Salida, thanks to Sventastik Productions!
Into the Woods was an ambitious choice for a premier, and Salida’s new theater troupe, Sventastik, nailed it! Next up they’ll bring The Little Mermaid to the Steamplant stage. Can’t wait to see all the magic this impressive group throws down. So fun to see so many locals cast in unpredictable roles!
Greetings from the King of Upper Como, Colorado, one of the state’s favorite railroad ghost towns
If you’re in the area Aug. 19th, check out Como’s Railroad Day festival! They’ll have the roundhouse fired up and will offer little pumpcart rides on the rails. See you there!
Music by the River, Anyone?
Just 7 miles upstream from Salida, The Drift in serves delicious cocktails, tacos, nachos, jokes at the bar, music on the stage…they’ve really got it all! Ride your bike out or float in. However you get here, you’re gonna have a blast and no doubt run into some of your local pals.
Christmas in Salida, Colorado
Black Friday is Multicolored Friday in S-Town. To kick off Christmas in Salida, Colorado – the annual Parade of Lights strolled through Salida’s downtown..
Thriller Halloween in Salida, Colorado
The Thriller Halloween in Salida, Colorado must be experienced. Salida’s F-Street Group performs the Thriller dance several times each Halloween.
Live Music in Salida at Riverside Park
Big Sam's Funk Nation Lights Up Riverside Park Big thanks to Nola band Big Sam's Funk Nation for lighting up Salida's...
Salida’s Music in the Park
Salida’s Music in the Park. Every summer, the last day of school is celebrated with a line up of local youth bands performing to an ecstatically bouncing crowd of their peers.