Hello, Estes Park! If you are looking to get out of the house this weekend and experience some culture, you’re in luck. From tarot readings and live music to fall festivals, art shows, and even a skate competition, there’s no shortage of ways to spend the weekend. Whether you’re looking to shop local, catch a movie, or unwind with live tunes, here are our top picks for arts and entertainment around town.
Tarot Readings by My Tarot Mom
Looking for insight or inspiration? Every Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Marcia of My Tarot Mom (447 Skyline Ave.) offers special tarot reading sessions in 15, 30, 45, or 60-minute increments. Prices range from $25 to $85, making it easy to choose the time that fits you best. Call or text 970-690-6488 to reserve your spot for an enlightening reading in a welcoming setting.
Nick Wagner & The Rabble Rousers—Live at The Slab
Spend your Friday afternoon with live music at The Slab Outdoor Pub, 116 E. Elkhorn Ave., where Nick Wagner & The Rabble Rousers take the stage on Oct. 17 from 1 to 5 p.m. Their lively sound in a relaxed outdoor setting is the perfect backdrop for a fall day in downtown Estes Park.
Playing Now at the Historic Park Theatre
“TRON: Ares” holds over this weekend at the Historic Park Theatre, giving moviegoers another chance to catch the newest installment in the sci-fi series. All weekend, the theatre hosts psychic readings with medium Rebekah Blackburn, an atmospheric experience inside the historic venue. Readings are first-come, first-served, starting at $38 (plus a $7 booking fee), or you can book online to reserve a spot. Ghost and History Tours are scheduled on Friday and Saturday. Classic horror fans can enjoy free screenings of “Frankenstein” (1931) at 10 a.m. and noon on Saturday, Oct. 18. Rounding out the weekend, Studio Ghibli’s “Spirited Away” will screen Sunday, Oct. 19.
Sarah Minto-Sparks at The Rock Inn
Enjoy an evening of country and folk tunes with singer-songwriter and guitarist Sarah Minto-Sparks at The Rock Inn Mountain Tavern, 1675 Highway 66. She’ll perform Friday, Oct. 17, from 5 to 8 p.m., bringing heartfelt vocals and guitar picking to this cozy mountain venue.
Torae Today at the American Legion
Head to the American Legion Post 119. 850 N. St. Vrain, on Friday, Oct. 17, for live music from Torae Today, performing from 6 to 8 p.m. The Tavern’s bar and restaurant will be open, making it a great spot for dinner and a show. Plus, the Queen of Hearts progressive raffle kicks off at 6 p.m., with the jackpot drawing at 7 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.
Karaoke at Lonigans
Warm up your vocal cords and grab the mic at Lonigans, 106 W. Elkhorn Ave., where Karaoke Night is back Friday, Oct. 17, and Saturday, Oct. 18, from 9 p.m. to midnight. It’s free to join and always a crowd favorite, making it the perfect late-night outing with friends and family. Can’t make it this weekend? Don’t worry—Karaoke happens every Friday and Saturday night.
RMNP Trash Pickup at Moraine Park
Help keep Rocky Mountain National Park beautiful by joining a community trash cleanup in Moraine Park this weekend, Oct. 18 and 19. Volunteers will meet at 8:30 a.m. at YMCA of the Rockies Boone Family Center, 2515 Tunnel Rd., before heading out on guided hikes to collect litter along scenic trails. Trash bags are provided; just bring your own water, snacks, sun protection, and sturdy footwear. Free and open to all, this is an easy, rewarding way to give back to the park this fall.
Fall Arts & Crafts Show
Get a jump on holiday shopping at the Fall Arts & Crafts Show hosted by Sister Crafts on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at American Legion Post 119, 850 N. St. Vrain. Browse handmade goods while enjoying food and drinks from the Tavern, with happy hour specials on starters all day and football specials until 3 p.m. Family-friendly, free to attend, and open to the public with plenty of public parking.
Fall Skate Fest
The Second Annual Fall Skate Fest rolls into Lawson Skatepark, 380 Community Dr., on Saturday, Oct. 18, from noon to 2:30 p.m. Skaters can show off their skills in competitions and vie for cash prizes, custom trophies, and giveaways. The event also features live funk and jam music from Denver’s Crisco Disco right on the quarterpipe, plus eats from Mangia Mangia Pizzeria. Free and open to the public, this high-energy festival is bigger and better than last year’s debut.
Estes Arts District Pop-Up Fundraiser
Support the local arts community and score great deals at the Estes Arts District Pop-Up Fundraiser. Stop by the green building down the alley at 143 E. Elkhorn Ave. from 12 to 4 p.m. on the 18th, 19th, and 25th for a 50% off indoor “sidewalk sale.” Items include holiday gifts, home décor, curios, and even some furniture, generously donated from the former Wonderful Things gift shop. All proceeds benefit Estes Park’s arts community.
Greg Miles at The Rock Inn
Catch Estes Park’s own Greg Miles at The Rock Inn Mountain Tavern, 1675 Highway 66, on Sunday, Oct. 19, from 5 to 8 p.m. Known as both a visual artist and singer-songwriter, Miles blends wit, irreverence, and a wide-ranging repertoire. His sets are equal parts tongue-in-cheek humor and heartfelt musicianship, making for an unpredictable and always entertaining evening. Free to attend.
Sunday Dinner Live Music at Lonigans
Wrap up the weekend with good food, craft cocktails, and live tunes at Lonigans,106 W. Elkhorn Ave. Every Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m., the pub hosts free live music with a side of storytelling in a family-friendly setting. A perfect way to end the week on a relaxed note.
“Reflections of the West” at the Art Center of Estes Park
The Art Center of Estes Park member show, “Reflections of the West,” features watercolor works by Connie Schmidt and pastel and oil pieces by Pat Sebern. The free exhibit runs daily through Nov. 10, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at 517 Big Thompson Ave.