A&E roundup for May 30-June 8
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Note: for a complete list of calendar events from around Garfield County and the Roaring Fork Valley, go to http://www.postindependent.com/entertainment/community-calendar/.
Youth Arts Showcase
What: Carbondale Arts presents the Youth Arts Showcase at the Carbondale Arts Gallery. This exhibition features works produced from two local programs: The Carbondale Arts Creative Apprentice Program employs teens to work with local creative professionals to develop works of community value while gaining exposure to and experience in contemporary creative professions. The Stepping Stones Artist Residency Program offers culturally-responsive, bilingual arts programming for youth. This exhibition will be on display through June 26 with an opening reception on June’s First Friday 5-7 p.m.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through June 26.
Where: Carbondale Arts Gallery at 76 South Fourth St., Carbondale
How much: Free
Ladies’ Bike Kick Off Night
What: Join Cripple Creek, Aspen Expeditions and Tit’s Deep for Breast Cancer for a fun evening at Cripple Creek Bike & Backcountry in Carbondale. Meet ladies in the Valley who bike (road, gravel, mtb; all are welcome and at all levels), shop discounts on bike accessories and apparel, have some snacks and beverages, learn about trails and routes and bike groups in the Valley, and get inspired together watching some women’s bike films. Bring your own camping chair.
When: 5:30 p.m. Friday, May 30
Where: 571 CR 133, Carbondale
How much: Free, but registration is required, register at eventbrite.com/e/ladies-bike-kick-off-night-tickets-1351081584389.
Kids Night Out: School’s Out for the Summer!
What: Bring your K-fifth grade child to the Glenwood Springs Community Center for a night of fun supervised activities including a game room, rock climbing, crafts, inflatable obstacle course and more. Dinner and a sweet treat will be provided.
When: 4:30-9 p.m. Friday, May 30
Where: Glenwood Springs Community Center, 100 Wulfsohn Road, Glenwood Springs
How much: $40, $32 for members. Registration is required. Register at bit.ly/JuniorRecClub.
Hotel Colorado Wedding Showcase
What: Wedding planners and dreamers, head to the Hotel Colorado for the first annual Wedding Showcase for inspiration and to connect with the best wedding vendors in the region. The event includes décor from designers and florists, live entertainment, bites from the Hotel Colorado’s catering and champagne cart, swag bags for the first 25 couples and exclusive giveaways, including a $5,000 credit for a wedding package. Best of all, attendees will get to experience a live wedding ceremony showcase.
When: 1-4 p.m. Saturday, May 31
Where: Hotel Colorado Courtyard and Devereux Ballroom, 526 Pine St., Glenwood Springs
How much: Free to attend. RSVP on Facebook at facebook.com/events/689672450693193/.
Carbondale Public Art Commission Art Around Town
What: Meet the artists and embark on a guided walking tour of 15 new sculptures along Carbondale’s Main Street and the Rio Grande Trail. After the tour, stop by Marble Distillery around 7 p.m. for an artists reception.
When: 5:30-9 p.m. Thursday, June 5
Where: Carbondale Town Hall, 511 Colorado Ave., Carbondale
How much: Free
PAIRINGS Beverage Reception Event
What: Head to the Carbondale Clay Center’s outdoor tasting room and purchase a handmade ceramic cup before enjoying a complimentary drink from a local vendor. Cups are on display now in the CCC Gallery through June 28 and can be taken home after June 6.
When: 6 p.m. Friday, June 6
Where: Carbondale Clay Center, 135 Main St., Carbondale
How much: Free
Carbondale Pride Parade
What: Celebrate pride by participating in Carbondale’s annual Pride Parade during June’s First Friday. The parade line-up starts at 5:45 p.m. near the Carbondale Clay Center and will travel down Main Street to Weant Avenue.
When: 6:15-6:30 p.m. Friday, June 6
Where: Carbondale Creative District, Main Street, Carbondale
How much: Free. Participants are encouraged to sign up at carbondalearts.com/first-friday by Monday, June 2.
Glenwood Springs Pride 2025
What: Celebrate pride in the Roaring Fork Valley at the Glenwood Springs Fourth Annual Pride, funded by Cook Inclusive Company. There will be disabled and queer vendors, food, drinks, live music and drag performers and nonprofit resource partners.
When: 12-10 p.m. Saturday, June 7
Where: Two Rivers Park, 740 Devereux Road, Glenwood Springs
How much: Free
Reggae Party with The Know Bodies Band
What: Head to Silt’s Brew Zone for a night of high-energy, ska, punk, soul, Afrobeat grooves performed by Glenwood Springs-based band The Know Bodies Band. Local DJ Selecta 007 will spin tunes before and after the live set, keeping the energy high throughout the evening.
When: 5:30 p.m. Saturday, June 7
Where: Brew Zone, 504 Front St., Silt
How much: Free
Marc Douglas Berardo at Steve’s Guitars
What: Singer-songwriter Marc Douglas Berado brings his original compositions to Steve’s Guitars on Sunday, June 8. Berado is an accomplished performer whose music reflects deep emotions and valuable lessons taken from real life, creating an “almost spiritual” experience. He was a winner of the Wildflower Art and Music Festival Song Contest and has performed for multiple songwriter festivals, including the 2025 Tucson Folk Festival and 2024 Red Lodge Songwriter Festival.
When: 8-9:30 p.m. Sunday, June 8
Where: Steve’s Guitars, 19 N. Fourth St., Carbondale
How much: $20. Purchase tickets at app.showslinger.com/v/Marc_Douglas_Berardo.
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