WinterWonderGrass (Steamboat Springs) | Mar 1

A ski-town music weekend with bluegrass, roots, and jam-band energy. Expect concerts, après vibes, and a whole lot of boots and beanies. If you want a weekend trip that feels like a festival and a mountain getaway at the same time, this is it.

 

Polar Plunge (Multiple locations) | Mar 1, Mar 7, Mar 14, Mar 28

The Polar Plunge is a high-energy fundraiser where people jump into icy water, usually in costumes, often with teams, and always with big crowd hype. Even if you do not plunge, it is fun to watch and film.

Here are the main March plunge dates most people plan around:

  • Mar 1: Denver area plunge (often paired with a 5K)

  • Mar 7: Colorado Springs area plunge (often paired with a 5K)

  • Mar 14: Pueblo area plunge

  • Mar 28: Aurora area plunge (often paired with a 5K)

 

303 Day, Buy Colorado Day (Statewide) | Mar 3 to Mar 10

A Colorado pride week built around 3/03, the 303 area code. It’s the perfect excuse to shop local, try a new coffee spot, hit a makers market, or do a “Colorado favorites” roundup.

 

Monte Vista Crane Festival (Monte Vista) | Mar 6 to Mar 8

A must for nature lovers. This festival celebrates the sandhill crane migration in the San Luis Valley. The real magic is sunrise and sunset viewing when thousands of cranes take off and land. Bring layers and plan for early mornings.

 

Denver Restaurant Week (Denver metro) | Mar 6 to Mar 15

One of the most popular food weeks of the year. Restaurants offer special multi-course menus, which makes it easy to try a new place without guessing what to order. Great for date nights, friend dinners, and “best bites” recaps.

 

Northern Colorado Home + Garden Show (Greeley) | Mar 6 to Mar 8

A spring reset event for anyone dreaming about home projects. Expect vendors, home improvement ideas, landscaping inspiration, and local services. Perfect if you want to start planning updates before warm weather hits.

 

First Friday Art Walk (Denver Art District on Santa Fe) | Mar 6

A classic Denver night out. Galleries and studios stay open late, the streets get lively, and it’s easy to turn it into a full evening with dinner or drinks nearby. Great for a low-cost, high-fun plan.

 

Mile High Beer Festival (Denver, Denargo Market) | Mar 7

A big tasting-style festival that brings a lot of breweries together in one place. It is social, festive, and fun for groups. Plan transportation ahead of time and make a day of it.

 

Leadville Ski Joring (Leadville) | Mar 7 to Mar 8

This is one of the most uniquely Colorado events you can see. A horse and rider pull a skier down a snowy course through town while the skier grabs rings and hits jumps. It is wild, fast, and unbelievably fun to watch.

 

Steamboat “Rocks the Boat” Concert Series (Steamboat) | Mar 7, Mar 14, Mar 21, Mar 28

A recurring concert series that pairs perfectly with spring skiing. Think outdoor music, mountain air, and après energy. Even if you are not skiing, it is a fun reason to plan a Steamboat weekend.

 

Denver St. Patrick’s Day Parade (Denver) | Mar 14 at 9:30 AM

Downtown Denver turns into a party. Expect floats, bands, Irish dance groups, and a big crowd. If you want the full experience, go early, grab coffee, and get a spot before it fills in.

 

Colorado Springs St. Patrick’s Day Parade (Colorado Springs) | Mar 14 at 12:00 PM

A great option if you want St. Patrick’s Day energy without the Denver crowds. It is a solid excuse for a Springs day trip with lunch downtown after the parade.

 

Denver March Powwow (Denver Coliseum) | Mar 20 to Mar 22

A powerful and meaningful cultural event featuring dancing, drumming, regalia, artists, and food vendors. If you have never been, it is absolutely worth experiencing at least once. Plan to spend a few hours and take it all in.

 

Frozen Dead Guy Days (Estes Park) | Mar 27 to Mar 29

Colorado’s iconic quirky festival. Expect costumes, coffin races, live music, and a weekend that leans fully into weird and wonderful. It is one of those events where every photo looks like a story.