Rainbow Weekend
Steamboat Springs' Rainbow Weekend is a festival you have to see to believe. It's full of bright colors and art, making it one of the town's most enjoyed summer events.
Organization: Steamboat Springs Rainbow Weekend
Dates: 07/07/2012 - 07/08/2012 update info
Time: 1:00:00 PM - 1:00:00 PM
Event Cost: varies
Venue: Bald Eagle Lake in Steamboat Springs,CO
Contact: Steamboat Springs Chamber
Phone: (970) 879-0880
Email:
Website: www.steamboat-chamber.com
Event Details:
Steamboat Springs' Rainbow Weekend is a festival you have to see to believe. It's full of bright colors and art, making it one of the town's most enjoyed summer events.
Launch Field: For the ultimate experience, you are invited to join us on the launch
field to watch the pilots prepare for take off! This is a great photography opportunity.
Location: Approximately 9/10 of a mile south of Walton Creek Road on Highway 40
The physical address is: 35565 South Highway 40 and the property is better known
as the Bald Eagle Lake. There is NO PUBLIC PARKING at the
event. *FREE TRANSPORTATION IS PROVIDED FROM THE MEADOWS
PARKING LOT, ON PINE GROVE ROAD. Parking will also be free in The Meadows Parking lot.
*NO DOGS ARE ALLOWED AT EVENT SITE DUE TO BALLOON HAZARDS. THANK YOU!
Due to the event's convenient location on the edge of town, we encourage spectators to walk, ride their bikes or take the shuttle from the hotel or lodge.
- Bald Eagle Lake to view the launch
- Free to the public
- More than 40 balloons ride the sky
Overview: Rainbow Weekend in Steamboat Springs features many events perfect for the whole family. In particular, the Balloon Rodeo and Art In The Park are the favorite highlights that draw the most crowds. The Balloon Rodeo is an amazing event that takes place early in the morning and boasts more than 40 hot air balloons. The balloons take off in the morning and float over the valley. When you see all the colorful dots against the sky and mountains, you'll understand why the event is so popular with photographers. Each year they produce many photos that are then duplicated and available around town. The rodeo part of the event involves each balloonist piloting against difficult obstacles.
When: A two day event in mid July
Where: Bald Eagle Lake to view the launch
Fees: Free to the public
Details: Every year admission and parking are free on Saturday and Sunday morning. Vendors selling souvenirs, coffee, and breakfast food can be found on the launch field. Anyone can take pictures and watch the pilots as they take off.