Salida Chamber Calendar

Elk Raven Photography is having an Artist Reception at Tres Litros Beer Company, Friday, December 1st, starting at 5pm! They will be showcasing their newest photos from the Grand Tetons and Yellowstone National Park. Come and take a look at their wonderful photography while enjoying a refreshing beverage.

Come out and celebrate the holidays at Pinon Real Estate Group 201 F Street.

The Salida Creative District galleries and creative businesses invite you to the December 1st Friday: ART & CHOCOLATE! Galleries and creative businesses kick off the holiday season and stay open later. Visit with the artists, see how each interprets the theme, and find that one of a kind piece for a loved one. See galleries for individual schedules.  

GARNA Hosts the Colorado Environmental Film Festival on December 1 The Greater Arkansas River Nature Association (GARNA) is bringing selections from the Colorado Environmental Film Festival to Salida on December 1 at A Church for an evening of films to challenge and inspire us to take care of our environment. Film selections include “Farm to Faucet,” a look at the value of water in Colorado and our society’s willingness to adapt; “The Sea Turtle Arribada” how a group of dedicated people in Oaxaca, Mexico are protecting an endangered species; and “Yellowstone 88: Song of Fire,” an animated short about the fires in Yellowstone in 1988. Prior to the films, GARNA will be hosting a social hour with free pizza and beer for members and friends to meet new GARNA Executive Director, Jason Marsden, and learn about upcoming programs. Event Details Social Hour 5:30-6:30pm Films 6:30-8:30pm Location: A Church, 419 D Street, Salida Tickets are $15 for GARNA Members, $20 for Non-Members, $5 for ages 6-18 and free for 5 and under. Tickets are available at https://garna.org/calendar/colorado-environmental-film-festival/

Join us December 1st, from 6:00-7:30 pm, for an Avalanche Awareness Community Safety Talk! If you like to recreate in the winter backcountry, this FREE event is for you! Skiers, splitboarders, hikers, cross country skiers, snowshoers, and snowmobilers join us at Salida Mountain Sports for a FREE, informative Avalanche Awareness Know Before You Go presentation presented by Buena Vista Mountain Adventures (BVMA). In 1-hour, you will see the destructive power of avalanches, understand when and why they happen, and how you can have fun in the mountains and avoid avalanches. There will be 30 mins for questions at the end. This conversation is a great place to start your avalanche education.

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Join us Friday, December 8th, from 5-7pm, for Business After Hours! This event will be hosted at Brady's West Greenhouse and Nursery. Admission for Business After Hours is $10 at the door and will include 2 drink tickets and appetizers.

Winter Farmer's Markets @ Scout HutSaturdays, Dec. 9 - 2310:00 am - 1:00 pmOpen to the public Farmer’s Markets feature the freshest local foods available, including treats like fresh fruits and veggies, pastries and breads, meats, eggs, cheeses, prepared foods served on site and lots more. Local artists, crafters and jewelers also offer amazing art and useful creations.

Holiday Art Pop-up ShopSaturday, December 9    11:00 am - 6:00 pmSunday, December 10     10:00 am - 3:00 pmOpen to the Public The annual Holiday Art Pop-up Shop returns to the SteamPlant Ballroom. Shoppers can peruse a variety of artist offerings from jewelry and sculpture to wall art and cards, just in time for the holidays! All items will be priced to sell, with nothing exceeding $200.00 (excluding tax).

Come on out to Vino Salida for some great live music and chill vibes!

Come out and enjoy free live music by Hip Hop is Dead at Tres Litros Beer Company!

CONCERT: NoteablesSunday, Dec. 103:00 pmSuggested donation of $10.00 Under the direction of Linda Taylor, The Noteables present their Christmas concert series, The Winter Gift, and will perform a wide variety of seasonal music, including unusual arrangements of familiar Christmas carols, winter ballads, humorous selections and songs of peace, friendship and love.

CONCERT: NoteablesSunday, Dec. 103:00 pmSuggested donation of $10.00 Under the direction of Linda Taylor, The Noteables present their Christmas concert series, The Winter Gift, and will perform a wide variety of seasonal music, including unusual arrangements of familiar Christmas carols, winter ballads, humorous selections and songs of peace, friendship and love.

Hey you! Yeah, you! Calling all Winter Park backcountry lovers, be it skiing, splitboarding, cross-country skiing, or snowshoeing! Join us on Tuesday, 12/12/2023, from 6:00-7:30 pm for our FIRST EVER The Trailhead gear store Winter Park Trailhead Tuesday. Enjoy an insightful evening exploring the know-before-you-go avalanche awareness curriculum with our friends Buena Vista Mountain Adventures. Know Before You Go is the first step in your journey through avalanche education. This program introduces avalanche safety with simple steps to stay safe and have fun in the winter backcountry. Before you go into the mountains this winter—KNOW BEFORE YOU GO ❄️ 🏔️ GET THE FORECAST 🏔️ GET THE GEAR 🏔️ GET THE TRAINING 🏔️ GET THE PICTURE

Creative Mixer & Artist ReceptionThursday, Dec. 145:00 - 6:30 pmOpen to the public The Salida Council for the Arts co-hosts with Salida Arts & Culture another Creative Mixer. Any artists or creatives working in all genres are encouraged to attend and meet like-minded people. This month’s mixer will feature Joan Lobeck for entertainment during the event. This December exhibition features works by local artist Emily Moody.

Santa Paws is coming to Gone to the Dogs in BV, December 15th, from 3-5pm, then Gone to the Dogs in Salida, December 16th, from 1-3pm.  Get a free photo with Santa Paws and everything in the store will be 10% off! There will be a hot-cocoa bar a giveaways including food, treats, and toys!

Come on out to Vino Salida for some great live music and chill vibes!

FILM: BarbieFriday, Dec. 156:30 pmTickets: $9.00 From Oscar-nominated writer and director Greta Gerwig (“Little Women,” “Lady Bird”) comes “Barbie,” starring Oscar-nominees Margot Robbie (“Bombshell,” “I, Tonya”) and Ryan Gosling (“La La Land,” “Half Nelson”) as Barbie and Ken. To live in Barbie Land is to be a perfect being in a perfect place. Unless you have a full-on existential crisis. Or you’re a Ken. Film is Rated PG-13.

Winter Farmer's Markets @ Scout HutSaturdays, Dec. 9 - 2310:00 am - 1:00 pmOpen to the public Farmer’s Markets feature the freshest local foods available, including treats like fresh fruits and veggies, pastries and breads, meats, eggs, cheeses, prepared foods served on site and lots more. Local artists, crafters and jewelers also offer amazing art and useful creations.

Santa Paws is coming to Gone to the Dogs in BV, December 15th, from 3-5pm, then Gone to the Dogs in Salida, December 16th, from 1-3pm.  Get a free photo with Santa Paws and everything in the store will be 10% off! There will be a hot-cocoa bar a giveaways including food, treats, and toys!

Come on out to Vino Salida for some great live music and chill vibes!

Come out and enjoy free live music by Harry Mo & the Colorado Reggae Unit at Tres Litros Beer Company!

Craft your own cork ornaments as you sip a glass of vino at Vino Salida! $35 ($30 wine club).  No reservations required!

The Candy Cane Cordial is our annual fundraiser for the Ryan Hansen Memorial Scholarship Fund. This fund allows people of all ages and backgrounds access to the performing arts within Chaffee County. The Ryan Hansen Memorial Scholarship Fund has already assisted over 50 individuals and families with scholarships since its creation, and we hope to grow that number every year! This is our 5th Annual Candy Cane Cordial and it promises to be better than ever! With a silent auction and live entertainment in the SteamPlants Ballroom as well as some very popular entertainment upon the SteamPlant Stage! You won't want to miss it! Sunday December 17th - 4:30-8:30pm - $15 Door Fee - Children 10 and under free    

FUNDRAISER: Candy Cane CordialSunday, Dec. 174:30 - 8:30 pmTickets: $15.00 at the door; children 10 & under free Behold the enchanting tale of the Candy Cane Cordial, now entering its 5th mystical year! It's a night of music, entertainment and silent auction to raise funds for the Ryan Hansen Memorial Scholarship fund.

Come out for Fly Tying Night at Tres Litros Beer Company with the Next Eddy!

Join us for What’s Up Salida?!, a free networking event, which is open to the public! This event will take place Thursday, December 21st, from 8:30-9:30am, at the Community Center. Hear what is happening from: Downtown & Uptown businesses Elected Officials Chaffee County and the City of Salida The Heart of the Rockies Chamber, Salida – Chaffee County Q & A time and discussion opportunities. Coffee will be provided. Please bring your reusable mug!

Come out for trivia night! This Holidaze Quiz Night will have prizes for the winning trivia team and best costumes, with "Dress Like a Gaper" as the theme.

Come on out to Vino Salida for some great live music and chill vibes!

Come out and enjoy free live music by FretNought at Tres Litros Beer Company!

Winter Farmer's Markets @ Scout HutSaturdays, Dec. 9 - 2310:00 am - 1:00 pmOpen to the public Farmer’s Markets feature the freshest local foods available, including treats like fresh fruits and veggies, pastries and breads, meats, eggs, cheeses, prepared foods served on site and lots more. Local artists, crafters and jewelers also offer amazing art and useful creations.

Come on out to Vino Salida for some great live music and chill vibes!

Tres Litros Beer Company is hosting their first Silent Disco on 12/23 starting at 7pm!  This will be co-hosted by Full House Entertainment. Dress in all white and come dance all night!

Come out to Vino Salida on Christmas Eve for Santa's Cookie & Wine Special.

The Salida Community Center is hosting their annual Christmas Dinner on Christmas day from 11-1pm. What better way to celebrate the holiday than to gather in community and enjoy a delicious, home-cooked meal? Meal pick-up and delivery are also available. Contact the Community Center at 719-539-3351 for more information.

Join Angie and Chief for this awesome Salida tradition! Gather at the High Side to celebrate community and friendship!

Come out for Queer Happy Hour  at Tres Litros Beer Company on 12/26 starting at 6pm.

Come on out to Vino Salida for some great live music and chill vibes!

Come on out to Vino Salida for some great live music and chill vibes!

Come out and enjoy free live music by That 90s Band at Tres Litros Beer Company!

Come celebrate New Years Eve with live music by Roundhouse Assembly at Tres Litros Beer Company!