Golden's Winter Events: Vikings, Golden Retrievers, Cowboy Poets, Environmental Films and More...

Mark your calendar for first quarter fun in Golden in 2026. No matter what brings you to Golden, you’re sure to find a friendly, small town atmosphere celebrating the season. Here’s an overview of winter/spring 2026 major festivals and fun and you can find a full listing of all Golden events at visitgolden.com/events.

Colorado Cowboy Gathering, January 30 & 31 - Celebrate cowboy heritage, traditions and entertainment that grew out of the traditions of cattle drives in the American West. This uniquely Colorado gathering is held at the Buffalo Rose Event Center, 1115 Washington Ave in downtown Golden. For tickets and line-up, visit ColoradoCowboyGathering.org.

UllrGrass Music & Beer Festival, January 30 - February 1 -  Named one of Colorado’s top ten outdoor festivals by Westword, UllrGrass Music & Beer Festival features a diverse lineup of bluegrass, newgrass, funk and jamband artists. Festival-goers dress in Viking regalia and celebrate community, live music, performing arts and craft beer.  For tickets, information, and the music lineup, visit UllrGrass.com.

Goldens in Golden, February 7, 9 am - 1 p.m., Golden will once again celebrate Golden Retrievers with “Goldens in Golden.” Trained, friendly and leashed Goldens and their humans will meet at Parfet Park and parade down Washington Avenue for photos under the Welcome to Golden arch.

The Goldens in Golden event celebrates these popular pooches with lots of fun, fanfare, fluff, photo ops, vendor villages, and entertainment. Golden hotels offer pet-friendly packages and local businesses participate with “dog paw-ty” and fun specials. Owners are kindly requested to please clean up after your dog. Event is weather permitting, so please check the Visit Golden website on the day of the event to confirm details. 

The Colorado Environmental Film Festival, February 20 - 22, the Colorado Environmental Film Festival (CEFF) is an exciting, inspiring, and energizing event that includes world-class environmental films with representatives from local and national organizations. CEFF screens feature-length and short films by foreign, local, and young filmmakers. True to the spirit of Colorado, this event is supported and attended by people who value the natural world and share a passion for the power and beauty of film. The event will be held @Green Center at Colorado School of Mines. Tickets and more info: CEFF.net.

Winter and early spring in Golden, Colorado offer a full calendar of festivals, live music, outdoor activities, and community celebrations. From a bluegrass music & beer festival, and cowboy heritage events to dog-friendly celebrations and environmental film screenings, Golden events in 2026 highlight the town’s vibrant culture and small-town charm. Plan your trip, reserve pet-friendly lodging, and discover local dining, shopping, and seasonal experiences at VisitGolden.com for the complete Golden events calendar and visitor resources.