Colorado is a wonderful place to live year-round, but it is especially glorious in the autumn. The Rocky Mountains are truly spectacular during the fall when the aspen trees transform into shimmering gold brilliance for a few short weeks.

Recommended Fall Events in Denver

Denver's 102nd Annual Stock Show is Not only Fun but Rich in History!

4655 Humboldt Street, Denver, CO 80216.  If this doesn’t quickly ring a bell with you, here is a clue - Denver’s National Western Stock Show! When you are out and about in metro Denver and you suddenly notice a preponderance of boots ‘n hats, it must be Stock Show time!  If you have never attended this annual fun event, put it on your calendar of must-attend annual  events. This year’s two week extravaganza is scheduled to run from January 12-27, 2008. 

Amazingly, the National Western Stock Show has been held in the same location for the past 102 years!  It is certainly not an event to  move easily or whimsically change locations.  After all, how many stock yards can be found in the city of Denver?  From barrel racing and clowns to my personal favorite, the Mexican Rodeo, this is one of the most fun events of all in Denver.  If calf roping and bull wrestling aren’t your cup of tea, the more refined Dancing Horses or Coors Western Art Exhibit might be more interesting to you. 

Suddenly, everyone is a cowboy and either wants to live in Texas or is from there!!  Young or young at heart, first date or old marrieds, this is an event you will certainly want to check out. If you are visiting from out of town and think Denver would be a great place to hang your Stetson, give a TeamCox member a call.  Someone is bound to say "Howdy, Parn’er"!

Enjoy One of the Best Reasons to Live in Colorado - Skiing!

 For many Coloradoans, the moment has come that they have been waiting for since last spring – a new ski season is upon us! 

Yes, skiers from all across the Front Range are planning to cash in on some unused sick days this week so they can hit the slopes for the first time this year. Winter Park, Vail, Eldora and Crested Butte will be opening this week while many other resorts, including Breckenridge, Keystone and Arapahoe Basin, are already open for business. 

It is hard to believe that the ski resorts are already open since the Denver area has yet to see significant snowfall. How much snow has accumulated up in the mountains? Please click here for Colorado Ski Country’s detailed snow report. This site is great since it is updated twice daily by the ski resorts.

As Colorado’s new ski season dawns, many ski resorts are pumping large amounts of money to keep up with their customers’ taste for luxury. According to 9NEWS.com, the 1970s motif at Vail, Steamboat, Winter Park and Snowmass simply isn’t cutting it any longer. In response, grandiose plans are in the works at many resorts to revamp their grand base villages. 

For many Denverites, the temptation of the ski resorts’ close proximity is deterred by the weighty expense of a day on the slopes. There are many deals available so keep your eyes open. For example, Crested Butte Mountain Resort is out to attract Front Range skiers with its "ski free" promotion. Yes, this is true and there are no strings attached! From November 25th through December 15th there will be free passes at Crested Butte’s ticket windows. 

One of the best parts of living in Denver is its close proximity to the Rocky Mountains, which are simply delightful year round. Don’t miss out on the long awaited ski season. If you aren’t a skier, you can always grab a cup of hot chocolate, curl up in the lodge and soak in the action.

For more information regarding traveling in Colorado’s high country or its ski resorts, please contact TeamCox Realtors.