The employees are very nice, equipped with great knowledge. Our tour guide Toren was really fun and…read moreeducational! You would have never known she's only done a handful of tours and is new-ish touring with Argo Mill. The tour was very interesting and living in Colorado for 20+ years, I've always seen the red building driving by Idaho Springs but never thought they had tours available to check out. We panned for gold at the end and that was very fun to learn how to do that. All in all I'd recommend to support local and Idaho Springs to come check them out. The tour is not handicap friendly so if you have a wheel chair it would not be ideal to walk through the mill. Hard hat is for show with the tunnel visit but it was def a fun experience with photo opportunity.

We started our experience with a tour of the mill. I would definitely suggest doing the combo if…read moreyou also wanna ride the gondola. I think my biggest beef is that supposedly they charge you for parking. Why?! there's plenty of parking and why would we have to pay? It's not like it's paved it's a parking lot full of rocks with that being said we purchased the gold package which included parking so I'm not sure how much it costs but you can also just do one of the activities and use the QR code to pay for parking. However, I did not notice how they can tell who's paid for parking or not. I did not see any tickets on other people's cars and at least getting the package. They never asked for our license plate so I don't know how they're monitoring that but a stupid fee to say the least. I would give the tour a five out of five stars only because our two were really Caitlin was great. Other than that, there's not really much to look at and being a tour connoisseur. I've been a better two hours with more things to learn and see. To be honest, it really not that interesting for the cost. But thanks Caitlin you made it fun and educational! Then we rolled the gondola which is brand new as of this summer and it was really nice. No complaints and 30 bucks to ride. The gondola is typical and probably less expensive than the other mountain town gondolas.

They don't respond to emails, social media or anything when people attending have questions. They…read moredo not update their hours and days properly for guests. Volunteers are super rude and have no idea what is going on. Complete waste of time and money. The only person that tried helping me was another vendor and the volunteers even tried their best to not be helpful with her and acted like I was an idiot

The Colorado Festival of Horror made its debut September 2021. Located at the Embassy Suites by…read moreHilton. Sponsored by Fangoria , AMC, outworld brewing, Virgil's sodas , big bad toy store and many more ! Guests of honors included Brinke Stevens , Brian Bonsall, Victoria Price ( Virtually ) and other great ghouls and gals . Taking place in Room 217 was an FX demonstration explaining all that goes into movie magic. There were plenty of vendors selling unique spooky candles , enamel style collectible pins, comic and illustration artists, yarn dolls , and other items that you must see in person. This event was great for horror fans , ages based on children's maturity and comfortability to age infinity! Tickets were sold online and limited at the doors. All specialty events purchased online. For a 1st year con, this was well executed and put together with lots of dedication. I hope that in years to come that it gets as big as their gooey zombie brains can imagine !

I enjoy the festival but when they say it is oversold or sold out, they keep selling tickets…read more Seats in VIP are absolutely to close to one another. It truly is a safety hazard. They focus on people bringing in a bottle f wine, mor focus should be on the SAFETY of the ticket holders

I don't go to festivals anymore, but I made an exception when I learned Maxwell was playing Winter…read morePark Jazz Festival. We booked a hotel nearby for the weekend and came out for both days. The performances were great, even for artists who aren't used to elevation. The sound was decent, and they kept on schedule, swapping out setups quickly between acts. I really enjoyed the performances (Leela James as AMAZING, and Maxwell was great as always), and the DJ (Your Pal Al) in between kept the party going. The crowd was pretty mellow and cooperative, putting their umbrellas down when the performers were on. What I learned: Go big if you can. I sprung for VIP tickets and for early admission on day one. I was so glad I did. We arrived early and grabbed great seats for the first day. The second day we didn't have early access so we came later and still were able to get seats with a decent view in the VIP area. This is definitely the way to go if you can afford it. The general admission area seemed crowded and uncomfortable. Bring your own food. I stopped in a supermarket in Denver and got food for the weekend. I was so glad we brought that cooler of salads and cheese crackers. The food for sale was carnival food, so I was really glad we didn't have to choose between a $22 turkey leg or funnel cake for lunch...nor did we have to wait in line. We brought empty water bottles and filled up often at the water stations provided. Bring umbrellas or other shade. It was unshaded, and there were no cooling tents or other options. I had lots of sunscreen and a hat, but I still got sunburn on my hands. I bought a long-sleeve shirt for the next day. Because we stayed in Winter Park for the weekend, we took the free shuttle to and from the event. It was great. Despite the heat and sun, I had a great time and appreciated the small-town vibe of the festival with world-class performers.

Not exactly the greatest expo, considering the admission cost. I did get some information and…read moreentered enough giveaway's to know my number will only be called by sales. I did find a new ski coat (15% off) but other than that, nothing to write home about.

Props to my little sis for pointing out this show to me! I've been in the market for some decent…read morenovice-level skis, and I ended up finding a good deal on a pair here. The good: if you've got a lot of patience and don't mind crowds, you can find some good discounts. For about $300, I got a set of Volkl skis, bindings, poles, a mount voucher and some socks. I think that's not too bad, but I also have very little patience for devoting a ton of time to checking online sales and local shops. So this show was perfect for me! One stop. The bad: You have to pay to go inside and buy things. For $12, you got through the door, and you could sign up via their computer system on site for a free year subscription to SKI or Transworld Snowboard mag. I picked up a few Clif bars, some resort decals and ski maps, but that was about it. To be fair, they did offer $2 off the entrance fee if you commuted to the convention center via train or if you purchased in advance online. For me though, that didn't make sense since I was expecting to walk out with gear. On the activity side of things, it was interesting to see the rollerskiing demos and ski acrobatics, and there were several interactive play areas for kids. There's always the vendor that doesn't quite make sense, like DirecTv and eye lasering. But I entered a bajillion raffles, so keep your fingers crossed. Today is the last day of this event if you still want to make it out!

Warning, Planet Bluegrass will seep into your soul and change your life. It starts out small- you…read moredrive up for a show because your favorite band is playing, and you think- this is such a beautiful venue, I'd love to see more music here! And then the next thing you know, you're spending a week outside in a field surrounded by the most amazing humans, falling asleep to the sound of fiddles and banjos, learning about music and yourself and rediscovering your faith in humanity.

A terrific initial experience, as we visited Planet Bluegrass to see Elephant Revival and had an…read moreall-around superb night! Located in downtown Lyons (a wonderful mountain town with a great overall vibe), Planet Bluegrass uses its surroundings extremely well to cultivate a unique music environment. Their excellent customer service and the area's natural beauty provide a memorable site. Parking ($5) is located about a half-mile away on a farm, and the subsequent stroll to the venue on dirt trails meanders near a vibrant creek with incredible scenery. You arrive at a well-orchestrated entrance that sets the tone for a positive visit. Many food choices are scattered among food trucks and stands, and the overall layout allows for whatever you're into that night. They allow taller lawn chairs and portables in the back half of the venue, while the front is for blanket seating. The stage rocks, there were excellent acoustics on this night and continuous spectacular views. Elephant Revival is always exceptional live, and the venue added to that level of performance. I'm coming back.

UPDATE! Having been…read moreto the Denver Brew Fest (both summer and winter sessions) MANY times over the years; I can def say, "Woohoo! As good as it gets!" + SPACE: Mile High Station is a great venue for this Fest! It def embodies Colorado. It's a turn of the century steel and ironworks building that has been repurposed into and event space! Love the character. The only drawback here is the parking! The lot is super small. If you have a light-rail station near you I'd say take that to Mile High Stadium and walk over from there. It's not even a ten minute walk. + BREWERS: The line up is always fantastic! Obvs Colorado breweries dominate the show, but there's plenty of others in attendance too! Over the years I have even seen brewers from my hometown in Northern California in attendance. Colorado breweries often include names such as: Denver Beer Co, Stem Ciders, Crooked Stave, Grist, Wild Cider, Ratio Beerworks, Verboten, Weldworks, Strange Craft, Little Machine, Pikes Peak, Oscar Blues, and sooo many more. + FOOD TRUCKS: My personal favorite has been on-site for each Fest to date. Basic Kneads. It's pizza done awesome. Plus The Goods is usually on hand serving up some excellent smoked and grilled meats. Turkey leg anyone? + ENTERTAINMENT: There's a live band for each evening. This year featured Nevermind the 90's and Super Doppler. Usually the band is set up on a stage outside or in a tent area outside (depending on weather). They have speakers set up all around to ensure you can hear the tune regardless of where you are in the venue. + PRICE: At only $35 for general admission and $45 for VIP, I can safely say this is one of the cheapest Fests out there. But don't let the cheap cost fool you. They really deliver! A suggestion I would have for the future would be a two day pass offering. For those who want to check out both days of festivities. The proceeds from Denver Brew Fest support Swallow Hill Music. I know that I will continue to be a patron of the Denver Brew Fest in the years to come! Most def can't wait for the next Fest! Cheers! **Pro Tip: I HIGHLY recommend buying the VIP tickets. Why? 1) You get an extra hour to enjoy even more brews. 2) Less people during the VIP hour. 3) Special tappings are often offered by the brewers. Go ahead. Treat yo' self, you VIP you!

Beer and more beer! Friday-Saturday. Such an appropriate event for a city fast getting the street…read morecred for being a premier city for breweries. Here you will mingle with like minded folks who loves beer. Merchants who worked all their lives with beers and perfected such incredible varietals that finding faults in anyone of the samples offered there is difficult. My initial try was a freak of a good luck. It was a sour! That started my night in a good note. There was a "map" of the breweries that was present. I say it's enough to keep me and my friend happy and all our curiosity about a few of the breweries were met. Here you'll be able to talk to the person responsible for the creation of the brew or someone who knows the history of the brew. This two story location can host a bunch of beer loving fun people. The food was hosted in a separate space past the tented area where the live entertainment is located. I had their amazing kielbasa and I'm regretting not asking for the lady's info :( This event has a two tiered ticket pricing. One for the VIP at a discounted rate of $45 if you purchase in advance. $55 at the door the day of. The VIP lets you in an hour early from 6-7. General admission starts at 7pm and will set you back $35 advance purchase and $45 day of. Tip: CASH ONLY AT THE DOOR. Free coat check. Your tix is only good for one day. Want to show up both days? Pay twice! Looking forward to next years? Me tooooo!

My friend and I have a tradition. It started out years ago as my birthday present to her, but it's…read moreevolved into a shared birthday event. We've seen many shows both inside and out. We've missed the outdoor amphitheater the past two years as they remodeled the buildings surrounding the outdoor venue. The other night, we saw Twelfth Night, which is a comedy. The play itself was fun. I don't understand the casting of the male twin, Sabastian, with Kenny Fedorko. He isn't either built or have any resemblance to the woman twin, Viola, played by Meg Rodgers. And, he wasn't as good an actor as she is. Ms. Rodgers was amazing. I hope to see more of her in the future. The Sabastian role is small, so perhaps the director didn't care so much about the casting. But I think it does a disservice to the play. For me, it was distracting. I'm sure they could have cast someone who at least was closer in stature. You really had to suspend disbelief to acknowledge them as twins and accept the other players' confusion. That's all I'll say. The rest of the casting was well done, and the music was also wonderful throughout, most of it by Jordan Coughtry as Feste. We saw him in a similar role in The Tempest last year. I have a couple of critiques of the new setup. First, it's a safety hazard that there is only one way in and out. It was jammed, and there was no emergency. Had there been one, it would have been a disaster, and people would have been hurt. There need to be additional doors, especially to get out. Next, I love the store they have now. That's a positive. It's not as cramped as the setup behind the amphitheater they had in the past. It's important to know that the bathrooms are now co-ed. Both men and women use the same stalls, sinks, and stand in line. It's all fine with me except that there aren't enough of the stalls! Come on! What were they thinking? The men looked confused, for sure. They're not used to our lines! But I did run into an old male friend, who was standing behind my friend. Good to catch up, and I'm not sure I would have seen him any other way. The area where you wait before the show, during intermission, and after is way too crowded. And, like I said, only one way out, or back to the amphitheater. The amphitheater itself felt smaller than it used to be. My friend didn't agree, but we also sat up closer than we had in the past, so it's hard to know for sure. There is not as much room behind the seats, I don't think. And not enough helpers to put away the stadium seats at the end, so it caused a bottleneck there, too. I hope they learn from the mistakes and make improvements.

Went to go see Merry Wives of Windsor. First time seeing a Colorado Shakespeare play. The play had…read morea 70s twist which was super fun and the play was so funny. Highly recommend!

This place is RAD. SKO BUFFS…read more I went to LSU, so, the stadium feels... kinda like a big high school. LOL BUT, I nonetheless have a great time every time I go to a game.

I attended the John Summit headline show here and truthfully, I was skeptical coming into it and…read moredid not have high hopes. The venue exceeded my expectations. Staff was helpful and kind, despite the chaotic environment. We arrived at 8pm (doors were at 5:30 and John Summit's set started at 9pm) so there were zero lines to get in. My purse was slightly larger than the guidelines but they didn't care, they just did a quick search. Some cons: It was a packed show so lines for the restroom and drinks were extremely long. The restrooms were pretty gross and there was no toilet paper in most stalls. It took forever to get drinks so we got two to bring down into the pit, but they have to open them when they sell them, which meant it was tough to carry through the crowd and I ended up with High Noon all over my jacket lol. We were on field-level so thankfully we didn't deal wit this directly but the bleachers sections looks SCARY, people were standing on the bleachers themselves (the metal) instead of the concrete floor and we saw someone literally fall off the bleacher. Some pros: They had a beer guy walking through the pit between sets so that was kinda nice! I wish I had skipped the line on the concourse and just bought from him lol. Sound quality and production was amazing. I was expecting a bad crowd for a John Summit show on a college campus but our area (center, just in front of the sound booth) was very PLUR and mostly older 20s attendees around our age. Egress was a little tricky coming off the field, but once you were in the stands it was easy going and quick to exit.