Things to Do in Castle Rock This Weekend
Everything happening in Castle Rock, Colorado this weekend, Oct 16-18, plus what is coming up. Updated from town, county, fairgrounds and race calendars.
This weekend, Oct 16-18
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FairgroundsRocky Mountain Mennonite Relief Sale Auctions
Douglas County Fairgrounds and Event Center, 500 Fairgrounds Road, Castle Rock
The Rocky Mountain Mennonite Relief Sale features four auctions throughout the day, offering handmade and vintage items, toys, quilts, comforters, wall hangings, and more. The event brings the community together to support Mennonite Central Committee relief and humanitarian work.
DetailsGhostly Stories & Tragic Tales of Castle Rock
420 Elbert St.<br>880 E Wolfensberger RdCastle Rock, CO 80104
Event date: October 17, 2026 Event Time: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM Location: 420 Elbert St. 880 E Wolfensberger Rd Castle Rock, CO 80104
DetailsSpooktacular
1375 West Plum Creek ParkwayCastle Rock, CO 80109
Event date: October 17, 2026 Event Time: 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM Location: 1375 West Plum Creek Parkway Castle Rock, CO 80109 Description: It’s Halloween and time for fall fun with the entire family. Celebrate all things not-so-spooky at Spooktacular.
DetailsFall Festival featuring Creepy Crawlies Around the Rock
300 Second St.Castle Rock, CO 80104
Event date: October 18, 2026 Event Time: 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM Location: 300 Second St. Castle Rock, CO 80104 Description: From the changing leaves to the soft fall breeze, there is something special about this season. Experience a Fall Festival full of activities, seasonal vendors and all things autumn.
DetailsComing up in Castle Rock
FairgroundsAmazing Art Expo
Douglas County Fairgrounds and Event Center, 500 Fairgrounds Road, Castle Rock
Step into a world of Alice in Wonderland, Disney, and pop-culture art at this free family-friendly event. Guests can browse unique artwork, meet artists and special guests, and enjoy cosplay throughout the event.
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FairgroundsAll American Reptile & Plant Expo
Douglas County Fairgrounds and Event Center, 500 Fairgrounds Road, Castle Rock
The All American Reptile & Plant Expo returns to Castle Rock for a family-friendly weekend featuring reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, exotic animals, plants, oddities, and specialty supplies. Vendors from across the country will be on hand, giving guests the opportunity to see and shop for a wide variety of animals, plants, habitats, and products. The event also features face painting, giveaways, prizes, food trucks, and a diverse selection of vendors.
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FairgroundsAll American Collectors Expo
Douglas County Fairgrounds and Event Center, 500 Fairgrounds Road, Castle Rock
The All American Collectors Expo is a family-friendly collectibles event bringing hundreds of tables and vendors to Castle Rock. Attendees can browse an extensive selection of trading cards, sports memorabilia, Pokémon, comics, toys, LEGO collections, Funko Pops, video game collectibles, anime and pop culture merchandise, vintage collectibles, and hobby supplies. Guests can also enjoy giveaways, prizes, food trucks, face painting, special guests, and other family-friendly activities.
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FairgroundsCastle Rock Craft Show Extraordinaire
Douglas County Fairgrounds and Event Center, 500 Fairgrounds Road, Castle Rock
The 34th Annual Castle Rock Craft Show Extraordinaire features a wide variety of unique, handmade items from talented local and regional crafters. This popular community event offers an opportunity to shop for one-of-a-kind gifts, home décor, artwork, seasonal items, and other handcrafted goods. Proceeds benefit activities and programs for older adults in the Castle Rock area.
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FairgroundsTanner Gun Show
Douglas County Fairgrounds and Event Center, 500 Fairgrounds Road, Castle Rock
The Tanner Gun Show brings together hundreds of vendors offering firearms, knives, ammunition, hunting and outdoor equipment, military surplus, collectibles, and related accessories. Attendees can browse, buy, sell, trade, and have firearms appraised while connecting with vendors and collectors from throughout the region.
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FairgroundsTurkey ROCK Trot
Douglas County Fairgrounds and Event Center, 500 Fairgrounds Road, Castle Rock
The Plum Creek Church 22nd Annual Turkey ROCK Trot is a Thanksgiving morning tradition featuring a 5K Family Fun Run/Walk/Stroll through Castle Rock. The event also includes a FREE 1K Kids Dash, a Health & Wellness Expo with more than 30 vendors and sponsors, live music, food, family activities, and post-race entertainment. Proceeds benefit the Help & Hope Center, which provides assistance to individuals and families in Douglas and Elbert counties experiencing economic hardship or housing instability.
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RecurringMarketsCastle Rock Farmers Market
Festival Park, Castle Rock
A beloved weekly tradition at Festival Park featuring 80+ vendors with locally grown produce, artisan foods, handmade crafts, and live music. Saturdays June through October.
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RecurringFestivalCastle Rock Starlighting
Downtown Castle Rock
Douglas County's largest holiday tradition. Thousands gather downtown to watch the star on top of the Castle Rock butte light up the night, followed by fireworks, live music, and food vendors.
DetailsRecurringFood & DrinkCastle Rock WineFest
Downtown Castle Rock
Annual wine festival featuring 30+ Colorado wineries, live music, food trucks, and artisan vendors along Wilcox Street in downtown Castle Rock. Usually first Saturday of May.
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RecurringOutdoorsElephant Rock Ride
Douglas County Fairgrounds, Castle Rock
Colorado's largest cycling event, launching from the Douglas County Fairgrounds in Castle Rock. 100-, 62-, 32-, and 8-mile routes through scenic Front Range terrain. Typically first Sunday in June.
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