Gold Rush Days
CELEBRATING AND HONORING OUR RICH HISTORY
Celebrating Buena Vista’s Old West and mining heritage, Gold Rush Days has been a town signature event since 1950.
There’s fun for all ages, as even the toilet seat races have heats divided by age groups, from young children up to the “Depends” category, with fierce competition.
Learn about the history and way of life of the Old West.
Be sure to capture your memories at the Old Western Photo Booth!
Highlights of the two-day event include the final leg of the Western Pack Burro Ass-ociation (WPBR) Triple Crown burro race, local musicians and lingerie show by the Madams of Central Colorado.
LIVE MUSIC | LOCALLY CRAFTED BEER & WINE | ARTISAN VENDORS | FOOD VENDORS / KIDS ZONE | COSTUMES / and MORE
Location is on East Main Street in front of The Historic Chaffee County Courthouse and the Buena Vista Heritage Museum.
Event Schedule 2023
2024 event schedule will be posted when it's available.
Trivia Cards
$1 per card
Each completed card will be entered for a chance to win $100 cash!
Get yours at the festival entrance.
Drawing is Sunday at 2pm!
Thank you sponsors