ConiferFest
ConiferFest returns this summer for another day of live music, local flavor and community connection. Hosted by the Rotary Club of Conifer, the 7th annual ConiferFest will take place Saturday, July 11, on the scenic field next to Our Lady of the Pines Church.
Festival gates open at 11 am, welcoming guests to spend the day enjoying everything that makes this mountain community special. Attendees can explore a wide variety of vendor booths featuring local artisans, handmade goods, businesses, and community organizations. A diverse lineup of food trucks will also be serving food throughout the day, offering something for every appetite. Guests are asked to leave outside food, alcohol and coolers at home.
“Our focus is on creating a space where neighbors, local businesses and volunteers can connect.”
Live music will once again be the centerpiece of the festival, with performances beginning at 1 pm and continuing throughout the afternoon. This year’s lineup kicks off with The Midday Sons, a Colorado-based Americana, alt-country and new-grass jam band known for both original music and covers. Next up is Trouble Bound Band, blending alt-country, rock and roll, blues and bluegrass into a sound that feels right at home in the mountains. Double Life, a tribute to The Cars, follows with a celebration of one of the most innovative bands of the ’70s and ’80s, performed by some of Denver’s finest musicians. Closing out the day is Bush League, a Denver-based band performing crowd favorites from ’80s classic rock through today’s hits.
Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets, settle in, and enjoy an easygoing festival atmosphere with family and friends. In addition to food, ConiferFest will offer a beverage selection that includes beer, wine, margaritas, soda and water.
Admission is $5, and children 12 and under are admitted free, making ConiferFest an affordable outing for families and visitors of all ages. Free parking is available on site, and leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome to join in the fun.
Beyond the music and festivities, ConiferFest serves an important purpose. Event proceeds support programs through the Rotary Foundation that make a meaningful difference locally and beyond, including the 285 BackPack Program, which provides food for children in need; Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) camps that help develop young leaders; and Rotary Wildfire Ready, which supports wildfire preparedness and safety in mountain communities.
Whether you come for the music, food, shopping, or simply to spend a summer day with neighbors and friends, ConiferFest offers a welcoming place to gather and celebrate what makes this community unique. Mark your calendar now and plan to join us on July 11 for a day of fun, connection and community spirit at ConiferFest 2026. For more information about ConiferFest, visit RotaryConifer.org
Elevation Celebration
The 13th Annual Elevation Celebration, bringing 1970s Vibes, Peace and Love, presented by Foothills Community Collective, returns to Conifer, July 25-26. The two-day Music and Street Festival bring together music, food, and family fun for locals and visitors alike, running from 10 am to 8 pm Saturday, and 10 am to 6:30 pm Sunday.
The weekend kicks off Saturday morning with the annual Elevation Run/Walk, presented by CrossFit Conifer, setting the stage for two full days of summertime mountain fun. Festival admission is free for all ages.
This year’s theme is “A Return to the ’70s.” It’s a theme that harkens back to Conifer’s roots as a close-knit, neighborly community—a small-town spirit that continues to this day along the 285 Corridor. Headlining the festival entertainment are Grateful Dead tribute band Young and Dead, and perennial favorite, the Tyron Benoit Band, with ’70s disco tribute band Boogie Machine bringing the festival to a high-energy close Sunday evening.
“The ’70s theme suits this event because it celebrates our eclectic mountain community, while giving our artists, musicians and entrepreneurs a vibrant stage on which to shine,” said event coordinator Melissa Baker. “Our focus is on creating a space where neighbors, local businesses and volunteers can connect. Elevation Celebration is a testament to the vibrant spirit that makes Conifer such a special place to live and visit.”
Elevation Celebration includes a craft fair featuring local and regional artists, the Laidback Lounge, a hidden speakeasy, and a wide range of food and drink options. “Kid Zone” activities include face painting, games, a bounce house, and aerial acts from Peak Academy of Dance. In all, more than 90 vendors—including local businesses and organizations—will connect with the community, celebrate the weekend, and promote their brand through sponsorship opportunities.
Elevation Celebration 2026 festivalgoers can look forward to live performances from more than 20 bands and performers across three stages, showcasing a diverse lineup that covers bluegrass and blues to ’70s, ’80s and ’90s favorites, southern rock, Latin rock, reggae and alternative. The Elevation Run/Walk on Saturday morning, July 25, is a fundraiser for the Conifer Lobos Unified Boosters and Conifer Area Council Trails Team. It features a 10K, a USATF-certified 5K, and a 2-mile Family Fun Run. For more information about Elevation Celebration, visit elevationcelebration.org. Registration for the Elevation Run/Walk, presented by CrossFit Conifer, is available at elevation.clubchs.org.
The Foothills Community Collective is a new nonprofit organization rooted in the spirit of Conifer and led by local business leaders and area volunteers. The collective’s mission is to foster a strong, resilient community by creating opportunities for people to connect, collaborate and build lasting relationships. When local businesses prosper, musicians and artisans share their talents, and neighbors support one another, our entire community flourishes.
Peaches!
Once again, The Rotary Club of Conifer is offering Palisade Peaches for the 28th consecutive year. “Yummy,” “Delicious,” “Tasty,” and “Scrumptious” only begin to describe a full case of “Palisades,” available to order now for $50 on RotaryConifer.org or by sending a check to Conifer Rotary, PO Box 1430, Conifer, CO 80433. The peaches are coming earlier than usual this year with easy pick-up scheduled for Saturday, August 1 at the Aspen Park Center parking lot. Smaller bags of peaches are also available onsite while they last.
