In February, when the fields and reservoirs of Southeastern Colorado turn white—not from snow but from the large white geese arriving by the thousands during their traditional migration to their winter roosts—it’s time, once again, for the annual High Plains Snow Goose Festival, one of the largest birding festivals in Colorado. Families, bird watchers, and a variety of outdoor enthusiasts […]

The Tri-State 9/11 Tribute Foundation is excited to announce a Tri-State 9/11 Tribute Silent and Live Benefit Auction to be held March 23. This event will be from 6 to 9 p.m. in the banquet room at the 1301 Tavern (formerly the Cow Palace) in Lamar. Brisket Dinners will be offered at $20 per plate. All proceeds from the auction […]

A spring season rodeo for Junior High and High School clubs around the state of Colorado. Contestants are all members of the Colorado High School Rodeo Association as well as the National High School Rodeo Association and will be competition for the Colorado state titles as well as qualifications to the National Junior High and High School finals that will be held in De Moines IA and Lincoln NE summer of 2021.

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Join CFO in from 2-5 May 2024 in Lamar, Prowers County, Colorado. Legendary birding hotspots such as Two Buttes and Cottonwood Canyon will likely have a mix of eastern and western warblers, specialty trips to private ranches are practically guaranteed to provide some surprises, and even birding right around Lamar will surely be excellent. The birding will be great, maybe […]

Join us for a vibrant celebration of Cinco de Mayo at the Chamber of Commerce! On May 4th, from 11 am to 8 pm, our parking lot will transform into a fiesta of flavors, music, and fun for the whole family. Indulge in delicious Mexican cuisine, sway to the rhythm of live music performances, and explore various vendors showcasing arts, […]

See all the BBQ fun! Do you love delicious BBQ and Competition? Don't miss the Wild West BBQ Cook-Off happening May 10th & 11th, 2024. BBQ teams compete in cooking 4 meat categories to win the grand championship. Teams will also compete for People's Choice and a Green Chili Cook-Off. Think your Green Chili has what it takes? You can […]

Pilgrimages to former WWII concentration camps for those of Japanese descent were started in the late 1960s. It took nearly a quarter-century for former prisoners and their descendants to question why they had been imprisoned and begin searching for answers. Take a pilgrimage to Camp Amache in Granada for an impactful historical experience. Saturday, May 18 6:00 AM Bus pickup […]

Since before 1995, the Lamar community has enjoyed the annual Lamar Days Rod Run, which features a Car Show, Poker Run, Concessions, Parade, Vendor Booths, and more! When: May 17 – May 18, 2024 Where: Willow Creek Park, Lamar, Colorado Cruise Friday at 6 PM 1001 N Main St, Lamar, CO Learn more…

Join us at the 9-11 Memorial as we honor those who lost their lives in service to their country. 9-11 Memorial is located next to the Big Timbers Museum.

Bring the Family to the Demolition Derby at our new location!

Join us for an exciting livestock show featuring 4-H and FFA members showcasing their hard work and dedication to animal husbandry! From pigs to goats, cows to chickens, you'll have the chance to see some of the finest livestock in the area. Our young competitors have spent countless hours preparing their animals for this event, and it shows in the […]