KOA Journey campgrounds offer the perfect oasis after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
KOA Journey campgrounds offer the perfect oasis after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
On Hwy 160 and Juniper Lane: The Alamosa / Great Sand Dunes KOA Journey is 3.5 miles east of Alamosa at mile marker 237 on the north side of Hwy 160.
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When: Every Sunday 7:30-9:30 (listen for the sound of the opening bell)
Where: Pancake Pavilion (behind the Front Office)
Cost: $6 children, $8 adults
**All proceeds from Pancake Breakfast are donated to Care Camps**
Come enjoy a few scoops of ice cream and help us raise money for Care Camps!
Where: Event Pavilion (behind front office)
Cost: $1/scoop
**All proceeds donated to Care Camps
Where: Pool Pavilion
When: 4:00-5:30 PM
Cost: FREE
Join us 4th of July weekend, as we celebrate America's 250th birthday (and Colorado's 150th)!
Weekend events include:
Check back or call the front office for more details
The Alamosa Round-UP has been a part of the San Luis Valley Heritage for over 50 years. This truly is Alamosa's Round-UP - Nominated TOP 5 Rodeo of the Year in 2020, and Mountain States Circuit Rodeo of the Year in 2021 Now spanning two exciting weekends, the Alamosa Round-UP is back bigger and better in 2026! Visit the Round-UP's official website for a full calendar of events and to purchase tickets.
The Details:
When: First Friday of each month, from May through October
Where: Main Street in Downtown Alamosa and surrounding blocks
What: Main Street's open-air market supports local artists, creators, musicians, and farmers. Alamosa's downtown restaurants and shops offer “First Friday Only” specials and discounts. Street performances and live music throughout downtown.
Time: 5:00 kick-off
Cost: Free
In the event of rain, concerts will be moved indoors to Richardson Hall at Adams State University.
You can visit the Market every Saturday from July 11th to October 10th, 2026.
At the Alamosa Farmers' Market, you can find fresh, local, and regional produce, baked goods, crafts, cooking demos, live music, kids' activities, and cultural events. Come out and support local food and local growth by visiting the Alamosa Farmers' Market.
**Check official website for schedule and location of events**
August is Pride Month in the San Luis Valley. From the 1st through the 31st, you can see art from local LGBTQ+ artists at Milagros Coffee House (corner of State Ave. & Main St.) The art show will hang all month, with a special reception on August 21st at Milagros Coffee House from 5 - 6:30 PM. Come out and meet your next favorite artist!
The Early Iron Festival is your chance to see over 500 vintage vehicles painstakingly restored, heavily modified, or gently used. Take in the sunshine and sights as you explore machinery of yesteryear. The rodders encircle Cole Park early Saturday morning looking forward to a day of talking, swapping, and catching up with old friends. Car buffs from Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Kansas swarm the park, oohing and aahing, choosing their favorite and trading stories about their first car. After an enjoyable day in the autumn sun, the Early Iron Club hosts a rodders banquet to a capacity crowd of 650. Food and beverages are available the main day of the event throughout the park.
www.earlyironclub.com
Summerfest on the Rio was started in 2001 as a way to promote the San Luis Valley's eclectic arts and crafts community. Since then, the annual festival has been held along the winding Rio Grande each year on the first full weekend of June, a kick-off to summertime in Alamosa's spacious and picturesque Cole Park. The fun begins Friday night with Summerfest's signature Concert in the Park. On Saturday morning, visitors return for delicious food, entertainment, and activities provided by more than 150 vendors and food booths around the park. On Sunday, Summerfest hosts a morning outdoor praise and worship service featuring local Christian bands - a special way to begin a Sunday with neighbors and friends. Summerfest Weekend is jam-packed with live entertainers with something for everyone; rock and roll, bluegrass, jazz, Mariachi bands, country, belly dancers, jugglers and more.
www.summerfestontherio.org
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