04/05/2026
🪺🌼🐝🐇Happy Spring! 🐇🐝🌼🪺
Here are the La Veta/Cuchara/Walsenburg “Local Event Details” provided by Bachman & Associates. Enjoy!
April
Sunday, April 5th - April 17th
🎓Spanish Peaks High School & College Scholarship Application
Spanish Peaks HealthCare Foundation scholarships may be awarded to individuals residing in Huerfano County who hold a high school diploma or equivalent and wish to pursue a career in any biomedical or healthcare related field. The scholarship program is designed to support these individuals as they advance their education through vocational training, certification programs, associate degrees, or four year college programs. Due Friday, April 17th, 2026. Questions can be emailed to Stacy Cristelli, Executive Director [email protected]. Visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdtUP9tWVFCy-mAAV43fS0NiCftGTlbHnip1l7UQX4jt7EckQ/viewform?pli=1 for the application.
New! Thursday, April 9th 2:00PM
🪨Rock Art Survey and Mimbres Pottery at La Veta Public Library
Join Doug and Sylvia of the Pueblo Archaeological Society to learn about a rock art survey project and Mimbres pottery. Light refreshments provided.
New! Friday, April 10th & Saturday, April 11th 9:00AM-12:00PM
Panther Path Community Stewardship at Huerfano School District Sports Complex Center
Joins us in caring for one of Walsenburg's most beloved trails! Huerfano RE-1 School and La Veta Trails invite you to roll up your sleeves and help maintain the Panther Path - a beautiful, easy 0.8 mile community trail located at the Huerfano School District Sports Complex Center. We're clearing weeds and overgrowth within the trail corridor to improve the trail and support a safe and welcoming outdoor space for all. To sign up, contact Marilyn Russell, La Veta Trails [email protected] / 719-890-4071. Please sign up so we have a head count for tools and snacks!
New! Friday, April 10th 2:00PM
🧑🏻🎨Alternative Lifestyles of the Late 60's, Presented by Betsy Rich at La Veta Public Library
Join us at La Veta Public Library to get an inside look at Libre - the remarkable artist community of the Huajatolla Valley - setting the record straight on what this intentional creative community truly is. Light refreshments provided.
Saturday, April 11th 11:00AM-3:00PM
🧶2nd Annual Knit-A-Thon at the Stokehouse
New! Saturday, April 11th 1:00-4:00PM
🧵Stitchcraft Collective at The Estelle Center for Creative Arts
Join us for our monthly gathering of Fiber Artists creating community while working on WIPS (Works in Progress) or starting new projects. All fiber artists welcome. Beginner to expert. Monthly fee covers venue and refreshments. RSVP Ana Archuleta 719-694-4711.
Updated Location! Mondays April 13th - 27th
🎼Folksy, Fun Introduction to Mountain Dulcimer Workshops at La Veta Public Library
Join Introduction to the Mountain Dulcimer workshops led by accomplished dulcimer player Kim McKee. Kim will start with stories about the history of the dulcimer. Then participants will move on to playing! Instruments provided. No musical background necessary. Mondays, April 13th, 20th, 27th, 1:00-2:30PM. Pre-registration required due to class size limit of 10. Suggested donation $10/class. To register & for questions, emails [email protected]. Sponsored by La Veta Creative District & Colorado Creative Industries. For info on La Veta Creative District events, please visit LaVetaCreativeDistrict.org.
New! Wednesday, April 15th 6:00PM
♠️Poker League at the Stokehouse
Free to everyone starting at 6:00PM! The More the merrier - join the league for 8 weeks of fun!
New! Thursday, April 16th 2:00PM
🩻The A,B,C's of Screenings: What Tests Do I Really Need? At La Veta Public Library
Join Dr. DJ Dutton to learn the latest guidelines for colonoscopies, mammograms, bone density (DEXA) Scans, and flu, pneumonia, and shingles vaccines - and what they mean for you. Light refreshments provided.
Thursday, April 16th 5:00-7:00PM
🗂️Huerfano County Chamber of Commerce Small Business Mixer at Gub Gubs Pizza
Meet your community of other local businesses. Meet a publicist and learn what publicity can do for your business. Meet folks from Huerfano County Chamber of Commerce, The Walsenburg Downtown Revitalization Committee, and the Main Street Committee. Enjoy a complimentary light menu tasting, get 10% off your bill and have the chance at winning our prize giveaway.
Friday, April 17th 4:00-6:00PM
🚶🏻♀️Free Drinks & Heat Pump Walking Tour at the La Veta Mercantile
Join us Friday, April 17th at La Veta Mercantile for Happy Hour, on Blanca Electric Homes! We'll be pouring wine and beer from 4-6pm, and at 4:30 we're walking over to see a newly installed heat pump in action. Ask questions, learn about rebates (up to $10,000+), and find out what it would cost for YOUR home. RSVP at: https://www.facebook.com/events/906903605471190/?rdid=Rq2FHKJEMJ6ermCk&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F18AmQvZBKB%2F #
and for more information contact Anne Kramer at [email protected].
Monday, April 20th 10:30AM-12:30PM
✍🏼La Veta Writes Monthly Gathering
Are you interested in connecting with others who write, including journaling? Whatever your interest in writing, we would love to have you join us for our monthly La Veta Writes gathering Monday, April 20, 10:30AM-12:30PM, at the La Veta Library. We gather in warm encouragement and support of each other and share topics that may support our writing. If you would like to practice reading your work outloud, bring along a couple of pages. Free. 3rd Monday of each month. Sponsored by La Veta Creative District and Colorado Creative Industries. For info on La Veta Creative District events, please visit LaVetaCreativeDistrict.org.
New! Wednesday, April 22nd 6:00PM
♣️Poker League at the Stokehouse
The more the merrier! Join the league for 8 weeks of fun, free to everyone, starting at 6PM!
Thursday, April 23rd 9:00-11:00AM
🌎6th Annual La Veta Earth Day Cleanup
Join the Town of La Veta and La Veta Trails for the annual spring clean-up. Get started at the recycling bins on E. Ryus Ave. to pick up a trash bag and bucket for recyclables. You will select a location to do your cleanup. Wear gloves, comfortable clothes, and sturdy shoes or boots. All ages welcome!
New! Thursday, April 23rd 2:00PM
🐴The Western Horse: A Popular History of the Wild and Working Animal at the La Veta Public Library
Join Author Randi Samuleson-Brown to learn about the viral role horses played in settling in the west! Explore the Spanish re-introduction, Native American accounts, wild rides and more! Light refreshments provided.
New! Friday, April 24th 2:00PM
🏷️Unearthing the Past at Francisco Fort at La Veta Public Library
Join Eden Welker to learn about the story being uncovered about Cuchara River Valley history through archaeological excavation and analysis. Light refreshments provided.
New! Wednesday, April 29th 6:00PM
♠️Poker League at the Stokehouse
The more the merrier! Join the league for 8 weeks of fun. Free to everyone - starting at 6:00PM.
New! Thursday, April 30th 2:00PM
🌲2026: State of the Forests, It's going to be a busy year! at La Veta Public Library
Join Jared Fleming, Lead Project Forester, to learn about the challenges facing Colorado's forests this year! With mountain pine beetles potentially exploding across the state, IPS beetles showing local impact, and a weak winter, discover what to expect and what can be done. Light refreshments provided.
🎶🎤🎵Local Music
April
April 5th - Willson & McKee Live at the Stokehouse
12PM
April 9th - Open Mic Night Featuring DJ Dynamic and Mitch at Stokehouse
6PM
April 10th - Music by MiDi at Stokehouse
5PM
April 11th - Texas Artist Colton Sanders at Stokehouse
6PM
New! April 17th - Music by Midi at the Stokehouse
5PM
New! April 19th - Willson & McKee Live at the Stokehouse
12:00PM
New! April 24th - Music by Midi at the Stokehouse
5PM
April 25th - The Rifters at La Veta Mercantile
7PM https://www.simpletix.com/e/the-rifters-tickets-259828
New! April 26th - Marvin Thiel Nashville Tribute Artist of the Year at the Stokehouse
2:00PM
🧑🏻🍳Winter Restaurant Hours
Cuchara
Cuchara Mountain Mercantile
Thursday - Sunday 9AM-5PM
Cuchara Yacht Club
Friday - Sunday: 12-8PM
Timbers Restaurant
Tuesday - Saturday 7AM-9PM
La Veta
Grandote Peaks Golf Course
Monday - Sunday 11AM-8PM
Updated! Just in Time Bakery
Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday 7:30AM-2PM
Legends on Main
Wednesday 9AM-2PM, 5:30PM-8PM, Thursday & Friday 8AM-2PM, 5:30PM-8PM. Saturday 8AM-2PM. Sunday 10AM-2PM. Monday & Tuesday Closed.
Lous Diner
Saturday - Tuesday 9AM-2PM
Mountain Merman Brewing Company
Tuesday - Friday 4PM-8PM, Saturday 12PM-8PM, Sunday 12PM-4PM
🗓️Save The Date
Do you have an event in 2026? Let us know so that we can add it below!
May
May 2nd - Bring a Veteran to Breakfast at Huerfano Community Center
May 7th - Pub Night with Deer in Headlights at La Veta Mercantile
May 9th - La Veta Village Annual Mothers Day Bake Sale at La Veta Library 10AM
May 16th - 5th Annual Wild Iris Hike at Tres Valles West
May 16th - 2nd Annual La Veta Village Golf Tournament at Grandote Golf Course
May 21st - Alfredo Muro Latin Guitar Virtuoso at La Veta Mercantile
June
June 6th - CVA Archery Shoot at Cuchara Mountain Park
June 6th - Bring a Veteran to Breakfast at Huerfano Community Center
New! June 9th - 11th - Junior Golf Camp at Grandote Peaks Golf Course
July
July 3rd - La Veta Independence Day Parade (150th Year Celebration) 10AM
July 3rd & 4th - La Veta Art in the Park
July 4th - Cuchara Independence Day Parade 11AM
July 17th - Hiking Through Time with Lon & Sabrina at La Veta Mercantile
July 18th - Southern Ute Bear Dance with Chief Matthew Fox at Francisco Fort Museum
July 18th & 19th - CVA Arrows and Irons Tournament at CMP & Grandote Golf Course
July 25th - La Veta Village Ladies Auxiliary Annual Fish Fry
📌Business Updates
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings
Sundays at 6pm - United Methodist Church of La Veta 416 S Main Street. Questions call Carlton 719-696-5434.
Has your drinking started to become a problem? Has the stress of life increased your drinking to the point of concern? A.A. might be the answer for you. Free and open to all with problems, concerns, or questions about alcohol use disorder. Isn't it time to find out if a.a. is for you?
The Book Nook At The La Veta Library
Located at 207 s Main Street the Book Nook, a second-hand bookstore, is an ongoing fundraising vehicle for Friends of La Veta Library (FLVL) and is run completely by volunteers. All proceeds to go the Award Winning La Veta Public Library. Come browse the wonderful selection of books which have been donated by the Library and patrons who live in the surrounding area. You can also support our local Library by becoming a member of FLVL. Membership forms are available at the Book Nook. If you are interested in joining the Book Nook Volunteer staff, please leave your name and contact information at the Library.
Estelle Center for Creative Arts
Located at 105 W Ryus Avenue in La Veta
Please view our list of upcoming retreats!
To learn more or to sign up please email [email protected]
Updated! Just in Time Bakery in La Veta
Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday 7:30AM-2:00PM.
Breakfast Baked Goods, Grab & Go Lunch/Dinner Options, Freshly Baked Sweets, Breads.
Located @ 107 W Francisco St. La Veta | Follow us on social media | 719-890-9179.
La Veta Mercantile
Regular Events Schedule
Every Thursday / Friday / Saturday
Every Thursday: Live music by Deer in the Headlights at 10:30AM and then gather your friends for Game Day Thursday afternoons featuring Mah Jong, Jokers and the Marbles, Mexican Train and Cribbage.
Every Friday: Friday Afternoon Club at 5:00PM where good friends, tasty beer and wine awaits.
Every Saturday: Start your day with our Community Coffee at 10:00AM complete with $5 mimosas and delicious fresh hot chocolate topped with whipped cream.
La Veta Public Library
Storytime Explorers is Back! Join us starting September 10th at 10:00AM for stories and songs with Miss Jaymie!
La Veta School of the Arts
T'Ai Chi Classes
Often referred to as "the gentle art of yielding", the ancient, slow moving Chinese practice of T'ai Chi Chuan is also healing in many ways. New beginning classes will be held every Saturday at 9am at the La Veta School of the Arts - 105 W Ryus - across from the town park. Beginning classes will continue every Saturday morning from 9-10am during the month of November. The cost is an optional donation of $5 per class. For more information, email [email protected].
La Veta Village Free Food Pick Up Program
Monthly Free Food Box Distribution
Free Foodbox Pickup is once per month on Saturday morning from 10:00AM-11:00AM behind La Veta Town Hall.
The Food Box Distribution Dates:
Mobile Market Dates:
For more information, or to volunteer or donate to this program, please call La Veta Village Food Services (719) 247-1393 or email [email protected].
Memory Loss Support Group Meet Up
Please join us the third Thursday of every month at 10:00AM at the La Veta Public Library. Light refreshments will be served!
Museum of Friends Art Gallery Displays
Open Tuesday - Saturday 10:00AM-5:00PM
Current Exhibits -
Healing Through Arts Program with the Green Thumb Initiative
Beginning Wednesday, November 19th and every Wednesday following at 2:30PM-4PM we will be offering Qi Gong with Roger Bachelor's recorded program followed by a half hour meditation/visualization with Maria Cocchiarelli. The purpose of the Healing through Arts program at M*F is to build community help with coping methods and share positive mind, body, and spirit practices.
To Learn More Please Visit: www.museumoffriends.org/events
Updated! Spanish Peaks Arts Council, SPACe Gallery in La Veta
Now Showing at SPACe Gallery: La Veta Student Art Show, April 1 - April 11. Next Show: Fur, Feathers, and Fins Show, April 16 - May 16, Reception: April 18 4-6pm. For dates of other shows, visit SPACe at www.spanishpeaksarts.org or call (719) 742-3074. Now accepting reservations for vendor booth space at Art in The Park 2026! Check our webpage or call the gallery for registration forms. Art in the Park will be Friday & Saturday, July 3rd and 4th in La Veta. The Gallery / Gift Shop is now open Thursday, Friday, & Saturday 10am - 3pm. SPACe is a 501(c)3 non-profit, member centered organization. We are always looking for artists and enthusiasts to curate our shows and teach workshops. Join today and volunteer to promote the arts in our community!
Two Peaks Fitness
Group exercise sessions held at Two Peaks Fitness:
Spin Bike: Monday through Saturday 7:30am
Kickboxing: Sunday 11:00am
Group exercise sessions held at the La Veta Community Center:
Yoga Stretch: Monday, Wednesday 9:15am
Swiss Ball: Monday, Wednesday 10:00am
Hatha Yoga: Friday 9:15am
Senior Pilates: Monday, Wednesday 11:00AM
Group exercise sessions held at the Huerfano County Community Center:
Qi Gong: Tuesday 1:00PM
Pickleball: Tuesday & Thursday, 9-11AM (1 hour slots).
Preregistration required for all group sessions, call Two Peaks Fitness in Walsenburg at 719-738-3555.
Held at the Brunelli Gymnasium:
Zumba Classes: Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 6:15am
Pickleball for La Veta School students and faculty (FREE): Friday 9AM-12PM (1 Hour Slots)
Registration required, register at SuperSaas.com/lvpickleball
Fun Fridays
2026 Events:
April 10th: Pueblo Aircraft Museum
May 15th: Pueblo Zoo
Sponsored by Two Peaks Fitness, $10 / child if parent is a gym member, $15 for non-members. For children of all ages. Guardian must be present for children under the age of 5. Each activity has a different start time, details available when registering. Limited scholarships available. Background checks performed at all adult chaperones. Sign up forms available at www.twopeaksfitness.org/fun-fridays or can be filled out at Two Peaks Fitness. We must receive your paperwork and payment no later than the Wednesday prior to that activity for logistics planning.
For questions or additional information call Two Peaks Fitness at 719-742-3555.
Two Peaks Fitness located at 216 S Main Street, La Veta.
W.A.A.G. (Wahatoya Animal Advocacy Group)
We would like to thank the community for their generosity during this month's Pet Food Drive! As a result of realized need, W.A.A.G. is going to continue the pet food drive for the coming months. Any unopened canned or bagged dog or cat food can be dropped off at Crafted in Colorado, located at 205 S. Main, on Fridays and Saturdays between 11am and 4pm. Cash donations will also be accepted at the same location. Thank you for supporting W.A.A.G. and the La Veta Community! Our goal is to help pets stay in their homes!
Wheelhouse Incubator and Makerspace
Hands-On at the Wheelhouse - Bring Local Craftsmanship to Life at the Wheelhouse Incubator and Makerspace
The Wheelhouse Incubator and Makerspace is thrilled to announce the launch of its Hands-On at the Wheelhouse series! This immersive event line-up offers a unique shopping experience featuring live demonstrations by local artisans, fostering community connection through hands-on creative learning. Each event will allow attendees to engage directly with makers, explore new crafts, and pick up unique skills, all while supporting local businesses. These events are held at the Wheelhouse 609 Main Street in Walsenburg, are free, and open to all ages.
If you have additional events you would like to see on the calendar, please email [email protected] with details by Friday at noon!
