by Brian Bartlett | Apr 21, 2026
Join us in Montezuma Park at the corner of Market & Montezuma in Cortez, CO for this annual outdoor market featuring vendors, live music, dancing, food & drink and community fun! This year the City of Cortez is celebrating not only the 150th anniversary of...
by Brian Bartlett | Feb 11, 2026
Mark your calendars for the First Annual Heritage Days! This two-day event will celebrate the rich history, culture, and community of Cortez, Montezuma County, and the surrounding region. Featuring iconic local exhibitors, hands-on demonstrations and activities, live...
by Brian Bartlett | Feb 11, 2026
Hosted by the Mancos Creative District, BurroFest celebrates the spirited nature of burros through art and interaction. The 2026 event is a “Burro Birthday Bash” honoring Colorado’s 150th anniversary, with a themed obstacle course representing state...
by Casey Adams | Oct 30, 2025 | Articles, Culture & Art, Itineraries, Outdoor Fun
Story By Casey Adams. Photos by Kassia Vinsel & Giselle Coronado Mesa Verde Country is at a unique intersection of timeless culture and natural wonders. Building a visit around both allows you to experience the landscape through the eyes of ancient peoples and...
by Brian Bartlett | Oct 21, 2025
Celebrate Halloween with a Ghost Tour! Cortez Tours has teamed up with the folks at Squirrel Congress to bring you a weekend of history-filled, spooky ghost tours! (And the return of the ever-mysterious Doctor Pops!) This is a Halloween haunt that you must experience!...
