What a great arts festival for a small town like Castle Rock! The event is attended by artists…read morefrom allover the country. Some of the sculpture, paintings, textiles and photographs will really amaze you. I love exploring the individual artists tents/ booths which showcase everything from modern art to folk art and hand knit hats. I bought some great jewelry pieces. It is wonderful to have that one of a kind piece handmade by artisans. I also purchased some gorgeous hand blown glass pieces at an excellent value. This year I spent a good deal of time just wandering around enjoying the live music, the birds of prey exhibit, the delicious food and snow cones! Wine & beer were also available for those who wanted to enjoy them. I try to go every year as it now signals me that summer is coming to an end and the leaves are turning beneath the Rock. Just go and enjoy a perfect end-of-summer event in Castle Rock.

A smallish art festival with a lot of 'home mortgage' and other stuff mixed in. Don't expect it to…read morebe Cherry Creek, but shows like Golden and Cheeseman are far superior to this one. I wouldn't travel to attend; nice if you're already in town and on the way to the store or something.

Rich and Cindy did an excellent job of capturing my son's personality for his senior pictures…read more They were open to location and settings: they used various angles, backgrounds and lighting to give us a wide range of pictures to select from. They kept the shoot fun and relaxing so my son didn't have to fake smile the whole time.

From the owner: We provide high quality Family Portraits, Senior Pictures, Engagements, Weddings, Events, and Fine…read moreArt Landscape and Wildlife Photography for your home or business. We are on-location photographers and don't have a studio. Homes, parks, downtowns, gardens, and historic places all act as our studios. We love to shoot photos in the natural light! We have several places to choose from but will welcome suggestions especially if you have a favorite spot.

The Colorado Renaissance Festival has been held in Larkspur for over 40 years and offers plenty of…read moreentertainment and food. This summer-only amusement park transforms the vast grounds into a medieval European town. Here, you'll find not only medieval architecture but also shops and stalls decorated in the style of that era. Visitors dressed as knights, priests, nobles, elves, monsters, and commoners make you feel as if you've stepped into the worlds of The Lord of the Rings and the King Arthur. Everyone is free to dress up and role-play, even the most eccentric outfits and bizarre makeup are welcome. Beyond that, there are all-day performances featuring street performers and jugglers, over a dozen food stalls, nearly a hundred unique shops, and quite a few one-of-a-kind rides. It's a place for all ages. While there are plenty of children visiting, there are actually even more "big kids" who haven't lost their sense of wonder. Once step inside, everyone is immersed in this realm of myth and fantasy. The place is open only on weekends, rain or shine. It gets very crowded, so visitors usually have to park quite a distance away and take the free shuttle bus. Both the parking lot and the park grounds have gravel paths, so avoid wearing clothes you'd hate to get dusty. There isn't much shade inside the park, so if you're sensitive to the sun, bring a parasol. There are many uphill and downhill paths, so those with mobility issues may find it easier to bring a walking stick. Since it's a medieval-themed town, most shops in the park don't accept credit cards, so remember to bring enough cash for food and drinks. Admission can be purchased at the ticket booth at the entrance or bought online in advance; once your hand is stamped, you can enter and exit freely throughout the day.

Sunday 8/3/2025 last day of the season…read more Parked on W17 grass lot. Shuttles to the entrance. Joust Arena daily shows: 11:30, 14:30, 17:30 Best foods is located at 'Kings Pantry or Queen's Pantry' on top of the hill. Globe Stage has music and shade and misting water tunnel. Map attached is upside down. The front gate is North. Tickets: $30 Turkey leg: $14 "Fare thee well"

Quaint, hipster little town. It has some local shops, as well as some touristy type places to buy…read moresouvenirs. The view is nice, with this town being at the base of the mointaind. It has a nice little mountain vibe and it's fun to walk from one end to the other to browse the shops.

Manitou Springs is an adorable, quaint little Rocky Mountain village outside of Colorado Springs…read morethat is a *must* for folks who enjoy an active lifestyle. The stairway to heaven known as the Manitou Incline https://www.yelp.com/biz/the-incline-manitou-springs is here, as well as nearby Cave of the Winds https://www.yelp.com/biz/cave-of-the-winds-mountain-park-manitou-springs, Pike's Peak https://www.yelp.com/biz/pikes-peak-americas-mountain-cascade-2 and Garden of the Gods https://www.yelp.com/biz/garden-of-the-gods-visitor-and-nature-center-colorado-springs with all of their trails and scenic views. Plus, you can sip from several different naturally carbonated springs http://manitoumineralsprings.org/pdf_files/brochure.pdf and eat some fabulous meals & desserts at the numerous quirky restaurants on the main drag. When you're ready to slow down, you can visit one of 11 art galleries. Almost everything is accessible on foot or via the free shuttle system that circulates through town. It's about 75 miles or a 90-minute drive from Denver (depending on traffic), but if you have the extra time and don't want to drive or park, you can take a Bustang $12 fare South Line https://www.ridebustang.com/south-line bus into Colorado Springs and from there catch the $2 fare #3 shuttle into Manitou https://coloradosprings.gov/sites/default/files/rt3_spweb2018.pdf. Free parking is available at Memorial Park https://www.yelp.com/biz/memorial-park-manitou-springs, from which you can take a free shuttle https://www.yelp.com/biz/bus-system-mountain-metropolitan-transit-colorado-springs-2 into town, the Incline, or the Pike's Peak Cog stop, but walking most of the village itself is totally doable from the park if you are fit. Don't forget your refillable bottles for the spring water! More helpful links (since Yelp doesn't want to update the biz listing to include a relevant URL): Mineral Springs CC & Visitor's Bureau https://manitousprings.org/ Mineral Springs Foundation http://manitoumineralsprings.org Mineral Springs City Government http://www.manitouspringsgov.com/

Rick is very POWERFUL and intuitive. His words and wisdom brought me so much clarity for my new…read moreNOW. Everything was concise and clear and resonated with my soul. Thank you Rick for following your own power and believing in it. You have inspired me to not be afraid of my own power. Thank you! I highly recommend and will be reaching back out for another follow up session.

Rick gave me the best reading I've ever had with any psychic 2 months ago. I left with so much…read moreclarity and felt hopeful and powerful about upcoming changes. As I've watched everything he's said unfold and done the work that he suggested, my life feels more on track then it has in a long time. I listen to the reading often when I feel down or in a fog and it lifts me right back up again. He is also one of the most genuinely kind and thoughtful people I've met. And his intuitive clarity is amazing. I would highly recommend him to anybody!

Wow, my yesterday's visit to this historic park was so mesmerizing. It's because of their annual…read more(?) "Bright Nights" (originally a lantern festival.) It is said that they unveil a brand new theme each year and this year's theme appears to be focused on some Eastern cultures such as cherry blossom and bamboo forest with pandas. Not that I have been to many lights shows and yet I must say that I have never seen anything quite like this as far as my recollection is accurate. In its 12-acre land, the installations of lantern lights are everywhere. After 8:30pm or so when it's dark, the illuminations from the lanterns are glowing brighter than Las Vegas' illuminations (LOL - why am I comparing this to Las Vegas!!) According to the park's website, some of the sculptures are 23-foot tall (such as the cherry blossom gate.) It's currently open from Wednesday through Sunday until October 5th. And last night's was one of the adult-only nights where you must be 21+ to enter (I believe the next and last such night is Sept 17th. And this writing is as of late August of 2025.) I am already curious as to what the next year's theme is going to be. There is a centralized bar, some food vendors, a stage where a performer performs, and a DJ booth. Great for family time, girls' night or date night. Helpful staff were working tirelessly to assist all visitors. Although about 1,300 tickets were sold last night, it was never super jammed packed. There is still time to visit this enchanting light show. Not only for the locals but definitely one of the must-visit attractions for out-of-staters as well.

Recently went to the Bright Lights event at this park and had a wonderful experience walking around…read morethe luminous colorful tall lanterns. Every inch of the 12 acres had lights and even in the trees and bushes. So many details that it seemed realistic. Many of the lanterns were interactive such as stationary bikes or cranks to power the lights to glow even brighter. The staff were friendly and happy to help. This event is for young and old and I highly recommend going!

Overall: 6/10 Food: 6/10…read moreService: 5/10 Atmosphere: 7/10 Value: 6/10 This is a private club and we've had the social membership for the last three years. We typically use our membership for the Easter, Mother's Day, and Santa Brunch. We add in a 3-4 additional dinners through the year. The food is average and the service is completely hot or miss. Some of the seasoned wait staff is good. I can appreciate that they employ high school students for food running and busing but unfortunately it hurts the overall service experience as they really haven't been well trained or managed. It's an expensive country club and golf club so the expectation of good service is higher than a normal restaurant. We've decided to not renew our membership for 2026. It is not worth the membership fee and the food spend requirements.

Amazing golf course. It's like playing golf in the Garden of the Gods because of all of the rock…read moreformations. We had our daughter's wedding there. It's an amazing beautiful place to have a wedding!!!