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🔥 Top 3 Things To Do This Week 🔥
Saturday, October 17 | 1 PM | Stocker Stadium, Grand Junction | Ticketed
The Mavericks celebrate Homecoming Weekend with an afternoon showdown against Colorado School of Mines. It's the centerpiece of a busy home sports weekend, with volleyball and hockey also on the schedule. Grab your maroon and gold and come cheer on CMU!
Saturday, October 17 | 2–7 PM | Las Colonias Amphitheater, Grand Junction | Price: $5 per person, $10 per family, or $15 for families of 4 or more
Get ready for an afternoon of spooky fun for the whole family! This Halloween celebration features a costume contest, bounce houses, games, food trucks, vendors, music, and a Halloween movie. Costumes are encouraged, so dress up and join the festivities! Best of all, a portion of the proceeds will help provide Christmas stocking stuffers for children in the Mesa County foster care system.
Thursday, October 15 | 8 PM | Warehouse25Sixty-Five, Grand Junction | Ticketed
Country music star Chris Cagle brings his early-2000s hits to Grand Junction! Known for songs like "Chicks Dig It" and "What a Beautiful Day," Cagle delivers a high-energy show packed with country favorites.
📅 Mesa County Event Calendar
Monday, October 12
🎸 An Evening with Dr. Rocket (Acoustic) Time: 4:30 PM | Location: Triple Play Records, 530 Main St., Grand Junction | Price: TBD
Seattle-based indie and alternative musician Dr. Rocket performs an intimate acoustic set in downtown Grand Junction.
🎃 Moon Farm Pumpkin Patch & Fall Attractions Time: 10 AM–7 PM | Location: Moon Farm, Fruita | Price: $8 suggested donation, ages 4+
Enjoy a classic fall outing with pumpkins, whimsical farm exhibits, and seasonal haunted attractions. The farm's fall festivities continue daily through October 31.
🎲 Wizards & Wine Time: 5:30–9 PM | Location: Restoration Vineyards, Palisade | Price: $15
Combine wine tasting with an imaginative Dungeons & Dragons adventure! Guided by Theater of the Mind, this experience welcomes newcomers and seasoned players alike. Reservations required.
Tuesday, October 13
🎻 CMU String Orchestra: String Favorites Time: 7:30 PM | Location: Asteria Theatre, Colorado Mesa University, Grand Junction | Price: Ticketed
Enjoy an evening of classical music featuring Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 and Shostakovich's String Quartet No. 8, performed by CMU's talented string musicians.
🍷 Wine & Jazz Night with Mixed Bag Jazz Time: 6–8 PM | Location: KAFM Radio Room, 1310 Ute Ave., Grand Junction | Price: $15
Unwind with an intimate evening of live jazz, swing, and Latin rhythms from Mixed Bag Jazz. Doors open at 5:30 PM.
🤘 Exhorder Live Time: 6:30 PM | Location: Mesa Theater, Downtown Grand Junction | Price: Approximately $24
Heavy-metal veterans Exhorder bring their aggressive sound to the Mesa Theater alongside No/Más and supporting acts.
Wednesday, October 14
🎷 Spyro Gyra Time: 7:30 PM | Location: Asteria Theatre, Colorado Mesa University, Grand Junction | Price: Ticketed
The Grammy-nominated contemporary jazz group brings more than five decades of musical innovation to Grand Junction. Expect a lively performance blending jazz, funk, R&B, and world music.
🦇 The Poe Variety Show & Silent Auction Time: 6–8 PM | Location: KAFM Radio Room, 1310 Ute Ave., Grand Junction | Price: $20 suggested donation
Get into the spooky season with an Edgar Allan Poe-inspired evening featuring dramatic readings, creative performances, and a silent auction. The all-ages portion begins at 6:30 PM, followed by an adults-only show at 7:30 PM.
🎼 The World of Opera Time: 7–8:30 PM | Location: American Lutheran Church, 631 26½ Rd., Grand Junction | Price: Free
Experience some of opera's most recognizable instrumental music, featuring overtures and dances by Mozart, Bizet, Verdi, and other legendary composers.
Thursday, October 15
🤠 Chris Cagle Live Time: 8 PM | Location: Warehouse25Sixty-Five, Grand Junction | Price: Ticketed
Country star Chris Cagle brings his signature hits and energetic live performance to Grand Junction. Fans of early-2000s country won't want to miss this one!
🖨️ Smash Hunger Printer Smash Time: 5–7 PM | Location: ImageNet Consulting, 2297 Tall Grass Dr., Grand Junction | Price: Free entry; donations encouraged
Ever wanted to take out your frustrations on an old office printer? Here's your chance! Swing away for a good cause while supporting Food Bank of the Rockies and its efforts to fight local hunger.
🌽 Studt Farms Fall Festival Time: Noon–7 PM | Location: Studt Farms, Grand Junction | Price: From $22.85
Celebrate autumn with corn mazes, pumpkin picking, pig races, hayrides, and plenty of family-friendly activities at one of the Grand Valley's favorite fall destinations.
Friday, October 16
☕ Coffee for a Cure at The Human Bean Time: All day | Location: The Human Bean, 2501 North Ave., Grand Junction | Price: Regular menu prices
Your daily coffee can make a difference! The Human Bean is donating 100% of the day's food and beverage proceeds to St. Mary's Hospital Foundation to support local breast cancer patients.
👻 Ghostbusters at the Avalon Time: 7 PM | Location: Avalon Theatre, Downtown Grand Junction | Price: $13.60
Who ya gonna call? The original 1984 comedy classic returns to the big screen for a fun October movie night. Relive the ghosts, laughs, and unforgettable one-liners at the historic Avalon Theatre.
Time: 7 PM | Location: Clifton Christian Church, 3241 F ¼ Rd., Clifton | Price: $15 per person
Enjoy a delicious mystery with a side of cobbler! Girls on a Mission presents The Cobbler Caper, an audience-interactive murder mystery where guests become part of the action while enjoying a sweet dessert. Proceeds support Girls on a Mission, a Christ-centered program helping middle and high school girls grow in faith and character. A second performance takes place Saturday afternoon at 1:30 PM.
🎶 Western Colorado Chorale: Of Thee I Sing Time: 7:30 PM | Location: Love Recital Hall, Colorado Mesa University, Grand Junction | Price: $25.94–$27.30
Celebrate America's 250th birthday with an evening of patriotic music and American choral classics performed by the Western Colorado Chorale. A second performance takes place Saturday afternoon.
🎤 Jay Webb — The Homesick Tour Time: Doors @ 7 PM | Location: Warehouse25Sixty-Five, Grand Junction | Price: Ticketed
Up-and-coming country artist Jay Webb brings his Homesick Tour to Grand Junction, blending traditional country storytelling with a modern sound.
Saturday, October 17
🥕 Fruita Farmers Market | Time: 8:30 AM–12:30 PM | Location: Fruita Civic Center, 325 E. Aspen Ave., Fruita | Price: Free entry
Shop fresh local produce, handmade goods, artisan products, and more while supporting Grand Valley farmers and small businesses.
🛍️ Fruita Middle School Craft Fair | Time: 9 AM–4 PM | Location: Fruita Middle School, 1835 J Rd., Fruita | Price: Free
Get a head start on holiday shopping at this community craft fair featuring handmade gifts, creative goods, and products from local artisans.
🎃 2nd Annual Scarethusiast Club Halloween Bash | Time: 2–7 PM | Location: Las Colonias Amphitheater, Grand Junction | Price: $5 per person, $10 per family, or $15 for families of 4 or more.
Dress up and celebrate Halloween with games, inflatables, music, food trucks, vendors, and a Halloween movie! This community event also helps provide Christmas gifts for children in the Mesa County foster care system.
🎼 Western Colorado Chorale: Of Thee I Sing | Time: 3 PM | Location: Love Recital Hall, Colorado Mesa University, Grand Junction | Price: Ticketed
The Western Colorado Chorale presents a second performance of its patriotic concert celebrating America's 250th birthday through music.
Time: 6–9 PM | Location: Caprock Academy, 714 24½ Rd., Grand Junction | Price: Tickets start at $35, dinner included
There's been a murder in Grand Junction, and you're invited to solve it! Step into an interactive mystery dinner where guests examine evidence, uncover suspicious motives, and work together to identify the killer. Enjoy a catered dinner from Ristorante Pantuso's while competing to become Grand Junction's top detectives. Proceeds support Caprock Academy's senior class trip to Italy!
🤠 Tyce Delk Live Time: 7 PM (Doors at 6 PM) | Location: Warehouse25Sixty-Five, Grand Junction | Price: Ticketed
Rising country star Tyce Delk brings his powerful vocals and authentic country sound to Grand Junction! A fourth-generation rancher and musician from New Mexico, Delk is making waves with songs like "Adaline" and his blend of traditional country storytelling and modern energy. Catch this rising star for a Saturday night of great country music!
🎸 Grand Junction Rockestra Goes…Country (Rock) | Time: 7:30 PM | Location: Asteria Theatre, Colorado Mesa University, Grand Junction | Price: Ticketed
The Grand Junction Rockestra puts its own spin on country and Southern rock classics from Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, the Eagles, the Allman Brothers, and more. Special guest guitarist Bart Walker joins the high-energy performance.
Sunday, October 18
🎻 Celtic Thunder: Celebrate Your Favorite Songs | Time: 7 PM | Location: Avalon Theatre, Downtown Grand Junction | Price: Ticketed
The internationally acclaimed Celtic Thunder brings its powerful harmonies and theatrical performances to Grand Junction. Enjoy Irish and Scottish favorites alongside contemporary songs in an unforgettable evening of music.
🤘 Day X Day with As We Rise, Through the Smoke & Sadie Solstice | Time: 8 PM | Location: Mesa Theater, Downtown Grand Junction | Price: $20.72 online
Close out the weekend with a heavy-music showcase featuring Day X Day, As We Rise, Through the Smoke, and Sadie Solstice.
⭐ Good News Mesa County ⭐
The Grand Junction Lions Club continues to make a big difference across Mesa County, distributing $120,000 in grants to 10 local organizations this year!
Funded by proceeds from the club's annual raffle, the donations support a wide range of community needs. Recent awards include $7,000 for the District 51 Foundation and more than $21,000 toward renovations at Roice-Hurst Humane Society.
Applications for next year's grants are already open, giving even more local nonprofits the opportunity to benefit from the club's generosity.
An incredible partnership between a young rider and a rescue horse is earning international recognition!
Renata, a deaf horse at Grand Valley Horse Rescue, and her young handler Remy recently captured first place in the junior division of an International Horse Agility Club competition.
What makes their success especially remarkable is how they communicate. Rather than using verbal commands, Remy guides Renata through hand signals, demonstrating the patience, trust, and connection they've developed together.
It's a heartwarming example of how animals with disabilities can thrive with the right care and understanding.
🏈 This Week in Sports 🏈
Thursday, October 15
🏈 Fruita Monument Football vs. Denver South — 6:30 PM | Stocker Stadium, Grand Junction
Friday, October 16
🏈 Central Football vs. Green Mountain — 6 PM | Stocker Stadium, Grand Junction
🏒 CMU Men's Hockey vs. Colorado School of Mines — 7 PM | River City Sportplex, Grand Junction
Saturday, October 17
🏈 CMU Football vs. Colorado School of Mines — Homecoming — 1 PM | Stocker Stadium, Grand Junction
🏐 CMU Volleyball vs. Colorado School of Mines — Alumni Weekend — 5 PM | Brownson Arena, Grand Junction
🏒 CMU Men's Hockey vs. Colorado School of Mines — Homecoming — 7 PM | River City Sportplex, Grand Junction
🔜 Coming Up Soon
Big concerts, touring productions, and special events are headed to Mesa County! Here's a look further ahead so you can grab tickets and make plans before the big dates arrive.
October 30–31 | Asteria Theatre, Grand Junction | Ticketed
Just in time for Halloween, Colorado West Ballet brings Mary Shelley's classic tale to life through a dark and dramatic ballet. Three performances are scheduled, with audiences encouraged to dress up for the occasion.
Thursday, November 5 | 8 PM | Warehouse25Sixty-Five, Grand Junction | Ticketed
American Idol winner and rising country star Chayce Beckham brings his powerful vocals and breakout hit "23" to Grand Junction. Country fans will want to grab tickets early for this one!
Friday, November 6 | 7:30 PM | Avalon Theatre, Grand Junction | Ticketed
Relive one of rock's biggest albums as Black Jacket Symphony performs Bon Jovi's Slippery When Wet in its entirety, followed by more greatest hits. Expect favorites like "Livin' on a Prayer" and "Wanted Dead or Alive."
Saturday, November 7 | 6:30 PM | Avalon Theatre, Grand Junction | Ticketed
Stand-up comedian and Fox News personality Jimmy Failla brings his national comedy tour to Grand Junction. Known for his quick wit and everyday observations, Failla promises an evening of laughs at the Avalon.
Tuesday, November 10 | 7:30 PM | Asteria Theatre, Grand Junction | Ticketed
Step into a gravity-defying circus adventure inspired by the amusement parks of the 1980s! Cirque Mechanics combines breathtaking acrobatics, comedy, and incredible human-powered contraptions in a family-friendly spectacle.
November 17–18 | 7:30 PM | Asteria Theatre, Grand Junction | Ticketed
The Tony Award-winning Broadway musical comes to Grand Junction for two nights! This dazzling reimagining of The Wizard of Oz combines unforgettable music, spectacular choreography, and a soulful mix of gospel, rock, and funk.
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