BizWest Events

24th Annual Realities for Children Ride & Rally
2025-08-30 08:00 - 11:00 (America/Denver) | Grimm Brothers Brewing-Taproom and Kitchen, 815 14th St. SW B100, loveland, CO, 80537, United States
The Realities Ride & Rally is a celebration of our community coming together to make a difference in the lives of children who have been abused, neglected or at-risk in Northern Colorado. “Every Mile Helps A Child” as the Ride spans across multiple cities and is open to the public. Registered Riders and Passengers are part of the poker run where one lucky rider takes home the $1500 Cash Prize as the winner of the World’s Largest Poker Run!

Women of Distinction
2025-08-27 16:00 - 19:00 | Fort Collins Marriott, 350 E Horsetooth Road, Fort Collins, 80525
Celebrating women committed to our community who exemplify the best of success in Larimer and Weld counties.
Since 2009, BizWest has presented Women of Distinction awards to deserving individuals in these eleven categories: Leading Lady, Banking & Finance, Business & Business Services, Education, Exceptional Volunteer, Government, Energy & Utilities, Health Care, Manufacturing, Nonprofit, Outstanding Mentor, and, Real Estate, Construction and Development.
Join us in celebrating these amazing women.

9th Annual Sustainable Transportation Summit
2025-08-26 08:00 - 11:00 | Longmont Mueum, 400 Quail Road, Longmont, CO, 80501, United States
Shaping the Future of Aviation, Transportation, and Economic Vitality
Join us for an in-depth exploration of Colorado’s evolving transportation landscape at this forward-looking event. Did you know that Denver International Airport (DEN) is Colorado’s largest employer and the sixth busiest airport in the world? This year’s Summit will focus on DEN’s role in our state’s economic development, as well as sustainability and multimodal connectivity in and around the airport.
Phil Washington, Keynote Speaker
It is with great enthusiasm that we announce our keynote speaker for the 2025 Sustainable Transportation Summit: Phil Washington, the CEO of Denver International Airport (DEN). Mr. Washington will provide a comprehensive presentation about DEN’s economic development, equity, and sustainability efforts, including their Transportation Demand Management (TDM) plan

Field of Hope - Farm to Table Dinner
2025-08-23 17:00 - 20:00 | MASA Seed Foundation, 1367 N. 75th St, Boulder, 80303
Take part in an unforgettable evening dedicated to fostering a well-fed community. We’ll begin with a cocktail hour and private farm tour of MASA Seed Foundation’s gardens. Following this, enjoy a seasonally-inspired meal prepared using the finest, locally sourced ingredients that Colorado has to offer. Enjoy the fellowship of a generous community of Boulder’s philanthropists, business owners, and community leaders in an atmosphere of joy and connection. All proceeds directly support our mission to provide supplemental food assistance to Boulder families and individuals in need.

Pints in the Park
2025-08-23 14:00 - 18:00 | Community Park, Louisville, CO, 80027, Bella Vista Drive, Louisville, 80027
Pints in the Park 2025: Cheers to Colorado’s Craft – Sip, Savor and Celebrate at Community Park
🍻 That One Perfect Saturday — Poured Just for You
Pints in the Park returns on Saturday, August 23 at Community Park with 100+ samples, live music, lawn games, food trucks & more!
This isn’t just any brewfest—it’s one of the largest tasting events in Colorado, featuring award-winning pours from Deschutes, Outer Range, Crystal Springs, Cellar West, and more. 🍻Two live music stages / Silent Disco by Big Little Sound / VIP Experience / Bucking bronco, mini golf and plenty of fun!
Distilleries, cideries, wineries , cocktails & N/A options
⚠️ 21+ only — grab your tickets before they’re gone!
👉 Tickets by Eventbrite: https://Pints25.eventbrite.com
Designated Driver tix just $5

Monster Day
2025-08-23 12:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Greeley, 8th Street Plaza, 9th Street Plaza, 9th Avenue between 8th and 9th Street, Greeley, 80631
Monster Day morphs and changes a little each year and we were thrilled to see the best attendance ever in 2024. This year we estimate over 10k monsterous attendees roaming the streets of Greeley and visiting over 80 different spooky vendors offering their creative crafts and creations. From custom cotton candy creatures at Slushed all the way to macabre and monster themed jewelry and home decor by Occult Creations and so much more! The event also includes a Scream Competition, Costume Contest, an interactive conga line dance, Distortions Unlimited Extravaganza, and live mask making.

NOCOVA Monthly Meet at St. Julien in Boulder (Hotel Lobby)
2025-08-23 10:00 - 12:00 | St. Julien Hotel & Spa, 900 Walnut St,, Boulder, 80302
We are meeting in the lobby of the St Julien hotel!
NOCOVA is Northern Colorado Visual Arts – the social arm of Makeshift Entertainment Media Education (MEME). We’re a professional networking meetup for primarily filmmakers but we welcome all creatives. A meeting of minds to spark opportunities in our creative endeavors.
Conversate, and Collaborate!
Free weekend parking is available in any city owned parking garage, including under St. Julien.

Tour De Fat - 25th Annual
2025-08-23 09:30 - 19:00 | Downtown Fort Collins, CO, 80524, United States
Tour de Fat rolls into another year of bikes, beer, and bicycle advocacy
Tour de Fat, the World’s Greatest Costumed Bike Parade, returns Saturday, Aug. 23, for another pedal-powered party for all ages. Celebrating its 26th year, New Belgium’s free festival of beer, bikes, and bemusement continues to support bicycle advocacy, with nearly $6 million raised to-date for local organizations working to make biking safer, more accessible, and fun for everyone.

Unity in the Community
2025-08-22 16:00 - 21:00 | 4h & Kimbark, Downtown Longmont, Longmont, United States
There’s something for everybody at Unity in the Community! An annual Longmont Chamber event, Unity is a celebration of Longmont— the people, the businesses, the arts, and the culture of our city collide at this vibrant festival.
Unity in the Community is a can’t-miss summer street festival: free, family-friendly, and full of local flavor! Featuring more than 100 local businesses and non-profits, it’s Longmont’s biggest block party.
Come celebrate Longmont with us downtown and enjoy local food, drinks, games, and live music from The Spicy Pickles!

Lafayette Peach Festival
2025-08-16 09:00 - 16:00 | Old Town Layfayette, Public Road, Layfayette, CO, 80026, United States
Join us for a delightful celebration centered around the world-famous, all-natural Palisade, Colorado peaches! Indulge in delicious peach pies and peach cobbler while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere!
Event Highlights:

Culinary Delights:Savor pans of fresh peach pies, peach cobbler, and peach hand pies. Individual servings of peach cobbler are available for sale at Festival Plaza and in front of Lafayette Florist (while supplies last).
Peach Truck Locations:Indulge with more than 30,000 pounds of peaches from Palisade Organic Peach Ranch, Morton’s Orchards, and Tate Orchards.
Vendor Showcase:Explore a diverse array of 150+ food vendors, crafters, antique dealers, and some of the finest artists from the Front Range and Western States.
Children’s Activities:Additional kids’ entertainment is available in the parking lot of Senor Gomez Restaurant. Additional fees may apply for the inflatables.
Meet the Chamber Staff:Attendees are more than welcome to visit the Lafayette Chamber booth to meet and chat with the Chamber staff.

We look forward to seeing you at the Peach Festival for a fun-filled day celebrating our delicious Palisade peaches!

Buff's Annual Kick-Off Luncheon
2025-08-15 11:30 - 14:00 | CU Indoor Practice Field
Calling all Buffs fans — it’s time to gear up! The 36th Annual Colorado Football Boulder Chamber Kickoff Luncheon is back, and you’re invited to join us in the ultimate preseason celebration.
After a monumental 2024 season and an Alamo Bowl appearance, this year’s program brings together CU legends and Boulder leaders for an unforgettable afternoon. You’ll hear from:

CU Athletic Director Rick George
Head Coach Deion “Coach Prime” Sanders
Boulder Chamber President & CEO John Tayer
The full CU Football Team and Coaching Staff

Let’s rally together as we drive downfield into the 2025 season.

BIFA – Breckenridge International Festival of Arts
2025-08-15 - 2025-08-24 | 150 West Adams Avenue, Breckenridge, CO, 136 S. Main Street, Breckenridge, CO, 80424
The Breckenridge International Festival of Arts (BIFA) is a celebration of adventure, creativity, nature, and play. From public art installations to music, circus, and family activities, BIFA is an eclectic mix of local, national and international artists. The 10-day festival brings together a diverse mix of performances and exhibitions, inviting audiences to engage with the town and its surrounding trails and natural landscapes in unexpected ways. Most of the events are free and open to the public. BIFA is produced by BreckCreate.

Regioanl Business After Hours - NoCo Chambers
2025-08-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Canvas Stadium, 751 W. Pitkin St., Fort Collins, CO, 80521
Continuing the theme of community shared by the Northern Colorado Chambers of Commerce, Canvas Credit Union and CSU and the collaborative efforts the community partners enjoy. All Chamber members, Ram fans and the community are invited to attend.

Food and drink will be served. Admission is $20/members and $30/non-member. Please select your Chamber when registering.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Fort Collins Chamber Golf Classic
2025-08-04 08:00 - 17:00 | Fort Collins Country Club, 1920 Country Club Road, Fort Collins, CO, 80524, United States
Join us for our 2025 Golf Classic!
We are thrilled to announce the 2025 Golf Classic will be a two-flight golf tournament at the Fort Collins Country Club!
The tournament will now include morning and afternoon groups so more members of our business community can enjoy a day on the greens and make new business connections during the event. Spend a day on the links and enjoy cold drinks, good food, and goody bags!
Networking lunch is available for all golfers at noon!
For more information about sponsorship opportunities for the 2025 Golf Classic, please contact: kmedina@fcchamber.org

Fort Lupton Chamber - 90th Anniversary Celebration
2025-07-30 16:00 - 18:00 | 330 Park Ave, Fort Lupton, CO, 80621, United States
You’re Invited to a Special Celebration!
The Fort Lupton Chamber of Commerce is turning 90 — and we want to celebrate with YOU!

NOCOVA Monthly Meet at St. Julien in Boulder (Hotel Lobby)
2025-07-26 10:00 - 12:00 | St. Julien Hotel & Spa, 900 Walnut St,, Boulder, 80302
We are meeting in the lobby of the St Julien hotel!
NOCOVA is Northern Colorado Visual Arts – the social arm of Makeshift Entertainment Media Education (MEME). We’re a professional networking meetup for primarily filmmakers but we welcome all creatives. A meeting of minds to spark opportunities in our creative endeavors
Conversate, and Collaborate!
Free weekend parking is available in any city owned parking garage, including under St. Julien.

Amazing Race - Downtown Greeley
2025-07-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Greeley Ice Haus, 900 8th Ave, Greeley, 80631, United States
The Northern Colorado Young Professionals (NOCO YP), is thrilled to
announce the 2nd Annual Amazing Race,
This high-energy event invites young professionals and community members alike to experience an evening of camaraderie, competition, and local discovery — all within the heart of Downtown Greeley.
Participants will be grouped into teams on-site and embark on a fast-paced, one-mile adventure featuring interactive challenges at various downtown businesses.
“This event is about more than just a race — it’s about building connections, exploring our vibrant downtown, and celebrating the spirit of Greeley,” said a spokesperson for NOCO YP. “It’s
a fun way to meet new people, challenge yourself, and support our local businesses.”
All finishing participants will receive a complimentary drink ticket and food to celebrate their accomplishment. Space is limited, and spots are filling up quickly, so early registration is
encouraged.

Roots & Rhythm Music Festival
2025-07-12 12:00 - 21:00 | Left Hand Beer Garden, 1265 Boston Ave., Longmont, 80501
Get ready for Roots & Rhythm, a one-of-a-kind music festival that blends local bands, craft beer, and food trucks—all in support of Community Food Share’s mission to fight hunger in Boulder and Broomfield Counties.
This high-energy event invites attendees to “be part of something bigger than the music.” Roots & Rhythm delivers something for every music lover—from funk to bluegrass to Latin grooves.
Proceeds benefit Community Food Share, which provides more than 30,000 meals a day through a network of 40+ local partners including Broomfield FISH, EFAA, OUR Center, Sister Carmen Community Center, and the ROUND PANTRY. That’s enough to feed a sold-out Red Rocks crowd—three full meals—every single day.
“Roots & Rhythm is more than a music festival—it’s a reminder of what we can do when we come together.

2025 State of Business
2025-06-25 16:00 - 18:00 | The Biergarten at Anheuser-Busch, 2351 Busch, Fort Collins, CO, 80526, United States
State of Business brings together business leaders, entrepreneurs, and community members to network and gain insights into the dynamic Fort Collins business landscape.
Learn from industry experts about the latest economic initiatives, technological advancements, and industry-specific news. And discover how the Chamber is working in collaboration with businesses to support growth and drive economic development in the region.

Quid Novi: Leveraging Competitive Uniqueness
2025-06-24 17:30 - 19:30 | Forge Campus, 815 14th St SW, Loveland, 80537
Quid Novi’s June showcase, through presentations from Trebuchet’s Chris Hutchinson and artist Paul Kirby, will examine how to identify uniqueness and use it for innovative purposes.

Boulder Valley Middle-Income Housing Summit
2025-06-24 08:00 - 11:30 | Fox Hill Club, 1400 CO-119, Longmont, CO, 80504, United States
Join BizWest and the Boulder Chamber for a pivotal event aimed at fostering collaboration and innovation in addressing the pressing issues of affordable housing in Boulder Valley. Bringing together stakeholders from the private and public sectors, including real estate developers, government officials, and community members, this event promises a dynamic working session. Together, we will delve into key challenges facing our communities and workforce, seeking actionable solutions and forging partnerships that will shape the future of affordable housing in our region. Your expertise and insights are invaluable as we work towards creating sustainable and inclusive housing opportunities for all.

GPF Golf Tournament to Benefit ChildSafe
2025-06-20 07:30 - 14:30 | Southridge Golf Course, 5750 S LeMay Ave., Fort Collins, CO, 80525, United States
Goodwin Petrilli Financial Annual Charity Golf Tournament
Join us for a day on the green — on us! As a heartfelt thank you to our clients and community, Goodwin Petrilli Financial is proud to host a complimentary charity golf tournament for you and a guest
Enjoy a round of golf, lunch, and the chance to win exciting raffle prizes — all while supporting an incredible cause. While participation is free, donations are highly encouraged and will go directly to ChildSafe Colorado to support their mission of offering counseling and therapy to victims of child abuse in our community. Every dollar raised helps ensure no child is ever turned away from the care they need! To learn more click here!
This year ChildSafe celebrated their 39th year of offering their services to our communities most vulnerable and never having to turn away any child in need. Your donations will be making a direct impact in our community. Click here to Donate!

Night on the Town - Downtown Loveland
2025-06-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Loveland, 503 N. Lincoln Ave., Loveland, CO, 80538, United States
The Loveland Downtown District is excited to announce 20 years of celebrating Night on the Town in Downtown Loveland. Our organization is thrilled to be a part of this wonderful community tradition, and we look forward to celebrating many more years of culture, arts, dining, and community in our Historic Downtown.
There will be live music and artists throughout downtown, our Art Galleries have some wonderful special events planned, the Valentine Flea will be set up in multiple locations (The Foundry Plaza & the Pocket Park on 4th) and bars and restaurants will be offering specials and discounts to celebrate this great night.
When the weather warms up and the days get longer, our streets come alive!

Mercury 100 / IQ Awards
2025-06-12 16:30 - 19:00 | Trailhead Cafe, 375 Meadowlark Drive, Berthoud, CO, 80513, United States
BizWest presents the Mercury 100 Fastest-Growing Private Companies Awards and the IQ Awards (Innovation Quotient) in one gala event, and we want you to be a part of the celebration!
The Mercury 100 list is ranked by percentage revenue growth over a two-year period in both market areas. 50 companies in each are divided into five “flights” of 10, with the highest revenue earners in flight one. Those 10 companies are then ranked by their percentage revenue growth over a two-year period. The Mercury 100 Lists are compiled by BizWest’s research department.
The IQ Awards celebrate and showcase the region’s most-innovative companies.

KRFC Birthday Bash
2025-06-07 12:00 - 19:00 | Odell Brewing Company, 800 E Lincoln, Fort Collins, CO, 80524, United States
KRFC 88.9 FM, Northern Colorado’s nonprofit community radio station, is proud to announce its 22nd Birthday Bash. This exciting event promises a day filled with live music, food trucks, local vendors, family activities and exclusive giveaways, all in celebration of more than two decades of enriching the community through music and programming.

2025 Berthoud Day
2025-06-07 10:00 - 19:00 | Berthoud Town Park, 320 6th St, Berthoud, CO, 80513, United States
This year, Berthoud Day is celebrating the hero in all of us! From the caped crusaders of comic books to the everyday champions in our community, heroes come in all shapes, sizes, and stories.
Join us for a super-powered celebration featuring a dynamic parade, live entertainment, delicious food, family-friendly activities, and plenty of heroic surprises. Don your cape (or your everyday superpowers) and be part of a day that honors the the strength, kindness, and courage that make our community extraordinary!

Boulder County Film Commission presents its Spring Schmoozer!
2025-05-22 17:00 - 19:30 | Boulder Theater, 2032 14th St., Boulder, 80302, United States
Lights, Camera… Schmooze! Join fellow filmmakers, digital creatives, and industry insiders for a night of celebration and connection as we toast Sundance coming to Boulder! This is your moment to get inspired, build your network, and tap into the creative energy shaping Boulder’s rising film scene. Space is limited at this free event.

A Human Experience - Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra
2025-05-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Union Colony Civic Center, 701 10th Avenue, Greeley, CO, 80631, United States
Life for us all is filled with moments of great joy, sadness, and every emotion in between. “A Human Experience” explores this vast spectrum through Mozart’s cleverly comedic Cosí fan tutte Overture, Anna Clyne’s jovial “Masquerade,” and Rachmaninoff’s nostalgic Symphonic Dances. Concluding the season, the GPO is honored to premiere Composer-in-Residence Dylan Fixmer’s Concerto for Electric Cello – a three movement work for solo electric cello and symphony orchestra commissioned for GPO Principal cellist Becky Kutz Osterberg. This new work is based on Becky’s experiences navigating lifelong depression and depicts sets of characteristics that embody her emotional journey. This piece is dedicated to those facing these challenges, shedding light on the often silent agony of navigating mental health issues.

Frontier House 14th Annual Breakfast
2025-05-14 07:30 - 09:00 | Double Tree by Hilton at Lincoln Park, 919 7th Street, Greeley, 80631
Clubhouses, like Frontier House, foster dignity, self-respect, and success for persons with mental illness by connecting members to the community and supporting members in achieving their full potential. Mark your calendars and join us for a morning of inspirational stories of how Frontier House changes lives of people living with mental illness.

Longmont Highlands Golf Tournament
2025-05-12 08:00 - 14:00 | Lake Valley Golf Club, 4400 Lake Valley Drive, Niwot, CO, 80503, United States
Links, Lochs, and Legendary Shots… Golf with us on May 12!

Gather your golf mates and bring your tartan flair— the Longmont Chamber’s annual golf tournament returns May 12 with a Scottish twist!
Whether you’re swinging for glory, networking with the best, or just in it for a good time, there’s still room to register your team or sign up as a sponsor. This event is one of the Chamber’s most spirited traditions—and a great way to stand out in front of the business community.
