Fall 2025 Gatherings + Getaway Guide
SMALLTOWN FOR THE CAUSE
Music. Yoga. Community.
Join us for Smalltown For The Cause in downtown Salida, Colorado, September 19 & 20. Featuring two nights of Elephant Revival, Moontricks, Kat Factor (Gone Gone Beyond), Clay Street Unit, Lindsay Lou, Magoo and more! Plus, daily yoga classes, sound bath meditations, educational workshops, kids music activities led by Coletrain Music Academy, slacklining, late night shows around town, and a deep, connected community! Smalltown For The Cause remains grounded in its mission to foster music, movement and meaningful connection, all while giving back to local causes. The festival continues to be a platform for grassroots impact, family friendly experiences and deep community impact.
MUSEUMS OF WESTERN COLORADO
Explore Western Colorado’s Heritage with the Museums of Western Colorado Experience Pass
Make the most of the fall season with the Museums of Western Colorado Experience Pass — a one-week ticket for admission to all three unique museum sites. Dive into paleontology and geology at Dinosaur Journey Museum in Fruita; experience the region’s cultural history at the Museum of the West in Grand Junction; wander the historic apple orchard and transportation exhibits at Cross Orchards Historic Site (open May–December). Whether you’re traveling to the area or hosting visitors over the holidays, the Experience Pass is a perfect way to explore local culture. Ideal for families, history buffs and adventure seekers, the pass offers great value: $18 for children, $21 for seniors, military and students, and $24 for adults. Create lasting memories — grab your Experience Pass today!
STRiVE’S BOTANICAL OASIS
At the Heart of Grand Junction
Nestled along the Colorado River, the Western Colorado Botanical Gardens is a 15-acre jewel managed by local non-profit STRiVE. What was once a reclaimed site now flourishes with vibrant spaces from the serene Cactus and Antique Rose Gardens to the whimsical Children’s Secret Garden, peaceful Japanese Garden and lively Celebration Plaza. Indoors, a lush tropical rainforest and butterfly house invite guests to wander among orchids, koi, turtles and fluttering butterflies. More than a beautiful destination, the Gardens serve as a venue for life’s most memorable moments. From weddings and anniversary parties to corporate gatherings, our unique indoor and outdoor spaces create an unforgettable backdrop for any celebration. Every visit and event booking helps STRiVE provide programs and opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities making the Gardens a place where beauty, nature and community all thrive together.
Balcony Botanicals
Give your skin the getaway it deserves. Balcony Botanicals, inspired by Colorado’s climate, creates award-winning lavender skincare that pampers and restores. From soothing lotions and body oils to artisan soaps and balms, each small-batch product is crafted with pure, sustainable ingredients. A daily ritual that feels like a retreat.
970.439.0490
balconybotanicals.com
Chef Counter Experience at The Western Saloon & Grill
Discover mountain hospitality at its finest. Executive Culinary Chef John Broening blends wood-fired hearth cooking with French technique, seasonal flavors and ingredients sourced from local farmers and producers of the Western Slope. Nightly at 5:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Reserve at 970.497.1057 or OpenTable. thewesternouray.com
Ride Beyond: A Western Slope Weekend with The Cycle Effect
OCT. 10–12, 2025
GRAND JUNCTION
Three unforgettable days of riding, coaching, yoga, wine and luxury lodging — all for a cause. Every mile fuels The Cycle Effect’s mission to empower young women. Spots are limited — reserve yours now and ride with purpose.
thecycleeffect.org
Originally published in the fall 2025 issue of Spoke+Blossom.