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Cherry Days Parade

Cherry Days Parade Nestled in the picturesque valley of Colorado, Paonia bursts into a kaleidoscope of color and joy as it celebrates its cherished tradition – the Cherry Days Parade. Held annually on the 4th of July, this parade is a highlight of the town’s summer festivities, drawing locals and visitors alike to revel in its charm and vibrancy.

Cherry Days Cornhole Tournament

Cherry Days Cornhole Tournament Cherry Days is beginning a new tradition – the Cherry Days Cornhole Tournament! The popular backyard bean bag tossing tournament will take place at the town park. Hurry down to the Paonia Town Park to register for a chance to win! Teams will play in several best two-out-of-three single-elimination rounds. The winning team will be…

Cherry Pit Spit

Cherry Pit Spit The ever-popular Cherry Pit Spit contest is back at the center of Town Park. Sponsored by Honey Rock Landing Orchard, the contest will have three age divisions: ages 5-10, 11-15, and 16 and over. Prizes will be offered based on age group. Contestants can sign up at the Cherry Days Booth at the Paonia Town Park,…

Baking Contest

Baking Contest Made something special you want to share with the world? Bring your “cherry” item to the Cherry Days booth located at the town park for judging. Items will be judged on the use of cherries, presentation, and flavor. Entries must be in a disposable container. Please be aware that no refrigeration is provided. The Cherry Days committee…

Bulls & Broncs Challenge

Bulls & Broncs

Kids Creation Zone

Kids Creation Zone Bring the kids to Paonia Town Park and get over to the Arts for All’s Creation Zone! The kids zone features nature crafts, face painting, and more! This event is free to the public! All kids need is the will to create! Arts for All was founded in 2016 during the recession in an attempt to…

Free Climbing Wall

Free Climbing Wall Ever tried rock climbing? The Nature Connection is bringing a 30-foot mobile climbing wall to Cherry Days! Kids climb for free! That’s right, free rock climbing at Cherry Days. Challenge your friends, challenge yourself, learn a new sport! Donations are accepted. All proceeds will go toward school-year climbing programs. Climbing will start after the parade. Just…

Ute Trails Car Club

Ute Trails Car Club One of the local favorite traditions associated with Cherry Days is the annual appearance of the Ute Trails Car Club. The club brings a host of classic cars to join in the Cherry Days parade, and then fi nd their way to the park so festival goers have a chance to get up close and…

Annual Cherry Days Softball Tournament

Cherry Days Softball Tournament This will be another exciting year for the Cherry Days Softball Tournament held at Volunteer Park off Mathews Lane. There will be men's, women's, and co-ed matches being played for even more fun on the field. All games have a one-hour time limit. The Gold and Silver brackets will be decided after the first round…

5K Race

Cherry Days 5K Race Don't miss out on this year’s Paonia K8 School Cherry Days 5K Run/Walk. Registration on race day will start in Apple Valley Park. Age brackets for the competition are 12 and under, 13 to 18, 19 to 35, 36 to 60, and seniors. All proceeds go to the Paonia K8 school for student achievement awards,…

Paonia Museum Ice Cream Social

Paonia Museum Ice Cream Social Each year, on the 4th of July, the Paonia Museum opens its doors to the public and serves up ice cream and root beer floats on the lawn of the museum and old schoolhouse. The museum and schoolhouse hold a treasure trove of historical displays showcasing the early days of Paonia and the North…

Pancake Breakfast

Pancake Breakfast Pancakes, sausage, and juice – oh my! The Rotary Club of the North Fork Valley will be hosting the annual pancake breakfast again this year on Tuesday, July 4. Volunteers will be serving up buttermilk pancakes, blueberry pancakes, gluten-free pancakes, link sausages, orange juice, and coffee. Get your food while it’s hot at Paonia Town Hall. It’s…

Wood Splitting Contest

Wood Splitting Contest Do you have axe-swinging skills? Show them off at the annual Cherry Days Wood Splitting Contest, sponsored by Redemption Mill and Earth Friendly Supply. The timed event will be held at Paonia Town Park at the east end of the gazebo stage. This event is always a crowd-pleaser and lots of fun. Local emcees will be…

Beer and Wine Garden

Beer and Wine Garden Stop by the beer and wine tent for some local libations! This year, several local breweries and wine cellars will be represented. Chrysalis Brewing will have Raspberry Hard Seltzer, Barrel Aged Red, and Barrel Aged Cherry Sour available. Paonia United Brewing will offer Cherry Beer, Shandy – a light lemonade ale, a Porterhouse, and Parked…

Wow Factor Attractions

Wow Factor Attractions Wow Factor Attractions once again returns to Cherry Days with several inflatables to entertain festival-goers of all ages! Wow Factor Attractions will be open on Monday, July 3, and Tuesday, July 4. Tickets can be purchased at the booth next to the attractions on the football field. Wow Factor specializes in providing the newest inflatable attractions…

West Elks AVA

West Elks AVA The West Elks American Viticultural Area (AVA) spreads throughout Delta county on the Western Slope of Colorado. It boasts of some of the highest vineyards in North America and the wineries produce some of the best Colorado wine. This high mesa area in the Colorado Rockies may seem like an unlikely place to grow grapes and…

Melodrama

Melodrama The Paonia Players present the first showing of the Cherry Days melodrama, Cornfield of Dreams or The Villain Was a Laughing Stalk, written by Rachel Davidson and directed by Merrily Talbott. Performances will take place at the Paradise Theatre. All advance tickets are available online only at www.paoniaplayers.org. Day-of-show tickets will be available at the door. Proceeds benefit…

Friday Night Frolics

Friday Night Frolics Paonia Creative District will be buzzing on Friday night before Cherry Days! Make your way downtown to enjoy gallery openings, live music, food and drink specials. During the art walk, you can explore different venues and experience a wide range of art forms, including paintings, sculptures, photography and installations. Find art shows at The Looking Glass,…

Antique Tractors

Antique Tractors An impressive antique tractor collection will be on display in the corner lot at Samuel Wade Road and Niagra, next to Berg Harvest Mercantile. Many of these metal behemoths are still operational, and several make their way into the Cherry Days parade. Most of the machines in this tractor treasury date back to the early 1900’s. Local…

Downtown Day

Downtown Day Downtown Day is a Paonia tradition where local businesses can display their goods and showcase their services. There will be plenty of opportunities to grab lunch or a tasty treat. Don’t miss the barbecue outside First Colorado National Bank. This is a fundraiser for the North Fork Miners Volleyball team, and there is always a bevy of…

Paonia’s Got Talent

Paonia’s Got Talent Do you have a special talent? If so, the Cherry Days Community Talent Show is the place to be. The talent show, hosted by Michael Zimmerle, will be at the gazebo stage in Paonia Town Park. This family-friendly show is sure to entertain the crowd. Music, dance, drama, poetry reading, and much more are in store.…