Dunton Hot Springs in Colorado entices family travelers with a fun lineup of programming. The 1800s ghost town is now home to a collection of luxury alpine resorts, hot off a multimillion-dollar renovation.
Spirited Solstice (June 20)
Celebrate the longest day of the year with a summer kick-off party featuring a whiskey-paired dinner, flower-crown making workshop, yoga, live music and stargazing sessions.
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Independence Day (July 4)
Take part in fun activities at the Fourth of July celebration, including axe throwing, scavenger hunts, lawn games, a BBQ, parade and fireside s’mores.
Reset and Renew (July 17–20)
This four-day wellness retreat features sound healing, detox drinks, daily movement classes and nourishing meals.
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The Wilds and Waters Celebration (Aug. 8–10)
Perfect for nature lovers, this weekend experience highlights the art of fly fishing. In partnership with Orvis, the experience includes fly-fishing demos, group lessons, hikes and a BBQ with live music.
Perseid Meteor Shower (Aug. 12–13)
Experience this spectacular celestial event. With little light pollution, Dunton Hot Springs makes an ideal viewing location to see more than 50 meteors per hour during the event.
Autumn Fireside Feast (Sept. 5–7)
Enjoy a fall harvest culinary weekend with Anatolian Farms produce and beer pairings from WildEdge Brewing Collective.
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Mystery & Intrigue: Halloween at Dunton (Oct. 31)
Celebrate spooky season with a Wild West murder mystery dinner. Guests don 1800s attire during the suspenseful evening.
All event programming is included in the resort’s nightly rate.
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