Anytime you have an upcoming trip to Steamboat Springs on the calendar, you’ll find it to be an exciting and inspiring journey. However, adventurers who are fortunate enough to be heading this way over Halloween will find the city’s calendar packed with even more options for seasonal holiday fun to enjoy! Whether you’re looking for a place to trick-or-treat or you’re excited to make the most of end-of-season hiking, there’s something wonderful waiting here for you. The following are just a few reasons you’ll definitely want to spend Halloween in Steamboat Springs this year!
Enjoy Participating in the Annual Downtown Halloween Stroll Event
Every year, travelers heading to Steamboat Springs and locals alike can make the most of Halloween fun together at the annual downtown Halloween Stroll! This highly anticipated event is designed for the very best of family-friendly fun and has been a staple tradition in this mountain community since 1991. During the Halloween Stroll, downtown streets are closed off to traffic, and participants are invited to come decked out in their best Halloween costumes to enjoy trick-or-treating from one business to another. While collecting candy is always a highlight activity, the Halloween Stroll also includes live music, drum circles, costume contests, and even fire dancers! It’s a safe and fun space to make the most of Halloween fun in Steamboat Springs each October and a wonderful way to connect with local businesses here too. There’s no cost to attend but you’ll want to show up early to make the most of every moment.
Dress Up for Halloween Fun at Off the Beaten Path Books
Steamboat Springs, Colorado is a vacation destination packed with fun and unique stops to check out. Among the many places you’ll want to add to your itinerary any time of year is the Off the Beaten Path Bookstore and Café found at 58 9th Street. This bookstore is whimsical, colorful, and brimming over with amazing selections that can be browsed daily between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm. However, a stop here over Halloween comes with even more to look forward to. The bookstore typically hosts an annual costume party for the public where guests can dress in their Halloween best and drop by to mix and mingle in the name of Halloween fun! The costume party at Off the Beaten Path Bookstore and Café also includes snacks, drinks, and tarot readings too between 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm and there’s no cost to attend this holiday gathering.
Run to Fun at the Foundry Halloween 5K
If you’re the type of traveler who loves adding athletic endeavors to your getaway itinerary no matter where you roam, you’ll be in luck over Halloween in Steamboat Springs. This is when the Foundry Halloween 5K is hosted each year which you can enjoy participating in with a registration fee of just $25. This run begins at Soda Creek Elementary School at 8:30 am typically on October 29th and is a fun and colorful race that’s sure to thrill! It’s often well attended so spectators are encouraged to show up early and cheer on the athletes along the route!
Make the most of Monster Mash
Another fun Steamboat Springs Halloween-time event to check out during your late October visit is the Routt County United Way seasonal fundraiser known as Monster Mash. The event includes trick-or-treating for little ones, prizes, raffles, costume contests, food, beverages, live music, and more! It runs from 6:00 pm until 10:00 pm at the Steamboat Grand and proceeds from the $100 per person price tag go to the United Way cause.
Check Out the Relaxing Hot Springs
Beyond the Halloween-themed fun and other fall activities, an amazing activity to make sure you enjoy during your time in Steamboat Springs over Halloween is to take a dip in one of the natural hot springs this area hosts! Old Town Hot Springs sits in the heart of downtown and has been a popular stop among locals and visitors alike for more than 100 years. It’s situated within a multi-use complex which means you can pair your soaking session with time in the fitness center, on the rock wall, or even enjoying a massage!
Don’t Overlook the Hiking Trails This Halloween
While you might need to bundle up before you head out, Halloween time is ideal for those who are looking to explore and enjoy time on the Steamboat Springs mountain trails before the fresh powder falls and ski season comes into full swing. Everywhere you look this time of year, you’ll find changing colors and spectacular terrain to enjoy whether you’re one for wildlife watching, putting your hiking skills to work, or making the most of nature photography while you’re out and about.
Book Your Steamboat Springs Halloween Vacation Rental Today!
Enjoy your Halloween journey to Steamboat Springs in style when you book a luxurious, exciting, and inviting vacation rental through the property professionals at Elevated Properties. Reach out to our team today to learn more about our many incredible options and how we can help you elevate the moment! We look forward to seeing you in Steamboat Springs this October.
