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WILDFLOWER WEEK
July 2-12, 2026

BRECKENRIDGE

Breckenridge Wildflower Week: Celebrate Summer in Full Bloom

Every summer, the mountains surrounding Breckenridge transform into a vibrant landscape of alpine wildflowers. As Breckenridge launches its first-ever Wildflower Week, visitors and locals alike are invited to experience this colorful season through a variety of outdoor adventures, creative workshops, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities.

 

Held in early July during the height of wildflower season, Wildflower Week is an 11-day festival showcasing the natural beauty that makes summer in the Rockies so special. Guests can explore scenic trails with knowledgeable guides, discover local art inspired by mountain landscapes, enjoy summer food and botanical-inspired drink offerings, and participate in hands-on experiences, family-friendly crafts, and more with offerings designed for all ages.

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Wildflower Week Schedule

Thursday, July 2:

  • National Repertory Orchestra's Music in the Mountains | Milne Park, 1:30 - 2:30 pm | Cost: FREE

  • Wildflower Bouquet Building & Kid's Flower Art | Hotel Alpenrock, 4:00 - 6:00 pm | Cost: $30 Adults, $15 Ages 12 & under, Free for Hotel Alpenrock lodging guests (Check back for registration info)

  • Farmer's Market | Ridge Street Exchange Lot & Arts Square, 4:00 - 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE

Friday, July 3:

  • Floral Cocktails & Music | Breckenridge Distillery, 2:00 - 4:00 pm | Cost: TBD

  • Stained Glass Flower Bolo Ties Workshop | Breck Create, 5:30 - 7:30 pm | Cost: Starting at $56 - REGISTER

Saturday, July 4:

  • Independence Day Celebration | Main Street Breckenridge, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE

Sunday, July 5:

  • Guided Wildflower Hike | Breckenridge Open Spaces & Trails - Blue River Trailhead on Boreas Pass Road, 10:00 - 11:00 am | Cost: FREE REGISTER

Monday, July 6:

  • Pedal & Petals | Colorado Adventure Guides, Location TBD, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Cost: $59 (1/2 off Special) REGISTER

  • National Repertory Orchestra's Symphony in the Streets | Various Locations & Times Below | Cost: FREE

    • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm @ Breckenridge Associates Real Estate​

    • 1:00 - 2:00 pm @ Blue River Plaza

    • 2:30 - 3:30 pm @ Breckenridge Arts District

    • 4:00 - 5:00 pm @ South Gondola Parking Structure

    • 6:00 - 7:00 pm @ Beaver Run Resort 

 

Tuesday, July 7:

  • Guided Wildflower Hike - Horseshoe Bowl | Breckenridge Open Space & Trails - Peak 8 Village, Ages 12+, 9:00 - 10:00 am | Cost: FREE guided hike + $10 chairlift rides ('26-27 Epic Pass Holders free on chairlift)

  • National Repertory Orchestra's Performance | Breckenridge Distillery, 4:00 - 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE

  • Columbine Flowers Mosaics Workshop | Breck Create - Quandary Antiques Cabin, 5:00 - 8:00 pm | Cost: Starting at $42 REGISTER

Wednesday, July 8:

  • Guided Wildflower Hike | Breckenridge Open Spaces & Trails - Black Powder Pass Trailhead, Ages 12+, 9:00 - 11:00 am | Cost: FREE REGISTER

  • Whimsical Wildflower Landscapes Watercolor Painting Class | Breck Create - Randall Barn, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm | Cost: Starting at $45 REGISTER

  • Hands-on Wildflower Cocktail/Mocktail Course | Breck Distillery, 3:00 pm | Cost: $75 per person REGISTER

Thursday, July 9:

  • Guided Wildflower Hike | Breckenridge Open Spaces & Trails - Cucumber Gulch Preserve (Meet at Peaks Trailhead), 10:00 - 11:00 am | Cost: FREE REGISTER

  • Wildflower Boutique Building & Kid's Flower Art | Hotel Alpenrock, 4:00 - 6:00 pm | Cost: $30 Adults, $15 Ages 12 & under, Free for Hotel Alpenrock lodging guests (Check back for registration info)

  • Market & Music | Ridge Street (Farmer's Market) + Ridge Street Square (Live Music at the Airstage plus free wildflower crafts for kids) | Breck Create, 4:00 - 6:00 pm |  Cost: FREE

  • Beginning Glassblowing: Flower Implosions | Breck Create - The Hot Shop, Ages 17+ 6:00 - 9:30 pm | Cost: Starting at $56 REGISTER

Friday, July 10: 

  • Guided Wildflower Hike | Breckenridge Open Spaces & Trails - Baldy Mountain Meadow (Meet at Peaks trailhead), Ages 12+, 9:00 - 10:00 am | Cost: FREE REGISTER

  • Plein Air Painting: Wildflower Watercolor Class | Breck Create - Randall Barn, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm | Cost: Starting at $45 REGISTER
  • Open Flow Sound Healing | Illinois Creek Trailhead, 3:00 pm | Cost: Suggested donation $10-15 (Venmo & cash accepted on-site) REGISTER
  • Wildflower Crafts | Wandering Daisy, 3:00 - 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE

Saturday, July 11:

  • Natural Pigment-Making, Color Palettes: Berries, Plants + Ephemeral Color | Breck Create - Randall Barn, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Cost: $42-62 REGISTER

Sunday, July 12:

  • Guided Wildflower Hike | Breckenridge Open Spaces & Trails - Blue River Trailhead on Boreas Pass Rd, 10:00 - 11:00 am | Cost: FREE REGISTER

  • Community Weed Pull | Breckenridge Open Spaces & Trails - River Park & Playground, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE REGISTER

  • Bloom: Community Yoga Flow | Meta Yoga @ Riverwalk Center Lawn, 8:00 - 9:00 am | Cost: FREE REGISTER

  • Guided Wildflower Hike | Breckenridge Open Spaces & Trais - Horseshoe Bowl (Peak 8 Village), Ages 12+, 9:00 - 11:00 am | Cost: FREE guided hike + $10 chairlift tickets ('26-27 Epic Pass holders free on chairlift) REGISTER

Whether you're an avid hiker, a nature photographer, or simply looking for a unique way to enjoy Breckenridge in the summertime, Wildflower Week offers countless opportunities to connect with the outdoors. The celebration also highlights responsible recreation and stewardship of the area's alpine environment, encouraging visitors to enjoy these remarkable landscapes while helping preserve them for future generations.

If you're planning a summer getaway to Breckenridge, Wildflower Week is the perfect time to experience mountain trails, fresh alpine air, and the spectacular colors of Colorado's high country.

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