Events

During Kingdom Days, the streets line-up with eager spectators cheering on competitors in Outhouse Races, a wildly popular event that is fast becoming a big tradition in Breck. Teams come together to push and pull their outhouses of various themes and materials across the finish line. Colorado blue skies, smooth pavement, a little creativity and spirited racing partners fuel this quirky event that will bring thrills for years to come. So wash away your inhibitions, grab your friends and try for a seat on the Gold Throne, the Silver Moon or the Bronze Bucket. What better way to celebrate Father’s Day!

Leading up to the wildly popular outhouse races, Kingdom Days weekend brings an abundance of things to do throughout the weekend. Let loose at a town party on Friday night, take a historic hike to a variety of mining relics and a glimpse into our past, get cultural insight at our museums and galleries, take in some live music, try your hand at gold panning and wager on your favorite character during a Wild West gun fight on Main Street. Whatever you choose, you’ll feel like mountain royalty during this one-of-a-kind weekend festival.

Kingdom Days Schedule of Events

Friday, June 18

Guided Historic Walking Tour of Breckenridge
Take a tour through Breckenridge’s nationally recognized Historic
District. Along the way, hear stories about the gold seekers, rough
individuals and other hardy souls who lived in Breckenridge more
than 100 years ago. Allow 90 minutes to complete the tour.
970.453.9767
Where: Meet at the Breckenridge Welcome Center,
203 S. Main Street
11 a.m.

Barney Ford House Museum
See the home of Barney L. Ford, an escaped slave who prospered
and became a prominent entrepreneur and black civil rights
pioneer in Colorado. In 1880, Ford became the first black
businessman in Breckenridge when he opened Ford’s Restaurant
and Chophouse.
970.453.9767
Where: 111 E. Washington Avenue
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Edwin Carter Museum
Take an interactive journey into the life of Breckenridge’s famous
log cabin naturalist, Professor Edwin Carter. Tour Carter’s 1875
museum where he practiced taxidermy and amassed a collection of
more than 10,000 Rocky Mountain animal specimens.
970.453.9767
Where: 111 N. Ridge Street
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Summit Ski Museum
The Summit Ski Museum celebrates Breckenridge as the first
ski town in Colorado and highlights the first 100 years of skiing
in Summit County. Watch a ski documentary, see historic ski
equipment through the decades and view a special exhibit about
the 10th Mountain Division.
970.453.9767
Where: 308-B S. Main Street, next to Hand & Glove
2 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Town Party
For more than 15 years, the Town of Breckenridge has been
throwing a party for locals to celebrate a winter of hard work and
to welcome the summer. Join us for this rite of summer with music,
socializing, fun for the kids, a Town photo and much more.
Where: Riverwalk Center, 150 W. Adams Avenue
4 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Saturday, June 19

FREE Historic Sites and Tours
All historic sites and tours are free of charge during Kingdom
Days. Reservations are not required. Visit breckheritage.com for a
description of Breckenridge’s historic sites. For more information
on the summer schedule, please call the Breckenridge Heritage
Alliance at 970.453.9767.

Minnie Mine Tour
Free interpretive hike to teach you about the flora and fauna of our
forest. This easy to moderate hike will entice your senses and teach
you all you ever wanted to know about our high alpine ecosystem
and history. Wear sturdy shoes, dress for the weather and bring
water. No dogs allowed.
970.453.1734
Where: Meet at the trailhead on French Gulch Road
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Gun Fights
Come see the village setting from the “old west” and enjoy
interpretive skits as well as gun fights.
Where: Main Street Station, on the corner of Main Street
and South Park Avenue
10 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m. & 4 p.m.

Iowa Hill Tour
Enjoy a guided hike that goes through a historic mine site and up
to a restored miners’ boardinghouse. Along the way, mining relics
tell the story of Iowa Hill and how gold was extracted from the
surrounding hills.
970.453.9767
Where: Park at the trailhead on Airport Road, approximately
one mile north of Park Avenue in Breckenridge.
Bus Route: Take the Yellow/Airport Road bus from the
transit station to the Public Works stop.

10 a.m.

Welcome Proclamation
In the summer of 1936, Colorado Governor, Big Ed Johnson and
Breckenridge locals gathered on the Summit County Courthouse
lawn, where a U.S. flag was raised, officially welcoming the Town
of Breckenridge and Summit County into the nation.
Where: On the Blue River Plaza side of the
Breckenridge Welcome Center, 203 S. Main Street
11 a.m.

Guided Historic Walking Tour of Breckenridge
Take a tour through Breckenridge’s nationally recognized Historic
District. Along the way, hear stories about the gold seekers, rough
individuals and other hardy souls who lived in Breckenridge more
than 100 years ago. Allow 90 minutes to complete the tour.
970.453.9767
Where: Meet at the Breckenridge Welcome Center,
203 S. Main Street
11 a.m. & 2 p.m.

Historic Breckenridge Film
Peaks on the Past, which was produced in 2009 to celebrate
Breckenridge’s 150th anniversary.
970.453.9767
Where: Breckenridge Theatre, 121 S. Ridge Street
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Historic Briggle House
In addition to being a rough and tumble mining camp,
Breckenridge also was a Victorian town where gentlemen and
ladies socialized at each others’ homes. One of the largest and
best-appointed houses was owned by socialites William and
Kathleen Briggle. Today, the Briggle House has been restored to its
original Victorian style, giving visitors a glimpse into the life of one
of Breckenridge’s more affluent families.
970.453.9767
Where: 104 N. Harris Street
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Kids’ Activities
Projects and interactive activities for all ages.
Where: On the lawn at the Barney Ford House Museum,
111 E. Washington Avenue
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Red, White & Blue Fire Museum
The threat of a major fire, accentuated by an occasional small
blaze, was the reason for the formation of the all-volunteer
Breckenridge Fire Department in 1880. The department soon
boasted three companies and collectively they were called The
Red, White & Blue Volunteer Fire Department. The Fire Museum
displays an original human-powered ladder cart, a restored hose
cart as well as fire fighting equipment and uniforms from the
first companies.
970.453.9767
where: 308 N. Main Street
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Red Tail, The Colorado Mountain Man
He will take you back in time with his authentic and historically
accurate presentation of the early mountain settlers and their
experiences with the American Indians, the wildlife native to
Colorado and the hardships of their wilderness lifestyle.
Where: On the lawn of the Edwin Carter Museum,
111 N. Ridge Street
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Old Time Photos
Dress up in historic costumes and have a professional photographer
create your very own “Old Time Photo” with your family and
friends. A great memento from the fourth annual Kingdom Days,
fees apply.
Where: Robert Whyte House, 127 S. Ridge Street
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Barney Ford House Museum
See the home of Barney L. Ford, an escaped slave who prospered
and became a prominent entrepreneur and black civil rights
pioneer in Colorado. In 1880, Ford became the first black
businessman in Breckenridge when he opened Ford’s Restaurant
and Chophouse.
970.453.9767
Where: 111 E. Washington Avenue
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Petting Zoo
Enjoy Red Tail the Mountain Man’s old west burro farm and
petting zoo as well free children’s burro rides.
where: Barney Ford parking lot (corner of S. Ridge Street
and Washington Avenue)
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Edwin Carter Museum
Take an interactive journey into the life of Breckenridge’s famous
log cabin naturalist, Professor Edwin Carter. Tour Carter’s 1875
museum where he practiced taxidermy and amassed a collection of
more than 10,000 Rocky Mountain animal specimens.
970.453.9767
Where: 111 N. Ridge Street
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Rotary Snowplow Park
In the years before there were snowplows as we know them, there
were rotary snowplows. Stop by to see the huge machine that
cleared narrow gauge railroad tracks and learn more about
Breckenridge’s important train history.
Where: From Main Street, turn left on Boreas Pass Road,
then take an immediate right into the parking lot
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Country Boy Mine Demonstrations
Learn about mining history in Breckenridge and see some of the
same mining equipment used by miners more than 100 years ago!
Where: Blue River Plaza on Main Street
11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Gold Panning
Get expert instruction and see demonstrations by the Gold
Prospectors of Colorado.
Where: Blue River Plaza on Main Street
11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Arts Alive! Gallery
“History: Through the Artists’ Eyes”
Enjoy a special exhibit featuring original artwork by local artists influenced by historical sites, paintings and photography.
970.453.0450
Where: Arts Alive, La Cima Mall, 500 S. Main Street
11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Washington Gold and Silver Mine Tour
Experience first hand the methods, equipment, lifestyles and
hardships of the underground mining era in Summit County.
Gold panning is also available. Great for the kids!
Where: From Main Street, turn left on Boreas Pass Road
Turn right on Illinois Gulch Road (CR 518). The mine is on the left.
Bus Route: Take the Boreas Pass route from the transit station and get off at the Illinois Gulch stop.
1 p.m. & 3 p.m.

Lomax Placer Mine
Experience Breckenridge’s early hydraulic mining days. Peer inside
a miner’s cabin, see and feel the original mining equipment and
learn to pan for gold. What you find is yours to keep! Great for
the kids!

970.453.9767
Where: From Main Street, turn west on Ski Hill Road,
.3 miles to Lomax Mine on left
1 p.m. & 3 p.m.

Summit Ski Museum
The Summit Ski Museum celebrates Breckenridge as the first
ski town in Colorado and highlights the first 100 years of skiing
in Summit County. Watch a ski documentary, see historic ski
equipment through the decades and view a special exhibit about
the 10th Mountain Division.
970.453.9767
Where: 308-B S. Main Street, next to Hand & Glove
2 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Tin Shop Guest Artist Program
Stop by and see guest artist Jamison Sarteschi from Brooklyn, NY
at work in the studio.
970.547.3116
Where: 117 E. Washington Avenue, right next to the
Barney Ford House Museum
2 – 6 p.m.

Rotary Snowplow Park
In the years before there were snowplows as we know them, there
were rotary snowplows. Stop by to see the huge machine that
cleared narrow gauge railroad tracks and learn more about
Breckenridge’s important train history.
Where: From Main Street, turn left on Boreas Pass Road,
then take an immediate right into the parking lot
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Country Boy Mine Demonstrations
Learn about mining history in Breckenridge and see some of the
same mining equipment used by miners more than 100 years ago!
Where: Blue River Plaza on Main Street
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Gold Panning
Get expert instruction and see demonstrations by the Gold
Prospectors of Colorado.
Where: Blue River Plaza on Main Street
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Old Time Photos
Dress up in historic costumes and have a professional photographer
create your very own “Old Time Photo” with your family and
friends. A great memento from the fourth annual Kingdom Days,
fees apply.
Where: Robert Whyte House, 127 S. Ridge Street
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Edwin Carter Museum
Take an interactive journey into the life of Breckenridge’s famous
log cabin naturalist, Professor Edwin Carter. Tour Carter’s 1875
museum where he practiced taxidermy and amassed a collection of
more than 10,000 Rocky Mountain animal specimens.
970.453.9767
Where: 111 N. Ridge Street
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Blacksmithing Demonstrations
Come by and see Rory May, with Dragon Forge Ltd. transform
red hot metal on site. Demonstrations will include late 1800s and
contemporary processes.
970.547.3116
Where: Barney Ford parking lot (corner of S. Ridge Street
and Washington Avenue)
12 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Signature Quilts: Past & Present
See the Breck150 Quilt and learn about the history of signature
quilts. Gather at the Fuqua Livery Stable for a short presentation
by local quilt maker, Judy Keim. Purchase your own signature quilt
square and sign it.
970.547.3116
Where: Fuqua Livery Stable, 110 E. Washington Avenue
12 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Historic Home Tour
Visit a collection of Breckenridge’s historic homes in different
stages of historic preservation. Step inside some of Breckenridge’s
historic residences and learn about the Town’s preservation efforts
thought the years.
970.453.9767
Where: Meet at the old CMC building, 103 S. Harris Street
1 p.m.

National Repertory Orchestra Opening Night
Celebrate the opening night of the National Repertory Orchestra
with special guest Colorado Children’s Chorale. Performing
Benvenuto Cellini Overture, Berlioz, Firebird Suite, 1919,
Stravinsky. For tickets, call the Riverwalk Center Box Office
at 970.547.3100.
Where: Riverwalk Center, 150 W. Adams Avenue
7:30 p.m.

Sunday, June 20

Free Historic Sites and Tours
All historic sites and tours are free of charge during Kingdom
Days. Reservations are not required. Visit breckheritage.com for a
description of Breckenridge’s historic sites. For more information
on the summer schedule, please call the Breckenridge Heritage
Alliance at 970.453.9767.

Breckenridge Sunday Market
Come and discover a fabulous farmers’ market combined with an
artisans craft market showcasing exotic crafts from around the
globe. This is the first market of the season that will span through
September 12th.
970.453.4000
Where: Main Street Station on the corner of Main Street
and S. Park Avenue
9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Gun Fights
Come see the village setting from the “old west” and enjoy
interpretive skits as well as gun fights.
Where: Main Street Station on the corner of Main Street
and S. Park Avenue
10 a.m., 12 p.m. & 2 p.m.

Guided Historic Walking Tour of Breckenridge
Take a tour through Breckenridge’s nationally recognized Historic
District. Along the way, hear stories about the gold seekers, rough
individuals and other hardy souls who lived in Breckenridge more
than 100 years ago. Allow 90 minutes to complete the tour.
970.453.9767
Where: Meet at the Breckenridge Welcome Center,
203 S. Main Street
11 a.m. & 2 p.m.

Barney Ford House Museum
See the home of Barney L. Ford, an escaped slave who prospered
and became a prominent entrepreneur and black civil rights pioneer
in Colorado. In 1880, Ford became the first black businessman
in Breckenridge when he opened Ford’s Restaurant and
Chophouse.
970.453.9767
Where: 111 E. Washington Avenue
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Red Tail, The Colorado Mountain Man
He will take you back in time with his authentic and historically
accurate presentation of the early mountain settlers and their
experiences with the American Indians, the wildlife native to
Colorado and the hardships of their wilderness lifestyle.
Where: On the lawn of the Edwin Carter Museum,
111 N. Ridge Street
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Arts Alive! Gallery
“History: Through the Artists’ Eyes”
Enjoy a special exhibit featuring original artwork by local artists influenced by historical sites, paintings and photography.
970.453.0450
Where: Arts Alive, La Cima Mall, 500 S. Main Street
11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Edwin Carter Birthday Celebration
Meet Edwin Carter. Birthday cake will be served.
970.453.9767
Where: On the lawn at the Edwin Carter Museum, 111 N. Ridge Street
12 p.m.

Blacksmithing Demonstrations
Come by and see Rory May, with Dragon Forge Ltd. Transform red hot metal on site. Demonstrations will include late 1800s and contemporary processes.
970.547.3116
Where: Barney Ford parking lot (corner of S. Ridge Street and Washington Avenue)
12 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Barney Ford Quilts and Parfleche Bags for Children
Children can come in and learn about the history of Barney Ford a prominent character from Breckenridge’s history and use mixed media to make a story quilt or learn about the history of the trappers, traders and miners and make a Parfleche bag to carry their essentials.
970.547.3116
Where: Fuqua Livery Stable in the Arts District of
Breckenridge, 110 E. Washington Avenue
12 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Lomax Placer Mine
Experience Breckenridge’s early hydraulic mining days. Peer inside
a miner’s cabin, see and feel the original mining equipment and
learn to pan for gold. What you find is yours to keep! Great for
the kids!
Where: From Main Street, turn west on Ski Hill Road,
.3 miles to Lomax Mine on left
1 p.m. & 3 p.m.

Washington Gold and Silver Mine Tour
Experience first hand the methods, equipment, lifestyles and hardships of the underground mining era in Summit County. Gold panning is also available. Great for the kids!
Where: From Main Street, turn left on Boreas Pass Road. Turn right on Illinois Gulch Road (CR 518). The mine is on the left.
Bus Route: Take the Boreas Pass route from the transit station and get off at the Illinois Gulch stop.
1 p.m. & 3 p.m.

Outhouse Races People’s Choice Voting
Vote for your favorite themed/decorated outhouse entry.
Where: In the Exchange Parking lot at the corner of Ridge Street and Lincoln Avenue, across from Fatty’s restaurant
1 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Summit Ski Museum
The Summit Ski Museum celebrates Breckenridge as the first ski
town in Colorado and highlights the first 100 years of skiing in
Summit County. Watch a ski documentary, see historic ski
equipment through the decades and view a special exhibit about
the 10th Mountain Division.
970.453.9767
Where: 308-B S. Main Street, next to Hand & Glove
2 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Tin Shop Guest Artist Program
Stop by and see guest artist Jamison Sarteschi from Brooklyn, NY
at work in the studio.
970.547.3116

Where: 117 E. Washington Avenue right next to the
Barney Ford House Museum
2 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Public Art Dedication
Join the Breckenridge Public Art Commission as they dedicate
the “Outcropping House II’ by Albert Bellevue a stone and steel
outhouse sculpture located in the Arts District of Breckenridge.
Light refreshments.
970.547.3116
Where: Next to the Quandary Antiques Cabin,
131 S. Ridge Street
2:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Breckenridge Outhouse Races
The running of the 4th Annual Outhouse races. In celebration of the zany character of Breckenridge and the hardships faced by our forefathers, Breckenridge hosts an event that combines a glimpse of our past in the spirit of today. There will be memorable prizes for first, second and third places as well as the People’s Choice Outhouse Award.
Where: Ridge Street (between Lincoln Avenue and Washington Avenue)
3 p.m. (People’s Choice Voting 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.)

Register your Team TODAY!!!!

Community BBQ Party
Enjoy a community BBQ in the park from Black Diamond Gourmet and live blue grass music with The Luv Brothers band. $5 per person includes a meal ticket and two beverage tickets, ID’s required for beer tickets
Where: Carter Park, south end of High Street
4 p.m. – 6 p.m.

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