Leadville Boom Days is a Colorado Mountain Festival and historical celebration of the Old West, with gunslingers, burro races, contests of mining skill, and a street fair with over 100 food and craft booths. Celebrating Leadville’s rich mining history, the event is beloved by locals and visitors alike. It is always the first full weekend in August. Come join us August 5-7, 2022, for three days of fun, food, arts and crafts, and activities for the whole family! Learn more about Boom Days on our website!

The Boom Days Guide a publication of the Leadville Herald Democrat great way to find out more about Boom Days and all the activities taking place that weekend.  This publication is available online or can be picked up at the Leadville Visitor Center (809 Harrison Ave) or just outside the Herald Democrat building (717 Harrison Ave).

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