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May 17 | 2025

Canine on the Creek 5K

Time

8:30 AM TO 2:00 PM

Location

498 West Dumont Road, Dumont

Details

Gather your family and friends, including your furry friends—don't forget Fido! Grab your running (or walking) shoes and join us in supporting FOCP (Friends of Charlie's Place), the Clear Creek and Gilpin County Animal Shelter, and CCMRD Youth Programs. The exciting course takes you through both paved and dirt trails along the picturesque Clear Creek.

Don't miss the lively after-party featuring delicious smokin yards, TKB craft brews and cocktails, dog caricatures, dog costume contest, agility course, and pet-themed vendors to explore!

A portion of the proceeds from the event will benefit Friends of Charlie's Place (FOCP) and CCMRD Youth Programs.

Although the run is not officially timed, you can compare your times by joining our STRAVA CLUB. Additionally, enhance the impact of your participation by registering for Woof Trax and selecting Charlie's Place as the beneficiary shelter. (FYI: Track all your walks here to continually contribute to FOCP's funds.)

Day Of Event Schedule:

8:30am - Packet Pick up and Registration opens

9am - Dog Costume Contest Starts (be sure to get signed up!)

10am - 5k & 1 mile fun run/walk starts together (untimed)

10:30am - Post race festivities begin featuring - Don't miss the lively after-party featuring delicious Smokin Yards, TKB craft brews and cocktails, dog caricatures, dog costume contest, agility course, and pet-themed vendors to explore!

11:30am - Announcement of Dog Contest Winners!

Venue

Charlie’s Place – Clear Creek & Gilpin County Animal Shelter

Dumont, CO 80436 United States

May 17 | 2025

Celebrate Mothers Day on the Georgetown Loop Railroad

Time

10:00 AM TO 4:00 PM

Location

646 Loop Drive, Georgetown

Details

May 10-11 and 17-18 Celebrate Mothers Day on the Georgetown Loop Railroad

Looking for something unique to do on Mothers Day?

Look no further! Bring the family to Georgetown and take a ride on the Historic Georgetown Loop Railroad®, tour the Lebanon or Everett Mine, and then enjoy shopping and dining in Historic Georgetown! Plus The Georgetown Loop will make things even a little sweeter with roses just for Mom's and Grandmothers too!!

Train rides depart from the Georgetown Devil's Gate Station. The train takes you up to Silver Plume Depot and then returns you to the Georgetown Depot.

For more information or to make reservations, please visit www.GeorgetownLoopRR.com

Venue

Georgetown Loop Railroad

Georgetown, CO 80444

May 17 | 2025

Devil Moon Series – Georgetown Cultural Arts

Time

6:00 PM TO 9:00 PM

Location

809 Taos Street, Georgetown

Details

Georgetown Cultural Arts Presents the 2025 Devil Moon Series.

May 17  | Opera Colorado, Arias & Ensembles

Concerts will take place at the Old School in Georgetown, Colorado. The Old School Lounge opens at 6pm, Show begins at 7pm. Tickets are $75 (plus fees) per reserved seat in a one of a kind intimate venue.

Ticket includes light hors d'oeuvres and 1 complimentary beverage of choice in the Old School Lounge.

Season Passes available. More information please contact GeorgetownTrust.org

Venue

The Old School in Georgetown

Georgetown, CO 80444 United States