As we dive into the top 5 CV Lifestyle stories of the day, prepare yourself for a journey through elk bugles, boot camp soreness, and, yes, even heated debates over recycling. Welcome to Colorado—where everything’s an event and there will likely be craft beer.
1. Oktoberfest at the Mile-High City
Because nothing says “fall” like pretending to be German while wearing lederhosen and downing a pint (or five) at Denver’s Oktoberfest. This year, the festivities continued through the end of September, attracting crowds with mustache competitions, dachshund races, and, of course, endless steins of beer. For the uninitiated, it’s essentially a competitive sport—where the goal is to consume enough bratwurst to question every life choice you’ve made. Source
2. Elk Fest in Estes Park: Where the Real Cattle Calls Happen
Move over, Match.com—Elk Fest is where the magic happens. Each fall, thousands descend upon Estes Park to watch elk bugling (a.k.a. nature’s pickup line) during mating season. It’s Colorado’s version of reality TV—minus the roses, but with way more testosterone. Trust me, if you haven’t heard an elk bugle, you’re missing out on what can only be described as nature’s equivalent of a bad karaoke performance. Source
3. Tina Fey and Amy Poehler Grace Colorado’s Stages
On the other end of the “cultural experience” spectrum, comedy icons Tina Fey and Amy Poehler brought their Restless Leg tour to Denver, wrapping up the month with a whole lot of sarcasm and inside jokes from 30 years of friendship. Their banter isn’t just funny; it’s the reason you’re still laughing at “Weekend Update” re-runs at 2 a.m. A must-see for anyone who enjoys comedy that’s smart, sharp, and a little too relatable. Source
4. Ski Boot Camp: Because Winter is Coming (and So Are Leg Cramps)
Arapahoe Basin’s Ski Boot Camp is where you go to realize just how out of shape you are before the ski season officially begins. It’s a workout designed to target every muscle you didn’t know you had, preparing you to hit the slopes with the grace of someone who might not pull a hamstring on the first run. Because in Colorado, nothing’s worse than ski season FOMO. Source
5. Fort Collins’ New Trash Program: A Dumpster Fire in the Making?
Leave it to Fort Collins to make recycling the hottest new trend—literally. The city launched a new trash and recycling program this week, and residents are already figuring out how to game the system. It’s like “Survivor,” but with wheelie bins. Expect the complaints to be as loud as the garbage trucks, because if there’s anything Coloradans love more than nature, it’s arguing about how to preserve it. Source
So there you have it, Colorado’s latest and greatest—where beer, elk, leg cramps, and trash somehow make for a good time. But hey, that’s Colorado living for you.
