Activities

Greeley has many different things to do.
Greeley offers different activities that meet many interests. There are cultural events, sports and outdoors, clubs and learning opportunities.

There are many things to do that are a part of the different cultures.
One of the annual events in Greeley that reflects the Hispanic culture is Cinco De Mayo. This used to be held in Lincoln Park but was moved to Island Grove in 2002. This event has dancing, music, games, food and crafts.

Greeley hosts the World Largest Fourth of July Rodeo.
The Greeley Stampede is a popular activity for residents and visitors alike.

The Arts' Picnic is held every year.
Lincoln Park hosts the Arts' Picnic during the last weekend of July each year. This is chance for local artists and crafters to display and sell their wares. You can find almost any kind of craft item available.

There are also artist demonstrations and several hands on areas where children can make items, such as buttons, sand paintings, rainsticks, and tiles.

The picnic also features entertainers from musicians to magicians. Some appear on the various stages set up in the park while others are strolling among the crowd performing.

The Broncos came to Greeley each summer for training camp.
UNC was home to the Denver Broncos football team each summer for several weeks until 2003. People came from all over the west to see the Broncos get ready for a new season.

The crowd varied from seasoned football fans to curious onlookers. Autograph seekers tried to get in early to get a good spot to get their favorite players' autographs.

Summertime brings a variety of activities for everyone to enjoy.
In 2003, the plazas were being torn down so the Friday Fest moved to Lincoln Park. Each Friday from 11:30-1:30, crowds would gather to eat lunch and listen to live music. Many downtown businesses set up tents to sell food or other items during the Fest.

The Fiesta is a new celebration in Greeley.
Greeley's Hispanic Community has hosted the Fiesta Celebration for two years now. The Fiesta offers many choices of activities for families and individuals to participate in. The Fiesta is open to participants from all cultures.

Potato Days is held each September at Centennial Village.
One hundred years ago, the potato farmers in Greeley would gather in Lincoln Park for a celebration and share part of the harvest.

Today Potato Days still involves potatoes, but it also includes many other exhibitions and displays.