Grand Junction Official Visitor Guide - Grand Junction Adventure Guide

The Grand Junction Jackalopes are part of the Pioneer Baseball League (PBL), a partner of Major League Baseball (MLB), which is intended to be a developmental league. The Jackalope’s season begins in May and ends in September, so you can cheer for the home team all summer long. Bust out the peanuts and Cracker Jacks and enjoy America’s favorite pastime at Suplizio Field in Grand Junction. Join in on the fun and watch up-and-coming baseball stars compete for a chance to play at the next level. GJJackalopes.com

CMU Mavericks

Colorado Mesa University’s Mavericks play National Collegiate Athletic Association Division II college football, baseball, tennis, soccer, lacrosse, softball and volleyball, so there are oodles of opportunities to deck out in maroon, white and gold year-round. The football season runs September through November with exhilarating home games at Ralph Stocker Stadium, while the CMU ice-hockey team faces off against schools from all over the country, with their season running from September–February at River City Sportplex. CMUMavericks.com

JUCO World Series

Home to the Junior College (JUCO) baseball world series since 1958, Grand Junction plays host to this beloved annual tradition during the last week in May. Afternoons and evenings are filled with excitement as some of the nation’s best athletes face off. JUCO is also a stage for players who have earned the right to walk out on Suplizio Field and display their athleticism in front of Major League Baseball scouts, who look to draft the best JUCO players into the big leagues like Bryce Harper, Trevor Rosenthal, and Kirby Puckett. JucoGJ.org

Colorado Special Olympics Summer Games

Colorado’s Special Olympics Summer Games take place at Stocker Stadium in Grand Junction in June. in June. The inspiring opening ceremony supports more than 1,000 athletes competing in individual and team competitions, such as flag football and soccer. Cheer on the athletes as they compete in the largest Special Olympic Summer Games in Colorado. If you are interested in making a difference, volunteer opportunities are available. SpecialOlympicsCo.org

Meet a CMU Student

“I was drawn to Grand Junction by the natural landscapes surrounding the area and the promise of adventure posed by its terrain. Colorado Mesa University’s Outdoor Recreation program allows me to pursue my passion in nature’s classroom through an abundance of trails, canyons, and rivers. My experiences with singletrack trails, rock walls, and waterfall hikes have been some of the most transformative adventures for me.” — Zeke Punzel, Colorado Mesa University Class of 2024

SPRING

▸ Desert R.A.T.S. Trail Running Festival

▸ Taste Of The Grand Valley

▸ Grand Junction Restaurant Week

▸ Grand Junction Renaissance Faire

▸ Southwest Arbor Fest

▸ Grand Valley Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K

▸ Grand Junction Rides & Vibes

▸ Junior College (JUCO) Baseball World Series

▸ Grand Enduro Mountain Bike Race

▸ Grand Valley Highland Games

▸ Wüffstock Dog & Music Festival

SUMMER

▸ Colorado Special Olympics Summer Games

▸ Country Jam Music Festival

▸ Mike The Headless Chicken Festival & 5k

▸ Palisade Bluegrass & Roots Music Festival

▸ Downtown Market on Main, Thursday Evenings

▸ Colorado Lavender Festival

▸ Independence Day Parade & Fireworks

▸ Mesa County Fair

▸ Palisade Peach Festival

FALL

▸ Grand Junction Wine Week & Colorado Mountain Winefest

▸ Tour De Vineyards Bicycle Tour

▸ Downtown Car Show

▸ Tour of the Moon Cycling Classic

▸ Downtown Art Festival

▸ Desert’s Edge Triathlon

▸ Oktoberfest Amped

▸ Trick or Treat Spooktacular

▸ Grand Valley Open Studio Tours

▸ Western Slope Cowboy Gathering

▸ Rim Rock Marathon & Half Marathon

▸ Downtown Tree Lighting

Become A Grand Junction Photographer

This guide features the stories and photos of locals and visitors who love exploring Grand Junction. They hike area trails, visit boutique shops and dine at the welcoming restaurants. No one knows the area like they do. Want to see your photos in the Visitor Guide or on social? Follow Visit Grand Junction on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok and use #ShareGJ and #VisitGrandJunction when you post!