In the tradition of the Old West, the North Fork Valley loves to gather round the fires for a good pickin’ session. Live music is a regular occurrence throughout the Valley. Special events like Pickin in the Park (every Thursday in August, Paonia Town Park), Mountain Harvest Festival (last weekend in September), and Big B’s Friday Night Live and Saturday Sessions (May through October) offer free, live music annually. Local restaurants, theaters, and even farms and wineries, also host musical talent, often in an intimate setting. 

Don’t fret though, (pun intended), music in the North Fork isn’t limited to bluegrass, enjoy a wide array of genres and local and travelling acts all happening under starlit, Certified Dark Skies. 

You never know– you might just discover your next favorite band!