When a brand-new year is on the horizon, there’s no better place to kick things off than in Estes Park, Colorado. This beautiful and inviting destination is a delight for travelers to enjoy year-round, but when winter is in full swing and New Year’s celebrations are underway, there’s something exceptionally inviting about spending time here. Estes Park remains a winter wonderland at the end of December and its location near Rocky Mountain National Park beckons New Year’s travelers to get out and explore the beauty of nature at its best. Whether you’re one for cross-country skiing, wildlife watching, snowshoeing, or snowmobiling your way through an end-of-the-year stay, you’ll find it’s easy to head into a new year doing what you love most! That said, Estes Park is also packed with fun seasonal events this time of year and when you’re looking to maximize your itinerary, the following Estes Park New Year’s guide is the perfect place to start.
Enjoy Free Cocoa and Cookies with Family and Friends
Before you put those health-focused New Year’s resolutions to work, your trip over New Year’s to Estes Park deserves to include a little something sweet. To that end, you’ll want to make time in the schedule for a stop at You Need Pie Diner & Bakery while you’re in town to pick up complimentary cocoa and cookies between 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm. This special seasonal offering is only handed out through January 1, so your New Year’s trip puts you right in time for the delicious moments ahead. You’ll find You Need Pie Diner & Bakery at 509 Big Thompson Avenue in Estes Park and even if you don’t indulge in the sweets, it’s a great place to end the year on a tasty culinary note if you stay for a 1950s-style dinner.
Participate in the Snowman Scavenger Hunt
If you’re traveling to Estes Park with the entire family in tow, there’s a good chance you’ll be looking for New Year’s activities that are fun for visitors of all ages and attention spans. That’s where the annual Snowman Scavenger Hunt in town comes into play. This community-wide scavenger hunt is fun for everyone and offered in Estes Park through New Year’s Eve. There’s no cost to pick up a scavenger hunt punch card from any of the stores in town that are participating in the annual Catch the Glow Snowman Festival. Once you have it in hand, you and your crew can set off to complete the hunt together and at every destination, you’ll present your card for validation. Once the entire punch card is filled out, you can make your way to Simply Christmas and pick up a free snowman ornament to celebrate your efforts. It’s a fun way to spend time together this New Year’s Eve while the ornament makes for a great memento of the occasion as well.
Party at The Barrel
When you’re looking for some high-energy fun and festivities to enjoy over New Year’s in Estes Park, the team at The Barrel has you covered. On New Year’s Eve, The Barrel will once again be hosting their annual ‘Rock in the New Year’ event. This evening of entertainment includes a photo booth for attendees to enjoy, plenty of party favors, delicious bites to try, and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. If you want to take advantage of even more fun at The Barrel before New Year’s, you can drop by any Tuesday evening in the wintertime to participate in their weekly cornhole nights as well. Teams sign up to play a Best of Three series making for some exciting, but always friendly competition. The Barrel is conveniently located at 251 Moraine Avenue in Estes Park.
Celebrate in 1920s Style
If you want to step back in time while ringing in a brand-new year, you’ll be delighted with the New Year’s festivities being hosted over at the American Legion Post 119 in Estes Park this year. Guests are asked to dress in their 1920s best for this New Year’s Eve bash that’s bound to be one-of-a-kind. The setup will be designed to reflect a period-specific Speakeasy and throughout the evening, you’ll enjoy hors d’oeuvres, live music to enjoy and two champagne toasts on the schedule. Guests will be entertained by the Mountain Town Rockers and when the dance floor opens up, your best moves are more than welcome to celebrate the holiday in good company!
Book Your Estes Park New Year’s Rental Today
When travel plans bring you to scenic Estes Park this New Year’s, be sure to book accommodations that elevate your getaway in luxury and style through Voyago. Whether you’re looking for a cozy mountain abode for two, or a sprawling retreat for the entire family, we’ll make sure your home-away-from-home is exceptional. Reach out today to learn more about our Rocky Mountain holiday rentals available and to get your unforgettable holiday travel experience underway.
