All About Leadville & Twin Lakes
May 1–3, 2026
Why This Weekend Matters
This winter’s lower snowfall has meant a slower season for many Leadville and Lake County businesses that rely on visitors.
All About Leadville & Twin Lakes Weekend is a community-wide event to support our local businesses and celebrate everything that makes Leadville special. We’re inviting our neighbors from surrounding counties to come spend a weekend exploring downtown – shopping local, dining out, discovering new favorite spots, and entering to win some awesome prizes along the way.
When you visit Leadville, you’re supporting small businesses and helping give our community a much-needed boost after a slower winter season.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are we hosting the All About Leadville & Twin Lakes weekend?
After a slower winter season, many Lake County businesses are heading into the spring shoulder season needing a boost. This weekend is a community effort to bring visitors to Leadville & Twin Lakes, support local businesses, and celebrate everything our mountain town has to offer.
What's in it for me?
Enjoy a fun weekend exploring Leadville & Twin Lakes! Shop local businesses, join in on special events, enjoy great food and drinks, discover new favorite spots, and enter to win some amazing prizes – all while feeling great about giving our local businesses a well-needed boost.
How do I earn raffle entries?
For every $100 spent at any Lake County businesses during the event weekend, you’ll earn one “downtown dollar” for a raffle entry (maximum of 15 per person).
Spend more, earn more entries – and increase your chances to win!
How do I submit my receipts?
Bring your receipts to the Leadville Visitor Center (460 Harrison Ave) during these hours:
Friday 5/1: 12pm – 6pm
Saturday 5/2: 10am – 6pm
Sunday 5/3: 10am – 12:00pm
Staff will total your receipts and give you the appropriate number of raffle tickets so you can choose which prize bucket you’d like to enter. No entries will be accepted after 12pm on Sunday and each person can only earn up to a maximum of 15 raffle tickets.
What purchases qualify?
Any purchase made at a Lake County business between Friday at 12 PM and Sunday at 12 PM qualifies.
Purchases can be made at multiple businesses, and all receipts count toward your total.
What prizes can I win?
Participants will be able to choose which Leadville Loot prize bucket they want to enter. Prizes currently include:
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Melanzana hoodies
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Nordic Center buyout for 35 people (food included!)
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Private aerial tour of Leadville with Ty Hall
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Entry into the Leadville 100 Bike Race
More prizes may be added as the event approaches – check the prize list button at the top of this page for updates!
Is there a bonus prize?
Yes!
The first 10 people to submit $1,000 in receipts will automatically receive a Local Love Ticket for a free Melanzana!
Do I need to register?
No registration required – just shop, dine, explore, and save your receipts! Then stop by the Leadville Visitor Center (460 Harrison Ave) to submit your receipts and enter to win prizes.
When does the event take place?
Friday, May 1 at 12:00 PM – Sunday, May 3 at 12:00 PM
Make purchases during that time window and turn in your receipts before the Sunday deadline.
How can I maximize my chances to win?
Visit multiple businesses, try new restaurants, explore downtown shops, and spend the weekend discovering Leadville & Twin Lakes. The more you spend locally, the more raffle entries you receive!
More Details Coming Soon!
We’re still putting the finishing touches on All About Leadville & Twin Lakes Weekend, and we’ll be adding more details here soon. Check back for updates as we announce everything you’ll need to plan your visit.
Upcoming information will include:
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How the Weekend Works – a simple visitor guide to help you make the most of your trip
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Raffle & Prize Details – learn how to enter and what you could win
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Event Schedule & Itinerary – activities and happenings throughout the weekend
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Plan Your Visit – tips for traveling to Leadville from neighboring counties
Stay tuned – there’s more to come!
Local Businesses: Want To Get Involved?
We’d love to have you be part of All About Leadville & Twin Lakes Weekend! Whether you’re planning a special event, offering a promotion, or simply welcoming visitors into your space, this is a great opportunity to connect with new customers and be part of a community-wide effort to support local businesses.
If you’re planning something special – like a pop-up, tasting, or event – you are responsible for planning and coordinating it. To be included in the official promotion, all event details must be submitted by April 10.
Use the form below to share your event details, and review the business guide for more information on how to participate.
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