Carbondale Arts

06/23/2026

Mountain Fair began with a simple idea: when a community comes together, amazing things can happen. 55 years later, that spirit is still at the heart of everything we do✨. Every stage, every booth, every unforgettable moment is made possible by volunteers who come together each summer to create something bigger than themselves.

Whether you're a longtime Fair fanatic or a first-time volunteer, there's a place for you. Join the crew of generations of neighbors, friends, and families who have helped make Mountain Fair one of Carbondale's most cherished traditions. Meet great people, give back, and help throw Carbondale's favorite party.

Sign up here: https://signup.com/group/40739812051

📷: 2025 Park Tear Down Crew

06/18/2026

In addition to the overall Mountain Fair theme of "Camp Bonedale," the supervisor crew enjoys having daily themes as well, for some dress up inspo, and mostly to keep the Fair vibrant and light-hearted. To make sure there is plenty of time to coordinate your Fair's finest, we’re sharing the daily themes early.

🌸🌱Friday: Camp Crafts | Make a costume inspired by classic camp crafts: stick crowns, hand and leaf paintings, friendship bracelets, painted rocks, nature weavings, etc.

👒👠Saturday: Camp Couture | Think Troop Beverly Hills meets Moonlight Kingdom. The aesthetic is sashes, vests, khaki, cargo—but make it fashion.

🌀Sunday: Tie Dye | The obvious uniform of Camp Carbondale. The only question is: how much tie dye is too much tie dye?

Most importantly though, be yourself and dress comfortably. Let's make the Fair lively, kind, and colorful (per usual).

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06/17/2026

Today in the Carbondale Arts tent at you can find colorful prints and artworks by .

"Mellie Test is a local visual, movement, and oracle artist whose work abounds in color and energy. She's currently working on a new series of hand-printed, hand-embellished artwork titles "Magic Over Mayhem," featuring unicorns battling dumpster fires. She's also been offering in-person "Oracle Art" sessions, where she creates artwork intuitively in response to audience queries and delivers messages, similar to a tarot or oracle card reading."

Today right out front of The Launchpad from 10am-3pm.

06/17/2026

Calling all singer songwriters! Are you ready to share your talents with the community? The Mountain Fair Singer Songwriter Contest returns again this year, and it's time to sign up. Registration is now open through July 13 with the first round taking place at the iconic local venue, Steve’s Guitars on July 16. The final round takes place during Saturday of the Fair, with all sorts of glory and goodies for the winner including air time on KDNK, a gift certificate to Glenwood Music, and a recording session at Cool Brick Studios!

Register here: https://form.jotform.com/261524825287160
📷: Organizer Shanti Gruber with 2025 winner James Freeborn.

06/15/2026

Save the date for a special activation during September's Bonedale Flea in partnership with our friends at . If you have any vinyl records at home that you’d be interested in selling, share your stash at The Launchpad! There’s space for 12 vendors, if you’d like to be one please fill out this quick form: https://pci.jotform.com/form/261374929791168

*Both this call for vendors AND the September Bonedale Flea vendor applications are due by July 1.

06/11/2026

The Mountain Fair footprint (or "Fairprint" 😄) has expanded. And with that, there are more options for activities and entertainment! Check out the lineup for the Oasis Music Tent.

This is also where you can find the Watering Hole, which will have libations courtesy of , including fresh lemonade and margaritas this year!

06/09/2026

The 55th Annual Mountain Fair is coming up! Always the last full weekend of July, we'll be gathering in Sopris Park and the heart of downtown July 24-26,2026.

With great delight we share the winning design by Colorado visual artist and tattooer Rowan Brown. Formally trained in traditional tattooing, she developed a strong foundation in design and composition. While her artistic education has been largely self-directed outside of tattooing, Rowan credits her apprenticeship with providing an unexpected depth of creative and technical knowledge.

Raised in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Rowan draws inspiration from the landscapes and culture of the Four Corners region. Her love of art began early, encouraged by her mother and shaped through a passion for drawing and painting. Alongside her tattoo work, Rowan continues to explore new creative avenues.

The theme for the Fair this year is "Camp Bonedale" an ode to all who have created community and a foundational ethos by contributing to this beloved event for the past 55 years. 💖

Thanks to for your ongoing creative direction for the poster each year.

06/03/2026

The reason Mountain Fair thrives and has lasted 55 years is because of volunteers. Since its inception the Fair was created by the community, for the community. Join us and the 500+ others in contributing to the best weekend of the summer! It’s a great way to give back, to meet new people, and a truly fun way to experience the Fair. Plus, just 4 hours of your time qualifies you to get the special “Friend of Fair” shirt.

Volunteer Sign Ups are now live!
https://www.carbondalearts.com/mountain-fair/ -the-fair

📷: Jamie Ramge, Mark Burrows, Sarah Overbeck

05/26/2026

This Friday (5/29, 5-7pm) Visceral Alchemy: Fine Art + Tattoo opens at the Carbondale Arts gallery featuring 21 tattoo artists from around the country who also have an active fine art practice. Curated by Sarah Overbeck and Matt Hays.

The twist? Several artists will also be tattooing out of The Launchpad Saturday May 30 from 11-6. Walk-ups accepted, first-come first served (18+)

*It’s also a great opportunity to see the exhibition on a Saturday! Spectators welcome too.

05/26/2026

Join us on Friday for a unique exhibition and on Saturday for a live-tattooing event!
Also, shout out to Julianna O'Clair for being a great media ally, best wishes on your new journey!

Beginning Friday, visitors to the Carbondale Arts Gallery can explore the creative work of more than 20 tattoo artists from around the country in the organization’s newest exhibition, “Visceral Alchemy: Fine Art + Tattoo.” The...