Whittle the Wood Rendezvous

Whittle the Wood Rendezvous Northwest Colorado's annual chainsaw carving competition featuring two days of FREE outdoor concerts in Craig, CO. Don't miss the fun!

Whittle the Wood Rendezvous is Craig, Colorado's premier event, featuring head-to-head competition between a dozen experienced wood carvers. Watch as carvers begin with a tree trunk and create a masterpiece in four short days. And don't miss Friday's live music and the festival's conclusion on Saturday, as we welcome a nationally recognized headliner band for a free concert. We also celebrate Saturday with arts and crafts vendors, carver awards, plenty of delicious food and a car show downtown.

We are incredibly grateful for Duran & Pearce Contractors Incorporated--- their generous support as a Whittle Bears Spon...
06/02/2026

We are incredibly grateful for Duran & Pearce Contractors Incorporated--- their generous support as a Whittle Bears Sponsor is what brings our premier wood carving event to life! Whether you attend Whittle the Wood Rendezvous to watch the master carvers turn logs into works of art or enjoy all the other FREE family-friendly festivities, we couldn't do it without them.

Duran & Pearce Contractors is a family-owned and operated company based in Craig, Colorado, proudly serving the Northwest Colorado region including Meeker, Hayden, and Steamboat Springs. With over 35 years in business, they specialize in a wide range of construction services including excavation, concrete work, demolition, road building, gravel supply, and underground utility installation.

https://www.duranandpearce.com/

Boys of Summer - Music of the Eagles LIVE ║ FREE Concert WTW 2026The Boys of Summer celebrate the music of the Eagles th...
06/02/2026

Boys of Summer - Music of the Eagles LIVE ║ FREE Concert WTW 2026

The Boys of Summer celebrate the music of the Eagles the way it was meant to be heard--- LIVE and shared! Join us at Whittle the Wood Rendezvous in Craig, CO Saturday, June 20th for our headliner FREE show featuring The Boys of Summer - Music of the Eagles LIVE!

https://whittlethewood.com/wtw_entertainers

Some songs don’t just bring back memories, they bring people together.

From harmonies you know by heart to lyrics that still hit home, The Boys of Summer celebrate the music of the Eagles the way it was meant to be heard: live and shared.
January is just the beginning. 🎸

Follow along for upcoming show dates and behind-the-scenes moments.

Tune in to Moffat County Proud's NW Podcast tomorrow at 6pm--- we'll be talking City of Craig Parks and Rec. Summer even...
06/02/2026

Tune in to Moffat County Proud's NW Podcast tomorrow at 6pm--- we'll be talking City of Craig Parks and Rec. Summer events including Whittle the Wood Rendezvous!

CRAIG’S SUMMER PLAYLIST: ALL EVENTS. NO SKIPS. 🎧☀️

The NW Podcast is back, and we are kicking off the NEW season with the ultimate guide to your summer!

Join the NW Crew this Wednesday, June 3rd at 6:00 PM for an exclusive episode featuring Craig Parks and Recreation. We aren't just talking about a standard community calendar, we are diving into the absolute best events, hidden and non-stop action heading to our town over the next few months.

If you want to know what’s going down, where to be, and how to make the most of Craig this summer, you cannot afford to skip this episode.

👉 HOW TO WATCH LIVE:
Catch the entire broadcast as it happens! You can listen live on the Moffat County Proud page.

📅 Wednesday, June 3rd
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Live on Moffat County Proud Facebook

Set your reminders, grab a cold drink, and drop your questions for the Parks & Rec crew in the comments below! 👇

Big shoutout to Cook Chevrolet/Cook Subaru--- longtime supporting partner of Whittle the Wood Rendezvous. Their continue...
06/01/2026

Big shoutout to Cook Chevrolet/Cook Subaru--- longtime supporting partner of Whittle the Wood Rendezvous. Their continued Whittle Bears event sponsorship helps ensure FREE family-friendly event activities and FREE music entertainment at WTW2026. Thank you for being a true champion of our community!

Cook Chevrolet & Subaru has been servicing NW Colorado and the Yampa Valley for over 60 years. Customer Focused. Community Driven since 1962.

https://www.cookchevy.com/
https://www.cooksubaru.com/

3 weeks until Whittle the Wood Rendezvous! World-class carvers, FREE concerts, FREE family-friendly activities, and so m...
05/30/2026

3 weeks until Whittle the Wood Rendezvous! World-class carvers, FREE concerts, FREE family-friendly activities, and so much more! Check out the full line-up of WTW events at: https://whittlethewood.com/schedule_of_events

Wake the Whittler 5K Walk/Fun Run || WTW 2026
Brian Ghiradelli Music ║ FREE Concert WTW 2026
Crystal Visions – Tribute to Fleetwood Mac ║ FREE Concert WTW 2026
James Williams & The Faith Peddlers ║ FREE Concert WTW 2026
Boys of Summer - Music of the Eagles LIVE ║ FREE Concert WTW 2026

www.whittlethewood.com

Community partnerships help us create something truly special at Whittle the Wood Rendezvous. We want to extend our hear...
05/29/2026

Community partnerships help us create something truly special at Whittle the Wood Rendezvous. We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to SavATree - Tree Service & Lawn Care for their Whittle Bears Sponsorship! We ❤️ arborists!

🌳 SavATree's Steamboat Springs branch has proudly served communities throughout Steamboat Springs, Craig, Oak Creek, and the surrounding Colorado mountain communities for over 20 years. They deliver expert residential and commercial tree services tailored to the unique needs of homeowners, businesses, and municipalities in our area. Their certified arborists and horticulturalists are committed to enhancing the health and beauty of your property with personalized care.

https://www.savatree.com/

Huge thanks to Whittle Bears sponsor Mamich Agency, LLC for supporting the 26th Annual Whittle the Wood Rendezvous! We t...
05/28/2026

Huge thanks to Whittle Bears sponsor Mamich Agency, LLC for supporting the 26th Annual Whittle the Wood Rendezvous! We truly appreciate you for helping make this event possible!

Owner Peter Mamich shares, “I love being able to provide solutions to the insurance problems people have. I think it’s important to support the community of the Yampa Valley because change starts first in your family and your community. If you want to implement change, start where you’re planted.”

Be sure to stop by the Mamich Agency, LLC booth at the event and say hi to these friendly faces! https://www.mamichagency.com/

CALL FOR ARTS & CRAFT VENDORS/NON-PROFITS: We're looking for unique artisans and non-profit organizations that bring qua...
02/11/2026

CALL FOR ARTS & CRAFT VENDORS/NON-PROFITS: We're looking for unique artisans and non-profit organizations that bring quality, creativity, and community connection to enhance the Whittle the Wood Rendezvous event. If you’re interested in a great opportunity to get in front of thousands to promote your products/mission, we invite you to apply today! https://whittlethewood.com/vendor_info

Applications due by the March 20th, 2026

CALL FOR FOOD TRUCKS/FOOD BOOTHS: We're looking for food trucks/booths that bring quality, creativity, and good vibes to...
02/11/2026

CALL FOR FOOD TRUCKS/FOOD BOOTHS: We're looking for food trucks/booths that bring quality, creativity, and good vibes to enhance the Whittle the Wood event. If your offerings are original or just plain delicious, we'd like to invite you to apply! https://whittlethewood.com/vendor_info

Applications due by March 20th, 2026

🪵 CARVERS WANTED 🪵We are currently seeking talented wood carvers to apply for the 26th Annual Whittle the Wood Rendezvou...
01/14/2026

🪵 CARVERS WANTED 🪵
We are currently seeking talented wood carvers to apply for the 26th Annual Whittle the Wood Rendezvous. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your skills, sell your work, and connect with fellow artists and enthusiasts. Selected carvers will receive $1,000 in show up money and compete for substantial cash prizes! APPLY TODAY!

For event and application details visit: https://bit.ly/WTW_Carver_2026

www.whittlethewood.com

Address

Craig, CO
81625

Opening Hours

Wednesday 9am - 5pm
6pm - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
6pm - 8pm

Telephone

+19708262029

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