I’m searching for my 17 year old son, Jeremiah Frye. He is about 5’8 - 5’10 and drives a 2010 Red Ford Ranger with all black wheels. He ran away from his home in Illinois Thursday. He lives there with his dad and I live in Longmont. His last know location was a ping we got off a cell phone tower, that put him in North Boulder area on Friday afternoon.

No hits on his truck plates since then, and his phone has been off or in airplane mode since Saturday morning. His dad and I think he may have went into the mountains.

He left with a duffel bag (unsure of the contents, but presumably only clothes and maybe a few provisions), some cash, and a few pairs of hiking/military boots. His close friends have no clue where he went or why. He is a popular and respected kid among his peers and his local community and we are all beside ourselves trying to locate him.

Please keep a look out for him or his truck and contact Boulder PD if you see anything🙏🏻

Step Back in Time at the 2026 Rocky Mountain Craft Spirits Festival: An Immersive Speakeasy Experience in Estes Park Join us Nov. 7 from 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. at the Estes Park Events Complex for a 1920s-inspired celebration featuring 40+ Craft Distillers, Colorado Breweries, family fun for everyone, local vendors, food, live music, and more. Estes Park, CO — Nov. 7, 2025— The Rocky Mountain Craft Spirits Festival returns for another unforgettable year with a Prohibition-era twist! About the Rocky Mountain Craft Spirits Festival: The Rocky Mountain Craft Spirits Festival celebrates Colorado’s vibrant distilling community by bringing together artisans, enthusiasts, and adventurers for a day of tasting, learning, and connection. Each year, the festival highlights the creativity, craftsmanship, and culture that make Colorado’s spirits scene so unique. This year, the festival welcomes everyone to embrace fall in the Rocky Mountains with an experience the whole family can enjoy. From craft spirits and live music to food, games, and family-friendly activities, there is something for everyone. Step into the speakeasy, embrace the season, and experience an afternoon of Colorado craft, vintage glamour, and Rocky Mountain revelry. New this year, the festival is family-friendly and open to all ages, with ticket options for everyone. Families can enjoy bounce houses, face painting, food vendors, and plenty of activities while adults explore Colorado’s craft spirits scene.

Guests can enjoy:

● 40+ Colorado Distilleries, Breweries, and Vendors showcasing craft spirits and local flavors

● Custom Festival Glasses sponsored by Broderick and Uncle Tim’s Cocktails Distillery — yours to keep

● Live Jazz and Swing Music by Deborah Stafford and Sound

● Tin Plate Western Portraits by Dylan Burr Photography — capture your vintage alter ego

● Educational Tastings and Speakeasy Lounges featuring your favorite distillers and brewers, sponsored by Renewal by Andersen

● Craft Cocktails, Music, and Family Fun all afternoon as we celebrate the end of Prohibition in style

● Sponsored Shuttle connecting the Events Center, downtown, and local stops — including The Velvet Lounge and Estes Perk, where you can keep the speakeasy experience going with live music and chocolate decadence

● Kids Zone filled with bounce houses, face painting and more

Event Details: Date: Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026 Time: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Location: Estes Park Event Complex, Estes Park, Colorado Tickets: Available now at epspirits.com Raise your glass, dress the part, and get ready for a Prohibition-ending good time in the heart of the Rockies.

Me, my husband, and 2 sons (2.5 & 4) will be coming in mid-May and I don't know what to expect. I've done Denver in December and RMNP in August (from Alabama).

What should I expect to do with 1.5 days in Estes and/or RMNP? I also want suggestion on places to stay but (call me boujee) I'm not a fan of a lot of the suggested places I've seen so far. I want a bit of an updated, cleaner feel to a room instead of a 30 year old, mountain cabin.

I’m searching for my 17 year old son, Jeremiah Frye. He is about 5’8 - 5’10 and drives a 2010 Red Ford Ranger with all black wheels. He ran away from his home in Illinois Thursday. He lives there with his dad and I live in Longmont. His last know location was a ping we got off a cell phone tower, that put him in North Boulder area on Friday afternoon. We have been working with local authorities and also had a hit on his plates via flock camera, (but that hit was Thursday in Nebraska).

No hits on his truck since then, and his phone has been off or in airplane mode since Saturday morning. His dad and I think he may have went on foot into the mountains. He is a fairly competent outdoorsman, but we do not know what all he may have with him to help him navigate the Rockies.

He left with a duffel bag (unsure of the contents, but presumably only clothes and maybe a few provisions), some cash, and a few pairs of hiking/military boots. His close friends have no clue where he went or why. He is a popular and respected kid among his peers and his local community and we are all beside ourselves trying to locate him.

Please keep a look out for him or his truck and contact Boulder PD if you see anything🙏🏻

Best place to stay over Christmas! Any recommendations for lodging or activities? We are a family of 5 with young kids. Would love somewhere with lots of Christmas Spirit!

Did anyone else have this experience?

I was already two drinks in and expecting to be silly and a little creepy and what I got was a painfully boring experience.

Over $90 for 3 people, I was actually embarrassed and apologized to my friends after this tour.

Not a single person laughed at any of the guides “jokes” he went around with his phone to show people pictures of ghosts. Any theater kid at the local high school would have better cadence than our guide. Not a single person reacted to a single photo lol it was so bad I was actually uncomfortable.

We didn’t even go in the actual hotel!!! We were taken to a concert hall and the basement area where we could hear the next tour group behind us rushing us along.

They barely even talked about Stephen king or the movie which is why this place is famous let’s be real.

Just laughably terrible. All the reviews online are great but they’re older. Anyone else have a similar experience?

I’ve seen very little about the usual downtown Halloween event for this year. Is it still going down?

My husband and I are looking for the best places to stay in Rocky Mountain National park in November if anyone has recommendations! Thank you!

🚗 PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: FREE PARKING SEASON IS BACK IN ESTES PARK!
Town paid parking enforcement has officially wrapped up for the season, meaning free parking has returned throughout downtown Estes Park!
Town Policy & Parking Details:
* Seasonal Enforcement: The Town of Estes Park operates paid parking during the peak summer and early autumn season (typically late May through mid-October).
* Off-Season Free Parking: From now through the spring, public parking spaces, parking structures, and downtown lots throughout town are free of charge with no meter enforcement required.
* Standard Regulations Apply: While meters are turned off for the season, standard traffic safety laws, accessibility (handicapped) spot restrictions, and overnight parking regulations remain in effect.
As the summer crowds thin out and the pace slows down, it is the perfect time to stroll downtown, support local businesses, enjoy a meal, and take in the beauty of the Rockies without the summer hustle and bustle.
Come on up, enjoy hassle-free parking, and support our local Estes Park community!
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Hello!

My wife and I are new(ish) to Estes Park and have been struggling to find ways to socialize and meet new friends without always having to go down to Boulder or Loveland.

We're interested in any local meetup groups, book clubs, hiking/climbing groups, etc, but we're struggling to find any.

Any advice is welcome!

Hey guys! I’m not an experienced driver and was wondering what conditions are looking like this weekend?

I’ve driven up there in the summer and was totally fine but wondering if there’s any ice/ snow this time of year

In town with family, saw quite a few last weekend but nothing today. Any recent sightings?

Hello!

I’m planning a trip to Estes Park during thanksgiving week and was wondering the weather patterns around that time. Is it usually snowy or icy around thanksgiving time there? we’re coming from northeast kansas!

A set of keys with names Ivan and Pippi on one of the keychains. We placed them to the right of the Lion’s Gulch trailhead sign.

Mornin’ neighbors! Here’s what’s happening this weekend. Looks like it’s going to be one of the last weekends in the 70s, so get out there and soak it in! 

Live Music

• Geoff Clark at The Rock Inn Mountain Tavern, Sat 5-8pm.
• Sunday Fun-Day with Rudy Vican at Snowy Peaks Winery, Sun 2-5pm.
• Poet’s Row at The Rock Inn Mountain Tavern, Sun 5-8pm.

Worth the Drive

• 18th Annual Loveland Art Studio Tour, Sat-Sun 11am-5pm, free, last weekend
• Downtown Loveland ZombieCrawl and Rooftop Zombie Crawl Dance Party, Sat 4-11pm
• Loveland Opera Theatre: Die Fledermaus, Historic Rialto Theater, Sat 2pm and Sun 2pm, closing weekend
• Laurel Fest, Fort Collins, Sat. 60+ bands, $31 weekend wristband
• Open Streets on Laurel Street, Fort Collins, Sun 10am-3pm, free

Full events list for the week drops every Thursday (stories on Tuesday), always free. Check it out in the first comment!

If we've missed something, feel free to add it to the comments! We always appreciate it. And if you want to add an event to next weeks newsletter list, DM me.

Hey everyone! The restaurant I work at is looking for someone to fill a host/hostess position.

Figured I’d post here in case anyone local is looking for work or knows someone who might be interested. Feel free to message me and I can put you in touch with management for more details!

Looking for a place to stay that has a restaurant/bar option for after a day of hiking!

Okay, Estes Park people, how does a grown woman make friends around here? Asking for a friend. The friend is me. I’m the friend.

Kiddo and I have been living up on Storm Mountain since April, but we’ve finally moved into town, and I’ve decided it’s probably time to start making some actual human connections instead of just waving at people and hoping for the best.
Kiddo has done a fantastic job collecting friends at school, so naturally, I’m the one struggling socially. Nothing like being outperformed by a 9 yr old.

I’m looking for some grown-up friends! People to grab coffee with, go explore with, have a drink with, wander around town, or just sit around and complain about the price of groceries with. I’m pretty easy to entertain.

I work in town, but most of my interactions with adults are currently of the professional variety, and I feel like there’s a limit to how often I can ask someone about their day before they realize I’m just trying to make a friend.

So, Estes Park locals, what’s the secret? Are there clubs? Groups? Activities? Secret friendship ceremonies? Do I just show up somewhere and announce that I’m accepting applications for friends?

Bonus points if you’re also a transplant, a fellow single parent, a fellow introvert pretending to be an extrovert, or just someone who has also wondered how people make friends after the age of 30.

Help a girl out. I promise I’m relatively housebroken, occasionally funny, and excellent at making fun of myself.
Seriously, though, where do the grown-ups go to meet other grown-ups around here?

Going to Estes Park next week. Tips on best places to eat?

Basically what the title says. Totally understandable if not, but figured it couldn’t hurt to ask lol