Important Festival Information
Two Rivers Park will be CLOSED and SECURED for general park access for festival safety and security beginning at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 19 through Monday, June 24. There will be access around the park on the river path.
NO PARKING ON DEVEREUX RD. OR THE SHOULDER OF DEVEREUX RD! Vehicles will be ticketed and/or towed at the owner's expense.
Thank you in advance for your patience and understanding.
Absolute No-No's
NO smoking or vaping at Two Rivers Park
NO weapons of any kind at the festival
NO glass containers
NO outside alcohol
NO pets besides service dogs at Two Rivers Park
NO soliciting
NO riding of your bike through the festival
ZERO TOLERANCE for illegal, disruptive and inappropriate behavior. This will result in removal from the festival.
Park Information
ATM/Credit Cards
There is an Alpine Bank ATM located next to the beer tent in the food court area. Credit cards are also accepted at the beer garden ticket booth, information booth and by most vendors.
IDs and Beer Garden
NEW! IDs will be reviewed upon entrance of the park. BE PREPARED with your ID at this time. No outside alcohol can be brought into the park, and purchased alcohol cannot be removed from the premise.
Refunds will not be given for unused drink tickets, so please use them or share with a friend.
Bag Check
Bags and food coolers will be checked at all entrances of the festival. Please be ready. Empty water bottles are allowed. No outside alcohol or glass can be brought into the festival.
Emergency Services/Lost & Found
The Glenwood Springs Police Department will have a presence at the park and will be the location for lost and found during festival hours. They are located in the food court near the west entrance. At the end of the festival on Sunday, all lost and found items remaining will be given to the Glenwood Springs Chamber staff and can be recovered at the Visitor Center, 802 Grand Ave.
General Festival Hours
Friday, June 21, 12-10 p.m.
Saturday, June 22, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
Sunday, June 23, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
First Aid
Trailhead Clinics will be available to treat MINOR injuries. Their booth is located next to the ATM, behind the beer garden.
Drinking Water
We are thrilled to be offering water refilling stations! To continue our sustainability efforts, we no longer sell bottled water at the festival. Please bring your reusable water bottles OR purchase a Strawberry Days reusable bottle at the information tent at the east entrance of Two Rivers Park. We will have several water refilling stations throughout the park.
Lawn Chairs and Shade Coverings
Low back lawn chairs are encouraged! Please enjoy many of the green spaces at Two Rivers Park. Additionally, there are six shade tents (three in the food court and 3 behind the food court) with tables and chairs for dining and relaxing. Picnic tables are also throughout the park.
In Case of Evacuation
This map shows the three primary evacuation routes from Two Rivers Park.
In the event of an emergency, please proceed to the exit nearest you.
In the event of a weather-related emergency, shelter is available in the 6th Street pedestrian tunnel and the lower Hot Springs Pool parking lot under the grand Avenue Bridge (pictured in inset.)
Strawberry Days FAQs
When does Strawberry Days take place?
Strawberry Days takes place on the third Friday, Saturday and Sunday in June. In 2024, the event will be held June 21-23. In 2025, the event will be held June 20-22.
Is Strawberry Days held on Fathers’ day weekend?
Often the event lands on the same weekend as Father’s Day, but not always. The festival is held on the third Friday, Saturday and Sunday in June.
How much does it cost to attend Strawberry Days?
Thanks to our generous sponsors admission to the festival is free.
When did Strawberry Days begin?
Started by the Tri-County Farmer’s Union, the first Strawberry Day was on June 18, 1898. The intention was to promote some of the state’s finest fruits, vegetables and dairy products produced in the region. Local farmers donated strawberries and fresh cream and local ladies baked cakes to serve to nearly 2,000 people from across the state who attended the celebration. More information.
Where are all the strawberries?
While strawberries are not grown in large quantities in and around Glenwood Springs anymore, we still honor the festival’s roots. One of the longest standing traditions is the serving of free strawberries and ice cream, which continues today on Saturday following the parade. Many food vendors also incorporate strawberries into their menus.
Are pets allowed during the festival?
Pets are not allowed at the festival. Please plan accordingly.
Is drinking water available at the park?
There will be four water bottle filling stations located at the park. Please bring your empty reusable water bottle. Vendors will not be selling bottled water so please come prepared. More information.
Are credit cards accepted at the festival?
Credit cards are accepted at the beer garden, information booth and by most vendors.
Is there an ATM?
There is an Alpine Bank ATM located behind the beer tent in the food court area.
Is there a lost and found?
The Glenwood Springs Police Department will have a presence at the park and will be the location for lost and found during festival hours. They are located in the food court near the west entrance. At the end of the festival on Sunday, all lost and found items remaining will be given to the Glenwood Springs Chamber staff and can be recovered at the Visitor Center, 802 Grand Ave.
Is onsite parking available?
Parking in the Two Rivers Parking lot (west side of the park) is by PERMIT ONLY or for persons with disabilities with an identifying placard or license plate. ADA parking is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. ADA Van Accessible spots are very limited, so please do not park in one unless needed. More information
Is there a location where I can drop off or pick up friends/family?
Attendees can be dropped off or picked up at the boat roundabout at Two Rivers Park (west side of the park), but there is no parking allowed at the roundabout. More information.
Is the boat ramp open during the festival?
The boat ramp is open during the festival. Trailers can pick up boats in the boat roundabout at Two Rivers Park, but there is no onsite trailer parking available from Thursday, June 20-Sunday, June 23. More information.
What are the closest FREE parking lots?
The closest festival parking is available at the city parking lot located on 7th Street and the lot adjacent to City Hall on 8th Street. Parking is also available throughout downtown and at Glenwood Springs Elementary School and Glenwood Springs High School. Please refer to the parking map for other available options. More information.
Is there a bus or a shuttle?
Ride Glenwood will have extended hours during Strawberry Days on Friday and Saturday to 10:30 p.m. Ride for FREE from one of the many locations throughout town to the Traver Trail stop and walk to Two Rivers Park along the Devereux Trail Bridge. ADA Complementary Paratransit Service hours will also be extended to match these Ride Glenwood service hours for eligible paratransit passengers. More information.
Where can I park my bike?
A bike parking corral is available at the east entrance of the park. There is also limited bike parking available at the west entrance. Please be sure to bring your own lock and bike light. More information.
Is ADA parking available?
Parking in the Two Rivers Parking lot (west side of the park) is by permit only or for persons with disabilities with an identifying placard or license plate. ADA parking is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. ADA Van accessible spots are very limited, so please do not park in one unless needed. More information.
Are there ADA restrooms?
ADA restrooms are available in the parking lot at the west entrance and at the southwest entrance of the park. More information.
Is the park ADA accessible?
Yes! The park is 22 acres with a sidewalk that runs throughout. Most of the arts and crafts vendors will be located along the sidewalk, on the grass. To enter the booths, you will need to exit the sidewalk path. Food vendors and main stage entertainment viewing are in the outfield of the ball diamond on grass. We have asked for the grass to be cut short to help with the movement of wheelchairs. More information.
Where can I find a list of arts and crafts vendors?
Arts and crafts vendors are listed here.
Where can I find a list of food vendors?
Food vendors are listed here.
Can I bring food into the park?
Yes! You are welcome to bring your own food into the park with you. Outside alcohol is not allowed.
When and where is the Strawberry Days Parade?
The Strawberry Days Parade takes place on Saturday, June 22 at 10 a.m. The parade will begin at Glenwood Springs High School, travel north on Pitkin, east on 8th St., North on Colorado and West on 7th Street. More information. More information.