UPCOMING EVENTS IN HISTORIC CENTRAL CITY

August 25-October 5, 2025: Wednesday-Sunday 11:00AM-5:00PM
Reception and Awards September 5, 2025: 5:00PM-8:00PM
Washington Hall, 117 Eureka Street
Admission: FREE
Sponsored by Gilpin County Arts Association

Gilpin County Arts Association is pleased to welcome Plein Air Artists Colorado’s 28th Annual National Fine Art Exhibition to Washington Hall providing collectors the opportunity to purchase these exceptional pieces, all of which were created  outdoors. The reception and awards on September 5 are free and family friendly.

Now-October 5, 2025: Wednesday-Sunday 11:00AM-5:00PM
Reception and Awards September 5, 2025: 5:00PM-8:00PM
Washington Hall, 117 Eureka Street
Admission: FREE
Sponsored by Gilpin County Arts Association

Gilpin County Arts Association is pleased to welcome Plein Air Artists Colorado’s 28th Annual National Fine Art Exhibition to Washington Hall providing collectors the opportunity to purchase these exceptional pieces, all of which were created  outdoors. The reception and awards on September 5 are free and family friendly.

Now-September 28, 2025: Daily 10:00AM-4:00PM
2025 Season Comes to a Close
Gilpin History Museum, 228 East First High Street
Admission: $10 per adult, Children 12 and under tour for free
Sponsored by Gilpin County Historical Society

The intriguing Gilpin History Museum captures the nuances of life in Central City throughout the decades. See the infamous submarine created by Rufus T. Owens in 1898 among its many storytelling exhibits. Built more than a century ago in 1869, the museum’s first floor served as a gambling hall and saloon with a school on the second floor. The townspeople thought better, converting the building and a high school remained in operation there until 1966. It is now a Trip Advisor Five-Star rated museum open daily until September 28th when it closes for the season, although it is available for groups of two or more by appointment. The Museum will reopen Memorial Day weekend 2026.

Now-October 5, 2025: Wednesday-Sunday 11:00AM-5:00PM
Reception and Awards September 5, 2025: 5:00PM-8:00PM
Washington Hall, 117 Eureka Street
Admission: FREE
Sponsored by Gilpin County Arts Association

Gilpin County Arts Association is pleased to welcome Plein Air Artists Colorado’s 28th Annual National Fine Art Exhibition to Washington Hall providing collectors the opportunity to purchase these exceptional pieces, all of which were created  outdoors. The reception and awards on September 5 are free and family friendly.

October 4 & 5, 2025: 10:00AM-3:00PM
Admission: FREE
Location: TBD
Sponsored by Main Street Central City

Welcome fall in the high country with a visit to at the Annual Central City Pumpkin Patch. Kids enjoy a pumpkin-decorating contest, a scavenger hunt, games and more. To get everyone in the October mood, costumes are encouraged. There is more information to come so check back frequently.

October 17, 18, 24, 25, 2025: 90 minute tours depart every 30 minutes beginning at 6:30PM
Admission: TBD
Meet at Century Casino, 102 Main Street
Sponsored by Gilpin County Historical Society

Visit historic buildings in Central City and hear ghost stories and other creepy tales from Gilpin County's past. Some mysteries prevail to this day. These 90 minute walking tours are led by historians from the Gilpin Historical Society. Tickets go on sale soon so check back frequently.

Thursday, November 13, 2025: 6:00PM-9:00PM
Tickets: $78.00 per person
Teller House, 120 Eureka Street
Sponsored by Gilpin County Arts Association

With culture playing such an important role in all that Central City has to offer, Gilpin County Arts Association presents Taste of Gilpin -- A Culinary Showdown and Fundraiser to mark its 78th Anniversary. Top regional chefs compete, showcasing their creativity with the pairings of dishes and cocktails. Guests are invited to cast a vote and participate in a silent auction as a panel of judges decides the winners of the Best Bite and Best Sip. Tickets for this 21+ can’t-miss event include fine cuisine, craft cocktails, wine and beer.

December 6 & 7, 2025: 10:00AM-4:00PM concluding at 3:00PM on December 7th
Admission: FREE
Teller House, 120 Eureka Street
Sponsored by Main Street Central City

Mark your calendar for the 27th Annual TommyKnocker Holiday Bazaar where you’ll find exclusive gifts from more than 25 local artisans. Add to that holiday festivities to include cookie decorating, a visit from Father Christmas, children’s coloring contest, a Victorian costume contest and more. Just being in the historic Teller House, home of the famous Face on the Barroom Floor and decked out for the occasion, separates this Christmas shopping experience from any other.