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Event Name:
Donkey Derby Days


Event Type(s):
Festival
Race
Parade Event
Tourist Attractions

Description:

For more than 80 years, Donkey Derby Days have topped the list of favorite Cripple Creek events. People from all over the world descend on downtown, drawn by a chance to watch a race inspired by the town's resident donkey herd, believed to be distant relatives of the original donkeys from the town's Gold Rush days. Enjoy games, live entertainment, heritage competitions and other fun family activities that will make your visit one to remember!

The beginning of Donkey Derby Days dates back to the 1930s when local businessman Charley Lehew thought a festival would attract people to Cripple Creek. He and some business partners decided that donkey racing would be the main event. They built a donkey race track, found sponsors, food and entertainment vendors and the result was the first Donkey Derby Days festival.

When: June 25, 2021
Where: Downtown Cripple Creek, Colorado
Cost: FREE


Event Date:
6/25/2021

Location:
City of Cripple Creek
Bennett Avenue
Cripple Creek, CO 80813

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Rescheduled Donkey Derby Days for June 2021