Join us in Cripple Creek for Donkey Derby Days, taking place June 26–28, a beloved three-day festival celebrating the town’s rich mining heritage and the iconic Cripple Creek donkey herd.
Hosted by the Two Mile High Club, this long-standing tradition serves as the organization’s largest fundraiser, supporting the care and well-being of the community’s famous donkeys.
This free, family-friendly event draws visitors from across the country to enjoy exciting donkey derby races, a lively parade, live music, food and retail vendors, and a variety of activities for all ages.
Rooted in a tradition dating back to the 1930s, Donkey Derby Days honors the important role donkeys played in Cripple Creek’s gold rush history while offering a fun weekend downtown.