Good morning, Castle Rock,
Summer has officially arrived — and it's bringing the heat! With temps nearing triple digits this weekend and tons of outdoor events lined up, now's the time to stay cool, stay connected, and soak up everything Castle Rock has to offer.
In today’s Castle Rock Weekly:
🎸 Sugar Ray plays PSM Amphitheater this Saturday
🐤 Thousands of ducks to race down Plum Creek
🚨 Heat advisory + your weekend weather
🌾 Farmers Market, Free Fitness Fridays & Sip and Savor
🎉 Big community events from June 19 to 26
Let’s get into it.
— R.J. Culley
THE DIGEST
🎈 Get Ready for the Ducky Derby On Saturday, June 22
Thousands of rubber ducks will race down Plum Creek at the Rotary Club's annual Ducky Derby! The family-friendly fun runs from 9 AM to 3 PM at Festival Park, with the race starting at 1 PM. There'll be food vendors, artisan booths, a kids zone, duck painting, and prizes for the winning ducks. Proceeds benefit local causes including education and senior services.
🎤 Sugar Ray Live This Weekend
The Summer Concert Series kicks off with Sugar Ray and Dylan Cotrone this Saturday, June 21 at the Amphitheater at Philip S. Miller Park. Pack your chairs and dancing shoes — this is one you don’t want to miss. Doors open: 5:30 PM | Show starts: 6:30 PM | Tickets required.
🥾 New Trail Could Connect Red Hawk to Ridgeline
The Town is planning a two-mile single track trail connecting Red Hawk Drive to Ridgeline Open Space via the scenic Santa Fe Quarry Butte. An open house is set for Monday, July 7, from 4–6 PM at Red Hawk Ridge Golf Course.
🗣️ Take the online survey at CRgov.com/RedHawkTrail
🌡️ Heat Advisory This Weekend
Heads up: A heat advisory is in effect Friday and Saturday from 11 AM to 6 PM. Temps could reach up to 100°F. Stay hydrated, stay cool, and check on neighbors! ☀️ Mon–Wed next week could bring some much-needed rain.
🎉 Castle Rock Weekend Events
Tunes for Trails — Free Concert: Heavy Diamond Ring
🗓️ Thursday, June 19 | 🕠 5:30 PM gates | 🎶 6:30 PM show
📍 Philip S. Miller Park
🎟️ Free entry; food + alcohol available for purchase
Free Fitness Friday — Cardio & Stretch
🗓️ Friday, June 20 | 🕗 8:00 AM
📍 PSM AmphitheaterBring your water and energy!
Outdoor Summer Fest at Outlets at Castle Rock
Sunshine, music, food trucks, games, shopping, and even a climbing wall. This family-friendly bash is packed with fun.
🗓️ Saturday, June 21 | 🕛 12 PM – 3 PM
📍 Outlets at Castle Rock
🎟️ FREE Admission
Highlights include:
🎶 Live Music | 🧗 Climbing Wall | 🏌️ Golf Simulator
🐂 Mechanical Bull | 🦅 Wildlife Experience | 🍺 Beer Garden
🛍️ Giveaways & summer sales from 100+ stores
Festival Park Farmers Market
🗓️ Sunday, June 22 | ⏰ 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Locally grown produce, meats, baked goods, and artisan vendors every Sunday through mid-October.
Castle Rock Sip and Savor
🗓️ Friday, June 28 | 🕔 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 PSM Amphitheater
🎟️ $100 | Wine + bourbon tastings, gourmet bites, live jazz with After Midnight
Dirt Jumps and Donuts — CRPD Bike Event
🗓️ Thursday, June 19 | 🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Rhyolite ParkBring your bike, helmet, and appetite!
Donuts provided by The Donut House 🍩