June 24th - June 29th, 2027 in Paonia Colorado
Pig Out & Parade in Paonia 🐖🎉
Join us in the heart of the North Fork Valley in Paonia for a long weekend packed with good food, friends, mountain views, and small-town fun. Here’s what we’ve got planned:
Thursday – Arrive & Get Settled
Roll into Paonia, check into your room, and take a deep breath of that fresh mountain air.
Dinner will be available that evening — casual, easy, and a perfect chance to reconnect and kick off the weekend together.
Friday – Welcome Brunch & Explore
Morning:
Welcome Brunch to get everyone fueled up and officially start the festivities.
Afternoon:
Free time to explore downtown Paonia — stroll Grand Avenue, check out local shops, grab coffee, maybe even take a scenic drive.
Evening:
Dinner together followed by games, laughs, and plenty of storytelling.
Saturday – Parade & Pig Out Street Party
The big day is here!
Morning:
We’ll kick things off with a parade down Main Street — bring your festive spirit and be ready to celebrate small-town style.
Afternoon:
Pig Roast & Summer BBQ Street Party!
Slow-roasted pork, classic summer sides, music, and plenty of time to hang out and soak it all in.
Evening:
Keep the party going with good company and relaxed evening fun.
Sunday – River Day
We’ll spend the day enjoying the nearby river — relaxing and hanging out by the water.
Evening:
Dinner together followed by games and laid-back fun.
Monday – Explore the Area
Take the day to explore more of what makes this area special — orchards, wineries, mountain views, or a scenic drive along the West Elk Loop Scenic Byway with the beautiful West Elk Mountains as your backdrop.
Evening:
One last dinner and game night to wrap up an unforgettable trip.
Tuesday – Departure
Breakfast, hugs, and safe travels home — until next time!
Come ready to eat well, laugh loud, and make memories in one of Colorado’s most charming small towns. 🐷🌄
Nestled in the heart of Colorado’s North Fork Valley, Paonia is the kind of small town that feels like stepping into a postcard. Surrounded by orchards, vineyards, and sweeping mountain views, Paonia blends laid-back charm with a creative, community-driven spirit.
Known for its farm-to-table culture, local wineries, and stunning access to the outdoors, this Western Slope gem offers everything from fresh-picked peaches to scenic drives along West Elk Loop Scenic Byway. Stroll down Grand Avenue and you’ll find colorful storefronts, friendly faces, and that unmistakable small-town warmth that makes visitors feel like locals.
With the majestic West Elk Mountains as a backdrop and the North Fork of the Gunnison River winding nearby, Paonia is where rustic meets vibrant — making it the perfect setting for our Pig Out and Parade in Paonia.
Come hungry, bring your friends, and get ready to celebrate good food, good people, and good old-fashioned fun in one of Colorado’s sweetest little towns. 
🛏️ Your Home Base: Rocky Mountain Inn
For our Pig Out & Parade in Paonia weekend, all guests will be staying together at the Rocky Mountain Inn, right in the heart of downtown Paonia. It’s just a short walk from the parade route, shops, and restaurants — perfect for popping in and out throughout the weekend.
The Inn offers a mix of cozy rooms and apartment-style suites, so everyone will have a comfortable spot to relax after a day of parades, BBQ, river fun, and games. Enjoy the courtyard, unwind with a coffee, or just hang out with fellow guests — this is your home base for the weekend, and it’s all ready for you!
Being all together makes it easy to share meals, plan activities, and soak in the small-town charm of Paonia as a group.