An annual event in Fairplay, Colorado since 1949, Burro Days celebrates the role of the burro in mining days of old.

Always held during the last full weekend in July, the 70^th Annual Burro Days will take place Friday, July 27 through Sunday, July 29, 2018.

Over 10,000 people participate in festivities such as: burro races, llama races, kiddies pack dog races, gold panning, a parade, outhouse races, over 145 arts, craft and food booths, local musical entertainment, BBQ & barn dance, pancake breakfast, Cowboy Church services and more!

2016 Long Course Winner,
Kirt Courkamp & Mary Margaret

Burro Days merchandise is available for purchase at the Burro Information Booth at the corner of 5th and Main Streets during the event weekend. The Town of Fairplay is happy to support Park County RE-2 schools with a portion of the Burro Days proceeds each year.