Adventure by Day…
Theatre by Night!
Adventure by Day… Theatre by Night!
DAY 1
Explore
Welcome to Creede, Colorado!
Staying for a while? Check in to The Creede Hotel, recently named a National Historical Designated Property, or Blue Creek Lodge, located between Creede and South Fork along the Rio Grande River. Coming in the camper? Mountain Views RV Park & Resort is the perfect spot to launch your Creede adventure.
Once downtown, explore the many shops, restaurants, galleries, and views in our unique mountain town.
Prepare
Don’t have the right gear or need to upgrade your mountain chic look? Head to San Juan Sports for all your needs, and grab a beverage at their Sunnyside Bar while you shop!
Eat
Enjoy everything from the casual vibe at Kip’s Grill or Tommyknocker Tavern to fine dining at The Creede Hotel & Restaurant, just next door to the Mainstage Theatre, or Antlers Riverside Restaurant for breathtaking views.
Imagine
Every summer since 1966, Creede Repertory Theatre has performed shows in rotating repertory. You can see up to five different shows in one weekend!
Evening shows begin at 7pm, matinees at 1pm. Up for a late night? Boomtown! Improv Comedy performs most Fridays at 9:30pm.
DAY 2
Family
Each summer, CRT offers a variety of Day Camps for learners of all ages and interests. Sign up for a camp and prepare to play and learn! The classic comedy The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde is recommended for audiences 8 and up.
Adventure
Book a fishing trip at Creede Guide & Outfitters. Even if you’ve never cast a fly rod, their guides will make it an unforgettable experience. Or reserve an ATV/UTV with Mountain Skillz and experience the spectacular views of the San Juan Mountains.
Catch a Show!
Creede Rep performs in two different spaces within two blocks of each other. Catch the monsterously hilarious musical version of Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein at the historic Mainstage Theatre, or discover who done it in Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville: a Sherlock Homes Mystery the Ruth Humphreys Brown Theatre.
DAY 3
Hike
Creede is nestled in 96% National Forest, offering a variety of hikes right outside your back door!
If you want to stay close to town, we recommend the Up-and-Over, which takes you to the beautiful spires above downtown. You can find the trailhead in the parking lot east of Downstream Gas & Mercantile.
Art
Creede might have more galleries per capita than any other city as well as being home to internationally acclaimed watercolor artist, Stephen Quiller. Long live the arts in Creede!
Sweet Music
Another day, another show. Round out your trip with the stunning World Premiere production of Prima’s Guide to Funerals by Leonard Madrid. You also don’t want to miss our Summer Concert Series produced in partnership with the Creede Musical Arts Collective.