Events in Mesa County today

Enjoy a community market in Fruita featuring local products and talents.

Teddy Morse's Grand Junction Harley-Davidson is presenting a family friendly Halloween celebration at the dealership. Participants can enter a customer costume contest by getting a photo taken on site, with winners determined by Facebook voting based on the highest number of likes. Awards include a $100 TMGJHD gift card for first place, $75 for second, and $50 for third. Children are welcome to trick or treat in a safe environment, and free temporary tattoos and coloring sheets will be available. Attendees can also cast a vote for the best employee costume while there.

Triple Play Records presents a free summer concert series in downtown Grand Junction featuring live performances from local and regional musicians. The lineup rotates, and a flyer highlights who is playing next. This community effort is supported by many local partners, including Mesa Theater, The Roost Kitchen & Bar, Rebel Treasures, Fat Cat Pottery, Pablo's Pizza, Ink 19, Mesa Jewelers, Willow Creek Herbs and Teas, The Gear Junction, Feisty Pint, The Zephyr Women’s Clothing, Out West Books, Pandora's Piercing & Fine Jewelry, Pollux Clothing Company, Downtown Grand Junction, Crescent Moon, Cruise Control Kitchen + Cellar, Old Friends Trading Company GJ, The Rockslide Brewery and Restaurant, Working Artists Gallery & Stained Glass Supplies, J.B. Hart Music Co., Inc., CanvaScape, Gentleman's Quality Barber Co., Williams Mercantile, Lavender Bee Montessori, Moody's Lounge, Moodys Underground, Pivot Provisions, Willys Wild Wieners, Colorado Fruit Design, B' N' Trees Arborist, Robins Nest Antiques, Neway Refillery, Rooted Valley GJ, 1836 Entertainment, Main Street Bagels, and Triple Play Records.

CMUertos Week wraps up with a Halloween football game as the Mavericks face New Mexico Highlands University. The free tailgate features Día de los Muertos festivities, a Folklorico performance, and a Metalachi Tailgate Takeover. The CMU football team will wear specialty Día de los Muertos uniforms, and Metalachi and the Rowdy Brass Band will perform on the field. Game day tickets are required for entry to Stocker Stadium.

Enjoy a round of bingo at Gold Mine Bingo in Grand Junction, CO. Settle in for classic number calling and friendly competition in a relaxed setting. Doors open ahead of the session so there is time to find a seat and prepare.

CWB presents a darker ballet for the Halloween season, with costumes encouraged to make it a memorable night. The tale follows young scientist Victor Frankenstein, who brings a being to life from stitched-together body parts. Horrified by his creation, he deserts it, setting off a tragic chain of events as the lonely creature searches for acceptance and eventually seeks revenge. Parental guidance is recommended.

Celebrate fall at an indoor, family-friendly Jesus festival at Junction Community Church. Enjoy complimentary candy and food, take part in games with prizes, and share easygoing, all-ages fun.

An intimate gathering of remembrance, movement, and stillness takes place at The Zen Den Fruita Yoga Studio. The experience includes a dance party in costume with a live DJ and a high quality sound setup, altar creation to honor personal lineage, and a soothing sound bath for reflection. A snack table will be available, with the tradition of placing a small bite on the ancestors’ plate before eating. This is a sober event with room for twelve people. Contributions are on a sliding scale of $35 to $45. Hosted by Zen Den and guided by Natalie Courtney, Conor Johnson, and Jamie Colón-Orelüp.

Now celebrating its 30th year, the Rim Rock Marathon & Half takes runners into Colorado National Monument with both marathon and half marathon distances. Registration prices will increase.

Participants stroll alongside Roice-Hurst Humane Society shelter dogs and volunteers during a pop-up Pack Walk held at rotating locations around the valley. It offers time to enjoy the company of shelter pets and connect with like-minded people. After each walk, dogs visit PetSmart for casual meet and greets. This program is made possible by Primary Care Partners. For safety, participation is limited to Roice-Hurst shelter pets and approved alumni, and owned dogs are not included. A participation waiver is required, and schedules and maps are available from the organizers.

Joanne Shaw Taylor takes the stage with a powerful blues rock set built around songs from Black & Gold, her latest release that peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Blues Album chart. The concert also features new music from her forthcoming album The Trouble With Love, plus highlights from earlier records and heartfelt tributes to blues legends. Expect blazing guitar work, soulful vocals, and a performance that celebrates both her newest material and the roots of the genre.

Enjoy a free weekly Commander night centered on Magic: The Gathering at Eclectic.

Give favorite Thanksgiving vegetables a healthy makeover while keeping the flavor. Learn to prepare nourishing casseroles, savory sides, and delicious gravies without added oil, sugar, or dairy. These recipes offer a way to bring healthier dishes to the holiday table, whether you follow a plant-based lifestyle or simply want to try something different.

An open community club for running, jogging, rucking, hiking, or walking, welcoming all ages and abilities. Activities include coach-led warm-ups, refreshments, and a recovery area with foam rollers, compression, and more. Once a month, the club heads to the trails, with runners, hikers, and dogs welcome. Bring a pack to ruck and train for hunting season.

A supportive space for people who identify as nonbinary, whether they experience little or no gender or a range of gender.

This free class offers a clear roadmap to buying a home for both first-time purchasers and those who have owned before. Participants will learn what it takes to qualify for a mortgage, explore down payment choices including options with little or no money down, and get a handle on credit basics and how a score affects purchasing power. Instructors will also clear up common misconceptions that can keep buyers on the sidelines. The session wraps up with time for questions. Space is limited, so to reserve a spot email ConradLendingGroup@afncorp.com or Info@KokopelliRealEstate.com.