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Friday, Aug. 20
- Yampa River Art Stroll:Yampa Street between Fifth and Seventh streets, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
As a part of the second annual Steamboat All Arts Festival, the Steamboat Chamber Resort Association and the Steamboat Springs Arts Council present the heart of the weekend event. Local and national artists will have booths set up along Yampa Street. Admission is free. Visit www.steamboatallartsfestival.com for more information. - Free Summer Concert Series with Emmitt-Nershi Band: Howelsen Hill, 6 p.m.
The front men from popular Colorado jam bands Leftover Salmon and The String Cheese Incident join in a high-energy acoustic bluegrass ensemble. It will be the final installment of the Free Summer Concert Series. Trevor G. Potter with Rural Wreckage will open the show. Fifth Street and Howelsen Parkway. - Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series: Brent Romick Rodeo Arena, 7:30 p.m.
Cowboys and cowgirls compete at classic rodeo events. Barbecue will be sold starting at 6 p.m., and pre-rodeo entertainment runs from 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. Tickets are $15 at the gate for adults and $8 for children ages 7 to 15. Children 6 and younger are free. Howelsen Parkway and Fifth Street. - Asleep at the Wheel: Strings Music Pavilion, 8 p.m.
The 40-year-old Western band plays the final weekend of Strings Music Festival. Asleep recently was awarded the Americana Music Lifetime Achievement Award for Performing for its tenure in the Western music scene. The band plays a lively mix of big band, swing and country. Tickets are $45. Call 970-879-5056. Pine Grove and Mount Werner roads. - Whitewater Ramble: The Tugboat Grill & Pub, 9:30 p.m.
The Colorado-based band calls itself “high-octane Rocky Mountain dance grass,” a term that encompasses its rock roots, bluegrass influences and danceable beats. Tickets are $5. Call 970-879-7070. 1860 Ski Time Square Drive.
- Mainstreet Farmers Market: Sixth Street, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Mainstreet Farmers Market features produce, food vendors and crafts. Better Half plays music from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. FREE. Call 970-846-1800. Sixth Street downtown between Lincoln Avenue and Oak Street. - Yampa River Art Stroll: Yampa Street between Fifth and Seventh streets, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Local and national artists have booths set up along Yampa Street as part of the second annual Steamboat All Arts Festival. Admission is $5.
- Golden Dragon Acrobats: Strings Music Pavilion, 3 p.m.
With dazzling costumes, music and acrobatics, the performers will demonstrate ancient traditions from Hebei, China. They will perform feats of balance, aerial skill, contortion and dexterity. They debuted on Broadway in 2005. Watch a video of the acrobats at www.exploresteamboat.com. Tickets are $35 for adults and $18 for children. Pine Grove and Mount Werner roads. - “Dirty Deeds at the Depot”: Depot Art Center, 7:30 p.m.
As a part of the Steamboat All Arts Festival, local actors will perform a Western melodrama set at a train depot. The performance tells the story of a young maiden torn between two men. Complete with villains and heroes, the interactive theater experience is a must-see for families. Tickets are $10. Call 970-879-9008. 1001 13th St. - Missed The Boat: Sweetwater Grill, 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Steamboat’s own rocking folk bluegrass band celebrates the release of its new self-titled album. A stage will be set up in the lawn next to the restaurant, and Jesse Christiansen and an African drum group will open the show. FREE. Call 970-879-9500. Eighth and Yampa streets.
- Yampa River Art Stroll: Yampa Street between Fifth and Seventh streets, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.Local and national artists will have booths set up along Yampa Street and there will be live performances as part of the Steamboat All Arts Festival. Admission is $5.
- Depot Block Party: Depot Art Center, 3 p.m.
To close out the Steamboat All Arts Festival, the Steamboat Swings Band will play big band and swing music. Guests can enjoy food, a cash bar and the SummerArt exhibition that showcases local artists. FREE. Call 970-879-9008. 1001 13th St.
- Poker night: The Tap House Sports Grill, 7 p.m.
Steamboat Recreational Poker League hosts a weekly poker tournament. Players must be at least 18. Call 970-879-2431 for more information. 729 Lincoln Ave. - Open Mic Night: The Boathouse Pub, 8 p.m.
Paul Geppert hosts an open mic night. FREE. Call 970-879-4797. 609 Yampa St.
- Trevor G. Potter with Rural Wreckage: The Boathouse Pub, 9 p.m.
Local Americana folk rock. Call 970-879-4797. 609 Yampa St.
- Dave Stamey: Depot Art Center, 7 p.m.
Acclaimed country-Western singer/songwriter Dave Stamey will ride into Steamboat for a one-night-only show at the Depot Art Center. Stamey has been repeatedly honored by the Western Music Association: twice as Songwriter of the Year, three times as Entertainer of the Year and three times as Male Performer of the Year. He also was named Best Living Western Solo Musician this year by True West Magazine. Tickets will be on sale at the door for $15 each. Call 970-879-9008. 1001 13th St.
- Melissa Ivey: Ghost Ranch Saloon, 9 p.m.
This guitarist is no stranger to the recording and performing world. She’s released four solo albums since she moved to Denver in her 20s, in addition to living in Spain. She plays pop-influenced femme rock. FREE. Call 970-879-9898. 56 Seventh St. - Karaoke: The Tap House Sports Grill, 10 p.m.
The Tap House hosts karaoke every Thursday. FREE. Call 970-879-2431. 729 Lincoln Ave.
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