Art & Culture

Throughout history, people have defined art in many ways. One modern definition is “something that is created with imagination and skill and that is beautiful."

Ignite Creativity

A Vibrant

Arts Scene

The Castle Rock community is abundant with public art which ignites creativity and inspires conversation.  There is an enormous commitment to the arts where residents realize that the arts are important to preserving culture and quality of life. Castle Rock’s love for the arts is perhaps most evident the weekend after Labor Day‚ when the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce presents the highly anticipated Castle Rock Artfest‚ an annual two-day festival in downtown, that showcases the work of more than 180 artists from all over the United States.

In addition to the Artfest, the Town boasts attractions such as a community theatre and a unique theatre that specializes in magic, illusions and special effects; a wine festival ranked as one of the five best in the state; historic tours; an authentic castle; in-line hockey rink; multi-plex cinema; fair grounds and event center complex with daily competitions and events, and a summer-long renaissance festival reminiscent of the days of chivalry and jousting and a wildlife museum. With so many attractions and activities to choose, you may have to stay longer!

Paint brush and pallet with colors
Eagle Statue in Castle Rock

Public art

Inspiring Creativity

Public art means many things to people. It is a form of expression. It documents history. It can be a celebration or a legacy. It can ignite creativity, share culture and inspire conversation.

Public art in Castle Rock is paid for out of the Philip S. Miller Trust Fund. No taxpayer money is used for the purchase of public art. Castle Rock is part of the Countywide Art Encounters program.

Discover the vibrant arts and culture scene in Castle Rock! From captivating public art to the annual Colorado Artfest, creativity thrives here. Explore community theaters, unique magic shows, historic tours, and more. Embrace the charm and artistic spirit that makes Castle Rock a cultural gem.

Castle Rock

Museum

The Castle Rock Museum is housed in a structure which by any account is its prime artifact. The Denver & Rio Grande Railroad had just been built between Denver and Old Colorado City (Colorado Springs) in 1871. It was the first narrow gauge line in the United States and its builder, General William Jackson Palmer, had selected several communities along its route as deserving of rail sidings or depots. Castle Rock became one of them in 1874 when it was designated as county seat of the newly re-aligned Douglas County.

Featured Attractions

Artfest in Castle Rock

Castle Rock Artfest

The weekend after Labor Day, the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce hosts a juried fine arts show with artists from across the country. Delight in the artistic impressions of more than 176 artists from across the country.

Starlighting ceremony in Castle Rock

Starlighting

Presented by the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, the Castle Rock “Lighting of the Star” has been a community event shared by residents dating back to 1936.
People at the Castle Rock winefest

Castle Rock Sip & Savor

Presented by the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, the Castle Rock Sip & Savor, an outdoor wine tasting event, will offer more than two dozen wineries and over 180 varieties of Colorado wine.
parade

Douglas County Fair Parade

Presented by the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, The Fair Parade, which originated in 1954 and has long since become a staple of the summer’s liveliest weekend of the Douglas County Fair & Rodeo’s public events.

"The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls." – Pablo Picasso

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