Donkey Derby Days has been the primary fundraiser for the Two Mile High Club since 1931. This annual three-day festival serves as the largest fundraiser for the Club, which provides essential support for the Cripple Creek Donkeys. Donkey Derby Days celebrates our region's rich history and the significant role that donkeys played in that history.
The celebration includes music, an annual parade, Donkey Derby Races, great food, family attractions, and vendors. People come from all over the nation to celebrate this favorite festival!
Join Us!
Support the Two Mile High Club by joining us at our annual Donkey Derby Days event every June. It's a free event that's fun for the whole family, with plenty of activities to enjoy.
Your attendance helps us raise much-needed funds to care for our beloved Cripple Creek Donkeys. So, please mark your calendars and join us for a weekend of donkey races, live music, vendors, and more!
Schedule Of Events
7:00am – 10:00am – Elks Pancake Breakfast at Fire Station
10:00am – 9:00pm – Street Fair Exhibitor Show
10:00am – 4:00pm – Silent Auction at Double Eagle (TBD)
12:00pm – 9:00pm - Beer Garden Open on 2nd Street
12:00pm – 9:00pm - Beer Garden Open in Pocket Park
11:00am – Parade along Bennett Ave.
12:30pm – Donkey Derby Qualifying Race #1
1:30pm – Donkey Derby Qualifying Race #2
2:30pm – Donkey Derby Media Race
3:30pm – Donkey Derby Military Race
4:30pm – Donkey Derby Trophy Race
(1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Finishers from Races #1 & #2)
10:00am – 9:00pm - Kid’s Zone Open near 2nd & Bennett
10:00am – 9:00pm - Gold Panning on Bennett & 4th
8:30pm – Last Call for Alcohol
Pocket Park Stage
12:00pm – National Anthem by Lauren Smith
12:00pm – 2:30pm – Live music by Hoodoo Honey
3:00pm – 5:30pm – Live music by Radio X
6:00pm – 7:30pm – Live music by McDeviants
2ⁿᵈ Street Stage
1:00pm – National Anthem – by The Flying W Wranglers
1:00pm – 2:00pm – Live music by The Flying W Wranglers
2:30pm – 6:00pm – Live music by Mimic
6:30pm – 9:00pm – Live music by Austin Ross Band
Busker Stage
12:00am – 1:30pm – Live music by Maddox Ross
1:45pm – 3:45pm – Live music by Annette & Doug
4:00pm – 6:00pm – Live music by Naked Dawn Duo
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