Bronc Day, one of the longest running historical events in Colorado, was first held July 1, 1939 as the '"Official Opening of the Tourist Season" and honored the Vertical Mile Marathon Racers who trained for the race up Pikes Peak while staying in Green Mountain Fails.

Each year a parade of horses, floats, dignitaries and entertainers greets visitors and residents.

This year's theme 'Ute Pass: Past, Present and Future!' welcomes participants to join in the Parade dressed in costumes of their choice from any era.

Register your group, float or auto at www.broncdayfestival.org to join the parade.

Bronc Day is a free event with lots of activities for kids of all ages:

Science
Swimming
Fishing,
Sack races
Face painting
Crafts
Pie contest
Rubber ducky race
Dancing
Bouncing
Sliding
Hiking
Food trucks
Entertainers
Artisans
Vendors
Music with Mike Maddux and the Headliners on Gazebo Island