Tens of thousands of revelers are expected to hit the streets of Old Colorado City this weekend as Territory Days celebrates the spirit of the Centennial State’s first territorial capital.

Billed as Colorado’s largest street fair, the three-day event could see well over 100,000 people, according to event coordinator Scott Schultz.

“Last year it rained for two days, so we had fewer people than usual,” Schultz said. “But if the weather holds, we expect to have well over 30,000 people per day.”

Always held Memorial Day weekend, the festival will transform Colorado Avenue into a Wild West town as the event celebrates its 50th anniversary.

“For many people here, Territory Days is a community tradition,” Schultz said. “Every year, people tell us that they have been coming since they were kids. Now, many of them are parents,and they will bring their kids.”

More than 240 food and artisan vendors, many of whom sell handmade goods, will line the streets, and more than 30 bands will play live music across three stages, Schultz said.

A performance area will showcase Indigenous cultural dances and demonstrations as well.

There will be plenty of fun things for kids, including a mechanical bull, rides and slides, panning for gold and an inflatable “toddler zone” for the youngest festivalgoers.

“Kids love it because there are lots of things for them to do,” Schultz said. “No matter what stage of life you’re in, there’s something for you.”

Attendees are encouraged to park their vehicles downtown and use the free shuttle service from the CAB Parking Garage at 130 S. Nevada Ave. Shuttles will run from 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, and from 10:30 to 6 p.m. on Monday. No dogs will be allowed on the shuttle.

Schultz cautions attendees to be prepared for potential changes in the weather.

“If you’ve lived in the area for a while, you know the weather can be unpredictable,” he said. “This time of year, it’s not uncommon to have some rain in the afternoon, or even a little hail. So come on out and enjoy the tradition … but be prepared.”