What to expect
- The signature coffin races
- Live music and elaborate costumes
- Unusual frozen-themed contests
Wenxin’s Life in Denver guide
Frozen Dead Guy Days
Coffin races, live music, and cheerfully strange frozen-themed contests in Estes Park.
Why it belongs on your list
Frozen Dead Guy Days is Colorado’s famously quirky celebration inspired by the story of Grandpa Bredo. The festival moved from Nederland to Estes Park and now fills a spring weekend with coffin races, music, costumes, and frozen-themed games. Visit Estes Park lists the 2027 festival for April 2–4.
Wenxin’s planning notes
- Buy event access and lodging early.
- Use the official shuttle and parking plan.
- Expect rapidly changing mountain weather.
Verify before you go
Schedules, prices, parking, and entry policies can change. Confirm the latest details with the organizer.