Selected Community Events
2013 Junior College World Series
May 25, 2013 - Jun 1, 2013 Various times
Suplizio Field, Grand Junction, CO 81501
Grand Junction is proud to have been the host of the Junior College Baseball World Series for over 50 years. JUCO draws amazing young baseball players full of talent, commitment and enthusiasm. Players, coaches and fans are all swept up in the thrilling moments of America's pastime.
970-245-9166
HIghline Hustle Sprint Triathlon
Jun 8, 2013 Check-in: 6:30 a.m. Hours: 7:30 a.m.
Highline Lake State Park located at 1800 11 8/10 Road in Loma 81524
This event includes a 500 meter swim in Highline Lake, a 16 mile bike race and a 3.5 mile trail run. Register online at www.gjcity.org. Make sure to register by May 17 and save money. Fees:
Individual divison: $65/$95 after May 17
Team division: $120/$150 after May 17
Extra meal: $10
Campsite reservations are for both Friday and Saturday night.
970-254-3866
Gun Show by JC Productions
Jun 7, 2013 - Jun 9, 2013 Friday: 4:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 a.m.
Mesa County Fairgrounds Community Building located at 2785 U.S. 50 in Grand Junction
Admission is $5.
970-255-7100
Colorado State Cowboy Action Shooting Championships
Jun 6, 2013 - Jun 8, 2013 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
William Jarvis Shooting Complex located at 3220 Reeder Mesa in Whitewater 81527
The Thunder Mountain Shootists are hosting the 2013 Single Action Shooting Society (SASS). This will be the second state championship Top competitors from Colorado and surrounding states will be there. This event is free to spectators.
970-260-5363
Tee off for Testicular Cancer
May 31, 2013 - Jun 1, 2013 Friday: 6:00 p.m. Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
The Golf Club at Redlands Mesa Golf Course located at 2325 West Ridges Boulevard in Grand Junction
The Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation is excited to announce the golf series. Kick off begins May 31st with a VIP party at 6:00 p.m. at Allen Unique Autos in Grand Junction, followed by the golf tournament on June 1st. To register, go to www.tcagolf.org. This event is to honor Jordan Jones, who is a Testicular Cancer survivor. Special guest appearances will include PGA professionals, Rick Woodson and Todd Barranger. Admission is $650 per team.
970-216-1364
GJ Mavs-Black 13U Baseball Tryouts
TBA
Competative boys baseball tryouts. Please email for more info; mavssc.black@gmail.com
Randy Tuell (970) 250-9000
Western Colorado Dragway Races
Jun 12, 2009 Various times
Jun 13, 2009 Various times
Jun 14, 2009 Various times
Western Colorado Dragway
115 32 Road
Clifton
Friday, June 12
Gates open at 6 p.m.
Street Legal Drags from 9 p.m. - 12 a.m.
Gate fee: $7 (5 and under free)
Special event: Race-A-Cop with the State Patrol
Saturday, June 13
Gates open at 9 a.m.
Drag-N-Butt Racing Junior Dragster time trials and competition 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Race Car time trials 1 - 5 p.m.
Race Car elimintations 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Gate fee: $5 (13 and over)
Special event: Snap On Tools Fan Appreciation Day - tickets are only $5
Sunday, June 14
Drag-N-Butt Racing Junior Dragster Challenge Event
Gates open at 9 a.m.
Time trials: morning
Races: afternoon
Gate Fee: $7 (5 and under free)
For details on racing your car, visit www.western-colorado-dragway.com