Gypsum Daze
Join the Town of Gypsum for Gypsum Daze, a celebration of Colorado’s Western heritage, rural mountain culture and community traditions. We are proud to help bring the events below to the weekend lineup.
- Gypsum Daze of StrengthJuly 16 (5:30-8:30 p.m.)
Watch incredible feats of power on the grass field at the Gypsum Town Hall Park featuring axle press, deadlift, truck pull, farmer’s carry and atlas stone challenges. Don’t miss this showcase of strength and community spirit!
Date: Thursday, July 16
Time: 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Location: Gypsum Town Hall Park
Price: FreeREGISTER HERE
Registration encouraged but not required. - Gypsum Daze Pickleball Mixer TournamentJuly 17 (9 a.m. to noon)
Join us for a fun, social pickleball mixer to kick off the Gypsum Daze festivities!
This is a doubles-style round robin, but instead of fixed teams, players are randomly paired with a new partner each round. It’s a great way to meet new people, enjoy balanced play, and keep every game fresh and competitive.
- Format: Doubles (randomly assigned partners each round)
- Players: 36 total participants
- Courts: 8 courts running continuously
- Rotation: Players rotate after each game to new partners and opponents
- Goal: Fun, social play. No long-term teams, just fast-moving games and lots of variety
Check-in: 8:00 AM
Play begins: 9:00 AMThe tournament will take place at the courts south of the Gypsum Creek Golf Course.
Registration is free, but spots may fill quickly. Early registration is strongly encouraged.
All skill levels are welcome. Games will be organized to keep play moving efficiently across all 8 courts so everyone gets plenty of court time.
Bring your paddle, water, and good energy. This is the perfect way to start Gypsum Daze and kick off a weekend of community celebration and fun!
Date: Friday, July 17
Time: 9 a.m. to noon
Location: Gypsum Creek Golf Course
Price: Free - Gypsum Daze 5k Run/WalkJuly 18 (8-9:30 a.m.)
The Gypsum Daze 5K Run/Walk is a tradition in Gypsum-33 years strong. Serious runners can go for a PR, but we invite everyone to head out for some exercise and fun. There are giveaways and prizes for all and awards for overall male/female 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place, as well as male and female age categories.
All Runners & Walkers check in at the Tent located on the SE corner of Valley & Lundgren, starting at 7am for an 8am start. There is no early bib pickup.
The 5k begins on Valley Road at Lundgren, under the Gypsum Daze Arch; the race is a loop course.
The awards ceremony starts @ 9:00 am at the race finish line.
Early Registration $15. Day of Registration $25.
Date: Saturday, July 18
Time: 8-9:30 a.m.
Location: Valley & Lundgren
Price: $15-$25