Name: Western Welcome Week Opening Night
Start: 2026-08-07T17:00:00-06:00
Location: Sterne Park

Kick Off the 98th Western Welcome Week at Opening Night – Friday August 7th in Sterne Park - enjoy FREE admission, with food and drink concessions available for purchase.
Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring
• Little Jam's live concert by The Petty Nicks Experience - the ultimate tribute to Tom Petty and Stevie Nicks bringing the hits and energy to start our celebration in style! Presented by the City of Littleton.
• End the evening with a spectacular Drone Show - Look to the skies for a spectacular drone show created especially for Western Welcome Week! Watch as hundreds of lights tell the story of Western Welcome Week events.
Come hungry and enjoy a variety of local food trucks offering something for everyone. Be sure to visit the Western Welcome Week beverage station featuring selections from Wilding Brands: including Howdy Beer, :Denver Beer Co, and Stem Ciders. Every beverage purchased from WWW helps support the organization as we build toward our historic 100th celebration in 2028. Your support helps ensure this beloved community tradition continues for generations to come!
Gather your family, friends, and neighbors, bring your lawn chairs, sorry no tents allowed, and help us launch the 98th year of Western Welcome Week in style and celebrate
community!
Congratulations to our 2026 Western Welcome Week Grand Marshal, the colorful Bob “Mohawkamania” Bagnall!
Known throughout the community for his vibrant personality, unmistakable style, and enthusiastic spirit, Bob embodies the energy and community pride that make Western Welcome Week so special. We are honored to have him as our 2026 Grand Marshal as we celebrate "Colorful Colorado - 150 Years!" and continue our tradition of bringing the community together.
Please join us in congratulating Bob “Mohawkamania” Bagnall on this well-deserved honor! We look forward to seeing him at lots of the events!