Hayden, Colorado

Hayden, Colorado This is the official Town of Hayden page Here in Hayden, we believe in living true to our roots and true to ourselves.

That each of our lives looks differently, each is equally valuable, and freedom comes from living it in our own way. We stand in awe at the beauty that surrounds us and deeply grateful to live here. Thankful for our ancestors and the road they paved for us and honored to do the same for our children and grandchildren. Through hard work, optimism, and each other we will leave this place better than

we found it. We believe that wholesome is underrated and simple is misunderstood. We are proud of our way of life, even as the world changes around us. We offer welcoming, open arms to those that come to us, always making room for more, but never at the expense of our values. We believe home really is where the heart is. Where community is cultivated, memories are shared, values are created. We are the HEART of the Yampa Valley.

🎭 Calling All Young Performers! 🌟The Hayden Youth Drama Program is back this fall! This 9-week program gives students th...
09/05/2026

🎭 Calling All Young Performers! 🌟

The Hayden Youth Drama Program is back this fall! This 9-week program gives students the opportunity to explore acting, musical drama, and stage presence while building confidence, teamwork, public speaking skills, and more in a fun and encouraging environment.

🎬 For students in grades 3–6
πŸ“… Thursdays | Sept. 17–Nov. 12
⏰ 4:00–5:00 PM
πŸ“ Hayden Center – Pine Room

$30 per student

The program wraps up with a live performance on Thursday, Nov. 19 at 6:00 PM, giving students the chance to show off everything they've learned! πŸ‘

To register, stop by the Hayden Center front desk, or visit us online at the link below.
https://app.amilia.com/store/en/hayden-center/shop/programs

For more information & questions, contact:
Shannon Valora – [email protected] | (970) 846-4721

Community Public Forums: Join the Conversation About Local Ballot Measures!Community members are invited to series of pu...
09/05/2026

Community Public Forums: Join the Conversation About Local Ballot Measures!

Community members are invited to series of public forums offering an opportunity to learn more about upcoming local ballot measures.

Come hear about ballot measures concerning Colorado Mountain College (CMC), the School District mill levy, the Fire District mill levy, and bring your questions for representatives from the respective districts.

The forums will also provide an opportunity to learn more about how the Town of Hayden is planning to reduce its property tax levy and what that could mean for local property owners.

Topics will include:
β€’ CMC ballot measure
β€’ School District ballot measure
β€’ Fire District ballot measure
β€’ The Town of Hayden’s planned property tax levy reduction

πŸ—“ Thursday, September 10
⏰ 9:00 AM | πŸ“ Wild Goose Coffee (198 E Lincoln Ave.Hayden, CO 81639)
⏰ 6:00 PM| πŸ“ Hayden Town Hall (178 W Jefferson Ave. Hayden, CO 81639)

πŸ—“ Tuesday, September 15
⏰ 1:00 PM| πŸ“ Bloom (117 E Jefferson Ave. Hayden, CO 81639)
⏰ 6:00 PM| πŸ“ Hayden Library (201 E Jefferson Ave. Hayden, CO 81639)

πŸ—“ Tuesday, September 22
⏰ 9:00 AM | πŸ“ Wild Goose Coffee (198 E Lincoln Ave.Hayden, CO 81639)
⏰ 6:00 PM| πŸ“ Hayden Town Hall (178 W Jefferson Ave. Hayden, CO 81639)

Learn More. Ask Questions. Join the Conversation.

All community members are welcome and encouraged to attend the session that works best for their schedule.

The Town will provide one drink per attendee. Guests are encouraged to arrive up to 30 minutes early to order and get settled.

Register for our 2026 Fall Youth Dance Classes!πŸ—“ Classes begin the week of September 14πŸ—“ Enrollment closes September 28πŸ—“...
09/05/2026

Register for our 2026 Fall Youth Dance Classes!

πŸ—“ Classes begin the week of September 14
πŸ—“ Enrollment closes September 28
πŸ—“ Winter Dance Showcase: December 11 & 12

Fall Youth Dance Classes are back at the Hayden Center!

Registration is now open for our 12-week Fall Youth Dance Program! Whether your child is taking their very first class or continuing to build their skills, there's a place for dancers of all experience levels, ages 3–18.

From Creative Movement, Ballet, and Jazz to Hip-Hop, Contemporary, and Teen Modern, our classes are designed to help kids stay active, build confidence, express themselves, and make new friends in a fun and supportive environment.

Scholarships are available for Hayden families. Be sure to apply before September 1st if you'd like to be considered.

Click the link below to learn more and register todayβ€”we can't wait to dance with you!
https://co-hayden.civicplus.com/230/Youth-Dance-Classes

Ready to move, stretch, and discover your inner dancer?Join us at the Hayden Center for a 6-week Ballet / Modern Dance c...
09/04/2026

Ready to move, stretch, and discover your inner dancer?

Join us at the Hayden Center for a 6-week Ballet / Modern Dance class for adults ages 16+! This beginner-friendly class blends ballet, modern, and jazz for a fun, well-rounded introduction to danceβ€”no previous experience required.

πŸ—“ Thursdays | Oct. 8–Nov. 12
⏰ 6:00–7:15 PM
πŸ“ Hayden Center Dance Studio
$15 Drop-In | $60 Members | $80 Non-Members

Build confidence, coordination, flexibility, strength, and musicality while learning to express yourself through movement. Beginners are welcomeβ€”come dance with us!

To register, stop by the Hayden Center front desk, or visit us online at the link below.
https://app.amilia.com/store/en/hayden-center/shop/programs/127037?subCategoryIds=7241698

πŸ€ 2026 Youth BasketballπŸ—“ Registration Period: September 21 – October 2πŸ—“ Practices begin the week of October 19πŸ—“ Games be...
09/04/2026

πŸ€ 2026 Youth Basketball

πŸ—“ Registration Period: September 21 – October 2
πŸ—“ Practices begin the week of October 19
πŸ—“ Games begin the week of November 2

Youth Basketball is back for 2026!
Registration is opening soon for the Hayden Boys & Girls Youth Basketball Program for 3rd–6th grade students! Get ready for a fun season of learning, teamwork, and time on the court.

- $45 per player
- Games played in Hayden & Craig

Boys: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Girls: Mondays & Wednesdays

There will be no games or practices during Thanksgiving week.

To register, click the link below or stop by the Hayden Center front desk beginning Sept. 21, 2026.
https://app.amilia.com/store/en/hayden-center/shop/programs/127392?subCategoryIds=6593247

For more information, contact:
Rhonda Sweetser, Recreation Director
[email protected] | (970) 276-09501

πŸ’‘ Hayden Economic Development Commission Local Business SpotlightInterested in being featured in our HEDC Business Spotl...
09/04/2026

πŸ’‘ Hayden Economic Development Commission Local Business Spotlight

Interested in being featured in our HEDC Business Spotlight?
If you are a local Hayden business and you'd like to be featured in one of our Business Spotlights, we invite you complete the Google Form linked below to be considered.

Click the link below to complete our HEDC Local Hayden Business Spotlight questionnaire.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScIMNLDkoEQAcPh0WbI0wEROIIaSkcmEGLoHU7Ap_b-KyjWeA/viewform

Youth Dance Scholarships AvailableSteamboat Dance Theatre 3rd Position (Round 1) - YOUTH Ages 3-17What it Funds: (note t...
09/03/2026

Youth Dance Scholarships Available

Steamboat Dance Theatre 3rd Position (Round 1) - YOUTH Ages 3-17

What it Funds: (note this scholarship is NOT restricted to classes in Routt County)
β€’ Dance Workshops, Intensives, or Conventions in Routt County or outside of Routt County
β€’ Seasonal performance tuition (Only a portion of the total expense can be considered for a scholarship, as we do not fund costume expenses - please include YOUR total expense where asked on the application.)
β€’ Non-semester-based classes (ie: Classes that are just one day or a 4-week series, etc.)
β€’ Other Classes outside of Routt County

Application Window and Funding Periods:
(Applications are accepted for two weeks during two separate rounds)
- Round 1 is Sept 1-15, 2026
- Round 2 is March 1-15, 2027

Applications will be reviewed between the 15th of the month and the end of the month, with award notifications by the 1st of the following month. Late applications will not be considered.

For Round 1: You may apply for any workshop/classes in the present or future (up to 3 months in advance. Funding can be used for classes/workshops/seasonal performance tuition that take place between October-December 2026)

For Round 2 ONLY: You may apply for any retroactive or future workshops/classes (up to 2 months after the workshop or up to 4 months in advance. Funding can be used for classes/workshops/seasonal performance tuition that take place between Jan 2027 - July 2027)

Please visit the Steamboat Dance Theatre website to learn more and apply! (Click on Scholarships and select Scholarships for Youth)
https://steamboatdancetheatre.org

Make A Difference in Your Community!The Town of Hayden along with the Hayden Police Department currently have number of ...
09/03/2026

Make A Difference in Your Community!

The Town of Hayden along with the Hayden Police Department currently have number of open employment opportunities and vacant board/commission seats that we invite you to apply for.
β€’ Hayden Center, Fitness Instructors
β€’ Hayden Center, Dance Instructors
β€’ Hayden Police Department - Police Officer
β€’ Hayden Police Department - Police Officer, Lateral
β€’ Hayden Planning Commission - Alternate Commissioner Seat
β€’ Hayden Economic Development Commission - Commissioner Seat

Click the link below to view full position descriptions, applications of employment, and application deadlines.
https://co-hayden.civicplus.com/271/Town-of-Hayden-Employment

🎨 Messy hands + big imaginations!Kids can explore the world of pottery with the Hayden Center's 2-Day Kids Handbuilding ...
09/03/2026

🎨 Messy hands + big imaginations!

Kids can explore the world of pottery with the Hayden Center's 2-Day Kids Handbuilding Workshops! Students will learn the basics of pinching, coiling and slab building before designing their own unique creations and returning for a second day of glazing.

πŸ“… Fridays | 12:00–2:00 PM
🏺 Three sessions available Sept.–Dec.
- $85 per student | All materials and tools included

A minimum of 6 students is required for each workshop. Children ages 5–7 must be accompanied by an adult.

To register, stop by the Hayden Center front desk, or visit us online at the link below.
https://app.amilia.com/store/en/hayden-center/shop/programs/127158

🏈 2026 Youth FootballYouth football has officially begun! We’re excited to see our young athletes take the field and inv...
09/03/2026

🏈 2026 Youth Football

Youth football has officially begun! We’re excited to see our young athletes take the field and invite the community to come out and cheer them on throughout the season. Be sure to check out the Youth Football game schedule in the link below for upcoming dates and times.
https://www.haydencolorado.com/278/Youth-Sports-Schedules

A huge thank-you to all of the families who signed up and to the generous sponsors who help make our Youth Football program possible!

Referees Needed: We’re still looking for individuals interested in helping referee youth football games. If you’d like to get involved, please reach out to Rhonda Sweetser for more information.

Rhonda Sweetser, Recreation Director
[email protected] | (970) 276-09501

Address

178 W Jefferson Ave/PO Box 190
Hayden, CO
81639

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