Events Near Me — Sedalia, CO

Curated by Connor Tien, DougCo Social — a Douglas County local who covers Sedalia every week · Updated August 3, 2026

Sedalia is a small rural community along US-85, but it punches well above its population for events. Wide Open Saloon — the renovated Johnson's Corner truck stop — hosts live country music and community nights most weekends, including a kitchen collaboration with Riot BBQ (Michelin-recognized pitmaster Patrick Klaiber). Cherokee Ranch and Castle hosts exclusive galas and community fundraisers in a historic setting. Magpie Art Center rounds out the calendar with arts programming. For live music on the outskirts of Douglas County, Sedalia is the place.

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This week in Sedalia: Castle Tour at Cherokee Ranch & Castle at Cherokee Ranch & Castle on Wednesday, Music on the Patio with Gary Conder at Magic Manor on Wednesday, and Bike Night feat. Nikki Z at Wide Open Saloon at Wide Open Saloon on Wednesday. Full list below.

Where it happens: Sedalia's events are anchored by two very distinct venues. Wide Open Saloon (live country music, Riot BBQ kitchen, and weekend shows), Cherokee Ranch & Castle (historic castle venue for galas and fundraisers).

What you'll find: Sedalia's calendar is dominated by live music at Wide Open Saloon and special-event programming at Cherokee Ranch. Thursday line dancing, Sinatra tribute shows, and acoustic sets make up the weekly rotation at Wide Open. Cherokee Ranch hosts fewer events but they're typically high-profile galas and community fundraisers. Browse by category: Music & Concerts, Community, Arts & Culture.

Showing 51 upcoming events in Sedalia

This week15 events

Castle Tour at Cherokee Ranch & Castle at Cherokee Ranch & Castle on August 12, 2026

Castle Tour at Cherokee Ranch & Castle

10:00 AM
Cherokee Ranch & Castle, Sedalia

A 90-minute guided tour of Cherokee Ranch & Castle, a 1450s Scottish-style castle built in the 1920s on 3,400 acres n...

Arts & Culture$21-$24
Arts Afield 2026 at Cherokee Ranch at Cherokee Ranch & Castle on August 12, 2026

Arts Afield 2026 at Cherokee Ranch

8:30 AM
Cherokee Ranch & Castle, Sedalia

Arts Afield 'en plein air' at Cherokee Ranch & Castle: small groups of artists get access to varied locations on the ...

Arts & Culture$39
Castle Tour at Cherokee Ranch & Castle at Cherokee Ranch & Castle on August 13, 2026

Castle Tour at Cherokee Ranch & Castle

10:00 AM
Cherokee Ranch & Castle, Sedalia

A 90-minute guided tour of Cherokee Ranch & Castle, a 1450s Scottish-style castle built in the 1920s on 3,400 acres n...

Arts & Culture$21-$24
Afternoon Tea at the Castle at Cherokee Ranch & Castle on August 14, 2026

Afternoon Tea at the Castle

1:00 PM
Cherokee Ranch & Castle, Sedalia

Afternoon Tea at Cherokee Ranch & Castle: a light, seasonal meal of freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, ...

Food & Drink$74.95
Double Wide at Wide Open Saloon at Wide Open Saloon on August 14, 2026

Double Wide at Wide Open Saloon

7:00 PM
Wide Open Saloon, Sedalia

Double Wide — the ultimate 90's country throwdown — at Wide Open Saloon in Sedalia. All the hits from Alan Jackson, B...

Music & Concerts$17.85+
Afternoon Tea at the Castle at Cherokee Ranch & Castle on August 15, 2026

Afternoon Tea at the Castle

1:00 PM
Cherokee Ranch & Castle, Sedalia

Afternoon Tea at Cherokee Ranch & Castle: a light, seasonal meal of freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, ...

Food & Drink$74.95
Castle Tour at Cherokee Ranch & Castle at Cherokee Ranch & Castle on August 15, 2026

Castle Tour at Cherokee Ranch & Castle

10:00 AM
Cherokee Ranch & Castle, Sedalia

A 90-minute guided tour of Cherokee Ranch & Castle, a 1450s Scottish-style castle built in the 1920s on 3,400 acres n...

Arts & Culture$21-$24
Geology Hike at Cherokee Ranch at Cherokee Ranch & Castle on August 15, 2026

Geology Hike at Cherokee Ranch

8:00 AM
Cherokee Ranch & Castle, Sedalia

A moderate guided hike (about 2.5 hours) over Raccoon Knob and Cherokee Mountain with leader John McKinney, interpret...

Outdoor & Adventure$39.50

Next week13 events

Bike Night feat. Brian Hornbuckle at Wide Open Saloon on August 19, 2026

Bike Night feat. Brian Hornbuckle

5:00 PM
Wide Open Saloon, Sedalia

Bike Night at Wide Open Saloon in Sedalia every Wednesday 5-9pm, featuring Brian Hornbuckle live on stage, plus a bik...

CommunityFree
Arts Afield 2026 at Cherokee Ranch at Cherokee Ranch & Castle on August 19, 2026

Arts Afield 2026 at Cherokee Ranch

8:30 AM
Cherokee Ranch & Castle, Sedalia

Arts Afield 'en plein air' at Cherokee Ranch & Castle: small groups of artists get access to varied locations on the ...

Arts & Culture$39
The Chipper Lowell Experience at Magic Manor on August 21, 2026

The Chipper Lowell Experience

7:30 PM
Magic Manor, Sedalia

TV star Chipper Lowell brings his all-ages comedy and magic experience to the Magic Manor in Sedalia. Reservations re...

Arts & Culture$45-$50
Knock Knock Angels Benefit Concert at Wide Open Saloon on August 22, 2026

Knock Knock Angels Benefit Concert

2:00 PM
Wide Open Saloon, Sedalia

A benefit concert at Wide Open Saloon in Sedalia featuring Kingpin Posse and Front Range Revival. All proceeds benefi...

CommunityFree
The Chipper Lowell Experience at Magic Manor on August 22, 2026

The Chipper Lowell Experience

7:30 PM
Magic Manor, Sedalia

TV star Chipper Lowell brings his all-ages comedy and magic experience to the Magic Manor in Sedalia. Reservations re...

Arts & Culture$45-$50

Week of Aug 247 events

Arts Afield 2026 at Cherokee Ranch at Cherokee Ranch & Castle on August 26, 2026

Arts Afield 2026 at Cherokee Ranch

8:30 AM
Cherokee Ranch & Castle, Sedalia

Arts Afield 'en plein air' at Cherokee Ranch & Castle: small groups of artists get access to varied locations on the ...

Arts & Culture$39
Princess Party at the Castle at Cherokee Ranch & Castle on August 30, 2026

Princess Party at the Castle

1:30 PM
Cherokee Ranch & Castle, Sedalia

A magical monthly Princess Party at Cherokee Ranch & Castle. Dress in your finest tiara, gown or princely attire, enj...

Family$53.95

Week of Aug 313 events

Arts Afield 2026 at Cherokee Ranch at Cherokee Ranch & Castle on September 2, 2026

Arts Afield 2026 at Cherokee Ranch

8:30 AM
Cherokee Ranch & Castle, Sedalia

Arts Afield 'en plein air' at Cherokee Ranch & Castle: small groups of artists get access to varied locations on the ...

Arts & Culture$39
Murder & Mystery: Till Death Do Us Part at Cherokee Ranch & Castle on September 4, 2026

Murder & Mystery: Till Death Do Us Part

6:00 PM
Cherokee Ranch & Castle, Sedalia

An interactive murder mystery dinner show at Cherokee Ranch & Castle, presented by The Murder Mystery Co. When a memb...

Nightlife & Entertainment$85.95

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Colorado Highland Games at Denver Polo Club on September 26, 2026

Colorado Highland Games

9:00 AM
Denver Polo Club, Sedalia

The Colorado Highland Games (formerly the Colorado Scottish Festival) returns to the Denver Polo Club in Sedalia — a two-day Scottish culture festival with headliner Old Blind Dogs.

Festivals & FairsArts & Culture$11.67-$37.25
Princess Party at the Castle at Cherokee Ranch & Castle on September 27, 2026

Princess Party at the Castle

1:30 PM
Cherokee Ranch & Castle, Sedalia

A magical monthly Princess Party at Cherokee Ranch & Castle. Dress in your finest tiara, gown or princely attire, enj...

Family$53.95

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Frequently asked questions

What events are happening in Sedalia this weekend?

DougCo Social tracks 90+ upcoming events in Sedalia — most of them at Wide Open Saloon on US-85, which hosts live country music, line dancing, and acoustic shows most weekends. Cherokee Ranch and Castle occasionally hosts galas and fundraisers. Browse the full list above.

What kind of events does Wide Open Saloon host?

Wide Open Saloon in Sedalia hosts live country music, Thursday line dancing, Sinatra tribute shows, acoustic performers, and the Riot BBQ kitchen collaboration (pitmaster Patrick Klaiber, formerly of Top Chef circles). The venue is the renovated Johnson's Corner truck stop on US-85 and is owned by Leah and Todd Hills.

Are there free events in Sedalia?

Many Wide Open Saloon events are free to attend, including Thursday line dancing nights, acoustic shows, and community events. The Sedalia Community Blood Drive is also free to participate in. Check the event listings above to confirm which upcoming events require tickets.

What is Cherokee Ranch and Castle in Sedalia?

Cherokee Ranch and Castle is a historic 1920s castle on a 3,400-acre working ranch in Sedalia. It hosts exclusive galas, community fundraisers, and private events in a striking historic setting. Events here include the Waterloo centennial gala and seasonal fundraisers. Tickets are typically required and events sell out early.

Where do locals find out about Sedalia events?

Wide Open Saloon's social media pages are the primary source for their event lineup. Cherokee Ranch posts their events at cherokeeranch.org. DougCo Social aggregates both alongside the full Douglas County calendar, and the Castle Rock Crew newsletter covers Sedalia events alongside Castle Rock.

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