Celebrate Wheat Ridge and its one-of-a-kind charm at the Wheat Ridge Carnation Festival. This 3-day event celebrating its 53rd year will be held August 12-14, 2022. The Carnation Festival is a free community event highlighting the unique character of Wheat Ridge. It is one of the oldest and longest running festivals in the state of Colorado. The event will take place at Anderson Park (4355 Field Street). There will be fun for the whole family and will feature live music, a classic car show, a parade, Zoppe Circus, kids activities, vendors, food, beer and wine, kids’ activities, two nights of fireworks and more. This year will feature over a dozen musical acts free for the community to enjoy!