Movie on the Mountain 2026 — Brother Bear at Cuchara Mountain Park
WALSENBURG — Movie on the Mountain, presented by Bachman & Associates, returns Friday, July 17, 2026 at Cuchara Mountain Park, 1234 Panadero Ave, La Veta, CO 81055.
Now in its fifth year, the event is the Fox’s annual outdoor cinema night for mountain-area residents and summer visitors.
Feature film: Brother Bear (2003). The event begins at 7:30pm, with the movie at sunset. Bring blankets and chairs. Admission is free, and donations will be collected for Panadero Ski Corp, the nonprofit that operates and manages Cuchara Mountain Park under an agreement with Huerfano County.
The Fox operates the movie night: our crew sets up the giant inflatable screen, projection and AV equipment, and fresh popcorn concessions.
Get directions to Cuchara Mountain Park in Google Maps.
Directions
Cuchara Mountain Park’s Plan Your Visit page says the park is off the Highway of Legends Scenic Byway, State Highway 12.
From Walsenburg, head west on US 160, exit at La Veta onto State Highway 12, then turn onto Panadero Avenue south of Cuchara and follow signs to the Cuchara Mountain Park lot. The park lists the drive from Walsenburg at about 40 minutes.
From Trinidad, take State Highway 12 west for about 52 miles over Cuchara Pass, then turn onto Panadero Avenue south of Cuchara and follow signs to the park lot. The park recommends the Walsenburg route instead during winter driving conditions.
From Alamosa on Highway 160, exit at La Veta on County Road 450, continue through La Veta to Highway 12, then turn onto Panadero Avenue south of Cuchara and follow signs to the park lot.
Weather and sunset
Sunset at Cuchara Mountain Park is about 8:21pm MDT on Friday, July 17. The event begins at 7:30pm and the movie starts at sunset.
Updated Friday morning, July 17: the National Weather Service point forecast near the park base calls for a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms through the day, with showers most likely around midday and a high near 68°F. For the 7:30pm event, the Friday-night forecast has a 20% chance of showers or thunderstorms before 8pm, then mostly clear skies, with temperatures falling toward a low near 49°F. Bring a rain layer and a warm layer, and check the linked forecast before heading up.
Sunset timing was checked against the NOAA Solar Calculator for the Cuchara Mountain Park area.
Movie on the Mountain brings free outdoor cinema to Cuchara Mountain Park in Spanish Peaks Country, near the San Isabel National Forest and the Highway of Legends Scenic Byway.
The complete 2026 event guide
Movie on the Mountain
Bachman & Associates prepared this guide for the fifth annual Movie on the Mountain. It is reproduced below in full, including local events, places to eat, regional history, recreation, property listings, and event acknowledgments.
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5th Annual
Movie on the Mountain
Production & concessions by
The Fox TheatreDonations to the Panadero Ski Corp are greatly appreciated!
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Saturday, July 18 · 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Little Lines, Big Fish Youth Fishing ClinicMartin Lake Playground
Saturday, July 18 · 7:30–9:30 AM
Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser306 S. Main Street, beside the La Veta library
Saturday, July 18 · 11:00 AM workshop; 2:00 PM dance
Southern Ute Bear Dance Workshop & DemonstrationLa Veta Mercantile and Francisco Fort Plaza
Saturday, July 18 · 8:00 AM; Sunday, July 19 · 8:00 AM
Cuchara Valley Archery Arrows & Irons CompetitionArchery at Cuchara Mountain Park; golf at Grandote Peaks
Sunday, July 19 · 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
Backyard BassMartin Swim BeachNot listed on CPW’s current Lathrop schedule—confirm before going.
Sunday, July 19 · 2:00–4:00 PM
Theatre Games WorkshopFrancisco Center for the Performing ArtsListed in the guide; confirm with the theater.
Monday, July 20 · 10:30 AM–12:30 PM
La Veta Writes Monthly GatheringLa Veta Public LibraryListed in the guide; confirm with the library.
Monday, July 20 · 7:00 PM
Groovy to Grunge Music BingoCuchara Yacht ClubListed in the guide; confirm with the venue.
Wednesday, July 22 · 10:00 AM
Artifacts AliveLa Veta Public Library
Thursday, July 23 · 2:00 PM
Literary Tea TimeLa Veta Public LibraryListed in the guide; confirm with the library.
Thursday, July 23 · 5:00–7:00 PM
Huerfano County Chamber of Commerce July MixerCuchara Mountain MercantileListed in the guide; confirm with the Chamber.
Friday, July 24 · 7:00–8:00 PM
Birds of LathropPiñon Campground Amphitheater at Lathrop State Park
July 24–26, July 31 & August 1–2
The Silver WhistleFrancisco Center for the Performing Arts
Email Events@BachmanAndAssociates.com to receive the local event calendar each week.
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The Doubloon Ranch, La Veta
$18,000,000 · 2,525 acres
$10,000,000 · 880 acres
4 bedrooms · 4.5 bathrooms
12,958 square feet
350 CR 354, La Veta
$1,950,000 · 80 acres
7 bedrooms · 7 bathrooms
6,708 square feetBorders BLM · Unique and high-end design · Full indoor basketball court
The La Veta Inn, La Veta
$1,750,000 · 14,002 square feet
Historic hotel · Guest rooms · Kitchenette rooms · Restaurant · Courtyard · Apartment · Ideal location
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Highway of Legends
The Highway of Legends is home to many historical features and a large number of legends involving Native Americans, Spanish conquistadors, miners, and ranchers who all settled in this area.
Listen to the free TravelStorys audio tour while you drive the 82-mile loop, designated a National Scenic Byway in 2021.
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July 17 · 5:00 PMMason DavisCuchara Yacht Club
July 18 · 5:00 PMBob RoseCuchara Yacht Club
July 18 · 11:00 AM–1:00 PM & 5:00–7:00 PMRock Bottom String BandMountain Merman Brewing Company
July 18 · 8:30 PMExit 101Dog Bar & GrillConfirm with venue.
July 19 · 4:00–6:00 PMThe Patrice Pike BandMountain Merman Brewing Company
July 24 · 5:00 PMLucas WolfCuchara Yacht Club
July 24 · 7:00 PMBo De PenaDog Bar & GrillConfirm with venue.
July 25 · 5:00 PMChronic Funk DisorderCuchara Yacht Club
July 25 · 5:00 PMMiDiThe Timbers Steaks & Spirits
July 25 · 6:00–8:00 PMAlex Dunn & The DealMountain Merman Brewing Company
July 25 · 7:00–9:00 PMLannie Garrett presents DotseroLa Veta Mercantile
July 25 · 8:30 PMCappellucci BrothersDog Bar & GrillConfirm with venue.
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According to the state’s Highway of Legends history, Huerfano County’s first coal mine was the Walsen Mine near Walsenburg, opened in 1876. Coal then grew into a major county industry.
La Veta is Spanish for “The Vein.”
Francisco Fort became the commercial center as settlement expanded around it.
This small town sits at roughly 7,000 feet in elevation.
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4475 CR 360, La Veta
$1,250,000 · 70.05 acres
3 bedrooms · 3 bathrooms
2,870 square feetTerritorial-style home · Chef’s kitchen · In the heart of Wahatoya Valley
75 Emerald Lane, Cuchara
$795,000 · 0.61 acres
4 bedrooms · 3 bathrooms
2,207 square feetQuality craftsmanship · Open-concept living · Large deck for entertaining
610 Panadero Loop, Cuchara
$749,000 · 1.05 acres
Listing status: pending as of July 16, 2026.
3 bedrooms · 2.5 bathrooms
2,120 square feetQuiet mountain retreat · Short walk to ski area · Two attached garages
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Amber Huff Photography
Thank you to our exclusive photographer, Amber Huff, for providing us with beautiful pictures of our listings and this slice of heaven we call home.
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Thank you to the Fox Theatre in Walsenburg for its equipment and production team!
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Thank you for joining us at
Movie on the Mountain!
Sponsored by
Bachman & AssociatesThank you to our production team
Fox Theatre WalsenburgDonations to the
Panadero Ski Corp
are greatly appreciated!
Presented by and produced with
Event Partners
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Presented by Bachman & Associates Southern Colorado real estate team specializing in unique and beautiful mountain properties. -
Hosted at Cuchara Mountain Park The mountain venue for Movie on the Mountain, off Highway 12 south of Cuchara. - Produced by Fox Theatre Walsenburg The Fox crew brings the giant inflatable screen, projection, AV equipment, and fresh popcorn concessions.