Fill up on perfect peaches at this annual festival in Palisade, Colorado (near Grand Junction) from August 16–18. There’s plenty of peachy food to sample at free cooking demonstrations, a free peach and ice cream social, 3- and 5-mile runs, live music, kids’ activities, winery tours, farmer’s markets, and much more. Or battle it our at the Pedal-Paddle-Pedal Challenge, a race on bikes and boats for individuals or teams of three. palisadepeachfest.com