Hotel Colorado celebrates life and works of Scotland’s national poet with a Robert Burns Dinner January 25, 2025
Dating back to 1801, traditional Robert Burns Night activities include readings of his poetry, a toast to the bard, a dram of Scottish whisky and a hearty meal including haggis, neeps and tatties. Hotel Colorado’s celebration in Glenwood Springs includes music and entertainment as well.
GLENWOOD SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 9, 2025) — Fans of Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns, have been gathering around the world on January 25 since 1801 to celebrate the anniversary of his birth in 1759. Though the tributes may vary slightly, a traditional Burns’ Night includes supper, readings of his poems, a dram of Scottish whisky and a toast to the bard. Hotel Colorado, the “Grand Dame of the Rockies,” is hosting its own version of this event that also includes music and dance.
Burns wrote hundreds of poems and songs that have become cherished throughout the world. His words continue to resonate over two centuries later words about the human spirit and condition, about nature, love, life and death that are as meaningful now as they were in Burns’ time. His most famous poems include “Auld Lang Syne,” “Tam o’ Shanter,” “Ae Fond Kiss” and “Scots Wha Hae.”
“We’re pleased to bring the Robert Burns Dinner tradition back to Hotel Colorado,” Larry MacDonald, Hotel Colorado General Manager, said. “Chef Terry Allen, who we were lucky to entice back to the Roaring Fork Valley late last year, has created a spectacular menu for the event.”
The centerpiece of any good Burns Supper menu is the iconic haggis, a meat-based pudding that the bard himself described it as the “great chieftain o’ the puddin’-race,” with mashed neeps and tatties, more commonly known as turnips and potatoes. These will be served alongside entrée choices of Venison Carpaccio with pickled red cabbage; Cullen Skink, a hearty smoked haddock and potato chowder soup; Pan-Roasted Duck Breast; and Scotch Broth with pearl onions, Savoy cabbage and blackberry sauce. Cranachan, a traditional Scottish dessert, is a medley of double cream, toasted oats, raspberries, honey and whisky.
The evening begins with Celtic music by Fifth Reel, a Grand Junction-based band that consists of piano, fiddle, clarinet, bodhran and vocals, followed by readings of Burns’ works by a variety of guests, and dinner. Rounding out the night are a Grand March processional around the room and bagpipe and dance performances. Traditional Scottish attire is appreciated, but Colorado casual wear is welcomed as well.
Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets for the event are $60 per person and include dinner and one drink ticket. An overnight package based on double occupancy costs $249, plus tax, and includes overnight accommodations and dinner with drink tickets for two. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 970-928-3766.
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About Hotel Colorado
Located at 526 Pine Street in historic Glenwood Springs, Colorado, Hotel Colorado first opened its doors in 1893. The hotel has been used as a temporary White House, as a place of healing for the U.S. Navy during World War II, and a community focal point from its inception. Today, Hotel Colorado is a beautiful step back in time, inviting guests to enjoy the cool mountain air, exceptional service and legendary hospitality in a recently renovated property that has restored the “Grand Dame of the Rockies” to its former glory. Hotel Colorado is listed in the National Register of Historic Places, is a member of Historic Hotels of America and has just completed an $8 million comprehensive guest room renovation.
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