Madam Lou Bunch Day and Famous Bed Race

Start: Saturday, June 14, 2025 12:00PM
End: Saturday, June 14, 2025 7:30PM

Madam Lou Bunch Day 51st Anniversary Celebration and Famous Bed Race take place Saturday, June 14, on Main Street Central City. In the mid-1800’s, Madam Lou Bunch opened a brothel for the many miners looking to find gold in what was dubbed “The Richest Square Mile on Earth”. With a tuberculosis breakout, she helped the sick and is credited with saving the city. The celebration includes live music, food trucks, performances by the Infamous Backroom Cabaret and The Wild Bunch, a costume contest, the Madams’ & Miners’ Ball and activities for the children. The parade begins at 12 noon with the Bed Race at 3:00PM SHARP. Admission is free.