Get to know Denver in a new way, through its architecture. Visit more than 60 unique spaces you might not ordinarily get to explore, plus more than 58 Insider Tours. Various locations around Denver.
See the classic commedia dell'arte tale, written in the 1700s, concerning the complications wrought by the servant Truffaldino when he attends to two different masters at the same time.
Help support, normalize, and celebrate breastfeeding with a family festival. There will be more than 30 vendors, and free activities including face painting, a bounce house, balloon animals, music, yoga, henna tattoos, storytime, and food trucks. For prizes, register online before the event. Event happens in and around the Pavilion.
Join a professionally-timed event. Medals will be given out in 3 different age groups. The run is kid and stroller-friendly.
Join the party for balloon twisters, face painters, inflatables, live music, and a fireworks show.
A family-friendly community art and bake market with 50+ artisans in a festival market setting, with free kids (and adults) make-and-take crafts, Boulder's best bake sale, live performances and fire truck tours. Elks Lodge is accessible and has lots of free parking. This sale raises funds for Boulder Mountain Fire, serving mountain communities and North…
Enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes of the holiday season. Featuring seasonal treats, live music and a spectacular outdoor lights display.
Attend a family-friendly event that includes a bike race, community fun ride, local beers, food trucks, a kids' zone, and an outdoors expo.
See Round 3 of the 2019 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship with some of the fastest racers in the world.
Celebrate the library's anniversary with a historical photo game, light refreshments with Betty the Book Bike, a sing-a-long, time capsule ceremony, and string ensemble performance.
Join in a 5K followed by a race for kids using their adaptive equipment (tricycles, wheelchairs, walkers, strollers, etc.) to walk, roll, or ride their way to the 50 yard finish line. Kids receive a special prize for participating. Registration is required for Miles for Smiles but Jordyn's Dash is free, but RSVPs are required…
Join other adults and children with sensory issues and disabilities for a special morning when the Aquarium opens early and turns down the ambient sounds for a calmer and quieter setting. Aquarium sounds will be turned on for the regular business day at 9:45am. Tickets can be purchased at the box office at regular price…
Attend the 33rd anniversary run through Northern Colorado, beginning in Longmont and ending at Anderson Farms. There'll be live entertainment, silent auction, free giveaways, and a barbecue pig roast. Proceeds go to Make-A-Wish Colorado.
See a parade and showcase of antique and modern fire and rescue vehicles. Activities include free fire truck rides, rescue demonstrations, and junior firefighter games.
Go for a swim at a reduced price on July 4th. Children age 5 and under must be accompanied in the water by an adult (age 18 or older) and be within arm’s reach at all times.
Bring your family to enjoy 20 live bands playing on different porches throughout the historic district. Food carts available on 6th St. between Concord and Maxwell.
Enjoy a morning that includes Flippin’ Flapjacks, face painting and a visit from the Easter Bunny. Proceeds benefit Catholic Charities of Central Colorado. Event attendees are also able to bring a much needed food item from the list on the website as a donation in lieu of purchasing a $5 ticket.
Find a great selection of organic and bee-safe tomato, vegetable, and herb starts that are grown in Growing Gardens’ greenhouses. All proceeds benefit Growing Gardens’ nonprofit agriculture education programs.
See individual performers and groups in finished dances, works-in-progress, and mini-classes, in 5 to 15 minute time slots. Drop in for a short time or stay for the duration; acts perform continuously. All ages. Sponsored by City of Boulder Office of Arts + Culture and the Boulder Public Library.
Help with numerous projects including trash removal, trail construction, painting, graffiti removal, tree protection, and willow harvesting or relocation. A meal is included. Registration is required.
Shop for gifts for the loved one in your life made by local vendors and artists. Enjoy face-painting and free cookie-decorating.
Enjoy a concert featuring ballet in classical and contemporary styles, with excerpts from the Boulder Ballet’s season. Get there early and bring a picnic. All ages.
Celebrate the vitality of American Indian cultures through American Indian dancers, drum groups, and hands-on art making.
Help beautify Standley Lake with trash collection, invasive weed mitigation, and other outdoor tasks. Reservations required.
Wear your spookiest (or silliest) costume and head to Centennial Village for tricks and treats as you stop at each of our historic structures. Try your hand at Halloween carnival games and participate in the costume contest. $1 child, $2 adult.
Enjoy an evening of dancing, games, desserts, and a hot cocoa bar with a special someone.
Help kids with cancer while challenging yourself to walk, run, or race up 43 flights of stairs to the top of the 1999 Broadway building. Following the climb, participants of all ages can join the after-party at the top of the building while enjoying light bites and sky-high views.
Play at the pool late with games and an inflatable obstacle course.
Hours vary by day. Attend the annual tradition with a carnival, live music, food and, on August 4, Kids' Day with a Kid Zone and petting zoo. Free admission but there is a cost for some activities.
Attend presentations, demonstrations, and make comic book-themed crafts.
Let kids search for candy and prizes. Children will be grouped by age for safety and ability. Ages 1-8. There will also be a search for children with special needs.
See a parade, jousting competitions, Highland games, dance performances, and dog show contests, while enjoying Scottish and Irish food. This year, the festival will introduce a new extreme sport called Scottish Capall (horse) Dirt Boarding, which features an athlete on a longboard-style skateboard being pulled by a horse.
Join Winston Pendleton, PhD, for an astronomy lecture featuring space imagery, and information on recent discoveries and current research. Age 9 and older. $5.
Attend a a workshop designed to help expecting moms and new moms move from surviving to thriving in that first year. Learn the most common challenges new moms face and how to prepare for them, and hear what "experienced" moms wish they knew in their first year. Registration is required online.
Play and learn in the gym with slides, balls, yoga mats, music and more. Ages 0-5.
Snap up deals from hundreds of vendors selling bikes, parts, clothing, and accessories.
Purchase gently used and lovingly preowned children's gear and clothing, hosted by Boulder County Parents of Twins and More (BCPTM), also known as the "Twin Sale."
Teach your child about water safety during this global event taking place at approximately 600 host locations in 25 countries, including several in Colorado. Visit the website to find more locations near you and get details on time, age ranges, and cost.
Celebrate Independence Day with live music, food, and a fireworks display.
October 7 & 8, 14 & 15 and 21 & 22. 10am-4pm. Attend weekend activities including pumpkin decorating, and, an inflatable obstacle course. Some activities require tickets but admission and stage shows are free.
Kick off the holiday season as Santa counts down the grand illumination of the Boulder County Courthouse and the Pearl Street Mall. All ages.
Attend a workshop hosted by Mothers of Multiples Society (MOMS). Feather Berkower, a licensed clinical social worker and leader in child sexual abuse prevention, will empower adults to keep children of all ages safe from sexual abuse. She will examine ways children are vulnerable to sexual abuse. Participants will also learn teachable body safety rules,…
Have big fun playing mini-golf and life-size games. Registration required.
Meet Sophia the First and Elena of Avalor. Hear their stories about what it is like to be a princess. Reservations for either a 5pm or 6:30pm seating can be made by emailing obliospizzeria@gmail.com.
Make free s’mores using kits at the fire pits.
Tour popular brands including Sprout Tiny Homes, SimBLISSity Tiny Homes, Rainbow Tiny Homes, and Native Camper Vans. $9 - $25, kids 12 and under are free. Parking is free.
See three professional rodeo performances that include bronc riding, barrel racing, bull riding, and mutton bustin'. Hear Chase Bryant in concert and enjoy a special lunch with rodeo champions.
Attend the largest celebration of LGBT pride in the Rocky Mountain region. See live entertainment, enjoy food, beverages, and vendors, and a parade from Cheesman Park to the State Capital.
Attend the longest running rodeo in Colorado as the sun sets behind the surrounding mountain peaks. See the pros, or sign kids up for the Calf Scramble and Mutton Bustin'.
Bring the kids and your camera for visits and a photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
See aerial aerobatic acts and fly-bys. The grounds of the airport will be filled with unique and interesting aircrafts and automobiles for the public’s viewing pleasure.
See the all-new three-wheel motorcycle and what it's like to ride it on a one-of-a-kind course. There will also be a DJ, lounge, food truck area, and live street artist.
Learn and play together at this community art event on the plaza.
Bring your family, friends, scout group, and/or coworkers for volunteer projects. Enjoy a barbecue lunch and fun activities in the afternoon. Includes park admission for volunteers. RSVP by calling 303-659-6005.
Enjoy delicious donuts, coffee, and 250-plus classic and exotic cars.
Shop at this artisans’ boutique event, featuring juried artisans and crafters selling one-of-a-kind jewelry, gourmet food gifts, and more.
Play mini golf and life-size games throughout the library. Register online or by phone.
Drop in to explore stories based on the Jewish calendar, sing, eat challah, and do an occasional craft. Age 5 and under.
Enjoy snacks, bubbles, chalk, and pool time at the JCC outdoor baby pool. Ages 6 months to 3. Registration required.
Experience hands-on art making on the front porch of the museum, that complements the museum’s exhibits, during the Boulder County Farmers’ Market. Free admission during the market.
Attend Colorado's largest display of RVs, outdoor products, accessories, vacation spots, and daily seminars.
Conquer the obstacle course as a family and compete with your favorite gym buddies for the title of Fittest Gym in Colorado. Visit the website for the different types of events and age ranges. There will be prizes and awards.
Participate in the annual event that begins at the "I Have a Dream Memorial" and proceeds down Colfax Avenue, ending with a program at the Civic Center Park Greek Theater. The total distance is 5K.
Celebrate Colorado's first Goldfish Swim School launching in Stapleton. The event is free and open to the public, featuring an open family swim, balloon artist, face painter, games, the Sweet Cow Moo Mobile and more. The school is now open for lessons, serving children from four months old to 12 years of age.
Race, run, jog, or walk through the streets of Boulder, finishing in Folsom Field, for a Memorial Day Celebration. Registration required. Visit website for course map.
Celebrate the Day of the Dead, a tribute to the memory of family and friends who have passed away. The event includes outdoor live art demonstrations and performances, face painting, and a mercado with local art, jewelry, apparel, and prints. Día de los Muertos costumes are encouraged.
Attend the 3rd annual series of workshops and classes that will give parents the information and tools needed to be resourced and empowered to take care of themselves and teach their children to do the same. Meals and interpretation provided. Age 8 and up. Purchase tickets online.
Enjoy a weekend of entertainment including a parade, farmers' market, rides, and concerts.
Join a 5K or 1-mile run/walk or a free kids fun run, and enjoy family-friendly games and activities, prizes, and awards. Help Make-A-Wish Colorado grant wishes to children battling critical illnesses.
Enjoy a different band each week in an outdoor venue at the Broomfield Amphitheater.
Explore endless vacation options through more than 150 destinations around the globe. Meet travel celebrities Rick Steves and Phil Keoghan. Enjoy cooking demonstrations and cultural performances. Kids will enjoy camel rides and SCUBA lessons in the dive pool.
Participate in a 5K walk or timed race, yoga on the end zone, a kids zone, and a Healthy for Good Expo.
Shop for thousands of gently used baby and children's items; including clothes, toys, books and more. Admission is $2 or free by visiting the website.
Attend a pool party with games and swimming regardless of whether you’re a member of the JCC.
Celebrate cycling with a kids’ festival, three different ride routes, an expo pavilion, food, and music, presented by Bicycle Longmont.
Shop for maternity, baby, and kids items, including clothing, toys, and furniture at 50-90 percent off retail.
Help raise money for the Morgan Adams Foundation to find a cure for childhood cancers. The race was formerly called Grace's Race.
Enjoy free concerts and family-friendly theater performances. Seating is on grass, bring blankets or lawn chairs. Dogs welcome on leash only.
Come dressed in costume and go trick-or-treating at local businesses along Pearl Street in downtown Boulder. Age 12 and under.
Visit Mothers' Milk Bank Baby Cafe to celebrate the Cafe's first year of establishment. There will be activities and giveaways.
Hours vary. Shop for clothes, toys, shoes and much more. All ages; no activities for kids. $2; visit the Facebook page or website for free passes.
See a showcase of products created by individuals or classes for students from Kindergarten to 7th Grade. Products will be available for sale (cash only). Products available for purchase include inspirational key chains, journals, STEAM activity kits, origami kits, paracord bracelets, and more. Age 5 and up.
Exchange clean, gently-used children's clothing for donated clothing from other families.
Grab a cup of hot cocoa and take a stroll through Boulder's Civic Area, illuminated with more than 225,000 LED lights.
Celebrate German traditions at a family-friendly event, featuring live music from local performers, a variety of Longmont’s craft brewers, and food for purchase. Reservations required.
Celebrate the season with the City Holiday Tree lighting ceremony.
Buy local from young business owners who will display and sell their unique products to the local community. All products are handmade and personally sold by the owners. Find beaded jewelry, greeting cards, bath products, home baked goodies, artwork, and unique gifts.
Participate in a family-friendly day of traditional Latino festivities, including art-making, live dance, and musical performances.
Attend the traditional parade including marching bands, floats, classic cars, and costumed characters.
Meet face-to-face with nonprofit organizations seeking help. The Fair is free to nonprofits and persons who are looking for an organization where they can donate their time.
Become fully immersed in the city’s Public Art collection, learn more about how the city commissions new pieces, and get the stories behind the artworks. Tours are led by public art docents and administrators and happen throughout Denver’s neighborhoods. RSVP's are required. Each tour is limited to 15-20 people.
Play fun outdoor games at the library. Bring your own favorite game or learn a new one.
Enjoy a culturally diverse fundraiser with a variety live bands, food, artisan booths and more. Proceeds will help Intercambio continue to improve lives through English education and unite communities across cultures. $25.
See award-winning American Indian artists sell and demonstrate authentic artwork in a juried show, alongside a two-day Powwow honoring American Indians, American Indian veterans, and all veterans. Entertainment includes performances, music, and hands-on activities, as well as HawkQuest presenting live hawk and eagle demonstrations.
Climb on a variety of vehicles including big rigs and fire engines.
Meet face-to-face with the best camps, summer activities, and more in and around Douglas County.
Browse and purchase produce, gourmet food products, and more. See artisan shows on the second Sat of each month.
Celebrate the opening of the first Baby Café in Colorado. Mothers’ Milk Bank Baby Café provides new and breastfeeding moms a friendly and comfortable environment to learn more about breastfeeding. In the Baby Café, mothers can relax with refreshments; share experiences, tips, and techniques; and socialize with other moms in a child-friendly space. Free one-on-one…
Ride a circuit that runs through the streets of downtown Littleton highlighted by the Pro and Elite racing. There will also be live music, a beer garden, kid zone, and cruiser ride for families.
Shop family-oriented products and services, enjoy kids entertainment, bouncies, fun stage presentations, interactive activities, creative stations, and prizes.
Enjoy a party and concert the night before the 10th Annual Classic Rock Cruise-In car show that takes place in the heart of downtown.
Be part of the show some nights, and sit back and enjoy the entertainment other nights. Every week is a new theme.
Join Moms Clean Air Force and Colorado Moms Know Best and local elected officials for the first ever city-wide Mama Summit. There will be food, kids activities, tours of city hall, and the chance to meet with city council members.
Attend the 11th annual show, in partnership between the Vintage Car Club of Castle Rock and Downtown Merchants Association. There's parking nearby but a free trolley service is also available.
Run or walk a 5K along the Platte River on the Mary Carter Greenway with live music from RedVine Conspiracy. The course is flat and fast, and very scenic with a view of the Platte River almost the entire way.
Enjoy s’mores, hayrides, a living nativity, and the parade.
Head to The Vistas outdoors on the west side of Park Meadows between Arhaus and The Cheesecake Factory for some summer fun including food trucks, live music, dancing, a beer garden, a kid’s train, and bubble tea.
Watch the 31st annual holiday parade featuring community organizations, floats, high school marching bands, and a special appearance from Santa Claus.
Join the 3rd annual event on an accessible 2-mile track, to raise funds and awareness to treat or cure FSH Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD). There will be a pancake breakfast, live music, face painting, and a bounce house.
Watch a parade with the theme “The March of the Toys” amongst holiday lights.
Attend a free pool party for the community.
Shop the consignment sale for gently-used clothin, shoes, baby gear, toys and more. A portion of the proceeds from the sale help fund our MOPS program in Woodland Park.
Join the Civic Center Conservancy to celebrate the unveiling of Civic Center Art in the Park: Tree of Transformation. This wonder-inducing installation—created by Denver-based artists Nick Geurts and Ryan Elmendorf of yetiweurks—brings art, music, and light together in a stunning and interactive display. Guests will enjoy treats from local food trucks Doppios Coffee & Sugardash,…
Attend a community concert to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The evening will feature special guest performances and will include recipients of the 2019 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Humanitarian Award.
Bring an old bike and donate it to Project ReCycle.
Celebrate the holiday season with a variety of activities: sculpting, a petting zoo, pony rides and pictures with Mr. and Mrs. Claus.
Enjoy a country-style street party and festival following the parade. Takes place at Festival Park.
See favorite fairy tales brought to life. Costumes are encouraged. Registration is required.
Watch more than 40 Longhorn cattle walking through the streets of downtown Denver. Step back in time and see a true western cattle drive with horses, cowboys, cowgirls, tractors, marching bands, and floats. The parade starts at Union Station and runs down 17th Street. The National Western BBQ Lunch begins at 11:30am in the atrium…
Be there when the amusement park opens for the season.
Join thousands of breastfeeding women and their babies across the world who will gather in their own communities for a synchronized breastfeeding event around the globe.
Help clean up Highlands Ranch’s natural open space areas and parks. To volunteer, contact Kari Larese at 720-240-4909 or klarese@highlandsranch.org. After you register, you will be contacted with the location you will be assigned to.
Attend a national series of 5K running events with a superhero theme to help raise funds and awareness for a cause. Volunteer opportunities available; go online for details.
Register online to discover nature through fun, hands-on learning. Dress for the weather. Age 13 and up.
Celebrate winter and the holiday season with wassail, a warm Old English apple cider. Local businesses will offer free samples of their own recipes. Guests receive a commemorative mug after trying 12 samples and stamping their "12 Sips of Wassail" card.
Experience a twinkling winter wonderland, complete with an interactive LED light and sound display. Warm drinks and tasty treats will be available for purchase.
Take the family for events with weekly themes. Some nights the audience may be part of the show and some nights, just sit back and enjoy the entertainment.
Kick off a summer of reading adventures and Escape to Neverland with pirate-themed activities, kids’ crafts, and party snacks.
Have some family fun with dance lessons and demos presented by the Arthur Murray Dance Studio to kick off the annual Starlighting. Call or go online to register.
Have fun skating with friends and family. Free skate rental during public skating hours will be offered for each person donating a nonperishable food item, which will be given to a local food bank.
Take your family for a day where both kids and adults can engage with a bounce house, face-painting, free books, and other family activities.
5-10pm Sept. 15; 10am-9pm Sept. 16; 10am-5pm Sept. 17. Attend the 30th year of an autumn festival featuring food, music, a children’s carnival and artisan goods from Firefly Handmade Market. All ages.
Celebrate National Oatmeal Month with an oatmeal breakfast and community activities, sponsored by the Quaker Oats Company and organized by the Lafayette Chamber of Commerce. Includes a 5K run that starts at Colorado Music Festival & Center for Musical Arts, 200 E. Baseline Rd., Lafayette.
Bring in your kids' old clothes (in good condition, no rips or stains please) and swap them out for some new(ish) clothes for their growing selves. Clothes for ages range from newborn through 16 years. $2 entry fee which will be donated to the Link Rec Center's fund to help kids afford programs through the…
Pack up your stroller for a baby and kid-friendly march and rally at the Colorado State Capitol to encourage policy makers to consider their youngest constituents this legislative session. Following a short stroll around the Capitol, meet other Colorado parents, enjoy fun activities and giveaways on the East Lawn of the Capitol.
Attend the semi-annual sale with items including clothing, baby gear, toys, and bedding.
Fly or watch kites, hear music, and enjoy vendors, food booths, and free kids activities.
Celebrate the power of community and how books can bind us together to promote nonviolence. Join in the grand opening of the Little Free Library with an afternoon of activities, book giveaways, and reading for peace circles.
Shop a seasonal market to raise funds for historic preservation and education.
Attend a twice annual consignment sale of gently used and lovingly preowned children's gear and clothing hosted by Boulder County Parents of Twins and More (BCPTM.) Strollers, highchairs, car seats, and more. Email pr@bouldertwins.org or go to Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BoulderCountyKidsSale/ for more information.
Shop for clothes, toys, and gear from pregnancy through childhood at greatly reduced prices.
Celebrate Earth Day with Sustainable Resilient Longmont, featuring environmental education booths, hands-on activities for kids, and performers.
Enjoy dancing to a DJ, crafts and refreshments. Semi-formal attire encouraged. For dads with daughters ages 3-8. Reservations required through the Louisville Recreation and Senior Center. Reference code: 12021-1.
Attend a one-of-a-kind travel experience from Capital One that combines free food, celebrity guests, scenic views, airbrush tattoos, and a ski simulator.
Dress in Viking regalia to celebrate Ullr, the Norse God of winter. Enjoy a bluegrass music lineup with artists from Nashville to Colorado, including the UllrGrass All-Stars (with members of Railroad Earth, Leftover Salmon, Lyle Lovett Band, CORAL CREEK, Hot Buttered Rum, and Hot Rize). On Saturday, sample craft brews and ciders from more than…
See and ride the beautifully restored car in person during this annual free open house. Car No. 25 was built by Denver's own Woeber Carriage Company and placed into service on February 17, 1911. It was one of seven cars that provided passenger service on the Denver & Intermountain Interurban's 13-mile Denver-Lakewood-Golden line from 1911-1950.
Help provide school supplies to Colorado students. Help fill a car, truck or SUV in each of the showrooms with essential school supplies. “Stuff for Students” collection bins will be featured at Larry H. Miller locations in Denver, Aurora, Centennial, Lakewood, Highlands Ranch, Thornton, Federal Heights and Boulder. In addition, monetary contributions can be made…
Join hundreds of community members for an evening of fun with games, raffles, a silent auction, and a celebration for wish kid Shae, who is about to embark on her wish to go on a Disney Cruise.
Enjoy a variety of outdoor and kids' activities featuring Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day on June 16 and a disc golf tournament on June 17.
Honor the more than one million men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
Celebrate the official opening of the Southeast Rail Line Extension (SERE) with service to three new light rail stations including Sky Ridge Station, Lone Tree City Center, and RidgeGate Parkway Station. The full day of activities and entertainment includes dancers, music, art, carnival games, performances, and food trucks.
Go to gallery receptions, enjoy extended retail hours, and ride the Brewhop Trolley charter.
Enjoy live music, artisans, and food vendors. All proceeds go to Habitat for Humanity Metro Denver. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair and find a spot on the grass.
Celebrate Palisade peaches as well as an array of peach dishes. Find children’s activities, live entertainment, and arts and crafts throughout the day.
Be part of a mini-session event with Larry the Bunny and Baby Chicks.
Shop at the 2nd annual Starlight Market – a festive, holiday pop up hosted by Chasing Windmills featuring your favorite indie, family-friendly brands. Bring along your little ones to relax and play at Gathre’s lounge station, sip on something warm and cozy from the complimentary hot cocoa bar, or capture a holiday-card-worthy pic at Artifact…
Celebrate Father's Day by swimming at Foothills Park & Recreation District’s indoor and outdoor pools. Dads swim free when accompanied by their kids.
Experience all things cats, including celebrity meet-and-greets, explore the latest products and vendors from across the world, adopt little furballs looking for new homes, and also take part in supporting charities dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of cats.
Attend this annual event honoring Colorado military personnel and their families. There will be a free pancake breakfast; music by The Beverly Belles; a remembrance ceremony featuring the Sound of the Rockies; and time to visit the Colorado Freedom Memorial.
Shop the largest children’s consignment sale in Colorado. Items sell for 50 percent off on Aug. 25; 75 percent off on Aug. 26.
Attend a one stop marketplace to find the experts to remodel, refresh and renew your home. Explore sustainable living, meet with designers and see presentations. 100% of every ticket sold is awarded in horticulture grants & scholarships across Colorado. $8-$10. Ages 12 and under are free.
See the biggest names in professional motorcycle ICE racing shredding the arena's solid ice track with razor sharp studded tires. Racers battle it out for the prestigious World Championship ICE Racing Title. Attend the prerace Pit Party and enjoy a halftime show.
Celebrate South Denver Metro’s new Intentional Play Center for kids ages newborn-8. Learn about programs and enjoy entertainment from Rocky Mountain Puppets, Wayne & Wingnut, Denver Kid Magic, and the music of Steve Weeks.
Denver has its own county fair, and well … it’s fair-ly weird. Enjoy carnival rides, blue ribbon pies, goat yoga, midget wrestling, metalachi, mullet 5K run, our Beer + Wine Fest, and so much more! It’s fun and furry - wacky and weird – only at the Denver County Fair, July 13 - 15 at…
Attend the longest running rodeo in Colorado featuring mechanical bull rides, petting zoo, and a saloon.
See Artists-in-Residence studio tours, holiday-themed craft activities for children, and a trunk show in the ArtWorks Store. The evening is capped off with a community holiday dinner in the Ranch Café.
Enjoy a community recital open to performers of all ages and abilities, organized by the Broomfield Music Teachers Association. Age 7 and up.
Enjoy a day of activities (Sept. 16) including a clown contest, parade, craft festival, and more. Also includes a golf tournament and bingo games (Sept. 15). All ages.
Hours vary by date. Shop for ski and snowboard gear, learn about cross-country skiing, ski jumping and snowshoeing. Visit website for ticket prices.
Visit a two-day craft show featuring over 100 exhibitors of handcrafted gifts.
See Fillmore Plaza transformed into a winter wonderland with live ice carving, temporary fire pits, face painting, complimentary refreshments, and giveaways. Businesses throughout the area will host activities such as ornament decorating and entertainment.
Celebrate the arrival of spring with photo ops with the Easter Bunny, pancakes, face painting, and music. All proceeds benefit Catholic Charities of Central Colorado.
Take mom to enjoy a carousel ride for free, in honor of Mother's Day.
Enjoy Boulder's unofficial kickoff to summer with events, activities, food, and entertainment for the whole family.
Take to the streets of Olde Town Arvada, walking or running, to raise money to bring attention to child abuse and improve the lives of children affected by abuse. There will be live music, a pancake breakfast, face painting, and freebies.
Experience live music, sample food, and visit over 80 exhibitors with hands-on activities at this free Expo. Sign up for a chip timed 5K and get a tech T-shirt.
Pay homage to veterans with a special event that starts with a sponsor social at 9:30am, followed by a formal luncheon and program at 11:30am. Age 18 and up.
Enjoy informational lectures and demonstrations, as well as tours of the hospital, student exhibits, a mock surgery for children, a petting zoo, and CAM the Ram.
Try cuisine from more than 50 of the Boulder area’s top restaurants, over the course of nine days. Participating restaurants will offer a special three course dinner menu to the community. All ages.
Enjoy Colorado's largest community celebration of the Day of the Dead, including music, dancing, sugar skull decorating, community altars, paper flower making, face painting, and Lady Catrina. Visitors are encouraged to come dressed in “calaca” (skeleton) apparel.
Enjoy popcorn and treats while watching a classic movie with accompaniment by Hank Troy. All ages.
Create a beautiful and memorable experience coming together to celebrate happiness and hope. Price includes admission, a floating lantern, commemorative drawstring bag, and marker for decorating.
Get ready for a blast from the past with classic Valentines, friendship bracelets, best friend necklaces and more crafts and entertainment. Sign kids up to be a KidX Club Member to participate.
Combine fun activities with deep discussions that help your family get the most out of visiting your favorite fantastical pop culture worlds. Age 8 and up. Registration fee includes up to 4 people. Call to register.
Hear a reading of Catherine Wiley’s Sheltered and a conversation about women and homelessness. The moderated group discussion on next steps will be led by Dr. Esther Sullivan.
Participate in different activities at the library every day, during Lafayette's Screen Free Week program.
All Denver area Goddard School Locations. At the Goddard School, we understand the importance of literacy in learning and teaching children to give back. During the month of September, visit your local Goddard School weekdays from 9a.m. to 6p.m. to donate new or gently used books to benefit local children in need.
Find inspiration from the latest ideas and trends in landscaping, gardening, and home improvement. Stroll through more than an acre of professionally landscaped gardens. Visit with the region’s gardening gurus and home improvement experts about the best ways to move your home and garden projects forward.
Enjoy the world's biggest bounce house. The candy-colored inflatable castle is 10,000 square feet of fun. There are various "zones," each with a theme and its own activity-based entertainment including an inflatable obstacle race, inflatable forest, trucks, and boats. A DJ will host games and competitions while spinning tunes. For safety reasons, sessions are divided…
Shop from a variety of handmade gift and holiday items from over 50 local and regional artists.
Support Denver-area Girl Scout troops at the 2nd annual Craft Fair. There will be handmade crafts and baked goods made by Girl Scouts. All proceeds benefit local Girl Scout troops.
Meet some of the world’s most renowned women’s empowerment speakers, trainers, and leaders to celebrate motherhood and encourage women to reach their potential.
Attend the 3rd annual princess event that includes photos, interactions, beverages, and dessert in an elegant setting. A limited number of tickets are available and can be purchased online.
Go to a fun-filled afternoon of art, mentorship, and community for students with learning differences like dyslexia and ADHD and their allies.
Try biscuits and gravy or homemade stew, and enjoy live music and craft booths, based on a tradition of the late 1800s.
Celebrate summer with the opening of Foothills Park and Recreation District’s four outdoor pool locations. Children age 5 and under must be accompanied by an adult in the water.
Learn how to talk to your kids, and each other, about difficult subjects. The Brave Coalition and the Grammy-nominated Alphabet Rockers join together for a 90-minute workshop for educators, parents, and caregivers. The Bay Area-based Alphabet Rockers is a preeminent group of children's music artists who use hip-hop to focus on social change and racial…
Shop local handmade artisan goods including home decor, jewelry, accessories, and adult and children’s fashions.
Make sure that the tree is disposed of properly and used rather than just rotting in a landfill. Boy Scout Troop 78 has partnered with WMMI to provide you with a convenient way to recycle your Christmas tree right in your neighborhood.
Test out new classes for free including Stroller Booty, Toddler Yoga and more. Enjoy goodies and treats provided by other Stanley Marketplace vendors and participate in giveaways throughout the day. Sign up for classes online because space is limited.
Pull out those bell-bottoms, vests, and bohemian dresses and get ready to boogie to 70s cover band Majestyk’s 8-Track Revival and David Bowie tribute band Loving the Alien. Enjoy children’s games, crafts, and attractions, followed by an outdoor screening of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.
Shop for maternity, baby, and kids items, including clothing, toys, and furniture at 50-90 percent off retail. Hours vary.
Discover aircraft displays, model demonstrations, children’s Adventure Zone, and more.
Run, walk, or jog in a scenic 5K through the University of Colorado campus, finishing inside the warm Balch Field House. All ages. Reservations required.
Erika, Eleanor, and Shayna have written their debut book Here's How to Deal: The Dance Dilemma, centered around, Ben, Elias, Penelope, and Ruby. Four middle-schoolers who are learning that life, school, and friendships aren't always easy. The authors offer a unique perspective as both psychologists and parents of their own middle-schoolers. This first book in…
Attend the biggest maternity event of the year, bringing together the best in local boutiques, pediatricians, doulas, and more. Talk to experts about birthing plans, parenting techniques, registry must-haves, and personal health. Age 12 and under get in free.
Enjoy a delicious and affordable grilled summer lunch and the opportunity to connect with the surrounding community over lawn games and music.
See noted historian Patricia Limerick and a panel of veterans speak about All Quiet on the Western Front, Erich Maria Remarque's classic novel, which relates the experiences of a German soldier during World War I. The panel will discuss universal experiences of soldiers during wartime and how these experiences continue to affect them when they…
Drop in and play, sing, read, write and talk at activity stations throughout the library. Families with young children (birth to age 5) enjoy interactive early literacy activities and take home crafts and great prizes as well as new ideas for family fun. Each station includes special activities for babies.
Get a chance to go behind the wheel of a fire engine. Meet hometown heroes and explore other vehicles including big rigs, police cars, a Batmobile, and more.
Don your best '80s and '90s costume or gear and enjoy drinks and dancing plus food sample stations from Denver's top caterers (food included with admission). All proceeds benefit Wings Over the Rockies, a nonprofit organization. All ages welcome but valid ID for age 21 and up required for drinks.
Attend the event designed to educate and engage diverse sectors and communities statewide around the issues affecting Colorado’s women and their families. The Annual Luncheon supports women’s economic advancement, while raising vital funds for The Foundation.
Celebrate National Toy Store Day with kids activities, demonstrations of new toys and crafts plus coupons on Holiday Bucks to spend.
Attend the annual parade through downtown Denver, celebrating all things Irish including floats and marching bands. The parade departs from the Coors Field parking lot at 19th and Wynkoop.
Sample food and drinks, and enjoy music outdoors from regional artists, at the intersection of 4th Ave. and Kimbark St.
Join an interactive musical celebration of Hanukkah. Jeff and Paige will use storytelling to explore Hanukkah and celebrate its many traditions. All ages. Reservations required.
Compete with your dog in 4 levels: Jr. Handler, Sr. Dog, Fun/Recreational, and Competitive. Choose from 14 events like 25 Yard Dash, Land Retrieve, Toy Catch, Marathon Down, and Obstacle Course.
Run, walk, or dance through a course that includes stations that surround you in masses of colorful bubbles.
Shop independent brands, enjoy crafting (like holiday wreath-making), and photo-taking. While you shop, kids can keep themselves busy in the play area with plenty of fun and a holiday craft too.
Meet one-on-one with a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician to ensure that your child is safe. Parents or caretakers.
Join in for songs of the season and holiday cheer from a variety of musicians and performers in the region. Featuring excerpts from Longmont’s Centennial State Ballet Nutcracker. Special Santa reception with cookies and hot chocolate before the Dec. 16 matinee concert. Cash bar.
Shop a consignment sale featuring a wide range of gently used children's gear and clothing, hosted by Boulder County Parents of Twins and More (BCPTM).
Shop for jewelry, accessories, and holiday gifts from hand-crafters and commercial retailers.
Enjoy live music, artist booths, and additional events scheduled by Lafayette businesses. Children’s activities from 5-7pm; Bands play at Festival Plaza from 6:30-9pm.
Find gifts directly from more than 50 young entrepreneurs. All products are handmade and personally sold by the owners and include jewelry, greeting cards, bath products, home-baked goodies, and artwork.
See life-size reproductions of one of the world's most beloved art works. With special expertise and care, the 33 ceiling paintings from the Sistine Chapel have been reproduced in museum quality at near-original size, allowing visitors to fully engage and study the details of the artwork.
Be part of the country's second largest 1 mile and 5K run/walk fundraiser for ovarian cancer. Families, dogs, strollers, and children help raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer. Proceeds benefit the Colorado Ovarian Cancer Alliance.
Swim for free at JCC Denver during a pirate-themed party. This event is open to the public.
Kick off the Fort Collins Comic Con weekend with the fun Teen Nerd Prom. There will be a DJ, video gaming room, and more. Ages 12-18.
Celebrate the season with a bounce house, annual pumpkin race, and other activities. Awards will be given for the window painting and pumpkin decorating contests. Reservations required through the recreation center.
Enjoy the combination of Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day with clinics, demos, and bike safety checks, and the Valmont Open Disk Golf Tournament, where participants play two rounds and enjoy a lunch. Visit website for registration link.
Take a self-guided garden tour through gardens around Northwest Denver. The tour benefits school programs, which work to reduce violence and bullying in schools.
Enjoy live entertainment featuring the band After Midnight, in the heart of Highlands Ranch.
Enjoy an evening filled with dancing, games, and refreshments. Ages 3-14 and their dads, grandpas, stepdads, or uncles.
See and shop for fine mineral specimens, fossils, and more.
Celebrate Independence Day with community exhibitor booths, ticketed bounce houses, and food concessions. There will also be free entertainment, a concert featuring The Nacho Men, and fireworks display.
Come to see a big screen family-friendly favorite movie, rated PG, along with concessions and door prizes. Movie title cannot be revealed prior to the event, due to the licensing agreement. Sponsored by Creative Broomfield.
See demonstrations and purchase handmade works from weavers, knitters, bead artists, quilters, spinners, felters, and basket makers.
Join Adam’s Camp campers with special needs plus local celebrities, former professional and collegiate athletes, and the providers from Partners in Pediatrics for a unique game of basketball. In addition to the game, there will be mascots from Colorado’s sports teams, face-painting, and a silent auction.
See world-class male and female athletes who have the physical strength, mental stamina, and dexterity to control 12,000-pound machines capable of doing backflips, vertical two-wheel skills and racing at speeds up to 70 miles per hour. Get up close and personal to the Monster Jam trucks and drivers by purchasing a Pit Party pass for…
Enjoy brunch with bagels and mimosas while the little ones entertain themselves on tumbling equipment. Age 3 and under. Registration is required.
Enjoy a unique river festival that includes a River Rodeo of makeshift boats and costumed crews braving the small waves at Confluence Park; a Kids Zone with a climbing wall, stand up paddleboard demos, and a mini-slacklining course; and live music, vendors, and food.
Tour a variety of Boulder-area artists’ studios and learn about their creative processes. See website for participating artists. Studios are at multiple locations; preview exhibit at the Museum of Boulder.
Meet Gaelic Princess Merida who will entertain kids with stories, Highland dancing, and archery lessons, with each child receiving a bow and arrow. The leprechaun will share his favorites: gold coins and a bottle of “Will O’ the Wisps” Magic. Reservations for either a 4:30pm or 6:30pm seating can be made by emailing obliospizzeria@gmail.com.
Treat dad to a fire truck parade through Historic Downtown Littleton, showcasing antique and new fire/rescue apparatus followed by a muster. Take a fire truck ride, shoot a fire hose, take a selfie with Smoky Bear, and see real-life rescue demonstrations and the Air Life helicopter landing.
Commemorate the historical blending of the American mountain men and Hispanic communities of Old Bent's Fort. See historical interpreters demonstrate their wares, including trade silver, moccasins, beaver skin hats, and buckskin period dress.
Shop and enjoy 50-90 percent off the retail prices of clothes, toys, and more. Free admission tickets available online.
See Santa for picture opportunities plus horse drawn carriage rides, and holiday entertainment. Bring your own cameras for free Santa pictures. Free hot chocolate and cider. There is a charge for holiday treats and carriage rides. Canned food donations will be accepted.
Attend daily après parties, on-mountain guided tours, spring beer festival, and LGBT celebrations all week long.
Shop more than 70 varieties of tomatoes, eggplant, peppers, and herbs grown from heirloom and organic seeds. Farm tours are $5 per person age 2 and up. Saturday, May 19 is a SCFD Free Day and includes festival highlighting local vendors participating in Plant, Eat, and Get Local.
See world-class Monster Jam vehicles and athletes go head-to-head in seven different competitions driving three different vehicles: Monster Jam trucks, Monster Jam Speedsters, and Monster Jam ATVs.
Celebrate summer with the opening of Foothills Park & Recreation District’s four outdoor pool locations and get special $3 admission offered on opening day.
Shop for goods for pregnancy to tweens at 50-90 percent off retail at this Moms of Multiples annual sale. The event also includes car seat safety checks by Child Passenger Safety Technicians (CPST).
Bring your pooch to take the plunge with other four-legged swimmers. This is a fundraiser for dogs (and their humans) to benefit Freedom Service Dogs.
Find one-of-a-kind Mother’s Day gifts, wedding gifts, and more. Handmade pottery made by local artists will be on display and available for purchase.
Enjoy free movie night in Downtown Castle Rock. There'll be a street fair with bounce houses, family activities, and food vendors on-site.
Shop for gifts made and sold by more than 50 young entrepreneurs. Items include jewelry, greeting cards, baked goods, and artwork.
Join Sesame Street pals Elmo and Abby as they help spread friendship and kindness during the Sesame Street Pop Up Tour. Learn that while we may be different from one another, we’re alike in so many ways. There will also be meet and greets with Abby and Elmo, a library reading corner, and an interactive…
Attend a huge sale on ski and snowboard equipment and accessories, with family entertainment, vendors, and representatives from Colorado’s mountain resorts. Family-friendly attractions and entertainment include a high ropes course, fitness challenge, and a learn-to-ski dry slope for “never-ever” skiers.
Attend the dance created to bring parents and daughters of the city together. Dress up, dance, hang out, and get to know each other. Meet Disney princesses, dance, take pictures in a photo booth, and enjoy chocolate and caramel fountains.
Walk down Washington Avenue, candle in hand, singing holiday carols. The walk is followed by a fireworks display.
See more than 250 exhibitors well versed in home renovation, remodeling, and sustainable living. Many will have tips, tools, and ideas on how to best winterize your home.
Get together with thousands of geeks, pop-culture enthusiasts, gamers, writers, cosplayers and artists.
Join in every Monday to listen to music and play board games.
Jump around in bounce houses and splash around in water activities. Formerly known as Splash in the Park.
Donate your used or unwanted bicycles at ReCycle Your Bicycle in the parking lot in front of Shea Stadium at Redstone Park.
Shop for discounted goods for pregnancy through childhood, for all seasons.
Picnic on the grounds of the museum with a great view of the Thunderbirds flyover for the graduation of the neighboring Air Force Academy. For more information, call 719-488-0880 or email info@wmmi.org.
Hear from interesting people doing innovative things that impact the community, sponsored by the Broomfield Library and Westminster Public Library. Students from Adams 12 STEM schools will present solutions to local and world issues using problem-based learning.
Help Crush Pizza and Tap celebrate its fourth birthday. The festivities start at 11am with a DIY Kids Pizza Party, where budding pizza chefs can build their own three-topping pizzas. There'll be a Spicy Wing Challenge starting at 1:30pm, plus Trivia with Chad at 3pm, and live music from Skware Pegs at 7pm.
Enjoy live music, bounce houses, and food vendors. All ages.
Enjoy live music from Woodshed Red and delicious samples of diverse cuisine from more than 15 restaurants throughout West Denver. Age 21 and up with ID required for alcohol. Children under 8 are free. $40, $60 VIP admission.
Enjoy all-you-can-eat ice cream and snow cones with any toppings. See a live extrication demonstration from Littleton Fire Rescue and a live performance by the Highlands Ranch Concert Band.
Experience a celebration of Jewish culture, featuring live entertainment, fine art, family activities, and ethnic food.
See a collaboration between artists in different fields. Musicians pair with a playwright, a dancer, a visual artist, and a spoken-word artist. After 12 hours, each duo presents a live original work grown from their interaction.
See the International Youth Ballet performing Alice in Wonderland. Bring a picnic and enjoy the show.
Enjoy local food and culture, family fun, and a business fair.
Swim for free at Ridge Recreation Center Pools when accompanied by a child. Children age 5 and under must be accompanied by an adult in the water.
Gain a better understanding around spending and learn about your spending tendencies. Coffee and snacks will be provided. Sponsored by the Parent Engagement Network (PEN) and Capital One. Reservations required online.
Celebrate Wheat Ridge with a day of fun in the heart of the Ridge at 38 district. Enjoy four bluegrass bands, a classic car show, chalk art, food trucks, local beer, and kids activities.
Enjoy a celebration of visual arts with more than 150 artists from around the country, including children's activities and interactive performances.
Navigate a 20-acre corn field maze with the help of a smartphone trivia game. Try the mini maze for younger kids. Ride on a barrel train, visit the petting zoo, swim through a corn kernel box with a corn kernel waterfall. Choose from 15 varieties of pumpkins and gourds set in an easy-to-pick field.
Bring your little ones for weekly, themed shows, activities, and goodie bags.
Dress in full costume, go trick-or-treating indoors, and swim in the Ridge Pools.
Enjoy a fun evening in the private barrel room of Fate Brewing Company to celebrate Colorado Gives Day. Be inspired by the Parent Engagement Network's (PEN) impact, reach, and plans for the upcoming year. Barbecue buffet provided by Yoder Smoker.
Shop a library sale of fiction and nonfiction books for adults and children, sponsored by The Friends of the Lafayette Library.
Discover a variety of community activities, vendors, and LGBTQ pride merchandise, sponsored by Out Boulder County. Located on 4th St. between Main and Emery St.
Go to a pool party with games and swimming. You do not need to be a member of the JCC to attend.
Join inspiring and funny best-selling authors and motivational speakers John Bytheway, Meg Johnson, and Hank Smith as they teach the tricks to turn troubles into toughness and trials into triumphs.
Celebrate El Día de Los Niños of Mexico with costumes and a variety of dances.
Be part of a 5K or 10K timed USTAF run around Stapleton's Central Park followed by unlimited small brunch bites, tasty beverages, live music, and lawn games.
Mingle with other families at the outdoor Baby Pool at the JCC Denver. Cocktails and appetizers provided for adults, and chalk, bubbles, and kid-friendly snacks for kids. Space is limited and registration is required. To register, visit mazeltogether.org.
See displays, meet dealers, and participate in a free collection evaluation service and youth stamp camp.
Enjoy music from Chris Daniels and the Kings, a bounce house, and face painting. Fireworks show at dusk.
Shop for gently-used children’s items including clothing, shoes, strollers, car seats, high chairs, cribs, outdoor play equipment, and toys. A portion of the proceeds from the sale help fund the MOPS program in Woodland Park.
Head to the heart of downtown for lunch, choosing from a variety of food trucks. Enjoy live music and giveaways.
Attend the forum for teachers, counselors, parents, administrators, policymakers, and other professionals to share and learn about a multitude of topics (academic, social/emotional, educational policy) relating to gifted children—how to meet their unique needs and unlock their unique potentialities. Register online.
Kick off the CU Buffalo's home football games along the Pearl Street Mall with the Golden Buffalo Marching Band. Cheer on the team and coaching staff. All ages.
Enjoy music, dancing, complimentary coffee, tea, sweet treats, and tours of the historic home.
Start off the summer with a splash at one of the nation's largest family water parks, celebrating its 40th year.
Attend this opportunity for students to interact with admission representatives from a wide range of postsecondary institutions. Be connected with hundreds of colleges and universities.
Go on a family playdate to celebrate Autism Awareness Month and the grand opening of Autism Home Support Services' new Centennial Autism Center. Meet Buzz Lightyear and Batman, do crafts, get a tour, and meet therapists. To schedule a visit or photo opportunity, contact Deborah Linton: dlinton2@comcast.net.
Shop for maternity, baby, and kids items, including clothing, toys, and furniture at 50-90 percent off retail.
Celebrate the arts, music, and nature in one event including an adventure area with kayaking and paddleboarding in a swimming pool, climbing wall, Ninja Warrior course, and arts courses for teens and adults.
Enjoy complimentary coffee, donuts, and Santiago's breakfast burritos along with with four-legged friends on the High Line Canal.
Enjoy a downtown block party with street performers, music, The Amazing Race, and more. Free to attend; fees for certain activities.
Get your hands in the dirt. Learn how to grow, cook, and enjoy Slow Food—real, delicious, flavorful food. The Pavilion is part of the Slow Food Nations events.
Wear your Halloween Costumes and Trick or Treat at participating merchants throughout Downtown Littleton.
Safely and securely shred your sensitive and confidential papers. Limit of 3 small bags or boxes. Additional small bags or small boxes are $5 each. Properly and safely dispose of old electronic components. TVs-$50 each up to 42” accepted on site.
Celebrate the start of a new season with the Spring Fairy and Queen Fairy. They’ll sing songs and tell stories, teach kids to play fairy music and invite everyone to a dance party – fairy style. Reservations required for either a 4:30pm or 6:30pm seating by emailing obliospizzeria@gmail.com.
Enjoy beer and food vendors, bounce houses, and more. All ages.
Enjoy a weekend of festivities that includes a fair in historic downtown Erie, with vendors, a car show, beer garden and live entertainment and a balloon festival with early morning launches, a night glow, and fireworks show.
Witness a celebration of American Indian cultures with American Indian dancers, drum groups, and hands-on activities. All powwow activities and general museum admission are free. Youth 18 and younger also receive free admission to the special exhibition "The Western: An Epic in Art and Film."
Sept. 6,13,20, and 27. Enjoy a different group of stories each week followed by a fun craft or activity. Age 5 and under.
Tour an advanced tea production plant, enjoy tea samples of every variety, and browse the display of original tea box artwork on a 45-minute tour. Age 5 and up. Reservations required for groups of 8 or more.
Enjoy live music alongside food and drink, children’s activities, and more in downtown Louisville.
Start a summer of fun at the Del Mar Family Aquatic Center or any of the other five pools located throughout the city.
Enjoy live music, food and craft beer vendors, and a raffle. Families and pets are welcome. Purchase beer and food tickets onsite and through the website.
Attend training for basic CPR education, and receive CPR certification if needed. Registration required.
Watch as the greatest ski, snowboard, and snowmobile athletes battle for glory in 18 different disciplines. Concerts (for age 15 and up) feature the Chainsmokers, Kygo, Lil Wayne, and Louis the Child.
Attend the sale hosted by Mothers of Multiples Society. Shop clothing and items for babies and kids at 50-90 percent off retail.
Enjoy an evening of dancing, desserts, and Disney princesses for daughters and their escorts, be they a parent, grandparent, aunt, or uncle.
Enjoy an informative view of weather and climate at a science laboratory and explore interactive exhibits.
Enjoy an evening with bounce houses, food vendors, and live music.
Join the Lafayette police and fire departments to see police and fire vehicles and equipment, demonstrations, and community booths. Get a free lunch.
Enjoy live music from the John Saunders band, family activities, and food vendors. All ages.
Celebrate Bike to Work Day with a raffle, discounts, live music, balloon art, and an REI bike mechanic.
See nearly 500 rare sports and classic cars, early collectibles, and new exotic cars. There will also be food, music, exhibitors, and vendors.
Join a book club whose fall theme is trees - exploring the lives of the trees themselves and their impact on the world around them. In December, the group discusses “The Wood for the Trees: One Man’s Long View of Nature” by Richard Fortey, a biography of the flora and fauna of his four acres…
Volunteer to observe and count butterflies in open spaces and parks multiple times per season, gathering essential data that land managers can use when making conservation decisions.
Enjoy a Colorado Thanksgiving with special emphasis on the Highlands Ranch Mansion, its history, and the people that inhabited and developed the mansion over the years. RSVP to communications@armadeiacademy.com
Drop in to find activities, services, and products of interest to children and families. Staff from the Colorado Mountain Ranch Children’s Summer Camp offer an introduction to the Mountain Day Camp Programs, a chance to meet staff members, and a leather stamping activity.
Enjoy bounce houses, food vendors, and a movie in Downtown Castle Rock. All ages.
Be part of a nationwide, family-friendly New Year's Day Run/Walk. It's a call to action to focus on living a healthy way of life in the coming year. All paces are welcome, including strollers. Kids under 13 run for free with a registered adult. Registration includes a race bib, t-shirt, raffles, photos and post run…
Honor the service of America’s veterans during the Highlands Ranch Veterans Day Celebration featuring a keynote speaker, color guard, and patriotic music.
Enjoy a fun, family-friendly evening with science activities (for kids & grownups), lite appetizers, and drinks while we celebrate Science Fair Fun's launch INSIDE the American Mountaineering Museum.
Celebrate the mission of empowering women and eliminating racism with a fun 5K and 10K walk or run and a 1-mile kid’s dash, followed by a rally and multicultural festival.
Shop from over 125 commercial and handcrafted vendors. This marketplace includes original art and specialty food.
Be there for the nation’s top indoor motorcycle race series featuring some of the nation’s top professional and amateur arenacross competitors.
Enjoy outdoor concerts of different genres and food trucks, presented by the Louisville Cultural Council.
Enjoy seasonal food, live music, and dance performances, plus an outdoor lights display and a visit from Santa.
Join in the annual event that celebrates traditional Greek food, music, dance, and culture.
Hours vary by date. Visit website for details. Attend a community event where families can sell the things their children are no long using and buy what they need at 50-90% off retail. Shop for clothing, shoes, toys, books, gear, furniture and more. Bring this in for $5 OFF our Half Price day. Information and…
See musical entertainment, a living nativity, and petting zoo, then visit with Santa. The event coincides with the Louisville Arts District First Friday Art Walk.
Celebrate the holidays at the Highlands Ranch Mansion. Enjoy reindeer games, live entertainment, school choir performances, and more.
Find one-of-a-kind Mother’s Day gifts, wedding gifts, and items for your own home.
See kilts, bagpipes, Irish step dancing, and live music.
Enjoy a night out filled with food, drinks, and fun. Featuring music by DJ Trevor from Music on T.A.P.
Go out for a family dinner, with a children's menu that includes mac and cheese, meatballs on a bed of cheese grits, and prosciutto-wrapped roasted chicken and potatoes. Each meal features a healthy beverage and homemade ice cream. In addition, a family-style meal featuring stone oven slow roasted whole organic chicken, organic vegetables, salad, and…
Enjoy drinks, appetizers and a fashion show featuring re-designs of Bella Boutique’s prom gowns courtesy of some of Denver’s finest fashion designers, with proceeds supporting our mission. As part of this event, there will be a silent and live auction featuring goods and services from companies throughout the Rocky Mountain region. We hope you will…
Run, walk, or jog in a family-friendly 5K race. Bring 5 nonperishable items to the food drive on race day to be entered to win prizes including tech tees and gift certificates. Strollers and dogs are welcome.
Be part of an annual community event with Santa Claus, children caroling, and the mayor lighting the tree.
Join the Boulder Philharmonic for a family-friendly, space-themed concert in honor of NASA’s—and the Boulder Phil’s—60th anniversary. Also includes an instrument petting zoo, provided by HB Woodsongs.
Shop at an upscale vintage-inspired market featuring original art, antiques, clothing, and jewelry.
Join the farmers from Ollin Farms for the last hands-on garden program of the season. Kids are invited to explore the garden, help plant and harvest veggies, and learn what plants need to grow. The garden program is included with Museum admission.
See internationally-renowned peace activist and Nobel Peace Laureate Rigoberta Menchú Tum join youth ages 8-22 for an interactive weekend. Young leaders from across the Rocky Mountains are invited to this transformative event, where they will engage in dialogue with a Nobel Peace Laureate and learn how to be effective changemakers in their communities.
Celebrate youth voices and create a lasting legacy of change. People of all ages will be gathering. A youth led rally will begin at 11:30am.
Browse and purchase produce, gourmet food products, and more. Enjoy the beer and wine garden featuring a different local brewer each week.
Let your dog enjoy a day of fun while swimming away the summer heat.
Explore summer offerings plus Battle of Superheroes, pony rides, bouncy castle, rock climbing wall, and camp giveaways.
Go to a Luau-themed pool party with swimming, games, and other activities. Membership to the JCC is not required.
Enjoy a free breakfast, and help clean Johnson Habitat Park with your family.
Join CU South Denver for a stimulating conversation over a delicious lunch prepared by a world-class culinary team. Geared towards professionals. $55.
Celebrate the history of Denver’s Five Points neighborhood—the Harlem of the West—with music from dozens of bands on eight stages, food and beverage offerings, and family-friendly activities.
Enjoy free Easter photos, music, dancing, games, face painting, balloons, a crafted Easter egg activity, and giveaways.
Celebrate with a weekend filled with food, fun, and culture, putting the spotlight on the Mile High City's vibrant Latino population.
Visit the fire station, interact with firefighters, and have fun with your family.
Enjoy a morning with a pirate and enjoy snacks, beverages, and a small token to take home. Ages 2-8.
Grab a partner and put on a blindfold. Unleash inner strength as you run, hop, cheer, and dance around obstacles and through challenges, without sight. Or, join the Lycored Performance Team at Lycored’s Shade Park in Adventure Village for Blind Fitness Challenges throughout each day designed for the entire family. Lycored Ambassador and Adaptive Athlete,…
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with dancing to a DJ, refreshments, and photos. Ages 1-9 with parent. Reservations required. Registration code: 10213.
Celebrate culture and community with a Parade of Nations, fashion show, vendors, and globally-inspired food venders.
Make your way through a 20-acre maze. Engage, using a smart phone trivia game that provides directions with every correct answer. There is a mini-maze for younger children. Other activities include u-pick-it pumpkin field, a petting zoo, pony rides and train ride. $12 adult, $9 ages 5-12, free age 4 and under. Senior Day: Every…
Take your writing to the next level with a workshop that combines instruction with resources. It is ideally suited for the general public, teen writers, and especially beginners. The intense one-day winter writing class is designed for those who want to learn more about writing and publishing. A certificate will be awarded upon completion of…
Honor the ancient Chinese “Red Envelope” gifting tradition when the mall gives away envelopes filled with gift cards and center promotions. Decorate traditional lanterns and decorations. In Chinese culture, lanterns represent prosperity and letting go of the previous year. By returning to customer service to show off their decorated lantern, participants will receive an $8…
Be part of a 5K run/walk to show support for anyone who has been touched by addiction and to bring the disease into the light. There will also be a Shatterproof Community Village, Memorial Gallery, and a Celebrate Recovery area.
Take your own photos with the Easter Bunny in a spring setting on The Orchard entertainment stage. Every child will receive bunny ears and an activity book, and families will receive a bag full of goodies and coupons.
Bring your kids to climb on and explore all types of trucks and cars. Parking is limited; consider walking, riding, or skating to the center.
Skate on an indoor rink and take photos with Santa. Donate a new toy item in original packaging to receive free skate rental.
Enjoy a healthy day with an oatmeal breakfast at Pioneer Elementary (101 E. Baseline Rd.), 5K run (200 E. Baseline Rd.), and ninja warrior courses at the recreation center.
Learn about preschool programs and resources throughout Denver. The event will feature free food, family-friendly activities, photo ops with minions, and admission to the Denver Zoo.
Sling the flying gourd, visit the children's archery range, take hayride, visit the petting zoo and much more at this redesigned fall event, featuring food vendors and a vintage car show. Visitors receive a complimentary pumpkin. $10 per child for all activities. Free under age 3 and adults.
Enjoy free admission, family-friendly programming, and live music and dances that celebrate children from around the world.
Enjoy music, dacning, light snacks, face painting, crafts and photos. $10 or $10 per family in advance. $13 per person at the door. Buy tickets online.
Shop a Colorado indie-art experience of makers, entrepreneurs, and artists. Enjoy food, musicians, DIY opportunities, and a Junior & Teen Firefly area on Saturday.
Buy local from young business owners who display and sell their unique products to the local community. All products are handmade and personally sold by the owners. Find beaded jewelry, greeting cards, bath products, home baked goodies, artwork, and more.
Connect with other moms and local experts, companies and services.Over 40 local companies will be represented including baby gear, clothing, skin care, and parenting services .$5 in adv. Babies, Grandparent & Dads are Free.
Enjoy sparkling lights, and special activities including live reindeer, an ice show, skating, Santa Claus, hot cocoa, and fireworks.
Sling the flying gourd, visit the children’s archery range, enjoy a hayride, and explore trucks. Visitors receive a complimentary pumpkin.
Be there for this inaugural event. Sign up and build your own creative float starting with a shoebox base. The parade will travel around Dairy Block led by Denver’s Tivoli Brass Band, and Mike & Kiki of the Handsome Little Devils. The parade will be followed by a free Dairy Block Alley Party featuring live…
Be part of one of the only events in the U.S. solely focused on stroke survivors and education. The walk is open to participants of all abilities and features different paths to accommodate stroke survivors and other attendees in various stages of fitness or recovery. Participants will have the option to complete a 5K trail…
Celebrate Boulder artists at a variety of diverse events including public art exhibits, theater, performances, and more, in different venues around the city.
See nearly 70 elite athletes from 18 countries compete for glory on jaw-dropping, 50-feet-tall walls of sheer ice in two events: Speed and Lead. In addition, enjoy BARBEGAZI, which means “frozen beard,” a new festival that includes axe throwing, a huge ice maze, a fat biking course, food trucks, and music by local band Dragondeer.
Explore 2-1/2 acres of trains with displays, demonstrations, sales, and clinics. Admission is good for both days.
Securely shred and responsibly dispose of your sensitive documents and older electronics.
Enjoy a day of activities including a clown contest, parade, and craft festival.
Attend Farmside Shabbat on Milk and Honey Farm. Sing songs, read a story, and explore the farm. Ages 0-8.
Encourage physical activity and time with friends during Lafayette’s Screen Free Week. Register by April 27 and receive a free pass to the Bob L. Burger Recreation Center for the week of April 30-May 6. Turn in a completed activity log to receive a free book from the Lafayette Public Library. Reservations required.
Enjoy drinks and food from over 60 local restaurants.
Volunteer to help transplant native plants from the High Plains Environmental Center greenhouse, learn about what it means to be a good steward, and go on a fun nature hike. Lunch is provided. Ages 6-12 and their families.
Make special memories while enjoying an evening of dancing and games at this event hosted by the Colorado Conservatory of Dance.
Enjoy crafts and a photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny and his friend Fawn, a fairy who can communicate with animals and tell kids what the Easter Bunny has to say. There will also be a mini egg hunt so bring a basket. Reservations required for either a 4:30pm or 6:30pm seating by emailing obliospizzeria@gmail.com.
Celebrate with free general admission, family-friendly programming, live music and dances that celebrates children from around the world, and art-making activities for the whole family. For more information on the celebration, email cricciardi@denverartmuseum.org with DDN 2018 in the subject line, or call 720-913-0072.
Enjoy kids activities, food trucks, live music, a sustainable backyard, and fitness activities.
Enjoy fun family activities and entertainment for all ages on the CU campus.
Attend movie night in Downtown Castle Rock at Festival Park, brought to you by Crystal Valley. Join in a day of celebration including music, food, free bounce houses, kids activities, and a movie starting at dusk.
Combine fun activities with deep discussions that help your family get the most out of visiting your favorite, fantastic pop culture worlds. Age 8 and up. Registration includes up to four people. Call to register.
Shop, eat, drink, and enjoy live music. There will be roaming buskers and several areas specifically for kids. The event occurs in the area outside of Highland Tap & Burger.
Join a half-day volunteer project exclusively for families with children ages 6-12. Participants will help transplant native plants from the High Plains Environmental Center's greenhouse, learn about what it means to be a good steward, and go on a fun nature hike. Breakfast and lunch provided. Register online or by contacting Jamie Burke at jamie@voc.org…
Watch as participants in the Colorado classic race through the River North Art Distric. After the races, enjoy music from Wilco, Saint Motel, Death Cab for Cutie, and more. Visit website for more information and for ticket availability.
Celebrate a little early with live music, a light show, and fireworks. Bring a picnic or purchase from the available concessions. Hear a concert by Chris Daniels and The Kings and the Colorado Symphony Orchestra.
Be part of a a milk drive offering a unique way for breastfeeding women with more milk than their baby needs to donate a gift that can help save a life. Rocky Mountain Aardvarks will host a music class for kids at 4:30pm. Refreshments will be served.
Wind your way along the South Platte River Trail in our stroller-friendly 5K, watch your kids go for gold in the Kid Course, Toddler Trot or Infant Crawl, then fuel up at the expo. Go online for registration and pricing details.
Receive a program toolkit packed with fun games and activities, picture books, and parenting handbooks. A trained volunteer will introduce and model various activities in the toolkits for parents to try with their kids. Parents and caregivers with children ages birth-3.
Aug 4 & 11. Enjoy snacks, bubbles, pool time every Friday at the JCC baby pool. 6 months to 3 years. Register online. $5 nonmembers, free for members.
Celebrate the fun of reading at all Boulder Public Library locations this summer. Sign up and get a reading log to win prizes.
Celebrate the end of summer with arts and crafts exhibitors, live performances, carnival rides, and the Great Zucchini Race.
Enjoy live entertainment, sing-along time with Jeff and Paige, and a fireworks show at dusk. The event features CU's mascot Ralphie the Buffalo.
Visit with princesses throughout the day. Dress in your prettiest princess attire (minus crowns for safety).
Help beautify Standley Lake with trash pick-up, weed pulling, or other outdoor tasks. All ages welcome but children must be accompanied by an adult.
Learn about more than 70 Boulder County public, private and boarding schools to help narrow down your options. Open to all Boulder County middle school students.
Attend a variety of princess-themed events including a Royal Scavenger hunt through March 24 and a Princess Tea Party. Visit the website for details.
Enjoy live music from local bands every Friday and Saturday through September, yard games, food, drink, and communal seating, in the heart of downtown Denver.
Swim at the JCC Denver pool. Special activities are planned throughout the day including pool fitness classes and family-friendly pool activities. This event is open to the public.
Be part of a citywide art intervention with the purpose of breaking down personal, emotional, and social barriers, while nurturing individual and collective well-being. Art installation sites are located throughout Denver and include streets, alleyways, billboards, video screens, and Union Station, among other locations.
Experience fire dancers, ice sculptures, inflatable sculptures, and interactive light display, s'mores, and hot chocolate.
Attend an exhibit featuring artwork made by members of The Gathering Place, Denver’s only daytime shelter for women, children, and transgender individuals experiencing poverty.
Meet face-to-face with more than 40 camps and summer activities in and around Douglas County. Registered attendees will be entered to win a $200 gift certificate for the participating camp/activity of their choice. Bring a school supply donation for DCSD's annual county-wide Lend a Hand School Supply Drive and receive a special treat. Museum admission…
Shop for children's, teen's and maternity items at big discounts. Opening day Thursday Nov 2- 9:30am prime shopping time, $10 advance tickets or $15 at the door. 11am is $2 admission until 6pm. Friday-Sun is free admission 9am-6pm. Monday is free admission and 50% off all non starred items 9am-6pm, Tuesday 50% off all non…
Celebrate Halloween with daytime trick-or-treating and family-friendly activities. Age 10 and under (and pets) are invited to trick or treat the streets of Belmar, visiting shops and restaurants.
Attend a weeklong event devoted to families and music. Events include face painting, kids yoga, and tubing as well as concerts and a fireworks show.
Celebrate spring in downtown Boulder with the Tulip Fairy, along with a parade of pint-size fairies and elves around the Pearl Street Mall to "wake up the tulips." Features special activities for kids.
Attend this community fair for opportunities to connect with health and safety resources. Also enjoy food trucks and a DJ for kids.
Enjoy a luncheon including the presentation of scholarships to youth who have overcome significant adversity. Local citizens who work on behalf of at-risk youth in Boulder County will be honored. Reservations required.
