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Thrive: New Moms Workshop to Thrive in the First Year of Motherhood

Date:
Aug 18, 2018 1 - 5pm
Cost:
$35 before July 31; $60 after July 31
Phone:
415-816-7837

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.

Big Latch On

Date:
Aug 03, 2018 10am
Cost:
Visit website for details
Phone:
720-507-0903

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.

Renew the Ranch Volunteer Day

Date:
May 19, 2018 9 - 11am
Cost:
Free
Phone:
720-240-4909

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.

Art Stop

Date:
Apr 07, 2018 to Nov 17, 2018
Schedule:
10am-1pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-443-2122

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.

$3 Admission for Pools

Date:
May 25, 2019 to Jun 01, 2019
Schedule:
Times and dates vary per location; see Foothills website for details
Cost:
$3
Phone:
303-409-2333

Celebrate summer with the opening of Foothills Park & Recreation District’s four outdoor pool locations and get special $3 admission offered on opening day.

Parenting Workshop

Date:
Jun 20, 2018 4:30 - 5:30pm
Cost:
Free and includes a ticket to the museum for the day
Phone:
303-433-6200 ext. 12

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.

Enchanted Princess Tea Party

Date:
May 04, 2019
Schedule:
10am-noon and 1-3pm
Cost:
$50-$60
Phone:

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.

Autism Awareness Month Play Date and Photo Opportunity

Date:
Apr 27, 2019 9am - noon
Cost:
Free
Phone:
844-247-7222

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.

Handweavers Guild of Boulder Show and Sale

Date:
Oct 31, 2018 to Nov 04, 2018
Schedule:
Wed-Sat, 10am-6pm; Sun, 10am-3pm
Cost:
Free admission
Phone:
303-926-1512

See demonstrations and purchase handmade works from weavers, knitters, bead artists, quilters, spinners, felters, and basket makers.

Touch-A-Truck

Date:
Jun 02, 2018 9:30 - 11am
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-666-7400

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.

Girl Scout Craft Fair

Date:
Nov 10, 2018 10am - 2pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
720-275-5910

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.

The Big Bounce America: Denver

Date:
May 25, 2018 to May 27, 2018
Cost:
$10 and up
Phone:

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…

Pirate Party

Date:
Jan 19, 2019 10:30am - noon
Cost:
$12 in advance, $15 at the door (if not sold out)
Phone:
303-471-8898

Enjoy a morning with a pirate and enjoy snacks, beverages, and a small token to take home. Ages 2-8.

4th of July Parade

Date:
Jul 04, 2018 8:45 - 10:30am
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-791-2500

Get into the patriotic spirit while watching a family pet and bike parade featuring decorated bikes, wagons, dogs, and children decked out in red, white, and blue. Afterward, stay for the community parade.

Tulip Twist Dance

Date:
Feb 03, 2018 3:30 - 4:30
Cost:
$10 per person
Phone:
303-666-7400

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.

Lake Appreciation Day

Date:
Jul 14, 2018 8am - 3pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-659-6005

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 necessary for groups of five or more by phone.

9th Annual Jodi’s Race for Awareness

Date:
Jun 09, 2018 7 - 10:30am
Cost:
$40 adults, $30 survivors, seniors 60 and up, and children age 12 and under. Groups of 4 or more receive 10% discount. $10 furry friends
Phone:
720-971-9436

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.

Fall Craft Show

Date:
Oct 13, 2018 to Oct 14, 2018
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-791-2500

Visit a two-day craft show featuring over 100 exhibitors of handcrafted gifts.

Fairy Pizza Party

Date:
Apr 08, 2019
Cost:
Free to attend
Phone:
3033211511

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.

Parenting Safe Children Workshop

Date:
Apr 07, 2018 1 - 5pm
Cost:
$10-$50
Phone:
303-360-6600

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,…

Hero Awards Luncheon

Date:
Apr 26, 2018 11am - 1pm
Cost:
$45 general admission, $30 for people who work directly with youth (case workers)
Phone:
720-420-9780

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.

Rocky Mountain Stamp Show

Date:
May 24, 2018 to May 27, 2018
Cost:
$2 per day, $5 for 3-day pass. Free for youth when accompanied by adult
Phone:

See displays, meet dealers, and participate in a free collection evaluation service and youth stamp camp.

Boulder County Kids Sale

Date:
Oct 07, 2017 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-494-7748

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."

Fittest Gym Challenge Family Obstacle Course

Date:
Oct 07, 2018 9am - 4pm
Cost:
See website for details and discounts
Phone:
303-791-0430

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.

Maize in the City

Date:
Sep 29, 2017 to Oct 31, 2017
Cost:
Phone:

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…

Colorado Remembers

Date:
May 25, 2019 8am - 1pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-248-3990

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.

Adam’s Camp Hoops for Hope

Date:
Mar 18, 2018 1 - 4pm
Cost:
$8 in advance (available online or at Adam’s Camp, Partners in Pediatrics offices, or Peak Athletics), $25 for 4-pack, $10 at the door, free age 3 and under
Phone:
303-563-8290

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.

PeaceJam Rocky Mountain Youth Leadership Conference

Date:
Mar 16, 2019 to Mar 17, 2019
Cost:
$50 and up
Phone:
303-455-2099

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.

Family Play Festival

Date:
Oct 07, 2017 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-441-3100

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.

Ullrgrass Music Festival

Date:
Jan 26, 2018 to Jan 28, 2018
Schedule:
Friday, 3-8pm, Saturday, 11am-8pm, Sunday, 11-5pm
Cost:
Tickets are on sale now at www. UllrGrass.com (Age 12 and under are free)
Phone:
847-409-7619

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…

Parker Christmas Carriage Parade

Date:
Dec 09, 2017 10:30 AM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-805-3253

Celebrate the holiday season with a variety of activities: sculpting, a petting zoo, pony rides and pictures with Mr. and Mrs. Claus.

Dance is for Every Body! Showcases

Date:
Nov 03, 2018 to Nov 04, 2018
Schedule:
Nov. 3, 11am-5pm, Nov. 4, 1-5pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-441-4391

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.

bRUNch Run 5K/10K

Date:
Oct 14, 2018 8am - noon
Cost:
$15-$55
Phone:
303-413-7200

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.

Erie Town Fair and Balloon Festival

Date:
May 17, 2019 to May 19, 2019
Schedule:
Balloon launches are 6:30am May 17 and 19. The Fair runs all three days, opening at 10am
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-828-3440

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.

Tea Tours

Date:
Nov 28, 2017 to Dec 31, 2018
Schedule:
Mon-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 11am-3pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-581-1202

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.

Snowcats Cat Convention

Date:
Dec 08, 2018 to Dec 09, 2018
Cost:
$15 and up
Phone:
303-975-6120

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.

Rockin’ on the River 5K

Date:
Apr 07, 2019 9am - noon
Cost:
$20 age 15 and up, $10 age 14 and under
Phone:
303-797-8565

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.

Bright Ideas

Date:
Mar 05, 2018 6:30pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
720-887-2371

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.

PorchFest

Date:
Sep 16, 2018 12:30 - 4:15pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-443-9952

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.

BolderBoulder

Date:
May 27, 2019 6am - 12:30pm
Cost:
$43-$103
Phone:
303-444-7223

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.

Ridgefest

Date:
Sep 08, 2018 3 - 9pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:

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.

Chinese New Year Celebrations

Date:
Feb 01, 2018 to Feb 19, 2018
Schedule:
Age 12 and under
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-688-4495

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…

Munchkin Market of Woodland Park

Date:
Oct 04, 2018 to Oct 06, 2018
Schedule:
Hours vary by date
Cost:
Free admission
Phone:
719-687-9444

Attend the semi-annual sale with items including clothing, baby gear, toys, and bedding.

Screen Free Week

Date:
Apr 30, 2018 to May 06, 2018
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-665-0469

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.

Hop, Skip and a Jump Start

Date:
Sep 17, 2017 7:30 AM
Cost:
Phone:
303-561-0104

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.

Colorado Fall Home Show

Date:
Sep 07, 2018 to Sep 09, 2018
Cost:
Visit website for pricing details
Phone:
303-623-7876

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.

Lakewood Kids Clothing Swap

Date:
Nov 12, 2017 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Cost:
Phone:
303-987-5400

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…

$3 Pool Admission

Date:
May 26, 2018 to Jun 02, 2018
Schedule:
Deer Creek Pool & Weaver Hollow Pool: May 26: 10:30am-5pm; 6th Avenue West Pool & Columbine West Pool: June 2, 11am-5pm
Cost:
$3
Phone:
303-409-2333

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.

Highlands Ranch Veterans Day Celebration

Date:
Nov 11, 2018 11am - noon
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-791-7323

Honor the service of America’s veterans during the Highlands Ranch Veterans Day Celebration featuring a keynote speaker, color guard, and patriotic music.

Touch-a-Truck

Date:
Jul 21, 2018 9am - 1pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-791-2500

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.

Miner’s Blast

Date:
Oct 07, 2017 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Cost:
Phone:
303-828-3440

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.

Día del Niño (Day of the Child)

Date:
Apr 29, 2018 10am - 5pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
720-913-0130

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.

Rise Up Against Addiction

Date:
Jul 21, 2018 8am
Cost:
Visit the website for registration pricing information
Phone:
720-913-1311

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.

Oktoberfest

Date:
Sep 30, 2017 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-688-7488

Enjoy beer and food vendors, bounce houses, and more. All ages.

17th Annual Stuff for Students – School Supply Drive

Date:
Aug 01, 2018 to Aug 29, 2018
Cost:
Donated items.
Phone:
303-232-2200

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…

Snow Ball

Date:
Feb 10, 2018 6:30pm - 9pm
Cost:
$25 adult, $20 first child, $10 additional child
Phone:
303-466-5685

Enjoy an evening of dancing, games, desserts, and a hot cocoa bar with a special someone.

Happy City: Art for the People

Date:
May 18, 2018 to Jun 30, 2018
Cost:
Free
Phone:

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.

Destination Venture

Date:
Dec 15, 2018 to Dec 16, 2018
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-742-1520

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.

Winter Writer’s Nonfiction Writing Class

Date:
Jan 27, 2018 9:30am - 12:30pm
Cost:
$35 for adults and $7 for students (21 and under). WMMI members receive $5 off adult fee,
Phone:
719-488-0880

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…

Beyond Giftedness Conference XXVI

Date:
Feb 22, 2019 8am - 4pm
Cost:
$50 and up
Phone:
973-975-9626

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.

Car Show Street Party & Concert

Date:
Jun 15, 2018 6 - 9pm
Cost:
Free admission
Phone:
303-814-7444

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.

Grill & Chill

Date:
Jul 11, 2018 to Aug 29, 2018
Schedule:
Every Wed
Cost:
$10
Phone:
303-315-9444

Enjoy a delicious and affordable grilled summer lunch and the opportunity to connect with the surrounding community over lawn games and music.

Tulip Fairy and Elf Festival

Date:
Apr 08, 2018 1 - 5pm
Schedule:
Rain date: April 15
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-449-3774

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.

Healthy Baby Summit

Date:
May 13, 2019 8:30am - 4pm
Cost:
$75 for new and expecting parents ($65 each if you come with a friend). $90 for pre- and post-natal professionals
Phone:
720-507-0903

Attend an event for expecting and new parents to get insights into some of the latest research, tips, and discussions that address some of motherhood’s hottest topics. Keynote speaker is Kimberly Seals Allers, journalist, author, speaker and advocate for maternal and infant health.

2019 Denver Preschool Showcase

Date:
Jan 12, 2019 9am - noon
Cost:
Free
Phone:
720-287-5055 ext. 180

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.

Drop Into Art

Date:
Jul 10, 2018 Noon - 1pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-987-7800

Learn and play together at this community art event on the plaza.

Pump for Preemies Milk Drive

Date:
Dec 04, 2018 9am - 6pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
720-507-0903

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.

Miner’s Blast

Date:
Oct 06, 2018 11am - 5pm
Cost:
$10 per child for all activities, free under age 3 and adults
Phone:
303-828-3440

Sling the flying gourd, visit the children’s archery range, enjoy a hayride, and explore trucks. Visitors receive a complimentary pumpkin.

Rocky Mountain Air and Ground Festival

Date:
Aug 04, 2018 9am - 4pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-271-4850

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.

The Super Run 5K-Denver

Date:
Aug 26, 2017 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Cost:
Phone:
856-777-8737

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.

Broomfield Days Community Festival

Date:
Sep 15, 2017 to Sep 16, 2017
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-460-6912

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.

Aurora Veterans Salute

Date:
Nov 07, 2018 9:30am - 1:30pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-739-7170

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.

Breck Pride

Date:
Apr 03, 2019 to Apr 07, 2019
Cost:
Free
Phone:
877-864-0868

Attend daily après parties, on-mountain guided tours, spring beer festival, and LGBT celebrations all week long.

St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Date:
Mar 16, 2019 9:30am
Schedule:
The parade can be viewed from any point on the parade route. Visit the website for route information
Cost:
Free
Phone:

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.

The Servant of Two Masters

Date:
Oct 19, 2017 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Cost:
Phone:
303-492-8008

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.

Literature of the Land Book Club

Date:
Dec 06, 2017 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Cost:
$5
Phone:

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…

Comeback Trail 5K Run/Walk

Date:
May 06, 2018
Schedule:
8am check-in, 9am opening ceremony
Cost:
Free registration but donations are encouraged
Phone:
1-800-STROKES (787-6537)

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…

G’Knight Ride

Date:
Jun 16, 2018 3 - 10pm
Cost:
$28 adult, $10 ages 5-18, free under age 5, discounts for multiple children and families
Phone:
720-663-3480

Celebrate cycling with a kids’ festival, three different ride routes, an expo pavilion, food, and music, presented by Bicycle Longmont.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Marade

Date:
Jan 21, 2019 9:30am
Cost:
Free
Phone:
800-233-6837

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.

Summer Friends Book Sale

Date:
Aug 18, 2018 to Aug 25, 2018
Schedule:
During library hours
Cost:
Free admission. $2-$3 for adult books; $1 or less for children's books
Phone:
303-665-5200

Shop a library sale of fiction and nonfiction books for adults and children, sponsored by The Friends of the Lafayette Library.

Colorado Garden & Home Show

Date:
Feb 09, 2019 to Feb 17, 2019
Schedule:
Hours vary by date
Cost:
$12 adults, $10 seniors. 2-for-1 pricing is available on certain days
Phone:
303-623-7876

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.

Movie in the Grove

Date:
Aug 19, 2017 5:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
720-497-7650

Enjoy popcorn and treats while watching a classic movie with accompaniment by Hank Troy. All ages.

Low Sensory Morning

Date:
Oct 14, 2018 8:30 - 10am
Cost:
Visit website for cost
Phone:
303-561-4450

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…

Aurora Mama Summit

Date:
May 07, 2018 3:30 - 5:30pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-547-6539

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.

Couture for Confidence

Date:
Oct 21, 2017 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Cost:
Phone:

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…

Anderson Ranch Arts Center Holiday Open House

Date:
Dec 18, 2018 4:30 - 7pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
970-923-3181

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.

Cross Pollinations

Date:
Mar 09, 2018 8 - 10pm
Cost:
$14 members, $16 nonmembers in advance or $18 at the door
Phone:

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.

The Women’s Foundation of Colorado Annual Luncheon

Date:
Oct 10, 2018
Cost:
Visit website for ticket information
Phone:
303-285-2967

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.

Colder Boulder

Date:
Dec 01, 2018 7:50am
Cost:
$55
Phone:
303-444-7223

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.

Alphabet Rockers Workshop for Adults

Date:
Mar 10, 2018 9 - 10:30am
Cost:
Admission is free but a $10 donation is welcome
Phone:
720-990-6743

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…

The Prego Expo Denver

Date:
Jun 03, 2018 11:30am - 4pm
Cost:
$15 online, $18 at the door, $65 VIP online (limited quantity)
Phone:
407-960-2933

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.

Sunday Pool Party

Date:
Jun 03, 2018 Noon - 3pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-399-2660

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.

Dancing in the Starlight

Date:
Nov 17, 2017 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-791-7323

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.

Lakewood’s Rockin’ Block Party

Date:
Jun 09, 2018 5 - 11pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-987-7800

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.

14th Annual Doors Open Denver

Date:
Sep 22, 2018 to Sep 23, 2018
Cost:
Free, $10 for Insider Tours
Phone:

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.

Maize in the City

Date:
Sep 28, 2018 to Oct 21, 2018
Schedule:
Times vary by date
Cost:
Free-$20
Phone:
720-408-0006

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.

Make-A-Wish Colorado Bingo Night

Date:
Apr 13, 2019 5:30 - 9pm
Cost:
$7 suggested donation/bingo card
Phone:
719-337-8890

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.

Kids Wonder Grand Opening

Date:
Feb 09, 2019 Noon - 5pm
Cost:
$5
Phone:
303-835-0709

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.

Boots & Brews

Date:
Jul 28, 2018
Schedule:
Takes place after the parade and will end at 4pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-814-7444

Enjoy a country-style street party and festival following the parade. Takes place at Festival Park.

The Goddard School Book Drive

Date:
Sep 01, 2017 to Sep 30, 2017
Cost:
FREE
Phone:

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.

Free Children’s Clothing Swap

Date:
Mar 09, 2018 to Mar 10, 2018
Schedule:
Drop off outgrown clothes at Heritage UMC Fri, March 9 between 5-7pm. Return to select “new” clothing to meet your needs on Sat, March 10 from 9-10:30am
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-979-8374

Exchange clean, gently-used children's clothing for donated clothing from other families.

First Bite Boulder

Date:
Nov 09, 2018 to Nov 17, 2018
Schedule:
See website for participating restaurants and locations
Cost:
$19 and $34 menu options
Phone:
303-449-3774

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.

Young Stewards Family Fun and Gardening

Date:
Jun 16, 2018 9am - noon
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-715-1010

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.

Science Fair Fun – launch party

Date:
Nov 09, 2017 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Cost:
Phone:
303-996-2747

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.

Civic Center Eats

Date:
May 01, 2018 to Oct 04, 2018
Schedule:
Most Tue, Wed, Thu, 11am-2pm
Cost:
Free admission
Phone:
800-233-6837

Head to the heart of downtown for lunch, choosing from a variety of food trucks. Enjoy live music and giveaways too.

Boulder Creek Hometown Festival

Date:
Sep 01, 2018 to Sep 03, 2018
Schedule:
Sat-Sun 10am-8pm, Mon 10am-5pm
Cost:
Free; fees for some attractions
Phone:
303-449-3137

Celebrate the end of summer with arts and crafts exhibitors, live performances, carnival rides, and the Great Zucchini Race.

The Pearl Street Stampede

Date:
Nov 09, 2018 7pm
Schedule:
Also on Nov. 16, 7pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-441-3700

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.

Adams County Fair

Date:
Aug 01, 2018 to Aug 05, 2018
Cost:
Kids free on Aug 3; cost for events and activities vary - visit website for schedule and pricing
Phone:
303-637-8000

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.

Doggie Olympics

Date:
Sep 16, 2018 9am
Cost:
Visit the website for pricing and participation levels
Phone:

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.

Big Screen Favorites

Date:
Jan 26, 2018 7pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
720-887-2371

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.

Street Faire

Date:
Jun 08, 2018 to Aug 10, 2018
Schedule:
Most Fri, 5-10pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-335-4581

Enjoy live music alongside food and drink, children’s activities, and more in downtown Louisville.

Just Between Friends Consignment Sale

Date:
Mar 14, 2019 to Mar 17, 2019
Schedule:
Hours vary by date
Cost:
$2-$20 depending on date and time slot
Phone:
303-795-4955

Shop for clothes, toys, and gear from pregnancy through childhood at greatly reduced prices.

Starlight Market – A Holiday Pop-up Shop for Families

Date:
Nov 11, 2017 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-974-7487

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…

Kids Consignment Sale by MOMS

Date:
Mar 09, 2019 10am - 2pm
Cost:
Free admission
Phone:
720-733-6900

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).

Global Fest

Date:
Aug 18, 2018 11am - 6pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-739-7160

Celebrate culture and community with a Parade of Nations, fashion show, vendors, and globally-inspired food venders.

The Lemon Climb Denver

Date:
May 12, 2018 8:30am
Cost:
$25 to register
Phone:
866-333-1213

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.

Cars and Coffee

Date:
Mar 31, 2018 to Dec 31, 2018
Schedule:
Last Sat of the month, 9am-noon
Cost:
Free
Phone:

Enjoy delicious donuts, coffee, and 250-plus classic and exotic cars.

Spring Pottery Sale

Date:
May 04, 2018 to May 05, 2018
Schedule:
May 4, 9am-7pm; May 5, 8am-5pm
Cost:
Entry is free
Phone:
303-409-2612

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.

Rodeo All-Star

Date:
Apr 12, 2019 to Apr 13, 2019
Schedule:
Schedule varies depending on event
Cost:
$25 and up
Phone:
866-464-2626

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.

Kids Consignment Sale by MOMS

Date:
Aug 12, 2017 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Cost:
Phone:

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.

Howl-O-Ween Trick-or-Treat

Date:
Oct 21, 2017 to Oct 22, 2017
Cost:
Phone:

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.

Independence Day Celebration

Date:
Jul 04, 2018 to Jul 08, 2018
Cost:
Visit website for pricing details
Phone:
970-453-2913

Kick off the party with a 10K trail run, followed by the Firecracker 50 mountain bike race and the Main Street parade. Family activities, live music, a performance by the National Repertory Orchestra, and a fireworks display close out the night. Don’t miss Breckenridge Creative Arts’ Street Arts Festival, which celebrates street, pavement and graffiti…

Spring Pottery Sale

Date:
May 03, 2019 to May 04, 2019
Schedule:
May 3, 9am-7pm; May 4, 8am-5pm
Cost:
Entry is free
Phone:
303-409-2612

Find one-of-a-kind Mother’s Day gifts, wedding gifts, and items for your own home.

Tiny House Living Festival

Date:
Aug 11, 2017 to Aug 13, 2017
Cost:
Phone:
303-794-0640

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.

Daddy-Daughter Snow Ball

Date:
Jan 26, 2019 6:30 - 9pm
Cost:
$25 adult, $20 first child, $10 additional child
Phone:
303-466-5685

Make special memories while enjoying an evening of dancing and games at this event hosted by the Colorado Conservatory of Dance.

Happy Baby Hour

Date:
Jun 08, 2018 4:30 - 6:30pm
Cost:
$18 per family
Phone:
303-399-2660

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.

Munchkin Market Semi-Annual Consignment Sale

Date:
Apr 26, 2018 to Apr 28, 2018
Cost:
Free
Phone:
719-748-1068

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.

Holiday Tree Lighting

Date:
Dec 05, 2017 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-739-6706

Enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes of the holiday season. Featuring seasonal treats, live music and a spectacular outdoor lights display.

Volunteer Fair

Date:
Apr 09, 2019 5 - 7pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-791-2500

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.

Día de los Muertos Celebration

Date:
Nov 03, 2018 9am - 5pm
Cost:
Free admission
Phone:
720-865-3500

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.

YouthBiz Marketplace

Date:
Dec 02, 2017 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-321-2265

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.

Stress and Anxiety Symposium

Date:
Jan 26, 2019 to Jan 27, 2019
Schedule:
Jan. 26, 9am-4pm (registration starts at 8am); Jan. 27, noon-4pm (registration starts at 11am)
Cost:
$50-$60. Scholarship tickets available
Phone:
303-880-6030

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.

1840s Rendezvous & Spanish Colonial Art Market

Date:
Sep 15, 2018 to Sep 16, 2018
Cost:
$5 for adults, free age 12 and under
Phone:
303-839-1671

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.

Rocky Mountain Train Show

Date:
Mar 03, 2018 to Mar 04, 2018
Schedule:
Sat, 10am-5pm; Sun, 10am-4pm
Cost:
$10 adults and kids age 12 and up; free age 11 and under, Scouts in uniform, and active duty military with ID
Phone:
303-292-6278

Explore 2-1/2 acres of trains with displays, demonstrations, sales, and clinics. Admission is good for both days.

Meet Disney Jr. Princesses

Date:
Mar 25, 2019
Cost:
Free to attend
Phone:
303-321-1511

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.

Denver Daughter Dance

Date:
May 12, 2018 6pm
Cost:
$50 for daddy and first daughter, $15 for each additional daughter
Phone:
303-507-9904

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. ​

Easter Mini Photo Sessions

Date:
Apr 13, 2019
Schedule:
Call or visit website for appointment time
Cost:
$75
Phone:
303-825-1974

Be part of a mini-session event with Larry the Bunny and Baby Chicks.

Fall Festival

Date:
Oct 28, 2018 3:30 - 5:30pm
Cost:
$7 residents, $9 nonresidents
Phone:
303-665-0469

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.

Just Between Friends Douglas County

Date:
Sep 20, 2017 to Sep 24, 2017
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
720-255-1523

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…

Princess Week at the Outlets at Castle Rock

Date:
Mar 19, 2018 to Mar 24, 2018
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-688-4495

Attend a variety of princess-themed events including a Royal Scavenger hunt through March 24 and a Princess Tea Party on March 24. Visit the website for details.

Easter Bunny Visits

Date:
Apr 13, 2019 to Apr 20, 2019
Schedule:
April 13 and 20
Cost:
Free
Phone:

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.

6th Annual Taste of Highlands

Date:
Sep 13, 2018 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost:
$40 and $60
Phone:

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.

La Fiesta World Party

Date:
Sep 09, 2017 7:30 PM
Cost:
Phone:

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.

Real-life Leprechaun and Princess Merida

Date:
Mar 17, 2019
Cost:
Free to attend
Phone:
303-321-1511

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.

Strolling Thunder

Date:
May 08, 2018
Schedule:
9:30am-1:30pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-507-0893

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.

Ralston House 5K Endurance Challenge

Date:
Aug 04, 2018 10am
Cost:
Visit website for registration specifics
Phone:
720-898-6754

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.

YouthBiz Spring Marketplace

Date:
Apr 28, 2018 10am - 2pm
Cost:
Free admission
Phone:
303-321-2265

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.

Dogs & Donuts

Date:
Sep 08, 2018 8 - 10am
Cost:
Free
Phone:

Enjoy complimentary coffee, donuts, and Santiago's breakfast burritos along with with four-legged friends on the High Line Canal.

Family Volunteering: Young Stewards Gardening Project

Date:
Jun 16, 2018 9am - noon
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-715-1010

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…

Just Between Friends All Season Consignment Sale

Date:
Aug 23, 2018 to Aug 26, 2018
Schedule:
Aug. 23-25, 9am-7pm; Aug. 26, 9am-2pm
Cost:
Free admission
Phone:
303-506-1643

Shop the largest children’s consignment sale in Colorado. Items sell for 50 percent off on Aug. 25; 75 percent off on Aug. 26.

Bumps & Babies Community Baby Shower

Date:
Sep 09, 2017 to Sep 10, 2016
Cost:
Phone:
720-255-1523

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.

Boulder Creek Festival Kids’ Place

Date:
May 26, 2018 to May 28, 2018
Schedule:
Sat-Sun, 10am-7pm; Mon, 11am-5pm, during Boulder Creek Festival hours
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-442-4557

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.

2019 Fire on ICE Evolution Tour

Date:
Feb 01, 2019 6 - 10pm
Cost:
$5 preshow Pit Pass, $9-$29 show
Phone:
970-619-4100

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.

Denver and Intermountain Interurban CAR NO. 25 Open House

Date:
Aug 05, 2017 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-987-7850

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.

Parker Days Festival

Date:
Jun 07, 2018 to Jun 10, 2018
Cost:
Free admission; $45 and up for Trace Adkins concert
Phone:
303- 841-4268

Enjoy a weekend of entertainment including a parade, farmers' market, and concerts including country music artist Trace Adkins.

Grandmother’s House Boutique

Date:
Nov 06, 2018 to Nov 10, 2018
Schedule:
Tue-Fri, 9:30am-5pm; Sat, 9:30am-4pm
Cost:
$5 admission which is good for all five days. Free age 12 and under
Phone:
303-690-4722

Shop at this artisans’ boutique event, featuring juried artisans and crafters selling one-of-a-kind jewelry, gourmet food gifts, and more.

World War I National Speaker Presentations – Patricia Limerick, Colorado State Historian

Date:
Mar 10, 2018 7:30pm
Cost:
$15
Phone:
720-898-7200

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…

PEN’s Colorado Gives Day Celebration

Date:
Dec 04, 2018 6 - 8:30pm
Cost:
$25 for barbeque buffet meal; free entry if not eating. Cash bar available for drinks
Phone:
608-770-1342

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.

Family Night at the Bindery

Date:
Feb 04, 2018 to Mar 25, 2018
Schedule:
Sun, 4-9pm
Cost:
Free under age 10
Phone:
303-933-2364

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…

Denver County Fair

Date:
Jul 13, 2018 to Jul 15, 2018
Cost:
Basic Tickets starting at Adults (12+): $10, Kids (3-11): $3. Some events will require more tickets
Phone:
303-297-1166

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…

Art Night Out

Date:
May 11, 2018 to Sep 14, 2018
Schedule:
Second Fri of the month, 5-9pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-665-5588

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.

Longmont Museum Holiday Festival

Date:
Dec 15, 2018 to Dec 16, 2018
Schedule:
Dec. 15-16. Sat, 7pm concert only; Sun, 3pm Santa reception and 4pm concert
Cost:
$20 general admission, $15 students/seniors, $12 museum members
Phone:
303-651-8374

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.

Classic Rock Cruise-In Car Show

Date:
Jun 16, 2018 10am - 3pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-814-7444

Attend the 10th 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 to bring guests to the show.

Fall Home Show

Date:
Sep 08, 2017 to Sep 10, 2017
Cost:
Phone:
303-623-7876

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.

Fort Collins Comic Con

Date:
Aug 25, 2017 to Aug 26, 2017
Cost:
$20 age 13 and up, $10 ages 6-12, free age 5 and under
Phone:
970-221-6256

Get together with thousands of geeks, pop-culture enthusiasts, gamers, writers, cosplayers and artists.

Book Launch Event

Date:
Oct 15, 2017 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:

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…

Get Growing Garden Program

Date:
Sep 07, 2017 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Cost:
Phone:
303-604-2424

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.

VeloSwap

Date:
Nov 03, 2018 9am - 4pm
Cost:
$8-$10
Phone:
303-297-1166

Snap up deals from hundreds of vendors selling bikes, parts, clothing, and accessories.

’80s/’90s Dance

Date:
Feb 09, 2019 7 - 11pm
Cost:
$25 in advance, $35 at the door
Phone:
303-360-5360

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.

Crush Turns 4 Party

Date:
Mar 09, 2019 11am - 9pm
Cost:
Free for activities. Food and drink available for purchase
Phone:
720-619-3337

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.

Erie Air Fair

Date:
Aug 12, 2017 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-926-2700

Discover aircraft displays, model demonstrations, children’s Adventure Zone, and more.

Boulder Mountain Handmade

Date:
Nov 11, 2017 to Nov 12, 2017
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-442-5003

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…

Car Seat Safety Event by MOMS

Date:
Aug 12, 2017 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-791-7323

Meet one-on-one with a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician to ensure that your child is safe. Parents or caretakers.

Superkids Expo

Date:
Apr 27, 2019 10am - 3pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:

Explore summer offerings plus Battle of Superheroes, pony rides, bouncy castle, rock climbing wall, and camp giveaways.

Earth Day Clean-Up

Date:
Apr 21, 2019 Noon - 2
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-658-2796

Help beautify Standley Lake with trash collection, invasive weed mitigation, and other outdoor tasks. Reservations required.

Blindfold Bootcamp

Date:
Jun 09, 2018 to Jun 10, 2018
Schedule:
8am on Friday, Saturday and Sunday mornings in Adventure Village during the GoPro Mountain Games in Vail.
Cost:
Free
Phone:

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,…

BoCo High School Fair

Date:
Oct 04, 2017 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-527-4931

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.

Aspen Academy AEI Student Entrepreneurial Expo

Date:
Jan 25, 2019 9:30 - 11:30am
Cost:
Free admission
Phone:
303-364-3500

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.

Denver Greek Festival

Date:
Jun 15, 2018 to Jun 17, 2018
Schedule:
June 15-16, 11am-11pm; June 17, 11am-6pm
Cost:
$5 admission
Phone:

Join in the 53rd annual event that celebrates traditional Greek food, music, dance, and culture.

Boulder County Kids Sale

Date:
Apr 21, 2018 10am - 1pm
Cost:
$1 admission.
Phone:
303-494-7748

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.

Sesame Street F is for Friends

Date:
Apr 14, 2018 11am - 4pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-973-5300

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…

Holiday Celebration

Date:
Dec 02, 2017 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-791-0430

Celebrate the holidays at the Highlands Ranch Mansion. Enjoy reindeer games, live entertainment, school choir performances, and more.

Día del Niño

Date:
Apr 28, 2018 11am - 5pm
Cost:
$1
Phone:
303-443-2122

Participate in a family-friendly day of traditional Latino festivities, including art-making, live dance, and musical performances.

Ballet in the Park

Date:
Jun 02, 2018 7 - 8pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-443-0028

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.

Hop Into Spring

Date:
Apr 13, 2019 11:30am - 1:30pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:

Enjoy free Easter photos, music, dancing, games, face painting, balloons, a crafted Easter egg activity, and giveaways.

Denver Travel & Adventure Show

Date:
Mar 24, 2018 to Mar 25, 2018
Schedule:
Hours vary by date
Cost:
$11 age 17 and up for single-day ticket, $18 for two-day ticket, free age 16 and under
Phone:
303-623-7876

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.

Just Between Friends Loveland Consignment Sale

Date:
Nov 02, 2017 to Nov 07, 2017
Cost:
Phone:
970-663-1916

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…

Longmont Lights

Date:
Dec 07, 2018 to Dec 08, 2018
Schedule:
Dec. 7-8. Fri, 5-8pm; Sat, 10am-9pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-776-6050

Enjoy sparkling lights, and special activities including live reindeer, an ice show, skating, Santa Claus, hot cocoa, and fireworks.

Longmont Oktoberfest

Date:
Oct 05, 2018 to Oct 06, 2018
Schedule:
Fri, 5-10pm; Sat, noon-9pm
Cost:
$15 adult, $5 ages 5-12, free under age 5
Phone:

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.

Kids Consignment Sale by MOMS

Date:
Aug 18, 2018 10am - 2pm
Cost:
Admission is $2
Phone:
720-733-6900

Attend the sale hosted by Mothers of Multiples Society. Shop clothing and items for babies and kids at 50-90 percent off retail.

Peace Day Celebration

Date:
Apr 27, 2019 11am - 3pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-865-5632

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.

Belmar Boo

Date:
Oct 27, 2018 11am - 1pm
Cost:
Free. $5 donation for The Animal Tranquility Project at Foothills Animal Shelter is appreciated
Phone:
303-742-1501

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.

Denver Daughters Dance

Date:
May 11, 2019 6 - 8pm
Cost:
$55 for parent and first daughter, $15 additional daughters
Phone:
303-507-9904

Enjoy an evening of dancing, desserts, and Disney princesses for daughters and their escorts, be they a parent, grandparent, aunt, or uncle.

Petite Parade & Alley Party

Date:
Mar 03, 2019 11am
Cost:
Individuals and families can enter the parade for free. Denver businesses can register a float for $50
Phone:

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…

Kicker Arenacross

Date:
Jan 04, 2019 to Jan 05, 2019
Cost:
$19-$34
Phone:
877-544-8499

Be there for the nation’s top indoor motorcycle race series featuring some of the nation’s top professional and amateur arenacross competitors.

Daddy Daughter Valentine Ball

Date:
Feb 09, 2019 6:30 - 8:30pm
Cost:
$50 for a couple
Phone:
303-409-2312

Enjoy an evening filled with dancing, games, and refreshments. Ages 3-14 and their dads, grandpas, stepdads, or uncles.

Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Highland Festival

Date:
Sep 06, 2018 to Sep 09, 2018
Schedule:
Hours vary by date
Cost:
$5 and up
Phone:
1-800-90-ESTES

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.

Colorado Ski & Snowboard Expo

Date:
Nov 10, 2017 to Nov 12, 2017
Cost:
Phone:
303-623-7876

Hours vary by date. Shop for ski and snowboard gear, learn about cross-country skiing, ski jumping and snowshoeing. Visit website for ticket prices.

Keep On Rollin’ Motivational Conference

Date:
Mar 10, 2018 9am - noon
Cost:
For a limited time get 20 percent off your tickets with the code word: FAMILYLOVE
Phone:
512-639-7920

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.

Quaker Oatmeal Festival

Date:
Jan 12, 2019 7:30am - noon
Cost:
Free admission. $8 adults, $6 seniors and age 3-12, free age 2 and under for oatmeal breakfast
Phone:
303-666-9555

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.

Denver Comic Con

Date:
Jun 15, 2018 to Jun 17, 2018
Cost:
$8.25 and up
Phone:
303-623-7876

Attend the family-friendly pop culture fan extravaganza. Activities include celebrity appearances, vendors, and the PCC KIDS’ LAB, where kids and teens can create, share, and immerse themselves in pop culture wonder.

Spring Craft Bazaar

Date:
Mar 23, 2019 9am - 5pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-791-2500

Shop from over 125 commercial and handcrafted vendors. This marketplace includes original art and specialty food.

2018 Coors Light PrideFest Parade

Date:
Jun 17, 2018 9:30am
Cost:
Free
Phone:

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.

Festival on Main

Date:
Aug 26, 2017 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-651-8484

Enjoy a downtown block party with street performers, music, The Amazing Race, and more. Free to attend; fees for certain activities.

Candlelight Walk

Date:
Nov 30, 2018 6pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-279-2282

Walk down Washington Avenue, candle in hand, singing holiday carols. The walk is followed by a fireworks display.

Wassail Days

Date:
Nov 30, 2018 to Dec 09, 2018
Cost:
Free
Phone:
800-424-1554

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.

Downtown Boulder Fall Fest

Date:
Sep 15, 2017 to Sep 17, 2017
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-449-3774

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.

LoHi Bazaar BBQ

Date:
Jul 06, 2018 to Jul 08, 2018
Schedule:
Hours vary by date
Cost:
Free
Phone:
720-287-4493

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.

Saturdays with Santa in Arvada’s Olde Town Square

Date:
Dec 02, 2017 to Dec 16, 2017
Schedule:
Dec. 2, 9 and 16, noon to 3 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
720-898-3380

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.

Longmont Pride Festival

Date:
Jun 23, 2018 2 - 6pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-499-5777

Discover a variety of community activities, vendors, LGBTQ pride merchandise, and more, sponsored by Out Boulder County. Located on 4th St. between Main and Emery St.

Denver National College Fair

Date:
Sep 24, 2017 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:

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.

Eye to Eye’s Learn Different Day

Date:
Mar 03, 2019 1 - 3pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
212-537-4429

Go to a fun-filled afternoon of art, mentorship, and community for students with learning differences like dyslexia and ADHD and their allies.

Monster Jam: Triple Threat Series

Date:
Feb 09, 2018 to Feb 11, 2018
Cost:
$15-$50
Phone:
303-405-1100

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.

Commitment Day 5K Run/Walk

Date:
Jan 01, 2018 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Cost:
Phone:
720-842-0800

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…

Stupid Cupid Valentine Bazaar

Date:
Feb 02, 2019 10am - 4pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-601-1988

Shop for gifts for the loved one in your life made by local vendors and artists. Enjoy face-painting and free cookie-decorating.

Easter Bunny Breakfast

Date:
Apr 20, 2019 8:30 - 10am
Cost:
$5
Phone:
303-688-4495

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.

YWCA Dash and Bash

Date:
Sep 30, 2018 8am - 2pm
Cost:
Free to register; $50 or more suggested fundraising goal or donation
Phone:
303-443-0419

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.

Picnic-N-Planes

Date:
May 30, 2019 10am - 1:30pm
Cost:
Admission to the grounds only for this event is $5 per vehicle. Regular museum admission applies for those interested in touring the museum afterwards
Phone:
719-488-0880

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.

Lafayette Oatmeal Festival

Date:
Jan 13, 2018 7:30am - 12pm
Schedule:
5K run starts 9:30am
Cost:
$8 adult breakfast $6 ages 3-12 and seniors breakfast free under age 2 breakfast $20 adult race $15 age 2-12 and seniors race
Phone:
303-666-9555

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.

Winter’s Glow

Date:
Feb 07, 2018 6 - 8pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-797-1779

Experience fire dancers, ice sculptures, inflatable sculptures, and interactive light display, s'mores, and hot chocolate.

Goldfish Swim School Grand Opening

Date:
Sep 16, 2017 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-757-SWIM

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.

Littleton Twilight Criterium

Date:
Aug 04, 2018 3pm - 10pm
Cost:
Some activities are free and some require registration. Visit website for details
Phone:

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.

MLK Jr. Tribute

Date:
Jan 15, 2019 7:30pm
Cost:
Free. Tickets are required for admission but do not guarantee a seat. Tickets are available two weeks prior to the event at the Colorado Symphony Box Office
Phone:
303-623-7876

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.

Family Night at the Pool

Date:
Jul 13, 2018 5:30 - 8pm
Cost:
$4 youth/senior, $4.50 adult, $12 family of 4 (each additional family member is $2, up to 3 allowed). Free for SilverSneakers and Senior All-Access members
Phone:
303-987-7800

Play at the pool late with games and an inflatable obstacle course.

Growing Gardens Plant Sale

Date:
May 06, 2018 to May 20, 2018
Schedule:
May 5-6, 12,-13, 19-20; 8am-4pm
Cost:
Free admission; cost varies for plants
Phone:
303-443-9952

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.

Recycle Your Bicycle

Date:
May 05, 2019 11am - 2pm
Schedule:
Parking lot at Shea Stadium at Redstone Park
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-791-0430

Bring an old bike and donate it to Project ReCycle.

Thanksgiving Eve Skate

Date:
Nov 21, 2018
Schedule:
Noon-3pm and 7:30-9:30pm
Cost:
$3 age 5, $5 ages 6-17, $7 adult, $6 senior, $3 skate rental per person
Phone:
303-409-2222

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.

KidX: Bestie Bash

Date:
Feb 02, 2019 1 - 3pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-344-9764

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.

South Platte Stewardship Day

Date:
Apr 20, 2019 9am - noon
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-743-9720 ext 840

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.

Computer/Electronics Recycle and Paper Shred

Date:
Sep 30, 2017 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Cost:
Phone:
303-791-2500

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.

Tree of Transformation

Date:
Jan 18, 2018 5 - 6pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:

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,…

Tree Recycling

Date:
Dec 30, 2017 to Jan 07, 2018
Schedule:
Saturday December 30th Sunday December 31st Monday January 1st (12:00 pm – 4:00 pm) Saturday January 6th Sunday January 7th
Cost:
Free
Phone:
719-488-0880

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.

EduTalks: The Art of Negotiation

Date:
Oct 10, 2017 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Cost:
Phone:
303-315-9444

Join CU South Denver for a stimulating conversation over a delicious lunch prepared by a world-class culinary team. Geared towards professionals. $55.

Teen Nerd Prom

Date:
Aug 25, 2017 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
970-221-6740

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.

Breastival

Date:
Aug 26, 2018 3 - 6pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-319-1929

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.

Monster Jam

Date:
Feb 08, 2019 to Feb 10, 2019
Schedule:
Feb. 8, 7pm; Feb. 9, 1pm and 7pm; Feb. 10, 1pm
Cost:
$15 and up. Pit Party passes also start at $15
Phone:
303-405-1100

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…

Photos and Crafts with the Easter Bunny

Date:
Apr 15, 2019
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-321-1511

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.

Staged Reading

Date:
Jun 30, 2018 5:30pm
Cost:
$10 available online
Phone:
720-865-4200

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.

Family Peace Day

Date:
Apr 28, 2018 1pm - 5pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
707-508-7257

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.

Annual Plant Sale

Date:
May 17, 2018 to May 19, 2018
Schedule:
May 17-19, 10am-7pm
Cost:
Free admission
Phone:
303-307-9332

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.

Fall Family Pumpkin Festival 2017

Date:
Oct 07, 2017 to Oct 22, 2017
Cost:
Phone:
303-690-4722

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.

Stock Show Parade

Date:
Jan 10, 2019 Noon
Cost:
Free
Phone:
720-231-5657

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…

X Games Aspen

Date:
Jan 24, 2019 to Jan 27, 2019
Schedule:
Jan. 24-27
Cost:
Most events are free to spectators. Musical performances require a ticket
Phone:
970-923-1227

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.

Denver FamilyFest

Date:
Feb 23, 2019 11am - 5pm
Cost:
$10, free for kids
Phone:
303-400-3470

Shop family-oriented products and services, enjoy kids entertainment, bouncies, fun stage presentations, interactive activities, creative stations, and prizes.

2018 Douglas County Summer Camp & Activities Fair

Date:
Apr 08, 2018 10am - 2pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
720-209-5716

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…

Vintage Market Days

Date:
Jun 29, 2018 to Jul 01, 2018
Schedule:
Fri-Sat, 10am-5pm; Sun, 10am-4pm
Cost:
$10 per day; discounts for multiple days
Phone:
303-682-6762

Shop at an upscale vintage-inspired market featuring original art, antiques, clothing, and jewelry.

Friendship Powwow and American Indian Cultural Celebration

Date:
Sep 09, 2017 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:

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."

UIAA Ice Climbing World Cup Finals & Barbegazi Winter Festival

Date:
Feb 22, 2019 to Feb 24, 2019
Schedule:
Feb. 22 5-8pm, Feb. 23 8am-8pm, Feb. 24 8am-8pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-384-0110

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.

Easter Bunny Breakfast

Date:
Mar 31, 2018 8:30 - 10am
Cost:
$5
Phone:
303-688-4495

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.

Belly Bliss Open House

Date:
Sep 15, 2017 9:00 AM - 1:00 AM
Cost:
Phone:

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.

Mothers’ Milk Bank Baby Cafe Grand Opening

Date:
May 18, 2018 10am - 1pm
Cost:
Free admission
Phone:
720-507-0903

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…

The Great Egg Scramble

Date:
Apr 13, 2019 9:30am
Cost:
Free but donations are accepted
Phone:
303-783-2680

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.

Velorama Colorado

Date:
Aug 11, 2017 to Aug 13, 2017
Cost:
Phone:
303-801-3341

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.

Fairy Tale Ball

Date:
Sep 21, 2018 6 - 8pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-791-7323

See favorite fairy tales brought to life. Costumes are encouraged. Registration is required.

Belmar YouthBiz Marketplace

Date:
Dec 08, 2018 10am - 2pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-321-2265

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.

Youth March on Denver

Date:
Apr 28, 2018 9:45am - 1pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-968-0036

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.

Make-A-Wish Colorado Walk For Wishes & 5K Run

Date:
Oct 21, 2018 8 - 11am
Cost:
Registration is $35 for adults and $25 for youth and includes a Walk For Wishes T-shirt
Phone:
303-750-9474

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.

Weather and Climate Tours

Date:
Aug 22, 2018 to May 31, 2019
Schedule:
Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm; Sat-Sun, 9am-4pm. Public tours Mon, Wed, and Fri at noon
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-497-1174

Enjoy an informative view of weather and climate at a science laboratory and explore interactive exhibits.

Arma Dei Academy Colorado Thanksgiving

Date:
Nov 17, 2017 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-346-4523

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

Ski and Snowboard Expo

Date:
Nov 16, 2018 to Nov 18, 2018
Schedule:
Nov. 16-18, hours vary by date
Cost:
Free-$15
Phone:
303-623-7876

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.

Blossoms of Light

Date:
Nov 23, 2018 to Jan 01, 2019
Cost:
Free-$16 depending on age and membership status
Phone:
720-865-3501

Experience a twinkling winter wonderland, complete with an interactive LED light and sound display. Warm drinks and tasty treats will be available for purchase.

Open Gym at the J

Date:
Dec 06, 2017 to Jan 31, 2018
Schedule:
Wed 9:30-11am
Cost:
$7 drop-in Punch cards available
Phone:
303-998-1900

Play and learn in the gym with slides, balls, yoga mats, music and more. Ages 0-5.

Doggie Splash

Date:
Sep 08, 2018
Schedule:
Small dogs: 9am-10am; all other dogs: 10am-1pm
Cost:
$7 per dog in advance, $10 per dog at the door
Phone:
303-791-2500

Let your dog enjoy a day of fun while swimming away the summer heat.

Miles for Smiles 5K and Jordyn’s Adaptive Dash

Date:
May 20, 2018 9am
Cost:
$10 and up
Phone:
303-982-6500

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…

Poolside Playdates

Date:
Aug 04, 2017 to Aug 11, 2017
Cost:
Phone:
303-399-2660

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.

Open Studios Tour

Date:
Oct 06, 2018 to Oct 21, 2018
Schedule:
Oct. 6-7, 13-14, and 20-21, noon-6pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-444-1862

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.

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