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Munchkin Masquerade

Date:
Oct 31, 2017 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-449-3774

Come dressed in costume and go trick-or-treating along Pearl Street in downtown Boulder. Age 12 and under.

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…

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.

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.

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.

Adams County Fair

Date:
Aug 02, 2017 to Aug 06, 2017
Cost:
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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Erie Town Fair and Balloon Festival

Date:
May 19, 2018 10am - 9pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-828-3440

Find more than 200 craft and food vendors, carnival games, and live entertainment. Hot air balloons are launched at 6:15 a.m. May 18-20, weather permitting, at Colorado National Golf Club, 2700 Vista Parkway, Erie.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Fort Collins Comic Con

Date:
Aug 26, 2017 to Aug 27, 2017
Cost:
Phone:
970-221-6740

Meet Disney animators, dress up in creative cosplay creations, and more. $20 age 13 and up, $10 ages 5-12, and free under 5.

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…

1st Annual Kith Babywear Walk and Family 5K

Date:
Sep 16, 2017 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Cost:
Phone:

Bring your small children in wraps or strollers, walk or run the 5K. There will be vendors and local parenting resources, goodie bags for registered participants, goodies, and a playground for the kids.$40, age 7 and under, free.

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.

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.

Olde Golden Christmas Parades

Date:
Dec 02, 2017 to Dec 16, 2017
Schedule:
Saturdays - Dec. 2, 9 & 16, starts at 10:30 AM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-279-3113

Celebrate the holidays with marching bands, classic cars and more.

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.

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.

Earth Day Celebration

Date:
Apr 21, 2018 11am - 4pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-987-7850

Get to know products, services and resources to help you find ways to better the earth. Fitness activities will be happening every hour, alongside sustainable gardening demonstrations and an electric vehicle expo. The event includes a free bike valet, climbing wall, kids crafts, interactive art, food, and a beer garden. Local musical talent includes Scott…

Lights of December Parade

Date:
Dec 02, 2017 6:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-449-3774

Watch the 30th annual holiday parade featuring community organizations, floats, high school marching bands and a special appearance from Santa Claus.

Zoo Lights at The Denver Zoo

Date:
Nov 24, 2017 to Nov 25, 2017
Cost:
Phone:
720-337-1400

Preview weekend, November 24-25. Explore 60 brilliantly-illuminated acres full of lit-up animals running, jumping or soaring where you least expect them. Prices vary depending on date.

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.

Switch on the Holidays

Date:
Nov 19, 2017 5:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-449-3774

Listen to a holiday performance by the Boulder Chorale followed by Santa counting down to the grand illumination of the Boulder County Courthouse and Pearl Street Mall. Free photos and visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus until 7 p.m. All ages.

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…

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.

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.

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…

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.

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.

Grandmother’s House Boutique

Date:
Nov 07, 2017 to Nov 11, 2017
Cost:
Phone:
303-690-4722 x 101

Hours vary by date. Shop at this artisans’ boutique event; featuring juried artisans and crafters selling one-of-a-kind jewelry, gourmet food gifts and more. $5 admission valid all five days, 12 and under are free.

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.

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…

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.

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.

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."

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Kids Consignment Sale by MOMS

Date:
Mar 10, 2018
Schedule:
The public is invited to shop from 10am-2pm. Expecting moms and moms with babies under 6 months of age can shop the New Moms Presale that begins at 9am
Cost:
Admission is $2. Visit mothersofmultiples.com for a free admission pass and to register for the New Moms Presale
Phone:
720-733-6900

Attend the sale hosted by Mothers of Multiples Society. To celebrate the sale's 25th anniversary, there will be door prizes and special prizes for the first 25 families to attend. Shop clothing and items for babies and kids at 50-90 percent off retail.

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.

Easter Mini Photo Sessions

Date:
Mar 16, 2018 to Mar 17, 2018
Cost:
$25
Phone:
303-825-1974

Be part of a mini-session event with Larry the Bunny and Baby Chicks. Includes one limited edition set, gallery of photos delivered same-day, and digital and print order deals.

Jeff and Paige Hanukkah Concert

Date:
Dec 20, 2017 4:15 PM - 5:00 AM
Cost:
Phone:
303-998-1900

Join an interactive musical celebration of Hanukkah. Jeff and Paige will use storytelling to explore Hanukkah and celebrate its many traditions. All ages. $10 per child, free under age 1. Reservations required.

Greeting Card Factory Tours

Date:
Nov 28, 2017 to May 31, 2018
Schedule:
Mon-Fri 10am, 11am, 1pm, and 2pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-530-1442

See how nearly 30 million greeting cards and envelopes per year are made on giant printing presses.

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.

The Pearl Street Stampede

Date:
Nov 10, 2017 7:00 PM
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.

Jeffco Fair & Festival

Date:
Aug 10, 2017 to Aug 13, 2017
Cost:
Phone:
303-271-6600

Immerse yourself in exhibits and demonstrations from Jefferson County’s 4-H members and Jeffco residents, enjoy live entertainment, one of Colorado’s largest professional rodeos and more.

The Great Pumpkin Haul

Date:
Oct 28, 2017 8:00 AM
Cost:
Phone:

Pick out a pumpkin from the patch and "haul" it through a 2-mile cross country course with fun obstacles to get over, under and through. Start the day in a free Pumpkin Bootcamp by Orange Theory Fitness or join the Pumpkin Yoga class late morning to warm up with exercises and stretches using your pumpkin.…

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.

Boulder Creek Hometown Festival

Date:
Sep 02, 2017 to Sep 04, 2017
Cost:
Phone:
303-449-3137

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

Western Welcome Week

Date:
Aug 11, 2017 to Aug 20, 2017
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-794-4870

Take your pick of more than 40 events include parades, arts and crafts fairs, music, vendors and more. Free admission.

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

Colorado Remembers

Date:
May 26, 2018 10am - 2pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-248-3990

Attend this annual event honoring Colorado military personnel and their families. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to enjoy the event.

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.

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…

St. Nick on the Bricks

Date:
Nov 24, 2017 to Dec 23, 2017
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-449-3774

Fri. Nov. 24 and Sat. through Dec. 23. Bring the kids and your camera for visits and a photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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,…

Homesteader’s Holiday

Date:
Dec 02, 2017 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Cost:
Phone:

Enjoy candle dipping in the Carriage House as well as creating ornaments in the Lone Valley School. Food concessions are available in the Hall House with proceeds benefiting the Friends of the Greeley Museums. The Stevens-Reynolds House is lavishly decorated in traditional holiday style and Selma’s Store is available for visitors to shop for unique…

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.

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…

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…

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…

Spring Craft Bazaar

Date:
Mar 24, 2018 9am - 5pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-791-2500

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

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.

1830s 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.

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.

Blossoms of Light at York Street

Date:
Nov 24, 2017 to Jan 01, 2018
Cost:
Phone:
720-865-3501

Experience a twinkling winter wonderland, complete with an interactive LED light and sound display and warm drinks and tasty treats for purchase. $15 adult, $13 adult member/senior/military, $12 ages 3-15, $11 senior member/military member, $10 child member, free for children 2 and under.

Rocky Mountain Hobby-Expo

Date:
Oct 28, 2017 to Oct 29, 2017
Cost:
Phone:

See RC, model trains, dolls, games, scrapbooking and more. $12 adults, age 11 and under, active military with ID and Scouts in uniform, free.

Rocky Mountain Air and Ground Festival

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

See the skies over RMMA filled with aerobatic acts and fly-bys, while the grounds of the airport will be filled with unique and interesting aircraft and automobiles for public viewing.

Highlands Ranch Veterans Day Celebration

Date:
Nov 11, 2017 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-791-0430

Honor the service of America’s veterans during the Highlands Ranch Veterans Day Celebration featuring a keynote speaker, color guard from the Highlands Ranch American Legion and Knights of Columbus, patriotic music from the Highlands Ranch Concert Band and more.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Denver International Festival

Date:
Aug 05, 2017 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
800-233-6837

Celebrate all of the Coloradoans from different cultures and countries at this family-friendly event. There will be music, food, art and kids' activities.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Pumpkin Poles & Goat Show

Date:
Oct 16, 2017 to Oct 31, 2017
Cost:
Phone:

Halloween begins with the creation of Pumpkin Poles by the downtown merchants. They will be on display (depending on the condition of the pumpkins) and will be located throughout downtown on Main, Alamo and Prince Streets. For more information, call 303-795-5006.

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.

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…

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.

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.

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.

Loveland Old Fashioned Corn Roast Festival

Date:
Aug 25, 2017 to Aug 26, 2017
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
970-667-3882

Enjoy a parade, corn shucking competition, corn eating contest, Cornhole Tournament and plenty of roasted and boiled non-GMO corn to eat. General attendance and all concerts are always free and open to the public.

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…

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Bohemian Nights

Date:
Aug 11, 2017 to Aug 13, 2017
Cost:
FREE
Phone:

Hours vary by date. Attend a three-day music festival featuring singer-songwriter Brandi Carlile, and other headliners.

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.

St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Date:
Mar 17, 2018 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 56th year of 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.

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.

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.

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.

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…

Winter Gift Market

Date:
Nov 09, 2017 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Cost:
Phone:
720-865-3500

Start your holiday shopping with handcrafted holiday items, bath and body products, pottery and more. Included with admission Thur; free admission on Fri-Sat.

Volunteer Fair

Date:
Apr 17, 2018 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.

5th Annual Taste of Highlands

Date:
Sep 07, 2017 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost:
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.

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.

Colder Boulder

Date:
Dec 02, 2017 7:50 AM - 9:50 AM
Cost:
Phone:
303-444-7223

Run, walk or a jog in a scenic 5K through the University of Colorado campus, finishing inside the warm Balch Field House. All ages. $35 and up. Reservations recommended for best price.

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.

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…

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.

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…

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.

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.

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.

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…

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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…

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.

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.

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. ​

Colorado Scottish Festival and Rocky Mountain Highland Games

Date:
Aug 04, 2017 to Aug 06, 2017
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
1-800-SNOWMASS

Enjoy bagpipes, highland dancers, highland athletes, clans, dogs of the British Isles, British cars, Celtic music, and a free concert. It also includes Scottish-Irish music, food and vendors all day, both days. Free admission with free parking and shuttle service.

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.

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.

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.

BolderBoulder

Date:
May 28, 2018 6am - 12:30pm
Cost:
$35-$100
Phone:
303-444-7223

Race, run, jog, or walk through the streets of Boulder, finishing in Folsom Field, for a Memorial Day Celebration. Reservations required.

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.

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.

Weather and Climate Tours

Date:
Nov 28, 2017 to May 31, 2018
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.

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.

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.

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…

Colorado Garden & Home Show

Date:
Feb 24, 2018 to Mar 04, 2018
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.

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…

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.

Stock Show Parade

Date:
Jan 04, 2018 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 and is followed by the annual National Western BBQ Lunch beginning…

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.

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.

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.

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.

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…

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.

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.

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.

Longmont Lights

Date:
Dec 08, 2017 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-651-8404

Enjoy the illumination of Roosevelt Park with fire pits, Santa’s workshop, food trucks, an ice show, and fireworks at 7:45pm.

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.

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…

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.

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.

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,…

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,…

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.

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…

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.

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.

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…

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.

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.

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.

$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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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…

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…

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."

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.

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