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.
Enjoy live music, extended business hours, happy hour food and drink deals, and s'mores.
Climb on a variety of vehicles including big rigs and fire engines.
Shop for art, crafts, jewelry, clothing, woodcraft, music, photography, toys, and Christmas décor. Explore the gourmet food area and visit with Santa Claus each day.
Enjoy live music, bounce houses, and food vendors. All ages.
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.
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.
Be part of an event that makes multiple stops starting in Downtown Longmont and ending at the Dickens Opera House. Enjoy a Family Fiesta with music, food, and arts and crafts, followed by a Gigantes Procession of giant puppets and the Catrina Ball, for drinks, food, and an exhibition of alters. Reservations are required for…
Get prepared for ski and snowboard season before the slopes open for the season. Shop ski and snowboard equipment and accessories, meet vendors, try the high ropes course, fitness challenge, a Longboard Demo Course, and a learn-to-ski dry slope for new skiers.
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.
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.
Attend the traditional parade including marching bands, floats, classic cars, and costumed characters.
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.
Browse a pottery sale and enjoy food, music, art, and activities at this annual event.
Make free s’mores using kits at the fire pits.
Help beautify Standley Lake with trash pick-up, weed pulling, or other outdoor tasks. All ages welcome but children must be accompanied by an adult.
Be part of the largest family fest supporting breastfeeding in Denver. It will be a day of activities, vendors, food trucks, and celebrations of babies and families.
Enjoy activities for the entire family, including music, a dog costume parade, a pet psychic, and Bryce Jackman’s “Dog Days of Summer” show. MVCC’s Overlook Grill will offer snacks and drink specials throughout the afternoon.
Listen to and discuss the issues of mental health, school safety, and other important issues. The end goal is to unify support in our community and protect our children. Panel guests include: Rep. Tom Sullivan, Colorado State of Representatives, 37th District; Annette Haugh,Columbine Survivor and Mother of Two; Stacey Hervey, M.C.J., Assoc. Professor of Criminal…
Meet some of the world’s most renowned women’s empowerment speakers, trainers, and leaders to celebrate motherhood and encourage women to reach their potential.
Enjoy informational lectures and demonstrations, as well as tours of the hospital, student exhibits, a mock surgery for children, a petting zoo, and CAM the Ram.
Attend a twist on a traditional fair. Enjoy carnival rides, blue ribbon pies, goat yoga, a Freak Show, Beer and Wine Fest, and demonstrations.
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.
Learn about public, private, community, and government support services. Enjoy free food, live entertainment, giveaways, rock climbing, land fishing, and face painting.
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.
Enjoy a morning with a pirate and enjoy snacks, beverages, and a small token to take home. Ages 2-8.
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.
Meet one-on-one with a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician to ensure that your child is safe. Parents or caretakers.
Erika, Eleanor, and Shayna have written their debut book Here's How to Deal: The Dance Dilemma, centered around, Ben, Elias, Penelope, and Ruby. Four middle-schoolers who are learning that life, school, and friendships aren't always easy. The authors offer a unique perspective as both psychologists and parents of their own middle-schoolers. This first book in…
Attend daily après parties, on-mountain guided tours, spring beer festival, and LGBT celebrations all week long.
Attend the annual event, produced by CherryArts, to see the work of Colorado artists and other artists around the country. Families can enjoy children’s activities at Creation Station and visit the CherryArts Mobile Art Gallery throughout Stanley Marketplace. Proceeds benefit CherryArts' mission to provide access to art and art education year-round.
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.
Join other Colorado parents to connect with legislators and remind them to #ThinkBabies when making policy decisions. Pregnant people and families with babies and toddlers will gather to remind legislators that early experiences shape how a baby's brain develops, laying the foundation for a lifetime of learning, positive behavior, and good health.
Attend presentations, demonstrations, and make comic book-themed crafts.
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.
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.
Shop for gifts made and sold by entrepreneurs, ages 6-21. Items include jewelry, greeting cards, baked goods, toys, and artwork.
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.
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…
Get into the National Western Stock Show for free. Fees still apply for food, drink, and ticketed events.
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.
Play mini golf and life-size games throughout the library. Register online or by phone.
Celebrate summer with vendors, live music, a Fun Zone, and mutton bustin'.
Be part of a mini-session event with Larry the Bunny and Baby Chicks.
Shop for maternity, baby, and kids items, including clothing, toys, and furniture at 50-90 percent off retail.
Shop for clothes, toys, and gear from pregnancy through childhood at greatly reduced prices.
Dress in full costume, go trick-or-treating indoors, and swim in the Ridge Pools.
Enjoy seasonal food, live music, and dance performances, plus an outdoor lights display and a visit from Santa.
Enjoy free movie night in Downtown Castle Rock. There'll be a street fair with bounce houses, family activities, and food vendors on-site.
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.
Skate on an indoor rink and take photos with Santa. Donate a new toy item in original packaging to receive free skate rental.
Enjoy a 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.
Shop a seasonal market to raise funds for historic preservation and education.
Attend a family-friendly event that includes a bike race, community fun ride, local beers, food trucks, a kids' zone, and an outdoors expo.
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.
Attend a conference that presents informative seminars to seniors, adult children, friends, and caregivers of seniors on legal-related topics. Register online.
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.
Enjoy popcorn and treats while watching a classic movie with accompaniment by Hank Troy. All ages.
Join Chabad of Cherry Creek for a community menorah lighting. Hot latkes and doughnuts will be served. Sing Hanukkah songs and spin dreidels.
Wear your Halloween Costumes and Trick or Treat at participating merchants throughout Downtown Littleton.
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.
Watch Aztec dancers in traditional costume and see fire artists spinning fire. There will be piñatas, Día de los Muertos face painting, live music, and create-and-take art stations.
Enjoy music, dancing, complimentary coffee, tea, sweet treats, and tours of the historic home.
Shop a Colorado indie-art experience of makers, entrepreneurs, and artists. Enjoy food, musicians, DIY opportunities, and a Junior & Teen Firefly area on Saturday.
Play at the pool late with games and an inflatable obstacle course.
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.
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.
Enjoy a delicious and affordable grilled summer lunch and the opportunity to connect with the surrounding community over lawn games and music.
Enjoy live entertainment featuring the band After Midnight, in the heart of Highlands Ranch.
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…
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…
See Cherry Creek North transformed into a winter wonderland with live ice carving, temporary fire pits, face painting, complimentary refreshments, and giveaways. Businesses throughout the area will host activities such as ornament decorating and entertainment. Visit with Santa at VIP Real Estate Co. at 2630 E. 3rd Ave during the festival.
Celebrate the official opening of the Southeast Rail Line Extension (SERE) with service to three new light rail stations including Sky Ridge Station, Lone Tree City Center, and RidgeGate Parkway Station. The full day of activities and entertainment includes dancers, music, art, carnival games, performances, and food trucks.
Join CU South Denver for a stimulating conversation over a delicious lunch prepared by a world-class culinary team. Geared towards professionals. $55.
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,…
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.
Stock up on roasted chiles and fresh produce. On Sunday, Sept. 1, enjoy live music, food vendors, roasted corn, games for the kids, face painting, a corn eating contest, and a fireworks display at 9pm.
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…
Enjoy live music alongside food and drink, children’s activities, and more in downtown Louisville.
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.
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,…
Get together with thousands of geeks, pop-culture enthusiasts, gamers, writers, cosplayers and artists.
Enjoy Santa's Workshop, the music of local school choirs, s'mores, a living nativity scene, hayrides, and a parade.
Shop the consignment sale for gently-used clothin, shoes, baby gear, toys and more. A portion of the proceeds from the sale help fund our MOPS program in Woodland Park.
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.
Browse and purchase produce, gourmet food products, and more. See artisan shows on the second Sat of each month.
Enjoy a weekend of entertainment including a parade, farmers' market, rides, and concerts.
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.
See demonstrations and purchase handmade works from weavers, knitters, bead artists, quilters, spinners, felters, and basket makers.
Be part of an annual community event with Santa Claus, children caroling, and the mayor lighting the tree.
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.
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.
Attend the family-friendly event that includes a parade, festival, and 5K and 10K runs.
Celebrate the fun of reading at all Boulder Public Library locations this summer. Sign up and get a reading log to win prizes.
Participate in fun races, play with bubbles, and enjoy popsicles. Registration is required. Ages 3-5.
Attend the 11th annual show, in partnership between the Vintage Car Club of Castle Rock and Downtown Merchants Association. There's parking nearby but a free trolley service is also available.
Be part of a fun, family-friendly 5K and 10K walk or run and a 1-mile kids dash followed by a rally and multicultural festival. The event gathers the community to rally together around society’s most pressing issues by supporting YWCA’s programs.
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.
Shop for discounted goods for pregnancy through childhood, for all seasons.
Hours vary. Shop for clothes, toys, shoes and much more. All ages; no activities for kids. $2; visit the Facebook page or website for free passes.
See 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…
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.
Experience a twinkling winter wonderland, complete with an interactive LED light and sound display. Warm drinks and tasty treats will be available for purchase.
Enjoy free admission, family-friendly programming, and live music and dances that celebrate children from around the world.
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.
Join other brass plays and perform holiday music at this annual community event. Music books and tips will be provided.
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.
Participate in hands-on activities and demonstrations for kids.
See the downtown Denver skyline light up with fireworks.
Visit with Santa and show him your gift list. Grab your own photos with Mr. and Mrs. Claus. Age 12 and under.
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.
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.
Watch as more than 8,000 bulbs light up when everyone helps Santa count down to the lighting of the 55-foot White Fir Tree after a holiday concert.
Get your hands in the dirt. Learn how to grow, cook, and enjoy Slow Food—real, delicious, flavorful food. The Pavilion is part of the Slow Food Nations events.
Play fun outdoor games at the library. Bring your own favorite game or learn a new one.
Celebrate Independence Day with community exhibitor booths, ticketed bounce houses, and food concessions. There will also be free entertainment, a concert featuring The Nacho Men, and fireworks display.
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.
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.
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.
See the all-new three-wheel motorcycle and what it's like to ride it on a one-of-a-kind course. There will also be a DJ, lounge, food truck area, and live street artist.
Bring your family, friends, scout group, and/or coworkers for volunteer projects. Enjoy a barbecue lunch and fun activities in the afternoon. Includes park admission for volunteers. RSVP by calling 303-659-6005.
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.
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…
Enjoy delicious donuts, coffee, and 250-plus classic and exotic cars.
Swim for free at JCC Denver during a pirate-themed party. This event is open to the public.
Hear living testimony from a Holocaust survivor. After emigrating to the US in 1947s, Mr. Roth now devotes his time and efforts to educating young and old on the evils of prejudice and anti-Semitism.
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.
Skate at the newest outdoor ice skating location, at the Shops at Northfield next to Zen Asian Sushi Bar & Grill.
Head to the Sculpture Park at DCPA to see a giant holiday tree with accompanying music and light shows, every 30 minutes on the hour and half hour. There will be a princess meet and greet on Dec. 8, 5-8pm.
See "real" unicorns, a petting zoo, live magic performances, and unicorn-inspired arts and crafts. There will also be mermaid and fairy meet-and-greets. Bring your camera for photos.
Attend Colorado's largest display of RVs, outdoor products, accessories, vacation spots, and daily seminars.
Hear Mayor Hancock speak about what it means to be a good citizen with a keynote address and a question and answer session. Ages 6-12.
Kick up your heels with fun dance lessons and demos presented by the local Arthur Murray Dance Studio. Registration required.
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.
Experience fire dancers, ice sculptures, inflatable sculptures, and interactive light display, s'mores, and hot chocolate.
Celebrate the end of summer with arts and crafts exhibitors, live performances, carnival rides, and the Great Zucchini Race.
Attend the 33rd anniversary run through Northern Colorado, beginning in Longmont and ending at Anderson Farms. There'll be live entertainment, silent auction, free giveaways, and a barbecue pig roast. Proceeds go to Make-A-Wish Colorado.
Be part of the show some nights, and sit back and enjoy the entertainment other nights. Every week is a new theme.
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.
See kilts, bagpipes, Irish step dancing, and live music.
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.
Shop at this artisans’ boutique event, featuring juried artisans and crafters selling one-of-a-kind jewelry, gourmet food gifts, and more.
See a parade and showcase of antique and modern fire and rescue vehicles. Activities include free fire truck rides, rescue demonstrations, and junior firefighter games.
Create a beautiful and memorable experience coming together to celebrate happiness and hope. Price includes admission, a floating lantern, commemorative drawstring bag, and marker for decorating.
Enjoy an evening of dancing, games, desserts, and a hot cocoa bar with a special someone.
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.
Enjoy complimentary coffee, donuts, and Santiago's breakfast burritos along with with four-legged friends on the High Line Canal.
Enjoy a downtown block party with street performers, music, The Amazing Race, and more. Free to attend; fees for certain activities.
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.
Join facilitators to learn, discuss, and practice strategies to engage children about racism, social justice, and equity in meaningful ways. A children's activity, ideal for ages 3-8, accompanies each workshop.
Join the party for balloon twisters, face painters, inflatables, live music, and a fireworks show.
Join the members of the Highlands Ranch community and Stars of HOPE, a healing arts program, to spread messages of hope, joy, and compassion for those impacted by the recent STEM School Highlands Ranch shooting. Tents will be set up outside on the west side of the building where attendees are invited to paint a…
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.
Be part of a color fun run for all ages, a petting zoo, hot air balloon rides, and a concert featuring award-winning band Tenth Avenue North and worship artist Alisa Turner. Half of all funds raised through registrations and sponsorships will be donated to local pregnancy center Life Network.
Experience a celebration of Jewish culture, featuring live entertainment, fine art, family activities, and ethnic food.
Join Winston Pendleton, PhD, for an astronomy lecture featuring space imagery, and information on recent discoveries and current research. Age 9 and older. $5.
Enjoy food, cooking demonstrations, music, exercise demos, games, opportunities for learning, and resources for healthy living. The first 150 attendees get a free T-shirt.
Celebrate Palisade peaches as well as an array of peach dishes. Find children’s activities, live entertainment, and arts and crafts throughout the day.
Complete requirements toward merit badges and spend the day learning about paleontology, geology, and women in science. Ages 5-18.
Show off your Halloween costumes while ice skating and enter a costume contest for a chance to earn prizes.
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…
Join the 4th annual event on an accessible 2-mile track, to raise funds and awareness to treat or cure FSH Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD). There will be live music, face painting, and a bounce house.
Enjoy crafts, Touch-a-Truck, a haunted maze, petting zoo, car show, and a complimentary pumpkin.
Enjoy homemade soup, a sandwich, pie, and a beverage as part of this annual fundraiser.
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.
Join a professionally-timed event. Medals will be given out in 3 different age groups. The run is kid and stroller-friendly.
Attend the annual tradition with a carnival, live music, and food.
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.
Meet face-to-face with the best camps, summer activities, and more in and around Douglas County.
See a parade, jousting competitions, Highland games, dance performances, Ninja Warrior Course, and dog show contests, while enjoying Scottish and Irish food.
Celebrate the library's anniversary with a historical photo game, light refreshments with Betty the Book Bike, a sing-a-long, time capsule ceremony, and string ensemble performance.
See a variety of neat rides, and talk cars with other like-minded enthusiasts.
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.
Bring your pooch to take the plunge with other four-legged swimmers. This is a fundraiser for dogs (and their humans) to benefit Freedom Service Dogs.
Celebrate the arts, music, and nature in one event including an adventure area with kayaking and paddleboarding in a swimming pool, climbing wall, Ninja Warrior course, and arts courses for teens and adults.
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…
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.
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.
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.
Participate in a family-friendly day of traditional Latino festivities, including art-making, live dance, and musical performances.
Go to a pool party with games and swimming. You do not need to be a member of the JCC to attend.
Celebrate El Día de Los Niños of Mexico with costumes and a variety of dances.
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.
Honor and celebrate deceased loved ones with community, food, family, and fun.
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.
Be there for the nation’s top indoor motorcycle race series featuring some of the nation’s top professional and amateur arenacross competitors.
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.
Take mom to enjoy a carousel ride for free, in honor of Mother's Day.
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.
Become fully immersed in the city’s Public Art collection, learn more about how the city commissions new pieces, and get the stories behind the artworks. Tours are led by public art docents and administrators and happen throughout Denver’s neighborhoods. RSVP's are required. Each tour is limited to 15-20 people.
See and shop for fine mineral specimens, fossils, and more.
Swim for free at Ridge Recreation Center Pools when accompanied by a child. Children age 5 and under must be accompanied by an adult in the water.
Celebrate 40 years of summer fun at Water World. There will be giveaways, mermaid appearances, and a special catering menu for groups.
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.
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.
See favorite fairy tales brought to life. Costumes are encouraged. Registration is required.
See marching bands, dancers, and illuminated floats running the length of Elkhorn Avenue.
Enjoy a celebration of visual arts with more than 150 artists from around the country, including children's activities and interactive performances.
Participate in a 5K walk or timed race, yoga on the end zone, a kids zone, and a Healthy for Good Expo.
Celebrate the season with the City Holiday Tree lighting ceremony.
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.
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…
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.
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…
Head to the heart of downtown for lunch, choosing from a variety of food trucks. Enjoy live music and giveaways.
Be there when the amusement park opens for the season.
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…
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.
Shop for children's, teen's and maternity items at big discounts. Opening day Thursday Nov 2- 9:30am prime shopping time, $10 advance tickets or $15 at the door. 11am is $2 admission until 6pm. Friday-Sun is free admission 9am-6pm. Monday is free admission and 50% off all non starred items 9am-6pm, Tuesday 50% off all non…
Celebrate Boulder artists at a variety of diverse events including public art exhibits, theater, performances, and more, in different venues around the city.
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.
Shop for jewelry, accessories, and holiday gifts from hand-crafters and commercial retailers.
Celebrate cycling with a kids’ festival, three different ride routes, an expo pavilion, food, and music, presented by Bicycle Longmont.
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.
Enjoy live music from local bands every Friday and Saturday through September, yard games, food, drink, and communal seating, in the heart of downtown Denver.
Enjoy music, entertainment, local food, and kids activities in the greater Sunnyside neighborhood of Northwest Denver.
Discover a variety of community activities, vendors, and LGBTQ pride merchandise, sponsored by Out Boulder County. Located on 4th St. between Main and Emery St.
Enjoy drinks and food from over 60 local restaurants.
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.
Shop for gifts for the loved one in your life made by local vendors and artists. Enjoy face-painting and free cookie-decorating.
Shop the annual showcase of some of Colorado's best arts, crafts, and goods. All merchandise displayed at this juried show is handmade in Colorado and sold direct by the artist or crafter.
Volunteer to observe and count butterflies in open spaces and parks multiple times per season, gathering essential data that land managers can use when making conservation decisions.
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.
Shop from over 125 commercial and handcrafted vendors. This marketplace includes original art and specialty food.
Let your dog enjoy a day of fun while swimming away the summer heat.
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…
Make special memories while enjoying an evening of dancing and games at this event hosted by the Colorado Conservatory of Dance.
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.
See Round 3 of the 2019 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship with some of the fastest racers in the world.
Celebrate National Toy Store Day with kids activities, demonstrations of new toys and crafts plus coupons on Holiday Bucks to spend.
See millions of sparkling lights during this annual event that features a parade, Santa's workshop, ice skating, train rides, and entertainment.
Take a self-guided garden tour through gardens around Northwest Denver. The tour benefits school programs, which work to reduce violence and bullying in schools.
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.
Celebrate the start of a new season with the Spring Fairy and Queen Fairy. They’ll sing songs and tell stories, teach kids to play fairy music and invite everyone to a dance party – fairy style. Reservations required for either a 4:30pm or 6:30pm seating by emailing obliospizzeria@gmail.com.
Enjoy free Easter photos, music, dancing, games, face painting, balloons, a crafted Easter egg activity, and giveaways.
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…
Celebrate Independence Day with live music, food, and a fireworks display.
Shop a consignment sale of gently-used children’s items with clothing, shoes, baby gear, media, maternity, and bedding.
Celebrate Earth Day with Sustainable Resilient Longmont, featuring environmental education booths, hands-on activities for kids, and performers.
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.
Be part of one of the only events in the U.S. solely focused on stroke survivors and education. The walk is open to participants of all abilities and features different paths to accommodate stroke survivors and other attendees in various stages of fitness or recovery. Participants will have the option to complete a 5K trail…
Celebrate with screenings of Disney’s Pixar film Coco, community altars of remembrance, face painting, Mexican folk dancing, and kids' crafts. Shop original, Colorado-made Día de los Muertos art pieces, and see live animal interactions from the Denver Zoo. A free shuttle will run continuously from East High School.
Celebrate Halloween with daytime trick-or-treating and a pet costume contest. Pets must be registered for the costume contest. $5 donation for The Animal Tranquility Project at Foothills Animal Shelter is appreciated.
Bring your little ones for weekly, themed shows, activities, and goodie bags.
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.
Join an interactive musical celebration of Hanukkah. Jeff and Paige will use storytelling to explore Hanukkah and celebrate its many traditions. All ages. Reservations required.
Enjoy the combination of Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day with clinics, demos, and bike safety checks, and the Valmont Open Disk Golf Tournament, where participants play two rounds and enjoy a lunch. Visit website for registration link.
See life-size reproductions of one of the world's most beloved art works. With special expertise and care, the 33 ceiling paintings from the Sistine Chapel have been reproduced in museum quality at near-original size, allowing visitors to fully engage and study the details of the artwork.
Enjoy live entertainment, sing-along time with Jeff and Paige, and a fireworks show at dusk. The event features CU's mascot Ralphie the Buffalo.
Have big fun playing mini-golf and life-size games. Registration required.
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.
Enjoy a day of activities including a clown contest, parade, and craft festival.
Enjoy all-you-can-eat ice cream and snow cones with any toppings. See a live extrication demonstration from Littleton Fire Rescue and a live performance by the Highlands Ranch Concert Band.
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.
Shop independent brands, enjoy crafting (like holiday wreath-making), and photo-taking. While you shop, kids can keep themselves busy in the play area with plenty of fun and a holiday craft too.
Enjoy a night out filled with food, drinks, and fun. Featuring music by DJ Trevor from Music on T.A.P.
Enjoy live music from the John Saunders band, family activities, and food vendors. All ages.
Receive free dental services at Bright Now! Dental of Aurora for low-income, under-insured individuals. Dental services provided will include same-day procedures such as exams and X-rays, fillings, cleanings, and extractions. The services are offered in partnership with the Smiles for Everyone Foundation.
Celebrate the history of Denver’s Five Points neighborhood—the Harlem of the West—with music from dozens of bands on eight stages, food and beverage offerings, and family-friendly activities.
Shop from a variety of jewelry, furniture, toys, and collectibles.
Hours vary by date. Shop for ski and snowboard gear, learn about cross-country skiing, ski jumping and snowshoeing. Visit website for ticket prices.
Explore summer offerings plus Battle of Superheroes, pony rides, bouncy castle, rock climbing wall, and camp giveaways.
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…
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.
Navigate through the 20-acre corn maze or mini maze. Pick the perfect pumpkin, launch ears of corn with corn launchers, ride through the field on the barrel train, bounce above the corn stalks on a pumpkin bounce pillow, visit the petting zoo, and swim through the corn kernel box.
Enjoy snacks, bubbles, chalk, and pool time at the JCC outdoor baby pool. Ages 6 months to 3. Registration required.
Help raise money for the Morgan Adams Foundation to find a cure for childhood cancers. The race was formerly called Grace's Race.
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.
Celebrate the vitality of American Indian cultures through American Indian dancers, drum groups, and hands-on art making in Martin Plaza.
Attend the sale hosted by Mothers of Multiples Society. Shop clothing and items for babies and kids at 50-90 percent off retail.
Shop unique handcrafted holiday items including bath and body products, pottery, jewelry, clothing, antiques, and food including the Gardens Guild's popular herbal vinegars and seasonings. Members receive a 10 percent discount on purchases. Includes free admission to the gardens.
Attend a pool party with games and swimming regardless of whether you’re a member of the JCC.
Shop for everything you need for your kiddos ages birth through teen at 50-90 percent off retail prices including clothes, toys, shoes, gear, and sports equipment.
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.
See amazing cars and enjoy food, prizes, and entertainment. The event benefits the Carriage House Early Learning Center.
Go to a Luau-themed pool party with swimming, games, and other activities. Membership to the JCC is not required.
Participate in a skateboarding/scooter competition. Helmets and a parental waiver are required. Register online in advance or on-site day of event.
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 Insider Tours. The event occurs at various locations around Denver; visit the website for details.
Enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes of the holiday season. Featuring seasonal treats, live music and a spectacular outdoor lights display.
Grab a cup of hot cocoa and take a stroll through Boulder's Civic Area, illuminated with more than 225,000 LED lights.
Take the family for events with weekly themes. Some nights the audience may be part of the show and some nights, just sit back and enjoy the entertainment.
Start a summer of fun at the Del Mar Family Aquatic Center or any of the other five pools located throughout the city.
Explore how to have a safe and healthy summer by learning about job opportunities, summer programs, and community resources while enjoying a bite to eat and fun activities.
Celebrate summer with the opening of Foothills Park & Recreation District’s four outdoor pool locations and get special $3 admission offered on opening day.
Donate formal wear (long and short), shoes, jewelry, and accessories to Bella Boutique which offers free gowns, shoes, accessories, and more through a one-on-one personal shopping experience with a volunteer stylist to allow students to shop with dignity and confidence. Representatives from Bella Boutique Denver will be on hand to accept donated items.
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.
Visit Mothers' Milk Bank Baby Cafe to celebrate the Cafe's first year of establishment. There will be activities and giveaways.
Enjoy Boulder's unofficial kickoff to summer with events, activities, food, and entertainment for the whole family.
Honor the more than one million men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
Celebrate Bike to Work Day with a raffle, discounts, live music, balloon art, and an REI bike mechanic.
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.
Enjoy an inclusive event for all families in the community. Activities include drag queen storytime, refreshments, and DIY face painting station. Registration required.
Celebrate the holidays at the Highlands Ranch Mansion. Enjoy reindeer games, live entertainment, school choir performances, and more.
Visit the fire station, interact with firefighters, and have fun with your family.
Enjoy fun family activities and entertainment for all ages on the CU campus.
Kick off the season with caroling, a holiday sing-along, crafts, snacks, and Santa. The event takes place in Downtown Longmont on 6th Avenue Plaza, across from Pumphouse Brewery.
Enjoy a variety of outdoor and kids' activities featuring Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day on June 16 and a disc golf tournament on June 17.
See musical entertainment, a living nativity, and petting zoo, then visit with Santa. The event coincides with the Louisville Arts District First Friday Art Walk.
Attend an exhibit featuring artwork made by members of The Gathering Place, Denver’s only daytime shelter for women, children, and transgender individuals experiencing poverty.
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…
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.
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…
Shop for maternity, baby, and kids items, including clothing, toys, and furniture at 50-90 percent off retail.
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…
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.
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.
Attend the semi-annual sale with items including clothing, baby gear, toys, and bedding.
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.
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.
Enjoy a community recital open to performers of all ages and abilities, organized by the Broomfield Music Teachers Association. Age 7 and up.
Enjoy live music, food and craft beer vendors, and a raffle. Families and pets are welcome. Purchase beer and food tickets onsite and through the website.
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.
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.
Attend the biggest maternity event of the year, bringing together the best in local boutiques, pediatricians, doulas, and more. Talk to experts about birthing plans, parenting techniques, registry must-haves, and personal health. Age 12 and under get in free.
Enjoy local food and culture, family fun, a car show, and a business fair.
Visit a two-day craft show featuring over 100 exhibitors of handcrafted gifts.
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.
Enjoy Colorado's largest community celebration of the Day of the Dead, including music, dancing, sugar skull decorating, community altars, paper flower making, face painting, and Lady Catrina. Visitors are encouraged to come dressed in “calaca” (skeleton) apparel.
Join in every Monday to listen to music and play board games.
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…
Drop in to explore stories based on the Jewish calendar, sing, eat challah, and do an occasional craft. Age 5 and under.
Have access to a dozen different bubble stations to learn about the science behind bubbles, make creations, explore chemistry, and even go inside a giant bubble.
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.
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…
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.
Find one-of-a-kind Mother’s Day gifts, wedding gifts, and items for your own home.
Enjoy an evening of dancing, desserts, and Disney princesses for daughters and their escorts, be they a parent, grandparent, aunt, or uncle.
Go to gallery receptions, enjoy extended retail hours, and ride the Brewhop Trolley charter.
Amazon 4-star Park Meadows is hosting an in-store event to help families find everything needed for the new school year. Shop for back-to-school essentials while participating in fun activities including free snacks, samples, and giveaways. Kids can post their goals for the upcoming school year at the “I Will Wall."
Learn more about why women in STEM and women from other walks of life should consider learning and sharing the inspiring stories of the Inductees in STEM fields with the women they work with, their daughters, their friends, and even if considering a career move themselves. Heavy hors d’ouevres, wine, beer and soft drinks served.
Attend movie night in Downtown Castle Rock at Festival Park, brought to you by Crystal Valley. Join in a day of celebration including music, food, free bounce houses, kids activities, and a movie starting at dusk.
Enjoy brunch with bagels and mimosas while the little ones entertain themselves on tumbling equipment. Age 3 and under. Registration is required.
Enjoy bounce houses, food vendors, and a movie in Downtown Castle Rock. All ages.
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.
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.
Visit with princesses throughout the day. Dress in your prettiest princess attire (minus crowns for safety).
See three professional rodeo performances that include bronc riding, barrel racing, bull riding, and mutton bustin'. Hear Chase Bryant in concert and enjoy a special lunch with rodeo champions.
Attend Farmside Shabbat on Milk and Honey Farm. Sing songs, read a story, and explore the farm. Ages 0-8.
Run, walk, or dance through a course that includes stations that surround you in masses of colorful bubbles.
Shop for goods for pregnancy to tweens at 50-90 percent off retail at this Moms of Multiples annual sale.
Exchange clean, gently-used children's clothing for donated clothing from other families.
Get some holiday shopping done while helping raise funds for the Beautiful Savior Lutheran School PTL. Peruse more than 40 unique crafters and vendors. Get a photo with Santa. Lunch will be available for purchase.
Attend a Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls, and Toys event with sales, exhibits, and workshops. Shop for items to build, furnish, or accessorize a dollhouse or other scale miniature scenes. Workshops for adults including how to make flowers and a fairy castle. Children's workshops include making seasonal scenes. Register for workshops in advance.
Enjoy an informative view of weather and climate at a science laboratory and explore interactive exhibits.
Enjoy a concert featuring ballet in classical and contemporary styles, with excerpts from the Boulder Ballet’s season. Get there early and bring a picnic. All ages.
Celebrate the 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.
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.
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.
Watch the 31st annual holiday parade featuring community organizations, floats, high school marching bands, and a special appearance from Santa Claus.
Receive training for young drivers who hold a permit or license. Working with professional instructors in actual vehicles, students and parents learn advanced driving skills in a controlled and safe environment. These clinics provide skills beyond those taught in traditional driver education courses.
Run, walk, or jog in a family-friendly 5K race. Bring 5 nonperishable items to the food drive on race day to be entered to win prizes including tech tees and gift certificates. Strollers and dogs are welcome.
Celebrate a little early with live music, a light show, and fireworks. Bring a picnic or purchase from the available concessions. Hear a concert by Chris Daniels and The Kings and the Colorado Symphony Orchestra.
See Corgis dressed up and in parade at this annual event.
Shop and enjoy 50-90 percent off the retail prices of clothes, toys, and more. Free admission tickets available online.
Celebrate the 90th birthday of one of the largest generationally female-owned businesses in Denver. Take an in-plant tour, make and take crafts, and book related giveaways. Saturday, enjoy food vendors, music, and animals visiting from the Denver Zoo. Call or email dbbc@denverbook.com to sign up for tours.
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.
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.
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…
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.
Enjoy free concerts and family-friendly theater performances. Seating is on grass, bring blankets or lawn chairs. Dogs welcome on leash only.
Combine fun activities with deep discussions that help your family get the most out of visiting your favorite, fantastic pop culture worlds. Age 8 and up. Registration includes up to four people. Call to register.
Shop for new and gently-used children's clothing, baby equipment, and books.
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.
Attend this indoor festival that includes vendor booths, stage presentations, prizes, and activities for kids including magnetic car racing, balloon animals, and face painting.
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.
See displays, meet dealers, and participate in a free collection evaluation service and youth stamp camp.
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.
Attend the longest running rodeo in Colorado featuring mechanical bull rides, petting zoo, and a saloon.
Join facilitators in a workshop to learn, discuss, and practice strategies to engage children about racism, social justice, and equity in meaningful ways.
Participate in different activities at the library every day, during Lafayette's Screen Free Week program.
Come dressed in costume and go trick-or-treating at local businesses along Pearl Street in downtown Boulder. Age 12 and under.
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.
Sept. 6,13,20, and 27. Enjoy a different group of stories each week followed by a fun craft or activity. Age 5 and under.
Celebrate the cultural heritage of the Austrian brothers who homesteaded Schweiger Ranch in 1874. Visit Santa Claus and his reindeer, have your face painted, make crafts, or take a horse-drawn carriage ride. Cost for some activities.
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.
Combine fun activities with deep discussions that help your family get the most out of visiting your favorite fantastical pop culture worlds. Age 8 and up. Registration fee includes up to 4 people. Call to register.
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…
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
Enjoy a country-style street party and festival following the parade. Takes place at Festival Park.
Check out the latest outdoor gear, equipment, and vehicles at this event tailored to outdoor enthusiasts.
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.
Join the Lafayette police and fire departments to see police and fire vehicles and equipment, demonstrations, and community booths. Get a free lunch.
Watch cowboys on horses, floats, marching bands, classic cars, elves on unicycles, the Grinch in his corvette, and Santa Claus parade down Washington Avenue.
Attend a variety of princess-themed events including a Royal Scavenger hunt through March 24 and a Princess Tea Party. Visit the website for details.
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.
Witness this annual holiday event complete with more than 40 units including illuminated floats, giant helium-filled character balloons, marching bands, cultural entries, and a visit from Santa.
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.
Enjoy an evening filled with dancing, games, and refreshments. Ages 3-14 and their dads, grandpas, stepdads, or uncles.
Discover aircraft displays, model demonstrations, children’s Adventure Zone, and more.
Gain a better understanding around spending and learn about your spending tendencies. Coffee and snacks will be provided. Sponsored by the Parent Engagement Network (PEN) and Capital One. Reservations required online.
Enjoy music, dacning, light snacks, face painting, crafts and photos. $10 or $10 per family in advance. $13 per person at the door. Buy tickets online.
Donate your used or unwanted bicycles at ReCycle Your Bicycle in the parking lot in front of Shea Stadium at Redstone Park.
Experience live music, sample food, and visit over 80 exhibitors with hands-on activities at this free Expo. Sign up for a chip timed 5K and get a tech T-shirt.
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.
Bring your Lego creation and see what others made. Each registrant will receive a sign and 18x22 inches of space for display. Free build will take place concurrently in the Story Room. Registration is required. Grades K-6.
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.
Shop local handmade artisan goods including home decor, jewelry, accessories, and adult and children’s fashions.
Line the streets to see a western cattle drive through the streets of downtown Denver with Longhorn cattle, horses, cowboys and cowgirls, farm equipment, marching bands, and parade floats. The parade starts at Union Station, continues down 17th street, and ends at 17th and Tremont Streets.
Close out the summer event season in Boulder with a juried art show, live performances, the Great Zucchini Race, Classic Car Show, Rocky Mountain Beer Festival, and Great Boulder Duck Race.
See the International Youth Ballet performing Alice in Wonderland. Bring a picnic and enjoy the show.
Shop from a variety of handmade gift and holiday items from over 50 local and regional artists.
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.
Dispose of unused and unwanted paint from residences and businesses for recycling through PaintCare. Register online to schedule a time to drop off the paint.
Join in the annual event that celebrates traditional Greek food, music, dance, and culture.
Shop the largest children’s consignment sale in Colorado. Items sell for 50 percent off on Aug. 25; 75 percent off on Aug. 26.
Bring an old bike and donate it to Project ReCycle.
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.
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 strider ride for families.
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.
Shop for maternity, baby, and kids items, including clothing, toys, and furniture at 50-90 percent off retail.
Go to a fun-filled afternoon of art, mentorship, and community for students with learning differences like dyslexia and ADHD and their allies.
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…
Head to The Vistas outdoors on the west side of Park Meadows between Arhaus and The Cheesecake Factory for some summer fun including food trucks, live music, dancing, a beer garden, a kid’s train, and bubble tea.
Walk down Washington Avenue, candle in hand, singing holiday carols. The walk is followed by a fireworks display.
Learn and play together at this community art event on the plaza.
Join the Boulder Philharmonic for a family-friendly, space-themed concert in honor of NASA’s—and the Boulder Phil’s—60th anniversary. Also includes an instrument petting zoo, provided by HB Woodsongs.
Try biscuits and gravy or homemade stew, and enjoy live music and craft booths, based on a tradition of the late 1800s.
Attend a community fair focused on children’s safety. Learn more about South Metro Fire, home, car, and water safety, CPR, Kids ID, and resources to keep kids safe.
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.
Securely shred and responsibly dispose of your sensitive documents and older electronics.
Browse and purchase produce, gourmet food products, and more. Enjoy the beer and wine garden featuring a different local brewer each week.
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.
See nearly 500 rare sports and classic cars, early collectibles, and new exotic cars. There will also be food, music, exhibitors, and vendors.
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.
Celebrate the holiday season with a variety of activities: sculpting, a petting zoo, pony rides and pictures with Mr. and Mrs. Claus.
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."
Enjoy a different band each week in an outdoor venue at the Broomfield Amphitheater.
Enjoy bounce houses, face painters, balloon artists, live music, extreme pumpkin carving, a cornhole tournament, food trucks, and a variety of Colorado breweries.
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…
Shop a library sale of fiction and nonfiction books for adults and children, sponsored by The Friends of the Lafayette Library.
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.
Shop at an upscale vintage-inspired market featuring original art, antiques, clothing, and jewelry.
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…
Kick off the holiday season as Santa counts down the grand illumination of the Boulder County Courthouse and the Pearl Street Mall.
Register online to discover nature through fun, hands-on learning. Dress for the weather. Age 13 and up.
Join the High Line Canal Conservancy along with community leaders and Schomp Subaru for a family-friendly celebration of the progress made to protect and enhance the High Line Canal. Help launch groundbreaking projects with free food, family fun, and a Canal cleanup.
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.
Enjoy outdoor concerts of different genres and food trucks, presented by the Louisville Cultural Council.
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.
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,…
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.
Attend the oldest fair in Colorado featuring a wide range of activities like a carnival, concerts, livestock shows, 4-H competitions, and rodeos.
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.
Enjoy sparkling lights, and special activities including live reindeer, an ice show, skating, Santa Claus, hot cocoa, and fireworks.
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.
Kick off a summer of reading adventures and Escape to Neverland with pirate-themed activities, kids’ crafts, and party snacks.
Enjoy kids activities, food trucks, live music, a sustainable backyard, and fitness activities.
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."
Enjoy live music, artisans, and food vendors. All proceeds go to Habitat for Humanity Metro Denver. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair and find a spot on the grass.
Celebrate Father's Day by swimming at Foothills Park & Recreation District’s indoor and outdoor pools. Dads swim free when accompanied by their kids.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Explore 2-1/2 acres of trains with displays, demonstrations, sales, and clinics. Admission is good for both days.
Fly or watch kites, hear music, and enjoy vendors, food booths, and free kids activities.
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.
Join Greeley's Adaptive & Inclusive Recreation (AIR) Program for National Costume Swap Day. Bring an old costume to trade. Create fun crafts and play adaptive games.
Get free car advice, services, child car seat inspection info, coupons, and giveaways. Plus see more than 250 cars on show and enjoy live entertainment including a bouncy castle and balloon artists.
Attend the longest running rodeo in Colorado as the sun sets behind the surrounding mountain peaks. See the pros, or sign kids up for the Calf Scramble and Mutton Bustin'.
Enjoy an adventurous night of Disney magic with The Incredibles. Bring blankets and sleeping bags to snuggle up in. There will be popcorn and snacks for purchase, or bring your own.
Support programs of The Guild of the Children’s Diabetes Foundations by participating in this annual 5K Run/Walk.
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.
Start off the summer with a splash at one of the nation's largest family water parks, celebrating its 40th year.
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.
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.
Enjoy s’mores, hayrides, a living nativity, and the parade.
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.
Shop a consignment sale featuring a wide range of gently used children's gear and clothing, hosted by Boulder County Parents of Twins and More (BCPTM).
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.
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.
Sample food and drinks, and enjoy music outdoors from regional artists, at the intersection of 4th Ave. and Kimbark St.
Compete with your dog in 4 levels: Jr. Handler, Sr. Dog, Fun/Recreational, and Competitive. Choose from events like the Water Retrieve and Obstacle Course.
See more than 100 of the region's finest classic Fords, during the show's 43rd year.
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.
Help gather new and gently-used sports equipment that will be given to children of need in the community. Drop off goods and receive a ticket voucher good for two tickets to an Avalanche or Nuggets preseason game of choice. New and gently-used items needed include equipment for football, baseball, lacrosse, volleyball, and hockey.
Treat dad to a fire truck parade through Historic Downtown Littleton, showcasing antique and new fire/rescue apparatus followed by a muster. Take a fire truck ride, shoot a fire hose, take a selfie with Smoky Bear, and see real-life rescue demonstrations and the Air Life helicopter landing.
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.
Look up and see the Denver Theatre District's ongoing, year-round projection mapping installation on the Arapahoe Street side of the Daniels & Fisher Tower. The content, designed by artists and the community, will feature a variety of art and will rotate designs.
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.
Help beautify Standley Lake with trash collection, invasive weed mitigation, and other outdoor tasks. Reservations required.
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.
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.
Stroll booths offering diverse cuisine from Northwest Denver's best restaurants. Listen and enjoy dancing to live music from local band, Woodshed Red. The family-friendly event also features two dessert food trucks.
See award-winning American Indian artists sell and demonstrate authentic artwork in a juried show, alongside a two-day Powwow honoring American Indians, American Indian veterans, and all veterans. Entertainment includes performances, music, and hands-on activities, as well as HawkQuest presenting live hawk and eagle demonstrations.
Celebrate with a weekend filled with food, fun, and culture, putting the spotlight on the Mile High City's vibrant Latino population.
Attend an old-fashioned celebration that includes a tree lighting, caroling, food, visits with Santa, and shopping for gifts. Families with kids age 12 and under.
Enjoy a unique river festival that includes a River Rodeo of makeshift boats and costumed crews braving the small waves at Confluence Park; a Kids Zone with a climbing wall, stand up paddleboard demos, and a mini-slacklining course; and live music, vendors, and food.
Attend this community fair for opportunities to connect with health and safety resources. Also enjoy food trucks and a DJ for kids.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with dancing to a DJ, refreshments, and photos. Ages 1-9 with parent. Reservations required. Registration code: 10213.
An opportunity for the Denver/Boulder Jewish community to attend the Colorado Rapids vs. L.A. Galaxy game with discounted tickets and a free tailgate. Hot dogs, chips, drinks, cookies, and brownies will be provided. Price includes a T-shirt for each child and a chance to do the "high-five" tunnel as the players come onto the field.…
Enjoy brunch with bagels and mimosas, and connect with other parents and caregivers, while little ones entertain themselves on the tumbling equipment. For babies who are crawling to age 3 with parent or caregiver. Registration is required.
Be part of the event formerly known as the Great Candy Run. HAL stands for Healthy Active Living and promotes having fun, staying positive, and never giving up.
Go for a swim at a reduced price on July 4th. Children age 5 and under must be accompanied in the water by an adult (age 18 or older) and be within arm’s reach at all times.
Enjoy an evening with bounce houses, food vendors, and live music.
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.
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.
Shop for one-of-a-kind seasonal items including local art, crafts, holiday gifts, and specialty foods.
Celebrate a variety of cultures and religious denominations. Hear local choirs, make crafts, and enjoy refreshments. Santa will visit from 2:30-4:30pm.
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.
Meet up with young families at the Staenberg-Loup Jewish Community Center for snacks, bubbles, chalk, and pool time at the JCC outdoor baby pool. Age 6 months-3 years and their parent or caregiver. Registration is required.
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.
Play and learn in the gym with slides, balls, yoga mats, music and more. Ages 0-5.
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.
Watch a parade with the theme “The March of the Toys” amongst holiday lights.
Attend a free pool party for the community.
Attend training for basic CPR education, and receive CPR certification if needed. Registration required.
Enjoy a free breakfast, and help clean Johnson Habitat Park with your family.
Snap up deals from hundreds of vendors selling bikes, parts, clothing, and accessories.
Honor the service of America’s veterans during the Highlands Ranch Veterans Day Celebration featuring a keynote speaker, color guard, and patriotic music.
Attend this year’s new figure skating exhibition, sanctioned by the USFSA.
Teach your child about water safety during this global event taking place at approximately 600 host locations in 25 countries, including several in Colorado. Visit the website to find more locations near you and get details on time, age ranges, and cost.
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.
Attend a weeklong event devoted to families and music. Events include face painting, kids yoga, and tubing as well as concerts and a fireworks show.
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.
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…
Participate in a trash and debris cleanup in one of the highly trafficked regions of the park.
Jump around in bounce houses and splash around in water activities. Formerly known as Splash in the Park.
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.
