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Laura

Free Customer Appreciation Cookout at Bass Pro Shops & Cabela’s

Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s are hosting Customer Appreciation Cookouts on Saturday, August 10, 2024, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Enjoy free hot dogs, prepared by the outfitters, and beverages, while supplies last. All three metro locations are participating including Bass Pro Shop at Northfield and Cabela’s in Lone Tree and Thornton. [Read more…] about Free Customer Appreciation Cookout at Bass Pro Shops & Cabela’s

Posted by Laura on August 4, 2024 | Updated August 4, 2024 Filed Under: Food & Drink · Sports & Recreation

Carousel of Happiness Rides Cost $3; The Happiness is Free

Carousel of Happiness (20 Lakeview Dr.) is Nederland’s magical menagerie featuring 56 whimsical, hand-carved animals on a restored 1910 Looff carousel, turning to the music of a 1913 Wurlitzer ban organ. Rides are only $3. Frequent riders can purchase 10-ride punch cards for $25. [Read more…] about Carousel of Happiness Rides Cost $3; The Happiness is Free

Posted by Laura on August 2, 2024 | Updated August 1, 2024 Filed Under: Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

Stanley Marketplace Hosts First Friday Celebration

Kick off your month with an evening of arts, culture and community fun during Stanley Marketplace’s First Friday celebration from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.. The first Friday of every month, the Marketplace will host artists of all genres, from live art like poetry and spoken word to creators sharing their artwork for sale. [Read more…] about Stanley Marketplace Hosts First Friday Celebration

Posted by Laura on July 31, 2024 | Updated June 13, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

Free Entrance To All National Parks and More On September 28 — Reserve An Entry Time Slot Now

The National Park Service is waiving entrance fees to all of its parks, monuments and other sites on National Public Lands Day, Saturday, September 28, 2024. The aspens of Rocky Mountain National Park, virtually in the metro Denver/Boulder area’s backyard, are showing the yellows and oranges, and the bull elk are bugling early in the morning and again in the afternoon and evening in one of the Rockies’ most fantastic wildlife experiences. [Read more…] about Free Entrance To All National Parks and More On September 28 — Reserve An Entry Time Slot Now

Posted by Laura on July 31, 2024 | Updated July 28, 2024 Filed Under: Sports & Recreation · Things To Do

Active Military & Veterans Get In Free To Colorado State Parks In August

As a thank you to U.S. military members, Colorado Parks and Wildlife is offering active duty military, veterans and the National Guard free admission to all state parks for the month of August. Military members and veterans, resident and nonresident, can pick up a free August Military Pass at any Colorado state park or CPW office by showing proof of service. [Read more…] about Active Military & Veterans Get In Free To Colorado State Parks In August

Posted by Laura on July 30, 2024 | Updated July 14, 2024 Filed Under: Sports & Recreation · Things To Do

Adams County Fair – Free Entry and Ride Deals

The Adams County Fair, which dates back to 1888 and is now the largest county fair in the state, runs Wednesday to Sunday, July 30 to August 3, 2025. Entry to the fairgrounds and most of the jam-packed schedule is FREE, but the Demolition Derby and main stage concerts are ticketed events (ranging from $20 to $38).

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Posted by Laura on July 29, 2024 | Updated June 25, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

2024 Littleton Twilight Criterium Rolls Back Into Town On August 3

The Littleton Twilight Criterium by Audi Denver is back for 2024. On Saturday, August 3, 2024, the country’s top pro cyclists will race through Downtown Littleton. The race promises to be as thrilling as ever as part of The American Criterium Cup, a national criterium series formed in collaboration with USA Cycling and America’s best criterium races. [Read more…] about 2024 Littleton Twilight Criterium Rolls Back Into Town On August 3

Posted by Laura on July 28, 2024 | Updated July 28, 2024 Filed Under: Sports & Recreation

Free Entry To All Colorado State Parks On Monday, August 5

TreeColorado Parks and Wildlife joins the celebration of Colorado’s acceptance into statehood with FREE entry to all Colorado State Parks (that includes 42 state parks and 300 state wildlife areas) on Monday, August 5, 2024. Park entrance fees are waived, but activities like fishing and camping will still require a valid license, permit or reservation. [Read more…] about Free Entry To All Colorado State Parks On Monday, August 5

Posted by Laura on July 28, 2024 | Updated July 14, 2024 Filed Under: Things To Do

Golden Fine Arts Festival Showcases 100+ Artists

ArtistDowntown Golden transforms into an open-air art gallery on Saturday & Sunday, August 10 & 11, 2024, during the Golden Fine Arts Festival. Traditionally, more than half of the 100 participating artists travel to Golden from outside of the state of Colorado. You’ll find works in ceramic arts, fiber, glass, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography and sculpture. [Read more…] about Golden Fine Arts Festival Showcases 100+ Artists

Posted by Laura on July 27, 2024 | Updated July 14, 2024 Filed Under: Things To Do

Dry Clean Only’s Farmers Market Is Last Tuesday Of Every Month

Event space Dry Clean Only is the site of a monthly farmer’s market, held the last Tuesday of every month from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Shop with local farmers and vendors like Foray Farms and Moore Bread. Take a drop-in yoga class. Enjoy live music. Nosh on smash burgers from Rugby Scott Ranch Provisions and sip on wine, beer, and cocktails (boozy and NA) from Hot Shot Coffee. [Read more…] about Dry Clean Only’s Farmers Market Is Last Tuesday Of Every Month

Posted by Laura on July 27, 2024 | Updated July 24, 2024 Filed Under: Things To Do

Free Wrestling & Comedy Show at Edgewater Public Market On Sunday

Edgewater Public Market is hosting a FREE wrestling and comedy show this Sunday, July 21, 2024, with Primos Premiere Pro Wrestling. The Denver-based wrestling troupe will set up a rink on the front patio of the market hall. DJ Iris from Something Vinyl Club spins fun tunes from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Lucha Libre wrestling and comedy show runs from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. [Read more…] about Free Wrestling & Comedy Show at Edgewater Public Market On Sunday

Posted by Laura on July 20, 2024 | Updated July 19, 2024 Filed Under: Entertainment

Free Outdoor Concert at Clyfford Still Museum

music notes jazzThe Clyfford Still Museum’s grassy lawn will be filled with music this summer, with a  FREE Friday Summer Lawn Concert on Friday, July 19, 2024, in the forecourt. Things get underway at 5:30 p.m. and the music continues until 7:30 p.m., with FREE Museum admission during the two-hour period. No registration is required. [Read more…] about Free Outdoor Concert at Clyfford Still Museum

Posted by Laura on July 14, 2024 | Updated July 13, 2024 Filed Under: Things To Do

Kids 8-14 Can Watch A New TV Show at Home and Get Paid $40 For It

Does your child want to earn a few bucks this summer? They can watch a new TV series at home…and get paid for it. Read on to learn how! Preview Free Movies is recruiting households with kids ages 8 to 14 for a private screening of a potential new TV series. The screenings will take place in your own home, on your laptop or desktop computer. [Read more…] about Kids 8-14 Can Watch A New TV Show at Home and Get Paid $40 For It

Posted by Laura on July 13, 2024 | Updated July 13, 2024 Filed Under: Entertainment · Things To Do

Which Colorado Grocery Stores Will Be Sold If The Kroger – Albertsons Merger Goes Through. Here’s The List

No one is sure if or when Kroger (owner of King Soopers) and Albertsons (owner of Safeway) will merge. It’s been two years since announcing their plan. Then, the Federal Trade Commission and a number of states, including Colorado, sued to stop it. Now, Kroger and Albertsons have released a list of which stores they plan to sell to C&S Wholesale Grocers ahead of an August trial. Selling the stores averts any layoffs or closures, the two companies claim. [Read more…] about Which Colorado Grocery Stores Will Be Sold If The Kroger – Albertsons Merger Goes Through. Here’s The List

Posted by Laura on July 13, 2024 | Updated July 14, 2024 Filed Under: Shopping

Salsa In The Plaza – A Night Of Dancing & Music On July 25

Biennial of the Americas and the Colorado Afro-Latin Dance & Arts Collective are hosting a vibrant evening of Salsa in the Plaza. This FREE event is Thursday, July 25, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Plaza of the Americas. Dance to the irresistible rhythms of Salsa and Bachata, brought to you by DJ Nolsen of Bolivia. [Read more…] about Salsa In The Plaza – A Night Of Dancing & Music On July 25

Posted by Laura on July 11, 2024 | Updated July 5, 2024 Filed Under: Things To Do

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