One of the largest Memorial Day parades in the nation is held in Commerce City. More than 100 entries including antique and classic cars, motorcycles, floats, horses, bands and marching units will travel the 1.5 mile parade route on Monday, May 25, 2026. Prior to the parade, the city will host a ceremony at Veteran’s Memorial Park at 8:45 a.m. to honor those who have given their lives in service to our country. [Read more…] about Today, Monday! Commerce City Hosts Ginormous Memorial Day Parade
Recycle Batteries at Commerce City Take-Back Event. Everyone Is Welcome!
Commerce City is hosting a community battery take-back event on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the South Adams County Fire Department – Station 28. Most household batteries are accepted and everyone, even if you don’t live in Commerce City, is welcome to bring in their old batteries. [Read more…] about Recycle Batteries at Commerce City Take-Back Event. Everyone Is Welcome!
Rock & Rails in Niwot’s Whistle Stop Park
Here’s another concert series to add to your list. Rock & Rails in Niwot’s Whistle Stop Park at 1st and Murray takes place on Thursday evenings from June 4 through August 27, 2025, with food trucks and beer vendors, artisans and kids’ activities. Happy Hour in the park runs from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., with drink specials and the opening music performances. The evening’s Headliner plays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. with one break in the middle. For a map to the venue, scroll to the end of the post. [Read more…] about Rock & Rails in Niwot’s Whistle Stop Park
Kids Can Earn A Free Book Through Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Program
Kids in grades 1 to 6 can earn a FREE book through the Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Program. It’s super easy to participate. All they have to do is pick up a Summer Reading Journal at their nearest Barnes & Noble bookstore, read any eight books (from the library, a friend, thrift shop — you don’t have to buy them from B&N) and stop by the store for Journal stickers throughout the summer. [Read more…] about Kids Can Earn A Free Book Through Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Program
FlatIron Crossing Jazz In The Park Fills Thursday Nights
A summer tradition returns with a new sound as FlatIron Crossing’s Summer of Fun Concert Series becomes Jazz in the Park. The concert series runs every Thursday from June 4 through July 30, 2026. From 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in Feature Park near Dick’s Sporting Goods, you can enjoy live music, drinks, food trucks and fun. [Read more…] about FlatIron Crossing Jazz In The Park Fills Thursday Nights
Central Park Concerts at Founders Green June 6 to August 1
Central Park has its own outdoor amphitheatre and continues to host some of Denver’s most well-known bands at Founders Green. Concerts on The Green run June 6 to August 1, 2026, on select Saturdays and begin at 6 p.m. It’s a great way for the entire family to enjoy music under the stars. The stage is at 29th Ave. & Roslyn St. in the heart of the community. [Read more…] about Central Park Concerts at Founders Green June 6 to August 1
Urban Market Fills Downtown Denver’s Union Station With Arts, Crafts & Music
The Urban Market is an open-air marketplace on Wynkoop Plaza at Union Station in downtown Denver. Here you will find a cornucopia of local arts and crafts sold direct by the artist, clothing, jewelry, antiques, furniture, unique treasures, delicious food, and just about anything else you could want. There will be a live concert at each market starting at noon. [Read more…] about Urban Market Fills Downtown Denver’s Union Station With Arts, Crafts & Music
Parker Arts Free Summer Concerts in Discovery Park
Summertime has never sounded so good in Parker. The city’s amphitheater hosts the Discovery Park Summer Concert Series. The FREE concerts starting at 6:30 p.m. are most Thursdays in June and July. The venue features an open-space design and a number of amenities, such as interactive water fountain for the kids. Bring your picnic baskets, your lawn chairs and your beach blankets. [Read more…] about Parker Arts Free Summer Concerts in Discovery Park
Free Summer Concerts At Clement Park June 4 to August 13
Littleton plays host to Concerts in Clement Park, a series of FREE evening concerts on Thursdays at 7 p.m. Performances are held at the Grant Family Amphitheater. Bring your family and friends to picnic in the park and enjoy this wide range of talent. Blankets or lawn chairs are allowed. No glass containers. [Read more…] about Free Summer Concerts At Clement Park June 4 to August 13
Highlands Ranch Summer Concert Series 2026
Music fills Thursday nights at the Highlands Ranch Summer Concert Series from June 5 through July 31, 2025. Bring a picnic dinner (or money to purchase food truck treats) to Highland Heritage Regional Park, with the music starting at 6:30 p.m. Sorry, no dogs or glass containers allowed. Admission is FREE and open to the public. [Read more…] about Highlands Ranch Summer Concert Series 2026
Littleton Museum 2026 Summer Concert Series June 3 to July 22
Music fills the Wednesday night air at the Littleton Museum Summer Concert Series running June 3 through July 22, 2026. Performances run from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. and are open to the public. The concerts are FREE with first-come, first-served open seating. You are welcome to bring your own blankets or lawn chairs and a picnic basket of snacks. [Read more…] about Littleton Museum 2026 Summer Concert Series June 3 to July 22
‘Rock The Mountain’ Summer Concert Series Returns to Outlets at Castle Rock
Rock The Mountain features more than 30 FREE live music performances by local musicians at the Outlets at Castle Rock. The open-air concerts will be held every Saturday and Sunday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. starting Memorial Day weekend and continuing through Labor Day. The stage will be in the East 4th Street Courtyard next to H&M. [Read more…] about ‘Rock The Mountain’ Summer Concert Series Returns to Outlets at Castle Rock
Concerts at the Crescent on Tuesdays in Greenwood Village
Concerts at the Crescent takes place on Tuesday evenings from June 2 through August 4, 2026, at the Crescent Amphitheater in Greenwood Village. Bring your friends, family and a picnic dinner. A local food truck will be on site each week. The park opens at 5 p.m. The FREE concerts start at 6 p.m., ending around 8 p.m. For a map to the venue, scroll to the bottom of the post. [Read more…] about Concerts at the Crescent on Tuesdays in Greenwood Village
Free City Park Jazz Summer Concerts For 2026
For more than 125 years jazz music has wafted across Denver’s City Park. This summer is no exception with City Park Jazz, Sundays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., June 7 through August 9, 2026, by City Park Pavilion on Ferril Lake. Because the bandstand was destroyed in a March fire, a temporary stage will be set up and the shows will go on! [Read more…] about Free City Park Jazz Summer Concerts For 2026
Great Outdoors Waterpark Promises Tons Of Affordable Summer Fun
Here’s an affordable, cool alternative to those hot summer days: Great Outdoors Waterpark in Lafayette. It may not be the largest complex in town, but it offers a ton of amenities including a lazy river (with tubes), 21-foot high double flume slides, aqua arch (think monkey bars over the water), lap pool, vortex pool and much more for all ages. [Read more…] about Great Outdoors Waterpark Promises Tons Of Affordable Summer Fun
Free Admission to 11 Central Colorado Attractions
Looking for a fun, family getaway that doesn’t cost an arm and a leg? Take a road trip and see the Colorado nobody told you about. Cheyenne, Elbert, Kit Carson and Lincoln counties have joined forces to create Our Journey, a website that showcases interesting things to do on Colorado’s Central Plains.
You can visit 11 museums and attractions from Memorial Day through Labor Day for FREE simply by mentioning the password “Our Journey” when you get to each attraction. [Read more…] about Free Admission to 11 Central Colorado Attractions
Music in the Gardens Returns to 17th Street Community Gardens
Enjoy the vibrant sounds of downtown Denver this summer with the Music in the Gardens weekday lunchtime live music series, which will return to the 17th Street Community Gardens from May 18 through October 30, 2026. Organized by the Central Platte Valley Metropolitan District, Music in the Gardens will be held every Monday to Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on 17th & Wewatta Streets across the plaza from Whole Foods. [Read more…] about Music in the Gardens Returns to 17th Street Community Gardens
Mobile Concert Series Spreads Music Across Greenwood Village
Grab a blanket and have a picnic as you join music fans for the Mobile Concert Series — four concerts in Greenwood Village. Each Thursday in June the concert will move to a different park in the city. From country to funky, the series features a different style of music each week. All shows start at 6 p.m. [Read more…] about Mobile Concert Series Spreads Music Across Greenwood Village
Thornton’s Rhythms & Reels Fill Thursday Nights With Music & Movies
The city of Thornton’s Rhythms & Reels is a series of live concerts (rhythms) and movie screenings (reels) at various parks in Thornton throughout the spring and summer. This FREE family-friendly event combines the best of live musical entertainment and outdoor movie magic. The series takes place from May 31 to July 26, 2025. [Read more…] about Thornton’s Rhythms & Reels Fill Thursday Nights With Music & Movies
Buntport Theater: Tickets Are Name-Any-Price (Even $0) To ‘This Is The Day ’91’
Buntport Theater is staging This Is The Day ’91, a comedy with a little bit of nostalgia, your daily dose of carrageenan, and a horse named Markham. The show runs May 22 to June 14, 2026, and admission is name any price (including $0). In the play, Kaelyn, Misty, and Elliott as they try to re-create the moment that they broke a Guinness Book World Record in 1991. [Read more…] about Buntport Theater: Tickets Are Name-Any-Price (Even $0) To ‘This Is The Day ’91’