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Laura

Bands On The Bricks – Free Summer Music in Downtown Boulder

Downtown Boulder is the site of the city’s popular summer music series. Bands on the Bricks. It takes place every Wednesday evening from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. June 10 through July 29, 2026, with rock, reggae and everything in between. Opening acts take the stage at 6 p.m. Headliners go on at 7 p.m. and play until 9 p.m. [Read more…] about Bands On The Bricks – Free Summer Music in Downtown Boulder

Posted by Laura on June 1, 2026 | Updated May 31, 2026 Filed Under: Entertainment

It’s All Greek to Us at the Greek Festival June 5 to 7

Eat, drink and dance like a Greek at the Greek Festival, Friday to Sunday, June 5 to 7, 2026, on the grounds of Assumption Greek Orthodox Cathedral (the place with the giant gold dome). This very popular festival (more than 25,000 people attend each year) encompasses homemade Greek food, live music, dance performances, cooking demos and a Greek boutique stocked with jewelry, clothing, fine art and more. [Read more…] about It’s All Greek to Us at the Greek Festival June 5 to 7

Posted by Laura on May 31, 2026 | Updated May 31, 2026 Filed Under: Things To Do

Chalk This Up to Fun: Denver Chalk Art Festival In Golden Triangle Neighborhood June 6 & 7

chalkOver a span of 48+ hours, more than 200 professional, amateur and student artists will use chalk to paint thousands of square feet of raw pavement into re-creations of masterpieces, modern art and their own original pieces during the Denver Chalk Art Festival in the Denver Golden Triangle District. The FREE festival, Saturday & Sunday, June 6 & 7, 2026, transforms streets and sidewalks into a temporary outdoor art museum. [Read more…] about Chalk This Up to Fun: Denver Chalk Art Festival In Golden Triangle Neighborhood June 6 & 7

Posted by Laura on May 31, 2026 | Updated May 31, 2026 Filed Under: Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

Riverfront Park Summer Sessions Bring Tunes & Food To LoDo

Riverfront Park Summer Sessions returns this summer on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Performances are on an outdoor stage in Commons Park along the South Platte River from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. You’ll find beer and other beverages for sale, as well as food trucks onsite. The event is FREE. [Read more…] about Riverfront Park Summer Sessions Bring Tunes & Food To LoDo

Posted by Laura on May 30, 2026 | Updated June 1, 2026 Filed Under: Entertainment

Evergreen Summer Concert Series Offers Six Shows For 2026

instruments musicThe EPRD Summer Concert Series takes the former Evergreen Lake summer series and spreads it across two venues: Evergreen Lake House and Buchanan Park Field on Wednesday nights this summer. The open-air concerts are every other Wednesday from June 10 to August 19, 2025. Headliners typically take the stage at 6:30 p.m.
[Read more…] about Evergreen Summer Concert Series Offers Six Shows For 2026

Posted by Laura on May 27, 2026 | Updated May 26, 2026 Filed Under: Entertainment

First Fridays In Castle Rock: Live Music, Fun Run, Food & More

Friday nights in the summer are made for enjoying the beautiful weather and unwinding from the long week. Head to Festival Park in downtown Castle Rock on the first Friday of June, July, and August for the appropriately-named First Fridays to enjoy live music, kids’ activities, food trucks, cocktails and a free 5K fun run. [Read more…] about First Fridays In Castle Rock: Live Music, Fun Run, Food & More

Posted by Laura on May 27, 2026 | Updated April 27, 2026 Filed Under: Entertainment · Things To Do

Streets of SouthGlenn Hosts Free Summer Concerts

music notes jazzThe Streets at SouthGlenn hosts a series of FREE summer “Dancing in the Streets” concerts on select Wednesday nights from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Commons Park. Come early to do a little shopping, bring a chair or blanket, pick up something “to go” from one of SouthGlenn’s restaurants or eateries and get ready to dance the night away. Here’s the 2026 concert line-up: [Read more…] about Streets of SouthGlenn Hosts Free Summer Concerts

Posted by Laura on May 27, 2026 | Updated May 26, 2026 Filed Under: Entertainment

Fairmount Cemetery Heritage Rose Sale Offers High Country Roses Grown in Denver Area

Fairmount Cemetery is home to one of the largest known collections of “Old Garden Roses” in North America. Now you can get some to beautify your garden during the annual rose sale, Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. High Country Roses, grown right here in the Denver area will be available. There are scores of varieties from which to choose. [Read more…] about Fairmount Cemetery Heritage Rose Sale Offers High Country Roses Grown in Denver Area

Posted by Laura on May 27, 2026 | Updated April 27, 2026 Filed Under: Home & Garden

Free Kids Train Ride on Boulder’s Pearl St. Mall

The popular Tebo Train, a sweet 100% electric-powered kiddie train, once again is giving FREE rides to children up to age 10 on Monday through Friday mornings from May 26 through September 4, 2026. The Summer Tebo Train boards in front of Wells Fargo at the corner of 13th and Pearl. The rides start at 9:30 am each day. The last train leaves the station at 11 a.m. SHARP. [Read more…] about Free Kids Train Ride on Boulder’s Pearl St. Mall

Posted by Laura on May 26, 2026 | Updated April 7, 2026 Filed Under: Kids Fun · Things To Do

Updated! Family Dollar Store Closing at Leetsdale & Quebec — Up To 50% Off

The Family Dollar store at 7150 Leetsdale Dr. (Leetsdale & Quebec) in Denver is closing. Closeout sales are one of the best ways to find lots of great deals on many popular items — all in one spot. According to a store employee, the store will close on June 20, 2026 or sooner if there is no more merchandise in the store — so likely the store will close well before that date. [Read more…] about Updated! Family Dollar Store Closing at Leetsdale & Quebec — Up To 50% Off

Posted by Laura on May 25, 2026 | Updated May 26, 2026 Filed Under: Shopping

Today, Monday! Commerce City Hosts Ginormous Memorial Day Parade

memorial dayOne 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

Posted by Laura on May 25, 2026 | Updated May 25, 2026 Filed Under: Things To Do

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!

Posted by Laura on May 24, 2026 | Updated May 22, 2026 Filed Under: Services

Rock & Rails in Niwot’s Whistle Stop Park

musicianHere’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

Posted by Laura on May 23, 2026 | Updated May 22, 2026 Filed Under: Entertainment

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

Posted by Laura on May 23, 2026 | Updated May 21, 2026 Filed Under: Kids Fun · Things To Do

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

Posted by Laura on May 22, 2026 | Updated May 21, 2026 Filed Under: Entertainment

Central Park Concerts at Founders Green June 6 to August 1

instruments musicCentral 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

Posted by Laura on May 22, 2026 | Updated May 21, 2026 Filed Under: Entertainment · Things To Do

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

Posted by Laura on May 22, 2026 | Updated April 22, 2026 Filed Under: Shopping · Things To Do

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

Posted by Laura on May 21, 2026 | Updated May 20, 2026 Filed Under: Things To Do

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

Posted by Laura on May 21, 2026 | Updated May 20, 2026 Filed Under: Entertainment

Highlands Ranch Summer Concert Series 2026

banjo instrument musicMusic 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

Posted by Laura on May 21, 2026 | Updated May 20, 2026 Filed Under: Entertainment

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

Posted by Laura on May 20, 2026 | Updated May 19, 2026 Filed Under: Entertainment

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

Posted by Laura on May 19, 2026 | Updated May 18, 2026 Filed Under: Entertainment

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

Posted by Laura on May 18, 2026 | Updated May 17, 2026 Filed Under: Entertainment · Things To Do

Free Admission to 11 Central Colorado Attractions

Colorado FlagLooking 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

Posted by Laura on May 17, 2026 | Updated May 16, 2026 Filed Under: Things To Do

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