The annual Colorado Chocolate Festival at the Delta by Marriott in Northglenn is Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and features more than 50,000 chocolate samples from more than 80 regional and national vendors. If thousands of chocolate samples isn’t enough enticement, this year’s festival also offers contests, a Mother’s Day gift market, games and kids activities.
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The annual four-day Denver Potters Association Spring Show & Sale features the creative output of more than 30 local artists and serves as a showcase for affordable, unique items. Admission is FREE. You’ll find functional and sculptural ceramics, glass, jewelry, fiber and wood creations. It takes place Thursday, May 7 through Sunday, May 10, 2026. [Read more…] about Denver Potters Association Spring Show & Sale May 7-10
Get ready, Denver! Mendocino Farms is celebrating the grand opening of its newest Colorado location Downtown at 1380 16th St. in Denver. The new location officially opens on May 5, 2026. The restaurant’s “creative sandwiches, salads and more take you on an unexpected culinary adventure with fresh ingredients and fearless flavor combinations.” [Read more…] about Final Day to Sign-Up! Mendocino Farms Celebrates Denver Grand Opening with Free Entrée
Customers of all ages are invited to Anythink’s Maker Fair. Discover the technical and creative possibilities in The Studio’s makerspace at Anythink Thornton Community Center on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Meet and mingle with Studio experts and staff members, and get inspired to learn or master a new skill. [Read more…] about The Studio Maker Fair at Anythink Thornton Community Center May 9
Happy Transplants Garden Club’s annual Plant Sale is Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (or until sold out). The sale features member-grown $3 tomato plants (many varieties), other assorted vegetables and some herbs. You’ll also find assorted annuals and perennials all value-priced. Need some tips on how to grow? Club members will be on hand to offer advice. [Read more…] about Shop Happy Transplants Garden Club Annual Plant Sale
You’re always welcome at Olive Garden! There you’re treated like family. And that means you don’t leave without food to take home for later. The popular Italian restaurant is bringing back one of its most popular giveaways for all to enjoy. Olive Garden diners enjoy two delicious dishes for one tasty price with its “Buy One, Take One” special back on the menu — for a limited time. [Read more…] about Last Day! Olive Garden Brings Back Popular ‘Buy One, Take One’ Special for Limited Time
On Sunday, May 3, 2026, LEGO is hosting a special Star Wars N-1 Starfighter Mini-Build for FREE — from noon to 2 p.m. Customers can put together a small project and take it home for FREE, no catch! Anyone can join in the fun. And the three LEGO Stores in Colorado are holding the special mini-build for Star Wars fans. [Read more…] about Today! Build LEGO Star Wars N-1 Starfighter & Take It Home
POW! ZAP! FREE! Calling all comic book enthusiasts! This year, FREE Comic Book Day on May 2, 2026 is celebrating more than 20 years of the annual celebration and giveaway. The colorful day is the biggest event in the comic book industry — a single day when comic book shops across North America and around the world give away comic books absolutely FREE to all.
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Getting fit usually means eating healthier — including lots of salads! And one of the best places to get a bowl of greens is at Crisp & Green. Known for their salads, wraps, grain bowls and smoothies, the popular eatery is celebrating National Fitness Day with a big giveaway for one day only. In fact, it’s for one hour only! [Read more…] about Today! Crisp & Green Celebrates National Fitness Day with Totally Free Entrée — Salad, Grain Bowl or Wrap!
Captured during her sold-out world tour, Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D) brings an innovative new concert experience to the big screen from one of the most celebrated and successful artists of her generation. Presented in immersive 3D, the film is directed by Academy Award winners James Cameron and Billie Eilish. [Read more…] about Movie Sneak Preview – ‘Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour’ in 3-D
Mortal Kombat II blasts into theaters in a fury of high-stakes intensity as the Earthrealm fighters — now joined by Johnny Cage himself — must engage in the deadliest fights of their lives to save the universe from the ultimate evil. Supercharged with a next level roster of fighters that delivers true-to-game authentic action, the film levels up the gory violence, badass fights, and iconic biting humor to create a must-see bloody good time at the movies. [Read more…] about Movie Preview – ‘Mortal Kombat II’
Calling all Moms! Head to the Outlets at Castle Rock for Moms & Mimosa on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will include two free mimosas, sweet treats, freebies, giveaway entries, goodie bag, Outlets gift card and access to exclusive shopping coupons for the top name brand stores. You get all of this for $15 (supporting The Help and Hope Center of Castle Rock). [Read more…] about Moms Get Mimosas, Gift Cards, Goodie Bag & More at Outlets at Castle Rock
Spring over to Lakewood for family fun in the sun this weekend! Spring House Pilates (2060 Youngfield St.) in Lakewood is throwing a Spring Block Party on Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. — just in time for the sunny weather expected this weekend. Admission is FREE. West + Main is co-hosting the community event. [Read more…] about Spring House Pilates Hosts Free Spring Block Party This Saturday
Get ready for summer grillin’! Holy smokes, this celebration promises to be lots of fun for BBQ enthusiasts! Holy Smokes BBQ – The Grillin’ Shop (6770 S. Peoria St.) in Centennial is celebrating 10 years of helping customers take their outdoor cooking experience to a higher level. The shop offers a wide variety of grills, smokers, tools, rubs, sauces and accessories. [Read more…] about Holy Smokes BBQ Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Food, Fun & Giveaways
Love a good plot twist at the movies? Many of the major movie theater chains (AMC Theatres, Cinemark and Regal Cinemas) host “mystery” screenings with an opportunity for film fanatics to be one of the first to see a new release before it’s “officially” released to the public. And, best of all, tickets are available at a discounted price. [Read more…] about New Date, New Time! See New Release First for $5 with Landmark Theatres’ Secret Movie Series
Get ready for a galaxy-sized celebration! Bricks and Minifigs Littleton has plans a full Star Wars weekend packed with fun for fans of all ages. The FREE event is Saturday to Monday, May 2 to 4, 2026. Expect LEGO prizes and giveaways, exclusive in-store deals, and some seriously cool finds — including Star Wars-inspired art from local artist Mike Lorenzo and themed crochet creations from Love Hooks and Books and Designs.By.DanielK. [Read more…] about Star Wars Celebration at Bricks and Minifigs Littleton. Come In Costume, Get Free Minifig Stand
The Golden Eagle Concert Band goes on a “Road Trip” with a concert on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 2 p.m. at the Wheat Ridge Center for Music and Arts, located in Wheat Ridge United Methodist Church. This lively and imaginative performance transforms the concert hall into an open highway, complete with a charismatic radio DJ guiding the journey. Admission is free; a suggested donation of $10 is appreciated. [Read more…] about Golden Eagle Concert Band Performs Road Trip-Themed Concert May 9
Calling all chicken sandwich fans! If you love chicken tenders, nuggets and sandwiches, you are definitely familiar with Denver’s own Birdcall. Founded in 2016, eatery’s mission is to offer a new kind of dining experience — enhanced through a blend of all-natural foods, superior service, innovative art & design and cutting-edge technology. [Read more…] about Final Day! Birdcall Offers Buy-One-Get-One Chicken Sandwich for Remainder of April
Denver BAZAAR is bringing their lively weekend marketplace to the heart of Sloan’s Lake neighborhood, with its Spring Bazaar taking over three blocks between 17th Ave. & W. Conejos Pl. on Saturday, May 9 & 10, 2026. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both days. This is an all ages, family-friendly, dog friendly event. The best part? Admission is FREE. [Read more…] about Sloan’s Lake Spring Bazaar Features Shopping & Sipping
In The Sheep Detectives, a witty, new breed of mystery, George (Hugh Jackman) is a shepherd who reads detective novels to his beloved sheep every night, assuming they can’t possibly understand. But when a mysterious incident disrupts life on the farm, the sheep realize they must become the detectives. [Read more…] about See Movie Preview – ‘The Sheep Detectives’