Enjoy a bit of the bard with Shakespeare in the Parking Lot. Six actors with the Denver Center for the Performing Arts perform a 45-minute abridged version of a classic play in and around a pickup truck “set” in the library parking lot. Shows are FREE, but do bring a camp chair to sit on.
The next performance is A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Ross-Barnum Branch Library on Saturday, October 5 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
If your kids bring home more candy than you want them to eat (again) this trick-or-treat season, consider donating the excess to the Halloween Candy Buy-Back. This is a national program in which children bring Halloween candy to participating dental practices in exchange for cash and prizes, usually a certain amount per pound of candy. We aren’t delusional in thinking that most youngsters are willing to give up all of their candy, but they may be more willing when they learn it is sent to troops overseas. [Read more…] about Trade Your Halloween Candy For Cash
The BiTSY Stage adapts international folktales into rich, family-friendly live productions. This is a wonderful way to introduce the little ones to theater. These adaptations “celebrate the things we all have in common while exploring the differences that make our world so rich.” Next up is The Necromancer’s Stone from Thursday, October 3 through Saturday, November 23. [Read more…] about Free BiTSY Stage Family Theater Performances
Throughout October, Denver Zoo will transform into a festive fall wonderland, with pumpkin sculptures, scarecrows and more than 3,500 animals providing the backdrop for three seasonal events for all ages. Wild Fall at Denver Zoo includes two all-new events — Taps & Tails, an adults-only bier hall featuring Colorado’s best breweries and live entertainment, and Enchanted Hollows, an eerie nighttime experience that will transport guests to a world of Halloween story and lore.
Plus, Boo at the Zoo, a Denver favorite, returns for its 34th year. Here are the details on all three: [Read more…] about Get Tickets For Wild Fall Events at Denver Zoo
Thousands of beer fans are flocking to the Mile High City this October for the annual celebration of all things hops and barley. To help kick off the festivities, The Curtis – a DoubleTree by Hilton is partnering with Breckenridge Brewery to help get the festivities started with a special Curtis Garage Party on Thursday, October 3 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. [Read more…] about Beer and Games at Curtis Hotel’s Free Garage Party
To celebrate National Chicken Month, Smashburger is offering a deal worth clucking about for hungry bargain hunters. While the chain is known for its juicy burgers, they also offer more on the menu, including chicken. The chain’s Classic Grilled Sandwich includes lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles and mayo, all on a multi-grain bun. [Read more…] about Get Chicken Sandwich For $1 at Smashburger
Goal! Are you ready for an action-packed night with the Colorado Avalanche? The second annual Avalanche Fan Fest returns to Pepsi Center on Thursday, September 26. The FREE event includes an interactive practice, Avalanche prize giveaways, and, new this year, a chance to win a stick from your favorite Avs player during an on-ice ceremony. [Read more…] about Tonight! Avalanche Fan Fest Offers Free Fun, Food & Giveaways
Fall is the time to be corny and sentimental, with so much family time on the calendar. And one of the best places to explore all things fall is at Maize in the City. The family-friendly attraction is Colorado’s favorite rural fall event, featuring a 20-acre corn maze, mini maze, pumpkin field, corn kernel box, sand art, corn launcher, barrel train ride, playground, face painting, petting zoo, ponies and more. Admission is FREE, with activity prices varying from no cost to $20. The attraction opens Saturday, September 28. [Read more…] about Enter To Win: 4-Pack of Tickets to Maize in the City
The big screen is one of the best ways to experience and understand the journey of others — their triumphs and tribulations. Movies can take you into worlds (past and present) you wouldn’t experience otherwise. Films can allow you to empathize with someone else’s story, especially those involving important cultural and historical issues. [Read more…] about Harkins Theatres Hosts Women’s Equality Film Series With $5 Tickets
South Suburban and the City of Centennial team up to host a Fall Festival. The FREE event is open to all ages and includes bobbing for pumpkins, a fall-themed obstacle course, snacks, prizes and giveaways. Fall Festival takes place on Saturday, September 28, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Goodson Recreation Center. Although the event is free; please register at ssprd.org, or call 303-347-5999. 6315 S. University Blvd., Centennial.
The 4th annual Denver Language School (DLS) Night Market is a unique blend of Asian and Hispanic heritages into a festival that highlights the best of both worlds, builds community and promotes DLS as a leading language immersion program. The FREE event is set for Saturday, September 28 from 3:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at George Washington High School. [Read more…] about Denver Language School Hosts Night Market Festival
Dairy Block — Denver’s micro-district that celebrates the maker — and ThriftCon are going retro this fall with three special small-scale Thriftopia markets, a curated collection of vintage clothing and collectibles from the 1970s to early 2000s. Thriftopia will feature 30 vendors, as well as DJ sets, cocktails poured by Run for the Roses, and of course some serious thrifting. [Read more…] about Dairy Block & Thriftcon Host Three Thriftopia Shopping Experiences
The importance of bees in our lives and ecosystem cannot be overstated. Without these busy pollinators, we would not have flowers, fruits or honey. The Bee Boulder Festival is a family-friendly event that entertains and enlightens adults and children alike and teaches everyone how to support and protect bees.
For kids, the festival features entertainment by Jeff & Paige, beeswax candle-making workshops, pollinator-themed story times and more. For adults, there are workshops with on how birds pollinate, disperse seeds, control pests and the medicinal uses of honey. It takes place on Saturday, September 28, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Civic Area of Central Park, Boulder.
Mici Handcrafted Italian is Denver’s family-owned destination for craft-made pizza, pasta, salads and more, now with six locations in the Denver metro area. Its wholesome Bambini menu includes options like kids-sized (hormone-free) cheese, (nitrate-free) pepperoni or Veggie Pizza; penne pasta with family-recipe marinara (or alfredo sauce) or simple olive oil and Parmesan. Fun add-ons include Horizon organic milk or chocolate milk and a side of grapes or grape tomatoes. Plus, kids get their very own ball of pizza dough to play with while they wait. [Read more…] about Daughters Eat Free at Mici Handcrafted Italian
Locally-
sourced products cheerleader TheBigWonderful pops up every few months around town. This fall it makes a return to Main Street at The Shops at Northfield Stapleton with more than 80 of Colorado’s most creative craft vendors & fashion trucks, a selection of the tastiest local food trucks, live music all day, and BEERFEST with over 20 breweries, cideries & wineries pouring tastings on Saturday September 28. [Read more…] about TheBigWonderful Pops Up At Stapleton