Entertainment

Westminster’s Movies in the Park Runs May to August

Grab the family and a picnic basket for a good time under the summer stars. The City of Westminster is hosting Movies in the Park on select dates from May to August at various locations. Watch a family-favorite flick on a giant, outdoor screen. Admission is FREE. Activities and food concessions begin at 7 p.m. and the movies start at dusk. [Read more…] about Westminster’s Movies in the Park Runs May to August

How to Get Cheap Tickets for ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ in Denver

Hey, theater-loving muggles in Denver! Going to the theater can be expensive, so any opportunity to save money on tickets is music to the ears of theater lovers on a budget. And the next big show coming to the Mile High City is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, with 27 performances total at the Buell Theatre from May 30 to June 21, 2026. [Read more…] about How to Get Cheap Tickets for ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ in Denver

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

Boulder Ballet Presents ‘Ballet In The Park’ Outdoor Performances

The Boulder Ballet’s annual Ballet in the Park presents outdoor dance performances from a family-friendly repertoire at the Boulder Bandshell on Saturday & Sunday, May 30 & 31, 2026. This mixed repertoire program features many short works that showcase the expansive range of ballet and the incredible works that have been performed throughout the season. [Read more…] about Boulder Ballet Presents ‘Ballet In The Park’ Outdoor Performances

Get Two Free Tickets to See New ‘Power Ballad’ Movie — Starring Nick Jonas & Paul Rudd

When Rick (Paul Rudd), a past-his-prime wedding singer, meets fading boy-band star Danny (Nick Jonas) during a gig, the two bond over music and a late-night jam session. But when Danny turns one of Rick’s songs into the hit that reignites his career, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves — even if it means risking everything he cares about. [Read more…] about Get Two Free Tickets to See New ‘Power Ballad’ Movie — Starring Nick Jonas & Paul Rudd

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’

Regal Cinemas’ Summer Movie Express 2026: Enjoy $1 Family-Friendly Flicks for 11 Weeks

All aboard, bored kids! On a hot summer day, there’s nothing better than a morning at the movies to keep the family entertained…and all in an air-conditioned theater. Regal Cinemas has scheduled 9 weeks of family-friendly flicks at select theaters for its popular (and budget-friendly!) Summer Movie Express. [Read more…] about Regal Cinemas’ Summer Movie Express 2026: Enjoy $1 Family-Friendly Flicks for 11 Weeks

AMC Theatres’ Summer Movie Camp: 8 Weeks of Family-Friendly Flicks with Cheap Tickets

Summertime is all about camping! However, you don’t need to camp outdoors to have fun. Families can camp out at AMC Theatres this summer for lots of fun and adventure. Families can enjoy lots of family-friendly movies at a discounted price. The largest theatrical exhibitor in the U.S. is bringing back its AMC Summer Movie Camp for summer 2026. [Read more…] about AMC Theatres’ Summer Movie Camp: 8 Weeks of Family-Friendly Flicks with Cheap Tickets

Passes Still Available! Movie Sneak Preview: ‘Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan: Ghost War’

As of this morning (May 14), sneak preview passes are still available! In Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan: Ghost War, Jack Ryan (played by John Krasinski) is reluctantly thrust back into the world of espionage when an international covert mission unravels a deadly conspiracy, forcing him to confront a rogue black-ops unit, and the clock is ticking. Operating in real time with lives on the line and the threat escalating at every turn, Jack reunites with battle-tested CIA operative Mike November (Michael Kelly) and former CIA boss James Greer (Wendell Pierce). [Read more…] about Passes Still Available! Movie Sneak Preview: ‘Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan: Ghost War’

Mile High Summer Concerts Guide 2026

Summer is great for so many reasons: wearing shorts and flip-flops every day, going to the mountains, shopping farmers’ markets, free outdoor movies and lots of live music. Luckily, the Front Range is jam-packed with summer concerts — many of them FREE… our favorite kind!

To ensure you don’t miss out on any live music, we’ve created this Mile High Summer Concerts Guide. Concerts are sorted by day of the week. All are FREE unless noted with a $.

Denver Fringe Festival Features Affordable Shows & Free KidsFringe

Original, immersive and experimental performances on the “fringes” of mainstream theatre are the hallmark of the Denver Fringe Festival. This year, the festival is set for Wednesday to Sunday, June 3 to 7, 2026, with 200+ total live performances of 80+ productions at 20 indoor and outdoor venues. [Read more…] about Denver Fringe Festival Features Affordable Shows & Free KidsFringe

Boulder Creek Festival Hosts Two Free Creekside Movie Nights in May

Here’s yet another family-friendly movie night under the Colorado stars! Boulder Creek Festival is thrilled to announce their collaboration with Sundance Film Festival – one of the first Sundance activations since moving to Colorado. The two organizations are co-hosting a FREE Creekside Movie Night on Saturday, May 23, 2026. [Read more…] about Boulder Creek Festival Hosts Two Free Creekside Movie Nights in May

Levitt Pavilion Denver Presents 2026 Free Summer Concert Series. Here’s The Line-Up

The world-class Levitt Pavilion Denver, an outdoor concert venue, has announced its 2026 FREE concert series. The 2026 summer line-up features local, national and international musicians, ranging from acclaimed, emerging talent to seasoned, award-winning artists in every musical genre imaginable.

An RSVP is encouraged, but not required to help the organizers plan for the event. They will accept walk-ups as long as the venue has capacity. [Read more…] about Levitt Pavilion Denver Presents 2026 Free Summer Concert Series. Here’s The Line-Up

Larimer Square Hosts Free Movie Night on the Block This Summer

Lights! Camera! Larimer! Head to Denver’s most historic block to enjoy a new series of FREE outdoor films in the heart of downtown with the new Larimer Square Movie Night on the Block. Grab a bite and sip drink specials from some of your Larimer Square favorites. Then, enjoy a movie under the stars with friends and family for a perfect summer evening. [Read more…] about Larimer Square Hosts Free Movie Night on the Block This Summer

Arvada’s Second Saturday Concert Series & Street Festival Heats Up Summer Fun

Summer evenings in Olde Town Arvada come to life during the Second Saturday Concert Series & Street Festival. This year’s events are May 9, June 13, July 11 & August 8, 2026. The FREE series runs from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and promises to deliver a line-up of local bands, 50+ artisan vendors and family fun, including a dedicated Kids Zone.

Art Night Out in Lafayette Brings Community Together

Art Night Out focuses on art, original music, local bands and products, every second Friday of the month from May through September in downtown Lafayette. The FREE event features artist demos, street performers, stilt walkers, face painters, magicians, food trucks and beer and wine garden, serving local Lafayette brews. [Read more…] about Art Night Out in Lafayette Brings Community Together

Now On Sale! Under The Stars: 2026 Film On The Rocks

The popular summertime tradition isn’t necessarily “cheap”, but it sure makes for a memorable night of fun under the stars. Denver Film and Denver Arts & Venues are hosting their 27th season of Film on the Rocks at the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre. The film line-up includes cult classics, pop culture hits and past fan-favorites. [Read more…] about Now On Sale! Under The Stars: 2026 Film On The Rocks

‘The Pirates of Penzance’ Returns To The Historic Elitch Theatre For One Night Only

Opera Colorado will perform Gilbert and Sullivan’s The Pirates of Penzance on the Historic Elitch stage on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. — 135 years after the beloved operetta was first performed at this very theatre in 1891. The performance is part of the theatre’s Elitch Encore Series — bringing live theatre back to Denver’s oldest stage. [Read more…] about ‘The Pirates of Penzance’ Returns To The Historic Elitch Theatre For One Night Only