Two tickets, please! Going to the movies during the summer is just a given for families looking for blockbuster fun, especially when it’s in an air-conditioned theater or, better yet, under a beautiful Colorado evening sky. There are several FREE and cheap summer film series around town — perfect for seasonal fun on a budget. [Read more…] about Where to Enjoy Free & Cheap Outdoor (and Indoor!) Movies This Summer 2026
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The Orchard Town Center Westminster Summer Concert Series 2026
A dynamic lineup of FREE entertainment marks this summer’s The Orchard Town Center Concerts in Westminster. Bring your lawn chairs and listen to live music on Town Center Drive on select Saturdays in July & August from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. You’ll find plenty of FREE parking and dining options. Here’s the 2026 schedule: [Read more…] about The Orchard Town Center Westminster Summer Concert Series 2026
See New Release First for $5 with Landmark Theatres’ Secret Movie Series
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 See New Release First for $5 with Landmark Theatres’ Secret Movie Series
Free Independence Eve Concert By The Colorado Symphony. Get Tickets Now
The Colorado Symphony extends an invitation to everyone to celebrate America’s 250th and Colorado turning 150 during a special Independence Eve celebration on Friday, July 3, 2026, at 6 p.m. This community concert is FREE and held at the Buell Theatre at the Denver Performing Arts Complex. [Read more…] about Free Independence Eve Concert By The Colorado Symphony. Get Tickets Now
Enjoy Intimate Candlelight Concerts. Get Extra 10% Off Tickets
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Maybe you’ve heard about Candlelight Concerts around the metro Denver area. These special events not only provide a multi-sensory musical experience, but also include a depth of repertoire and breadth of genres, from classical and jazz to show tunes and pop music. And now’s your chance to get 10% off tickets using our special promo code. [Read more…] about Enjoy Intimate Candlelight Concerts. Get Extra 10% Off Tickets
What’s Playing This Week? 88 Drive-In Theatre Offers Unique Family Fun Every Night This Summer at Blockbuster Price
See important outside food & drinks update below! Honk! Honk! When anyone thinks of going to the movies, it’s not often they’re referring to a drive-in theater. Simply because they no longer exist in large numbers across America. Luckily, the Mile High City has a little bit of nostalgia left with the 88 Drive-In Theatre (8780 Rosemary St.) in Commerce City — the only drive-in movie theatre in the Denver metro area. [Read more…] about What’s Playing This Week? 88 Drive-In Theatre Offers Unique Family Fun Every Night This Summer at Blockbuster Price
How to Get Discounted Tickets for 2026 Colorado Renaissance Festival This Summer
Hear ye! Hear ye! Merriment (on a budget) awaits! The 47th annual Colorado Renaissance Festival (650 W. Perry Park Ave.) in Larkspur returns for adventure and family fun for eight weekends this summer — from June 13 to August 2, 2026. There’s plenty for families to do and see, including entertainment, an Artisan’s Marketplace and themed weekends. [Read more…] about How to Get Discounted Tickets for 2026 Colorado Renaissance Festival This Summer
Enjoy Unlimited Game Play for Just $2.50 at Dave & Buster’s on Fourth of July
Game on! This year, the 4th of July marks 250 years of freedom for America. And Dave & Buster’s is celebrating with a big bang of a deal! Families on a budget looking for lots of fun-packed action (and air-conditioning!) on the patriotic holiday should head to the popular entertainment complex. Enjoy the day by playing lots high-tech, interactive games — many based on hit movies and characters. [Read more…] about Enjoy Unlimited Game Play for Just $2.50 at Dave & Buster’s on Fourth of July
Anythink Libraries Summer Community Concert Series Runs July Through September
Anythink Libraries continues its Community Concert Series this summer. It transform parks and public spaces into neighborhood celebrations filled with live music, dancing and community connection. The three-concert series will feature internationally acclaimed and Colorado-based musicians performing world music, Latin rock and cumbia-inspired sounds in Northglenn, Arvada and Thornton from July through September. [Read more…] about Anythink Libraries Summer Community Concert Series Runs July Through September
Landmark Theatres Celebrates Fourth of July with ‘The Firework Bundle’ Movie Deal for 4 Days
Going to the movies in the summer has always been a go-to activity for friends and family. There’s something magical about munching on popcorn in a darkened (and air-conditioned!) movie theater watching the latest summer blockbuster on the big screen. And frugal film fans can spark big savings at Landmark Theatres this Fourth of July weekend. [Read more…] about Landmark Theatres Celebrates Fourth of July with ‘The Firework Bundle’ Movie Deal for 4 Days
See Movie Preview in Reserved Seats – ‘The Invite’
In The Invite, Joe and Angela’s marriage is on thin ice. When they invite their enigmatic upstairs neighbors for a dinner party, the night spirals into unexpected places. Have they reignited the spark or lit the match that burns it all down? Directed by Olivia Wilde, the film stars Seth Rogen, Olivia Wilde, Penélope Cruz and Edward Norton. [Read more…] about See Movie Preview in Reserved Seats – ‘The Invite’
Enter to Win Family 4-Pack of Tickets to Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live
Congratulations to our winner Viola! Get ready to rev your engines, Denver! Following the success of Glow-N-Fire (winner of the Pollstar Family Show of the Year award!), Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live is thrilled to continue the momentum by introducing an all-new truck to the tour: Rhinomite — the dynamite Rhino themed truck. Charging horn-first into challenges, Rhinomite is on a mission to destroy the competition. [Read more…] about Enter to Win Family 4-Pack of Tickets to Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live
Alameda Connects Celebrates Historical Milestones with Free Outdoor Screening of ‘Hamilton’
Celebrate the nation’s 250th and Colorado’s 150th milestones with a special evening in the park!
History comes alive as Alameda Connects presents a FREE outdoor screening of the acclaimed musical Hamilton on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 6 p.m. in O’Kane Park (7101 W. 1st Ave.) in Lakewood to kick off Independence Day week. [Read more…] about Alameda Connects Celebrates Historical Milestones with Free Outdoor Screening of ‘Hamilton’
Denver Film Society and Denver Arts & Venues Host Sunset Cinema Series
A fun night under the stars! Sunset Cinema returns to The Denver Performing Arts Complex (at the intersection of 14th and Curtis St.) This summer, the Denver Film Society has a great lineup of films made possible by Denver Arts & Venues and pre-show entertainment presented by fantastic local groups. Admission is FREE.
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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
Ticket Deal – 50% Off! Colorado Music Festival Is Affordable Way To Hear Magnificent Music
The Colorado Music Festival brings magnificent music right to the heart of Colorado. Under the guidance of renowned conductor Peter Oundjian, the Festival fills the summer with uplifting evenings in Boulder’s historic, all-wood Chautauqua Auditorium from July 9 to August 9, 2026. General admission tickets start at $40. Youth and student tickets are $10. Read on for a special promo code to get 50% off tickets! [Read more…] about Ticket Deal – 50% Off! Colorado Music Festival Is Affordable Way To Hear Magnificent Music
Enjoy Landmark Theatres’ Family Friendly Film Series with $2 Tickets — 3 Screenings Every Week
As if you need another reason to seek out air-conditioning during the summer heat, Landmark Theatres is now offering families one more option for an inexpensive cinematic adventure with its Family Friendly Film Series for Summer 2026 — from June 20 to August 12, 2026. Best of all (besides the air-conditioning!), tickets are only $2. [Read more…] about Enjoy Landmark Theatres’ Family Friendly Film Series with $2 Tickets — 3 Screenings Every Week
Englewood SunSET Free Concert Series Thursdays in July
Popular local musicians take to the stage at CityCenter Englewood Amphitheater on Thursdays in July for the SunSET Concert Series from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Concert-goers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and picnic to this FREE outdoor event. There will also be food trucks at each performance. [Read more…] about Englewood SunSET Free Concert Series Thursdays in July
Get Movie Ticket to See New ‘Moana’ ($15 Value) & Collectible Cup for $1 This Summer
Moana fans will definitely want to sail over to Subway this summer! Fans and families are excited for the highly anticipated live-action reimagining of the popular family film from Disney, which opens in theaters on July 10, 2026. Whether rediscovering Moana’s story or introducing a new generation to the adventure, Subway is helping families see the new movie without causing major waves in their budget. [Read more…] about Get Movie Ticket to See New ‘Moana’ ($15 Value) & Collectible Cup for $1 This Summer
Edgewater Music Festival on June 20. Food and Music To Help Habitat For Humanity
The Edgewater Music Festival — formerly known as the Blues & BBQ Festival — is set for Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Citizens Park in Edgewater, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. No matter the moniker, nearly three decades the festival has been raising money for Habitat for Humanity and other programs that benefit affordable housing. [Read more…] about Edgewater Music Festival on June 20. Food and Music To Help Habitat For Humanity