Family Activities

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

One of the most popular stories of all time is Harry Potter, so it’s fitting that the Denver Book Society is partnering with DCPA to kick-off its Summer Reading celebration. On Friday, June 5, 2026, DCPA actors from the show Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will kick off the Denver Book Society’s summer reading program — from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. [Read more…] about Denver Book Society Hosts Summer Reading Kickoff with DCPA Actors from ‘Harry Potter’ Show

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

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 88 Drive-In Theatre Offers Unique Family Fun at Blockbuster Price — Open 7 Days a Week!

With its expansive outdoor plaza serving as a bustling gathering space for baseball fans, foodies, festival goers and music lovers, there’s no end to the events hosted at McGregor Square throughout the year. Join the fun as the plaza showcases some of the best concerts, celebrations and events going on in the city. [Read more…] about Enjoy Family Fun at Movies at McGregor This Summer

Let’s go camping! Thanks to Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, families have a cool option for low-cost family-friendly flicks this summer — from June 5 to August 21, 2026. For more than a decade, Alamo Drafthouse has offered Alamo Kids Camp screenings during the summer, providing families with a fun and affordable way to experience their favorite movies on the big screen. [Read more…] about Alamo Drafthouse Cinema’s 2026 Summer Kids Camp Offers Family Fun with Discounted Tickets

If you’re a Colorado Native or have lived in Denver for years, you know the storied history of the Historic Elitch Theatre (4550 W. 38th Ave.) in Denver. Today, the Theatre is Denver’s oldest cultural venue and serves as a hub for culture, arts and theatre. With major restorations over the years, the theater regularly hosts movie nights, tours and community events. [Read more…] about Historic Elitch Theatre’s Summer Films Series for 2026

Are the kids bored this summer? Yes, of course, they are! Marcus Theatres and Movie Taverns are helping families enjoy affordable fun this season with its Summer 2026 Kids Movie Magic Series, running weekly Sunday to Thursday — from June 7 to August 13, 2026. Kids enjoy a new adventure on the big screen every week! [Read more…] about Movie Tavern Hosts Summer 2026 Kids Movie Magic Series with Discounted Tickets & Snacks

Hey, parents! No exclusive membership required; everyone is welcome to visit this family-friendly clubhouse. Once again, Cinemark is opening the doors on its popular Summer Movie Clubhouse for 10 weeks this summer — from June 1 to August 6, 2026. It’s the perfect adventure for kids bored on a hot summer day, as well as for parents on a budget. 

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