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Family Activities

Visit The Village: Holiday Family Fun at Arapahoe County Fairgrounds. Bring A New Toy or Gift For Free Entry

The Arapahoe County Fairgrounds and Event Center is the site of holiday, family fun with Visit The Village on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Holiday revelers of all ages came spend the day strolling through a local vendor village, making crafts, meeting with Santa, sliding down an inflatable tubing hill, enjoying children’s activities, food, beverages, and more. [Read more…] about Visit The Village: Holiday Family Fun at Arapahoe County Fairgrounds. Bring A New Toy or Gift For Free Entry

Posted by Laura on November 16, 2025 | Updated October 29, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Things To Do

Savor The Holidays at Denver’s German-Style Christkindl Market. New Location This Year

In the cities Germany, Austria and the German-speaking part of Switzerland, vendors set up stalls in the plaza around the cathedral to sell charming gift items and all manner of holiday goodies. Denver’s 2025 Christkindl Market moves to its new home at Tivoli Quad at Auraria Campus from Friday, November 21 through Tuesday, December 23, 2025. [Read more…] about Savor The Holidays at Denver’s German-Style Christkindl Market. New Location This Year

Posted by Laura on November 15, 2025 | Updated November 8, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Shopping · Things To Do

How to Enjoy Free Popcorn & $3 Soft Drinks at Harkins Theatres in 2026

These deals from Harkins Theatres definitely offer blockbuster savings for movie lovers! The regional theatre chain is now selling its popular 2026 Loyalty Cup. The program rewards frequent moviegoers with low-cost soft drinks throughout the year. Even if you don’t go to the movies often, the cup pays for itself in just a few visits. [Read more…] about How to Enjoy Free Popcorn & $3 Soft Drinks at Harkins Theatres in 2026

Posted by Bryan on November 15, 2025 | Updated November 15, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities

On-Sale Dates & Shows Announced for 2026! Denver Center for the Performing Arts Offers Discount Tickets Through DCPAccess Program

Denver is a world-class city, when it comes to the arts and so much more. And, fortunately for theater lovers on a budget, the city makes the arts more affordable for all. Among the Denver Center for Performing Arts’ discount programs, the most popular is its DCPAccess. The much-loved program provides affordable access to its shows — even the occasional Broadway production. [Read more…] about On-Sale Dates & Shows Announced for 2026! Denver Center for the Performing Arts Offers Discount Tickets Through DCPAccess Program

Posted by Bryan on November 14, 2025 | Updated November 15, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Things To Do

King Soopers Offers Discount on Denver Nuggets & Colorado Avalanche Tickets

Get ready for lots of action on the court and ice at Ball Arena, thanks to King Soopers! For a limited time, the store is making grocery shopping a little more fun for Nuggets and Avalanche fans. When you check out, look at the bottom of your receipt for special offer exclusively for King Soopers customers who spend $25 or more in a single transaction. [Read more…] about King Soopers Offers Discount on Denver Nuggets & Colorado Avalanche Tickets

Posted by Bryan on November 13, 2025 | Updated November 13, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Sports & Recreation · Things To Do

Disney On Ice ‘Let’s Dance’ Skates into Denver This December for Family Fun

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The perfect early Christmas gift for the whole family! Disney On Ice skates into Denver with its new “Let’s Dance” show at the Ball Arena — from December 5 to 7, 2025. The show brings Disney stories to life through world-class ice skating. Expect a performance sure to bring joy and fun to everyone in the family! [Read more…] about Disney On Ice ‘Let’s Dance’ Skates into Denver This December for Family Fun

Posted by Bryan on November 12, 2025 | Updated November 12, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

Last Day to Enter Final Lottery! How to Get Cheap Tickets for Disney’s Blockbuster Musical ‘The Lion King’ 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 Disney’s blockbuster musical The Lion King roars back into Denver at the Buell Theatre from October 23 to to November 16, 2025. Here’s a rare opportunity to get tickets to the popular show on the cheap: [Read more…] about Last Day to Enter Final Lottery! How to Get Cheap Tickets for Disney’s Blockbuster Musical ‘The Lion King’ in Denver

Posted by Bryan on November 6, 2025 | Updated November 6, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Things To Do

Family Storytime with Author Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow. Kids Get A Free Book, Too!

Join award-winning children’s book author Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow for a special family storytime on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Eloise May Library. The author will give a lively reading with sing-alongs and fun movement breaks. Attendees will receive a FREE copy of her book Together We Are Sunshine (while supplies last). [Read more…] about Family Storytime with Author Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow. Kids Get A Free Book, Too!

Posted by Laura on November 2, 2025 | Updated October 30, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

Mile High Youth Theatre Presents Theatre For Young Audiences

Mile High Youth Theatre’s (MHYT) new Theatre for Young Audiences program features performers ages 13 and up presenting shows for early elementary audiences. Productions tour to schools, libraries, and community spaces across Denver, bringing FREE live theatre directly to young audiences.​ Their latest show is The Velveteen Rabbit based on the book by Margery Williams. [Read more…] about Mile High Youth Theatre Presents Theatre For Young Audiences

Posted by Laura on October 25, 2025 | Updated October 22, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

Win Denver Museum of Nature & Science Tickets To See ‘The Secret World of Elephants’

All winners have been drawn and notified. Elephants are among the most beloved creatures in the animal kingdom. Now you can discover the science behind nature’s most lovable giants, from how they “hear” through their feet to ways they contribute to daily life around the planet. The Denver Museum of Nature & Science has a new temporary exhibit The Secret World of Elephants from October 24, 2025 to January 25, 2026. [Read more…] about Win Denver Museum of Nature & Science Tickets To See ‘The Secret World of Elephants’

Posted by Laura on October 21, 2025 | Updated October 23, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Things To Do

Corn Mazes and Pumpkin Patches Open In 2025

Corn mazes and pumpkin patches are abundant in September and October. Here’s a list of what we know is happening, along with any coupons or discounts. We’ve also included a handy map below , which should help you easily locate the attractions. Just click on the corn icon for more details. All attractions are open through October 31, unless otherwise noted. [Read more…] about Corn Mazes and Pumpkin Patches Open In 2025

Posted by Laura on October 21, 2025 | Updated October 21, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Things To Do

Fall Into Fun at Aurora’s Huge Fall Community Festival Oct. 25

Aurora’s Fall Into Fun festival is back on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Aurora Municipal Center. The FREE event celebrates all things fall with live musical performances, a pumpkin patch, fun family-friendly activities and plenty of eats from local food trucks. [Read more…] about Fall Into Fun at Aurora’s Huge Fall Community Festival Oct. 25

Posted by Laura on October 15, 2025 | Updated September 27, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Things To Do

Michaels’ Sunday Kids Club Offers Free Family-Friendly Seasonal Crafting Event

Kids can be so crafty! Give children of any age art supplies and let their creativity flow. And Michaels‘ Sunday Kids Club offers a creative outlet for little crafty hands. The arts and crafts store hosts kids-oriented art projects on select Sundays throughout the year. Best of all for parents, the class doesn’t cost a dime and no clean up necessary afterward. [Read more…] about Michaels’ Sunday Kids Club Offers Free Family-Friendly Seasonal Crafting Event

Posted by Bryan on October 12, 2025 | Updated October 13, 2025 Filed Under: Classes & Workshops · Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

New Dates Announced! Michaels Hosts Free Family-Friendly MakeBreak Craft Events

Get creative with your family fun budget! If you’re feeling “crafty”, head to Michaels for a fun weekend afternoon with the family. The popular store’s MakeBreak craft events offer a creative outlet for kids of all ages — an opportunity to make a fun seasonal craft to take home. Mark your calendar now, so you don’t miss out. [Read more…] about New Dates Announced! Michaels Hosts Free Family-Friendly MakeBreak Craft Events

Posted by Bryan on October 11, 2025 | Updated October 11, 2025 Filed Under: Classes & Workshops · Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

Englewood Holiday Express Transforms Belleview Farm Into The North Pole. Get Tickets Now Before They Sell Out!

The Belleview Farm is transformed into the North Pole with festive lights, colorful decorations and an army of elves to create the essential Winter Wonderland experience during Englewood Holiday Express. The event runs Friday & Saturday, December 5 & 6 and December 12 & 13, 2025, from 3 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This event is always a sell-out so you may want to buy your tickets now. [Read more…] about Englewood Holiday Express Transforms Belleview Farm Into The North Pole. Get Tickets Now Before They Sell Out!

Posted by Laura on October 8, 2025 | Updated October 7, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

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