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 14 to August 3, 2025. There’s plenty for families to do and see, including entertainment, an Artisan’s Marketplace and themed weekends. [Read more…] about Pirate Invasion Themed Weekend! How to Get Discounted Tickets for 2025 Colorado Renaissance Festival This Summer
Family Activities
Rocky Mountain PBS Kids Fest In Northglenn July 19. Meet Clifford, Daniel Tiger & Others
The Rocky Mountain PBS KIDS Fest is set for Saturday, July 19, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at E.B. Rains Jr. Memorial Park in Northglenn. This event is FREE for the entire family. It features games, a scavenger hunt, photo ops with PBS characters, music, an art project and much more. [Read more…] about Rocky Mountain PBS Kids Fest In Northglenn July 19. Meet Clifford, Daniel Tiger & Others
Tickets Now on Sale + Discount on Summer Classes! Denver Center for the Performing Arts Offers Discount Tickets Through DCPAccess
Denver is a world-class city, when it comes to the arts and so much more. And, fortunately, the city makes the theater affordable for all. Among the Denver Center for Performing Arts’ discount programs, the most popular is its DCPAccess — with tickets just $15 each (before fees). The much-loved program provides access to its shows — even the occasional Broadway production — at up to 75% off. [Read more…] about Tickets Now on Sale + Discount on Summer Classes! Denver Center for the Performing Arts Offers Discount Tickets Through DCPAccess
AMC Theatres Offers Half-Price Tickets Every Wednesday This Summer
Two tickets, please! Frugal film fanatics have always known that Tuesday is the day to go to the movies, as many theatre chains offer discounted ticket prices. And, this summer, AMC Theatres is expanding the options to see the latest blockbuster at reduced admission with its “50% Off Wednesdays”. Now, bargain hunters have two days every week to enjoy blockbuster savings at the movies. [Read more…] about AMC Theatres Offers Half-Price Tickets Every Wednesday This Summer
Enjoy Artful Neighborhood Block Party at The Kirkland on July 27
Celebrate The Kirkland joining the Denver Art Museum at a FREE, family-friendly neighborhood block party on July 27, 2025 — from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. After a year of working together to integrate the visitor experience, the event marks the full alignment of the DAM and The Kirkland and celebrates the collective power of creativity and community. [Read more…] about Enjoy Artful Neighborhood Block Party at The Kirkland on July 27
Enjoy Landmark Theatres’ Family Friendly Film Fest 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 Fest Series — from June 21 to August 13, 2025. The series only plays at the Greenwood Village location. Best of all (besides the air-conditioning!), tickets are only $2 each. [Read more…] about Enjoy Landmark Theatres’ Family Friendly Film Fest Series with $2 Tickets — 3 Screenings Every Week
Free Drone Show Coming Up, Get Passes Now! Water World Offers Ticket Discounts, Season Passes and More for Summer 2025
Scroll down to the bottom for drone show update! When the summer temperatures start to sizzle, a day at Water World (8801 N. Pecos St.) in Federal Heights is one of the best (and most fun!) ways to cool off in Colorado. Since opening in 1979 with the first two water slides in the state, the popular water park now boasts more than 50 water adventures. This year, Water World opens for its 46th season on May 24, 2025. [Read more…] about Free Drone Show Coming Up, Get Passes Now! Water World Offers Ticket Discounts, Season Passes and More for Summer 2025
88 Drive-In Theatre Offers Unique Family Fun at Blockbuster Price — Open Every Night of the Week!
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 Denver metro area has a little bit of nostalgia left with the 88 Drive-In Theatre (8780 Rosemary St.) in Commerce City. The popular attraction opened for its 49th season on May 9, 2025. [Read more…] about 88 Drive-In Theatre Offers Unique Family Fun at Blockbuster Price — Open Every Night of the Week!
Today! Grand Opening: Celebrate New 9+CO’s Cloud 9 Park with Free Ice Cream Social, Padel Play & More
Playing in the park is always the go-to adventure for families with kids, especially during the summer. It’s an opportunity for kids to use their imagination, keep active and play in the sunshine. And now families have another option, thanks to the opening of 9+CO’s Cloud 9 Park — a new 1.7 acre park in the community for residents and locals of all ages. [Read more…] about Today! Grand Opening: Celebrate New 9+CO’s Cloud 9 Park with Free Ice Cream Social, Padel Play & More
Apple Stores Offer Free Helpful, Fun Workshops for Kids, Families & New Owners — Register Now
Technology can be fun and allow for lots of creativity! However, it can also be very confusing on how navigate and use devices to their full potential. And, of course, many families use Apple products throughout their home and lives, including Macs, iPhones, iPads and Apple Watches. To help families and kids be as tech savvy as possible, Apple Stores offer many FREE classes and workshops. [Read more…] about Apple Stores Offer Free Helpful, Fun Workshops for Kids, Families & New Owners — Register Now
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 2025. [Read more…] about AMC Theatres’ Summer Movie Camp: 8 Weeks of Family-Friendly Flicks with Cheap Tickets
Bowl All Summer Long with Lucky Strike Entertainment’s 2025 Summer Season Pass
Strike! Lucky Strike is brining back its popular Summer Season Pass for 2025, offering passholders two FREE games of bowling every day at hundreds of locations nationwide — from May 13 to September 1, 2025. The program is available in two tiers, Basic and Premium, offering an unbeatable value for families and friends all summer long. [Read more…] about Bowl All Summer Long with Lucky Strike Entertainment’s 2025 Summer Season Pass
Summer Food Truck Fridays With Games & Live Music at Eisenhower Park
Summer Food Truck Fridays promises great eats, live music and fun games and activities. The FREE event is sponsored by the University Hills Neighborhood Association and runs on various dates from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Eisenhower Park. Musicians typically perform from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. [Read more…] about Summer Food Truck Fridays With Games & Live Music at Eisenhower Park
Barnyard Critter Day at Longmont’s Agricultural Heritage Center June 22
Learn about the roles that chickens, pigs, horses, sheep and other animals play on a working farm at Barnyard Critter Day on Sunday, June 22, 2025. Boulder County Parks & Open Space hosts the FREE event from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Agricultural Heritage Center in Longmont. [Read more…] about Barnyard Critter Day at Longmont’s Agricultural Heritage Center June 22
Colorado Rockies Game Day Giveaways & Fireworks for 2025 Season
Go, Rockies! The total Coors Field experience usually includes a hot dog, popcorn or peanuts, an ice-cold beer (or soft drink) and a souvenir. And part of the fun of going to watch the Colorado Rockies play ball is when Coors Field offers a special giveaway or promo on select game days. This season, they’re giving away jerseys, bobbleheads, hats, tote bags and more. [Read more…] about Colorado Rockies Game Day Giveaways & Fireworks for 2025 Season