Family Activities

Thanks to Alamo Drafthouse Cinema (7301 S. Santa Fe Dr.) in Littleton, families have another option for low-cost family-friendly flicks this summer. From June to August, the cinema will open its Alamo Kids Camp and screen a kids flick every week. Admission is only $1, $3 or $5 per person — you decide how much you want to pay! (To be fair, we think adults should probably pay $3 or $5 each and kids just $1 each.) All of the ticket sales will be donated locally to HopeKids Colorado, Douglas County Libraries and Girls Inc. of Metro Denver.

Starting June 5, the flicks run Monday through Friday at 11:30 a.m. Because the cinema chain offers lots of special programming, showtimes may vary. Double-check before making plans. Tickets are available the day at the lobby box office or online. Customers are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy a pre-show full of laugh-inducing, family-friendly shorts — all in an air-conditioned theater.

Here’s the line-up: June – The Pirates! Band of Misfits, Minions, Matilda and Zathura: A Space Adventure; July – The Iron Giant, Trolls, Muppets From Space and The Spongebob Squarepants Movie; and August – Song of the Sea, Speed Racer, Jumanji and The Secret Life of Pets. The movies are open to ages 3 and up. (No infants, please.) Plus, all children must be accompanied by an adult. Be forewarned, the cinema’s well-known (and very popular) “No Talking” policy is still in effect. Therefore, noisy families may be asked to leave.

When school’s out, there’s nothing better than a morning at the movies to keep the kids entertained. Regal Entertainment Group has scheduled 9 weeks of family-friendly flicks at select theaters. During its Summer Movie Express, selected G- or PG-rated movies show every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10 a.m. — starting June 6. (The series starts May 30 at select locations.) Tickets are just $1 each. (Even better, a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Will Rogers Institute.)

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Cinemark opens the doors on its Summer Movie Clubhouse with 10 flicks for $5 – when purchased in advance. $5 punch cards are available at the participating theater’s box office or online. (Note: Without a punch card, it’s still a great deal at $1 per film.) The 10-week film fest begins May 31 with screenings starting at 10 a.m. every Wednesday. The 2017 film line-up includes Sing, The Secret Life of Pets, The LEGO Batman Movie, Trolls, Shrek The Third, Goosebumps, The Iron Giant, Hotel Transylvania 2, Megamind and The Angry Birds Movie. Punch cards are only valid at theater where originally purchased and non-transferable. In Denver metro, there is now only one participating location: Century Aurora (14300 E. Alameda Ave.) The series ends August 2.

There are more participating locations in Colorado: Cinemark Fort Collins (Fort Collins), Cinemark Greeley Mall (Greeley) and Cinemark Tinseltown (Pueblo.) Dates and titles may vary by location.

Turn off the TV for this family-friendly event! The NBC FanFest is stopping in Denver on Tuesday, May 23 and Wednesday, May 24 at Civic Center Park from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. each day. The unique two-day fan affair will feature interactive activities showcasing several of its most popular series, including American Ninja Warrior, America’s Got Talent, The Voice, Little Big Shots, Spartan: Ultimate Team Challenge and the upcoming competition series World of Dance. (Fun Fact: The event will be set up adjacent to the American Ninja Warrior course in Denver, as the show tapes episodes for the new season.) [Read more…] about Family-Friendly Free NBC FanFest Stops in Denver

They’re back! NBC’s American Ninja Warrior is travelling the country to find the best athletes to compete for the coveted title of American Ninja Warrior and the $500,000 grand prize…and you can see the action live! The show is taping Tuesday, May 23 at 8 p.m.; Wednesday, May 24 at 12:30 a.m., 2:30 a.m., 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.; and Thursday, May 25 at 12:30 a.m. at Civic Center Park in Denver. The minimum age to attend is 12. Tickets are FREE, but space is limited. There is a 4 ticket limit per person. If tickets are “sold out”, join the waitlist for tickets — should additional tickets become available. Before requesting tickets, know the following: The taping lasts approximately 4 to 5 hours and is outdoors. As a result, dress accordingly and be prepared. It’s advised you check the weather forecast first, as the taping will occur, rain or shine. As long as you arrive on time and follow the guidelines on the ticket, admission is guaranteed. To request tickets, click here. Remember, this is just to watch the show being taped, not to participate in the game show.

We know this summer tradition isn’t necessarily “cheap”, but it sure is lots of fun. (Actually, 15 bucks for a concert, comedian and flick isn’t so bad, right?) The Denver Film Society and Denver Arts & Venues are once again hosting Film on the Rocks at the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre. (Could you ask for a better backdrop?) The 2017 season includes 9 movies throughout the summer, including cult-classics and past fan-favorites. Each film is preceded by a live concert and local comedian. Here’s the line-up for the 18th season: May 15 – Superbad, May 22 – Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, May 25 – Long Strange Trip, June 5 – Dirty Dancing, June 12 – TBA: Fan-Voted Wedding Film — Vote Here, June 19 – The Fifth Element, July 17 – The LEGO Movie, July 20 – The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert and September 11 – Twister. Gates open 6:30 p.m., bands play at 7 p.m. and the movies start at dusk (around 8:30 p.m.) General admission tickets are $15 each. You can purchase tickets online. However, a $3 convenience fee per ticket applies. (Purchase tickets in advance, because they’re higher on the day of the show at the Red Rocks box office.) Parking is FREE.