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Today! Build LEGO Harry Potter Butterbeer Truck & Take It Home September 7

On Sunday, September 7, 2025, LEGO is hosting a special Harry Potter Butterbeer Truck giveaway for FREE — from noon to 2 p.m. LEGO has cast a spell on kids of all ages for years, thanks to the creativity the building blocks bring to families all over the world. And the two LEGO Stores in Colorado are holding the special mini-build for Harry Potter fans. [Read more…] about Today! Build LEGO Harry Potter Butterbeer Truck & Take It Home September 7

Posted by Bryan on September 6, 2025 | Updated September 7, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Kids Fun · Sports & Recreation · Things To Do

Save Up To 25% on Tickets for Disney On Ice ‘Let’s Dance’ in Denver

It’s always “magical” when parents can save money on family fun, especially when it’s from Disney. 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 Save Up To 25% on Tickets for Disney On Ice ‘Let’s Dance’ in Denver

Posted by Bryan on September 4, 2025 | Updated September 4, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

Fairmount Fur-Ever Fest Celebrates Life of Pets Who Have Passed September 14

There’s no question, our pets are part of the family. They become another one of the “kids” in the household — always playful, fun and loving. And, when it’s their time to cross the rainbow bridge, the loss can be just as painful and devastating. They may be gone, but there are fur-ever in our hearts and minds. [Read more…] about Fairmount Fur-Ever Fest Celebrates Life of Pets Who Have Passed September 14

Posted by Bryan on August 24, 2025 | Updated August 24, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Pets · Services

Free Family Theatre Events in Wheat Ridge. Teens Can Perform, too!

The Atomic Theatre will be hosting the first Atomic Teens Theatre Meetup on Wednesday August 27, 2025, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Wheat Ridge Grange (3850 High Court). If you’re a tween/teen performer who wants stage time, prepare a reading of your favorite picture book to showcase your range and acting ability. [Read more…] about Free Family Theatre Events in Wheat Ridge. Teens Can Perform, too!

Posted by Laura on August 20, 2025 | Updated August 19, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Things To Do

Final Day! How to Get Discounted Tickets for 2025 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 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 Final Day! How to Get Discounted Tickets for 2025 Colorado Renaissance Festival This Summer

Posted by Bryan on August 2, 2025 | Updated August 3, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Kids Fun · Sports & Recreation · Things To Do

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

Posted by Bryan on July 30, 2025 | Updated July 29, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Things To Do

Carousel of Happiness Rides Cost $3; The Happiness is Free

Carousel of Happiness (20 Lakeview Dr.) is Nederland’s magical menagerie featuring 56 whimsical, hand-carved animals on a restored 1910 Looff carousel, turning to the music of a 1913 Wurlitzer ban organ. Rides are only $3. Frequent riders can purchase 10-ride punch cards for $25. [Read more…] about Carousel of Happiness Rides Cost $3; The Happiness is Free

Posted by Laura on July 19, 2025 | Updated July 18, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

Family Fun Fest at Mile High Flea Market July 26

As we hit the height of summer, the community is invited to a day filled with family-friendly entertainment, great food, and local fun at the ginormous Mile High Flea Market. Family Fun Fest is set for Saturday, July 26, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be family-friendly entertainment, face painting, balloon art, the DMNS Curiosity Cruiser, freebies, deals and more. [Read more…] about Family Fun Fest at Mile High Flea Market July 26

Posted by Laura on July 16, 2025 | Updated July 15, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Things To Do

This Saturday! 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 This Saturday! Rocky Mountain PBS Kids Fest In Northglenn July 19. Meet Clifford, Daniel Tiger & Others

Posted by Laura on July 15, 2025 | Updated July 14, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

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

Posted by Bryan on June 22, 2025 | Updated June 22, 2025 Filed Under: Classes & Workshops · Family Activities · Kids Fun

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

Posted by Laura on June 16, 2025 | Updated June 13, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Things To Do

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

Posted by Bryan on June 15, 2025 | Updated June 16, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Kids Fun · Sports & Recreation · Things To Do

Colorado Music Festival Performs Free Family Concert on July 6. Get Tickets Now!

The Colorado Music Festival offers a summer of classical music-filled days and nights at the historic Chautauqua Auditorium in Boulder. On Sunday, July 6, 2025, at 10:30 a.m., the Festival performs its Family Concert: Sherlock Holmes and The Case of the Missing Maestro. Tickets sell quickly for this event which is why we are posting it now.
[Read more…] about Colorado Music Festival Performs Free Family Concert on July 6. Get Tickets Now!

Posted by Laura on June 14, 2025 | Updated June 12, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Kids Fun

Regal Cinemas’ Summer Movie Express: Enjoy $1 Family-Friendly Flicks for 9 Weeks

All aboard, bored kids! On a hot summer day, there’s nothing better than a morning at the movies to keep the family entertained…and all in an air-conditioned theater. Regal Cinemas has scheduled 9 weeks of family-friendly flicks at select theaters for its popular (and budget-friendly!) Summer Movie Express.  [Read more…] about Regal Cinemas’ Summer Movie Express: Enjoy $1 Family-Friendly Flicks for 9 Weeks

Posted by Bryan on June 9, 2025 | Updated June 17, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

This Weekend! Chalk This Up to Fun: Denver Chalk Art Festival In Golden Triangle Neighborhood June 7 & 8

chalkOver a span of 48+ hours, 200 professional, amateur and student artists will use chalk to paint thousands of square feet of raw pavement into re-creations of masterpieces, modern art and their own original pieces during the Denver Chalk Art Festival in the Denver Golden Triangle District. The FREE festival, Saturday & Sunday, June 7 & 8, 2025, transforms streets and sidewalks into a temporary outdoor art museum. [Read more…] about This Weekend! Chalk This Up to Fun: Denver Chalk Art Festival In Golden Triangle Neighborhood June 7 & 8

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

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