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Golden’s Movies & Music in the Park This Summer

movies 2This summer, Golden shines a little brighter at night! The town’s popular and FREE Movies & Music In The Park series plays at Parfet Park (10th St. & Washington Ave.) on select Fridays. Each night enjoy music and a family-friendly movie under the stars! The band takes the stage at 7 p.m. and the featured film, shown on a giant inflatable screen, starts at dusk — around 8:30 p.m.
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Posted by Bryan on June 7, 2025 | Updated June 6, 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

17 Mile House Farm Open House on June 14. Register Now For ‘Cherry Creek Valley History’

The 17 Mile House is a 160-year old farm which served as a resting stop for pioneers traveling on the Cherokee/Smoky Hill wagon trails in the 1860s. You can visit for FREE during monthly Open House events. The next one is Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 9 a.m. to noon. The June Open House theme looks at the history of Cherry Creek Valley. [Read more…] about 17 Mile House Farm Open House on June 14. Register Now For ‘Cherry Creek Valley History’

Posted by Laura on June 5, 2025 | Updated May 30, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Things To Do

First Night Rescheduled! Movie Nights at Infinity Park for 2025 — Monday & Friday Nights This Summer

Stars in the sky and action on the big screen — the perfect summer night for family fun in the park. Glendale is again hosting Movie Nights at Infinity Park for FREE in 2025 — Monday Movie Madness and Friday Night Flicks! Bring your chairs or big blanket and secure your spot on the lawn for a relaxing summer night under the stars. Don’t forget to pack some snacks, too! [Read more…] about First Night Rescheduled! Movie Nights at Infinity Park for 2025 — Monday & Friday Nights This Summer

Posted by Bryan on June 5, 2025 | Updated June 5, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

Outdoor Movie Series at Denver’s Central Park

Along with your friends, family and neighbors, grab your blankets, coolers and snacks for a fun night under the stars. Denver’s Central Park Outdoor Movie Series kicks off in June each summer, offering the community an outdoor experience on its South Green (29th Ave & Roslyn St). Showtimes generally begin at dusk and are held on select Fridays throughout the season. [Read more…] about Outdoor Movie Series at Denver’s Central Park

Posted by Bryan on June 1, 2025 | Updated June 6, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

Teens Work Out for Free All Summer Long in 2025 at Planet Fitness

Summer’s the time to sweat it out and get fit! And, this summer, Planet Fitness is making exercising more affordable for families with teens. The popular fitness center is bringing back its High School Summer Pass program, inviting high school teens ages 14 to 19 to work out for FREE at any of its 2,700+ Planet Fitness locations across the U.S. and Canada, including 25 locations in Denver. [Read more…] about Teens Work Out for Free All Summer Long in 2025 at Planet Fitness

Posted by Bryan on June 1, 2025 | Updated June 6, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Sports & Recreation

Anythink Libraries Invites Locals to Create During mySummer 2025

Anythink Libraries,which serves Adams County, is putting artistic expression at the forefront of its annual mySummer initiative that runs from June 1 through July 31, 2025. New and returning Anythinkers are invited to discover their creative potential through a variety of FREE, hands-on programs, workshops and experiences designed to inspire the creative thinker in everyone. [Read more…] about Anythink Libraries Invites Locals to Create During mySummer 2025

Posted by Laura on May 31, 2025 | Updated May 30, 2025 Filed Under: Classes & Workshops · Family Activities · Things To Do

Hyland Hills Summer Concert Series at Clear Creek Valley Park

Hyland Hills Park and Recreation District amps up the season with its Summer Concert Series. The FREE and family-friendly event offers four concerts (one a month) in Clear Creek Valley Park from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Bring your own chairs (and a picnic if you wish). Along with the live music, there will be food trucks, beverages and fun stuff for the kids to do. [Read more…] about Hyland Hills Summer Concert Series at Clear Creek Valley Park

Posted by Laura on May 30, 2025 | Updated June 12, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Things To Do

Metro Summer Kids Movies in Loveland

movie kidsNot to be left out of the summer kids’ flicks craze, Loveland families have an option for family-friendly fun “on the cheap” at MetroLux 14 Theatres at Centerra. The theatre chain is hosting its Metro Summer Kids Movies from June 17 to August 7, 2025 — every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m. Tickets are just $2. [Read more…] about Metro Summer Kids Movies in Loveland

Posted by Bryan on May 28, 2025 | Updated June 6, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Kids Fun · 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 May 27, 2025 | Updated May 28, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Things To Do

Harkins Theatres Hosts Tuesday Night Classics Film Series with Discounted Tickets

Movies, movie, filmTwo tickets for Tuesday, please! Harkins Theatres is showing a classic film every week at a classic price with its Tuesday Night Classics film series. Experience your favorite films the way they were meant to be seen — on the big screen! Or enjoy an iconic film you’ve been meaning to see for years for the first time. The series makes for a fun, inexpensive night out with friends or family. [Read more…] about Harkins Theatres Hosts Tuesday Night Classics Film Series with Discounted Tickets

Posted by Bryan on May 23, 2025 | Updated June 7, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema’s Summer Kids Camp Offers Family Fun with Discounted Tickets

movies 2Let’s go camping! Thanks to Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, families have a cool option for low-cost family-friendly flicks this summer. For more than a decade, Alamo Drafthouse has offered Alamo Kids Camp screenings during summer (and winter) breaks, providing families with a fun and affordable way to experience their favorite movies on the big screen. [Read more…] about Alamo Drafthouse Cinema’s Summer Kids Camp Offers Family Fun with Discounted Tickets

Posted by Bryan on May 22, 2025 | Updated May 22, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

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 Denver Center for the Performing Arts Offers Discount Tickets Through DCPAccess

Posted by Bryan on May 21, 2025 | Updated May 26, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Things To Do

Westminster’s Movies in the Park

Movies, movie, filmGrab the family and a picnic basket for a good time under the summer stars. The City of Westminster is hosting Movies in the Park on select dates from May to September. Watch a family favorite flick on a giant, outdoor screen. Admission is FREE. Activities and food concessions begin at 7 p.m. and the movies start at dusk. Bring your chair or blanket and enjoy the show. [Read more…] about Westminster’s Movies in the Park

Posted by Bryan on May 21, 2025 | Updated June 6, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

Historic Elitch Theatre’s Summer Films Series for 2025

MoonAndStarsIf 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 2025

Posted by Bryan on May 20, 2025 | Updated June 6, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

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