The Arapahoe Libraries offers FREE Exploration Passes good for admission to 15 Denver area museums and attractions. Passes are available in limited quantities each day and grants admission for up to 7 people (some are fewer, so be sure to check the pass for specifics) to these places at no cost. You can book passes up to 30 days in advance. [Read more…] about Get Free Local Attraction Passes Through Arapahoe Libraries
Family Activities
Landmark Theatres Hosts Retro Replay Film Classics with $7 Tickets — August is “Happy Birthday, Mr. Hitchcock”
Landmark Theatres is presenting a new classic film series, Retro Replay — perfect for frugal film fanatics. Check out a different film every Tuesday, with a new theme every month. All shown at a blockbuster price! Tickets are only $7, so grab your fellow cinephiles and make it a weekly date. This month, the theme is “Happy Birthday, Mr. Hitchcock.”
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History Colorado Offers Free Membership To Fourth Grade Students & Their Families
Roam free, history buffs! While kids under the age of 18 now receive year-round free entry to any History Colorado site, the organization now offers a FREE year-long membership to all fourth grade students in the state. Benefits will include FREE admission to all eight of its museums for students and their families, one FREE child ticket to the Georgetown Loop Railroad (with the purchase of an adult ticket), discounts on programs, and a subscription to their monthly eNews. You can sign up here. [Read more…] about History Colorado Offers Free Membership To Fourth Grade Students & Their Families
Denver Center for Performing Arts Offers $10 Tickets for Students
For those who love the arts, there’s no better “classroom” than experiencing a production on the stage. Musicals and plays always leave you feeling inspired in so many different ways. However, the expense of going to the theater can prevent many students on a tight budget from attending. Fortunately, the Denver Center for Performing Arts makes it more affordable with its student discount program. [Read more…] about Denver Center for Performing Arts Offers $10 Tickets for Students
Distortions Monster World Offers Discounted Admission For One Day Only
Things go bump in the night…and during the day! If you love anything and everything spooky and creepy, you must experience Distortions Monster World at the Denver Pavilions. The monster-filled exhibit is a unique experience for those who would love every day to be Halloween. Plus, it’s the only opportunity for lots of one-of-a-kind “horrific” selfies with friends and family — perfect for social media. [Read more…] about Distortions Monster World Offers Discounted Admission For One Day Only
Redbox: Free Movies & TV With No Subscription Required — Includes On Demand!
No contracts, credit card or password necessary! Redbox may be known for its little red disc-rental kiosks at grocery and convenience stores. However, they offer more entertainment options than just movie and game rentals. The entertainment company also offers FREE Live TV with dozens of family-friendly channels. [Read more…] about Redbox: Free Movies & TV With No Subscription Required — Includes On Demand!
Final Day! Harkins Celebrates 88th With Blockbuster Deals
Harkins Theatres is celebrating its 88th anniversary with two blockbuster deals for movie lovers on a budget. Going to the movies can be an expensive outing, especially for families. That makes this deal even more worthy of the spotlight. Even though everyone is watching movies on so many different platforms and devices nowadays, there’s still something special about watching a flick on the big screen in a darkened theatre. [Read more…] about Final Day! Harkins Celebrates 88th With Blockbuster Deals
Chill This Summer at Frozen Fire Rink In Idaho Springs
With recent soaring temperatures you may be surprised to learn Colorado has an outdoor ice rink where you can skate or ride bumper cars. Idaho Springs’ Frozen Fire Rink is the coolest place to play hockey, practice your skating tricks or slide and bump your way to fun all while surrounded by our Rocky Mountains. [Read more…] about Chill This Summer at Frozen Fire Rink In Idaho Springs
Promenade Shops’ Movies on Main in Loveland
Who says summer film series are only limited to the big city? The Promenade Shops at Centerra (5971 Sky Pond Dr.) in Loveland is hosting a Friday night family film series — Movies on Main. Admission is FREE. Bring your own picnic, blankets and lawn chairs. Plus, FREE popcorn and cotton candy will be available, while supplies last. [Read more…] about Promenade Shops’ Movies on Main in Loveland
Movie Cars, Classic Cars & More! Rodz & Bodz Museum Opens At Colorado Mills
Attention, car enthusiasts! Want to see “Bumblebee,” the bright yellow Chevy Camaro from Transformers? Or maybe replica of the Mystery Machine from Scooby Doo? A new museum boasts more than 60 movie, classic and vintage cars. Rodz & Bodz Museum opens inside Colorado Mills on Saturday, May 15 and is filled with vehicles, signs and automobile memorabilia. [Read more…] about Movie Cars, Classic Cars & More! Rodz & Bodz Museum Opens At Colorado Mills
Updated! Now Showing: Which Movie Theaters Are Open (Again) in Denver?
Lights! Camera! Action! It’s just not quite the same watching a summer blockbuster on the small screen in your living room. Film fanatics have struggled to fully enjoy their favorite pastime over the last several months. There’s just something special about watching the action on the big screen in a darkened theater. (Plus, it’s nearly impossible to replicate movie theater popcorn at home, right? It has something to do with that “buttery topping’!) [Read more…] about Updated! Now Showing: Which Movie Theaters Are Open (Again) in Denver?
Cinemark Reopens All Nine Colorado Locations On Friday
Can you smell the popcorn? It’s showtime again, film fanatics! After being closed for nearly two months because of state restrictions, Cinemark is popping popcorn again at all nine of its Colorado locations, starting on Friday, January 8. Going to the movies will definitely still feel different because, under the current guidelines, indoor theaters can only operate at 25% capacity — with a 50-person limit and 6-foot distancing between parties. [Read more…] about Cinemark Reopens All Nine Colorado Locations On Friday
Harkins Theatres Reopens Both Colorado Locations On Friday
Lights! Camera! Action! It’s showtime again, film fanatics! After being closed for months, Harkins Theatres is popping popcorn again at both of its Colorado locations, starting on Friday, January 8. Going to the movies will definitely still feel different because, under the current guidelines, indoor theaters can only operate at 25% capacity — with a 50-person limit and 6-foot distancing between parties. [Read more…] about Harkins Theatres Reopens Both Colorado Locations On Friday
Sweet Deal: Take Hammond’s Candy Factory Tour For Free
Hammond’s Candies has been making delicious candies in Denver since 1920 and they still do it the old-fashioned way…in small batches. The local candy company offers FREE 30-minute factory tours from Monday through Friday. The sugar-filled experience is a great way to entertain the entire family. The tour shows the candy makers mixing, pouring and hand-pulling a variety of sweets, including oversize candy canes, ribbon candy, lollipops and more. And, of course, everyone gets a FREE sweet treat at the conclusion of the tour. Sweet! [Read more…] about Sweet Deal: Take Hammond’s Candy Factory Tour For Free
Denver Museum of Miniatures Dolls & Toys Welcomes The Young And Young-at-Heart
The Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls & Toys includes more than 20,000 objects and changes up major exhibits at least four times a year. Regardless of when you visit, you’ll find giant teddy bears, Madame Alexander dolls, board games, fully furnished miniature houses, miniature trains, planes & cars, a miniature circus and much more dating from as far back as the 1700s. [Read more…] about Denver Museum of Miniatures Dolls & Toys Welcomes The Young And Young-at-Heart