Is there anyone who attended school in metro Denver who has not been to the remarkable Denver Museum of Nature & Science in City Park?
On weekday mornings during the school year, a fleet of yellow buses park outside while youngsters explore the dinosaur skeletons, the brilliant minerals, artifacts from space exploration or a myriad of other collections. [Read more…] about Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Take a step back in time at Four Mile Historic Park, Denver’s oldest standing structure and surrounding 12-acre history park. The site is open for tours Wednesday through Sunday and offers educational programming throughout the year.
Visitors can tour the historic house, meet the horses, goats, and chickens, and learn about the craftsmanship of the historic barns and outbuildings.
Nestled on the banks of Cherry Creek, the Four Mile House was the last stop coming west to Denver along the Cherokee Trail.
A welcome site for weary travelers, it was a place to wash off the trail dust, eat a home-cooked meal, or spend the night before heading in to Denver.
Today, Four Mile Historic Park showcase’s Colorado’s rich history and allow you to experience “where the American West comes to life!”
Four Mile Historic Park, 715 S. Forest St., Denver, 720-865-0800
Museum & Park Public Hours
January to May:
Friday to Sunday: Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
June to December:
Wednesday to Sunday: Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Admission Prices
Adults (18-64): $8
Seniors (65+) & Military (with ID): $7
Youth (7-17): $6
6 & Under: FREE
Four Mile Historic Park Members: FREE
Admission includes a variety of family activities, such as gold panning, farm chores, and prairie games.
SCFD Free Days are generally held the fourth Friday of every month. You can go here to reserve a ticket for Free Day admission.
Information: info@fourmilepark.org
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
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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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
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
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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!
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
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
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
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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
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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