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Get Free Water Bottle (with Stickers!) at Lowe’s for One Day Only

On September 6, 2025, Lowe’s is celebrating the back-to-school season by giving away a FREE Kids’ MANNA Water Bottle for the first 250 customers at each location — starting at 10 a.m. No purchase necessary. It’s important for young people to keep their brain and body hydrated, especially now that it’s time to get back to the classroom. [Read more…] about Get Free Water Bottle (with Stickers!) at Lowe’s for One Day Only

Posted by Bryan on August 26, 2025 | Updated August 27, 2025 Filed Under: Home & Garden · Kids Fun · Shopping

Rhythm at Roosevelt is Longmont’s Largest End-Of-Summer Event Sept. 6

Longmont’s Rhythm at Roosevelt (formerly known as Rhythm on the River) is the city’s largest summer event. This festival celebrates the arts and music in one fun‑filled signature event at Roosevelt Park on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. This family-friendly festival is FREE to attend. [Read more…] about Rhythm at Roosevelt is Longmont’s Largest End-Of-Summer Event Sept. 6

Posted by Laura on August 23, 2025 | Updated August 22, 2025 Filed Under: Expired · Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

Water World Hosts Military Appreciation Weekend with Free Admission for Labor Day

You know summer is here, when Water World opens its gates for the season. And Memorial Day weekend is the first time friends and family can splash around at the popular attraction. As part of its opening days for 2025, Water World is hosting its Military Appreciation Weekend to honor and show gratitude for our country’s true heroes. [Read more…] about Water World Hosts Military Appreciation Weekend with Free Admission for Labor Day

Posted by Bryan on August 23, 2025 | Updated August 22, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

Best Deal Available! Sign-Up Now to Get Discount Presale Tickets for 2025 Magic of the Jack O ’Lanterns

The glimmer of jack o’ lanterns always makes the Halloween season more spooky and special. And families can carve out a night of festive fun at one the most popular fall attractions in the Mile High City. The Magic of the Jack O’ Lanterns returns for its 5th year at Hudson Gardens. It’s nearly impossible to get any discounts, so now’s the time to scare up the best deal the attraction offers on tickets. [Read more…] about Best Deal Available! Sign-Up Now to Get Discount Presale Tickets for 2025 Magic of the Jack O ’Lanterns

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

Final Weeks This Summer! 88 Drive-In Theatre Offers Unique Family Fun at Blockbuster Price — Open Every Night of the Week!

Honk! Honk! When anyone thinks of going to the movies, it’s not often they’re referring to a drive-in theater. Simply because they no longer exist in large numbers across America. Luckily, the Denver metro area has a little bit of nostalgia left with the 88 Drive-In Theatre (8780 Rosemary St.) in Commerce City. The popular attraction opened for its 49th season on May 9, 2025. [Read more…] about Final Weeks This Summer! 88 Drive-In Theatre Offers Unique Family Fun at Blockbuster Price — Open Every Night of the Week!

Posted by Bryan on August 9, 2025 | Updated August 10, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Kids Fun · 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

Free Drone Show Tonight! Water World Offers Ticket Discounts, Season Passes and More for Summer 2025

swimScroll down to the bottom for the drone show update! The drone show will be visible from many locations several miles around the park. When the summer temperatures start to sizzle, a day at Water World (8801 N. Pecos St.) in Federal Heights is one of the best (and most fun!) ways to cool off in Colorado. Since opening in 1979 with the first two water slides in the state, the popular water park now boasts more than 50 water adventures. This year, Water World opens for its 46th season on May 24, 2025. [Read more…] about Free Drone Show Tonight! Water World Offers Ticket Discounts, Season Passes and More for Summer 2025

Posted by Bryan on July 25, 2025 | Updated July 26, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Kids Fun · Sports & Recreation · 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

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

23 Best Public Playgrounds Around Denver – Updated!

The Denver metro area is home to more than 700 public playgrounds — some small, some large, some broken-in and some freshly-built. Below are some of our favorites. Chances are you have never heard of these parks, but all are all well worth a visit even if you live a few miles away.
[Read more…] about 23 Best Public Playgrounds Around Denver – Updated!

Posted by MHOTC Staff on June 19, 2025 | Updated June 18, 2025 Filed Under: Kids Fun · Things To Do

Bowl All Summer Long with Lucky Strike Entertainment’s 2025 Summer Season Pass  

Strike! Lucky Strike is brining back its popular Summer Season Pass for 2025, offering passholders two FREE games of bowling every day at hundreds of locations nationwide — from May 13 to September 1, 2025. The program is available in two tiers, Basic and Premium, offering an unbeatable value for families and friends all summer long.  [Read more…] about Bowl All Summer Long with Lucky Strike Entertainment’s 2025 Summer Season Pass  

Posted by Bryan on June 18, 2025 | Updated June 18, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Kids Fun · Sports & Recreation · 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

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