The annual Denver PrideFest is a FREE weekend-long celebration of community, family and culture in Civic Center Park and recognized as one of the top 10 of its kind in the country. The event is Saturday & Sunday, June 28 & 29, 2025. Produced by The Center on Colfax and open to all, it features two stages with live entertainment. [Read more…] about Denver PrideFest 2025 Is One Of The Best (and Biggest) In The Nation June 28 & 29
Things To Do
Englewood SunSET Free Concert Series Thursdays in July
Popular local musicians take to the stage at CityCenter Englewood Amphitheater on Thursdays in July for the SunSET Concert Series from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Concert-goers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and picnic to this FREE outdoor event. There will also be food trucks at each performance.
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Cool Off! How To Get Out On The Water Around Denver, Even If You Don’t Own a Boat
Colorado may be a landlocked state, but even if you don’t own a boat you can still jet around that cool city lake or paddle along the shores of a reservoir during the summer. There are an array of services and outfitters available right in and near Denver, from private boat owners and boat rental shops to marinas right by the water. [Read more…] about Cool Off! How To Get Out On The Water Around Denver, Even If You Don’t Own a Boat
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
21+ Free & Cheap Things for Denver-Boulder Kids To Do This Summer
School is out and there’s tons of Front Range fun for families on a budget. Summer in Denver-Boulder brings free or cheap kids’ movies, free swimming at many rec center pools, a chance for kids to bowl free, behind-the-scenes tours, free days at museums and so much more.
Plus, living in beautiful Colorado, we have the foothills and mountains, which are always free. Here are 21+ FREE or cheap things for Denver-Boulder kids to do this summer. [Read more…] about 21+ Free & Cheap Things for Denver-Boulder Kids To Do This Summer
9 Best Places to Go Swimming This Summer Around Denver
Summer is here and the water is calling. Even though Colorado is a land-locked state, there are plenty of places to take a dip, both in natural bodies of water and outdoor swimming pools. I’ve found 9 of the best places to swim in the Denver area, all with budget-minded water fans in mind. Make sure to double-check any pool schedule before going for any changes. [Read more…] about 9 Best Places to Go Swimming This Summer Around Denver
Downtown Denver’s Cherry Blossom Festival On June 21 & 22
Celebrate Japanese-American culture, food, music, crafts and dance at Denver’s annual Cherry Blossom Festival, Saturday & Sunday, June 21 & 22, 2025. FREE performances start each day at 11 a.m. and include martial arts, folk dancing, Japanese drumming, Japanese Enka (traditional) songs, and lots more. [Read more…] about Downtown Denver’s Cherry Blossom Festival On June 21 & 22
Today! Colorado Avalanche Holds First-Ever End of Season Equipment Sale June 21 – Prices Start at Just $10
Goal! If you’re a diehard fan of the Colorado Avalanche, you definitely don’t want to miss out on this special sale — the first one of its kind ever for the team! It’s a rare opportunity to take part of the action on the ice home with you, perfect for displaying in your office, game room or wherever you want to show your Colorado Avalanche pride. Or you could use the equipment for whenever you take to the ice. [Read more…] about Today! Colorado Avalanche Holds First-Ever End of Season Equipment Sale June 21 – Prices Start at Just $10
Take An International Trip To The One World Festival
Take a trip around the world without ever leaving Colorado. Formerly known as The Mile High Global Bazaar, the One World Festival is a two-day celebration of international cultures, arts, crafts, merchandise and music. It runs Saturday & Sunday, June 28 & 29, 2025, from noon to 6 p.m. on both days at Wynkoop Plaza at Union Station in Downtown Denver. [Read more…] about Take An International Trip To The One World Festival
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.
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Lakewood Celebrates Independence Day With Big Belmar Bash July 3. Music, Food, Kids’ Fun & Drone Show
All of Lakewood heads to Belmar to celebrate Independence Day (a day early) at the Big Belmar Bash on Thursday, July 3, 2025, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. There’s fun for all ages. Bring your dancing shoes to enjoy the live bands, little ones will be entertained with kids’ activities, local vendors will showcase unique goods, and a wide variety of food and drinks will satisfy any craving. [Read more…] about Lakewood Celebrates Independence Day With Big Belmar Bash July 3. Music, Food, Kids’ Fun & Drone Show
Edgewater Music Festival on June 21. Food and Music To Help Habitat For Humanity
The Edgewater Music Festival — formerly known as the Blues & BBQ Festival — is set for June 21, 2025, at Citizens Park in Edgewater, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. No matter the moniker, for 27 years, the festival has been raising money for Habitat for Humanity and other programs that benefit affordable housing. [Read more…] about Edgewater Music Festival on June 21. Food and Music To Help Habitat For Humanity
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
Up! Up! and Away! Frederick in Flight June 20 to 22
The Town of Frederick celebrates the many forms of flight with its annual Frederick in Flight — including hot air balloon lifts, tethered balloon rides, a Glow Party with beer garden and food trucks, and tons of FREE fun for the whole family Friday to Sunday, June 20 to 22, 2025. [Read more…] about Up! Up! and Away! Frederick in Flight June 20 to 22
Ways To Volunteer In Denver
Give back to the community by donating time and helping out at one of these many charities and public service organizations. The best part, volunteers can aid in areas that speak to them, be that with kids, animals, feeding people and so on, and sometimes get access to events and shows as well.
This list is meant to provide information on many of the local groups looking for volunteers, but keep in mind it’s always best to check in and find out what they need. [Read more…] about Ways To Volunteer In Denver