The Atomic Theatre will be hosting the first Atomic Teens Theatre Meetup on Wednesday August 27, 2025, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Wheat Ridge Grange (3850 High Court). If you’re a tween/teen performer who wants stage time, prepare a reading of your favorite picture book to showcase your range and acting ability. [Read more…] about Free Family Theatre Events in Wheat Ridge. Teens Can Perform, too!
Things To Do
RiNo Art District’s Summer Art Market Aug. 23: Local Artists, Make Free Crafts, Food & Music
Here’s another chance to shop from local artists. Visit RiNo Art District’s Summer Art Market on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at RiNo ArtPark. Enjoy live music, shop prints, clothes and goods from more than 50 local makers, try your hand at crafting and participate in a DIY screen-printing station (for the first 200 attendees). Entry is FREE.
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Today! Build A LEGO Boombox For Free & Take It Home August 10
Two Denver area LEGO Stores are holding a mini-build. On Sunday, August 10, 2025, from noon to 2 p.m., build a LEGO Boombox for FREE and take it home with you. This “make and take” event is intended for those six years and older. The LEGO Boombox model will be available on a first come, first served basis, while supplies last, so get there early. [Read more…] about Today! Build A LEGO Boombox For Free & Take It Home August 10
Join ‘Unstudied Adams County’ – A Night of Poetry with Kerrie Joy August 16
How do we love our family, our community, and ourselves? Celebrate the end of Kerrie Joy’s time as Adams County during a night of poetry, music, and food exploring love in all its dimensions. This event is free is on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Anything Wright Farms. [Read more…] about Join ‘Unstudied Adams County’ – A Night of Poetry with Kerrie Joy August 16
Summer Vibes Keep Aurora Teens Entertained With Music, Games & Prizes
The City of Aurora has planned a series of FREE events called Summer Vibes. All activities, entertainment and prizes are free for teens and pre-teens ages 10 to 17. Each month, the event will have a different theme including Art Jam, Sports Night and Glow in the Park. Each Summer Vibes will also feature local food trucks, door prizes, a community resource fair and crafts. [Read more…] about Summer Vibes Keep Aurora Teens Entertained With Music, Games & Prizes
Free Entrance To All National Parks and More On September 27 — Reserve An Entry Time Slot Now
The National Park Service is waiving entrance fees to all of its parks, monuments and other sites on National Public Lands Day, Saturday, September 27, 2025. The aspens of Rocky Mountain National Park, virtually in the metro Denver/Boulder area’s backyard, are showing the yellows and oranges, and the bull elk are bugling early in the morning and again in the afternoon and evening in one of the Rockies’ most fantastic wildlife experiences. [Read more…] about Free Entrance To All National Parks and More On September 27 — Reserve An Entry Time Slot Now
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
2025 Littleton Twilight Criterium Rolls Back Into Town On August 2
The Audi Denver Littleton Twilight Criterium is back for 2025. On Saturday, August 2, 2025, the country’s top pro cyclists will race through Downtown Littleton. The race promises to be as thrilling as ever as part of The Gold Rush Omnium, a USA cycling sanctioned series of criterium races across the Denver Metro area. Along with races on the fast-paced 0.8 mile course, there are bike waves for all levels, an accessible ride, a family cruiser ride, and an Arts Festival featuring local vendors, crafts, live music, craft beer, and more. [Read more…] about 2025 Littleton Twilight Criterium Rolls Back Into Town On August 2
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
Ktone Cares Neighborhood Pop-Up Block Party July 26 – Food, Music, Games & Free Backpacks
Ktone Cares Foundation hosts a Neighborhood Pop-Up Block Party on Saturday, July 26, 2025, from noon to 5 p.m. at Well Power (3401 Eudora St.) in Denver. This is a family fun-filled FREE event with kids zone, obstacle course, food and merchandise vendors, community resource tables, music, face painting and balloon twisting. Plus, there will be a school backpack giveaway (first come, first served). [Read more…] about Ktone Cares Neighborhood Pop-Up Block Party July 26 – Food, Music, Games & Free Backpacks
Family Fun Fest at Mile High Flea Market July 26
As we hit the height of summer, the community is invited to a day filled with family-friendly entertainment, great food, and local fun at the ginormous Mile High Flea Market. Family Fun Fest is set for Saturday, July 26, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be family-friendly entertainment, face painting, balloon art, the DMNS Curiosity Cruiser, freebies, deals and more. [Read more…] about Family Fun Fest at Mile High Flea Market July 26
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
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
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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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
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
Wednesday Summer Concert Series at Green Valley Ranch
Music returns to the Green Valley Ranch Town Center Park for the 2024 season with a FREE Summer Concert Series held alongside the weekly Farmers Market. Families are encouraged to bring a picnic dinner to enjoy at the show or to purchase from one of the local food trucks on site. All concerts are Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. [Read more…] about Wednesday Summer Concert Series at Green Valley Ranch
Marjorie Park ‘Uncorked’ Returns For 2025. Free Entry, But Registration Required
Marjorie Park Uncorked features wine, beer, yard games and live music, performance or comedy on select dates throughout the summer. Admission is FREE, though registration is required. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with performances from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. There is limited seating available, first come, first served and all are welcome to bring their own folding chair, cushions and blankets, as well as a picnic. [Read more…] about Marjorie Park ‘Uncorked’ Returns For 2025. Free Entry, But Registration Required
Independence Eve Celebration Takes Over Downtown Denver’s Civic Center Park. Huge Drone Show Planned!
Independence Eve returns to Civic Center Park on Thursday, July 3, 2025. Gates will open at 5 p.m. for this FREE, family-friendly event. Enjoy music from the Colorado Symphony Brass & Percussion Ensemble, DJ CYN, performers from Circus Foundry and a Night Market. Once again, Indy Eve will feature Denver’s largest drone show along with a light show.
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Boulder Pride Festival Returns To Boulder Central Park Bandshell June 15
Boulder’s annual Pridefest returns to Boulder Central Park (the Boulder Bandshell) on Sunday, June 15, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The FREE festival is a celebration for all LGBTQ people and allies that aims to foster the bonds of community and bring us one step closer to equality, respect and well-being for all. [Read more…] about Boulder Pride Festival Returns To Boulder Central Park Bandshell June 15
Longmont Pride Festival Welcomes Entire Community June 7
The annual Longmont Pride Festival is Saturday, June 7, 2025 at Roosevelt Park from 3:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Come out for a day full of great activities, amazing community partners sharing information, Pride goodies from Rocky Mountain Equality, and other fantastic vendors.
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