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 11 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 11 Best Places to Go Swimming This Summer Around Denver
Things To Do
Scandinavian Midsummer Festival Moves To Highlands Ranch June 28 & 29
It’s no secret that Scandinavians endure long winters when daylight is in short supply. Little wonder that in the summer, when the evening sky rarely darkens, they celebrate. Coloradans can get a taste of that solstice celebration at the Scandinavian Midsummer Festival in Highlands Ranch on Saturday & Sunday, June 28 & 29, 2025, at Civic Green Park. [Read more…] about Scandinavian Midsummer Festival Moves To Highlands Ranch June 28 & 29
Broomfield Summer Concerts Series Plans Six Outdoor Performances
Broomfield fills Wednesday nights with music during its Summer Concerts Series. This year there will be six outdoor concerts. Locations include Anthem Community Park and Midway Park. Concerts are Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Venues open for seating at 5:30 p.m. and seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. [Read more…] about Broomfield Summer Concerts Series Plans Six Outdoor Performances
Louisville Downtown Street Faire: Family, Fun and Music
The annual Louisville Street Faire runs Fridays from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. June 13 through August 8, 2025, with music starting about 6 p.m. rain or shine. You’ll find food, cold drinks, lots of children’s activities, quality arts, crafts, sundries and the event is FREE. Here’s the 2025 lineup: [Read more…] about Louisville Downtown Street Faire: Family, Fun and Music
Red, White & ROCK! A New Way To Celebrate Independence Day at Hudson Gardens
Celebrate Independence Day with Red, White & ROCK!, a new event at The Hudson Gardens & Event Center on July 3, 2024. The family-friendly festivities will feature live music from Super Diamond – The Neil Diamond Tribute Band. In partnership with the City of Littleton, Hudson Gardens will offer kids’ activities, food trucks, cocktails for purchase, and a grand finale fireworks show. [Read more…] about Red, White & ROCK! A New Way To Celebrate Independence Day at Hudson Gardens
Denver Bazaar Comes To Larimer Square
Shop local every second Sunday at Larimer Square with Denver BAZAAR from June 9 to- October 13, 2024. Denver BAZAAR is hosting a monthly Sunday pop-up market on this historic block in the heart of Denver. This event is a slightly smaller sister series to the seasonal Denver BAZAAR you know and love. [Read more…] about Denver Bazaar Comes To Larimer Square
Art, Crafts & Free Music in Downtown Boulder
The annual Boulder Market featuring handmade goods and unique treasures takes place on Sunday, June 9, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Central Park in Downtown Boulder. At the market you will find more than 75 vendors featuring affordable visual art, high quality handmade items, and unique treasures sold from a plethora of local merchants. [Read more…] about Art, Crafts & Free Music in Downtown Boulder
Free Summer Concerts At Clement Park June 5 to August 14
Littleton plays host to Concerts in Clement Park, a series of FREE evening concerts on Thursdays at 7 p.m. Performances are held at the Grant Family Amphitheater. Bring your family and friends to picnic in the park and enjoy this wide range of talent. Blankets or lawn chairs are allowed. No glass containers. [Read more…] about Free Summer Concerts At Clement Park June 5 to August 14
FlatIron Crossing Summer Of Fun Concert Series
Get your dancing shoes ready! FlatIron Crossing plays host to its Summer of Fun Concert Series every Thursday from June 6 through July 25, 2024. From 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Food Court Plaza, you can enjoy live music, dancing, drinks, food and fun. The Beer Garden opens around 5 p.m. by Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar. Here’s the lineup for 2024. [Read more…] about FlatIron Crossing Summer Of Fun Concert Series
Highlands Ranch Summer Concert Series 2025
Music fills Thursday nights at the Highlands Ranch Summer Concert Series from June 5 through July 31, 2025. Bring a picnic dinner (or money to purchase food truck treats) to Highland Heritage Regional Park, with the music starting at 6:30 p.m. Sorry, no dogs or glass containers allowed. Admission is FREE and open to the public. [Read more…] about Highlands Ranch Summer Concert Series 2025
Concerts at the Crescent on Tuesdays in Greenwood Village
Concerts at the Crescent takes place on Tuesday evenings from June 3 through August 5, 2025, at the Crescent Amphitheater in Greenwood Village. Bring your friends, family and a picnic dinner. A local food truck will be on site each week. The park opens at 5 p.m. The FREE concerts start at 6 p.m., ending around 8 p.m. For a map to the venue, scroll to the bottom of the post. [Read more…] about Concerts at the Crescent on Tuesdays in Greenwood Village
Free City Park Jazz Summer Concerts For 2025
For more than 125 years jazz music has wafted across Denver’s City Park. This summer is no exception with City Park Jazz, Sundays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., June 1 through August 3, 2025, at the Bandstand by City Park Pavilion on Ferril Lake. Though it may have “jazz” in the title, this year’s event features a mix of styles. The 10-concert series is FREE with about 5,000 music fans attending each performance. For a map to the location, scroll to the bottom of this post. Here’s the calendar: [Read more…] about Free City Park Jazz Summer Concerts For 2025
Central Park Concerts at Founders Green
Central Park has its own outdoor amphitheatre and continues to host some of Denver’s most well-known bands at Founders Green. Concerts on The Green run June 1 to July 27, 2024, on select Saturdays and begin at 6 p.m. It’s a great way for the entire family to enjoy music under the stars. The stage is at 29th Ave. & Roslyn St. in the heart of the community. [Read more…] about Central Park Concerts at Founders Green
Foothills Fire & Rescue Hosts Annual Pancake Breakfast. Tons of Activities & Fire Truck Rides, Too!
Who loves pancakes? We do, especially when it’s for a good cause. Foothills Fire and Rescue holds its Annual Pancake Breakfast on Sunday June 1, 2025 from 8 a.m. to noon. Firefighters will be cooking pancakes and serving coffee donated by Bean Fosters. And there are a ton of fun things to do including rides on a fire truck, games for the kiddos and demos by all sorts of first responders. [Read more…] about Foothills Fire & Rescue Hosts Annual Pancake Breakfast. Tons of Activities & Fire Truck Rides, Too!
Rock & Rails in Niwot’s Whistle Stop Park
Here’s another concert series to add to your list. Rock & Rails in Niwot’s Whistle Stop Park at 1st and Murray takes place on Thursday evenings from May 30 through August 29, 2024, with food trucks and beer vendors, artisans and kids’ activities. Happy Hour in the park runs from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., with drink specials and the opening music performances. The evening’s Headliner plays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. with one break in the middle. For a map to the venue, scroll to the end of the post. [Read more…] about Rock & Rails in Niwot’s Whistle Stop Park