The popular summertime tradition isn’t necessarily “cheap”, but it sure makes for a memorable night of fun under the stars. Denver Film and Denver Arts & Venues are hosting their 27th season of Film on the Rocks at the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre. The film line-up includes cult classics, pop culture hits and past fan-favorites. [Read more…] about Now On Sale! Under The Stars: 2026 Film On The Rocks
Things To Do
Littleton Museum 2026 Summer Concert Series June 3 to July 22
Music fills the Wednesday night air at the Littleton Museum Summer Concert Series running June 3 through July 22, 2026. Performances run from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. and are open to the public. The concerts are FREE with first-come, first-served open seating. You are welcome to bring your own blankets or lawn chairs and a picnic basket of snacks. [Read more…] about Littleton Museum 2026 Summer Concert Series June 3 to July 22
‘Rock The Mountain’ Summer Concert Series Returns to Outlets at Castle Rock
Rock The Mountain features more than 30 FREE live music performances by local musicians at the Outlets at Castle Rock. The open-air concerts will be held every Saturday and Sunday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. starting Memorial Day weekend and continuing through Labor Day. The stage will be in the East 4th Street Courtyard next to H&M. [Read more…] about ‘Rock The Mountain’ Summer Concert Series Returns to Outlets at Castle Rock
Havana Street Night Market Heats Up Aurora This Summer
The Havana Street Night Market is back for another round of fun in 2026. This is the ultimate night market experience packed with amazing food, diverse vendors, and non-stop entertainment. The Market is held outside Leezakaya in Aurora, the last Saturday of the month from May to September. Hours are 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. [Read more…] about Havana Street Night Market Heats Up Aurora This Summer
DU Carillon Concert and Tower Tour On Memorial Day
On of the largest bell towers in the country is located on the University of Denver campus. On Monday, May 25, 2026, listen to guest artist Annie Gao play the Williams Carillon from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. The concert is FREE, open to all and held regardless of weather. And how cool is this? Tours of the tower will be available for FREE after the performance. [Read more…] about DU Carillon Concert and Tower Tour On Memorial Day
Water World Hosts Military Appreciation Weekend with Free Admission for Memorial 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 2026 season, Water World is hosting its Military Appreciation Weekend twice to honor and show gratitude for our country’s true heroes. [Read more…] about Water World Hosts Military Appreciation Weekend with Free Admission for Memorial Day
Concerts at the Crescent on Tuesdays in Greenwood Village
Concerts at the Crescent takes place on Tuesday evenings from June 2 through August 4, 2026, 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 Summer Celebration at Piney Creek Hollow Park Promises Family Fun
Gear up for the ultimate Summer Celebration brought to you by Trails Park and Recreation District. The FREE event is at Piney Creek Hollow Park in Aurora on Friday, May 29, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join family-friendly festivities as local businesses come together to create a kaleidoscope of entertainment. [Read more…] about Free Summer Celebration at Piney Creek Hollow Park Promises Family Fun
Movie Tavern Hosts Summer 2026 Kids Movie Magic Series with Discounted Tickets & Snacks
Are the kids bored this summer? Yes, of course they are! Marcus Theatres and Movie Taverns are helping families enjoy affordable fun this season with its Summer 2026 Kids Movie Magic Series, running weekly Sunday to Thursday — from June 7 to August 13, 2026. Kids enjoy a new adventure on the big screen every week! [Read more…] about Movie Tavern Hosts Summer 2026 Kids Movie Magic Series with Discounted Tickets & Snacks
Kids Day Coming Up! Colorado Rockies Game Day Giveaways, Theme Nights & Fireworks Schedule for 2026 Season
Take me out to the ballgame! The total Coors Field experience for fans 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 and more. [Read more…] about Kids Day Coming Up! Colorado Rockies Game Day Giveaways, Theme Nights & Fireworks Schedule for 2026 Season
Free City Park Jazz Summer Concerts For 2026
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 7 through August 9, 2026, by City Park Pavilion on Ferril Lake. Because the bandstand was destroyed in a March fire, a temporary stage will be set up and the shows will go on! [Read more…] about Free City Park Jazz Summer Concerts For 2026
Lakewood’s Rockin’ Block Party – Concert, Film, Food & Fun
Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park hosts a FREE evening of fun and entertainment with its Rockin’ Block Party on Saturday, June 6, 2026. The community event honors the city’s heritage and dedicated residents (and this year: the 50th anniversary of Heritage Lakewood). The rockin’ good time runs from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. There will be live music from The Long Run (an Eagles tribute), followed by a screening of the film Night at the Museum. [Read more…] about Lakewood’s Rockin’ Block Party – Concert, Film, Food & Fun
Great Outdoors Waterpark Promises Tons Of Affordable Summer Fun
Here’s an affordable, cool alternative to those hot summer days: Great Outdoors Waterpark in Lafayette. It may not be the largest complex in town, but it offers a ton of amenities including a lazy river (with tubes), 21-foot high double flume slides, aqua arch (think monkey bars over the water), lap pool, vortex pool and much more for all ages. [Read more…] about Great Outdoors Waterpark Promises Tons Of Affordable Summer Fun
Teens Work Out for Free All Summer Long in 2026 at Planet Fitness
Summer’s the time to sweat it out and get fit! And, this summer, Planet Fitness is making exercising more affordable for families with teens. The popular fitness center is bringing back its High School Summer Pass program, inviting high school teens ages 14 to 19 to work out for FREE at any of its more than 2,700 Planet Fitness locations across the U.S. and Canada, including 25 locations in Denver. [Read more…] about Teens Work Out for Free All Summer Long in 2026 at Planet Fitness
Cinemark’s Summer Movie Clubhouse 2026 Offers 10 Weeks of Affordable Family Flicks
Hey, parents! No exclusive membership required; everyone is welcome to visit this family-friendly clubhouse. Once again, Cinemark is opening the doors on its popular Summer Movie Clubhouse for 10 weeks this summer — from June 1 to August 6, 2026. It’s the perfect adventure for kids bored on a hot summer day, as well as for parents on a budget.
Harkins Theatres’ 2026 Summer Movie Fun Series — 8 Weeks of Affordable Family Fun
Summer means it’s time to go to the movies! Going to the movies during the summer will always be the perfect adventure for families. Thanks to the many summer film series, it’s a fun, easy and cheap way to escape the heat, while enjoying a family-friendly flick on the big screen. And Harkins Theatres’ Summer Movie Fun series lets frugal families enjoy eight weeks of kids’ movies at a budget-friendly price. [Read more…] about Harkins Theatres’ 2026 Summer Movie Fun Series — 8 Weeks of Affordable Family Fun
17 Mile House Farm Open House on May 30. Register Now For ‘Pollinator-Friendly Gardening’
The 17 Mile House is a 160-year old farm which served as a resting stop for pioneers traveling on the Cherokee/Smoky Hill wagon trails in the 1860s. You can visit for FREE during monthly Open House events. The next one is Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 9 a.m. to noon. The May Open House theme looks at pollinator-friendly gardening. [Read more…] about 17 Mile House Farm Open House on May 30. Register Now For ‘Pollinator-Friendly Gardening’
Thorntonfest Promises Good Times For All June 6
The city of Thornton’s signature event — Thorntonfest — is scheduled for Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 9:15 p.m. at the Carpenter Park Fields. The FREE event (this year it celebrates the city’s 70th anniversary) includes a craft fair, kids zone, live entertainment, Paw Fest, competitions, car show, laser light show, beer garden and much more. [Read more…] about Thorntonfest Promises Good Times For All June 6
Free Admission to 11 Central Colorado Attractions
Looking for a fun, family getaway that doesn’t cost an arm and a leg? Take a road trip and see the Colorado nobody told you about. Cheyenne, Elbert, Kit Carson and Lincoln counties have joined forces to create Our Journey, a website that showcases interesting things to do on Colorado’s Central Plains.
You can visit 11 museums and attractions from Memorial Day through Labor Day for FREE simply by mentioning the password “Our Journey” when you get to each attraction. [Read more…] about Free Admission to 11 Central Colorado Attractions
Regal Cinemas’ Summer Movie Express 2026: Enjoy $1 Family-Friendly Flicks for 11 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 2026: Enjoy $1 Family-Friendly Flicks for 11 Weeks