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Open Every Night of the Week! 88 Drive-In Theatre Offers Unique Family Fun at Blockbuster Price

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 Open Every Night of the Week! 88 Drive-In Theatre Offers Unique Family Fun at Blockbuster Price

Posted by Bryan on June 8, 2025 | Updated June 9, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

Fun at Highlands Street Fair 2025. Live Music, Food Trucks & 100+ Vendors

Head over to West 32nd Street between Irving and Perry for the annual Highlands Street Fair on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. This FREE family-friendly neighborhood event in northwest Denver features live music, more than 100 vendors, food trucks and family-friendly activities. [Read more…] about Fun at Highlands Street Fair 2025. Live Music, Food Trucks & 100+ Vendors

Posted by Laura on June 8, 2025 | Updated June 6, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

Get Active at Lakewood Family Fun Day June 21

Hop, skip or jump your way to Family Fun Day in Lakewood on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Carmody Park. Celebrating fitness for all ages, this FREE event emphasizes the vital role that parks and recreation play in building a strong, healthy and resilient community while giving families a chance to play together. [Read more…] about Get Active at Lakewood Family Fun Day June 21

Posted by Laura on June 8, 2025 | Updated June 2, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Sports & Recreation · Things To Do

Boulder Concert Band Presents Free Concerts at Local Parks This Summer

The Boulder Concert Band kicks off a summer of presenting FREE performances in local parks with a visit to Martin Park on Monday, June 9, 2025. Concerts are on Mondays from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Concert-goers are encouraged to bring a picnic dinner. Considered to be one of the foremost adult community bands in the United States, the Boulder Concert Band comprises more than 50 volunteer musicians. [Read more…] about Boulder Concert Band Presents Free Concerts at Local Parks This Summer

Posted by Laura on June 8, 2025 | Updated June 7, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment

Denver Film Society and Denver Arts & Venues Host Sunset Cinema Series

A fun night under the stars! Sunset Cinema returns to The Denver Performing Arts Complex (at the intersection of 14th and Curtis St.) This summer, the Denver Film Society has a great lineup of films made possible by Denver Arts & Venues and pre-show entertainment presented by fantastic local groups. Admission is FREE.

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Posted by Bryan on June 8, 2025 | Updated June 8, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

Where to Enjoy Free & Cheap Outdoor (and Indoor!) Movies This Summer

MoonAndStarsTwo tickets, please! Going to the movies during the summer is just a given for families looking for blockbuster fun, especially when it’s in an air-conditioned theater or, better yet, under a beautiful Colorado evening sky. There are several FREE and cheap summer film series around town — perfect for seasonal fun on a budget. [Read more…] about Where to Enjoy Free & Cheap Outdoor (and Indoor!) Movies This Summer

Posted by Bryan on June 7, 2025 | Updated June 7, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

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

Posted by Laura on June 7, 2025 | Updated June 6, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

4th of July Drone Show at Hiwan Golf Club in Evergreen. Tickets On Sale

Get ready for a brand-new way to celebrate the 4th of July in Evergreen. Hiwan Golf Club is the site of a fun-filled night under the stars with live music, great food trucks, cold drinks, Kids Zone and an incredible Drone Show lighting up the summer sky. The 4th of July Drone Show is from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person, with a portion of sales benefiting the Evergreen Parks & Recreation District. [Read more…] about 4th of July Drone Show at Hiwan Golf Club in Evergreen. Tickets On Sale

Posted by Laura on June 7, 2025 | Updated June 6, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

Golden’s Movies & Music in the Park This Summer

movies 2This summer, Golden shines a little brighter at night! The town’s popular and FREE Movies & Music In The Park series plays at Parfet Park (10th St. & Washington Ave.) on select Fridays. Each night enjoy music and a family-friendly movie under the stars! The band takes the stage at 7 p.m. and the featured film, shown on a giant inflatable screen, starts at dusk — around 8:30 p.m.
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Posted by Bryan on June 7, 2025 | Updated June 6, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

This Weekend! Chalk This Up to Fun: Denver Chalk Art Festival In Golden Triangle Neighborhood June 7 & 8

chalkOver a span of 48+ hours, 200 professional, amateur and student artists will use chalk to paint thousands of square feet of raw pavement into re-creations of masterpieces, modern art and their own original pieces during the Denver Chalk Art Festival in the Denver Golden Triangle District. The FREE festival, Saturday & Sunday, June 7 & 8, 2025, transforms streets and sidewalks into a temporary outdoor art museum. [Read more…] about This Weekend! Chalk This Up to Fun: Denver Chalk Art Festival In Golden Triangle Neighborhood June 7 & 8

Posted by Laura on June 7, 2025 | Updated June 7, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

Downtown Littleton Block Party Returns June 14. Live Music, Fireworks & More!

The Downtown Littleton Block Party is back for the first time since 2018! This FREE event is Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. as Main Street transforms into a vibrant celebration filled with live music on four stages, street performers, food, drinks, and a spectacular fireworks finale. [Read more…] about Downtown Littleton Block Party Returns June 14. Live Music, Fireworks & More!

Posted by Laura on June 6, 2025 | Updated June 5, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

Bass Pro & Cabela’s Free ‘Gone Fishing’ Weekends June 6-8 & 13-15

KidsFishingGet ready, get set…fish! Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s invite families to test the fish-filled waters for FREE over the next two weekends, Saturday & Sunday, June 6 to 8 and June 13 to 15 at “Gone Fishing” events. Youngsters can learn easy techniques, catch their first fish or fine-tune their fishing skills in a real catch and release pond. [Read more…] about Bass Pro & Cabela’s Free ‘Gone Fishing’ Weekends June 6-8 & 13-15

Posted by Laura on June 6, 2025 | Updated June 5, 2025 Filed Under: Kids Fun · Sports & Recreation · Things To Do

Smash Fine Arts Festival In Cherry Creek North June 14 & 15

Smash Fine Arts Festival, a highly selective, outdoor fine art exhibit showcasing a selection of top-tier local and regional artists, is back in Fillmore Plaza (Fillmore St. between 1st & 2nd Ave.) in Cherry Creek North. The festival is Saturday & Sunday, June 14 & 15, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. [Read more…] about Smash Fine Arts Festival In Cherry Creek North June 14 & 15

Posted by Laura on June 6, 2025 | Updated May 19, 2025 Filed Under: Shopping · Things To Do

17 Mile House Farm Open House on June 14. Register Now For ‘Cherry Creek Valley History’

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, June 14, 2025, from 9 a.m. to noon. The June Open House theme looks at the history of Cherry Creek Valley. [Read more…] about 17 Mile House Farm Open House on June 14. Register Now For ‘Cherry Creek Valley History’

Posted by Laura on June 5, 2025 | Updated May 30, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Things To Do

New Pepsi Deal Added! Water World Offers Ticket Discounts, Season Passes and More for Summer 2025

swimWhen 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 New Pepsi Deal Added! Water World Offers Ticket Discounts, Season Passes and More for Summer 2025

Posted by Bryan on June 5, 2025 | Updated June 5, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Kids Fun · Sports & Recreation · Things To Do

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