No need to go to Holland to see thousands tulips in a rainbow of colors and no need to visit a distant theme park to engage small children’s fancy. Just head to the 1300 block of Boulder’s Pearl Street Mall for the Tulip Fairy & Elf Festival on Sunday, April 28, 2024, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. [Read more…] about Free Tulip Fairy & Elf Festival in Boulder Is Bigger Than Ever!
Things To Do
Denver Art Museum Celebrates Dia del Niño With Free Admission
The Denver Art Museum opens its doors to the community during its annual Día del Niño (Day of the Child) celebration on Sunday, April 28, 2024, with FREE general admission for all, bilingual activities, hands-on artmaking, musical and artistic performances and more. Everyone is invited to bring their family and friends from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. General admission includes full access to all activities, exhibitions, performances and spaces within the museum. [Read more…] about Denver Art Museum Celebrates Dia del Niño With Free Admission
April 8 Solar Eclipse: What You Need To Know, Viewing Parties & Where To Get Solar Eclipse Glasses
For those who missed out on the solar eclipse in August 2017, we have another one coming on Monday, April 8, 2024. The Moon’s dark central shadow, about 115 miles wide, will cross Mexico, sweep northeast from Texas to Maine, and then darken parts of Eastern Canada. This time, we won’t see the full eclipse in Denver, but the sun will be 65% obscured. [Read more…] about April 8 Solar Eclipse: What You Need To Know, Viewing Parties & Where To Get Solar Eclipse Glasses
Lakewood Hosts Huge Earth Day Celebration
Each year Lakewood hosts its Earth Day Celebration at Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park with live music, entertainment, educational exhibits, electric car test drives, food, drinks and family activities such as nature walks and animal yoga. This year’s FREE event is Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. [Read more…] about Lakewood Hosts Huge Earth Day Celebration
Bike Swap in Boulder: Buy & Sell Both Adults & Kids Cycling Gear
Note the date has changed. It is now this Saturday. Looking to upgrade your bike gear at a fraction of retail or have kiddos that have outgrown their bikes? The Boulder Junior Cycling (BLC) Bike Swap is Saturday, April 13, 2024, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Boulder Elks Lodge. The FREE event is open to the public for the buying and selling of kids and adult cycling gear.
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Today, Tuesday! Get Tickets on April 2 For Next Denver Zoo Free Day On April 7
Soooo sorry for the confusion (and any frustration you may have encountered). The Denver Zoo pulled a switcheroo and the day to get your tickets to the next FREE day has been changed. It’s now Tuesday, April 2, 2024. (And yes, we triple checked and confirmed with Zoo officials!)
Monkey around with family and friends at the Denver Zoo for FREE in 2024. On select Free Days, the Zoo is giving back to the community with FREE tickets. The next free day at Denver Zoo is Sunday, April 7, 2024. Not everyone can come at once…so the Zoo has gone to a first-come, first-served basis for the tickets. Here’s how to score yours as soon as they are released around noon on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. [Read more…] about Today, Tuesday! Get Tickets on April 2 For Next Denver Zoo Free Day On April 7
17 Mile House Farm Open House on April 13. 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. The Farm Park also features a trailhead connecting to the Cherry Creek Regional Trail and its 32-acres a portal to Colorado’s eco-system. [Read more…] about 17 Mile House Farm Open House on April 13. Register Now For ‘Pollinator Friendly Gardening’
Harkins Theatres Hosts Harkins Secret Cinema with $5 Tickets
Shhh…Harkins Theatres has a big secret for movie fans who love a good mystery! And you’ll have to head to the theatre to find out more about Harkins Secret Cinema. Harkins Theatres is offering a new kind of moviegoing experience – a secret screening! It’s an opportunity to see a new movie on the big screen before its official release date…and at a blockbuster price. [Read more…] about Harkins Theatres Hosts Harkins Secret Cinema with $5 Tickets
Clayton Community Days: Free Festival & Concert Series
Celebrate and create every first Saturday in the Clayton neighborhood. This new FREE family-friendly Clayton Community Days and concert series will run from April through September, from noon to 6 p.m. at Cohension Brewing Company. It features live music, vendors and fun for all. [Read more…] about Clayton Community Days: Free Festival & Concert Series
71+ Easter Egg Hunts, Festivals & Bunny Photos Around Denver + A New Interactive Map!
The Front Range is hopping with Easter Egg Hunts! Here’s the latest, based on what we could dig up. Some are hosted Easter weekend, others the weekend prior. Hunts are sorted by date and city. Most are FREE, unless otherwise noted. Remember to bring some sort of basket or bucket for the kids to collect their eggs and treats.
Be sure to note the time and date of all events, as some divide the hunt based on age. And, since candy-seeking kids can sweep an entire field of treats clean in a matter of minutes, we suggest arriving early to nab a good spot. Happy Egg Hunting! [Read more…] about 71+ Easter Egg Hunts, Festivals & Bunny Photos Around Denver + A New Interactive Map!
What Stores Are Closed on Easter Sunday in Denver?
You’ll be hopping mad, if you’re running errands over the holiday weekend and find one of your stops is closed for Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024. While many stores remain open (or have special holiday hours), there are several major retailers who close their doors in honor of the holiday. Check first before making your shopping list! [Read more…] about What Stores Are Closed on Easter Sunday in Denver?
Free Days at Museums & More in April 2024
April signals spring, but it also always brings FREE fun across the Mile High City, thanks to the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District. As always, there’s so much to explore and experience in Denver on the cheap, thanks to our city’s generous FREE Days at museums and attractions. Remember that some places require you to get a timed ticket in advance, while others allow for walk-ins. Be sure to check policies before you head out. [Read more…] about Free Days at Museums & More in April 2024
A Day in Littleton: Best Free & Cheap Things To Do
Littleton may be only 30-minutes from downtown Denver, but it’s full of fun things to do on the cheap—whether bargain hunting in historic downtown many shops, grabbing a bite at area restaurants or exploring the great outdoors. Littleton has miles of trails for hiking or biking and so many affordable (or totally free) attractions that it’s easy to make a full day of exploring. [Read more…] about A Day in Littleton: Best Free & Cheap Things To Do
Kids Bowl Free This Spring, Summer & Fall
You’ll be bowled over by this freebie from Kids Bowl Free. Through September (start and end dates vary by location), kids 15 and younger can bowl two games every day FREE. This program is designed by bowling centers to give back to the community and provide a safe, secure, and fun way for kids to spend time this summer. Participating bowling centers include: [Read more…] about Kids Bowl Free This Spring, Summer & Fall
Hop To It! Book Your Bunny Photos at Denver Area Malls. Use Our Promo Code For Free Photo!
Getting photos with the Easter Bunny at the mall is easy and fun, and the perfect way to celebrate spring. No lines, no fuss. Just friendly staff, a fun Bunny and the cutest photos to capture the moment! The Easter Bunny will hold court (with his professional photographers) at several Denver/Boulder area shopping centers in March. Here’s how to book your egg-cellent Bunny Photos in and around Denver. [Read more…] about Hop To It! Book Your Bunny Photos at Denver Area Malls. Use Our Promo Code For Free Photo!