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Today! Build LEGO Harry Potter Butterbeer Truck & Take It Home September 7

On Sunday, September 7, 2025, LEGO is hosting a special Harry Potter Butterbeer Truck giveaway for FREE — from noon to 2 p.m. LEGO has cast a spell on kids of all ages for years, thanks to the creativity the building blocks bring to families all over the world. And the two LEGO Stores in Colorado are holding the special mini-build for Harry Potter fans. [Read more…] about Today! Build LEGO Harry Potter Butterbeer Truck & Take It Home September 7

Posted by Bryan on September 6, 2025 | Updated September 7, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Kids Fun · Sports & Recreation · Things To Do

Final Day! How to Get Discounted Tickets for 2025 Colorado Renaissance Festival This Summer

Hear ye! Hear ye! Merriment (on a budget) awaits! The 47th annual Colorado Renaissance Festival (650 W. Perry Park Ave.) in Larkspur returns for adventure and family fun for eight weekends this summer — from June 14 to August 3, 2025. There’s plenty for families to do and see, including entertainment, an Artisan’s Marketplace and themed weekends. [Read more…] about Final Day! How to Get Discounted Tickets for 2025 Colorado Renaissance Festival This Summer

Posted by Bryan on August 2, 2025 | Updated August 3, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Kids Fun · Sports & Recreation · Things To Do

Colorado Ski Country’s Kid’s Ski Passports Lets Them Enjoy The Slopes For Almost Free

FamilySkiingColorado Ski Country USA’s popular Kids’ Ski Passport is again available for the 2025-26 ski season to introduce the state’s youngsters to skiing and snowboarding with super-cheap lift access at 19 Colorado ski areas. The 2025-26 Passport is good for four days of skiing at each of the resorts for $67 for Kindergarten to Grade 2 and $72 for Grades 3 to 6 (prices subject to change throughout the season). [Read more…] about Colorado Ski Country’s Kid’s Ski Passports Lets Them Enjoy The Slopes For Almost Free

Posted by Laura on August 2, 2025 | Updated July 28, 2025 Filed Under: Sports & Recreation

Active Military & Veterans Get In Free To Colorado State Parks In August

As a thank you to U.S. military members, Colorado Parks and Wildlife is offering active duty military, veterans and the National Guard free admission to all state parks for the month of August. Military members and veterans, resident and nonresident, can pick up a free August Military Pass at any Colorado state park or CPW office by showing proof of service. [Read more…] about Active Military & Veterans Get In Free To Colorado State Parks In August

Posted by Laura on August 1, 2025 | Updated July 31, 2025 Filed Under: Sports & Recreation · Things To Do

Breaking News! Denver Broncos Half-Price Tickets Go on Sale at 10 a.m. on Thursday, July 31

Half-price tickets for Denver Broncos’ eight home games (and two preseason games) for the 2024-25 season go on sale Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 10 a.m. MT. Tickets may only be purchased online through Ticketmaster.com. Single game half-price tickets for the 2025 season start at $25. We suggest you bookmark the ticket page and get online before the sale begins. [Read more…] about Breaking News! Denver Broncos Half-Price Tickets Go on Sale at 10 a.m. on Thursday, July 31

Posted by Laura on July 31, 2025 | Updated July 31, 2025 Filed Under: Sports & Recreation · Things To Do

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

Posted by Laura on July 30, 2025 | Updated July 29, 2025 Filed Under: Sports & Recreation · Things To Do

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

Posted by Laura on July 24, 2025 | Updated July 18, 2025 Filed Under: Sports & Recreation

Watch Denver Broncos Training Camp for Free. Space is Limited. Here’s How to Get Tickets Starting Today, Wed., June 25

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Tickets for the general public are available starting today, Wednesday, June 25. Denver Broncos fans can watch the 2025 Broncos in person during pre-season Training Camp sessions for FREE at Broncos Park Powered by CommonSpirit (13403 Broncos Pkwy.) in Englewood. For 2025: All practices will require a ticket for entry. The tickets, which are FREE, can be claimed by the general public via Ticketmaster beginning Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 10 a.m. Each fan can claim up to four (4) FREE tickets per practice. [Read more…] about Watch Denver Broncos Training Camp for Free. Space is Limited. Here’s How to Get Tickets Starting Today, Wed., June 25

Posted by Laura on June 25, 2025 | Updated June 24, 2025 Filed Under: Sports & Recreation · Things To Do

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

Posted by Linnea on June 22, 2025 | Updated June 20, 2025 Filed Under: Sports & Recreation

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

Posted by Linnea on June 21, 2025 | Updated June 20, 2025 Filed Under: Sports & Recreation · Things To Do

Today! Colorado Avalanche Holds First-Ever End of Season Equipment Sale June 21 – Prices Start at Just $10

Goal! If you’re a diehard fan of the Colorado Avalanche, you definitely don’t want to miss out on this special sale — the first one of its kind ever for the team! It’s a rare opportunity to take part of the action on the ice home with you, perfect for displaying in your office, game room or wherever you want to show your Colorado Avalanche pride. Or you could use the equipment for whenever you take to the ice. [Read more…] about Today! Colorado Avalanche Holds First-Ever End of Season Equipment Sale June 21 – Prices Start at Just $10

Posted by Bryan on June 20, 2025 | Updated June 21, 2025 Filed Under: Shopping · Sports & Recreation

Colorado Rockies Game Day Giveaways & Fireworks for 2025 Season

Go, Rockies! The total Coors Field experience 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, tote bags and more. [Read more…] about Colorado Rockies Game Day Giveaways & Fireworks for 2025 Season

Posted by Bryan on June 15, 2025 | Updated June 16, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Kids Fun · Sports & Recreation · Things To Do

National Parks Offer Free Entry April 19

Mark your calendars. The U.S. Park Service waives entrance fees to all of its 419 parks, monuments and other sites on Saturday, April 19, 2025, as part of National Park Week. It sounds like a good reason to plan a road trip, whether for a weekend in a nearby state (Utah’s five national parks are fabulous in spring before it gets too hot) or even just for an afternoon to explore the beauty that is Colorado. [Read more…] about National Parks Offer Free Entry April 19

Posted by Bryan on April 10, 2025 | Updated March 27, 2025 Filed Under: Sports & Recreation · Things To Do

Kids Bowl Free This Spring, Summer & Fall

bowlingYou’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

Posted by Laura on March 26, 2025 | Updated March 13, 2025 Filed Under: Kids Fun · Sports & Recreation · Things To Do

King Soopers Offers Discount on Denver Nuggets & Colorado Avalanche Tickets

Get ready for lots of action on the court and ice, thanks to King Soopers! For a limited time, the popular store is making grocery shopping a little more fun for Denver Nuggets and Colorado Avalanche fans. When you check out, look at the bottom of your receipt for special offer exclusively for King Soopers customers who spend $15 or more in a single transaction. Get your shopping list ready! [Read more…] about King Soopers Offers Discount on Denver Nuggets & Colorado Avalanche Tickets

Posted by Bryan on March 24, 2025 | Updated March 24, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Sports & Recreation · Things To Do

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