Golden is best known for its beer. But that will change with the kick-off of Artsweek Golden, a week-long celebration of the arts, from July 7 to 15, orchestrated by the Foothills Art Center and highlighted by a weekend arts festival with more than 70 artists exhibiting their works in downtown.

Source: Foothills Art Center
Among the FREE 2022 events:
Night of storytelling at the Buffalo Rose — July 7
Plein Air event reception — July 11
Art Trivia at Buffalo Rose — July 12
Aerialists at the Golden Mill — July 13
The main event is the Artsweek Golden Festival on Saturday & Sunday, July 9 & 10 in Downtown Golden on 12th and Arapahoe Street.
This is a juried art show featuring media, including ceramic arts, fiber arts, glass, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography, sculpture and 2D.
The Festival also includes live music, kids’ art activities and more. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both days and admission is FREE.
Here’s a complete schedule of events, along with locations.