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Today, Monday! Commerce City Hosts Ginormous Memorial Day Parade

memorial dayOne of the largest Memorial Day parades in the nation is held in Commerce City. More than 100 entries including antique and classic cars, motorcycles, floats, horses, bands and marching units will travel the 1.5 mile parade route on Monday, May 25, 2026. Prior to the parade, the city will host a ceremony at Veteran’s Memorial Park at 8:45 a.m. to honor those who have given their lives in service to our country. [Read more…] about Today, Monday! Commerce City Hosts Ginormous Memorial Day Parade

Posted by Laura on May 25, 2026 | Updated May 25, 2026 Filed Under: Things To Do

DroneArt Show: Harry Potter in Denver. We Have an Exclusive Discount on Tickets

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DroneArt Show: Harry Potter flies over Denver for the first time! Experience an unforgettable open-air spectacle as 1,200 illuminated drones recreate your favorite characters and most beloved moments from the Harry Potter films. DroneArt Show: Harry Potter comes to the Auraria Campus in Downtown Denver for two shows only — Friday & Saturday, July 10 & 11, 2026. [Read more…] about DroneArt Show: Harry Potter in Denver. We Have an Exclusive Discount on Tickets

Posted by Laura on May 25, 2026 | Updated May 24, 2026 Filed Under: Things To Do

Safeway Offers $7 “Cheep Chicken!” Special Every Monday

Cheep! Cheep! If you’re a fan of fried chicken, make Safeway a must stop every week for cheap chicken. The grocery store offers its popular “Cheep Chicken!” special every Monday — for a limited time. No digital coupon needed…just scan your shopper’s loyalty card at check out. With the weekly sale, you could make every Monday “Fried Chicken Night” at the dinner table. [Read more…] about Safeway Offers $7 “Cheep Chicken!” Special Every Monday

Posted by Bryan on May 25, 2026 | Updated May 25, 2026 Filed Under: Groceries · Grocery Deals

Enjoy Free Entrance to National Parks, Monuments & More Throughout 2026

NationalPark-logoOnly 124 of our National Parks charge you to get in, but the U.S. National Park Service is waiving entrance fees to all of its more than 400 parks, monuments and other sites throughout 2026. Time to enjoy the beautiful landscape of Rocky Mountain National Park, virtually in the metro Denver/Boulder area’s backyard. There’s definitely lots to explore and experience in nature! [Read more…] about Enjoy Free Entrance to National Parks, Monuments & More Throughout 2026

Posted by Laura on May 24, 2026 | Updated May 28, 2026 Filed Under: Family Activities · Mountain Resorts & Towns · Sports & Recreation

Capital One Café Serves Totally Free Handcrafted Beverage Every Week This Baseball Season

What’s in your wallet? Did you know Capital One Bank also has cafés throughout the country? A Capital One Café is a community space, with a full barista service Verve Coffee bar inside, where customers can relax and recharge. Whether you bank with Capital One or not, everyone is welcome to enjoy a cozy co-working space with FREE Wi-Fi and plenty of outlets. [Read more…] about Capital One Café Serves Totally Free Handcrafted Beverage Every Week This Baseball Season

Posted by Bryan on May 24, 2026 | Updated May 26, 2026 Filed Under: Bakeries & Cafes · Food Deals

Recycle Batteries at Commerce City Take-Back Event. Everyone Is Welcome!

Commerce City is hosting a community battery take-back event on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the South Adams County Fire Department – Station 28. Most household batteries are accepted and everyone, even if you don’t live in Commerce City, is welcome to bring in their old batteries. [Read more…] about Recycle Batteries at Commerce City Take-Back Event. Everyone Is Welcome!

Posted by Laura on May 24, 2026 | Updated May 22, 2026 Filed Under: Services

Boulder Public Library Gets Kids Reading This Summer

“Summer of Discovery” is the theme for this summer’s reading program at the Boulder Public Library. Starting June 1, kids can register to participate at any Boulder Public Library location. You can also sign up online after May 1. Pre-readers, kids and teens get a free sticker at registration. Adults that register are entered into a drawing for a gift certificate to a local business. [Read more…] about Boulder Public Library Gets Kids Reading This Summer

Posted by Laura on May 24, 2026 | Updated May 2, 2026 Filed Under: Things To Do

88 Drive-In Theatre Offers Unique Family Fun at Blockbuster Price — Open 7 Days a Week!

See important outside food & drinks update below! 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 Mile High City has a little bit of nostalgia left with the 88 Drive-In Theatre (8780 Rosemary St.) in Commerce City — the only drive-in movie theatre in the Denver metro area. [Read more…] about 88 Drive-In Theatre Offers Unique Family Fun at Blockbuster Price — Open 7 Days a Week!

Posted by Bryan on May 23, 2026 | Updated May 23, 2026 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Kids Fun · Things To Do

Rock & Rails in Niwot’s Whistle Stop Park

musicianHere’s another concert series to add to your list. Rock & Rails in Niwot’s Whistle Stop Park at 1st and Murray takes place on Thursday evenings from June 4 through August 27, 2025, with food trucks and beer vendors, artisans and kids’ activities. Happy Hour in the park runs from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., with drink specials and the opening music performances. The evening’s Headliner plays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. with one break in the middle. For a map to the venue, scroll to the end of the post. [Read more…] about Rock & Rails in Niwot’s Whistle Stop Park

Posted by Laura on May 23, 2026 | Updated May 22, 2026 Filed Under: Entertainment

Park Hill Arts Festival June 6 & 7

Arts festivals are back in a big way. Another one worth a look-see is Park Hill Arts Festival, a juried fine art and fine craft show that will showcase 100+ professional fine artists from Colorado and beyond on Saturday & Sunday, June 6 & 7, 2026, on the grounds of the Park Hill Masonic Lodge. [Read more…] about Park Hill Arts Festival June 6 & 7

Posted by Laura on May 23, 2026 | Updated May 9, 2026 Filed Under: Shopping · Things To Do

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