This weekend celebrate Buffalo Bill’s birthday, meet and greet with Mermaids, the Snow Princess, Cinderella, Dora the Explorer, and even Aspen the Sloth. Additionally, you can enjoy free museum days, attend a children’s expo, enjoy live stage performances, special events and more!
What to do with Kids in Denver this Weekend February 24th – 26th 2017
Free Day | Clyfford Still Museum
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When: Friday, February 24th 2017
Where: Clyfford Still Museum, 1250 Bannock St., Denver, CO 80204
Time: 10am – 5pm
Cost: Free
Ages: All Ages
Clyfford Still Museum is hosting a free day for all ages. Free days are brought to you by the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD).
Family Friday Night | Tattered Cover Book Store
When: Friday, February 24th 2017
Where: Tattered Cover Book Store, 7301 S Santa Fe Dr, Littleton, CO 80120
Time: 6pm
Cost: Free
Ages: All Ages
Enjoy a special Family Friendly Night at Tattered Cover Book Store‘s Aspen Grove branch. Kids can wear their favorite PJs and enjoy stories, a fun activity, and tasty treats.
The Snow Queen | Danse Etoile Ballet
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When: Friday, February 24th through Sunday, February 26th 2017
Where: Broomfield Auditorium, 3 Community Park Rd, Broomfield, CO 80020
Time: Feb. 24th 7:30pm; Feb. 25th 2pm & 7:30pm; Feb. 26th 2pm
Cost: $20 Adults; $15 Children / Students / Seniors (65+); Free for Children 2 and under on lap
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Ages: All Ages
Join Danse Etoile Ballet in their beautiful re-telling of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairytale ballet, The Snow Queen.
This beautiful production follows the story of Gerda and her quest to find her friend Kay, whom the Snow Queen has placed under an evil spell, and will feature music, choreography and costumes. A story of good and evil that will enchant the entire family.
A Classical Evening & A Classical Afternoon | Colorado Children’s Chorale
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When: Friday, February 24th& Saturday, February 25th 2017
Where: Feb 24th – St. John’s Cathedral, 1350 Washington St, Denver, CO 80203; Feb. 25th – Montview Presbyterian Church, 1980 Dahlia St, Denver, CO 80220
Time: Feb. 24th 7:30pm; Feb. 25th 3pm
Cost: $19 Adults; $10 Children 12 and under
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Ages: All Ages
Colorado Children’s Chorale is hosting its most beloved annual concerts, “A Classical Evening” & “A Classical Afternoon”, this weekend. Spend some time with Concert Choir and Tour Choir in a beautiful acoustic setting. Honoring hundreds of years of choral tradition, from sacred to folk to contemporary.
Under the Sea Mystic Mermaid Breakfast | Downtown Aquarium Denver
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When: Saturday, February 25th 2017
Where: Downtown Aquarium Denver, 700 Water St, Denver, CO 80211
Time: 8:30am & 9:45am
Cost: $22.99 Adults; $20.99 Seniors; $16.99 Children (3-10); Free for Children 2 and under
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Ages: All Ages
Spend the morning at the Downtown Aquarium Denver‘s Under the Sea Mystic Mermaid Breakfast. Enjoy breakfast, getting autographs and taking photos with aquarium’s Mystic Mermaids.
Psst… Guests will also receive 50% off the Aquarium’s admission and validated parking.
Sloth Weekend | Downtown Aquarium Denver
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When: Saturday, February 25th & Sunday, February 26th 2017
Where: Downtown Aquarium Denver, 700 Water St, Denver, CO 80211
Time: 10am – 2pm
Cost: General Admission
Ages: All Ages
Experience a special Sloth Weekend at the Downtown Aquarium Denver. Celebrate the wonderful sloth creatures, learn about the Rainforest conservation, enjoy a Rainforest Animal Show and get a photo opportunity with a Rainforest Animal. Additionally, the 100 guests will also get a special pass to meet and greet the Denver Aquarium’s sloth named Aspen.
Psst… Learn more about Sloth Weekend in our featured article!
Baby & Kids Experience Expo | National Western Complex
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When: Saturday, February 25th 2017
Where: National Western Complex, 4655 Humboldt St, Denver, CO 80216
Time: 10am – 4pm
Cost: $10 Adults; $8 Seniors & Military; Free for Children 12 and under
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Ages: All Ages
Baby & Kids Experience is an educational and entertaining consumer show for parents, babies and kids. This event an opportunity to learn about some of the best products, services and practices in the baby and kids world all while having some fun with the family.
The Baby & Kids Experience Expo will feature vendors, giveaways, free kids activities such as: face painting, a bouncy castle, a toddler play zone, Meet & Greet with “Dora the Explorer” & the “Snow Princess”, a photo booth, arts and crafts, a petting zoo and more.
Free Day | Black American West Museum
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When: Saturday, February 25th 2017
Where: Black American West Museum, 3091 California St, Denver, CO 80205
Time: 11am – 1pm
Cost: Free
Ages: All Ages
Visit the Black American West Museum for free this Saturday, and travel to the Old West to learn more about the African American community’s contribution and history.
Antique Roadshow Appraisal Fair | Westminster Historical Society
When: Saturday, February 25th 2017
Where: NOAH’S Event Venue, 11885 Bradburn Blvd, Westminster, CO 80031
Time: 1pm – 3pm
Cost: $20 and Includes evaluation of 2 items
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Ages: All Ages
Westminster Historical Society is hosting an Antique Roadshow Appraisal Fair, that will include 24 appraisers onsite, ready to evaluate your belongings such as: jewelry, coins, furniture, artwork, toys, books, collectibles and more.
A Little Cinderella with Tea Party | Ballet Ariel
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When: Saturday, February 25th & Sunday, February 26th 2017
Where: Cleo Parker Robinson Theatre, 119 Park Ave W, Denver, CO 80205
Time: 3pm
Cost: $15 Adults; $10 Children & Seniors
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Ages: All Ages
Ballet Ariel will once again delight audiences of all ages with two performances of A Little Cinderella with Tea Party, at the Cleo Parker Robinson Theatre.
Ballet Ariel has abbreviated its full-length Cinderella just for little audience members treating them to a perfect afternoon of magic and wonder. Little hearts will be spellbound as the flower fairies dance with the coachmen, elegant ladies waltz and Cinderella captivates Prince Charming.
Following the two performances, children and adults can join the dancers on stage for an enchanted tea party complete with tea, tea sandwiches and pastries. Joined by Cinderella, Prince Charming and other costumed characters, who will be available for pictures and autographs.
Buffalo Bill Birthday Celebration | Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave
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When: Sunday, February 26th 2017
Where: Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave, 987 1/2 Lookout Mountain Rd, Golden, CO 80401
Time: Admission 9am – 5pm; Birthday Bash 12pm –4pm
Cost: Free
Ages: All Ages
Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave will host the annual Buffalo Bill Birthday Bash. Sing Happy Birthday, eat cake, play games and maybe even learn a thing or two on this very festive free day.
Shaolin Warriors: A Theatrical Production of Kung Fu & Zen
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When: Sunday, February 26th 2017
Where: Boettcher Concert Hall, 1000 14th St, Denver, CO 80202
Time: 7:30pm
Cost: $25 – $69
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Ages: All Ages
Direct from China, the legendary Shaolin Warriors will return to the US, punching, kicking and tumbling in a spectacular, dynamic production.
Presented in collaboration by Denver Arts & Venues and the Colorado Symphony Association, Shaolin Warriors is a unique show performed by masters of Kung Fu. In this fully- choreographed theatrical production, Shaolin Warriors brings the remarkable skill, stunning movement, and death-defying martial-arts prowess to stages throughout the world. Supported by stunning scenery, atmospheric music, spectacular lighting and costumes.