This weekend features more St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, expos & shows, live performances, tigers, alpacas, Beauty and the Beast events, and more! “Be our guest” Denver families!
What to do with Kids in Denver this Weekend March 17th – 19th, 2017
St. Patrick’s Day Weekend | Mile High Flea Market
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When: Friday, March 17th through Sunday, March 19th, 2017
Where: Mile High Flea Market, 7007 E 88th Ave, Henderson, CO 80640
Time: 7am – 5pm
Cost: $3 Adults; Free for Children 11 and under
Ages: All Ages
Come and try your luck this St. Patrick’s Day at the Mile High Flea Market. Browse through hundreds of sellers and enjoy a turkey leg. They are offering several St. Patrick’s Day promotions and events for the entire family.
National Alpaca Show
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When: Friday, March 17th through Sunday, March 19th, 2017
Where: National Western Complex, 4655 Humboldt St, Denver, CO 80216
Time: March 17th & 18th 8am – 5pm; March 19th 8am – 3pm
Cost: Free
Ages: All Ages
The Alpaca Owners Association Inc. is hosting the National Alpaca Show this weekend, where you and your children will have the opportunity to learn more about the growing North American alpaca industry, talk to breeders from throughout North America and beyond, and meet hundreds of alpacas face-to-face!
The Edge Grand Opening | Denver Zoo
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When: Friday, March 17th, 2017
Where: Denver Zoo, 2300 Steele St, Denver, CO 80205
Time: 9am – 5pm
Cost: General Admission
Ages: All Ages
The Edge exhibit is opening at the Denver Zoo from this Friday! The Edge is a one-acre exhibit that is designed to both mimic the natural living environment of Siberian tigers and provide the zoo’s tigers with more space to explore.
Throughout the exhibit, zoo designers have placed a dozen pine trees, which are found all throughout Siberia. The trees will serve as enrichment devices for the tigers living in The Edge, and they will also make the exhibit resemble the edge of a forest, which is the inspiration for the title of the expansion. Another unique feature of the exhibit will be several pools that will allow the tigers to cool off on warm summer days.
Denver Home Show 2017
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When: Friday, March 17th through Sunday, March 19th, 2017
Where: National Western Complex, 4655 Humboldt St, Denver, CO 80216
Time: March 17th & 18th 10am – 9pm; March 19th 9am – 5pm
Cost: $11 Adults Door / $9 Online; Free for Children 12 and under.
Psst… March 17th, is Hero Day, where Military and first responders qualify for one free ticket with valid a ID, and $5 on Saturday and Sunday.
Purchase Tickets Online
Ages: All Ages
The Denver Home Show will feature celebrity guests Matt Blashaw (HGTV’s “Vacation House for Free” & DIY Network’s “Yard Crashers”) and tiny home experts The Diedricksen Brothers (HGTV’s “Tiny House Builders”) for a host of presentations.
The three-day event will also include a Tiny Home Village, an Upcycle Challenge, a live Tablescape Challenge, presentations by local and national experts on remodeling, renovation, décor, gardening and outdoor projects, and more.
Psst… Read more about this event in our featured article!
Ride the Rails Saturday | Colorado Railroad Museum
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When: Saturday, March 18th, 2017
Where: Colorado Railroad Museum, 17155 W 44th Ave, Golden, CO 80403
Time: 10am – 4pm
Cost: Museum Admission + Ride Tickets Adults $4; Children (2-15) $2; Psst… Museum Members Receive $1 Discount Per Ticket.
Ages: All Ages
Catch a ride behind one of the Colorado Railroad Museum’s steam or diesel locomotives in passenger cars from different eras in Colorado railroad history or on one of the unique Rio Grande Southern “Galloping Goose” Motorcars
Art and More with Children’s Illustrator Christian Robinson | Children’s Library at Denver Public Library
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When: Saturday, March 18th, 2017
Where: Children’s Library at Denver Public Library, 10 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, CO 80204
Time: 10am – 11am
Cost: Free
Ages: All Ages
This Saturday, visit the Children’s Library at Denver Public Library, and enjoy a special event with award-winning children’s book illustrator Christian Robinson. The author will talk about his books and lead a cut-out paper art workshop for kids and families. Books will be on hand to buy and have signed by the author courtesy of Tattered Cover Book Store.
Denver Travel & Adventure Show 2017
When: Saturday, March 18th & Sunday, March 19th, 2017
Where: Colorado Convention Center, 700 14th St, Denver, CO 80202
Time: March 18th 10am – 5pm; March 19th 10am – 4pm
Cost: $9 – $16 Adults; Free for Children 16 and under
Purchase Tickets Online
Ages: All Ages
Discover endless vacation options at the Denver Travel & Adventure Show. Explore destinations from around the world, personalize your vacation with thousands of travel experts and save big with exclusive travel deals and show-only specials.
Meet travel celebrities Samantha Brown, Peter Greenberg, Patricia Schultz and Johnny Jet, receive insider tips from travel professionals on three dedicated, complimentary theaters, and get a hands-on experience with activities fit for the whole family.
Bumblebee Jamboree: Jeff & Paige | Denver Botanic Gardens
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When: Saturday, March 18th, 2017
Where: Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St, Denver, CO 80206
Time: 10:30am – 11:30am
Cost: $10 Adults Members / $12 Non-Members; $5 Children Members / $7 Non-Members; Free for Children 2 and under
Register Online
Ages: Recommended for Children Ages 12 and under
Denver Botanic Gardens‘ Bumblebee Jamboree, is a unique indoor musical experience, where children are invited to dress as a favorite pollinator such as a bee, butterfly or bird and dance and sing along with the musical guests. This week’s performance is by Jeff & Paige, who use songs, storytelling, and interactive play to engage kids with nature, music, and movement.
Pot of Gold Lunch Show | The Melting Pot
When: Saturday, March 18th, 2017
Where: The Melting Pot, 2707 W Main St, Littleton, CO 80120
Time: 11am – 2pm
Cost: $45 Adults; $25 Children (4-12); Free for Children 3 and under. Psst… Prices Include Tax & Gratuity.
Make a Reservation at (303) 794-5666
Ages: All Ages
Bring the family to The Melting Pot for a Lucky Treasure Hunt and a magically delicious fondue meal in their good luck tents. Enjoy puzzles and games to find the treasure you deserve, and work with your Leprechaun crew to solve all the clues and find the pot of gold!
The Original Harlem Globetrotters
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When: Saturday, March 18th, 2017
Where: Pepsi Center, 1000 Chopper Cir, Denver, CO 80204
Time: 1pm
Cost: Starting at $20
Purchase Tickets Online
Ages: All Ages
The Original Harlem Globetrotters, a worldwide icon, synonymous with one-of-a-kind family entertainment and great basketball skills, will be performing a family-friendly show at the Pepsi Center.
Psst… This event was also featured in the article ‘20 Things to do in Denver March 2017‘.
Beauty and the Beast Family Party | Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
When: Saturday, March 18th, 2017
Where: Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, 7301 S Santa Fe Dr, Littleton, CO 80120
Time: 2pm
Cost: $13 Psst… Includes Merchandise
Purchase Tickets Online
Ages: Children Ages 3 and up
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema is hosting the Beauty and the Beast Family Party, which will include dance lessons, hands-on crafts and a “tea party” to teach the Beast how to be a gentleman. Also, they invite guests to bring a book to donate and to dress in their royal finery. The screening of the movie “Beauty and the Beast” will begin 45 minutes after the event start time.
Frozen Yogurt with Beauty & Spidey Hero | Yo Craze Frozen Yogurt
Photograph courtesy of ©Royal Parties of Colorado’s Official Facebook Page
When: Saturday, March 18th, 2017
Where: Yo Craze Frozen Yogurt, 18801 E Hampden Ave, Aurora, CO 80013
Time: 2pm – 4pm
Cost: Free
Ages: All Ages
Royal Parties of Colorado is hosting a special event at Yo Craze Frozen Yogurt in honor of the film “Beauty & the Beast” hitting theaters. Join Princess Beauty and The Spidy Hero and enjoy some delicious froyo while meeting and taking pictures with these two characters.
Psst… Use the hashtag #royalfroyo and they will feature your photos online!
Snow White | Littleton Youth Ballet
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When: Saturday, March 18th & Sunday, March 19th, 2017
Where: Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St, Lone Tree, CO 80124
Time: March 18th 6pm; March 19th 12pm & 5pm
Cost: $21 – $29
Purchase Tickets Online
Ages: All Ages
Littleton Youth Ballet, the non-profit youth ballet company associated with Littleton Ballet Academy is presenting a brand new production of Snow White. Performances are presented with beautiful backdrops, full sets, and costumes at Lone Tree Arts Center.
Enjoy the crazy antics of the seven dwarves and the beauty of Snow White as she finds true love. This production is family friendly and is the perfect way to introduce your children to the ballet.