Psst… What to do with Kids in Denver this Weekend June 24–26, 2016

What to do with Kids in Denver this Weekend June 24–26, 2016

Events listed in chronological order

‘The Sound of Music’ Musical

When: Friday, June 24th through Sunday, June 26th, 2016

Where: Buell Theatre at Denver Center for the Performing Arts, 1400 Curtis St., Denver, CO 80204

Time: June 24th: 7:30pm; June 25th: 2pm & 7:30pm; June 26th: 2pm & 7:30pm

Cost: $30–$150. Purchase tickets online.

Ages: Children 4 and older

Enjoy the classical story of Maria and the Von Trapp Family this weekend with The Sound of Music Musical performing for a limited time only at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. This spirited, romantic and beloved musical story, directed by Jack O’Brien, will thrill audiences with its Tony, Grammy and Academy Award-winning Best Score, including “My Favorite Things,” “Do-Re-Mi,” “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “Edelweiss” and “The Sound of Music”.

16th Street Fair

When: Friday, June 24th through Sunday, June 26th, 2016

Where: 16th Street Mall, Denver, CO 80206

Time: 11am–7pm

Cost: Free

Ages: All ages

The 16th Street Fair is an annual celebration of fine art, handcrafted goods, and the 16th Street Mall in Downtown Denver. Take a stroll along the 16th Street Mall to enjoy a showcase of emerging artists and designers, producing original and unique handmade goods, in a wide array of media. This is Downtown Denver’s premier art and craft festival located in the city center along the busiest pedestrian street in the State.

National Pollinator Week at Denver Botanic Gardens

When: Friday, June 24th through Sunday, June 26th, 2016

Where: Both Denver Botanic Gardens locations: York Street & Chatfield Farms.

Time: All day

Cost: Free with admission

Ages: All ages

The Denver Botanic Gardens, are hosting special activities throughout the weekend in honor of National Pollinator Week at both the York Street location in Denver and at their Chatfield Farms location! Featured are Pollinator-related classes, activities and booths for young and old alike. Learn how to fight garden diseases and pests without harming pollinators, learn how to do the honeybee’s waggle dance, taste honey or take a class in which you build and take home a bee hotel. For a complete schedule of events visit their special National Pollinator Week page.

Boulder Dance Coalition International Festival

When: Friday, June 24th through Sunday, June 26th, 2016

Where: Pearl Street Mall, Boulder, CO, 80302

Time: June 24th: 6:30pm–8:30pm; June 25th: 10:30am–8:30pm; June 26th: 10am–6pm

Cost: Free

Ages: All ages

The Boulder Dance Coalition International Festival, presented by Boulder Dance Coalition, brings you some of the best talent in the state representing many flavors of dance and music, with performances, dance teaching, and an emphasis on participation.

A public square dance kicks off the festival on Friday evening, and throughout the weekend there are opportunities for beginners to learn easy dances such as: Folk, Waltz, Salsa, Zumba, and more. Stroll through the vendor area and sample imported handmade items and arts and crafts from other countries.

Psst…  City of Boulder parking garages are free on Saturday and Sunday.

Sand in the City

When: Saturday, June 25th & Sunday, June 26th, 2016

Where: Ralston Park, W 64th Ave & Simms St, Arvada, CO 80004

Time: June 25th: 11am–9pm; June 26th: 11am–5pm

Cost: Adults: $5, Children 12 and under: Free.

Ages: All Ages

Arvada Chamber of Commerce‘s 4th Annual Sand in the City Festival is Colorado’s premier beach party, expected to attract 15,000+ visitors this year. See giant sand sculptures, enjoy local food & artisan vendors, a kids’ zone that includes free activities such as: “Bury the Treasure”, a photo booth, ‘Make & Take’ crafts, a hula hoop station, face painting, air brush tattoos, inflatables, rock climbing wall, bungee trampoline, obstacle course and much more! A portion of all proceeds from Sand in the City will benefit the Jeffco Schools Foundation.

Sand in the City Kids’ Zone Schedule

Saturday, June 25th: 11am First 200 kids to arrive will receive a free sand pail; 1:30pm Water Balloon Toss; 2:30pm Sand 101 Training Class, learn the basic skills to create your own sculpture (kids 4 and older); 3:30pm Water Bucket Brigade; 4pm Kids’ Luau (lei making, games, ukulele lessons, hula lessons etc.); 4:30pm Sand 101 Training Class.

Sunday, June 26th: 11am First 200 kids to arrive will receive a free sand pail; 12:30pm Sand 101 Training Class.

Coors Light South Platte RiverFest

When: Saturday, June 25th & Sunday, June 26th, 2016

Where: Confluence Park, 2250 15th St, Denver, CO 80202

Time: June 25th: 10am–8pm; June 26th: 10am–6pm

Cost: Free

Ages: All ages

The Coors Light South Platte RiverFest is Denver’s premier urban River Festival, benefiting The Greenway Foundation, and includes events such as Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP)/ Kayak/ Tube Races and SUP Showcases. Other activities include free stand up paddle board demos, a variety of riverside recreational activities, a kids zone, live music, beer, food vendors, and more.

Psst… Both the Sand in the City & the Coors Light South Platte RiverFest were recently featured in our “The Most Unique Summer Festivals 2016 Colorado” article as well!

Denver Flea’s Summer Flea: RiNo Takeover

When: Saturday, June 25th & Sunday, June 26th, 2016

Where: EXDO Event Center, 1399 35th St, Denver, CO 80205

Time: 10am–6pm

Cost: Adults $5. Children ages 6 and under are free.

Ages: All ages

The Denver Flea is back with its Summer Flea edition, this time it’s in the RiNo neighborhood in Denver at the EXDO Event Center. Enjoy fun in the sun with the entire family, shop and browse goods by over 30 local vendors and eat and drink speciality foods provided by various food trucks parked at the Flea!

Psst… Check out our featured article about this event!

Highlands Ranch Music Arts Festival

When: Saturday, June 25th & Sunday, June 26th, 2016

Where: Civic Green Park, 9370 S Ridgeline Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129

Time: June 25th: 11am–7pm; June 26th: 11am–6pm

Cost: Free

Ages: All ages

The annual Highlands Ranch Music Arts Festival, presented by the Highlands Ranch Concert Band, features two days of performances by music ensembles from around the Denver Metro area. Bring the whole family to enjoy music, arts and crafts by local vendors, food and drinks.

Gymboree Play & Music of Denver’s National Day of Play

When: Saturday, June 25th, 2016

Where: Gymboree Play & Music of Denver, 5046 E Hampden Ave, Denver, CO 80222

Time: 9am–4pm

Cost: Free

Ages: Recommended ages: Newborn to Children ages 5 and under

Gymboree Play & Music of Denver is hosting a special National Day of Play, where you can experience all the different ways your child can play at Play & Music as a community, including art and sensory play in their secondary room, and fun play adventures, parachute activities and sing classic Gymboree songs together!

Victoria’s Block Party by Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce

When: Saturday, June 25th, 2016

Where: Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center, 420 Jerry St, Castle Rock, CO 80104

Time: 9am–2pm

Cost: Free

Ages: All ages

The Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, Victoria’s House, is celebrating its 3rd annual Victoria’s Block Party. This event is a family-friendly day of fun in the sun with booths that include activities for all ages. Featuring multiple vendors, tours of Victoria’s House, ‘Touch a Truck’, free lunch and games and more.

Pollinator Garden Launch at Denver Zoo

When: Saturday, June 25th, 2016

Where: Denver Zoo, 2300 Steele St, Denver, CO 80205

Time: 9:30am–4pm

Cost: Free with Admission

Ages: All ages

The Denver Zoo is launching its Pollinator Garden, in partnership with Swingle. Get a view of how birds, insects and plants work together to thrive. The garden’s location near Bird World was purposely planned to highlight the important relationship between birds and plants, each depend upon one another for survival. In addition to a food source, plants provide shelter to wildlife. Approximately 2,500 square feet in size, the garden will showcase a beautiful water feature that will serve as a water source for birds and insects.

In partnership with the National Wildlife Federation, the Denver Zoo is thrilled to announce that the Pollinator Pathway will also be the 200,000th Certified Wildlife Habitat in the United States.

Lessons & Lemonade + Teen Art Studio

When: Saturday, June 25th, 2016

Where: Hobby Lobby, 10901 S Parker Rd, Parker, CO 80134

Time: Lessons & Lemonade: 9:30am–11am & 11:15am–12:45pm; Teen Art Studio: 1pm–3pm

Cost: Free

Ages: Lessons & Lemonade: Children in school grades 4th to 6th; Teen Art Studio: Children in school grades 7th to 9th.

The Parker Artists Guild presents free art classes for students at the Hobby Lobby in Parker, Colorado. During the this edition of Lessons & Lemonade, students will learn and craft the art of Wire Sculpture with instructor Laura McElfresh. In the Teen Art Studio class, students will learn and craft the art of Creating with Wood with instructor Lee Thormahlen,

Kids Yoga & Outdoor Beautification Art Project

When: Saturday, June 25th, 2016

Where: Second Star To The Right Children’s Books, 4353 Tennyson St, Denver, CO 80212

Time: Kids Yoga 9:45am–10:15am; Outdoor Beautification Art Project 10:30am–11:30am

Cost: Yoga–$8 per child, $4 for additional children; Outdoor Beautification Art Project–Free

Ages: Children ages 2 and older

Second Star To The Right Children’s Books is hosting a Kids Yoga class followed by an outdoor beautification project and live reading of the book “Maybe Something Beautiful” by author children’s author, Theresa Howell. The Yoga session is fun and is a great way to get centered with your children at the start of your weekend and the Outdoor Beautification Art Project is a creative art surprise in partnership with Lalu: imagine create play.

Highlands Street Fair

When: Saturday, June 25th, 2016

Where: Highlands Square, 3599 W 32nd Ave, Denver, CO 80211

Time: 10am–Dusk

Cost: Free

Ages: All ages

The Highlands Street Fair, presented by Highlands Square, is a family-friendly event for all ages and this year kicks off with traditional bagpipe and then continues on with 13 national and local bands on two stages until dusk. Don’t miss the two Kids Zones with amusements for kids young and old and tasty food in the three food courts.

There will also be over 170 vendor booths with artisan wares, leather goods, jewelry, photography, paintings, pottery, clothing and furniture. Visitors can explore the mix of shops, boutiques and services along West 32nd Ave.

Psst… Check out our featured article for this event!

Harry’s Urban Farmers’ Market’s Big Bash

When: Saturday, June 25th, 2016

Where: Harry’s Urban Farmers’ Market, 2409 Arapahoe St, Denver, CO 80205

Time: 10am–2pm

Cost: Free

Ages: All ages

Harry’s Urban Farmers’ Market is hosting a grand opening for its summer farmers market with a special Big Bash event. Big Bash will include its food market, live music by Mono Verde and 25% off to Denver school district parents & faculty. RSVP at their Facebook Event Page for a chance to win $50 worth of produce!

Psst… Harry’s Urban Farmers’ Market was also featured in our “Farmers Market Guide Denver 2016 – Interactive Map” article!

SummerFest Car Show

When: Saturday, June 25th, 2016

Where: The Landmark, 7600 Landmark Way, Greenwood Village, CO 80111

Time: 10am–2pm

Cost: Adults $20, Children (4–7) $5, Children 7 and under are free. Purchase tickets online.

Ages: All ages

The 2016 SummerFest Car Show, presented by the DTC | Greenwood Village Chamber of Commerce, will take place at The Landmark and will feature classic and sports cars, live music, free food and beverage samples, kid-friendly activities and more. This event benefits The Adoption Exchange.

Art in the Park

When: Saturday, June 25th, 2016

Where: Carmichael Park, 650 E Southern St, Brighton, CO 80601

Time: 10am–4pm

Cost: Free

Ages: All ages

The City of Brighton is hosting a special one-day festival this Saturday: Art in the Park. Art in the Park will feature an artist market, meet and greet with artists, stage performances, artist demonstrations, and will include family-friendly interactive art activities. Culinary Avenue will feature cuisine served by the area’s most popular and highly rated food trucks.

JUN IN JUNE: A Honey of a Festival

When: Saturday, June 25th, 2016

Where: Everitt Farms, 9400 W Alameda Ave, Lakewood, CO 80226

Time: 12pm–6pm

Cost: $20 in advance ($30 at the door). Purchase tickets in advance at: JovialConcepts.org/junfestival

Ages: All ages

The JUN IN JUNE: A Honey Of A Festival, a festival collaborated between Everitt Farms & Jun Key SuperFoods Co-op, will celebrate honey, sustainable living, urban farming and gardening. Enjoy organic food, organic probiotic JUN and other organic beverages while listening to live music and sipping on an organic cocktail.

Psst… Check out our featured article about this festival!

Aurora Arts Festival Arts on the Block

When: Saturday, June 25th, 2016

Where: Fletcher Plaza, 9898 E Colfax Ave, Aurora, CO 80010

Time: 12pm–8pm

Cost: Free

Ages: All ages

The Aurora Arts Festival, presented by the Aurora Cultural Arts District, will celebrate 125 years of the city of Aurora with a full entertainment schedule, food trucks, and pop up performances all day. This event is free to the public and you will also get free cake when you attend!

Band Highlights: Orquesta La Brava, Kirby Velarde Band, Sean Curtis Band & Anthony David will headline the show.

Community Performances: 5280 Artists Coop, Bollywood Flash Mob by Deepali Lindblom, Samba Dance, CACHC Dragon and Lion Dance Troupe, Halau Kalama, Afrikmall Dancers, Grand Design Choir, Capoeira Roda by Randall Duvall, Colorado Mestizo Dancers and Eco Folklorico Cuscatlan Dancers.

Foothill Wildflowers

When: Sunday, June 26th, 2016

Where: Meyer Ranch Park, 10508 S Turkey Creek Rd, Conifer, CO 80433

Time: 9:30am–11:30am

Cost: Free. Register online in advance, call: (720) 497-7600 or email: lmnc@jeffco.us

Ages: Children ages 10 and older

Jefferson County Open Space Nature and History Programs are hosting a special Foothill Wildflowers tour, presented by Lookout Mountain Nature Center and Hiwan Homestead Museum. Stroll with a Native Plant Master along easy trails identifying and naming local plants. Search for spring flowers and discover the importance of native plants to wildlife and humans.

The hike will take place on Lodgepole Loop trail and will be an easy hike with frequent stops to see what is in bloom. Wear sturdy hiking shoes, dress for the weather, and bring water, snacks, sunscreen, etc. as needed.

Summer Daze – Colorado’s Largest High School Summer Dance Party

When: Sunday, June 26th, 2016

Where: Summit Music Hall, 1902 Blake St, Denver, CO 80202

Time: 7pm–11:45pm

Cost: $11/$16 online in advance or $20 at the door. Purchase tickets online.

Ages: High School students only.

Pristeen Events are hosting a special event for Colorado high school students, Summer Daze – Colorado’s Largest High School Summer Dance Party. Summer Daze will take place at Summit Music Hall in Denver and will feature Hip-Hop and EDM music all night long.

Psst… this event takes place in a safe and professional environment and no alcohol will be served.

Have a great weekend!