What to do with Kids in Denver this Weekend May 20–22 2016
Events in chronological order
Endangered Species Day at Denver Zoo
Snow Leopard Photograph by ©Denver Zoo
When: Friday, May 20th, 2016
Where: Denver Zoo, 2300 Steele St, Denver, CO 80205
Time: 10am – 3pm
Cost: included with museum admission
Ages: all ages
Visit the Denver Zoo for Endangered Species Day as they honor endangered wildlife both near and far. Learn about the many different endangered species in the zoo’s care, what makes them unique, and how you can support their cousins’ conservation in the wild at special activity stations and demonstrations.
Grease: Free Movie Night at Water World
When: Friday, May 20th, 2016
Where: Water World Parking Lot, 1800 W 89th Ave, Federal Heights, CO 80260
Time: Parking lot opens at 7:30pm. Movie is screened at 9pm.
Cost: Free
Ages: all ages
Water World & Adams County are hosting a free Grease movie night at Water World’s parking lot. They will have food trucks, games and more. Arrive early to get a good spot with your folding chairs, blankets, small tarps, snacks & beverages. Please leave your pets, tents/structures, grills, glass and alcohol at home.
Five Points Jazz Festival
Photograph by ©Denver Arts & Venues
When: Saturday, May 21st, 2016
Where: Five Points, Denver
Time: 11am – 8pm
Cost: Free
Ages: all ages
The Five Points Jazz Festival takes place the third Saturday of May and celebrates the history of Denver’s Five Points neighborhood. Once known as the Harlem of the West, Five Points was home to several jazz clubs which played host to many of jazz music’s legends such as Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk and many more. Come out to Five Points to enjoy this free festival of music, food, culture and fun.
Camping Adventures at Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus’ Joy Park
Photograph by ©Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus
When: Saturday, May 21st, 2016
Where: Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus, 2121 Children’s Museum Dr, Denver, CO 80211
Time: 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Cost: Adults Members $10 / Adults Non-Members $20; Children Members $20 / Children Non-Members $30
Purchase tickets at: bit.ly/CampingAdventures
Ages: Ages 3+ and their grown-ups. One adult per 3 children required.
Come to Joy Park, at Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus, after hours for some camping fun. You won’t actually spend the night, but the evening will be filled with fun camp-themed activities including free play in Joy Park (exclusive after-hours access), a picnic dinner and sweet treats to end the night.
Bloomapalooza at Butterfly Pavilion
Photograph by ©Butterfly Pavilion
When: When: Saturday, May 21st, 2016
Where: Butterfly Pavilion, 6252 W 104th Ave, Westminster, CO 80020
Time: 9am – 5pm
Cost: included with museum admission
Ages: all ages
Spring has sprung! Come and get your groove on and join the Butterfly Pavilion for Bloomapalooza, a celebration of plant conservation day. They will celebrate everything that has to do with spring: gardening, pollinators, plants, and our beautiful planet! Bloomapalooza’s lineup includes: nature tours, scavenger hunts, ladybug releases, native plant sales, crafts, and much more for the whole family to enjoy.
The WICKNIC
Artwork ©The WICK
When: Saturday, May 21st, 2016
Where: Wealth In Community Knowledge, 648 Wolff St, Denver, Colorado 80204
Time: 1pm – 5pm
Cost: Free
Ages:
The first annual WICKNIC community event by Weath In Community Knowledge (WICK) will feature yard games, music, art projects, garden planting, workshops, food and fun for the whole family! The WICK will be grilling up hamburgers and hotdogs, and they encourage the community to bring potluck items such as salads, desserts, snacks and casseroles.
City of Denver District 11 Day of Beauty: BBQ Picnic, Farmers Market, Composting & Gardening
Artwork by ©City of Denver District 11 Council Office
When: Saturday, May 21st, 2016
Where: Montbello Recreation Center, 15555 E 53rd Ave, Denver, CO 80239
Time: 9am – 2pm (BBQ from 12pm – 2pm)
Cost: Free
Ages: all ages
City of Denver District 11 Council Office will celebrate Montbello’s 50th Anniversary with a district-wide “Day of Beauty,” including community beautification projects and a free celebratory lunch including food from Lena B Bar-B-Que at the Montbello Recreation Center. Event will also include a small farmers’ market, composting and gardening demonstrations and entertainment.
Magnificent May: Moms, Music & Model Trains
Photograph by ©Colorado Railroad Museum
When: Saturday, May 21st, 2016
Where: Colorado Railroad Museum, 17155 W 44th Ave, Golden, CO 80403
Time: 12pm – 4pm
Cost: Museum Members and Children under 2 are free, Children $5, Adults $15, and Seniors $10.
Purchase tickets at: bit.ly/MagnificentMomsCORailroad
Ages: all ages
Join the Colorado Railroad Museum for Magnificent May: Moms, Music & Model Trains. They are celebrating their favorite things about the month of May. A picnic with Mom, jazz music in the summer-like breezes and the distant whistle of trains highlight this special day. Singer Wendy Fopeano will join pianist Doug Roche, both renowned local jazz artists, as they perform timeless tunes from the Great American Songbook. Enjoy fascinating demonstrations from model train clubs, and don’t forget to visit the Museum’s permanent G-scale model railway from the Denver Garden Railway Society and their HO model railway from the Denver HO Model Railroad Club. So pack a picnic lunch and come along for an afternoon celebrating May!
Family Fun Day & Film Night: The Good Dinosaur
Photograph by ©akjb0000
When: Saturday, May 21st, 2016
Where: Liniger Building at CU South Denver, 10035 Peoria St, Parker, CO 80134
Time: Fun Day activities from 10am; Film Night activities 3:30pm – 5pm; Film 5pm – 7pm
Cost: Ages 13 – 59: $10, Seniors 60+: $8, Children 3 – 12: $6, Children 3 and under free
Purchase tickets at: bit.ly/GoodDinoCU
Ages: all ages
Liniger Building at CU South Denver is hosting a Family Film Night featuring The Good Dinosaur and dinosaur themed crafts and activities including a dinosaur egg hunt. The museum will be open to attendees until 5pm which is the screen time for the film.
Rocky Mountain Pet Expo
Artwork by ©Rocky Mountain Pet Expo
When: Saturday, May 21st, 2016
Where: National Western Complex, 4655 Humboldt St, Denver, CO 80216
Time: 10am – 6pm
Cost: Free
Ages: all ages
If you and your children love pets then you need to visit the Rocky Mountain Pet Expo where you’ll find: “Cutiest Dog Contest” -Enter your Dog in the contest and win fabulous prizes. Drawing will be held at the end of the event. Your Dog Must be present to win! Pet entertainment, Pet friendly vendors like: -Veterinarian Clinics -Pet Food & Pet Treat Manufacturers -Pet care -Retail Pet Stores -Pet Adoptions -Humane Societies -Spay and Neuter Services and more. Come with or without your pet!
Family Explore Quilting Day with Colorado Quilting Council
Artwork by ©Colorado Quilting Council
When: Saturday, May 21st, 2016
Where: South Fellowship Church, 6560 Broadway, Littleton, CO 80121
Time: 9am – 1pm
Cost: $5 entry fee (includes Junior CQC membership).
Colorado Quilting Council is presenting a special Family Explore Quilting Day. Join CQC at this family event. Bring your daughters, sons, grandkids, neighbors and anyone else who would like to learn more about quilting. Attendees will receive a gift bag filled with lots of goodies. They will also have several make & takes to enjoy, including; hand embroidery, a 9-patch block, stamps on fabric, a yoyo keychain, etc. CQC will unveil its quilt collection, over 30 quilts on display and their quilt parade will be for anyone to show their work and lend them inspiration.
Walk for Israel | Celebrate Family and Food Festival
Photograph by ©JEWISHcolorado
When: Sunday, May 22nd, 2016
Where: Sculpture Park at Denver Center for the Performing Arts Complex, 1400 Curtis Street, Denver, CO 80204
Time: 9am – 2pm
Cost: Free but registration is required. Register at: www.israelcelebratefest.org/register
Ages: all ages
This collaborative Jewish community event features activities for the entire family. JEWISHcolorado‘s Walk for Israel is a 2-mile walk in support of Israel, this year in a new location: downtown Denver! JCC Denver’s Celebrate Family Festival includes classes and activities for kids, teens, young adults, and the whole family. From face painting to food trucks, and Hazon’s DIY foodie fair with free activities such as: photo booths, yoga, art projects, ducks in a pond, ball toss, balloon artists, silent disco, inflatables and wall climbing, Plinko, coloring and more.
Meet Spongebob Squarepants at Outlets at Castle Rock
When: Sunday, May 22nd, 2016
Where: Outlets at Castle Rock, 5050 Factory Shops Blvd, Castle Rock, CO 80108
Time: 12pm – 2pm
Cost: Free
Ages: all ages
Spongebob Squarepants will be visiting the Outlets at Castle Rock to meet his favorite little fans, take pictures, play games and more. Attendees of this free family-friendly event will be able meet and take pictures with Spongebob, and enjoy face painting while taking advantage of great summer sales at Outlets at Castle Rock’s daily saving of 30-70% off retail prices. Please note that Outlets at Castle Rock is a dog-friendly center so bring along your favorite furry friend to a day of fun for the whole family!
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