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Things to Do in Denver in the Spring and Summer

Whether you’re looking for world-class museums, live concerts or outdoor fun, Denver is the perfect spot for your next spring or summer getaway. On top of that, the city has amazing cuisine from every corner of the globe and the freshest local ingredients. With blue skies and tons of sunshine, it’s…

Only in Denver: Dinosaur Ridge

Up in the foothills, only 20 minutes from Denver, there's a famous natural landmark where dinosaurs have a story to tell. It’s the perfect family-friendly excursion where learning is fun During the Cretaceous Period, or 145 million to 66 million years ago, Denver was beachfront property. Back then…

Free Things to Do This Fall in Denver

Enjoy the best Denver has to offer this fall without stretching your budget. The Mile High City is packed with free festivals, attractions and activities that will keep you busy all season long! See more free events and activities year-round. Candlelight Nights WHEN: TBA 2025 WHERE: City of Golden…

Denver’s Biggest Events for 2025

Start planning now for exciting events and festivals in Denver. Scroll down our month-by-month list andchoose from annual favorites, splashy debuts and exclusive showings. Make a night of it and take advantage of great hotel deals. …

Downtown Denver Holiday Lights Tour

Beginning Thanksgiving weekend, downtown Denver will be twinkling like never before. Take an evening stroll through the heart of the city by following this self-guided tour. All of these attractions are free and can be experienced throughout the holiday season. You can start the tour at any point…

Top 5 Reasons to Visit Denver This Winter

Looking for something new and exciting? Denver has a host of family-friendly adventures planned for the holidays with special hotel deals for weekend getaways. Mile High Drone Show New this year will be the Mile High Drone Show. For 40 magical nights, 400 drones will soar into the sky, creating…

Chatfield Farms Has Big Plans for a Sustainable Future

On the fringes of the foothills southwest of the city, Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms is a model of sustainable, regenerative agriculture, with plenty of lessons for gardeners amid the fertile landscape. Originally settled by the Hildebrand family in 1866, the former homestead that is now…

How to Make the Most of the Colorado Dragon Boat Festival

Each summer, the dragons awaken at Sloan’s Lake Park in northwest Denver. The annual bash includes exciting dragon boat races, tons of food vendors and a packed lineup of entertainment, all of which celebrate the rich heritage of Colorado’s Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander…