experience. Butterfly Pavilion, Westminster. butterflies.org 21 Thursday Books and Brews Book Club
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23 Saturday Apex Foundation Pickleball Tournament 8am Play in the 10th Annual Memorial Day Weekend 2026 Pickleball Tournament presented by REP Fitness. Men’s, women’s, and mixed doubles of various levels are offered. Marquardt-Miles Outdoor Pickleball Courts at Apex’s Simms Street Recreation Center, Arvada. apexprd.org Colorado Rapids vs. FC Dallas 7:30pm Watch professional men’s soccer. Dick’s Sporting Goods Park, Commerce City. coloradorapids.com
The book club is open to the public and new members are welcome. They will be discussing The Cruel Princ e by Holly Black. Odd 13 Brewing, Lafayette. lafayettecoevents.com
Denver Derby Party, May 2
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Coal Miners 6pm
spectacular Harry Potter and the Cursed Child comes to Denver. Buell Theatre, Denver. artscomplex.com
Stories, songs, rhymes, and fun designed for toddlers and active walkers through preschool age. Lafayette Public Library, Lafayette. lafayettepubliclibrary.libcal.com 28 Thursday Fan Expo Through May 31 If you’re into comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, or cosplay, there’s something for everyone. Colorado Convention Center, Denver. fanexpohq.com
Flipturn with Richy Mitch & The Coal Miners will be performing at Red Rocks. Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, Morrison. redrocksonline.com
Littleton Artisan Fair 10am-3pm
Colorado Markets showcase the talents of dozens of handpicked, small-scale makers, bakers, artists, and boutiques across our state. Shop and enjoy music and gourmet bites from food trucks and bakeries. 5900 S. Santa Fe Dr., Littleton. coloradomarkets.com Urban Market at Union Station Through May 31 Join for an outdoor shopping experience that brings together an exciting mix of local artists, makers, collectors, and small businesses offering an ever- changing selection of art, crafts, antiques, clothing, jewelry, décor, treasures, and more. Union Station, Denver. coloradoevents.org 31 Sunday 16th Street Summer Kickoff Through June 1 The free summer festival will celebrate 16th Street. The mile- long experience will feature IFSC Speed Climbing World Cup, live music, family zones, local artists, a beer garden, and food vendors.16th Street Mall, Denver. summerindenver.com GOLDEN: A K-Pop Kids Party! 11am This kids rave is the ultimate family-friendly dance party experience featuring K-Pop remixes and iconic pop anthems. Bluebird Theater, Denver. bluebirdtheater.net
Create & Play 10am-noon Create & Play is an early
Denver Arts Festival Through May 24
childhood program for ages zero to five and their caregivers. Kids are tasked with solving a big problem: the creativity juice has run out! Denver Art Museum, Denver. denverartmuseum.org 22 Friday Boulder Creek Festival Through May 25 Kick off summer with three days filled with festivities in Boulder! The annual festival includes 30+ bands, dozens of food trucks, shopping from 200+ local businesses, rides, games, and a beer festival. Central Park and
The Denver Arts Festival is a fine arts and fine crafts festival that continues to be dedicated to showcasing Colorado artists and a select group of national artists.
Conservatory Green Central Park, Denver. denverartsfestival.com
Picnic on the Plaza Noon
Family show for all ages, this is the Picnic on the Plaza Summer Reading Kickoff. The plaza splash pad is on, bring lunch, and enjoy music together. Festival
Sensory Storytime 10:30am Kids and caregivers are welcome to join for storytime designed for kids ages 2-8 who are neurodiverse and/ or have sensory needs. With softer lighting, singing, books, and sensory toys, it’s led by a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst. Lafayette Public Library, Lafayette. lafayettepubliclibrary.libcal.com 25 Monday Sensory Friendly Hours 10am Families with children, teenagers, and adults with processing disorders and other cognitive disabilities are welcome to experience the museum in a lower sensory environment. Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum, Denver. wingsmuseum.or g
Plaza, Lafayette. lafayetteco.gov 29 Friday Mike the Headless Chicken Festival Through May 30
Downtown Boulder. bouldercreekfest.com
This annual festival celebrates the chicken who lived without a head for 18 months! Celebrate with a 5K, live music, art contest, chicken show, and disc golf tourney. Downtown Fruita, Fruita. miketheheadlesschicken.org Outside Days Through May 31 See extraordinary artists and storytellers while enjoying being outside. Auraria Campus, Denver. outsidedays.outsideonline.com
Grand Old West Days Through May 25 Relive the old ways of the West with loads of activities such as cowboy shooting, arts and crafts, carnival, beer garden, live music, and ranch rodeo. Moffat County Fairgrounds, Craig. grandoldwestdays.com Star Wars: Return of the Jedi in Concert Through May 24 Watch the complete Star Wars: Return of the Jedi film unfold as your Colorado Symphony performs John Williams’ legendary score live. Boettcher Concert Hall, De nver.
30 Saturday Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Through June 3 Broadway’s spellbinding
25 Monday Family Storytime 10:30-11am
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