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Rodeo All-Star Weekend See top-ranked cowboys and cowgirls compete in three rodeo performances, play interactive games, and enjoy special events for the whole family. April 15 and 16. National Western Events Center, Denver. rodeoallstar.com
Young folklórico dancers perform outside the Denver Art Museum for El Día del Niño.
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El Día del Niño: The Day of the Child
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Children’s health and contributions to society took the global stage in 1925, when the World Conference for the Well-being of Children established June 1 as International Children’s Day. Nations worldwide went on to choose their own dates to celebrate, with Mexico and other Latin American countries observing on April 30. Numerous U.S. cities, including Denver, have adopted the late-April date as well, and host activities that engage kids, reflect cultural identity, and advocate for positive policies. The following local arts and culture centers offer free admission and family-friendly activities to celebrate El Día del Niño: Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art will host art-making, storytelling, dance, and musical performances at the Boulder Civic Area Bandshell on April 23, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Clyfford Still Museum, Denver Art Museum, History Colorado Center, and Center for Colorado Women’s History unite in a Golden Triangle Creative District celebration that includes performances and drop-in art-making activities, plus free admission to the museums all day on April 24 (location times vary). Denver Public Library’s Montbello location invites everyone on April 30, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., to watch dance performances, make art, pick up books, enjoy snacks, and take a swing at a piñata. Try making one of your own colorful candy holders at the Ross-Barnum branch on April 30, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Denver Museum of Nature & Science will share virtual programming, in addition to their May 1 free day, which will include special performances, music, and activities for the entire family. Reservation are required. WOW! Children’s Museum will celebrate with bilingual storytimes, crafts, and cold treats from a Kona Ice truck, included with free admission on April 30, 9 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Denver Taiko: Live In Concert
Enjoy traditional Japanese Taiko drumming in a high-energy show with rhythmic grooves and heart-pounding beats. April 21. Longmont Museum, Longmont. longmontcolorado.gov
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Family Discovery Series: Hawk Quest Meet and learn about a bald or golden eagle, an owl, a falcon, and a free-flying hawk. Guests will discover the importance of different raptor species. April 9. The Schoolhouse, Parker. parkerarts.org
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Family Seder
Join a Passover experience for the whole family. Rabbis Caryn Aviv and Amanda Schwartz will guide you through songs, stories, movement, blessings, and tastes of Seder foods. April 17. Virtual Event. judaismyourway.org
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