culture. Boulder. coloradobrazilfest.org
This annual event celebrates the historic mining town, showcasing the real and authentic Wild West experience, perfect for visitors to get a taste of the
become beloved classics in the musical theatre canon. Buell Theatre, Denver. denvercenter.org 12 Wednesday Breastfeeding Essentials at Erie Medical Center 6-9pm This informative in-person class includes breastfeeding basics, the lactation process, why skin-to-skin contact is so important, helpful routines, common concerns, pumping, and more. Erie Medical Center, Erie. bch.org ~ Garden Class 6-7pm Free garden class on most Wednesday nights. Arvada Community Garden, Arvada. arvadagardeners.org Every Wednesday in August, locals and visitors can be entertained with the sounds of jazz music. Festival Park, Castle Rock. crgov.com 13 Thursday Come hang out with friends (or make some new ones) in the Teen Space while enjoying pizza. Play video games, make arts and crafts, or just hang out. Boulder Public Library, Boulder. boulderlibrary.org “The Love of My Life” Book Signing With Whitney Hanson 6:30-7:30pm Whitney Hanson will speak about and sign her new book, “The Love of My Life.” Boulder Book Store, Boulder. boulderbookstore.com Jazz in the Park 6:30-8pm ~ Pizza Party Thursdays 4:30-6pm Zach Bryan’s With Heaven Tour Through August 14 Zach Bryan is on his With Heaven tour, stopping for two nights in Denver. Empower Field at Mile High, Denver. zachbryan.com
~ Poudre RiverFest 11am-5pm
Celebrate the Poudre River with this free, family-friendly festival. Join for a day of fun, learning, and community. New Belgium Brewing, Fort Collins. poudreriverfest.org 9 Sunday
Kids Adventure Games Through August 9 Kids Adventure Games is the only multi-city adventure race for children. Every race is distinct and unique, helping kids build their teamwork skills and sportsmanship. Vail. kidsadventuregames.com
time period. Leadville. leadvilleboomdays.org
~ Rocky Mountain Folks Festival Through August 9 Plant your chair along the St. Vrain River for epic performances on the main stage, intimate sets in the Wildflower Pavilion, and magical moments with your Festivarian Family. Lyons. bluegrass.com/folks The event showcases world-class jazz music and other funk while celebrating the rich tradition of American jazz. Telluride Town Park, Telluride. telluridejazz.org 8 Saturday Telluride Jazz Festival Through August 9 Colorado Beef Festival 11am-9pm Join for a full day celebration of food, music, and Colorado’s ranching heritage. MSU Denver, Denver. coloradobeeffestival.com ~ Lafayette Peach Festival 9am-4pm Join for a delightful celebration centered around the world-famous Palisade peaches in Lafayette. Indulge in delicious peach pies and peach cobbler while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of the celebration. Public Rd. between Simpson and Kimbark Streets, Lafayette. business.lafayettecolorado.com The North Denver Birth Expo is a free community event designed to connect families with trusted local resources and providers supporting fertility, pregnancy, postpartum care, infancy, and early childhood. Relish Food Hall, Louisville. facebook.com ~ North Denver Birth Expo 10am-1pm
~ 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Festival 1:30-3:30pm
Outdoor Movie Nights 8:30pm
Featuring themed drinks, food specials, costume contests, and more, don’t miss out on this week’s movie, Shrek. Avanti Food & Beverage, Denver. avantifandb.com
Celebrate reading and learn about the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program. Practice counting with Nutty the Squirrel, enjoy storytimes, crafts, a bookish obstacle course, and more. Boulder Public Library, Boulder. boulderlibrary.org Roll into Armadillo Day with the aquarium, which is home to three, three-banded armadillos. Spend the day learning about this unique species through keeper talks, interactions, and training demonstrations. Downtown Aquarium, Denver. aquariumrestaurants.com 10 Monday Armadillo Day 9am-2pm Join for a 45-minute “quick peek” tour of the Family Birth Center to see the environment, family-friendly birthing rooms, and natural pain relief options. Boulder Community Health, Boulder. bch.org Film on the Rocks: Jurassic Park 8:30pm Watch Jurassic Park at Red Rocks! Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Morrison. redrocksonline.com 11 Tuesday ~ Family Birth Center Tour 4:30-5:15pm
Parade of Homes Denver Noon-5pm
Get inspired by the latest and greatest in new home living at the 2026 Denver Parade of Homes. For three weekends starting on Thursday, Aug. 6, embark on a journey through Denver’s premier home exhibition and architectural tour. Neighborhoods throughout Metro Denver and in
Grand County, Centennial. paradeofhomesdenver.com 7 Friday Denver West Reptile Expo Through August 9
The expo features national breeders, supplies, feeders, and educational exhibits bringing thousands of reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, and exotic plants to the Denver area. Jefferson County Fairgrounds, Golden. showmereptileshow.com ~ Downtown Greeley Friday Fest 6-10pm It’s your go-to summer celebration every Friday night, with a free outdoor concert series, friends, and more. Downtown Greeley, Greeley. greeleydowntown.com
~ Leadville Boom Days Through August 9
Boot Camp for Dads 6-9pm
This informative class is for any dad expecting a baby with a one- day workshop led by dads. Boulder Community Health, Boulder. bch.org
Lafayette Peach Festival, August 8
14 Friday ~ Fun on the Farm 9:45-10:30am
Mom Coffee Meetup 9:30-11:30am
Raising Parents is now open! Join their monthly mom meetup to socialize and make new mom friends. Whether you’re expecting, a new mom, or a seasoned one, enjoy coffee and snacks while mingling and sharing with others. Raising Parents, Lafayette. raisingparentsco.com
Children ages 3-6 will love to visit the farm to learn about animals, plants, and agricultural life. All programs include a short time, hands-on activities, and a take-home craft. Afterwards, explore the farm. Agricultural Heritage
Center, Longmont. bouldercounty.gov
Indianapolis Clowns at Savannah Bananas 7pm The Savannah Bananas will host the Indianapolis Clowns for a highly anticipated two-night series.
Monty Python’s Spamalot Through August 23
The musical comedy lovingly ripped off from the film classic, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, SPAMALOT features well- known song titles and more that have
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