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Here are our top picks for upcoming Family-Friendly Local Events in the greater Thornton, Northglenn and Westminster areas!
Saturday, May 3: ๐ Speak Walk
Carmichael Park | Brighton
The walk helps bring awareness to the severity of teen suicide while also working to educate the community and break down the stigmas that surround mental illness.
Cost: Adults $20 Students $15
Saturday, May 3: ๐ฆ Tiny Tots: Animals at Riverdale Regional Park Exhibit Hall
Riverdale Park Exhibit Hall | Brighton
For this program, we welcome families into a musical zoo. Children will hear orchestra music inspired by animals and use their imaginations to fly, gallop, and swim along with our orchestra!
Cost: Ticket $17.50
Saturday, May 3: ๐จ Westminster Arts Week: Music, Art and Closing Reception
Downtown Westminster
Experience Westminster’s eclectic Historic Westminster (located near 73rd Ave and Lowell Blvd) where makers, creators and artists thrive. Enjoy free music, make some art to take home, and stroll through the artisan market.
Cost: FREE | Event Vendors On-site
Monday, May 5: ๐ Orchard Cinco De Mayo Festival
The Orchard | Westminster
Join us for the Cinco de Mayo Festival that promises to be an exciting celebration of Mexican culture and heritage at 3 Margaritas! From a mariachi band to delicious food, tasty drinks and art vendors – the festival will offer something for everyone.
Cost: FREE | Event Vendors On-site
Thursday, May 8: ๐ก Teen Substance Use Trends presented by SROs (Ages 18+)
Erie Police Department | Erie
The Erie Police Department is committed to educating parents about teen drug, alcohol, and vaping use in Erie schools. Consider attending an informative clinic presented by school resource officers.
Cost: FREE | Registration Required
*Publisher Note: This page is updated every week. Top picks are merely suggestions and age recommendations are provided by the venue, we encourage parents to use their own judgment when choosing events to attend, and double-check to make sure the event is still scheduled.
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