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🌟 Top Picks for Upcoming Family-Friendly Local Events: June 6 - 12

June 2, 2025

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Susan Troy, Elite Travel Concierge


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Here are our top picks for upcoming Family-Friendly Local Events in the greater Thornton, Northglenn and  Westminster areas!


Saturday, June 7: 🎉 Thorntonfest
Carpenter Park Fields | Thornton

Kids activities, live music, vendors, beer garden and MORE!

Cost: FREE | Event Vendors On-site


Saturday, June 7: 😎 Brighton Summerfest
Carmichael Park | Brighton

Looking for a fun, free way to kick off summer with the kids? Head to Brighton Summerfest ! Enjoy delicious food, live music all day (including a 50s & 60s revival with The Dreamboats at 3 PM), and plenty of kids’ activities to keep little ones entertained while you soak up the good vibes. 

Cost: FREE | Event Vendors On-site


Tuesday, June 10:🎣 Brighton Fishing derby
Brighton recreation center pond | Brighton

Starts at 8am. Participants are registered by age groups. The pond will be freshly stocked so everyone has a good chance to catch a fish!

Cost: FREE 


Tuesday, June 10: 🆓 SCFD Free Day: Denver Botanic Gardens
Denver Botanic Gardens | Denver

Denver Botanic Gardens at York Street, in cooperation with the City and County of Denver, presents a wide range of gardens and collections on 24 acres. The gardens reflect an ever-widening diversity of plants from all corners of the world.

  • This event will sell out; please get your tickets in advance. No onsite tickets available for sold out days.

Cost: FREE - Registration Required


Saturday, June 7: 🆓 SCFD Free Day: Denver Art Museum
Denver Art Museum | Denver

Engage with art, explore onsite activities, and experience exhibitions on view all while enjoying free admission! Advance ticket reservations are encouraged.  Children 18 years and younger are FREE every day of the year!

Cost: FREE

*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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