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Susan Troy, Elite Travel Concierge
Here are our top picks for upcoming Family-Friendly Local Events in the greater Thornton, Northglenn and Westminster areas!
Friday, June 27: π SCFD Free Day: Four Mile Historic Park
Four Mile Historic Park | Denver
Four Mile Historic Park is a portal to Denver’s Western heritage, with historically accurate replicas, a working farm with horses, goats, chickens, and pigs, and the site of Denver’s oldest standing structure, the Four Mile House Museum. Today, the Park offers a variety of education programs, tours of the historic Four Mile House, and signature events.
Cost: FREE | Reservations Required
Saturday, June 28: π The Big Wonderful Festival
16th St. Mall | Denver
Denver’s favorite festival takes over Downtown every 4th Saturday—TheBigWonderful brings DJs, giant games, karaoke sing-alongs, themed cocktails, local vendors, and live bands for the city’s best summer party.
Cost: FREE | Vendors on-site
Saturday, June 29: π SCFD Free Day: Clyfford Still Museum
Clyfford Still Museum | Denver
In appreciation of the citizens who support the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD), and in the spirit of community engagement, the Clyfford Still Museum offers free admission once a month on select days throughout the year.
Cost: FREE Admission
Thursday, July 3: π 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
Thursday, July 3: π Adams County’s Stars & Stripes Celebration
Riverdale Regional Park | Brighton
The fun kicks off at 4 p.m. with free kids’ activities, delicious food vendors, and live music that will have everyone tapping their feet. The night ends with a spectacular fireworks show at 9:30 p.m. that lights up the fairgrounds sky!
Cost: FREE | Vendors on-site
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