{"id":1951390,"date":"2025-08-09T13:45:25","date_gmt":"2025-08-09T13:45:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=1951390"},"modified":"2025-08-09T13:45:25","modified_gmt":"2025-08-09T13:45:25","slug":"things-to-do-in-colorado-this-weekend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/things-to-do-in-colorado-this-weekend\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to do in Colorado this weekend"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>From plays and fine art festivals to regional celebrations and outdoor concerts, there\u2019s plenty to enjoy this weekend.<\/p>\n<h2>Friday, Aug. 8<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"article__contained wp-block-list\">\n<li>Boulder County Free Admission Day at the <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/coloradorailroadmuseum.org\/events\/\">Colorado Railroad Museum<\/a> in Golden \u2014 Grounds and exhibits are open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Train rides operate 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.<\/li>\n<li>Opening of \u201c<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/minersalley.com\/shows\/assassins\/\">Assassins<\/a>\u201d in Golden \u2014 This Tony-Award-winning musical, about the minds and motives of history\u2019s most infamous figures who attempted to assassinate U.S. presidents, features music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. On stage at Miners Alley Performing Arts Center Aug. 8 through Sept. 14. Tickets are $50-69.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gjcity.org\/Calendar.aspx?EID=7693\">Seusspeare in the Park: Romeo and Juliet&#8217;s Restaurant Wars<\/a> in Grand Junction \u2014 This free performance delivers Shakespeare as Dr. Seuss would have written it. On stage in Lincoln Park at 10 a.m.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Saturday, Aug. 9<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"article__contained wp-block-list\">\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/weareblackforest.com\/event\/save-the-date-black-forest-festival\/\">Black Forest Festival<\/a> \u2014 A day full of live music, food, parades, vendors, family-friendly activities and more. Festivities start at 6:30 a.m. and go until 3 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.savoydenver.com\/events\/denver-municipal-band\">Denver Municipal Jazz Band<\/a> in Denver \u2014 A free concert at the Savoy in Curtis Park. Doors at 6 p.m., show at 7 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/centennial-art.org\/event\/centennial-under-the-stars-3\/\">Centennial Under the Stars<\/a> \u2014 An evening of live music and food trucks at Centennial Center Park, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/wingsmuseum.org\/events\/cockpit-demo-day-aug\/\">Cockpit Demo Day<\/a> in Denver \u2014 Visit Wings Over the Rockies from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. to get an up-close look inside select aircraft and learn all about the history of the aircraft, instruments and controls. Ticket prices vary based on age and income.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Sunday, Aug. 10<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"article__contained wp-block-list\">\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.denverparentrocker.org\/\">Rock in the Park<\/a> in Denver \u2014 A free all-ages concert featuring the School of Rock Denver House Band from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The show closes out the live music season at City Park and raises money for kids&#8217; music scholarships.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/arvadacenter.org\/events\/violins-of-hope\">Violins of Hope<\/a> in Arvada \u2014 Together, Chabad of Northwest Denver and musicians of the Red Rock String Quartet bring Jewish music and stories to the stage. The Violins of Hope are a collection of historic violins, once played by Jewish musicians during the Holocaust, that symbolize resilience and the enduring power of music. By sharing the incredible stories of these instruments and their owners, the project connects past tragedies to a vision for a more compassionate future. The show is at the Arvada Center at 6 p.m. Tickets start at $30.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.townoffrisco.com\/event\/frisco-bay-marina-events\/kids-sandcastle-competition\/\">Kids\u2019 Sandcastle Competition<\/a> in Frisco \u2014 A free competition for kids 12 and under at the Frisco Marina. Construction time is 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., followed by judging and an awards ceremony.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.erieco.gov\/1533\/Touch-A-Truck\">Touch-A-Truck<\/a> in Erie \u2014 An event where kids can honk the horn, turn the wheel, and touch the buttons on vehicles of all shapes and sizes, from construction trucks to emergency response vehicles. 9 a.m. to noon at the Erie Community Center.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>All weekend<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"article__contained wp-block-list\">\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/cinemaq.eventive.org\/schedule?utm_source=DFS+Master+List&amp;utm_campaign=81dc7a9cd1-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2025_CQ_Program_Announce&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_term=0_-8d35b9d719-379830537&amp;mc_cid=81dc7a9cd1&amp;mc_eid=7b0db1afbc\">CinemaQ Film Festival<\/a> in Denver \u2014 A weekend of features, shorts and documentaries at the Sie FilmCenter that celebrate queer stories and filmmakers, paired with \u201cunapologetically queer\u201d events and community conversations. Some events have fixed ticket prices, others are pay-what-you-can. Events run Aug. 8-10.<\/li>\n<li>\u201c<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.denvercenter.org\/tickets-events\/pippin\/\">Pippin<\/a>\u201d in Denver \u2014 The musical, about a young Pippin seeking happiness and fulfillment amidst a troupe of actors who may or may not have his best interests at heart, is reimagined by Phamaly Theatre Company. \u201cPippin\u201d is on stage Aug. 7 through 24, with accessible performances Aug. 7-10, Aug. 14-18 and Aug. 21-24. Tickets start at $29.50.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goldenfineartsfestival.org\/\">Golden Fine Arts Festival<\/a> \u2014 Works from 100+ juried artists will be on display, with free admission for the public. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainartfestivals.com\/festivals-calendar\/22ndbreckenridge-august-art-festival-47nkx-mn2af-spa5j-685jg\">Breckenridge August Art Festival<\/a> \u2014 Works will be displayed across 13 fine art categories. The festival runs 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday through Saturday. Admission is free.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/cherrycreeknorth.com\/things-to-do\/ccn-signature-events\/cherry-creek-north-in-bloom\/smash-fine-arts-festival\">Smash Fine Arts Festival<\/a> in Denver \u2014 An outdoor fine art festival in Cherry Creek North\u2019s Fillmore Plaza. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.telluridejazz.org\/\">Telluride Jazz Festival<\/a> \u2014 A weekend of live music in one of Colorado\u2019s most picturesque destinations. The festival runs Aug. 8-10. Tickets start at $39.49.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/bluegrass.com\/folks\">Rocky Mountain Folks Festival<\/a> in Lyons \u2014 A \u201cSummit of the Song\u201d that brings songwriters of all genres together at the Planet Bluegrass Ranch for three days of music, camping and inspiration. <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eventim.us\/event\/Folks-Festival-2025\/633532\">Tickets<\/a> start at $95.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/aspenfashionweek.com\/\">Aspen Fashion Week<\/a> \u2014 An inaugural event featuring runway shows, pop-up shops, and curated workshops. Events run Aug. 7-10.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/hotwheelsmonstertruckslive.com\/\">Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire<\/a> in Denver \u2014 Ball Arena hosts two days of monster trucks, plus the high-flyers of Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Freestyle Motocross Team and a special appearance from a transforming robot. Shows are at 12:30 p.m and 7:30 p.m. on Saturday and 2:30 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets start at $37.10.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sterlingranchcab.com\/Calendar.aspx\">Sterling Ranch Days<\/a> in Littleton \u2014 A weekend of family fun, including: mutton bustin\u2019, goat yoga, country dancing, a family ranch challenge, a horse parade, live music and more. Some events are ticketed, others are free.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/tickets.thriftcon.co\/landing\/thriftcon-denver\">ThriftCon<\/a> in Denver \u2014 A vintage clothing and collectibles convention at the national Western Complex, featuring 100+ vendors. General admission is $17, VIP early admission is $40.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.buenavistacolorado.org\/gold-rush-days\">Buena Vista Gold Rush Days<\/a> \u2014 A weekend of festivities, from Aug. 7-10, including live music, vendors, food and drink, a burro race and more.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.southparkcity.org\/?fbclid=IwY2xjawMB_wZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETExaWRDRHJwT3NSZXRWR2VhAR4q5_lAl5Fff35sqYLwYTMyl3-m-9FwIhMg5vuPUAeP4qB_pPcgrBB9BKB0-g_aem_muAO0taAXborup6wGUtTgQ\">Living History Days<\/a> in Fairplay \u2014 Watch history come alive with cowboys, horses, robberies, gold panning, live music and more. Saturday and Sunday at the South Park City Museum. View <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.southparkcity.org\/?fbclid=IwY2xjawMB_wZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETExaWRDRHJwT3NSZXRWR2VhAR4q5_lAl5Fff35sqYLwYTMyl3-m-9FwIhMg5vuPUAeP4qB_pPcgrBB9BKB0-g_aem_muAO0taAXborup6wGUtTgQ\">times and events here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/thecarnationfestival.com\/\">Wheat Ridge Carnation Festival<\/a> \u2014 This weekend-long community celebration features live music, vendors, a car show, a carnival and circus, fine art, a parade, and more. Festivities take place Aug. 8-10.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Ongoing events<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"article__contained wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201c<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.denvercenter.org\/tickets-events\/moulin-rouge-the-musical\/\">Moulin Rouge! The Musical<\/a>\u201d in Denver \u2014 This 10-time Tony Award-winning musical is a reimagining of Baz Luhrmann\u2019s revolutionary 2001 film. \u201cMoulin Rouge\u201d is on stage at the Buell Theatre Aug.6-17. Tickets start at $53.10.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/paradeofhomesdenver.com\/\">Denver Parade of Homes<\/a> \u2014 Thursday through Sunday from noon to 5 p.m., Aug. 7-24.<\/li>\n<li>\u201c<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.denverfilm.org\/programs\/reel-to-real\/\">Reel to Real<\/a>\u201d film series \u2014 A four-week series that brings to life Colorado\u2019s history, culture and communities at the Sie FilmCenter. After each screening, History Colorado curators and other experts lead a discussion covering the film\u2019s historical context, impact, and thematic connection to the state. The series kicks off on Tuesday, Aug. 5 at 6:30 p.m. with a presentation of the charming 1994 sports comedy-drama \u201c<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.denverfilm.org\/programs\/reel-to-real\/\">A League of Their Own<\/a>\u201d starring Geena Davis, Tom Hanks and Madonna.<\/li>\n<li>\u201c<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artscomplex.com\/events\/detail\/dixies-tupperware-party\">Dixie\u2019s Tupperware Party<\/a>\u201d in Denver \u2014 A laugh-out-loud tale about Dixie Longate, a fast-talking, gum-chewing, ginger-haired Alabama gal who is bringing grandma\u2019s Tupperware party into the 21st century. On stage July 24 through Aug. 17 at the Garner Galleria Theatre in the DCPA. Tickets start at $56.64.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fourmilepark.org\/brightnights\/\">Bright Nights<\/a> at the Historic Four Mile Park in Denver \u2014 An evening lantern festival featuring whimsical flora and fauna, a surreal Chinese Dreamland and an interactive zone full of surprises. Open Wednesday through Sunday, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Tickets start at $15.<\/li>\n<li>\u201c<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.backstagetheatre.org\/\">Young Frankenstein<\/a>\u201d in Breckenridge \u2014 The comedy genius, Mel Brooks, has adapted his beloved comedy film for the stage. At the Breckenridge Backstage Theatre from June 25 through Aug. 10. Tickets range from $35 to $50.<\/li>\n<li>\u201c<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/mcadenver.org\/exhibitions\/the-future-is-present-the-harbinger-is-home\">The Future is Present, The Harbinger is Home<\/a>\u201d at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Denver \u2014 The exhibition features over sixty works spanning sculpture, painting, drawing, video, and large-scale installations that explore the role of New Orleans and other climate-vulnerable regions of the world. On view through Aug. 24. Museum admission ranges from free to $14.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/cupresents.org\/series\/shakespeare-festival\/\">Colorado Shakespeare Festival<\/a> in Boulder \u2014 \u201cThe Tempest\u201d and \u201cRichard II\u201d are on stage at the Roe Green Theatre through Aug. 10. Tickets start at $36.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cirquedusoleil.com\/usa\/denver\/echo\/buy-tickets\">Cirque du Soleil\u2019s \u201cEcho\u201d<\/a> in Denver \u2014 A new performance under the big top, telling the story of a girl, her dog, and the magic cube that takes them on a journey. On stage through Aug. 17. Tickets start at $96.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Some other groups mentioned on this list may also be financial supporters of CPR News. Financial supporters have no editorial influence.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>How we pick our events: <\/strong>These listings highlight events around the state to give readers a sense of the breadth of Colorado\u2019s arts and cultural happenings. It is not a comprehensive list of all weekly events. Entries are not endorsements or reviews. Each week\u2019s list is published on Friday and is not updated.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>Have suggestions for next week\u2019s list? Email Lauren Antonoff Hart at<\/em> <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.cpr.org\/cdn-cgi\/l\/email-protection#2a464b5f584f44044b445e4544454c4c424b585e6a495a580445584d\"><em><span class=\"__cf_email__\" data-cfemail=\"533f322621363d7d323d273c3d3c35353b322127133023217d3c2134\">[email\u00a0protected]<\/span><\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><em> \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.cpr.org \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From plays and fine art festivals to regional celebrations and outdoor concerts, there\u2019s plenty to enjoy this weekend. 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