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Psst… What to do with Kids in Denver this Weekend August 25th – 27th, 2017

What to do with Kids in Denver this Weekend August 25th – 27th, 2017 | The Denver Ear

Denver offers families a fun-filled weekend outdoors this weekend! Enjoy outdoor movies, concerts, shows, markets, fairs, festivals and more!

WHAT TO DO WITH KIDS IN DENVER THIS WEEKEND AUGUST 25th – 27th, 2017

OUTLETS AT CASTLE ROCK’S ‘ROCK YOUR SUMMER’ CONCERT: THE MIDNIGHT CLUB
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When: Friday, August 25th, 2017

Where: Outlets at Castle Rock, 5050 Factory Shops Blvd Suite 437, Castle Rock, CO 80108

Time: 6pm – 8pm

Cost: Free

Ages: All Ages

Outlets at Castle Rock & The Colorado Renaissance Festival are inviting Colorado residents to experience a summer night filled with singing, dancing and amazing live entertainment at the final show of their annual ‘Rock Your Summer’ Concert Series. This free show will feature a performance by one of Colorado’s up and coming pop groups, The Midnight Club.

WESTMINSTER’S OUTDOOR MOVIE IN THE PARK: MOANA
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When: Friday, August 25th, 2017

Where: City Park Soccer Fields, 10475 Sheridan Blvd, Westminster, CO 80020

Time: Starting from 7pm

Cost: Free

Ages: All Ages

City of Westminster will be hosting its Friday, Outdoor Movies In the Park event with a special screening of Moana. Enjoy watching this family-friendly film on a 24′ screen under the stars. Food vendors and pre-movie activities begin at 7pm. Movie begins at dusk. Bring your blanket or lawn chairs.

GOLDEN’S MOVIE & MUSIC IN THE PARK: ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY & MOSES JONES BAND
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story | The Denver Ear

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When: Friday, August 25th, 2017

Where: Parfet Park, 911 10th St, Golden, CO 80401

Time: Starting from 7pm

Cost: Free

Ages: Film Rated PG-13

This Friday, City of Golden concludes its Movies & Music in the Park series, with a special screening of the film Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, with a special performance by Moses Jones Band.

DISNEY’S FROZEN: THE BROADWAY-BOUND MUSICAL
Frozen: The Broadway-Bound Musical | The Denver Ear

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When: Friday, August 25th, through Sunday, August 27th, 2017

Where: Buell Theatre at Denver Center for the Performing Arts, 1350 Curtis Street, Denver, CO 80202

Time: Friday & Saturday 7:30pm; Sunday 2pm

Cost: Starting from $30

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Ages: Recommended for Children 6 & Up

Disney’s Broadway-bound Musical Frozen, inspired by the hit award-winning film, continues its Denver run on stage at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. Frozen, features more music, incredible stagecraft, and the epic story you love – now told as a full-length Broadway musical.

SPECIAL IMAX SCREENING: FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM 3D
Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them | The Denver Ear

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When: Friday, August 25th & Saturday, August 26th, 2017

Where: Denver Museum of Nature & Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd, Denver, CO 80205

Time: 7:30pm

Cost: $7.95 – $9.95 Adults; $6 – $7.95 Seniors & Children (3-18)

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Ages: Film Rated PG-13

This weekend, the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, is featuring special IMAX screenings of the film, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them in 3D.

GOLDEN’S COMMUNITY SAFETY AWARENESS DAY FAIR
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When: Saturday, August 26th, 2017

Where: Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 15200 W 6th Ave Frontage Rd, Golden, CO 80401

Time: 9am – 1pm

Cost: Free

Ages: All Ages

City of Golden’s Community Safety Awareness Day Fair will feature 80+ booths featuring demonstrations, giveaways and important information. Kids activities will include: CHEEZO online and cell phone safety for kids, Bicycle rodeo with free helmets, and safety services & activities.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ELEPHANT & PIGGIE
Elephant & Piggie | The Denver Ear

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When: Saturday, August 26th, 2017

Where: Children’s Library – Denver Public Library, 10 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, CO 80204

Time: 10am – 4pm

Cost: Free

Ages: All Ages

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Elephant and Piggie with Pigeon, Knuffle Bunny, and more hilarious characters from Mo Willems’ books at the Children’s Library at Denver Public Library. This celebration will feature crafts, activities, games and cupcakes.

PARKER ARTISTS GUILD’S ART IN THE PARK
Art in the Park by Parker Artists Guild | The Denver Ear

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When: Saturday, August 26th & Sunday, August 27th, 2017

Where: O’Brien Memorial Park, 10795 Victorian Dr, Parker, CO 80138

Time: Saturday 10am – 5pm; Sunday 10am – 4pm

Cost: Free

Ages: All Ages

Art in the Park, presented by Parker Artists Guild, is a two-day event in Parker that will feature local artisans selling their one of a kind pieces, a kids art station, food vendors, and live music.

EVERGREEN FINE ARTS FESTIVAL
Evergreen Fine Arts Festival | The Denver Ear

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When: Saturday, August 26th & Sunday, August 27th, 2017

Where: Hiwan Homestead Museum, 4208 Timbervale Dr, Evergreen, CO 80439

Time: 10am – 5pm

Cost: Free

Ages: All Ages

Enjoy the cool mountain air under the canopy of pine trees in Evergreen, Colorado, at the 51st Annual Evergreen Fine Arts Festival. Ranked in the top 50 art fairs in the nation, this juried fine art show features 100 artists, live background music, craft drinks, and food trucks.

THE COLOR RUN™ DREAM TOUR
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When: Saturday, August 26th, 2017

Where: Coors Field, 2001 Blake St, Denver, CO 80205

Time: 11am – 6pm

Cost: $49.99 Individual; $44.99 Team

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Ages: All Ages

The Color Run™ Dream Tour, Presented by Lay’s®, is coming to Denver and will feature an all-new Lay’s® Poppables™ Foam Zone, Unicorn Medal, inspirational Dream Wall, giant inflatable unicorns, and Purple Color Zone. The Color Run supports  Children’s Hospital Colorado Foundation.

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DENVER MODERNISM SHOW
Denver Modernism Show | The Denver Ear

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When: Saturday, August 26th & Sunday, August 27th, 2017

Where: National Western Complex, 4655 Humboldt St, Denver, CO 80216

Time: Saturday 11am – 5pm; Sunday 11am – 4pm

Cost: $10; Free for Children 12 & Under

Ages: All Ages

The Denver Modernism Show features furnishings, home decor, fashion, art and electronics from an era when the future was bright and space was the place.

Over 100 exhibitor booths full of vintage and contemporary modern design such as furniture, artwork and objects from mid-century, eco, retro, Eames-era, Mod and more.

CASTLE PINES’ PARTY IN THE PINES

What to do with Kids in Denver this Weekend August 25th – 27th, 2017 | The Denver Ear

When: Saturday, August 26th, 2017

Where: Elk Ridge Park, 7005 Mira Vista Ln, Castle Pines, CO 80108

Time: 5pm – 8pm

Cost: Free

Ages: All Ages

Castle Pines Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Party in the Pines event at Elk Ridge Park this Saturday. Enjoy food, live music, kids activities, vendor booths, beer & wine, and fireworks at dusk. Free activities.

COLORADO COWBOY GATHERING SUMMER CONCERT & BBQ
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When: Saturday, August 26th, 2017

Where: Colorado Railroad Museum, 17155 W 44th Ave, Golden, CO 80403

Time: Starting from 5:30pm

Cost: $15 – $25

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Ages: All Ages

Enjoy a fun-filled evening with outstanding western performers, Buffalo Bill Boycott and Dr. Jo, at the Colorado Railroad Museum. Concert to be followed by a special BBQ with offerings such as: beef brisket, pulled pork, and chicken available along with an extensive collection of sides and ‘fixin’s.

CENTENNIAL’S MUSIC & A MOVIE: HIDDEN FIGURES & DEARLING
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When: Saturday, August 26th, 2017

Where: Centennial Center Park, 13050 E Peakview Ave, Centennial, CO 80111

Time: 7pm – 10pm

Cost: Free

Ages: Film Rated PG

City of Centennial Government is hosting a special Music & A Movie night, an evening of family fun and music by a local favorite, Dearling, followed by a screening of Hidden Figures. It’s lawn seating, so don’t forget to bring your chairs and blankets.

COLORADO BALLET: AN EVENING UNDER THE STARS
Colorado Ballet | The Denver Ear

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When: Saturday, August 26th, 2017

Where: Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd, Arvada, CO 80003

Time: 7:30pm – 9:30pm

Cost: $32 – $44 Reserved Covered; $15 Lawn

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Ages: All Ages

Join the stars of Colorado Ballet under the stars for a program featuring excerpts from upcoming and past productions as well as other classical and contemporary works at the Arvada Center for the Arts & Humanities‘ Outdoor Amphitheater.

FAIRMOUNT’S SUMMER OUTDOOR MOVIE: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
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When: Saturday, August 26th, 2017

Where: Quebec Place at Fairmount, 430 S Quebec St, Denver, CO 80247

Time: 8pm – 10:30pm

Cost: Free

Ages: Film Rated PG

Join Fairmount for the final outdoor movie of the summer, with a special screening of, Beauty And The Beast. Please bring your own chairs and blankets. Picnics are allowed. Q’s Cuisine and Em’s Ice Cream will be available for purchase.