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Free Ride Fridays at the Mile High Flea Market

Have fun on the 60-foot Heritage Big Wheel Ferris wheel, classic roller coaster, giant slide, toddler-friendly mini-mobiles, and pool of bumper boats for cooling off. June 10. Mile High Flea Market, Henderson. milehighfleamarket.com

Gather with LGBTQ community and allies at one of these events for a day of celebration.

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Women of the West

Travel back in time to hear the stories of women who made an impact on Colorado and the West; from a female miner and entrepreneur to a philanthropist and a movie star. June 18. Schweiger Ranch, Lone Tree. schweigerranch.org

7Juneteenth Music Festival Show Your Pride In recognition of the anniversary of the Stonewall uprising, thousands of people gather to march, 10 Hang out in Denver’s historic Five cheer on colorful floats, and engage in uplifting the Points neighborhood to celebrate LGBTQ+ community. African American independence with a parade, live music, dance, WAYS TO CELEBRATE PRIDE MONTH: food, and vendors. June 18 and 19. Pride Night at the Rockies: Kick off Pride month Five Points Neighborhood, Denver. with LGBTQ+ community members and allies juneteenthmusicfestival.com by cheering on the Rockies as they take on the Atlanta Braves at Coors Field. A ticket includes a limited-edition Rockies-themed Coors Light pride T-shirt and a donation to The Center on Colfax and One Colorado. June 3, 6:40 p.m. mlb.com Denver Pride: Enjoy resource exhibitions, food and beverage vendors, and live performances all weekend long. The Parade encourages guests to walk with pride from Cheesman Park to Civic Center, where PrideFest is held. June 25 and 26. denverpride.org Boulder County Pride: Out Boulder County will host a series of events throughout the area, including parades, markets, and live performances. June 6 to 12. outboulder.org All Ages Pride Storytime: Denver Library staff at World’s Largest Swimming the new RiNo ArtPark location, named Bob Ragland Branch Library, will lead stories, songs, Lesson at Pirates Cove rhymes, and fun for children of all ages and their Enjoy a group swimming lesson then take to the leisure pool, slides, lazy river, and concessions at Englewood’s only water park. June 23. Pirates Cove, Englewood. englewoodco.gov parents or caregivers. June 18, 11 to 11:30 a.m. denverlibrary.org Broomfield Pride Party in the Park: PFLAG Broomfield will be hosting a Pride Motorcade and invites community members to decorate their cars and drive in support of LGBTQ+ loved ones. A gathering at Midway Park including food trucks, face painting, resource booths, and drag queen storytime will follow. June 4, 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. pflag.org Queer-ilderness: A Mild-Wild Pride Event: Aspiring drag queens and kings (age 13 and up) can walk the runway at History Colorado Center in three categories: 90s Grunge, Queer in the Wilderness, and Your Favorite Historical Queer. Crafts and light snacks and non-alcoholic beverages will be available. June 25, 6 to 11 p.m. historycolorado.org

Catch a glimpse of a cat during the Into the Wild Run at the Wild Animal Sanctuary, June 11.

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2Thursday

Phamaly’s Big Night In the City 5:30pm. Phamaly Theater Company, whose mission is to be a creative home for theater artists with disabilities, is hosting an outdoor concert fundraiser, featuring the band Wheelchair Sports Camp, musician Jeffrey Marshall, and comedian Christie Buchele. $30 general admission. Greek Theater at Civic Center Park, Denver. phamaly.org

Lost in the Jungle June 2, 2-4pm

Castlewood Library; June 20, 5-7pm Southglenn Library. Get lost in the jungle and learn about radical reptiles and winged creatures with Nature’s Educators. Enjoy face painting and

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twisty balloons at this tropicalthemed adventure. Castlewood and Southglenn libraries, Centennial. arapahoelibraries.bibliocommons.com

3Friday

Family Flix: Encanto June 3

(Koelbel Library) and 4 (Smoky Hill Library), 10am-noon. Stay in your pajamas, load up on breakfast snacks, and gather in the Forum Theater for a family movie for all ages. Watch Encanto, the tale of an extraordinary family, the Madrigals, who live hidden in the mountains of Colombia. Koelbel and Smoky Hill libraries, Centennial arapahoelibraries.bibliocommons.com

Cultural First Friday 5-9pm. Enjoy free admission to the Museo and celebrate LGBTQ Pride. Shop from local artist vendors, enjoy a meal from a food truck, get inspired by the exhibition, and meet other art enthusiasts. Museo de las Americas, Denver. museo.org Kids Zone Princess Ball 6-7:30pm. Glitter, gold, and sparkling tiaras make this a memorable night for little ones. The ball will feature dancing, crafts, and refreshments, plus a visit from a princess or two. Ages 2-11 with an adult. Registration required. $26, $24 Parker resident. PACE Center, Parker. parkerrec.com

4Saturday

BioBlitz and Community Science Celebration 7am-4pm. Enjoy a day of exploration while counting different bird species, learning about the park’s biodiversity, and celebrating community science with a cookout lunch. Registration required. Free, $5 lunch. Barr Lake State Park, Brighton. birdconservancy.org

Cultural Day with The Latino Chamber of Commerce Noon-5pm. Latino artists, organizations, and businesses will set up at the Museum of Boulder to connect with community and provide a fun day of cultural celebration. Enjoy live storytelling, dance performances, free children’s book giveaways, a craft station, and homemade tortillas. $10. Museum of Boulder at Tebo Center, Boulder. museumofboulder.org

Five Points Jazz Festival Noon-12am. Celebrate the history of Denver’s Five Points neighborhood by gathering along Welton Street for live music performed at 10 outdoor and indoor stages. Enjoy food from local vendors. Five Points neighborhood, Denver. artsandvenuesdenver.com

5Sunday

Autism Resource Fair 11am-3pm. Don’t miss the largest Autism resource fair in the state. Come together with families and individuals on the spectrum and gather resources while connecting with providers. Enjoy offerings from 80 exhibitors all in one place, plus burgers and kid activities. Autism Community Store, Aurora. autismcommunitystore.com

8Wednesday

BeeChicas: Meet the Bees 4-5pm. Join the BeeChicas to meet honeybees and native bees in a nativeplant garden. Hold a gentle honeybee male, observe a frame of workers, and play games. Registration required. Boulder Main Library, Boulder. calendar.boulderlibrary.org

Ready, Set, Kindergarten! 4-5:30pm. Gear up for kindergarten. Parents will work with their little ones, ages 3-5, on how to get along with others, as well as learn about language, literacy, science, and math. Wear clothes that can get messy; this is a hands-on experience. A light snack will be provided. Registration required. Koelbel Library, Centennial. arapahoelibraries.bibliocommons.com

11Saturday

Into the Wild Run 7-11am. Run, jog, or walk through in the Sanctuary’s acres of open grassland home to rescue lions, bears, and wolves. Choose from three events: a Jaguar Jaunt family 5K, a competitive Limitless Lion 5K, and a competitive Tireless Tiger 10K. Participants receive a shirt and hat, medal, food and drink, entry to the sanctuary all day, and access to entertainment including music, face

Sidewalk: Clyfford Still Museum. BBoy breakdancer: Anna Sutterer painting, and a slippery kids’ obstacle course. $45, free Jaguar Jaunt for youth ages 3-12 (no swag included). The Wild Animal Sanctuary, Keenesburg. runintothewild.org

Knit in Public Day 9am-noon. Knitting enthusiasts, get together and enjoy each other’s company during World Wide Knit in Public Day. Drop in with your knitting, embroidery, sewing, crochet, felting, or other textile project. Limited folding chairs will be available, so bring your own if you can. Dress for sitting outdoors. All ages. Littleton Musuem, Littleton. littletongov.org

Denver Museum of Miniatures Yard Sale 9am-1pm. Browse through tiny replications of day-to-day life and bring home a small treasure or two. Shoppers are encouraged to bring cash. Free entry. Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls and Toys, Lakewood. dmmdt.org

12Sunday

Family Program at Clyfford Still

10:30am-12:30pm. Enjoy a handson ice chalk adventure for children and families in the Museum’s outdoor forecourt. All ages. Clyfford Still Museum, Denver. clyffordstillmuseum.org

Lost in a Fairy Tale Dance Party 10am-noon. Enjoy a fairy tale-themed dance party with special appearances by storybook characters, plus magical treats. Ages 5-12. Smoky Hill Library, Centennial. arapahoelibraries.bibliocommons.com Generations of breakdancers take to the street at the BBoy Factory Anniversary party on June 25.

Sensory-Friendly Playtime 10am-noon. Children with autism spectrum or sensory-processing disorders are welcome to enjoy the museum at limited capacity, with the sounds and lights turned down and adaptive equipment available for play. Register online. $1. WOW! Children’s Museum, Lafayette. wowchildrensmuseum.org

Women’s Self-Defense Class for Breast Cancer Research June 12,

10:30am-12:15pm. Square up and learn self-defense techniques with Tiger Kim black belt instructors. Wear loose, athletic clothing. There will be free coffee from sponsors Hooked on Colfax. All proceeds are donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Adults only. Registration required. $5. Tiger Kim’s Academy, Denver. denvermartialartsevent.com

Chill out and make art using colorful ice cubes to draw, at the Clyfford Still Museum on June 12.

My Name is NOT Mom 4pm. Laugh along this comedic journey through motherhood with internet sensations Tiffany Jenkins, Meredith Masony, and Dena Blizzard. The show features stand-up, stories, and more to create an up close and personal night out. $30 and up. Paramount Theatre, Denver. mynameisnotmom.com

14Tuesday

History Adventure Day Camp June 14, 9-3pm. Young explorers will learn from experts about life in Littleton in the 1800s, with hands-on experiences. Each day has a different theme such as discovering nature, art and history, and cow camp. Ages 7-13 depending on the day. Registration required. $50. Littleton Museum, Littleton. littletongov.org

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Cattle Crossing 5K & Family Fun Trek 8am. Don a western costume and giddy up to this themed race. There’s a 5K run/walk and a one-mile Fun Trek that includes a duck hunt for kids. All registrants get pancakes from Flippin’ Flapjacks and a souvenir bib number. $40 5K; $36 family of up to four Fun Trek, $9 additional person. Tallman Meadow Park, Parker. parkerrec.com

All Things Engine 10am-3pm. Check out antique tractors, diesel motorcars, hit-and-miss engines, Model A and Model T automobiles, and a fire truck. There will be food, family-friendly activities, behind-the-scenes tours, and train rides every half-hour. $2 plus admission: $10 adult, $5 youth ages 2-17. Train rides: $4 adult, $2 youth ages 2-17. Colorado Railroad Museum, Golden. coloradorailroadmuseum.org

Mokomba Ensemble Interactive Performance 4-5pm. Bring a blanket or a picnic for an evening of drumming and dancing with the Mokomba Ensemble, a traditional and contemporary West African group based in Boulder. Bill Bower Park, Boulder. calendar.boulderlibrary.org

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Create to Learn: Instrument Creation and Exploration 10:3011am. Check out all the musical instruments at the library, create and explore how music has an important role in brain development. Age 5 and under with an adult. Registration required. Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales Branch Library, Denver. denverlibrary.org

Jurassic Adventure 6-8pm. Trek through a dinosaur-themed escape room, defend the infested library from velociraptors, voyage up a rock-climbing wall, and view onsite replicas of the original Jeeps from the Jurassic Adventure theme park. Age 12 and up. Koelbel Library, Centennial. arapahoelibraries.bibliocommons.com

Lawn Concert at Clyfford Still 5:30-7:30pm. Settle in to the Clyfford Still Museum’s outdoor forecourt for live music. Clyfford Still Museum, Denver. clyffordstillmuseum.org

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The BBoy Factory Anniversary

Ball 11am-3pm, battles (The Spot 2.0, Thornton); 7-11pm main event (35th Avenue and Federal Boulevard, Denver). Join BBoy Factory in celebrating their 10th anniversary. Watch youth b-boy and b-girl battles at The Spot 2.0 during the day, and the finals at the main event in the evening. Performances, DJs, artists, panels, and workshops round out the party. $20-$25. Locations in Thornton and Denver. bboyfactory.com

A Night at the Movies 7:30-9pm. Gather family and friends for a summer evening under the stars. The Denver Brass band will perform popular music from movies including The Incredibles, Lord of the Rings, and Star Trek. $28$36 covered seating, $15 lawn. Arvada Center, Arvada. denverbrass.org

ongoing events

Code Camp for Girls June 27July 1. 9am-3pm. Designed to promote STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) to girls, this camp invites students entering grades eight, nine, and 10 to try coding games and activities, get career mentorship, and make new friends. Fast Enterprises Headquarters, Centennial. fastenterprises.com

Junior Firefighters Academy June 7-10. Kids enrolled in this four-session experience will play on a small obstacle course, learn the basics of first aid and safe cooking, and visit with animal helpers and professionals from the workforce. Ages 5-7. Registration required. $55. Denver Firefighters Museum, Denver. denverfirefightersmuseum.org

Life Skills Basketball Camp

June 13-24. 10am-3pm. The Simmons Foundation for Youth & Change will host their annual basketball camp, directed by East High School 2014 state champion, coach Rudy Carey. A Life Skills Workshop will be conducted by civil rights activist Alvertis Simmons. There will be two field trips: a visit to the prestigious Blair Caldwell Library and a day at Skate City. A free breakfast and lunch is served every day. Ages 7-18. Registration required. East High School, Denver. sfycbasketballcamp.com

STAR Turf Field Games Through

Aug. 31. Wed, 10am-noon. South Suburban Therapeutic Adaptive Recreation (STAR) participants will enjoy the new turf fields at the South Suburban Sports Complex by playing a variety of games: soccer, softball, and tag. Age 13 and up. Registration required. $32-$40 per month. South Suburban Parks and Recreation Sports Complex, Littleton. register.ssprd.org

Wee Wednesdays June 1-July 6. Wed, 9am. This six-week series of playdate sessions teaches fire safety concepts through the themes: My friend the Firefighter, Crawl Low Under Smoke, Get Low and Go, “Stop! Drop! and Roll!,” Safe For Play! Keep Away!, and Meet a Real Firefighter. Ages 3-5. Registration required. $7 per session. Denver Firefighters Museum, Denver. denverfirefightersmuseum.org

Demonstrating Artist: Charlo Garcia

Walterbach June 4, 5, 18, 19; noon3pm. Visit the Storytelling Studio on level 1 of the Hamilton Building for a behind-the-scenes look at Charlo Garcia Walterbach’s mural painting and illustrating processes. Connect with the local artist and get inspired to explore your own creativity through hands-on activities. Included with admission: $13 adult, free youth age 18 and under. Denver Art Museum, Denver. denverartmuseum.org

Tipi to Tiny House: Hands-on

Homebuilding June 11-Jan. 8, 2023 This exploration of culture documents years of human history in Longmont, and the people who helped to create the community. Catch the free opening day event to walk through tiny houses and a tipi village, and enjoy food carts and live music. Included with admission: $8 adult, $5 student, free age 3 and under; free opening day. Longmont Museum, Longmont. longmontcolorado.gov A series of outdoor concerts with a grand outdoor view comes to Clement Park this summer.

Mosaic of Cultures: Aurora's Mexican Community June 10-April

2023. Tue-Fri, 9am-noon and 1-4pm; Sat and Sun, 11am-4pm. People of Mexican descent who call Aurora home share their individual stories of immigration and long family histories that predated Colorado statehood. The community perspective shaped this exhibit, which showcases music, art, dance, clothing, food, and religion of cultural and traditional significance to Aurora's Mexican Community. Aurora History Museum, Aurora. auroragov.org

Rainbows & Revolutions June 4-Jan.

2023. Daily, 10am-5pm. Learn about the story of LGBTQ+ Coloradans, from fighting for equal rights to celebrating community. For more than two years, museum curators have collected oral histories, photos, and historical artifacts from the community for this exhibit. Kids and families should come and see a large rainbow "LOVE" built out of Legos in the main atrium. Included with admission: $14 adult, $10 youth ages 16-22 with student ID, $8 youth ages 5-15, free youth age 4 and under and members. History Colorado Center, Denver. historycolorado.org Aurora Global Market June 4-Sept. 24. Sat, 9am-1pm. This event will highlight and celebrate cultural diversity through business. Find a mix of vendors from around the world with a variety of products including food, crafts, art, and jewelry. Free entry, vendor prices vary. Havana Exchange Shopping Center, Aurora. bonfireeventco.com

Bands on the Bricks June 15-

Aug. 3. Wed, 5-9pm. Dance under the stars to a variety of musical performances from rock to reggae performed by local artists. 1300 Block of the Pearl Street Mall, Boulder. boulderdowntown.com

City Park Jazz June 5-Aug. 7. Sun, 6-8pm. Celebrate a community staple that began in 1986. Local musicians bring their talents to City Park, and thousands of neighbors gather to watch, dance, eat, and socialize. Enjoy a lineup of artists including Mariachi Sol de mi Tierra feat. Fiesta Colorado Dance Company, Hazel Miller & The Collective, and Badda Boom Brass Band. All ages. City Park Pavilion, Denver. cityparkjazz.org

Colorado Renaissance Festival

June 18-Aug. 7. Sat and Sun, 10am-6:30pm. Walk through pathways filled with artisans of ancient crafts and enjoy humorous and awe-inspiring shows. Try roast turkey legs, fresh baked goods, and other food and drink items. Check online for special themed weekends. $28 adult, $12 youth ages 5-12. Discounted tickets available at all King Soopers locations. Colorado Renaissance Festival, Larkspur. coloradorenaissance.com

Colorado Springs Juneteenth Festival June 17-19. Come together at the park to celebrate Juneteenth. This party features a car show, fashion show, Zumba dancing, 5K run, and games and activities. America the Beautiful Park, Colorado Springs. csjuneteenthfestival.com

Concerts in Clement Park

June 9-Aug. 11. Thu, 7pm. Lay out a blanket or set up lawn chairs, and gather with family and friends to enjoy a series of outdoor concerts including the Hot Tomatoes swing jazz band and Miguel Espinoza Flamenco Fusion. Dogs are welcome on leashes. Grant Family Amphitheater at Clement Park, Littleton. ifoothills.org

Denver Union Station Farmers

Market June 4-Sept. 10. Sat, 9am-1pm. Find what’s fresh at the local farmers market; this gathering will feature more than 30 Front Range vendors and include cooking demonstrations from downtown chefs and Union Station partners. Free entry. Denver Union Station, Denver. unionstationindenver.com

Huerta Urbana Farmers Market

June 10-Oct. 28. Fri, 2-6pm. Pay-whatyou-can at this market dedicated to increasing fresh food access in the Globeville, Elyria-Swansea (GES) neighborhoods and surrounding areas. The market collaborates with local vendors and community partners; money raised will go back to reimburse farmers and producers. Pay what you can, full price, or pay it forward. Focus Points Family Resource Center, Denver. focuspoints.org

Rockin’ Summer: Kids Activities

in the Park June 1-29. Wed, 11am-2pm. Boost your summer park outings with this lineup of activities including magic, storytime, chalk art, and dance lessons. Music and food will also be on site. Festival Park, Castle Rock. downtowncastlerock.com

Snowmass Rodeo June 22-Aug. 17. Wed, 5-8:30pm. Watch as cowboys and cowgirls ride into the arena and compete in bareback horse riding, team steer roping, barrel racing, bull riding, and more. Get to the rodeo grounds early for a petting zoo, kid roping activities, a dinner, and mutton busting. $10-$25. Snowmass Rodeo, Snowmass Village. snowmassrodeo.org

Pick up some produce and other home goods outside Union Station at the farmers market.

Spotlight

Books and games plus lots of full-body fun await at Tumble Haus.

Everyday Play at Tumble Haus

A Denver social club for families is helping parents answer the recurring question: “What should we do today?”

Tumble Haus, opened in June 2021 by artists and parents Reiva Cruze and Yonatan Gonzalez, is loaded with play mats, balls, a trampoline, tiny tricycles, books, and other toys for developmental play. A coffee shop and lounge space provides parents a comfortable spot to work and watch their kids. Tumble Haus offers 90-minute open tumble sessions seven days a week for littles up to age five. They also host structured sessions two days a week that are guided by a teacher with preschool Montessori experience; these classes include basic stretching, tumble stations, and sensory activity.

Birthday parties (currently booked out through September) accommodate up to 45 guests and include, depending on the package, a meal and custom cupcakes or cake, plus themed decorations set up by Gonzalez, who is an Emmy nominated designer.

When weekends are mostly filled with private events, Tumble Haus adds an Early Bird open tumble session from 7:30 to 9 a.m. to accommodate families who would like to come and play. They’ve also recently added a twice a month Saturday night happy hour—in addition to the Wednesday and Friday night options—at which parents can have a drink from the bar and connect.

“Moms who met here for the first time now plan to meet each other’s families here every Friday and then they go out to dinner together,” Cruze says. “We always knew a place like this would create a better community and generate new friendships among local families, however watching it actually happen over the past year has been unbelievable.”

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Drop-ins are $25 for open tumble and $30 for a structured session. Punch passes are available. Memberships are $125 a month for one to three children in the same family. Don’t miss the Tumble Haus one-year anniversary party on June 2, 2022 starting at 3 p.m. with music, food and drink, a balloon artist, scavenger hunt, and giant community painting canvas. tumblehaus.com

fresh mindset

Every time we go on a road trip with our van or explore a local hiking trail, we try to see it as a learning opportunity. We are learning to overcome challenges, work together, support each other, and try to push our limits. This family bonding time is such an amazing way to disconnect from the daily grind.

ALIRIO SILVA is a father of two and the co-founder of @EndlessFamilyAdventure, an Instagram account that follows his family’s travels throughout Colorado. His family is dedicated to spending time outdoors, learning from nature, and experiencing all the beauty the world has to offer.