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Western Welcome Week, Littleton (Aug 8-17, 2014)

Western Welcome Week is a festival in Littleton Colorado that celebrates our western tradition of community cooperation. This is the premier event in the Denver area for clubs, charities, and other non-profit organizations. Instead of the typical endless line of vendor booths, you will find tents set up to gain your interest and participation in various non-profit organizations. Finding a new hobby or charitable cause to get involved with is one of the rewarding things to do at Western Welcome Week.

Movies In the Park

Looking for a popular Denver attraction for the kids? The free Denver Movies in the Park are one of the top things to do in Denver with the family, and not to be missed if you're in Denver with kids.

Boulder Hometown Fair (Labor Day Weekend)

Each year the free Boulder Hometown Fair celebrates labor day weekend and the coming end of summer along Boulder Creek.

Colorado Day, Free Colorado State Parks (First Monday in August)

Colorado Day is an annual tradition of celebrating Colorado's acceptance into statehood. Colorado was first recognized as a state on August 1, 1876, and now we celebrate Colorado Day on the first Monday of every August.

Old Globeville Days and the Orthodox Food Festival (annually in July)

The Old Globeville Days Orthodox Food Festival celebrates Denver's international immigrant heritage with a diverse selection of free entertainment and international food. The music features outstanding performers of diverse folk heritage including an amazing Celtic performance. The incredible food selection is sample sized and you purchase tickets to try the samples. One of the best things to do in Denver on a warm mid-July weekend.

Copper Country Music Festival (Labor Day Weekend)

Each year over Labor Day Weekend, Copper Mountain Ski Resort hosts the free Copper Country festival, with two full days of country, blues, and folk music from top name performers.

Colorado Dragon Boat Festival (end of July)

Held annually at the end of July, the Colorado Dragon Boat Festival is a colorful and tradition-filled celebration of Asian culture. The adult and youth boat racing competitions have grown every year and are an amazing event to watch. The performing arts stages feature the talent of Asian dance and music performances as well as martial arts exhibitions. A colorful and amazing festival and a great thing to do on a summer Denver weekend.

Don't miss the 2016 Colorado Dragon Boat Festival!

Olympic Training Center Tours in Colorado Springs (always free)

The United States Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs is the home of a huge Olympic visitor's center, the U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame, and serves as the training center for many of our country's top athletes. A free tour of the Olympic Complex is one of the best things to do in Colorado Springs.

Ruby Hill Rail Yard

For about 6 weeks each year in January and February, Ruby Hill Park in Denver features a free ski and snowboard park known as Ruby Hill Rail Yard. 

Denver Zoo Free Days

The Denver Zoo free days are by far the most popular Denver free days for families with kids, and are typically held during the fall and winter.

Howelsen Hill in Steamboat Springs (always low cost)

Howelsen Hill Ski Area is a historic ski area and Olympic training grounds operated by the city of Steamboat Springs, and is one of the only ski areas left in Colorado that is affordable on a daily basis. This ski area is a decent place for downhill skiers and snowboarders to make some quick laps, and features a nice terrain park, but it is especially nice for Cross Country / Nordic skiers.

There are only a handful of downhill runs served by 1 rope tow and 1 chair lift, but there are miles of Nordic trails. Howelson is lit for night skiing and often stays open until 8pm.

Oh yeah, the huge ski jumps are off limits to the public but they are an amazing sight!

2012 - 2013 Rates: 
Lift Tickets: $20 per adult, discounts for children and seniors.
Terrain Park Only: $10
Nordic Trails Only: $10
Children's Magic carpet learning area: Free! (see concession booth for a free ticket).
$10 night skiing tickets are also available Tuesday through Friday.
Full lift ticket pricing breakdown for 2012-2013: 

Hours and Season:
CLOSED MONDAYS.

Tuesday 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Wednesday 1:00 pm - 8:00pm

Thursday 3:45 pm - 8:00pm

Friday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Saturday and Sunday  10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Closed on Christmas Day and special holiday hours are in effect through Jan 3.

Howelson Hill Home Page and Maps:

Steamboat is fairly remote for a day trip, but if you can't afford the lodging in the area, there is a year-round campground that is reasonable called Steamboat Campground.

Denver Restaurant Week 2016 (Feb 26 - March 6)

For 2016, Denver will be celebrating Restaurant Week in February and March. Denver Restaurant Week features top downtown restaurants for a reduced price.

Budweiser Tour in Fort Collins (always free)

The Budweiser tour in Fort Collins ranks right up there with the Coors tour in the battle of the Colorado beer tours. Anheuser-Busch has offered very professional and detailed tours of their Fort Collins brewery for many years and the popularity continues to grow.

Smithsonian Free Museum Day

Every year some of the best museums in the USA take part in the Smithsonian Museum Day.