Animal Encounters
Zoo Lights
Denver Zoo 2300 Steele St., Denver, CO, United StatesSee festive lights spanning 60 acres of the zoo’s campus, along with nightly entertainment, animal encounters, Santa meet-and-greets, and illuminated animal sculptures that swing through trees, jump across lawns, and hide in bushes.
Denver Zoo Free Day
Denver Zoo 2300 Steele St., Denver, CO, United StatesThe Denver Zoo is an 80-acre facility located in City Park of Denver, Colorado, United States. Founded in 1896, it is owned by the City and County of Denver and funded in part by the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District. It is the most popular paid attraction in the Denver metropolitan area.
Stock Show Kick-Off Parade
Denver Union Station 1701 Wynkoop, Denver, CO, United StatesThe sight of over 40 Longhorn cattle walking through the streets of downtown Denver can only mean one thing…it’s Stock Show time. The National Western Stock Show Kick-off Parade, presented by Arrow Electronics, is a sight to see. On this one afternoon in January, the streets of downtown Denver are lined with boots, chaps and cowboy hats to […]
Four Mile Historic Park-Free Day
Four Mile Historic Park 715 S. Forest St., Denver, CO, United StatesOne of the original “Mile” houses, and the last stop before making a grand entrance into Denver, it has served many purposes over the years from a stop on Cherokee Trail, to farming, ranching, dairy production, and currently as home to the oldest standing residential structure in the metropolitan area (built 1859). Four Mile has […]
Stick Horse Grand Prix
National Western Complex 4655 Humboldt St. , Denver, CO, United StatesTime to saddle up for the National Western’s Stick Horse Grand Prix! Kiddos will have the chance to show off their equestrian skills as they ride their stick horses over jumps through the thrilling course. All of the talented horseback riders will not want to miss out on this awe-inspiring event! Ames Activity Pavilion
The Bow Wow Film Festival
Dairy Arts Center 2590 Walnut St, Boulder, CO, United StatesCelebrate canine companions with movies about dogs around the world. There will also be giveaways and vendors. All ticket proceeds will benefit the work of The Humane Society of Boulder Valley.
An Evening of Dancing Horses
National Western Complex 4655 Humboldt St. , Denver, CO, United StatesAttend the event that brings the best equestrian talent together in front of live music from the Denver School of the Arts Orchestra. Enjoy an evening full of formal dressage, reining, liberty, and other talent from around the world.
National Western Stock Show
National Western Complex 4655 Humboldt St. , Denver, CO, United StatesSee the world’s largest stock show, involving more than 15,000 animals. Experience rodeos, horse shows, a wild west show, and a trade show. There are special activities for kids and opportunities to see animals up close.
Greeley Stampede
Island Grove Regional Park 501 N 14th Ave., Greeley, CO, United StatesThe 13-day festival has been a Colorado tradition since 1922 focused on celebrating and preserving our state's Western heritage through rodeo, concerts, a carnival, vendor fair, food and more. The Greeley Stampede, which runs through Sunday, July 7, also features a large Independence Day celebration. Superstars Concert Series The concert series is always one of […]
Denver Zoo FREE Days
Denver Zoo 2300 Steele St., Denver, CO, United States2020 Free Days Saturday, January 18 Sunday, February 2 Thursday, April 9 Tuesday, October 20 Tuesday, November 10 Saturday, November 14 Winter Hours: November 1- Feb 29: Gates open 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Grounds close at 5 p.m. Summer Hours: March 1-October 31, gates open 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Denver Zoo is open year-round with the […]
