Free events in Brighton, CO

Discover farm fresh produce and local vendors offering artisan foods, arts, crafts, live music, and more at this farmers market in downtown Erie. Extend the outing with visits to nearby breweries, restaurants, and local shops.

Enjoy a cheerful weekday evening at the Erie Farmers Market, a lively and welcoming marketplace that supports Colorado farms and businesses. It brings Erie and neighboring communities together in a dynamic setting where vendors and customers both benefit.

Commander Open Play welcomes participants of any age and experience, whether you bring a casual brew or a finely tuned deck. Enjoy Commander (EDH) matchups in the singleton format with legendary creatures leading the way, played against fellow local players in a friendly setting. This is open play, so there is no entry fee and no formal tournament structure, just relaxed games and conversation at your own pace. The weekly Tuesday night gathering is also a convenient place to pick up deckbuilding tips from staff, friends, and community members.

Enjoy a no cost adaptive pickleball practice designed for participants of any skill level. Wheelchairs are available on site to support accessibility. For more information, contact Adaptive Pickleball Coordinator Taylor Nichols at TNichols@ChickenNPickle.com. The focus is on promoting inclusivity, health, and awareness through active participation in adaptive pickleball, fostering wellness, social connection, and advocacy for people with physical disabilities.

A lively trivia night at The Glenn featuring Are You Not Entertained. It is free to play, and prizes are awarded.

Workingman's Wednesdays spotlights AoxomoxoA, a Grateful Dead tribute crafted by local Front Range musicians. With a two-drum lineup and a jam-driven approach, the group digs into songs from the Dead’s universe and stretches improvisations into cosmic territory. This is a free show. Admission is general admission and everyone is welcome, with donations going directly to support the artists. The concourse is standing room only. Food and beverages can be ordered at the bar, and full restaurant service is available. Bowling is offered the day of the event on a first come, first served basis, with a concert special that provides unlimited bowling for the duration of the performance for $15.45 plus shoe rental. Guests who reserve a ticket in advance for these donation-based concerts may choose one complimentary item from the bartender by showing the reservation, either an Odell Brewing Co. draft beer, a soda, or a basket of fries. The advance-reservation perk is limited to one per person.

An in-person trivia game at Buffalo Wild Wings in Thornton, Colorado features an interactive format with a live host and a mix of rounds that always include image and music questions. Teams or individual players use their phones to submit answers through a game link and earn points as they play. The questions cover a wide range of topics, from pop culture to history, creating a lively atmosphere with friendly competition. Participation is free, and prizes are awarded to high-scoring teams.