Family events in Lakewood, CO

Live music takes center stage at the Wheat Ridge Carnation Festival with performances by Kingpin Posse and Judgement Day.

Food trucks and live music come together for the summer run of Food Truck Fridays on the grassy area between the Eisenhower Recreation Center and the pickleball courts. The setting is a relaxed park atmosphere with food truck fare and live performances. This event series is supported by community sponsors including Arianna Morris with The Agency, Production Services International, BODYBAR (Hampden South), American Family Care, Shining Lotus, and Iliff Preschool.

Presented by Kaiser Permanente as part of Levitt’s free concert season, this Fiesta CO event features live performances by Mariachi sol De Mi Tierra and Chicano Heat. The concert welcomes all ages and will take place rain or shine. Admission is free with RSVP, with upgrades available.

Mile High UFLI returns to Arapahoe County Fair Grounds, restoring a venue to the local flyball scene after a COVID-related interruption. Some of the new UFLI owners are expected to make an appearance. The fairgrounds offer ample camping for those bringing RVs and similar setups.

Create a personalized bouquet at a local flower stand while supporting a small business. Select from a variety of focal and filler flowers to design an arrangement that suits your style. Farm fresh eggs from their hens are also available alongside the blooms.

Market in the Park brings The Aurora Highlands community together for a lively outdoor festival at Winged Melody Park. Expect a family friendly atmosphere with artisan makers, handmade goods, and local products that make it easy to support small businesses and uncover one of a kind treasures. A farmers market rounds out the experience with fresh produce and baked treats, alongside food trucks, sweets, and refreshing beverages. During market hours, the Winged Melody Park carousel offers complimentary rides for all ages, adding a nostalgic touch to the day. This market is part of a monthly series running from June through September, with plenty of opportunities to shop, snack, and enjoy the fresh air.

Take a guided walk through Kendrick Lake Park with the City of Lakewood's horticultural lead, Angie Carabetta. The park showcases xeriscaping in practice and serves as a demonstration garden for water smart landscaping, offering ideas for starting your own xeric garden or simply a chance to learn more about the site. Meet in the parking lot near the demonstration garden. Children are welcome and can enjoy the jungle gym afterward. Pets are discouraged for this event.

Returning for its third year, the Jeffco Back to School Bash is a free gathering at Jeffco Stadium for Jeffco students, families, staff, and community members. Attendees can enjoy a day of fun and food while accessing back-to-school resources to help everyone get ready for the first day of school.

Serving as the official finale of Denver Days, this family-focused festival is free for Denver families and centers on preparing students for the new school year. More than 1,000 backpacks filled with school supplies will be available, along with helpful community resources, a clinic offering vaccinations and basic physical exams, and activities for all ages. With support from Goodwill of Colorado, students can customize their new backpacks at a dedicated station. Attendees can also enjoy live performances from Youth on Record and fresh haircuts provided by R&R Headlabs, all in celebration of community, culture, and opportunity as the school year gets underway.

Market at the Center is a monthly outdoor marketplace set in the Main Campus Plaza within the National Western Center. Local makers, food vendors, artists, and community organizations fill the plaza with booths, hands-on activities, and programming from CSU Spur. In collaboration with the National Western Stock Show and CSU Spur’s Second Saturdays, the market brings together families, entrepreneurs, and neighbors to discover new products, support small businesses, and connect in a lively community setting. Throughout the season, rotating themes add extra flair, including Mother’s Day and Mother Earth, Sprouting Sustainability, a Rubber Ducky Derby, a Back to School backpack giveaway, and a Made in Colorado food showcase.

Arvada Marketplace hosts a family friendly bubble themed celebration filled with playful activities for children and adults alike. Explore bubble machines, a foam zone, giant inflatable slides, and hands on bubble science. Face painting and a live DJ with kid friendly music set the mood, with entertainment for all ages and opportunities to enjoy local shopping and treats.

Bring the whole family for a fun, no-experience-needed painting class where you’ll create your own Party Llama masterpiece. The session lasts about 1.5 hours, and you’re invited to arrive a little early to grab a drink and an apron before you start. It’s an all-ages class with step-by-step guidance, so everyone can finish with something you’ll be proud to take home.

The parish’s yearly picnic honors the Transfiguration of the Lord with a lively community gathering filled with good cheer and celebration. It offers a warm setting for fellowship and a joyful way to mark this special occasion.

Support a local small business while crafting a custom bouquet at a welcoming flower stand. Browse a variety of focal and filler blooms to mix and match, and take home farm fresh eggs laid by hens.

Part of the Wheat Ridge Carnation Festival, this annual car show at Anderson Park in Wheat Ridge supports Wheat Ridge High School student clubs and organizations, with this year’s proceeds directed to WRHS Cheer and the WRHS National Honor Society. Spectator admission is free. Vehicle entries require a fee, and early registration includes special pricing. Enjoy vendors, food, rides, and live music. Registration is available online through the festival website or in person on the day of the event.

Enjoy music performed live and a splash area where children can cool off, plus a wide selection of fresh produce and baked treats that includes options such as cheese curds.

This annual, family friendly outdoor celebration at Improper City highlights the flavors of Latin America with a curated lineup of food vendors from the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. Lively Latin music and a selection of drinks set a festive tone, and there are plenty of choices for all ages, including desserts. Tickets or an RSVP are required for entry, and outside food or drinks are not permitted. Vegetarian and vegan options are typically available, while gluten free offerings vary by vendor. Pets are generally not allowed unless the venue specifies otherwise. By attending, guests consent to photography and video recording for use by the organizers, and all sales are final.

Magical Meet & Greets brings imagination to life at Town Center at Aurora with a special appearance by Chase and Skye from PAW Patrol. Kids can meet the characters, play, and pose for photos in the Lower Level Center Court, with interactive activities throughout. This free, family friendly event is part of the ongoing monthly series and is promoted as a pre-movie stop before a visit to Century Movie Theater for the new PAW Patrol film.

A season-long celebration honors the 130th anniversary with fresh experiences, lively activities, and delightful surprises throughout the summer. Expect animal birthday festivities, extended Zoo hours, member-exclusive offerings, special events, and more, with new discoveries unfolding all season. With so much happening, a single trip may not cover it all.

This Back to School event helps families get the supplies their children need, along with access to community resources, raffles, and more. To receive supplies, bring one form of verification such as a school ID or a birth certificate, or have the child present. Donations of school supplies from the list can be dropped off at Servicios.

Kaiser Permanente presents Levitt’s season of free concerts, and this edition features Shwayze with Claire Wright. The performance welcomes all ages and will take place rain or shine. Free RSVP is available, with optional upgrades. Shwayze is an American artist known for fusing hip hop with alternative textures and an easygoing, coastal feel. His catalog spans upbeat sing-alongs and more reflective tracks shaped by personal storytelling. The recent album Shwaycation highlights his drive to explore new ideas while staying true to his signature sound, and he is also developing projects in television and film as he continues to build his independent career. Claire Wright, a Northern California native, refined her songwriting during years spent in Southern California and in Nashville. Influenced by artists such as Jack Johnson and The Dirty Heads, she blends country-style narratives with reggae-tinged production for a distinct voice that is her own. Her debut release on Ineffable Records includes collaborations with Iration and G. Love & Special Sauce, and she is earning recognition across the West Coast reggae community.

Participants learn to craft a small bouquet of beaded blooms in this hands-on class in Arvada. Guided by inspiration from TeeLee Florals, they explore traditional and French beading methods, select from a wide range of colors, and shape a miniature arrangement. Finished pieces can be attached to a key ring, fitted with a magnet, or displayed as a desk accent, creating a keepsake that suits any style. All materials and instruction are provided, and attendees can make five or more flowers with no set limit. The session welcomes beginners, using beads, wire, and simple tools to keep the process approachable and satisfying, resulting in a bouquet that never wilts. Lucky One Crafts emphasizes community and offers a comfortable setting where conversation comes naturally, whether someone attends solo or with a friend. The experience also includes a $20 gift card to TeeLee Florals for flowers, home goods, plants, and gifts, along with optional founding membership in Lucky One Crafts that unlocks perks such as class discounts and free community events.

A weekly group bicycle ride for families meets at Ketner Park each Thursday, then heads out together.