Hammond’s Candies has been making delicious candies in Denver since 1920 and they still do it the old-fashioned way…in small batches. The local candy company offers FREE 30-minute factory tours from Monday through Friday. The sugar-filled experience is a great way to entertain the entire family. The tour shows the candy makers mixing, pouring and hand-pulling a variety of sweets, including oversize candy canes, ribbon candy, lollipops and more. And, of course, everyone gets a FREE sweet treat at the conclusion of the tour. Sweet! [Read more…] about Sweet Deal: Take Hammond’s Candy Factory Tour For Free
Things To Do
See Adorable Farm Animals on CALF Lowell Ranch Barnyard Tours
Unless someone on the block has backyard chickens, city and suburban youngsters don’t have many opportunities to see adorable farm animals up-close. Make a point of visiting some this fall, when all the critters are running around at CALF’s Lowell Ranch in Castle Rock. This is a great time to visit CALF, as you can also explore the pumpkin patch. [Read more…] about See Adorable Farm Animals on CALF Lowell Ranch Barnyard Tours
The Bee Hugger Farm
The Bee Hugger Farm is best known for its sunflower fields, but come fall it opens up a U Pick Pumpkin Patch and other fall fun activities. Pumpkin picking starts the first week of October. You’ll also find an end of season sunflower field with spooky surprises, a haunted VW Bug Yard, animals to feed, and many more unique fall findings. [Read more…] about The Bee Hugger Farm
Denver Film Opens Virtual Sie FilmCenter
Hey, independent film lovers! You can “go to the movies” right from your couch, thanks to Sie FilmCenter’s new Virtual Cinema. The new platform allows film fanatics to view all virtual Denver Film content in one place, with one simple login. It will be the hub for all things Denver Film and serve as the home of the Denver Film Festival (DFF) in the fall. [Read more…] about Denver Film Opens Virtual Sie FilmCenter
Voter’s Guide For The Denver-Boulder Area — How To Register, Voting Locations And Options
No matter your political leanings, voting is one of your most important rights. Our voter’s guide covers information about registration and voting in Colorado, especially for voters in the Denver-Boulder metro area and surrounding communities. Listed below, you’ll find information about registering, voting by mail, election dates and resources for understanding ballot issues and the candidates running for office. [Read more…] about Voter’s Guide For The Denver-Boulder Area — How To Register, Voting Locations And Options
Landmark’s Mayan Theatre Reopens on Friday
Good news for independent film lovers! After months of being dark, Landmark’s Mayan Theatre is opening it doors again on Friday, August 28. Unfortunately, there are no ticket specials or reduced concessions. Plus, no word yet on when its two other Colorado locations will reopen — Chez Artiste and The Esquire. [Read more…] about Landmark’s Mayan Theatre Reopens on Friday
Denver Museum of Miniatures Dolls & Toys Welcomes The Young And Young-at-Heart
The Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls & Toys includes more than 20,000 objects and changes up major exhibits at least four times a year. Regardless of when you visit, you’ll find giant teddy bears, Madame Alexander dolls, board games, fully furnished miniature houses, miniature trains, planes & cars, a miniature circus and much more dating from as far back as the 1700s. [Read more…] about Denver Museum of Miniatures Dolls & Toys Welcomes The Young And Young-at-Heart
Free Attraction Passes Thru Douglas County Libraries
This pass is back! Douglas County Libraries offers FREE Adventure Passes good for admission to the Butterfly Pavilion, Clyfford Still Museum, Colorado Symphony, Denver Firefighters Museum, Denver Museum of Nature & Science, History Colorado Center, Molly Brown House and Wings Over The Rockies Air & Space Museum. Passes are available in limited quantities each day and allow different numbers of people to enter the attraction at no cost. [Read more…] about Free Attraction Passes Thru Douglas County Libraries
Drive-In Movie Theaters Are Popping Up All Over Town – Here’s A List
Going to the movies is just a given in the summer for families looking for blockbuster fun, especially under a beautiful Colorado evening sky. In a typical year, there are dozens of outdoor film series at community parks and sports fields. Unfortunately, as with most summer events, many have been canceled. However, all is not lost. Drive-in movie theaters, both permanent and pop-up, are making a big comeback all over town. [Read more…] about Drive-In Movie Theaters Are Popping Up All Over Town – Here’s A List
Free Audio Tours Available For Civic Center Park and Downtown Denver
No tour guide? No problem. You can now take a “guided” tour through Downtown Denver or Civic Center Park as long as you have a smart device and some headphones. Starting August 4, Denver Architecture Foundation is releasing two audio tour journeys, featuring 24 locations historically significant to Denver and Colorado and highlighting more than a century of Denver’s architecture and cultural history. The tours are FREE and downloadable here. [Read more…] about Free Audio Tours Available For Civic Center Park and Downtown Denver
New Disc Golf Course Opens In Highlands Ranch
A new way to have outdoor fun has opened in Highlands Ranch. The 18-hole West Fork Disc Golf Course features a mix of open features a mix of open shots and more technical areas. It offers varied play for both recreational players and those with more experience. A bike rack, skateboard rack and restroom are available near the course’s new 52-space parking lot, accessible from South Broadway. [Read more…] about New Disc Golf Course Opens In Highlands Ranch
Walmart Turns Parking Lots Into Drive-In Movie Theaters
Another day, another pop-up drive-in movie theater. This time it’s a biggie and though we have limited info right now, hopefully you’ll find reason to smile next month. Starting in August, Walmart will be providing much-needed family entertainment by transforming some of its store parking lots into contact-free drive-in movie theaters. [Read more…] about Walmart Turns Parking Lots Into Drive-In Movie Theaters
The 5 Best Walks With Shade In Denver
Story by Chris Englert. Hiking in shade in Denver can be a bit of a challenge. Most folks will head up into the Front Range to find a shady hike in the mountains? But who has time? On my website, DenverByFoot.com, I provide hundreds of suggestions for where to hike in Denver.
Rather than having to drive an hour each way to the trail head, wouldn’t it be nice to find a worthy walk within twenty minutes of your Denver home? Below are five great walks here in Denver that are easy to get to and provide some shade for a great hike during a hot Denver day. [Read more…] about The 5 Best Walks With Shade In Denver
Colorado Relaxes Some Restrictions So You May Enjoy More Events In The Future. We Break Down The Details.
Another week, another set of updated guidelines from the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment. On Thursday, the Governor’s office has signed off on new rules and regulations under the Safer at Home phase. What does this mean? Glad you asked. We dove into the 33-page document and break it down into bite-size chunks. [Read more…] about Colorado Relaxes Some Restrictions So You May Enjoy More Events In The Future. We Break Down The Details.
24 Hour Fitness Files For Bankruptcy. See If Your Gym Is Closing
24 Hour Fitness filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Monday, June 15. The network of fitness centers plans to permanently close 130 locations including 13 in Colorado. Members of the shuttered clubs are welcome to workout at any other 24 Hours Fitness location through 2020. Gyms not on this list plan to reopen on Monday, June 22 with new restrictions and procedures in place. [Read more…] about 24 Hour Fitness Files For Bankruptcy. See If Your Gym Is Closing