The 17 Mile House is a 160-year old farm which served as a resting stop for pioneers traveling on the Cherokee/Smoky Hill wagon trails in the 1860s. You can visit for FREE during monthly Open House events. The next one is Saturday, April 25. 2026, from 9 a.m. to noon. The April Open House theme looks at the archaeological story of 17 Mile House. [Read more…] about 17 Mile House Farm Open House on April 25. Register Now For ‘Archaeological Story”
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Go Fly a Kite at Arvada Kite Festival
It may be the one time Front Range residents want the wind to blow. The annual Arvada Kite Festival is set for Sunday, April 12, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Stenger Soccer Complex at 58th Ave. & Quail St. The high-flying event thrills all age groups with the artistry of kite flying and friendly competition, along with musical entertainment, food trucks, demos by Rocky Mountain Kite Association, 100+ vendors, face painting, inflatables and more. [Read more…] about Go Fly a Kite at Arvada Kite Festival
Arapahoe Philharmonic Presents Children’s Discovery Concert
The Symphony of the Rockies presents its annual Children’s Discovery Concert on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at Hope United Methodist Church. Join them for Tuning Into The World. Take a musical journey across the globe. This fun and interactive concert introduces young audiences to the rich sounds, rhythms, and stories of music from diverse cultures and continents. [Read more…] about Arapahoe Philharmonic Presents Children’s Discovery Concert
Enjoy Free Cone Day 2026 at Ben & Jerry’s Scoop Shops
What’s the latest scoop for ice cream fans? Ben & Jerry’s is giving away ice cream again in 2026! As a way to thank customers, Ben & Jerry’s Scoop Shops set aside one day every year to happily scoop its popular ice cream at no cost — FREE Cone Day. In previous years, the company has scooped more than one million complimentary cones on the sweet day. [Read more…] about Enjoy Free Cone Day 2026 at Ben & Jerry’s Scoop Shops
Now Available! The Cheesecake Factory Offers Free Slice of Cheesecake Starting April Fools’ Day
No pranks here — just a sweet giveaway from The Cheesecake Factory! With April Fools’ Day around the corner, it’s time to start planning on how to prank your friends and family. However, The Cheesecake Factory is just celebrating its new Cheesecake Rewards app with a FREE slice of cheesecake — starting April 1, 2026. [Read more…] about Now Available! The Cheesecake Factory Offers Free Slice of Cheesecake Starting April Fools’ Day
Arvada Flour Mill’s 100th Birthday on April 12
The historic (to say the least) Arvada Flour Mill celebrates the 100th anniversary of the sale of the first sack of Arva-Pride flour on Sunday, April 12, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Explore the mill and learn about its history and operation from experts, bring a bread for our bread contest, enjoy a performance by the Arvada Chorale, participate in mill-based activities and games and get your kit for the Community Quilting Contest. [Read more…] about Arvada Flour Mill’s 100th Birthday on April 12
Updated! Taco Bell Offers New Luxe Value Menu with 10 Popular Items, Each $3 or Less
Taco Bell is entering 2026 with “new values”. The popular restaurant’s new Luxe Value Menu features 10 items priced at $3 or less — replacing the Cravings Value Menu. The new value menu combines new menu innovations with many fan-favorite classics, so there’s something for everyone to feast on a budget. [Read more…] about Updated! Taco Bell Offers New Luxe Value Menu with 10 Popular Items, Each $3 or Less
QDOBA Offers Free Chips & Queso for Every Full Moon in 2026
QDOBA will have fans howling at the moon in 2026! Is the moon really made of cheese? Well, in this case, the moon means you can enjoy lots of delicious, gooey cheese at the popular restaurant — all year long. For every monthly full moon in 2026, QDOBA is offering a big, cheesy giveaway for fans. No telescope required. [Read more…] about QDOBA Offers Free Chips & Queso for Every Full Moon in 2026
When Rockies Score 7+ Runs, Fans Score 4 Tacos for $3 at Taco Bell
It’s “crunch time” again, taco lovers! Can you hear the crack of the bat or is that the crunch of a taco? For Colorado Rockies fans and hungry bargain hunters alike, baseball season means one thing — “tacos, tacos, tacos!” For the 18th year, Taco Bell is again offering its popular Colorado Rockies special for the 2026 baseball season. [Read more…] about When Rockies Score 7+ Runs, Fans Score 4 Tacos for $3 at Taco Bell
Denver Travel & Adventure Show Helps You Discover New Destinations
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If you have a case of wanderlust, good news…Denver’s largest consumer travel event, the Denver Travel Show, returns to the Colorado Convention Center on Saturday & Sunday, April 11 & 12, 2026. The show offers thousands of vacation options from more than 250 destinations worldwide, as well as travel experts, educational seminars and cultural performances. [Read more…] about Denver Travel & Adventure Show Helps You Discover New Destinations