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Aug. 16th: Join CBS Colorado for Girls in the Game! Meet women in sports careers from the field to the front office. Learn more at CBSColorado.com/girlsinthegame.
Through Aug. 4th: Make the Colorado Music Festival your destination this summer for the best music and entertainment. Learn more at ColoradoMusicFestival.org
Aug. 9th: Enjoy this family-friendly event celebrating the Poudre River while promoting restoration and education about its importance. Learn more at PoudreRiverFest.org
August 9th: This community favorite is a perfect blend of summer - enjoy the afternoon sun & evening stars swaying to the sounds of local live music while enjoying tasty local fare. Learn more at CentennialCo.gov
Aug. 8th - 10th: Celebrate Denver's LGBTQ+ community with curated films, insightful panels, and memorable events. Learn more at DenverFilm.org
August 9th - 10th: Celebrate the close of Cherry Creek North’s Life in Bloom summer season with this free, elegant art show—now in its 7th year! Learn more at SmashIntheSquareFestival.com
Through Aug. 10th: Explore this exhibition that transports viewers to an alternative world of wonder and awe. Learn more at DenverArtMuseum.org.
Aug. 6th - 17th: Experience Moulin Rouge! The Musical — a Tony-winning celebration of truth, beauty, freedom and love. Get tickets at DenverCenter.org.
Through Aug. 17th: Explore Kent Monkman’s use of history painting as a contemporary genre to highlight relevant issues. Learn more at DenverArtMuseum.org.
Through Aug.18th: Enjoy live performances & beloved films under the stars at the iconic Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre. Learn more at DenverFilm.org.
Aug. 21st: Enjoy Denver’s top summer bash with endless rides and immersive thrills in support of Denver Film! Learn more at DenverFilm.org.
Aug. 23rd: Explore a variety of kid-friendly health and wellness activities through interactive stations. Learn more at GoldCrownFoundation.com.
Aug.16th: . As a cornerstone event for Colorado’s African diaspora community, the Gala brings together over 2,000 attendees to honor and elevate the contributions of African immigrants. Learn more at USALG.org
Aug. 23rd: Get ready to dance the night away with a DJ, live band, and all the nostalgic vibes you love! Learn more at Get ready to dance the night away with a DJ, live band, and all the nostalgic vibes you love! Learn more at LoneTreeArtsCenter.org..
Through Aug. 29th: Enjoy live music under the stars at the Arvada Center’s Summer Concert Series. Learn more at ArvadaCenter.org.
Sept. 3rd - 6th: Enjoy bites and sips from award-winning chefs, mixologists, and wine professionals celebrating metro Denver’s vibrant food scene. Get tickets at DenverFoodAndWine.com
Sept. 6th: Enjoy an evening of animal experiences, craft cocktails and artisan eats supporting wildlife conservation locally and globally! Get tickets at DenverZoo.org
Sept. 6th - 7th: Celebrate Colorado’s dance community with a weekend of performances and connection. Learn more at PresentingDenver.org
Sept. 12th - 13th: Join CBS Colorado & Xcel Energy for a Day of Service. Learn more at XcelEnergy.com slash DOSinfo
September 13th: Come celebrate local talent as artists turn sidewalks into stunning chalk art. Learn more at CentennialCo.gov.
Sept. 12th - 14th: Celebrate the golden age of cinema with a carefully curated lineup of newly restored silent-era films. Get details at DenverFilm.org.
Sept. 19th: Hear from soccer icon and champion for women's equity, Abby Wambach, at the Women’s Foundation’s Annual Luncheon. Learn more at WFCO.org
Sept. 29th: Help provide important services and resources to individuals and families in need in Northern Colorado. Learn more at HONService.org
Through October: Enjoy Denver's finest summer lunch in the heart of the city, where community support shines! Learn more at CivicCenterPark.org.
Oct.3rd: Connect with fellow music lovers and changemakers supporting a meaningful cause. Learn more at BeLikeEllie.com.
Aug.13th - Oct. 5th: Step into a dreamlike world and explore a couple’s love and memories in this immersive experience. Get tickets at DenverCenter.org.
July 19th - Oct. 11th: Catch high-energy bluegrass artists at Left Hand Brewing on select Saturdays from July to October! Learn more at SwallowHillMusic.org
Sept. 5th - Oct. 12th:Experience the suspense as seven snowbound strangers race to unmask a killer in Agatha Christie’s classic story. Get tickets at ArvadaCenter.org
Oct. 3rd - 12th: Enjoy a gothic love story full of spine-chilling drama and dark thrills in 19th-century Transylvania. Learn more at ColoradoBallet.org.
Oct. 18-19: Immerse yourself in Fall at Four Mile Historic Park with pumpkins, treasures, music, and treats! Learn more at FourMilePark.org
Oct. 23: Experience an unforgettable dinner party with 100 incredible women, inspiring speakers, comedy, and an open mic! Learn more at Britstueven.com/moms/
Oct. 25th: Explore the Park after dark, stepping into Victorian Spiritualism with adult libations, provisions, and amusements! Learn more at FourMilePark.org
October 25th: Enjoy live music, delicious food truck bites, and samples of adult beverages. Learn more at CentennialCo.gov.
Through Oct. 26th: Recall memorable moments as you walk through the defining events from this pivotal era. Learn more at HistoryColorado.org.
Oct. 9th - 26th:Enjoy this hilarious comedy that pokes fun at the Prohibition era. Learn more at LoneTreeArtsCenter.org
Sept.19th - Nov. 2nd: Experience a remarkable story of survival in this triumphant performance that embodies the strength of the human spirit. Get tickets at DenverCenter.org.
Sept. 26th - Nov. 2nd: Experience Billie Holiday’s iconic songs and powerful story light up an unforgettable evening. Get tickets at ArvadaCenter.org
Oct.3rd - Nov. 2nd: You can’t afford to miss this bona fide American classic that is raw, turbulent, and riveting from start to finish. Get tickets at DenverCenter.org.
Nov. 1st - 9th: Celebrate the season with the operatic brilliance of La Traviata at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House. Get tickets at OperaColorado.org.
December 6th: Enjoy festive songs, dancing, hot cocoa, cider, and cookies at this family-friendly celebration! Learn more at CentennialCo.gov.
Dec. 6th – 7th: Celebrate the magic of the season with a concert full of joyful, sparkling melodies, and holiday wonder! Learn more at LoneTreeArtsCenter.org
Dec. 13th: Dine with Father Christmas, sip warm drinks, and create holiday cheer with Colorado Christmas crafts! Learn more at FourMilePark.org
Dec. 20th: Experience the enchantment of Winter Solstice with Night Brunch. Learn more at FourMilePark.org
Nov. 1st - Dec. 28th: Bring the family together to experience this cherished holiday tradition. Get tickets at Denvercenter.org
Nov. 29th - Dec. 28th: Experience a holiday classic with Sugar Plums, dancing mice, and a flurry of snowflakes. Learn more at ColoradoBallet.org.
Nov. 21, 2025 - Jan. 4, 2026: Enjoy a magical family adventure filled with sisterhood, love, and self-discovery. Get tickets at ArvadaCenter.org.
Jan. 30 - Feb. 8: Enjoy a ballet bursting with Roaring Twenties flair, dazzling dance, and timeless drama. Learn more at ColoradoBallet.org.
Oct. 26, 2025 - Feb. 8: Explore this artist’s illustrious career and examine his singular role within the Impressionist movement. Learn more at DenverArtMuseum.org
Feb.13 - March 29: Enjoy this contemporary production of Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy. Get tickets at ArvadaCenter.org.
Nov. 8 - May 10: Enjoy this laugh-out-loud reimagining of the gothic classic. Get tickets at DenverCenter.org.
March 27 - May 10: Enjoy this extraordinary true story that chronicles how an isolated town played host to the world. Get tickets at ArvadaCenter.org.
May 2-10: Experience the timeless beauty of Madama Butterfly as it graces the Ellie Caulkins Opera House stage. Get tickets at OperaColorado.org.
Through August 2026: Explore one of the earliest European expeditions through present-day Colorado and the Mountain West. Learn more at HistoryColorado.org
Through July 26: Explore the work of Denver-based artist Susan Wick, who is driven by a relentless curiosity that conjures worlds of fantasy, intrigue, and desire. Learn more DenverArtMuseum.org.
September 2025 through September 2026: Explore the Centennial State’s origins through authentic photographs, documents, artifacts, and voices. Learn more at HistoryColorado.org
Nov. 22 through September 2026: A marquee exhibition featuring more than forty artifacts that witnessed the moments that shaped the United States.
Probe the boundless mysteries of space by wandering and immersing your senses through sight, sound, and touch. Learn more at www.DenverArtMuseum.org
The Symphony’s 25/26 season features performances with world-renowned artists. Explore the lineup and get tickets at ColoradoSymphony.org.
The Newman Center’s 25/26 season features world-class dance, music, and family-friendly performances. Learn more at NewmanCenterPresents.com.
This Saturday, Denver aims to host the longest shared meal in America.
From Beethoven's "Ode to Joy" to a completely free family concert that will introduce children to the symphony, the Colorado Music Festival has an exciting lineup on tap for the summer.
The gates are open for Cheyenne Frontier Days. Ten days of rodeos, concerts, food, rides and shopping kicked off on Friday.
Cheyenne Frontier Days in Cheyenne, Wyoming runs through July 27.
The 26th annual Donor Dash takes place this weekend in Denver, and among the participants will be a Coloradan whose life was changed drastically by transplantation.
Artists from around the country are featured at the Cheyenne Frontier Days Museum this year.
For the first time ever, the Courage Classic is offering a 2 mile family fun route called the Courage Cruise.
Priscilla Block will be opening for Luke Bryan in Cheyenne this summer.
Miss Frontier Haylie Turley and Lady in Waiting Katherine Olson joined CBS Colorado in the studio to share what guests can look forward to at this year's Cheyenne Frontier Days.
Alex Shebar explained that the food experience has expanded drastically at Cheyenne Frontier Days. It includes, burgers, popcorn, cotton candy, plus a pistachio and chocolate strawberry cup.
Participants honored and celebrated the lives of organ and tissue donors, their recipients and recognized those who continue to wait for a lifesaving transplant. CBS News Colorado's Michael Spencer was the emcee.
See images from the Indy Eve celebration in Civic Center Park in Denver on July 3.
The 12th annual Global Fest drew thousands of people to the Aurora Municipal Center on June 14, 2025.
See photos from the Girls & Science Kickoff Event at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science and the CSU Spur takeover.
See images from Together 4 Colorado Toy Drive Collection Day on Dec. 12, 2024.
The Denver Christkindlmarket is an "authentic German-style holiday market featuring local and European craft and food vendors and entertainment." It is open through Dec. 23.
See photos from CBS Colorado's Girls in the Game event on the University of Denver campus on Aug. 17, 2024.
See photos from Global Fest on Aug. 17, 2024, in Aurora.
Colorado remains under a heightened fire and heat threat Thursday as hot, dry, and windy conditions grip much of the state.
Parts of Colorado are experiencing an extreme and prolonged heat wave this week and health experts have some advice on staying cool during these hot days.
Five members of a Kremmling, Colorado family, including three young children, were killed earlier this week in a fiery crash in Grand County.
A Colorado Army and Marine Corps veteran says his service dog Tommy is a companion, a hero, and an example of why he says service dogs are the answer for veterans and first responders struggling with mental health.
When a developer proposed building a McDonald's in Castle Pines, neighbors gathered in opposition.
Health experts in Denver are offering advice for those who are working during this week's extreme heat.
A Denver District Court Judge has ruled that Denver Public Schools cannot be held liable for the death of an East High School student. Luis Garcia was shot and killed in 2023 while in his car on City Park Esplanade, just outside of the school. The judge overseeing the case dismissed the lawsuit because of where it happene
Opera Colorado CEO Barbara Lynne Jamison talks about the vision for Opera Colorado since she started her new position at the beginning of the month.
Watch meteorologist Callie Zanandrie's forecast.
In the Denver metro area, cooling centers have been activated during the extreme and prolonged heat wave this week.
Female leadership in school sports has been on the decline in recent years, according to Beth Hulac, a Denver Public Schools Athletics Operations Manager. She is determined to reverse that trend through new events.
Jen Pawol is set to become the first woman to umpire in Major League Baseball when she works games this weekend between the Miami Marlins and Atlanta Braves.
Video showed the bear charging toward the mascot, splashing water, as a person on the crew could be heard saying "Oh my God" off camera.
A sex toy landed near Indiana's Sophie Cunningham after it was thrown from the stands in L.A. while the Fever played the Sparks in the latest of several such incidents.
Dr. Jennell Kopp jokes that she's the "team mom" at the University of Denver. She brings an energy to the Denver Pioneers training room that makes her more than just your average team doctor.
OpenAI executives say GPT‑5 is more accurate than its predecessor and excels at coding.
OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, said its work is ongoing in refining how the chatbot can "identify and respond appropriately in sensitive situations."
A group of Democrats in Congress is seeking to stop Department of Government Efficiency employees from moving into permanent positions in the federal government.
The U.S. officially began levying higher tariffs on dozens of countries, just as the economic fallout of President Trump's months-long tariffs threats was beginning to create visible damage to the U.S. economy.
Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook said the significant downward revisions to the monthly jobs numbers could point to an economic shift.
A group of Democrats in Congress is seeking to stop Department of Government Efficiency employees from moving into permanent positions in the federal government.
The U.S. officially began levying higher tariffs on dozens of countries, just as the economic fallout of President Trump's months-long tariffs threats was beginning to create visible damage to the U.S. economy.
President Trump on Wednesday unveiled a hefty new tariff — "approximately 100%" — on imported microchips, unless companies make them in the United States.
The United States and Russia have agreed on a meeting "in the coming days" between President Trump and his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, the Kremlin said Thursday.
Gov. Jared Polis announced Wednesday morning that he's calling a special session for the Colorado State Legislature.
OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, said its work is ongoing in refining how the chatbot can "identify and respond appropriately in sensitive situations."
Screen time doesn't just affect mental health. It may also take a toll on physical health, according to new research focused on heart health in children and teens.
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says the federal government is calling off around $500 million worth of vaccine development projects that use mRNA technology.
Dr. Jennell Kopp jokes that she's the "team mom" at the University of Denver. She brings an energy to the Denver Pioneers training room that makes her more than just your average team doctor.
The Denver Department of Public Health and Environment announced Monday that the city's first human case of West Nile virus this season has been confirmed. Officials in Jefferson County have also confirmed their first human cases of the virus, with three people infected.
OpenAI executives say GPT‑5 is more accurate than its predecessor and excels at coding.
OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, said its work is ongoing in refining how the chatbot can "identify and respond appropriately in sensitive situations."
The U.S. officially began levying higher tariffs on dozens of countries, just as the economic fallout of President Trump's months-long tariffs threats was beginning to create visible damage to the U.S. economy.
When a developer proposed building a McDonald's in Castle Pines, neighbors gathered in opposition.
Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook said the significant downward revisions to the monthly jobs numbers could point to an economic shift.
Denver's Community Planning and Development Department has issued cease and desist orders to a property owner in Denver's Overland neighborhood who had been using Airbnb to rent out trailers and RVs on his rental properties.
The probe was sparked by a CBS News Colorado investigation in May that revealed the airport spent as much as $19,000. For one of its executives to fly to the three-day conference. Another ticket cost about $16,000.
The number of passengers suing American Airlines over an engine fire in March is now at 17, attorneys for those plaintiffs say. The fire happened aboard a Boeing 737 that had taken off from Colorado Springs en route to Dallas.
If you've been to Denver International Airport lately, you might have noticed the brand-new tiling that's part of the Great Hall Project is cracked in many places, and some tiles are held together with nothing but tape.
A Colorado business owner promising to build backyard buildings like saunas and sheds suddenly stopped delivering.
