Harkins Theatres’ Summer Movie Fun
Harkins Theatres offers blockbuster savings for families with its Summer Movie Fun series, which presents a popular kids’ flick every weekday at 9:45 a.m. from June 3 to July 26. Tickets are just $2 each. For more savings, purchase a Summer Movie Fun Pass for $8 — making each movie just $1. With the pass, you must select a specific theatre and day of the week and attend each screening accordingly. This year’s line-up includes “Sonic the Hedgehog,” “Trolls Band Together,” “Migration” and more. Good at both Harkins Theatres’ Colorado locations: Northfield 18 (8300 E. Northfield Blvd.) in Denver and Arvada 14 (5550 Olde Wadsworth Blvd.). harkins.com/events-and-series/summer-movie-fun
Denver Public Library Used Book Sale
This is the one you have been waiting for: Denver Public Library’s Used Book Sale has returned, running from June 7 to 9 at the Historic Elitch Theatre (4600 W. 37th Place) in Denver. More than 18,000 books, CDs and DVDs will be sold at bargain basem*nt prices. On Sunday, you can fill a bag (they provide one) with books for $12 per bag. Sale hours are from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday. dplfriends.org/news-events/used-book-sales
The Greek Festival
“Greek” out at the Greek Festival, June 7 to 9, on the grounds of Assumption Greek Orthodox Cathedral (4610 E. Alameda Ave.) in Denver. More than 25,000 people attend this popular festival, which features homemade Greek food, live music, dance performances, cooking demos and a boutique stocked with jewelry, clothing, fine art and more. Be sure to take a scheduled tour inside one of the coolest historic and cultural landmarks in Denver, The Gold Dome (also known as the Assumption Cathedral of the Theotokos). Festival tickets are $5 when purchased in advance; $3 for seniors. Kids (12 and under) get in free. Hours are Friday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday from 11 a.m. to midnight and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. thegreekfestival.com
Colorado Concours d’Elegance
More than 400 exceptional vehicles will be on display at the Colorado Concours d’Elegance & Exotic Sports Car Show on June 9 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Arapahoe Community College (5900 S. Santa Fe Drive) in Littleton. Expect rare cars from early collectibles to the latest exotics. More than a dozen car clubs will participate, so you’ll likely see autos from Aston Martin, Ferrari, Lotus, Maserati, Jaguar, Porsche, Shelby, Alfa Romeo and more. The event includes live music, food, exhibits and special awards. Tickets are $10 for adults and free for kids 12 and under, as well as military, police and fire personnel with ID. Buy tickets online to save $1. abilityconnectioncolorado.org/special-events/colorado-concours
Unicorn Festival
A magical world is springing up at Clement Park (7306 W. Bowles Ave.) in Littleton on June 8 and 9. Princesses, fairies, mermaids and other fanciful creatures will come alive at the Unicorn Festival. The event will be full of fun and imagination, including bouncy castles, storytelling, unicorn petting corral, meeting a mermaid, photos with a princess, a 66-foot dragon slide, castle, obstacle course and more. Tickets are $25 per person and, for added value, they’re valid all weekend long. Children 2 and younger get in for free. The best deal is the family four-pack for $82 — only available online through June 5 at 5 p.m. All entertainment and activities are included with admission. Food and vendor purchases are extra. The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Park at Southwest Plaza for free and take a free shuttle to the event. unicornfestivalcolorado.com
Movie Nights at Infinity Park
Glendale is once again hosting Movie Nights at Infinity Park in 2024. Screenings are on select Mondays over the summer. Admission is free. Bring your chairs or big blanket early to secure your spot on the lawn. Here’s what’s playing on the jumbo outdoor screen: June 10, “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem”; June 24, “The Marvels”; July 8, “Trolls Band Together”; and July 22, “Barbie.” There is also a bonus fall screening of “Halloweentown” on Oct. 14. Gates open at 6 p.m. and the movie starts at 7 p.m. Don’t forget to pack snacks, too. infinityparkatglendale.com/events
Scandinavian Midsummer Festival
Coloradans can get a taste of a solstice celebration at the Scandinavian Midsummer Festival. The celebration takes place in its new location of Parfet Park (719 10th St.) in Golden from June 14 to 16. Hours vary by day. Admission is free. Entertainment runs continuously throughout the festival with dancing by folk groups and live Scandinavian music performances. Plus, find 80-plus artisans selling original work and lots of Scandinavian food. Watch demonstrations of various Viking skills, including textile arts, blacksmith and carpenter work. You can even make-and-take a craft project. scandinavianmidsummer.com
Corgi Festival
Paws All in the City is holding the most out-of-this world event for pet parents and dog lovers alike. Corgis and Friends Take Over Denver is set to run around on June 16 at Lowry’s Great Lawn Park (101 Yosemite St.) in Denver from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Perfect for AstroPups and Space Dogs, this year’s theme is Space. All breeds are welcome. Those pet parents wanting to participate in the dog costume contest, dog walk, agility bars, photo booth and DIY T-shirt tug toy station pay a modest $7. Buy tickets in advance online. For those just wanting to visit the vendors and food trucks or just watch the furry fun, the event is free. paitcdenver.org
Frederick in Flight
The town of Frederick celebrates the magic of hot air balloons with its annual Frederick in Flight — including hot air balloon lifts, tethered balloon rides, a Glow Party with beer garden and food trucks and family fun. The free event takes flight from June 22 and 23. Each day, watch about 25 hot air balloons lift off at daybreak — around 6 a.m. — at Centennial Park (601 8th St.) Keep your feet firmly planted on the ground on Saturday from 5 to 9 p.m. with a Balloon Bash in Centennial Park featuring live music, food trucks, a beer garden and kids’ activities. frederickco.gov/239/Frederick-in-Flight?NID=239
Highlands Street Fair
Head over to West 32nd Street between Irving and Perry for the 41st annual Highlands Street Fair on June 22 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The free family-friendly neighborhood event in northwest Denver features live music, vendors, food trucks and lots of fun activities. The day will be filled with several popular local acts providing entertainment, including The Desert Furs, Teresa Storch Band and Half Maxx. Attendees will be able to stroll up and down West 32nd Avenue as they eat, drink and browse the booths of nearly 100 vendors — including local artisans, purveyors and more. highlandsstreetfair.com
AMC Theatres’ Summer Movie Camp
Families can camp out at AMC Theatres this summer for lots of family-friendly flicks at a discounted price. The AMC Summer Movie Camp runs from June 24 to Aug. 14, with a classic Illumination title featured every week on Monday and Wednesday. The movies play at 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day. Tickets are just $3 each. Enjoy “Minions: The Rise of Gru,” “The Secret Life of Pets,” “Sing” and more back on the big screen. amctheatres.com/amc-scene/summer-movie-camp-for-kids
The Denver Passport
Drink up lots of savings, thanks to the return of The Denver Passport. The Passport opens up a world of 2-for-1 drinks at 78 Denver restaurants, bars, breweries, wineries and cafés – with hundreds in savings. Purchase booklets online, with shipping fees and taxes added. Discounts are available through Oct. 1. The passport is valid for one twofer at each establishment. Drinks include beers, wines, co*cktails, coffee and more. Passports may be bought online for $30. thepassportprogram.com
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