There are plenty of fun events in Denver for the first weekend in April–from the Arvada Kite Festival to free days to the Tulip Fairy & Elf Festival. Refer to our event calendar for additional information and always double-check the event’s website for any changes.
13th Annual Arvada Kite Festival at Stenger Soccer Complex
April 2
The Kite Festival includes kite flying (bring your own or purchase one at the event), free kids fun with jumping castles, several face painters, balloon artists, hamster balls and more.
Tulip Fairy & Elf Festival 2016 at Pearl Street Mall
April 3, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Join the Tulip Fairy as she and her pint-sized helpers celebrate the Tulips that adorn the Pearl Street Mall. The event includes live stage performances, face painting and free activities for children.
New to You Sale at Christ Lutheran Church
April 1-2
For the full listing of Denver consignment sales: http://www.milehighmamas.com/blog/2016/02/17/consignment-sales-spring-2016/
LEGO Club at the Longmont Public Library
April 1, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Calling all Lego Lovers! Visit the Library on the first Friday of each month to accept LEG building challenges.
MOPS Annual Consignment Sale at Grace Hill Community Church
April 2 , 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
For the full listing of Denver consignment sales: http://www.milehighmamas.com/blog/2016/02/17/consignment-sales-spring-2016/
Free Day at Denver Art Museum
April 2 , 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
General daily admission to the Denver Art Museum is FREE to all youth ages 18. The first Saturday of each month, the public is free as well.
Repticon Denver Reptile and Exotic Animal Show at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds
April 2 – April 3
Meet at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds for a weekend packed with a great selection of animals, reptile supplies and merchandise, entertaining seminars and live animal presentations.
Denver Nuggets Family Night at the Pepsi Center
Aprril 2, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Sacramento Kings vs. Denver Nuggets
Free Day at the Denver Botanic Gardens
April 3 , 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Go here for a full list of Denver free days. http://www.milehighmamas.com/blog/2015/12/29/denver-free-days-2016/.
Rhea Lana-Southeast Denver Sale at Cottonwood Square Shopping Center
April 3-7
For the full listing of Denver consignment sales: http://www.milehighmamas.com/blog/2016/02/17/consignment-sales-spring-2016/
Boulder Arts Week
Mar 25 -April 2
Boulder Arts Week is Boulder’s only large-scale, inclusive celebration of their community’s vibrant arts and cultural offerings.
Free Community Day at the Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls and Toys
April 3, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Additional Dates: Sunday, May 1.
2016 Adoption Conference at the Grand Denver Hyatt
March 29-April 3
Participants from around the world will converge in Denver, Colorado.
New feature: You may now add your own family-friendly event to our calendar.
Author: Amber Johnson
Amber is the founder and editor of Mile High Mamas, travel writer and former columnist for The Denver Post. She is a passionate community builder and loves the outdoors. She has two awesome teens and is happily married to a man obsessed with growing The Great Pumpkin.
