Happy Independence Day! Don’t miss our comprehensive guide to celebrating the 4th of July in Denver–from parades to fireworks to outdoor activities to festivals and so much more.  4th of July Fireworks Displays, Parade and Festivals in Denver ARVADA Arvada Fireworks Display — Since 1979, the City of Arvada has celebrated Independence Day on July […]

Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. While clicking these links won’t cost you extra money, they help us keep this site up and running. See our disclosure policy.  Do you remember our Guide to Denver Easter Egg Hunts we published on March 9, 2020 before the world shut down? Well, most of those community events aren’t […]

My husband and I are celebrating 18 years of wedded bliss on February 15. Before we were married, I told him our anniversary, Valentine’s Day and my birthday (all of which fall within a week of each other) are three separate and distinct occasions and should be celebrated as such. Yeah, right. I now have […]

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and who else feels like they need a lot of extra love this year? Since sharing food items might be a bit more frowned upon than usual, we’ve rounded up 20 fun non-candy ideas for your kids to share with their friends. 1. Sports Bouncy Balls (Gluesticks and Gumdrops) 2. Paper […]

If your family is anything like ours, Christmas morning is chaotic and the last thing I want to do is worry about breakfast. That’s why these egg nog streusel muffins are perfectly festive and you can make them ahead of time to enjoy them right when you need them.  Egg Nog Streusel Muffins Muffins 4 […]

Here are some great ideas for celebrating New Year’s Eve in Denver. For more New Year’s Eve activities, see our event calendar.  THE MILE HIGH TREE WHEN: Thru Jan. 2, 2021 (5-9:30 p.m. on most Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays; and 5-8 p.m. on some Sundays) WHERE: 16th Street Mall at Welton Street Join in the free festivities at this festive holiday attraction, […]

We all want to support our favorite independent bars and restaurants during these unprecedented times of pandemic restrictions and closures. But it can be tough to know exactly how to help (besides, you know, ordering excessive amounts of takeout and tipping large). Well, it is now easier to lend a hand, thanks to the recent release of […]

There are two flavors that rock my world during the Christmas season: gingerbread and eggnog. So, why not marry the two?  These cookies are so tasty and fun to make. This is also our favorite recipe for gingerbread men.  Gingerbread Thumbprint Cookies with Cream Cheese Eggnog Filling Dough 3/4 cup butter 1 cup sugar 1/4 […]

Downtown Boulder and the City of Boulder Parks and Recreation department have partnered to create a self-guided holiday lighting tour that’s perfect for the entire family.  Take in the sites and lights throughout downtown Boulder and the Civic Area this season with beautiful lighting displays planned throughout the district from November 22, 2020 through January 10, 2021.  […]

Larimer Square is your Hometown for the Holidays. Come experience the season on Larimer Square like never before! Holiday Display & Family Christmas Tree Lot – Christmas Tree Lot & Holiday Display: Family Christmas Trees is honored to bring the freshest and fullest Christmas trees to Larimer Square this holiday season. Open Wednesday – Sunday from 11 […]