Summer Fun

School is almost out so you’re probably starting to wonder what you are going to do to keep the kiddos entertained while still giving them some intellectual stimulus. You don’t want to break the bank so there are only so many movies or theme parks you can attend. If you’re struggling to come up with some ideas, here are some free activities that will be fun for the whole family. 

Berry Patch Farms

13785 Potomac St.
Brighton, CO 80601
(303) 659-5050
www.berrypatchfarms.com

Fall may have it’s pumpkin patches but late summer is the time to pick apples, plums, cherries, and raspberries at the Berry Patch Farms. It’s a great way for the kids to learn about agriculture while they pick the fruits and vegetables.

Colorado Dragon Boat Festival

Sloan’s Lake Park
1700 N. Sheridan Blvd.
Denver, CO 80212
(303) 953-7277
www.cdbf.org

Dates: July 18-19, 2015

A beautiful annual event celebrating Asian cultures, the Colorado Dragon Boat Festival is in 15th year. Not only are there boat races around Sloan’s Lake but the event also has a kids area called Dragonland. Here the kids can create origami and dragon masks. There are also plays and storytelling. Don’t leave without trying some of the great Asian food or shop for some souvenirs. 

City Park Jazz

City Park
2001 Colorado Blvd.

Denver, CO 80205
(303) 744-1004
www.cityparkjazz.org

Every Sunday through August 9, 2015

What’s better than free summer concerts? Bring your blankets and picnic while the kids dance to the music. Some of the performers scheduled for this year are The Sam Mayfield Blues Revue, the Ellyn Rucker Trio, the Lynn Baker Quartet, the Colorado Conservatory for the Jazz Arts and many more. Shows start at 6:00 p.m. 

The Denver Art Museum

100 W 14th Ave. Parkway
Denver, CO 80204
(720) 865-5000
www.denverartmuseum.org

The Denver Art Museum just announced that children under the age of 5 are free while youth from 6-18 are only $5.00 if the adult is not a member and free if the adult is a member. The museum has many interactive kids areas where they can create their own art.

Free Movies At Infinity Park

950 S. Birch St.
Denver, CO 80246
(303) 692-5799
www.infinityparkatglendale.com

Check out their website and you will find select Monday evenings are free movie nights at Infinity Park. Fun movies will include “How to Train Your Dragon”, “The Princess Bride and “Remember the Titans." Don’t forget to bring a big blanket and a picnic dinner