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Top Weekend Events (August 16 - August 18 ) for Families near the DTC

Family-friendly events and activities happening near the Denver Tech Center

By By Beth Marketos, Publisher, Macaroni KID Englewood-Greenwood Village-Centennial August 14, 2024

Looking for something fun to do with your family over the weekend? We've got you covered! While there are tons of family-fun events and activities happening right here in Englewood, Greenwood Village, and Centennial, we've rounded up our top publisher picks (including local fun and events worth the drive) to help make your weekend plans a bit easier.

Events may be sold out, canceled, or postponed without notice. Be sure to confirm with the event's host that the event is still scheduled as listed below.


Ongoing Events & Reminders:


Friday, August 16:  πŸŒž Free Evening at Joy Park: Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus

  • Location: The Children's Museum of Denver | Denver
  • Prepare for climbing, digging, zip-lining, splashing, all-in play by bringing sunscreen, towels, a change of clothes, and extra socks. 
  • FREE

Saturday, August 17: πŸ§΅ Open House: Quilts of Valor at 17 Mile House Farm Park

  • Location: 17 Mile House Farm Park | Centennial
  • Visitors can step back in time at the 17 Mile House, a 160-year old farm which served as an important resting stop for pioneers traveling on the Cherokee/Smoky Hill wagon trails in the 1860s.
  • FREE! Registration required

Saturday, August 17: πŸ“½οΈ Outdoor Movie Night: Migration at John Meade Park

  • Location: History Colorado Center | Denver
  • Enjoy a rare FREE DAY and explore Colorado's history!
  • FREE! Reservations requested

Saturday, August 19: πŸ›οΈ Broadway Artisan and Craft Market

  • Location: Bayer Square| Denver
  • Join us for a day celebrating creativity and craftsmanship, where you can explore a delightful array of handmade treasures crafted by talented artisans. 
  • FREE admission

Sunday, August 18: β™ΎοΈ Low Sensory Morning at Downtown Aquarium

  • Location: Downtown Aquarium | Denver
  • The Aquarium will open early and turn down the ambient sounds so you and your family can enjoy the Aquarium in a calmer and more quiet setting.  
  • FREE! 

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