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Top 5 Weekend Events (August 1st - 3rd)

By Beth Marketos, Macaroni KID Englewood-Greenwood Village-Centennial Publisher, Macaroni KID Highlands Ranch-Parker-Castle Rock-Lone Tree Co-Manager, Macaroni KID Denver Assistant Publisher July 29, 2025

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 1st: πŸŽ‰ Colorado Day at the Capitol

  • Location: Colorado State Capitol | Denver
  • This year's Colorado Day theme is penULTIMATE - a nod to Colorado's 149th anniversary, just one year shy of 150! 
  • FREE 

Friday, August 1st: πŸŽ‰ Englewood First Fridays - Movie in the Park (All Ages)

  • Location: Englewood Civic Center | Englewood
  • Enjoy a makers market featuring local artisans, food, live music and festive elements matching the theme of the month.
  • FREE Admission | Prices vary by menu item

Saturday, August 2nd: πŸ–ΌοΈ SouthGlenn Mural Fest (All Ages)

  • Location: The Streets at SouthGlenn | Centennial
  • Join us for a special mural fest event, featuring the talents of four incredible local artists! The artists will begin work on their projects earlier in the week, culminating with completion on Saturday! You will experience these permanent art installations coming to life in real time!
  • FREE 

Saturday, August 2nd: 🍿 Landmark Theatres Family Friendly Film Fest - WILLY WONKA & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY (1971)

  • Location: The Landmark Greenwood Village | Greenwood Village
  • GET THE KIDS OUT OF THE HOUSE & Cool Down This Summer With Landmark Theatres' Family Friendly Film Fest Series
  • $2

Sunday, August 3rd: πŸ‘¨‍🌾 South Pearl Street Farmers Market, Sundays May 4-Nov 9 (All Ages)

  • Location: South Pearl Street | Denver
  • Get fresh and buy local! Shop fresh produce, food, drink, and lifestyle products at the local Farmers Market at the 1400 + 1500 blocks of South Pearl Street (between Iowa and Arkansas)
  • FREE Admission | Prices vary by vendor

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