Planet Fitness High School Summer Pass Program
Planet Fitness is making exercising more affordable for families with teens. The fitness center’s High School Summer Pass program invites teens ages 14 to 19 to work out for free at one of its many clubs nationally — including 25 in the Denver metro area. The program runs from June 1 to Aug. 31. Teens under the age of 18 must sign up with a parent or guardian. However, once they’re registered, they can work out solo. Participants can only work out at the Planet Fitness location where they signed up. planetfitness.com/summerpass.
Movie Nights at Infinity Park
Glendale is again hosting its free Movie Nights at Infinity Park in 2025. However, now there are two nights: Monday Movie Madness and Friday Night Flicks. (The latter shows more adult fare, i.e., PG-13 and R-rated movies.) Gates open at 6 p.m. and the movie starts at 7 on Mondays and at 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. on Fridays. Friday Night Flicks begins on June 6 with “Road House.” Monday Movie Madness kicks off on June 16 with “Shrek.” There is also a special July Fourth on the Second screening with “Armageddon” on July 2 at 7 p.m. Review the complete schedule at infinityparkatglendale.com/events.
Arapahoe County Public Works Play Date
Leave it to Arapahoe County to come up with a clever way to celebrate its Public Works Department, those hard-working folks who fill potholes, remove snow, nuke noxious weeds, shelter lost animals and do so much more. On June 6 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., adults and kids alike can take part in the free Public Works Play Date held at Dove Valley Regional Park at 7900 S. Potomac St. in Centennial. Kids of all ages can jump in the driver’s seat of big road and bridge vehicles, learn crosswalk safety, fill potholes, microchip a stuffed animal, be a junior building inspector, plan a city, and more. arapahoeco.gov/news_detail_T13_R1001.php
Colorado Concours d’Elegance
More than 300 exceptional cars will be on display at the annual Colorado Concours d’Elegance & Exotic Sports Car Show on June 8, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Arapahoe Community College, 5900 S. Santa Fe Drive in Littleton. Local and regional car clubs showcase more than 300 rare vehicles, from early collectibles to the latest exotics. Many venture out once a year for this show only. That means you’ll likely see autos from Aston Martin, Ferrari, Lotus, Maserati, Jaguar, Porsche, Shelby and Alfa Romeo to name just a few. Tickets are $10 for adults and free for kids 12 and under, as well as military, police and fire personnel with ID. abilityconnectioncolorado.org/special-events/colorado-concours/
Natural Grocers Reusable Bag & Father’s Day Giveaway
From June 6 to 8, Natural Grocers is giving away a free reusable bag with any purchase. Then, make plans to stop by the grocery store on Father’s Day, June 15, for a free Epic or Primal snack strip. Both giveaways are only available for members of the store’s loyalty program – {N}power. naturalgrocers.com/fathers-day
National Donut Day
This year, National Donut Day falls on June 6, the best time to “make the rounds” in the Mile High City for free and cheap donuts. Get a free glazed donut at any LaMars Donuts’ location. Dunkin’ is offering a free donut with the purchase of any beverage. You get a free donut of choice at Krispy Kreme, no purchase required. Voodoo Doughnut’s deal is 12 Pink Raised Glazed Doughnuts for just $10, in-shop and online. However, if you pick up the special dozen in-shop, you can also enjoy a doughnut of your choice for free. Plus, Shipley Do-Nuts is offering a free Glazed Do-Nut with any purchase every Friday in June. lamars.com; dunkindonuts.com; krispykreme.com; shipleydonuts.com; voodoodoughnut.com
Five Below Grand Opening
Chill out at the opening of Five Below’s 31st store in Colorado. The deals are hot for anyone on a budget. Known for offering a variety of products for $1 to $5 (with some priced higher), Five Below sells affordable items and gifts in beauty, sports, tech, toys, snacks, pets and more, as well as seasonal items. The new location opens in Centennial at 2416 E. Arapahoe Road on June 6. Enjoy lots of games and trivia with prizes, all weekend long. And, on June 7, shoppers can enjoy free hot dogs from noon to 3 p.m. Plus, they will be handing out free drawstring bags on Saturday, while supplies last. facebook.com/events/1054353340171791
Denver Chalk Art Festival
Chalk this up to lots of family fun! Over a span of 48 hours, 200 professional, amateur and student artists will use chalk to paint thousands of square feet of raw pavement into re-creations of masterpieces, modern art and their own original pieces during the Denver Chalk Art Festival in Denver’s Golden Triangle District. On June 7 and 8, the free festival transforms streets and sidewalks into a temporary outdoor art museum. The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on both days. In addition, there will be food vendors, beverage booths and live music. Children can also create their own temporary mini-masterpieces in the Kids’ Corner from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. denverchalk.art
Regal Cinemas Summer Movie Express
All aboard, bored kids! Regal Cinemas has scheduled nine weeks of discounted family-friendly flicks at select theaters for its popular Summer Movie Express. The summer movie series features two family-friendly movies every Tuesday and Wednesday at 11 a.m. from June 10 to Aug. 6. Admission is only $1. Plus, all attendees can purchase a specially priced $5 Snack Pack, which includes a junior-sized drink, snack-sized popcorn and fruit snacks. The series kicks off on June 10 and 11 with “Sing 2” and “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish.” There are participating locations in Centennial, Denver, Lakewood and Longmont. regmovies.com/promotions/summer-movie-express
Aspen Grove Mutt Market
As a dog-friendly shopping center, Aspen Grove is throwing a party for all of its furry friends. Stop by Mutt Market on June 28 from 5 to 8 p.m. for a fur- and family-friendly mini-expo of all things canine. The Mutt Market will have special treats, more than 40 pet-focused vendors, a bubble foam zone, special contests with prizes, games, entertainment, live music, food trucks for humans, and more. Admission is free. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP, so organizers can plan accordingly. The fun takes place outside the Barbox in the outdoor shopping center at 7301 S. Santa Fe Drive in Littleton. aspengrovecenter.com/event/mutt-market-2
Greek Festival
Opa! Eat, drink and dance like a Greek at the Greek Festival from June 6 to 8 on the grounds of Assumption Greek Orthodox Cathedral. The popular festival offers live music, dance performances and cooking demos, as well as a Greek boutique stocked with jewelry, clothing, fine art and more. Plus, enjoy lots of homemade Greek food and treats, including spanakopita, kalamari, dolmathes, gyros, baklava and more. The festival runs from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday, 11 a.m. to midnight on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for seniors – with kids (12 and under) admitted for free. Save on parking with the free shuttle service to and from the PetSmart parking lot adjacent to the church. thegreekfestival.com
Denver Fringe Festival
Original, immersive and experimental performances on the “fringes” of mainstream theatre are the hallmark of the sixth annual Denver Fringe Festival. This year, it runs June 4 to 8, with more than 200 live performances of 75 productions at 20 indoor and outdoor venues. The festival spans all types of performing arts, including theater, dance, comedy, improv, cabaret and more. There are original plays, immersive experiences and a two-day KidsFringe with free shows for families. Tickets are $20 each for all shows. And, as always, 70% of ticket revenue goes straight to the performers. Look for the Fringe-Free-For-All showcase with free performances in the streets and spaces throughout RiNo and Five Points – featuring circus arts, physical dance theater, magic and illusion and more. denverfringe.org
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