2026 Arvada Summer Guide
Summer is in-bound in Colorado and we can’t wait! And, while Arvada does a lot of things really well, summer is one of the things we do best. We know how to turn up the summer heat and how to keep cool when it gets too hot. So, unpack your shorts, dig out your flip-flops and get your swim suit ready - summer is coming to Arvada. Are you ready?
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ALL SUMMER LONG
Farmer’s Market | Olde Town Square | Sundays from June 7 to September 27 | 9am to 1:30pm. Celebrate local food, thank all the amazing farmers and food producers, and stock up on what you need at the Arvada market!
Bike Friendly Arvada | Locations, times and routes vary. Get your bikes out for some magical trips in and around Arvada. Rides are for all levels (unless noted) with experienced riders leading each ride.
FREE Yoga in the Park | McIlvoy Park | Every Sunday at 9am. Start your weekends with peace, breath, and movement in the sunshine with Gray Yoga and Olde Town Arvada! Kicking off Saturday, June 6!
Arvada Flour Mill Museum Tours | Arvada Flour Mill | Sundays from June through September | Tours leave at 10am and 11am. A tour guide will take you through this rare, uniquely preserved historic mill and show you how wheat was milled into flour using an ingenious design by Eugene Emory Benjamin. You’ll also learn about a simpler Arvada in the first half of the 20th century. Come immerse yourself in the past while supporting our mission to keep the mill alive! No tours on July 5, August 2 and August 30.
Cussler Museum | May through September, Thursdays, Fridays and the first Saturday of every month. Dedicated to the preservation of astounding, rare, and vintage automobiles from all over the world. This extensive collection of over 100 significant automobiles, ranging in years from 1906 to 1965, was started by renowned best-selling author Clive Cussler.
FREE Garden Classes | Arvada Community Garden | 6pm. Get your tips from the experts! Check the calendar for specific topics.
Pints and Pistons Cruise Nights | Odyssey Beerwerks | First and third Wednesdays of the month at 4pm to 9pm. Hop in your hot rod and cruise down to Odyssey Beerwerks for our Pints and Pistons Cruise Night! Open to all makes and models, including motorcycles. If it's got a motor, bring it down! (Dates: May 20, June 3 and 17, July 1 and 15, August 5 and 19, September 2 and 16). This is a 21+ event.
Tired Swim Family Happy Hour | LUKI Brewery | Saturdays from May 30 to July 26 from noon to 3pm. For all the dedicated swim families - stop by for 2 beers, 2 sodas and 2 pretzels for just $20.
Celebrate the World’s Game | LUKI Brewery | June 11 to July 19, game times vary. Come enjoy some soccer games with new beer releases, custom glassware and rotating beer and snack specials during tournament games.
Patio Sessions | School House Kitchen and Libations | Third Wednesday of every month from 6pm to 8pm. Enjoy great tunes, patio drinks and a nice relaxed evening!
Industry Night | Secret Level | Mondays, 5pm to close. Are you working hard this summer? Come by on Mondays, where service industry workers and students get 20% off food and drinks.
Harkins Summer Movie Fun | Harkins Theater | Enjoy 8 movies - one a week all summer long - for just $8 each!
MAY
MAY 22
34th Annual Stenger Invitational Soccer Tournament | Stenger Sports Complex and Long Lake Ranch | May 22 through 25. Bring your friends and family to enjoy great competition, community energy, and a fun-filled atmosphere at one of Colorado’s premier soccer events.
MAY 23
2026 Apex Foundation Pickleball Tournament | Marquardt-Miles Outdoor Pickleball Courts at Apex's Simms Street Recreation Center | Saturday and Sunday, 8am to 4pm. Come watch or play men's, women's, and mixed doubles of various levels.
The Opening of Summer Car Show | Rockabillies | 1pm to 5pm. Kick off the summer by showing off your whip and live music from The Starday Kings.
Ralston Central Splash Pad Opens for the Season | 5850 Garrison Street| Open daily from 10am to 8pm through September 7. Kick off the summer with a splash!
MAY 24
Elevate Markets Spring Festival | Freedom Street Social | 12pm to 4pm. Come spend your afternoon enjoying: Local artisans & handmade goods. great food & drinks, giveaways & prizes, and an awesome community vibe.
MAY 29
Final Fridays | LUKI Brewery | 6pm. Celebrate making it through May with a drink, a pretzel and some great live music!
MAY 30
Ninja Fest | Apex Field House | 10am to 1pm. Step onto a transformed ninja training ground packed with nonstop action and challenges for all to enjoy.
Kit Simon & Friends | Method & Muse | 7pm to 9pm. Enjoy some sweet live jazz, handcrafted cocktails and botanical spirits in an intimate cocktail lounge.
Samba Swing! Big Band Rhythms from Brazil | Arvada Center | 7:30pm. Feel the heat, energy, and irresistible groove of Brazil! This high-energy concert brings the vibrant sounds of samba, bossa nova, and Afro-Brazilian jazz to life with the power and precision of the CJRO big band.
MAY 31
National Tap Dance Day | Arvada Center | 1pm. An entertaining and energetic afternoon of tap performances from active adult tap groups throughout Colorado. Since 2000, National Tap Dance Day has been dedicated to celebrating tap dance as an art form and as exercise for all ages and abilities.
JUNE
JUNE 2
Sourdough Bread Baking Workshop | Arvada Bread Barn | 10:30 am to 1:30pm. Learn how to bake your own sourdough bread at home.
Whiskey Blending Class | Talnua Distillery | 2pm to 4pm. Step into the role of blender for an afternoon of whiskey exploration and hands-on creativity. Guided by the Talnua team, you’ll taste through a range of unique whiskey components, learn how grain, barrel, proof, and age shape flavor, and build your own custom blend along the way.
JUNE 5
Lips & Laughs Pride Kick off with Talia Tucker and Lulu Krystals | Marmalade Lounge | 7pm. Celebrate the start of Pride Month at Marmalade Lounge with Lips & Laughs Pride Kickoff — a night of drag, cocktails, and camp featuring dazzling performances by Talia Tucker and Lulu Krystals.
Linda Perry: Let it Die Here Screening with Q&A and Acoustic Performance | Harkins Arvada | 7pm to 10pm. This film offers an intimate look at a vulnerable and courageous woman who dreams big, yet still struggles with the past and present, with fear, identity and family, as she grapples with the same big question we all do: Who am I?
JUNE 6
Open Barn | Happy Valley Children’s Ranch Preschool | 9am to 11am. Come be with the animals and play on the playground!
Lake Arbor Summer Kick Off Party | Lake Arbor Center Outdoor Pool Party | 11am to 3pm. Start the summer off right with a good old-fashioned neighborhood pool party at Lake Arbor Outdoor Pool. Enjoy 4 hours of exclusive pool time accompanied by events, games, raffles, a bounce house and more during this fun-filled day. Pre-registration: $10; day-of registration: $15 per person if space allows.
Arvada Summerfest | Ralston Park Addition | 11am to 4pm. Kick off summer in Arvada with live music, kids’ activities, and more!
Pitch, Play and Stay | Secrest Rec Center | 5pm to 9pm. Pack your tents, grab your gear, and spend the evening exploring the park, sharing stories, enjoying campfire treats, and soaking in the magic of sleeping under the open sky.
JUNE 7
Rescue Puppy Yoga | Pet Wants Olde Town | 10am to 11am. Puppy and pose and you might just find a new rescue friend!
JUNE 10
Party on the Platform | G Line Platform in Olde Town Arvada | 7am to 9am. The G Line returns to service every 15 minutes and we want to celebrate! Stop by for a complimentary grab-n-go breakfast from Snooze in Arvada (including coffee and fresh-made juices), get to know My Book Cellar and the Great Harvest Bakery and Cafe, and enjoy live music from Carlos Guitarlos. Also, be sure to register for an Arvada Prize pack (value $250)!
Wonderful Wednesday: Polynesian Dance Troupe | Clear Creek Valley Park | 10am to 12pm. Enjoy the songs, dances, and stories of the islands with the Rocky Mountain Polynesian Dance Troupe. This event features the Hyland Hills’ Rec N Roll truck and free Kona Ice while supplies last, courtesy of the Hyland Hills Foundation.
JUNE 12
Cactus Terrarium 101 Workshop | Sage Spade | 5pm to 6pm. In this intro-level terrarium workshop, you will learn how to make a small cacti terrarium or enclosed tropical terrarium (check dates offered on our website for class type). Participants must be 18 years or older, or those 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult. 1 ticket per participant.
Sunset Baby Goat Yoga | The Community Farm | 6:30pm. Experience a peaceful sunset with Baby Goat Yoga! Relax, stretch, and enjoy the calming presence of playful baby goats as the sun sets.
JUNE 13
Kid’s Fishing Contest | Arvada-Blunn Reservoir | 7am to 11am. Bring the kids out for some shore fishing! There will be prizes, trophies and raffles, too!
All-Out Summer Breeze | Stenger Sports Complex | 7am to 11am. Run/walk along the Van Bibber Trail in this Boulder Bolder qualifying event. This event also celebrates community and inclusion while also benefiting the Food Bank of the Rockies.
Neighborhood Walks | Danny Kendrick Park East | 8:30am to 9:30am. Neighborhood Walks provides an opportunity to get outside, learn about Arvada and connect with people in the community. This will result in creating a stronger and better place to live.
Drag Queen Story Time with Miss Shirley | Arvada Center | 10am. An accomplished storyteller, Miss Shirley uses stories to celebrate the diversity of our big, beautiful world through the glamorous art of drag. Miss Shirley leads an interactive storytime with questions, personal stories, and a special Q&A segment, “Ask the Drag Queen.” Guests will also have the chance to take photos with Miss Shirley, capturing the colorful vibe of Pride.
Allen House Research Archival Center | Historic Allen House | 11am to 2pm. The Arvada Historical Society is proud to invite our community to the free grand opening of the Allen House Library and Archival Center which will serve as a museum, research library and archival center for the entire community.
Margaritaville Pig Roast | Freedom Street Social | 4pm to 9pm. Chef Oscar and Chef Enrique go head-to-head, roasting whole pigs with all the island-style fixings. With a Jimmy Buffett tribute band playing all night, expect good eats, cold drinks, and zero worries.
Cars N Brews | Resolute Tap & Cellar | 4:30pm to 7pm. Take a pit stop and fuel your tank with some Resolute brews while checking out some sweet rides. Participants get $1 off your beer during the event! Bring your ride, your crew, and your love for a good time. It's more than a meet-up -- it's where the car community comes to hang.
Second Saturdays Summer Concert Series and Street Festival | Olde Town Arvada | 5pm to 9pm. Don’t miss bands on two stages, artisan vendors, food trucks, beverages and an awesome dedicated kids zone.
JUNE 14
Second Sunday Maker’s Market | Sage Spade | 10am to 1pm. Arvada’s can’t-miss mashup of local vendors, music, food trucks, and family fun! Held on the second Sunday of each month from June through September, this vibrant market features locally made goods, handmade crafts, art, jewelry, home décor, plants, gifts, and more from talented Colorado makers.
Summer Market | Common Barber Club | 1am to 3pm. Come enjoy food trucks, drinks, local vendors and some summer fun!
Madam Hair with the Denver Gay Men’s Chorus | Arvada Center | 3pm. Promising to be a high-energy show, Madam Hair celebrates the beauty and significance of hair – a vital part of gender expression, identity, and culture for many, especially within the LGBTQIA+ community.
Whiskey Tasting & Chocolate Pairing | Bluegrass Lounge Olde Town | 4pm to 6pm. Whiskey, chocolate, s’mores, and live music—join Denver&CO. at Bluegrass Lounge for a Sunday patio tasting experience.
JUNE 16
Summer Concert Series: Wicked Addicted Band | McIlvoy Park | 7pm to 8:30pm. Come out and enjoy rock and roll from the 70s, 80s and 90s, Bring a canned good for the Community Table. This is a free event.
JUNE 17
National Root Beer Day | Community Recreation Center | 9:30am to 11am. Sip, smile and socialize while enjoying classic root beer floats and refreshments while visiting with our community sponsors. We thank our Active Adult sponsors. Free, but advance registration is appreciated.
Roots & Rebellion: A Mermaid Walking Runway Experience | Mermaid Walking | 4:30pm to 6pm. Kick off summer with a night of bold fashion, fierce women, and unapologetic American spirit in the heart of Olde Town. Featuring local business owners, community leaders, creatives, and powerhouse women from right here in our own backyard, this event is all about celebrating the women who make our community stronger, brighter, kinder, and more alive.
Patio Sessions | School House Kitchen & Libations | 6pm to 8pm. Outdoor music series featuring a rotating performer on the 3rd Wednesday of every month. No cover. Enjoy great tunes, drink specials, and a relaxed evening outdoors.
DJ Night with Talia Tucker| Marmalade Lounge | 8pm. Eclectic sounds, danceable favorites, and late-night lounge energy. Grab a cocktail, settle into the vibe, and let the music carry you through the night.
JUNE 18
RuPaul’s Drag Race Trivia Night | Marmalade Lounge | 6pm to 8pm. Enjoy craft cocktails, compete for prizes, and celebrate with fellow Drag Race fans — all while supporting a great cause. All proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to The Center on Colfax in support of Colorado’s LGBTQ+ community.
Summer Concert Series: Dreamboat Annie | Clear Creek Valley Park | 7pm to 9pm. Hyland Hills Park and Recreation District’s annual Summer Concert Series returns! Bring your dancing shoes and a lawn chair or blanket. Food trucks will be on-site and we will have beer and water for sale.
Blackberry Smoke | Arvada Center | 7:30pm. Blackberry Smoke is a Georgia-based Southern rock band known for blending country, blues, and rock into gritty, soulful songs and high-energy live performances.
Don’t see anything on the summer calendar? Click here and check out the Events Calendar for more!
JUNE 20
Cars and Coffee | Fade it Golf and Social Club | 7:30am to 9:30am. Calling all gear heads: come get your coffee, donuts and car talk! Perfect way to start the weekend!
Beginner Macramé Workshop | Sage Spade | 10:30am to 12:30pm. This beginner-friendly macramé class is designed to introduce you to the art of knotting and create a beautiful handmade boho-style wall hanging piece to take home.
Movie Night | Fade it Golf + Social Club | 6pm. Bring your lawn chair and settle in for a Top Gun double feature in the parking lot.
Molly Tuttle | Arvada Center | 7:30pm. Molly Tuttle is a Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and virtuosic guitarist whose innovative blend of bluegrass, Americana, pop, and rock has made her one of the most dynamic artists in modern roots music.
JUNE 21
Father’s Day Classic | Start at Apex Center | 7:00am. It's an annual Father’s Day tradition in Arvada! All are welcome - walkers, joggers and speed demons, too! Swag includes t-shirts for ALL participants! The Fun Run is an untimed 1-mile out-and-back run/walk, and the MANLY MILE is open to men and is a TIMED race!
JUNE 24
Bike to Work Day | Colorado Tap House | 6:30am. Stop by this OFFICIAL stop on the map and get your swag, drink coupons and more! (Here’s the official map for Bike to Work Day)
JUNE 25
Summer Concert Series - Dizzy with a Dame | McIlvoy Park | 7pm to 8pm. Enjoy some Swing Jazz in the park! Bring a canned good to be collected for the Community Table. This is a FREE event.
JUNE 26
Morning Paddle Tour at Standley Lake | Majestic View Nature Center | 7am to 9am. Whether you are looking for a peaceful outing, a chance to meet new people, or simply want to be out on the water, we invite you to join our naturalist and mindfulness guides for a stand-up paddle boarding excursion.
Summer Concert Series - Magdo Music | Secrest Park | 9:30am to 11:15am. Featuring high-energy, interactive children’s music. This is a FREE EVENT.
Tipsy Terrarium Workshop - Tropical | Sage Spade | 5pm to 6pm. In this intro-level terrarium workshop you will learn how to make a small enclosed tropical terrarium or a small open cacti terrarium. Tipsy Terrarium classes are 1hr long and come with two drink coupons that can be traded for a variety of beer, seltzer, and wine selections. All participants must be above the age of 21 to participate. ID verification required at beginning of the workshop.
Pride Drag Show with Nelle Pastel and the Magical Supertragical Cabaret | Marmalade Lounge | 6pm. Expect an evening of high-energy performances, bold looks, unforgettable numbers, and all the glittering chaos you could want from a Pride celebration.
Gaelic Storm | Arvada Center | 7:30pm. Gaelic Storm take a boisterously rocking Celtic pub sound, add their own twist, and bring it to an international touring level.
JUNE 27
Fitness Expo | Colorado Tap House | 8:30am to 8:30pm. It's the 4th Annual Fitness Expo On Tap event! With various local fitness-related vendors, a free fun run 5k, free yoga, a Beer Mile Run, plus food trucks and LIVE MUSIC.... There's something for everyone!
Birding for Families | Majestic View Nature Center | 9am to 10pm. Bring the kids for this family birding excursion. We’ll walk at a kid’s pace while we look for birds, learn about their unique adaptations, and nurture a curiosity for the natural world in participants of all ages. Child-friendly binoculars will be available; register in advance to receive the location.
Pollinator Garden Tour | Majestic View Nature Center | 9am to 1pm. You can tour the gardens in any order and visit as many (or as few) as you like. Plan about 20 minutes per stop if you’d like to see all gardens. The tour concludes at Majestic View Nature Center, where participants who visit all gardens can collect a special prize.
Arvada Fire Fundraiser and Old Dodge Red Ale Release | Odyssey Beerwerks | 2pm. Join our local heroes from Arvada Fire for another year of celebrating their service and dedication to our community! There will be a silent auction benefitting the Arvada Firefighters Foundation with items from our friends around the community, and the legendary Old Dodge Fire Truck will be on display. Raise a pint and let's raise some money for our firefighters! This is a 21+ event.
JUNE 28
Pints & Poses | Arvada Beer Garden | 9:30am. $25 per person includes yoga class and 1 beverage. Spots go fast - sign up!
Elevate Markets Summer Series | Freedom Street Social | 12pm to 4pm. Come spend your afternoon enjoying: Local artisans & handmade goods. Great food & drinks, giveaways & prizes, and an awesome community vibe
Matteo Bocelli | Arvada Center | 7:30pm. With timeless elegance and modern swagger, Matteo Bocelli shows that romance and a beautiful voice never go out of style.
JULY
JULY 2
Nature Playdate | Majestic View Nature Center | 10am to 11am. Connect with your little ones in our Nature Explore Space. Try new activities or simply free-play in nature with wood cookies, forts, and more. Dress for the weather - outdoors only.
Flick Soccer Tournament | LUKI Brewery | 6pm to 8pm. Think you've got the touch? Test it out at LUKI's Biñho World Cup Tournament Series, where flick soccer glory, brewery bragging rights, and prizes are on the line. Whether you're a seasoned Biñho veteran or you've never flicked a ball before, this free tournament is open to anyone ready to compete.
Summer Concert Series - Littleton Station Band | McIlvoy Park | 7pm to 8:30pm. Bring a canned good to be collected for the Community Table. This is a FREE event.
JULY 3
Tipsy Terrarium Workshop - Cacti | Sage Spade | 5pm to 6pm. In this intro-level terrarium workshop, you will learn how to make a small cacti terrarium or enclosed tropical terrarium (check dates offered on our website for class type). Tipsy Terrarium classes are 1 hour long and come with a drink coupon that can be traded for a variety of beer, seltzer, wine, and non-alcoholic selections. All participants must be above the age of 21 to participate. ID verification is required at the beginning of the workshop.
JULY 4
Donut Hole Mile | Colorado Tap House | 10am. Kind of like a beer Mile but you eat progressively more donut holes before on each leg... 1 donut hole before the 1st quarter mile, 2 before the 2nd, 3 before you run your 3rd quarter mile and, of course, 4 right before you head out for the last leg of the mile for a grand total of 10 donut holes! Each runner will consume 5 glazed and 5 chocolate donut holes.
Kid’s Pre-Bash | Arvada Beer Garden | 11am to 4pm. Swing by before fireworks for face painting, tattoo station, coloring activites, bubbles and more kid fun!
4th of July Fireworks Display | Stenger Sports Complex | Gates open at 6:30pm, show starts around 9:15pm. Come enjoy Arvada’s fireworks display. Food trucks will be open, or you may bring your own grill. Please use the link to learn all rules and regulations.
JULY 5
Flick Soccer Tournament | LUKI Brewery | 6pm to 8pm. Think you've got the touch? Test it out at LUKI's Biñho World Cup Tournament Series, where flick soccer glory, brewery bragging rights, and prizes are on the line. Whether you're a seasoned Biñho veteran or you've never flicked a ball before, this free tournament is open to anyone ready to compete.
JULY 8
Nature Explorers for Kids (aged 2-5) | Majestic View Nature Center | 9am to 10am. Kids will explore nature, build confidence outdoors, and form peer connections, all while discovering the joy and wonder of the natural world around them
Wonderful Wednesday: Taiko | Clear Creek Valley Park | 10am to 12pm. Free mini-concerts designed for preschool through 3rd grade, every second Wednesday of the month! Thrill to the thunderous sounds of the traditional Japanese drum, the taiko. Toni Yagami brings an exciting “Matsuri” (Japanese festival) to the stage.
Comedy Night | Ralston Crossing | 7:30pm to 9pm. Join Slap Happy Entertainment and Phil Palisoul for a night of laughs.
JULY 9
Taste of Arvada | Apex Center | 5pm to 8pm. You know it's summer when it’s the Taste of Arvada! Enjoy a tasty evening where culinary creativity meets community celebration. Tickets go FAST, don’t wait to get yours!
Summer Concert Series: 5280s Band | Clear Creek Valley Park | 7pm to 9pm. Bring your dancing shoes and a lawn chair or blanket. Food trucks will be on-site, and we will have beer and water for sale.
Buena Vista Orchestra | Arvada Center | 7:30pm. The Buena Vista Orchestra is the world's foremost Cuban music repertory ensemble - featuring a revolving lineup of musicians from groups like The Buena Vista Social Club, AfroCuban All Stars, the bands of Celia Cruz, Omara Portuondo, Chucho Valdés, Willie Colón & more!
JULY 10
Flick Soccer Tournament | LUKI Brewery | 6pm to 8pm. Think you've got the touch? Test it out at LUKI's Biñho World Cup Tournament Series, where flick soccer glory, brewery bragging rights, and prizes are on the line. Whether you're a seasoned Biñho veteran or you've never flicked a ball before, this free tournament is open to anyone ready to compete.
Summer Concert Series: The Mango Brothers | Secrest Park | 6:30pm to 8pm. Featuring Caribbean, Island Vibes, Rock, Country at Secrest Park, 6:30-8 pm, followed by a showing of "Moana" (2016) in the park at dusk.
A Tribute to Arthur Fiedler and the Boston Pops | Arvada Center | 7:30pm. The Colorado Symphony celebrates the tradition of the Boston Pops summer concert with its exciting and accessible mix of light classics and popular hits!
JULY 11
Mountain Moments | Majestic View Nature Center | Monthly from 7am to 9am. Looking to start your day connecting with nature in the beauty of the Rocky Mountains? Join a guided hike that blends nature education and scenic exploration over an average of 2-3 miles, with chances for uneven terrain and moderate elevation gain. Locations will be shared with registered participants the week of to allow you to plan your drive. All hikes will be in Jefferson County.
Cars N Brews | Resolute Tap & Cellar | 4:30pm to 7pm. Take a pit stop and fuel your tank with some Resolute brews while checking out some sweet rides. Participants get $1 off your beer during the event! Bring your ride, your crew, and your love for a good time. It's more than a meet-up -- it's where the car community comes to hang.
Second Saturdays Summer Concert Series and Street Festival | Olde Town Arvada | 5pm to 9pm. Don’t miss bands on two stages, artisan vendors, food trucks, beverages and an awesome dedicated kids zone.
JULY 12
Second Sunday Maker’s Market | Sage Spade | 10am to 1pm. Arvada’s can’t-miss mashup of local vendors, music, food trucks, and family fun! Held on the second Sunday of each month from June through September, this vibrant market features locally made goods, handmade crafts, art, jewelry, home décor, plants, gifts, and more from talented Colorado makers.
Don’t see anything on the summer calendar? Click here and check out the Events Calendar for more!
JULY 15
Flick Soccer Tournament | LUKI Brewery | 6pm to 8pm. Think you've got the touch? Test it out at LUKI's Biñho World Cup Tournament Series, where flick soccer glory, brewery bragging rights, and prizes are on the line. Whether you're a seasoned Biñho veteran or you've never flicked a ball before, this free tournament is open to anyone ready to compete.
JULY 16
Guided Sunset Walk | Majestic View Nature Center | 7pm to 8pm. Sunset is a great time for exploring Arvada’s parks – you never know what wildlife you might see! Locations will vary; be sure to register in advance to receive an email with the meeting location.
JULY 17
Hoya 101: Re-poot & Soil Mixing Class | Sage Spade | 5pm to 6pm. This hands-on plant workshop is designed for both new and experienced Hoya lovers! During this workshop, you’ll dive into the essentials of creating the perfect soil mix, learn why high-quality soil is key to healthy growth, and discover the best techniques for potting, trellising, and caring for your Hoya.
Movies Around Town: Labyrinth | Terrace Park | 7:30pm. Get there early to enjoy live music before settling in to watch the movie on the giant inflatable screen. The movie will begin at dusk.
Astronomy Night: Gems of the Summer Sky | Majestic View Nature Center | 8pm to 10pm. Begin the evening with a night sky orientation (8-9 PM) - learn what celestial objects are visible, how to find them, and have a chance to ask your questions. Space is limited - registration required. Join us afterwards for a star party (9-10 PM) with telescopes in the garden, free and no registration required.
JULY 18
Pollinator Pals: Bees! | Majestic View Nature Center | 9am to 10:30am. Explore Colorado pollinators with family-friendly, hands-on activities and discover new insects and animals each month. In June we’ll focus on butterflies and moths, and in July we’ll explore bees.
Luau and Pig Roast | Colorado Tap House | 1pm. Enjoy a festive day of island-inspired fun featuring live music by Tribal Dantz at 1 PM, a Polynesian dancer at 3 PM, and a FREE silent disco from 5:45 to 8:45 PM. Feast on a $20 pig roast plate with BBQ beans, Hawaiian slaw, a sweet roll, and watermelon. Then sip on tropical favorites like piña coladas, mai tais, and pain killers - all at our Tiki Bar down in the games area, which will also have beer! And enjoy samples and swag from Bear Creek Distillery!
Colorado Jazz Concert with Veronica Swift | Arvada Center | 7:30pm to 10pm. The Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra big band welcomes international recording artist Veronica Swift to the Arvada Center Amphitheater.
Don’t see anything on the summer calendar? Click here and check out the Events Calendar for more!
JULY 23
Summer Concert Series: Brian Hornbuckle Band | McIlvoy Park | 7pm to 8:30pm. Brian Hornbuckle Band - Featuring Classic Rock, Variety. Bring a canned good for the Community Table. This is a FREE event.
JULY 24
Morning Paddle Tour at Standley Lake | Majestic View Nature Center | 7am to 9am. Whether you are looking for a peaceful outing, a chance to meet new people, or simply want to be out on the water, we invite you to join our naturalist and mindfulness guides for a stand-up paddle boarding excursion.
Summer Concert Series: Katherine Dines | Secrest Park | 9:30am to 10:15am. Perfect way to start a Friday with the kiddos! Award-winning Hunk-Ta-Bunk-Ta Music.
JULY 25
Birding for Families | Majestic View Nature Center | 9am to 10pm. Bring the kids for this family birding excursion. We’ll walk at a kid’s pace while we look for birds, learn about their unique adaptations, and nurture a curiosity for the natural world in participants of all ages. Child-friendly binoculars will be available; register in advance to receive the location
Tropical Terrarium 101 Workshop | Sage Spade | 2pm to 3pm. In this intro-level terrarium workshop, you will learn how to make a small enclosed tropical terrarium or open air cacti terrarium (check dates offered on our website). Participants must be 18 years or older, or if underage, must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 1 ticket per participant.
Christmas in July: Wreath Making Workshop | Mirror Image Arts | 6pm to 8pm. Get crafty this summer and make your own festive wreath with all winter and holiday materials provided! Bring a friend for a BOGO Half Off!
Dogs in a Pile | Arvada Center | 7:30pm. Dogs In A Pile, a band of five twenty-somethings with old souls and limitless chops, is waking people up to the timeless and ineffable joys of psychedelic-tinged jazz-funk rock n’ roll.
JULY 26
America’s Summer Pop-Up | Freedom Street Social | 12pm to 4pm. An afternoon of shopping, food, drinks, and summer fun at Freedom Street Social! 🛍️ Shop Local Vendors & Artisans 🍺 Craft Beer & Cocktails 🍔 Delicious Food Options ☀️ Summer Vibes 🎟️ FREE Admission
Brooks Robertson Rocky Mountain Guitar Camp | Hilton Garden Inn Arvada | 7pm to 12am. A night of music including hauntingly beautiful compositions, country rhythms and jazzy harmonies with funky licks into his very own art form – sometimes delivered with a punch, sometimes with a smile
JULY 31
Kokedama Workshop | Sage Spade | 5pm to 6pm. Learn the ancient Japanese art of kokedama! This beautiful bonsai-inspired plant technique contains a plant’s root system into a living moss ball. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to create your own tropical plant kokedama from start to finish. We’ll guide you through shaping the soil, wrapping and securing the moss, and assembling a balanced, healthy plant that you’ll take home with you.
Mozart Under Moonlight | Arvada Center | 7:30pm. The Colorado Symphony presents "Mozart Under Moonlight" at the Arvada Center for one night only. Associate Conductor Wilbur Lin leads the orchestra on a glorious evening celebrating one of the most revered composers of all time.
AUGUST
AUGUST 1
Special Figures: A Two-Day Blade Control Mastery Workshop | Apex Center Ice Rink (East Building Entrance) | August 1-2 8:30am to 1pm. A two-day workshop on the art and roots of ice skating for better blade control and advanced skating creativity, perfect for beginners, elite skaters and hockey skaters.
150 Day 5k | Colorado Tap House | 9am. A 5k-ish, fun run event that starts and ends at Colorado Tap House in Arvada. Run, walk, jog - whatever goes! Complete the course and celebrate with FREE, local craft brew at the finish line.
AUGUST 4
Andy Grammer | Arvada Center | 7:30pm. Don’t miss this upbeat outdoor amphitheater show featuring his hit-filled pop set and uplifting energy, part of his 2026 tour with special guest Walk Off the Earth.
AUGUST 5
Comedy Night | Ralston Crossing | 7:30pm to 9pm. Winner of the Laughing Skull Comedy Festival, the Laughlin Laughfest and the Big Sky Comedy Festival, John Novosad is a powerhouse who constantly surprises. This is a 21+ event
AUGUST 6
Summer Concert Series: izCALLi | Clear Creek Valley Park | 7pm to 9pm. Bring your dancing shoes and a lawn chair or blanket. Food trucks will be on-site and we will have beer and water for sale.
AUGUST 7
Petals & Paint: A Floral Themed Sip and Paint | Star Acres Flower Farm | 8am to 10am. A fun and relaxed outdoor acrylic painting class located at the beautiful Star Acres Flower Farm in Arvada, CO. We will be using acrylic paints to create a floral-themed painting on canvas board. Final painting will measure 8"x10".
AUGUST 8
All-Out Runapalooza | Colorado Tap House | 7am to 11am. All Out Runapalooza is a lively summer running event in Arvada featuring 5K, 10K, and half-marathon races along the scenic Ralston Creek Trail, combining outdoor fitness, community spirit, and picturesque Colorado views.
Bath Bomb Workshop | Sage Spade | 4pm to 5:30pm. In this hands-on class, you’ll discover how to blend essential oils, natural clay colors, and easy-to-find ingredients to create self-care or gifts. ✔ All materials provided - just show up! ✔ Step-by-step instruction - We will model for you and ingredients are pre-measured ✔ Take home your custom creations that day - 4 bath bursts ✔ additional kits available for discounted purchase to do with friends at another time
Cars N Brews | Resolute Tap & Cellar | 4:30pm to 7pm. Take a pit stop and fuel your tank with some Resolute brews while checking out some sweet rides. Participants get $1 off your beer during the event! Bring your ride, your crew, and your love for a good time. It's more than a meet-up -- it's where the car community comes to hang.
Olde Town Whiskey Fest | 57th St. between Olde Wads and Webster St. | 5pm to 9:30pm. 🎶 Enjoy live music, 🍔 local foods, and 🛍️ artisan vendors. Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or new to the world of whiskey, there's something here for everyone.
Second Saturdays Summer Concert Series and Street Festival | Olde Town Arvada | 5pm to 9pm. Don’t miss bands on two stages, artisan vendors, food trucks, beverages and an awesome dedicated kids zone.
Denver Brass | Arvada Center | 7:30pm. Come to the Arvada Center for a high-energy patriotic performance blending powerful brass, vocals, and bagpipes to celebrate American and Colorado heritage with vibrant, crowd-pleasing music.
AUGUST 9
Community Farm Day | Colorado Tap House | 9am to 1pm. Support the Community farm with games, races, photos, come meet the animals and more!
Second Sunday Maker’s Market | Sage Spade | 10am to 1pm. Arvada’s can’t-miss mashup of local vendors, music, food trucks, and family fun! Held on the second Sunday of each month from June through September, this vibrant market features locally made goods, handmade crafts, art, jewelry, home décor, plants, gifts, and more from talented Colorado makers.
AUGUST 11
Toad the Wet Sprocket | Arvada Center | 7:30pm. A nostalgic outdoor show celebrating their 40th anniversary with an intimate, acoustic-driven set of classic hits and deep cuts, joined by special guest Augustana.
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AUGUST 14
Grateful Drag | Arvada Center | 7:30pm. Equal parts jam-band devotion and queer joy, BERTHA has first-timers and Deadheads alike waving that flag wide and bi.
AUGUST 15
Cactus Terrarium 101 Workshop | Sage Spade | 2pm to 3pm. In this intro-level terrarium workshop, you will learn how to make a small cacti terrarium. Participants must be 18 years or older, or those 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult. 1 ticket per participant.
Moore Magic | Method & Muse Spirits | 7pm. This fantastic adventure “astounds audiences with wily escapes, illusions and a splash of humor” (Minneapolis Star Tribune). You’re in for a “delightful time of surprises” (Trip Advisor) that’s adult-smart and family-friendly.
Youder Mountain String Band | Arvada Center | 7:30pm. Colorado-based progressive bluegrass (or “jamgrass”) band known for blending traditional acoustic sounds with improvisational rock influences and energetic live performances.
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AUGUST 21
Movies Around Town: Little Shop of Horrors | West Woods Park | 7pm. Get there early to enjoy live music before settling in to watch the movie on the giant inflatable screen. The movie will begin at dusk.
Tower of Power | Arvada Center | 7:30pm. Legendary Oakland-based funk and soul band known for its powerful horn section, tight grooves, and decades of high-energy performances blending R&B, jazz, and funk.
AUGUST 22
Candelas Fest | Candelas Point | 2pm to 7pm. Annual community event with food, local vendors, family-oriented activities, bounce house, face painting, climbing wall, rides, fire trucks and police cars and more!
Cactus 101: Re-Pot & Soil Mixing Class | Sage Spade | 2pm to 3pm. A hands-on class designed to teach you the essentials of cactus care, repotting, and soil mixing. Whether you’re new to cacti or looking to build confidence caring for succulents, this beginner-friendly workshop will give you the skills you need to keep your desert plant collection thriving.
AUGUST 23
Pints & Pups Dog Expo with the Bark n’ Bolt 1k | Colorado Tap House | 10am. It’s the annual PINTS & PUPS event! There will be dog-themed businesses right here from Arvada in our annual doggie expo. Bring the whole family, Fido and all, for doggy swag giveaways, live music, and the Bark n Bolt 1k and more! When you bring your four-legged friend, save $2 on one of our menu items from beer to coffee, or breakfast to cinnamon rolls! Don't miss: Doggie Costume Contest! Dress up your pup for a chance to win in different categories.
AUGUST 28
Tipsy Terrarium Workshop - Tropical | Sage Spade | 5pm to 6pm. In this intro-level terrarium workshop you will learn how to make a small enclosed tropical terrarium or a small open cacti terrarium. Tipsy Terrarium classes are 1hr long and come with two drink coupons that can be traded for a variety of beer, seltzer, and wine selections. All participants must be above the age of 21 to participate. ID verification required at beginning of the workshop.
AUGUST 29
St. Bernard Rescue Meet and Greet | Colorado Tap House | 1pm to 4pm. Come meet some dogs, bid on some silent auction items and maybe meet your new furry BFF!
Preservation Hall Jazz Band | Arvada Center | 7:30pm. Legendary New Orleans ensemble dedicated to preserving and celebrating traditional jazz through spirited performances rooted in the city’s rich musical heritage.