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How to Summer in Arvada 2023

Summer is here and we could not be more excited! In Arvada, this is our absolute favorite time of the year and we can’t wait to see you sippin’, swimmin’, cyclin’, relaxin’, movie watchin’ and so much more right here in our beautiful community.
We simply can’t wait to see you!
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2023 How to Summer in Arvada Guide

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The Three Best Hikes In Arvada

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Four Ways to Join the Fun at the Arvada Center

ALL SUMMER LONG

Yoga in the Park | Saturdays, June 3 – August 26 | McIlovy Park, 5750 Upham St. | 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Olde Town Arvada Second Saturdays Summer Concert Series & Street Festival | Olde Town Arvada | 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm | Groovy bands, 2 stages, artisan vendors, food, drinks, kid zone and more!

Olde Town Arvada Farmers Market | NE Corner of 57th and Old Wadsworth | Sundays, June 4 – October 1 | 9:00 am – 1:30 pm

Meditations in Nature | Majestic View Nature Center | Wednesdays 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm

Majestic View Nature Center | Get out and enjoy nature! Events and programming ongoing, fun for all ages

Apex Park & Recreation District | Indoor water park, splash pad & fun events

Apex's Summer Concert Series | McIlvoy Park | Thursday Nights: June 22, 29, July 6, 13, 20 | 7:00 pm

Arvada Center 2023 Summer Concert Series | June – September | See calendar for artists and start times

Bike Friendly Arvada Bike Ride | June 3, 17, 25 | July 8, 16, 29 | August 5, 19, 26 | Various starting locations

Ralston Central Splash Pad | Memorial Day - Labor Day | 10:00 am to 8:00 pm daily
Olde Town Water Fountain | May 27 - September 30 | 9-11am | 12-2pm | 4-6pm | 8-10pm


LIVE MUSIC

There is no better way to spend a summer night than with a little live music to set the mood. The businesses listed below are featuring live performances this summer (indoors and on patios!). Check their event calendars for more information. 

Olde Town Arvada: The Bluegrass Coffee & Bourbon Lounge | Silver Vines Winery | Mangiami | La Dolce Vita | Flights Wine Cafe
Around Arvada:
Arvada Center Summer Concert Series | Rockabillies | Lot One | Freedom Street Social


JUNE

June 16: Movies Around Town: Field of Dreams | Wood Run Park | Showtime at dusk

June 10: Second Saturdays Summer Concert Series and Street Festival | Olde Town Arvada | 5:00 pm

June 22: World’s Largest Swim Lesson | Apex Center Pool | 9:00 am

June 24: Ninja Nation Course Challenge | APEX Recreation Center | 8:30 am

June 24: Arvada on Tap | Ralston Recreation Center | 12:00 pm | This event is 21+

JULY

July 4: Independence Day Fireworks | Stenger Soccer Complex | 7:00 pm

July 7 & 21: Children's Friday Morning Series | Family-friendly concerts | McIlvoy Park | 9:30 am

July 8: Fitz Fest | Apex Recreation Center | 10:00 am

July 8: Second Saturdays Summer Concert Series and Street Festival | Olde Town Arvada | 5:00 pm

July 13: Taste of Arvada | Apex Recreation Center | 6:00 pm

July 14: Movies Around Town: Top Gun Maverick | Homestead Park | Showtime at dusk.

July 23: Kids TRYathalon | Apex Recreation Center | 7:00 am | Registration required


AUGUST

August 5: Pollinator Garden Tour | Majestic View Nature Center | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

August 11: Movies Around Town: School of Rock | Griffith Station Park | Showtime at dusk

August 12: Second Saturdays Summer

Concert Series and Street Festival | Olde Town Arvada

August 19: Arvada Days | Clear Creek Park


GETTING HERE & PARKING

Take the G-Line from Union Station or
FREE Parking at The Hub!

You can also check out the new Parking Finder! Get real-time information about what spots are available, what the cost is and more!

Keep Up with Arvada All Summer

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