jewelry, metalwork, photography and sculpture. The music continues on Saturday and Sunday
until 10 p.m., so grab a cool beverage and spend a hot summer night at Cherry Creek.
Colorado Dragon Boat Festival
Sloan’s Lake • 303-722-6852 • www.coloradodragonboat.org
A celebration of Asian culture that includes a race of ornate dragon boats on the
second day.
Denver Black Arts Festival
Lawson (Sonny) Park • 303-860-0040 • www.denbaf.org
Learn about all forms of African American culture through artwork, ethnic foods, drum and
drill teams, steppin’, oral storytelling and African, Caribbean and modern dance.
Erie Brewfest
Old Town Erie • 303-828-3440 • www.eriechamber.org
Join local and regional brewers for an afternoon of tasty drinks and spectacular music.
Independence Day Celebration
Four Mile Historic Park • 303-399-1859 • www.fourmilepark.org
An old-fashioned Fourth of July is enjoyed in Denver’s living history park with music from
the Denver Concert Band, visits from historical figures, food and rides in horse-drawn
carriages.
AUGUST
Adams County Fair & Rodeo
Adams County Regional Park • Brighton • www.adamscountyfair.com
Held the first weekend in August, the fair includes rodeos, artisans and top-name musicians.
Colorado Scottish Festival & Rocky Mountain Highland Games
Highland Heritage Park • Highlands Ranch • 303-238-6524 • www.scottishgames.org
Highland games, dances, bagpipes and all things Scottish are enjoyed at this annual
festival.
Denver County Fair
National Western Complex • 303-308-9345 • www.denvercountyfair.org
Live animals, food and pet competitions, and a variety of entertainment pavilions await you.
Denver Restaurant Week
Downtown & surrounding neighborhoods • 303-571-9436 • www.denverrestaurantweek.com
Denver Restaurant Week is a two-week celebration of the culinary scene in Denver, one
week in the spring and one in the summer. Participating restaurants will offer a multi-course
dinner for the fixed price of $60 for two, or $30 for one (not including tax or gratuity).
Douglas County Fair and Rodeo
Douglas County Fairgrounds • Castle Rock • 303-688-4597 • www.douglas.co.us/eventscenter
This traditional county fair has food vendors, game booths, entertainment, rides and
a rodeo.
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