Arts & Entertainment

Parker Quest

September 10, 2023 By Chrissy

Imagine that it is a summer day in Old Town Parker and you have just arrived on the train that once wended its way along present-day Mainstreet.

Parker Quest 2023

Explore the history of Parker with this easily walkable tour on our TravelStorys app. We’ll be there to guide you and to show you around our museum when you reach the Schoolhouse at Mainstreet. You’ll learn about pioneer life, the stagecoach, and the old railroad while hearing the stories of our town’s first settlers. Follow the story narrated by former mayor Mike Waid and be among the first to view never-before-seen photos of historic spots.

Sep 16, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

O’Brien Park, 10795 Victorian Dr, Parker, CO 80138, USA

Kids and adults alike will have FREE fun while connecting with Parker’s history!

O'Brien Park parker co mainstreet colorado — Obrien Park

The TravelStorys app works with GPS on your smartphone. Download it from the Apple App Store or Google Play. As you walk the tour, you’ll have access to images from the past and superb narration by Mike Waid. It will also give you access to other fascinating tours across Colorado and the nation.

This event is fun and free for people of all ages.

This family-friendly trek is FREE and interactive, with costumed characters to talk to, hands-on displays, crafts, and giveaways. You will have a map to lead you on your hour-long quest, but we will also have guides to help you along the way.

This is a collaboration between Parker Area Historical Society and Parker Arts. Pre-registration is required. RSVP HERE

Annual Brew Tour at Douglas County Libraries Celebrates Community

August 25, 2023 By Chrissy

Douglas County Libraries’ Annual Brew Tour is Underway!

It offers a unique way for the community to come together and celebrate over shared passions: books and brews. The tour runs through September 30 and includes 15 Douglas County craft breweries and coffee shops, as well as exclusive events at select partner and library locations.

Throughout the Brew Tour, residents can experience the library at locations outside of Douglas County Libraries while also supporting local businesses.

“We have a few new partners this year and are doing more events, over double what we did in 2022c1” “We’ve also added a new event for 2023, the Power Hour, which is a pop-up event at select breweries and coffee shops that helps tour participants accumulate more points toward prizes.”
Kerri Morgan, Special Events Manager with Douglas County Libraries

Brew tour participants earn prizes by logging visits to the different partner establishments during August and September, and they are automatically entered into the library’s Grand Prize drawing for a Happy Brew Year, consisting of one premium insulated growler with a booklet of fills from partner breweries. They can also earn points toward prizes by attending exclusive Brew Tour events, like literary trivia, books and authors bingo, beer games, and books and brew pairings.

The library’s first event on August 4 at its Highlands Ranch location had teams of guests ages 21-plus competing in a literary scavenger hunt. Brew Tour partner Burly Brewing of Castle Rock poured craft brews during the event.

Participating in the Brew Tour is free and no purchase is required. For more information and to sign up, visit DCL.org/brew-tour. Must be 18 or older to participate, and 21 or older to consume alcohol.

Brew Tour Partners

3 Freaks Brewery, Highlands Ranch

105 West Brewing Company, Castle Rock

Barnett & Son Brewing Co., Parker

Burly Brewing Company, Castle Rock

Castle Rock Collective Coffee, Castle Rock

Crowfoot Valley Coffee, Castle Rock

Deja Brew Coffee, Parker

Downhill Brewing, Parker

Festive Cup Coffee and Boutique, Highlands Ranch

Fiction Beer Company, Parker

Fika Coffee House, Parker

Iron Mule Brewery, Castle Rock

Living the Dream Brewing Company, Littleton

Lone Tree Brewing Company, Lone Tree

Monk & Mongoose Coffee Co., Lone Tree

Douglas County Libraries elevates our community by inspiring a love of reading, discovery and connection.

Same great local microbrews, better music, and more food trucks this year!

VIP sold out! A limited number of GA tickets are available! We will NOT sell on the day of the event.

* 40 Breweries; unlimited samples

* Food Trucks

* Live Music

* Corn Hole

2024 Parker Brewfest TBA

www.parkerbrewfest.com

August 2024

Downtown Parker, Colorado | O’Brien Park

LIST OF PAST BREWERIES AT PARKER BREWFEST

105 West Brewing Company (Castle Rock)
– Deez Nuts (Hazelnut and peanut butter pale ale)
– Rocky Mountain Juice (East Coast IPAs have less bitterness, is turbid with loads of fruity hops. Pineapple, Candy, Peach, Tropical Fruit!)
14er Brewing Company (Denver)
– Mt Massive IPA
– Maroon Bells Tropical Ale
– Rocky Mtn Saison
4 Noses Brewing Company (Broomfield)
Barnett & Son Brewing Co. (Parker)
-Blueberry Ale
-Twenty Mile Rye Pale Ale
-Saison
-Berliner Weisse
-El Gizmito Salted Lime AleBlack Project Spontaneous & Wild Ales (Denver)
– IVY BELLS – Fruit Punch Blended Sour
– ATLAS/THOR – Black Currant and Plum Sour Red
Blue Spruce Brewing (Centennial)
Brewability Lab (Denver)
– Strawberry Blonde
– Ginger Lime Saison
Bristol Brewing (Colorado Springs)
– Beehive American Wheat Ale
– Laughing Lab Scottish Ale
– Compass IPA
Burly Brewing (Castle Rock)
Castle Rock Beer Co. (Castle Rock)
Cerberus Brewing Co. (Colorado Springs)
Dad & Dude’s Breweria (Aurora)
Declaration Brewing
Downhill Brewing (Parker)- Plum/Orange Saison
– Peanut Butter Brown Ale
Dueces Wild Brewery (Colorado Springs)
– Blood Orange Pale Ale
– Banana Hammock Hefeweizen
FERMÆNTRA (Denver)
Fossil Craft Beer (Colorado Springs)
Grist Brewing Company (Highlands Ranch & Lone Tree)
Halfpenny Brewing Company (Centennial)
Horse & Dragon Brewing Company (Ft. Collins)
Intrepid Sojourner Beer Project
Launch Pad Brewery
Little Machine Beer (Denver)
– Razz Against the Machine a Tart Raspberry Beer ( This beer has won Silver at World Beer Cup in 2016 and 2018, and gold at GABF in 2017).
– YAFI IPA
Living The Dream (Highlands Ranch)
Locavore (Littleton)
Lone Tree Brewing Company (Lone Tree)
Mountain Cowboy (Frederick)
New Image Brewing Company (Arvada)
– Pay It Foward Double Dry Hopped Pale Ale
Odell (Fort Collins)
– Drumroll American Pale Ale
– Oktoberfest
– Cloud Catcher Milkshake IPA
– Colorado Lager
– Rupture Fresh Grind Ale
– St Lupulin Extra Pale Ale
Paradox (Divide)
Peak to Peak Tap & Brew (Aurora)
Platte Park (Denver)
– Madagascar Dream, Vanilla Cream Ale ( Nitro)
– Hop Religion, Double IPA
Resolute Brewing Company (Centennial)
– Fluffy The Lemon Slayer- Milkshake Sour
– Spruce Willis- Spruce Tip Marzen
– Hefeweizen
– Transparently Trendy- NE IPA
River North (Denver)
– River North White
– FarmHouse
– Pils
– Colorado IPA
– Mountain Haze
– 2017 Whiskey Barrel Quandary
Rockyard Brewing (Castle Rock)
SKA (Durango)
– Berliner Weiss
– Rue B SoHo Grapefruit Lager
Someplace Else (Arvada)
– Rebel Rasberry Cream Ale
– Spock’s Brain IPA
STEM Cider (Denver)
Talbott’s Cider (Palisade)
– Colo-Mosa (premixed mimosa cocktail)
– Summer Sunset (Palisade Peach)
The Old Mine (Erie)
– Handlebar Hard Cider is the genre-busting beverage that put us on the map. Drinking Handlebar is like biting into a fresh, crisp apple right off the tree. It begins with a burst of refreshing sweetness, opens up into wholesome apple goodness, and finishes with a hint of tartness from the apple skin. Some call Handlebar “apple juice for adults”. But at 6.8 percent ABV, you might not want to drink it for breakfast the way you used to (or maybe you do. We don’t judge). Handlebar is our flagship and is changing the way people think about cider. – Hopped Up is Handlebar that is dry hopped with organic Citra Hops to bring out the aromatic fruitiness of the apples. It is citrusy with a burst of bright fruit flavor. It is the perfect blend of crisp and delicious and still 100% gluten-free. With the hoppy familiarity of an IPA and the fruity nose of a Sauvignon Blanc, it is truly the best of both worlds and what some call “the best-tasting
cider in Colorado.
Two22 Brew
Verboten (Loveland)- Somebody to Love, Brut IPA
– Anybody Want a Peanut?, Peanut Butter and Jelly Ale
– Run By Fruiting, Indian Lassi Smoothie Sour with Guava and Cardamom
Welcome Home Brewery (Parker)- Caramel Corn Cream Ale
– Cool Wheat (American Wheat Beer
Wibby Brewing (Longmont)
– Lightshine Helles
– Lightshine Radler
– Wibby IPL
– Moondoor Dunkel
Woods Boss (Denver)- The Oswald NEIPA: super fruity bomb hazy ipa. 7.1%abv
– Fruity Flash: kettle sour aged on prickly pear and passion fruit. 5.5%abv
– Start N Ealry: American lager with mandarina Bavaria hops. : 5.2%
– Swede Hook: American Porter brewed with itty bitty amounts of vanilla and orange peel. 4.7%

Food Trucks:

Golden Toad
Cheffin’s Cheesesteaks & Cubano’s

Douglas County BrewPub Tour

Colorado is Craft Beer Country and Parker boasts not one but three local brewpubs with several of the bars & restaurants also serving local beers on tap.

Parker CO BrewPubs

Down Hill Brewing fka Elk Mountain Brewery
18921 E Plaza Dr # 104,
Parker CO
(303) 805-2739

Down Hill has added their own pizza kitchen and the pizza is delicious! We highly recommend trying the peanut butter beer & the sour!

Barnett and Son
18425 Pony Express Dr, Parker, CO 80134
(720) 420-0462

Barnett and Son have a lovely outdoor patio as well as indoor seating. No food is served but you can bring in your own and food trucks are on hand on weekends.

Hall Brewing Company
Brewed in Colorado but doesn’t currently have a tasting location
Available at local liquor stores

Lone Tree Brew Pubs

Lone Tree Brewing Company
8200 Park Meadows Drive, Suite 8222
Lone Tree, CO 80124
Phone: (303) 792-5822

Yard House
8437 Park Meadows Center Drive
Lone Tree, CO 80124
303-790-7453

Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery
9627 E County Line Rd
Centennial, CO
(303) 792-9090

Castle Rock Brew Pubs

Wild Blue Yonder Brewing Co. – Family Friendly

Located on the Main Street of Castle Rock at 519 Wilcox St, Wild Blue Yonder Brewing strives to offer a wide range of meticulously crafted beer styles from the classic and simple to more adventurous modern interpretations. All of the beer is brewed on-site in small batches by Head Brewer Garet Clever. They also have cider, wine, and cocktails for those in your party that aren’t beer drinkers as well as a full menu of delicious food.
The outdoor beer garden is perfect for an event, a Girl’s Night Out, a Family Reunion, or a regular Thursday.
Wild Blue Yonder Brewing Company
519 Wilcox St, Castle Rock, CO 80104
(303) 814-3663

105 West Brewing Company
Know for the Deez Nuts Peanut Butter Hazelnut beer but everything they brew is delicious! Outdoor seating with a firepit & excellent food trucks every night.
1043 Park St., Castle Rock, CO 80109
(303) 325-7321

Burly Brewing Company
A huge variety of brews to try, a great tasting room with outdoor seating, and a food truck schedule on their Facebook page.
680 Atchison Way Suite 800, Castle Rock, CO 80109
(720) 486-0541

Astro Tap House
Beer here is sold by the ounce
3911 Ambrosia St, Castle Rock, CO 80109
(720) 344-6979

Iron Mule Brewery – Food Trucks
514 Perry St., Castle Rock, CO 80109
(720)328-9008

Rock Yard Brewing Company – Full Menu
880 Castleton Rd, Castle Rock, CO 80109
(303) 814-9273

Highlands Ranch Brew Pubs

Grist Brewing Company
9150 Commerce Center Cir., Ste 300
Highlands Ranch, CO 80129
(720) 360-4782

3 Freaks Brewery
7140 E. County Line Rd., Highlands Ranch
(720) 360-4782

Other nearby breweries include:

Not in Douglas County but just down Parker Road

Dry Dock Brewing
15110 E Hampden Ave
Aurora, CO 80014
(303) 400-5606

Living the Dream Brewing Company – 12305 N. Dumont Way, Littleton

Resolute Brewing 7286 S Yosemite St #110, Centennial, CO 80112 (720) 722-1238

Tap Houses with Food

2 Penguins 13065 E Briarwood Ave, Centennial, CO 80112 (303) 792-0310.
This location serves 30-40 different local brews on tap and also has events and delicious food on site.
~~Maddie’s Biergarten 330 Third St, Castle Rock, CO 80104 (303) 663-5073~~
Permanently Closed.

Art in the Park O’Brien Park Parker CO 2023

August 25, 2023 By Chrissy

Art in the Park sponsored by the Parker Artists Guild is back for 2023

August 26 from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm

August 27 from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm.

O’Brien Park
Parker & Mainstreet
Parker CO, 80134

Admission is FREE!

Many art forms will be represented including:

painting in a wide variety of media,
drawing,
pastels,
pottery,
jewelry,
photography,
woodworking,
glass,
sculpture and more.

This is a family-friendly event with things for the kids to do including a face painting booth (for a small charge) and a children’s art station where kids can create their own art projects. There will also be music and food.

The art show is sponsored by the Parker Artists Guild (PAG), a registered 501c(3) non-profit organization

PAG was formed in 2001 and has grown to about 200 members this year. The mission of the Parker Artist Guild is to advance the development of fine arts in the community. To accomplish this the Guild offers instructional demonstrations, workshops, and opportunities to promote all forms of fine art.

PAG sponsors a variety of art education workshops, exhibits, events, and scholarships. PAG members are from Parker, Castle Rock, Aurora, Highlands Ranch, Douglas and Elbert Counties and the south metro area. Membership is open to all media artists.

The art show is sponsored by the Parker Artists Guild (PAG) of Parker. PAG membership includes artists from Parker, Castle Rock, Aurora, Highlands Ranch, Douglas and Elbert County and the south metro area.

Membership is open to all media. PAG was formed in 2001 and has grown to about 200 members this year. Our mission is to promote the visual arts and raise awareness of local artists in the community. PAG sponsors a variety of art education workshops, exhibits, culture events and Kid’s Kulture. For more information about PAG and Art in the Park visit www.ParkerArtistsGuild.com.

For more information about the event and the Parker Artists Guild, please visit www.parkerartistsguild.com

Art Resources

Wine Walks on Mainstreet Parker Colorado 2023

August 25, 2023 By Chrissy

Downtown Parker Wine Walk is back this summer thanks to the Parker Chamber of Commerce and the local businesses.

The Chamber has canceled its Wine Walk events for July & August of 2023

In order to implement important changes to strengthen compliance with state and local requirements governing events with alcohol.

The Parker Chamber of Commerce’s summer Wine Walk events are an economic driver for Downtown Parker. More than two dozen participating merchants use the five annual Wine Walks to build relationships with new customers and draw attention to their products and services. Wine Walks are also wonderful community events, each bringing nearly 1,000 individuals for a fun night out in Parker.

A complaint was filed with the State Liquor Enforcement Division against the most recent Wine Walk event. Specifically, there is work to be done to better control the consumption of wine inside participating businesses and off streets, sidewalks, and other public areas. This pause gives us an opportunity to make some proactive changes that will make future events safer and more compliant with state and local requirements.

We will be using this time to meet with each participating member business to review requirements, evaluate troublesome areas, and fix what needs fixing. At our next Wine Walk, you’ll notice more volunteers, more signage, and more controlled areas for our participating member businesses.

We want Wine Walks to be the fantastic, fun community event you’ve come to expect. We look forward to welcoming you to a new and improved Wine Walk event on Friday, August 25.

Thank you for your patience as we work this out. If you are someone who comes to Wine Walk, thank you. As we move forward, we will be asking you to help us stay compliant by only consuming wine inside the participating locations.

Thank you to our participating members, exhibitors, sponsors, and volunteers. Your partnerships with us are critical. Thank you also to the Town of Parker staff for their assistance.

Those who have purchased tickets to the July event will be contacted for refunds or credits to future events immediately. Participating businesses will be contacted shortly by our staff to set up meetings to prepare us for August. Exhibitors, sponsors, and other partners will also be hearing from our staff, as well.

Thank you for your support of the Parker Chamber of Commerce.

The Wine Walk is a very popular way for long-time residents to meet new neighbors and new residents to make friends and learn about the wonderful restaurants and shops that are kind enough to share a taste of wine and open their doors for this monthly event.

Held on Last Fridays throughout the warm season

Parker Wine Walk Dates 2023

Fourth or last Friday of the Month from 5-8 p.m. (see dates below)

Downtown Parker Wine Walks will take place June through September this year. Purchase a souvenir wine glass for $25 online or $30 at the door and enjoy wine samples provided by participating Parker Chamber merchants. Learn more about their business while sipping and shopping and exploring Downtown Parker.

Whether you are new to the area or just want a fun night out, this is the event for you!
You MUST be 21 years of age or older to participate.

TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE and NON TRANSFERABLE
WINE WALKS TAKE PLACE RAIN OR SHINE!

2023 Wine Walk Dates

Friday, May 26th CLICK TO BUY TICKETS
Friday, June 30th CLICK TO BUY TICKETS
Friday, July 28th CLICK TO BUY TICKETS CANCELLED
Friday, Aug 25th CLICK TO BUY TICKETS
Friday, Sept 29th CLICK TO BUY TICKETS

Each participant will receive a wine-tasting glass and 10 tasting coupons, plus a list of participating businesses.

We look forward to seeing you at Parker’s best summer event!

$25 in advance, $30 at the door. No refunds. Must be 21+.

Sponsorships and exhibitor spaces are available.

Tickets are available at the Parker Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center. Parker Station Building 19751 E Mainstreet – Suite R16 Parker, CO 80138

Drivers! Be prepared for lots of people crossing the streets and keep your speed down and your eyes wide open!

If you are part of a non-profit, contact the chamber for opportunities to work the event and receive part of the proceeds.

The Parker Wine Walks are another Parker Chamber of Commerce SIGNATURE Event. PLEASE be appreciative to those who are participating and follow the rules.

Council of Arts Science and Culture

January 31, 2023 By Chrissy

CASC has an established history of over 12 years of service in the local community.

The Arts – they will focus on bringing some of the finest musical member performances to enhance the greater Parker area including Wine Walks, Community Stage at Parker Days and other community events as well as musical concerts.

The Sciences – They are also branching further out to the sciences by producing interactive and experiential events including Science Day and Science Night in addition to supporting programs in local front-range areas that feature activities for youth who want to enrich their minds. They are always looking to build the science program support to be one of the leading programs in the state.

Culture – Within every community, there needs to be culture and cultural awareness. CASC has two major fundraising programs each year to bring just that to our communities. The Mardi Gras is celebrated each year to bring out the flavor of true cultural heritage.

For more information visit their website at CASC4U.org on Facebook or Instagram

For information on the Mardi Gras Celebration click here!

July 4th 5K

For information on Oktoberfest click here!

About CASC

A non-profit organization started in 2004, in Parker Colorado. Dedicated for a number of years to the entertainment of arts and culture, they now focus on cultural events while supporting groups that bring value to communities. CASC hosts the Mardi Gras, supports the Mile High Rodeo Royalty as well as provides musical entertainment for Parker Wine Walks, Parker Days Community Stage and the Creative Districts Random Acts of Art program.

Volunteer at CASC

Your energy and enthusiasm are always appreciated!

The CASC is always looking for volunteers and your youth can get credit hours toward Douglas County graduation requirements.

CASC Volunteer Opportunities

It takes a lot to run an organization. CASC volunteers are what make it happen and they are looking for your help.

CASC could not plan or execute events without the help of wonderful volunteers like you. If you are interested in a particular event, want to do some service for the greater community, or are just interested in the programs we offer, we need your assistance.

Colorado Council of Arts, Science, and Culture is looking for volunteers in all areas and also with the following skills:

Complete your High School Community Service Hours at PAC events.

PAC/CASC – is currently listed as a participating Court Ordered Community Service program in Douglas, Arapahoe, Elbert, El Paso, Denver, and Adams Counties. We accept court-ordered Community Service.

We are an all-volunteer group and we mostly only have hours in the evenings and weekends. Much of the service time will involve working events, pre-event marketing, equipment care, set building, and various small tasks that we as an organization need help with.

Volunteering Process

We only take calls for new volunteers one day per week (Tuesdays) between 6:30 – 7:30 pm. Call 646-243-8628

We will want to know how many hours are needed when they are due by, and when the form needs to be returned to the courts.
If our call questions fit your schedule, and you want to continue, we set up a meeting.
During our one-on-one meeting, we sign your first documents and discuss a schedule that works with the CASC events and planning.
We will assign you to an event leader to fit the schedule and choice.
Documentation will be signed for your hours each time
Check our calendar on the site for upcoming events and note days that are available.

Mardi Gras Celebration coming to Parker in 2023

January 25, 2023 By Chrissy

Mardi Gras also called Shrove Tuesday, or Fat Tuesday refers to events of the Carnival celebrations, beginning on or after the Christian feasts of the Epiphany (Three Kings Day) and culminating on the day before Ash Wednesday. Mardi Gras is French for “Fat Tuesday”, reflecting the practice of the last night of eating richer, fatty foods before the ritual fasting of the Lenten season.

February marks the start of Mardi Gras celebrations nationwide and the Infamous “Fat Tuesday” falls early this month.

Support arts, science, and culture while experiencing the excitement of Bourbon Street!

Laissez les bons temps rouler! The Council of Arts, Science & Culture (CASC), a 501c3 nonprofit organization, throws the greatest Mardi Gras celebration south of Denver! Trade in your business suit for your best Mardi Gras costume, or your favorite attire, as we bring on the New Orleans magic!

Your ticket includes Cajun-style delectables, live music, and dancing. Cocktails and other beverages are available for purchase. In addition to this fun cultural event, your support enables us to put on events for all ages including Science Day, Science Night, the July 4th 5k, and many other events that enrich our local culture.

Parker Mardi Gras
Coming 2023

Why is Mardi Gras Celebrated?

Why do they Throw Beads?

Mardi Gras parades began in New Orleans in the 1830s and during that time, inexpensive necklaces made of glass beads were popular and parade krewes began to be tossing them into the crowds. The beads were an instant hit among the crowds of New Orleans residents and visiting Mardi Gras tourists and that tradition continues today.

Visit the website for more information

Learn more about CASC Here

2023 Shows at the PACE Center

January 12, 2023 By Chrissy

The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world’s most beloved musical. Featuring a trove of cherished songs, including “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “My Favorite Things,” “Do Re Mi,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen” and the title number, The Sound of Music won the hearts of audiences worldwide, earning five Tony Awards and five Oscars. The inspirational story, based on the memoir of Maria Augusta Trapp, follows an ebullient postulate who serves as governess to the seven children of the imperious Captain von Trapp, bringing music and joy to the household. But as the forces of Nazism take hold of Austria, Maria and the entire von Trapp family must make a moral decision.

Showing weekly January 13 – February 4, 2023

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Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville

A musical comedy featuring the most-loved Jimmy Buffett classics, including “Cheeseburger in Paradise,” “Margaritaville,” “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere,” “Fins,” “Volcano,” and many more… this hilarious, heartwarming musical is the party you’ve been waiting for!

Click fore Ticketing information

Cautions: Alcohol and Adult Themes

ABOUT THE PACE CENTER

The PACE Center will be home to a 500-seat theater, a 250-seat amphitheater, and a beautiful event room with a catering kitchen, art gallery, dance studio, media lab and several classrooms. Designed by the nationally-acclaimed architecture firm Semple Brown Design, the facility is scheduled to open in the fall of 2011.

View the floor plan, there really are no bad seats at the PACE.

The PACE Center is located on the southeast corner of Mainstreet and Pine Drive in historic downtown Parker. Once open, this state-of-the-art facility will provide a wide variety of family-oriented cultural, arts, scientific and educational programming and serve as a rental venue for community, business and social events.

Other Summer Arts Events include the Concerts in the Park & the Honey Festival

Holiday Craft Boutiques in Douglas County / South Denver Colorado

November 1, 2022 By Chrissy

Holiday Craft Shows in Douglas County Colorado

Feel free to send me information about your show. Our community is blessed with many gifted artists, artisans, and crafters who come together to sell their creations during the holiday season.

Parker Holiday Shows

Legend High School Annual Craft Fair

Mountain Pine Yuletide Bazaar – Parker Fieldhouse

Mark your calendars! The 15^th annual Mountain Pine Woman’s Club Yuletide Bazaar will take place on Saturday, November 12, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm at the Parker Fieldhouse.

As a past shopper or vendor, you know what a great event this is. 2022 promises to be even better. In addition to many of your favorite vendors, we have many new artists, crafters, and food vendors joining us this year. We know you’ll find something to love at this year’s Bazaar. Click here to become a vendor.

Remember, admission and parking are free! We look forward to seeing you on November 12.

Yes, it’s the same day as the Legend High School sale so make a day of it!

The Mountain Pine Yuletide Bazaar is the annual fundraising event for the Mountain Pine Woman’s Club. The funds raised at this one day event help provide the scholarships, contributions and support throughout our local community and extending to the Denver Metro area, National and International programs.

Grandmother’s House Boutique Holiday Craft Show

Holiday Boutique 2022
Tagawa Gardens
7711 S Parker Road, Centennial, CO 80016
Admission $5.00
(Good for all 5 days – Children 12 and under are free)
Thursday-Saturday, November 3-5, 2022

Thursday & Friday: 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00-3:00 pm

Once Upon A December Holiday Boutique – Chaparral HS

Saturday, December 3rd, 2022
9 AM to 3:30 PM
Chaparral High School,
15665 Brookstone Dr.
Parker, CO 80134

The Once Upon A December Craft Fair is an annual community tradition and a FUNdraiser for CHS Bands. It is always on the first Saturday in December in the Chaparral High School commons and gym and includes a bake sale, concession stand, kids’ play area, photos with Santa, and vendors selling amazing hand-crafted items for your holiday shopping.

Castle Rock Holiday Shows

30th Annual Castle Rock Craft Show Extravaganza

November 5, 2022, 9-3 at the Douglas County Fairgrounds
500 Fairgrounds Drive Castle Rock, CO 80104

Colorado Community Media Holiday Craft Show and Mini-Market

The annual craft show is back with a new, bigger location in Douglas County. The show will be held at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. Come and find holiday decorations, gifts, and more.
Interested vendors can contact Event Producer Thelma Grimes at tgrimes@coloradocommunitymedia.com.

Friends of the Littleton Library Craft Fair, Littleton. October 1, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 250+ booths selling handcrafted items. Held rain, snow or shine. Ketring Park, 6000 S. Gallup St., Littleton.

Centennial Outdoor Market. October 8. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 65 vendors, food trucks. 12835 E. Arapahoe Rd., Centennial.

Rocky Mountain Weavers Guild, Englewood. October 13-15, Thursday, 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hand-crafted wearables, hand-woven home decor, holiday ornaments and more. Live textile demonstrations. Malley Recreation Center, 3380 S. Lincoln St., Englewood.

Cherry Creek Fresh Market Fall Holiday Market, Denver. October 15, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Features holiday food producers, artisan makers, home & garden creators and vintage collectors, plus food trucks, live music and more. Cherry Creek Shopping Center (west end surface parking lot), 3000 E. First Ave., Denver.

Dakota Ridge High School Craft Fair, Littleton. October 15. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 13399 W. Coal Mine Ave., Littleton.

Junior League Mile High Holiday Mart, Denver. November 4-6. Friday 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 100+ merchants. Admission: $10. Kids under 12 are free. Parking — $7/day in lots or use street meters. RTD Light Rail is recommended. Gates Field House at the University of Denver, 2201 E. Asbury Ave., Denver.

Cherry Creek Fresh Market Fall Holiday Market, Denver. November 5, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Features holiday food producers, artisan makers, home & garden creators, and vintage collectors, plus food trucks, live music, and more. Cherry Creek Shopping Center (west end surface parking lot), 3100 E. First Ave., Denver.

Englewood Holiday Bazaar, Englewood. November 5, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 100+ artisans with crafts and handmade gifts. Concessions are available for lunch or snacks. Easy parking. Malley Rec Center, 3380 S. Lincoln St., Englewood, 303-762-2660.

Smoky Hill High School Craft Fair, Aurora. November 5, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 210+ vendors in two gyms and three levels of the cafeteria. Food is available for purchase. 16100 E. Smoky Hill Rd., Aurora.

Friends of the Littleton Library Craft Fair, Littleton. October 1, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 250+ booths selling handcrafted items. Held rain, snow or shine. Ketring Park, 6000 S. Gallup St., Littleton.

Centennial Outdoor Market. October 8. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 65 vendors, food trucks. 12835 E. Arapahoe Rd., Centennial.

Rocky Mountain Weavers Guild, Englewood. October 13-15, Thursday, 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hand-crafted wearables, hand-woven home decor, holiday ornaments and more. Live textile demonstrations. Malley Recreation Center, 3380 S. Lincoln St., Englewood.

Mollie McGee’s Annual Fall Market, Longmont. October 15 & 16. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 160+ booths. Handcrafted gifts, home decor, dolls, jewelry, pottery, art & more. Admission: $5 (good for both days), children under 12/FREE. VIP Entry at 9 a.m.: $12. No strollers on Saturday until 1 p.m. Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibit Bldg., Hover Rd. & Nelson Rd., Longmont.

Dakota Ridge High School Craft Fair, Littleton. October 15. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 13399 W. Coal Mine Ave., Littleton.

Cherry Creek Fresh Market Fall Holiday Market, Denver. October 29, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Features holiday food producers, artisan makers, home & garden creators and vintage collectors, plus food trucks, live music and more. Cherry Creek Shopping Center (west end surface parking lot), 3100 E. First Ave., Denver.

Lone Tree Fine Arts & Craft Show, Lone Tree. November 2-5. Wednesday & Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. No strollers. Admission: $3/adult. Lone Tree Golf Club & Hotel, 9808 S. Sunningdale Blvd., 303-741-2085.

Grandmother’s House Boutique, Centennial. November 3-5. Thursday & Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission: $5 (good all 3 days). Children 12 and younger FREE. Tagawa Gardens, 7711 S. Parker Rd., Centennial, 303-693-5500.

Junior League Mile High Holiday Mart, Denver. November 4-6. Friday 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 100+ merchants. Admission: $10. Kids under 12 are free. Parking — $7/day in lots or use street meters. RTD Light Rail recommended. Gates Field House at University of Denver, 2201 E. Asbury Ave., Denver.

Urban Holiday Market. November 4-6, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Outdoor festival offering one of-a-kind seasonal items, high-quality handcrafted goods, specialty foods, home décor, and unique holiday gifts. Skyline Park on the 16th Street Mall at Arapahoe, Denver.

Castle Rock Craft Show Extraordinaire. November 5, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 100+ vendors, bake sale, wreath auction. Douglas County Events Center, 500 Fairgrounds Rd., Castle Rock.

Centennial Outdoor Market. November 5. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 65 vendors, food trucks. 12835 E. Arapahoe Rd., Centennial.

Cherry Creek Fresh Market Fall Holiday Market, Denver. November 5, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Features holiday food producers, artisan makers, home & garden creators and vintage collectors, plus food trucks, live music and more. Cherry Creek Shopping Center (west end surface parking lot), 3100 E. First Ave., Denver.

16th Street Mall Holiday Festival, Denver. November 12 & 13, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Outdoor festival offering one-of-a-kind seasonal items, high-quality handcrafted goods, specialty foods, home décor, and unique holiday gifts. On the 16th Street Mall between Tremont & California St., Denver.

Columbine High School Holiday Craft Fair, Littleton. November 12, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. More than 140 vendors. Admission: $1 (age 5 and under FREE). 6201 Pierce St., Littleton.

Cherokee Trail High School Holiday Fair, Aurora. November 12, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Handcrafted gifts, holiday decor, treats. 25901 E. Arapahoe Pkwy. N., Aurora.

Highlands Ranch Hometown Holiday & Winter Market. December 2, 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Outdoor market with meats, pastries, bread, fudge, and crafts. Santa is on site. Town Center North, 1100 Sgt. Jon Stiles Dr., Highlands Ranch.

Grandview High School Holiday & Craft Fair, Aurora. December 3, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 200+ vendors. Lower Commons level. 20500 E. Arapahoe Rd, Aurora.

Centennial Holiday Artisan Market, Centennial. December 3, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Handmade gift items, live music from local school choirs, family activities, food trucks. Centennial Center Park, 13050 E. Peakview Ave., Centennial.

Georgetown Christmas Market. December 10 & 11, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Outdoor European-style market. Victorian ladies and gents stroll through the streets and shops. Stop in the Community Center for entertainment throughout the day. Historic 6th Street, Georgetown.

Applewood Arts Show 2022 Festival Dates

The Ranch Events Complex

October 8-9, 2022

Saturday, 10am-5pm

Sunday, 10am-3pm

$7.00 admission, kids 12 and under free.

Applewood Arts Festival

Arapahoe County Fairgrounds

November 12-13, 2022

Saturday, VIP Entry 9am-10am

Click Ticket Link Here

General Public, 10am-4pm

Sunday, 10am-3pm

$6.00 Admission, kids 12 and under free.

Applewood Arts Festival

The Ranch Events Complex

November 18-20, 2022

Friday Evening VIP Entry, 5:30 pm-8 pm

Click Ticket Link Here

Saturday, 10am-5pm

Sunday, 10am-3pm

$7.00 Admission, kids 12 and under free.

Applewood Arts Festival – New!!!

The Arvada Center

November 25-26, 2022

Friday, 9 am-4 pm

Saturday, 9 am-4 pm

$6.00 admission, kids and under free.

Summer Concerts Series in Parker & Castle Rock Colorado

June 3, 2022 By Chrissy

Celebrate Summer with Free Concerts in the Park 2022

Discovery Park 2022 Summer Concerts

Have you been to Discovery Park yet? Ice Skating in the winter and free concerts this summer.

TICKETS: FREE

Warm, sunny days are ahead, and so is our FREE concert series at Discovery Park! Get your picnic baskets, lawn chairs, and beach blankets, and get ready to enjoy the sounds of summer.

Before your visit, complete Town of Parker Park Rules and Regulations may be reviewed here.

June 16 – Richie Law

Join us on June 16 at Discovery Park for Colorado Country Music star Richie Law! A previous American Idol contestant who has since shared the stage with top country artists, Darius Rucker, Jewel, Sawyer Brown, Josh Turner and many more, Richie Law is a downhome country boy with a big voice and a big heart.

June 23 – Mannequin the Band

Get ready to get up on your feet and stay there all night long when Mannequin the Band takes the Discovery Park stage June 23 in our free summer concert series. Known for their vocal ability and showmanship, these world-class musicians fill the stage with exciting music, choreography and dancefloor-packing arrangements spanning decades to the current hits of today.

June 30 – Shameless

Introducing Colorado’s Country Music sensation! Parker Arts is excited to welcome Shameless, featuring Ken Earl, to the Discovery Park stage June 30 as part of our free summer concert series!

July 7 – Petty Nicks Experience

What if Stevie Nicks joined Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers? Find out July 7 at our free Discovery Parker Summer Concert Series. Combining the very best of Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers with the solo work of Stevie Nicks and some Fleetwood Mac, The Petty Nicks Experience is a real rock-and-roll high of amazing vocal performances, hit after hit!

July 14 – After Midnight

Time to swing! Conquering dizzying charts by the likes of Benny Goodman, Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra and more, the infectious music of After Midnight is guaranteed to get you dancing, swinging, and smiling! Join us for Colorado’s Premier Swing Band – the only sextet featured in the Colorado Music Hall of Fame – July 14 at Discovery Park.

July 21 – Trouble in the Heartland

Trouble in the Heartland has been bringing the ragged swagger of the Jersey Shore to the Front Range since 2012. Revisit the hits of Bruce’s 70’s and 80’s glory days with this Colorado-based Bruce Springsteen tribute band, July 21 at Discovery Park.

July 28 – Union Gray

Mixing flavors from the red dirt of Oklahoma down to the heart of Texas and back up to Nashville, Union Gray brings their fun, grass roots, rockin’ County style to the Discovery Park Amphitheater. Join us July 28 for this free summer concert.

See Park Rules and Regulations.

Join your neighbors in the summer sun as Parker Arts presents the Discovery Park Summer Concert Series. That’s right! FREE summer concerts have returned in the Discovery Park amphitheater! This state-of-the-art venue features an open-space design, monumental art pieces, an interactive water fountain for the kids, and more! Feel free to bring your picnic baskets, lawn chairs, and beach blankets to enjoy the open green space and soak in the sounds of summer!

This space is open to patrons of all ages. Food trucks will be on-site during the concerts. Due to its open-space design, no alcoholic beverages are allowed. For more information on Discovery Park Summer Concert Series general rules and policies please click here

The concerts in O’Brien Park and the PACE Patio Concerts have been replaced by the Discovery Park events.

Summer Jam Concerts in Castle Rock Colorado

Savor the sounds of summer 2022

Celebrate a perfect summer night in Castle Rock with great music, warm temperatures and time under the stars. Nestled in the beautiful setting of Philip S. Miller Park, the Amphitheater has become one of Colorado’s most sought-after live-music venues. Don’t miss the Town’s Summer Concert Series at the Amphitheater.

The concert series brings amazing events to Castle Rock on select weekends June through September. Enjoy live music from nationally known bands, along with craft beer and cocktails under the stars. The intimate setting, family-friendly environment and amazing acoustics make for a great musical experience. These ticketed music events have become a signature part of summers in Castle Rock.