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Family Activities - Fun for All Ages in the Mile High City.

Kids of all ages will love Denver's parks and other activities around town. From the Denver Zoo to the Children's Museum, there's plenty to amaze and entertain the young -- and young at heart.
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Elvis Cinemas

Discount movie theater Elvis Cinemas offers second-run screenings of films in the Denver metro area.

Denver Arts Week 2011 Elevates Mile High City

The Mile High City kicks off its fifth annual Denver Arts Week from Nov. 4 - 12, 2011.

Sports Authority Field at Mile High Football Stadium

Kick off football season with this handy guide to Denver's football stadium, Sports Authority Field at Mile High, home of the Denver Broncos.

Denver Haunted Houses

Haunted houses in Denver provide mile-high excitement for Halloween 2011.

2011/12 Colorado Ski Passes

Colorado residents can ski until they can't feel their feet with ski passes for the 2011 - 2012 season. From the Epic Pass to the Rocky Mountain Superpass, there's a pass for every snow lover.

T. Rex Encounter Exhibit

The T. Rex Encounter exhibit at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science showcases the Cretaceous period's most infamous dinosaur, the Tyrannosaurus rex.

T. Rex Encounter Photos

The Denver Museum of Nature & Science hosts the T. Rex Encounter exhibit from Sept. 16, 2011 to Jan. 8, 2012. Don't miss your chance to meet Sue, the most complete T. rex skeleton found to date.

Real Pirates: The Untold Story of the Whydah from Slave Ship to Pirate Ship

The Denver Museum of Nature & Science will exhibit "Real Pirates: The Untold Story of the Whydah from Slave Ship to Pirate Ship" from March 4 - August 21, 2011.

Denver Botanic Gardens Unveils $15 Million Greenhouse Complex

The Denver Botanic Gardens offers a sneak peak of their $15 million Greenhouse Complex, which is scheduled to open to the public by Labor Day 2010.

Colorado Fall Foliage

Colorado's peak fall foliage is usually from mid-September to mid-October, and can vary by season. Colorado strikes Aspen gold when the Aspen...

Four Mile Historic Park Photos

The Four Mile Historic Park in Denver contains a preserved farmstead from the turn of the century. Tour the 12-acre site with five full-color photos. All photos taken on August 21, 2009.

2011 Movies in the Parks Series

Denver Parks & Recreation presents the 2011 Movies in the Parks Series. The series shows free films during the summer at Denver parks across the Mile High City.

Fetching Fashions Offers Local Touch for Dogs

Fetching Fashions is a Denver-based company that offers stylish dog collars for your four-legged friends. The dog collars are sold at specialty stores such as the Wag Shop, Doggie Delights, Lil' Angel Pet Boutique and Zen Dog.

Colorado Remembers 9/11 in Civic Center Park

Colorado Remembers 9/11 featured a ceremony in Denver's Civic Center Park to mark the 10th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001.

Top 10 Thanksgiving Restaurants

If you don't feel like cooking a five-course meal this Thanksgiving, visit one of these 10 restaurants instead.

12 Days of Christmas in Denver

Celebrate the twelve days of Christmas in Denver with these fun family events for 2011. Celebrate Christmas in Denver a different way each day.

Top Hotels for Weddings

The Mile High City offers several options for weddings in hotels, from downtown to the suburbs. Have your reception and ceremony in one location to make it easier for wedding guests.

Free Days at Denver Museums for 2012

Colorado residents can enjoy free admission on selected days in 2012 to Denver's finest attractions, from the Denver Art Museum to the Denver Zoo.

Lizards & Snakes Exhibit

The Lizards & Snakes exhibit at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science showcases animals that slither and slide. The exhibit runs from Feb. 3 - July 8, 2012, and is included in museum admission.

Top Five Hikes Near Denver

If the city is stifling your inner hiker, head out of town for these five hikes within a short drive of Denver.

Harkins Theatres in Denver

Harkins Theatres, a chain of theaters in the Southwestern U.S., features one location in the Denver metro area.

City Park Neighborhood in Denver

A profile of Denver's City Park neighborhood, which includes the Denver Zoo and Denver Museum of Nature & Science.

Alamo Placita Neighborhood in Denver

A profile of Alamo Placita neighborhood in Denver, CO.

Washington Park Neighborhood

A profile of one of Denver's most desirable neighborhoods, Washington Park.

Yves Saint Laurent: The Retrospective

"Yves Saint Laurent: The Retrospective" presents 40 years of fashion design by the iconic French designer. The exhibit shows at the Denver Art Museum from March 25 - July 8, 2012.

Easter Sunday 2012 in Denver

Celebrate Easter with Colorado flair in 2012 by attending a service at Red Rocks amphitheater or participating in the largest Easter egg hunt in the state at Copper Mountain.

Lookout Mountain

Lookout Mountain is an 110-acre park located 20 minutes west of Denver in Golden, Colo. Bikers, rock climbers and hikers can enjoy the recreation offered by Lookout Mountain.

Read My Pins: The Madeleine Albright Collection

Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright displays favorites from her pin collection. Albright often used pins to communicate the nuances of diplomacy during her four-year term. "Read My Pins: The Madeleine Albright Collection" is showing from April 15 - June 17, 2012 at the Denver Art Museum.

Earth Day in Denver 2012

The Mile High City goes green for Earth Day on April 22, 2012.

History Colorado Center in Denver

Visit the storied past of the Centennial state at the History Colorado Center in Denver, CO.

Cinco de Mayo 2012

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo 2012 in the Mile High City with one of the country's largest festivals.

Memorial Day in Denver

Memorial Day in Denver unofficially kicks off summer in the Mile High City.

Denver Summer Fairs and Festivals

A round-up of 2012 summer fairs and festivals held in Denver, CO.

Top 10 Farmers' Markets in Denver

Freshen up your routine with some fresh produce from farmers' markets in Denver. Most markets are held throughout the summer, with fruit and vegetables varying by season. If possible, stock up on famous Colorado peaches while you can from Aug. - Sept.

City Park Jazz 2012 Schedule

City Park Jazz serenades Denver's City Park every Sunday at 6 p.m. from June 3 - August 5, 2012. The popular free concert series features local bands in an outdoor setting.

Outdoor Public Swimming Pools in Denver

Swim your heart out at one of 16 outdoor pools run by the city of Denver. The swimming pools are open June 2 - August 12 in 2012.

Vail Offers Family Fun in the Summer

The mountain resort of Vail, Colo., gears up for family fun in the summer. Visit the Walking Mountains nature center or sign up your children for the Vail Kids Adventure Race sponsored by Keen.

2012 Movies in the Parks Series

Denver Parks & Recreation presents the 2012 Movies in the Parks Series. The series shows free films during the summer at Denver parks across the Mile High City.

Top 10 Free Denver Activities

The Mile High City offers plenty of free things to do all year long. Enjoy Denver without spending a dime with our list of Top 10 Free Denver Activities.

Top Ten Outdoor Activities in Denver

If summer weather leaves you itching to spend time outdoors, look no further than our list of top ten outdoor events in Denver. From concerts at Red Rocks to visiting the Denver Zoo, there's no shortage of ways to find fun in the sun this summer.

Film on the Rocks 2012

Film on the Rocks features outdoor showings of second-run films at the outdoor amphitheater of Red Rocks. The 2012 line-up includes "Iron Man," "Bridesmaids" and "Spirited Away."

Denver Botanic Gardens: 2012 Concert Series

The 2012 concert schedule at the Denver Botanic Gardens features Al Green, Diana Krall and the Gipsy Kings.

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