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Sat, Apr 11: The Rocky Mountain Train Show – Spring Edition April 11-12, 2026
Sun, Apr 19: Art Crawl: ABC’s of Curating at Clyfford Still Museum
Fri, Apr 24: Earth Day Extravaganza (ages 12+) at Prospect Park
Sat, Apr 25: Party for the Planet: Earth Day Celebration at Downtown Aquarium-Denver
Sun, Apr 26: Tulip Fairy & Elf Festival at Downtown Boulder
Sun, Apr 26: Unicorn 5K (Denver - East) | 3W Races at Great Lawn Park
Sat, May 2:
The Great Estes Park Rotary Duck Race 2026
Sat, May 2: Dazzle Kids' Matinee presents Jack and the Beanstalk
Sun, May
10: Space Race 5K at Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum
Tue, May 12: Paws to Study | Erie Community Library |
Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers: One of the best things about spring is that it turns all of us into treasure hunters. After a long winter, we adults start scanning the world for signs that life is returning: We notice the first mist of green in a forest's understory, the first brave crocus, the first daffodil. If we point out loud, kids catch on quickly, drawn by the thrill of seeking what
winter was hiding even just a few weeks ago, and they're ready to find magic behind every tree. Of course, in certain parts of North America, spring can be stingy in early April: The calendar may insist it’s here, but the yard is still beige, the trees are still bare, and the only things blooming outside are spreading patches of mud. But there’s no rule that says spring surprises have to come only from Mother Nature! That’s one reason I’m such a fan of egg
hunts. Last year, I wrote an extremely popular step-by-step article showing how to Turn Easter Into a Treasure Hunt, complete with a printable PDF of rhyming clues. It’s right there waiting for you, ready to make you look like a genius with practically zero effort. And if you want to kick it up a notch and invite a crowd, our article Easter Egg Hunts: Tips and Tricks for a Great Party lays out the
strategies for what may be the easiest, fastest, best-bang-for-the-buck kids’ party on Earth. Sure, egg hunts feature prominently in our culture's Easter traditions, but they needn't belong only to Easter, they're a wonderful diversion anytime, in any context. Spring is a season that proves there’s treasure everywhere. Sometimes the universe provides the fun for us. And sometimes we create it ourselves.
—Debra Ross, publisher of
KidsOutAndAbout.com, co-author of The Eclipse Effect: How to Seize Extraordinary Moments to Build Strong Communities
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KidsOutAndAbout.com: Discover more. Do more. Connect more. If you like my publisher's column, you can easily scroll through past columns in the "Notes
from Deb" section of our site. |
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Launch into summer at Wings Over the Rockies® Air & Space Camp! Our in-person weekday camp blends STEAM - Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math, with hands-on exploration that sparks imagination and discovery. Designed for ages 8–12, each week is packed with aerospace adventures that build confidence, skills, and friendships. From launching rockets and coding drones to robotics challenges, 3D printing, and exploring the wonders of space, campers experience learning in action. It’s a summer filled with innovation, creativity, and high-flying fun. Spots are filling quickly - register your camper today!
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Children’s Art Classes Aurora offers a one-of-a-kind 9-month fine art curriculum designed to grow with your child, ages 3 and up. Parents love that it’s more than crafts—it’s real skill-building in drawing, painting, clay, and more. Classes meet once a week after school or on Saturdays, perfect for busy families. Bonus? We offer fun, skill-building camps too. Whether your child dreams in color or just needs a creative outlet, this is a place they’ll thrive, and you’ll see their confidence soar. Limited spots each year. Learn more at childrensartclasses.com/location/aurora-co
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Looking to boost your child’s confidence in the water before summer? SwimLabs in Littleton delivers real results. Their warm 90° indoor pool and tech-enabled lessons set them apart, with certified instructors using video feedback so kids quickly understand and improve. Whether your child is just starting or struggling elsewhere, SwimLabs offers small-group and private lessons tailored to each swimmer. With a focus on stroke technique, water safety, and confidence, it’s a proven path to progress. “Best decision! Our kids were getting passed along in rec lessons without real skills. After a few sessions, they were going underwater and improving strokes. Wish we started sooner—well worth it!” Book your FREE session today and see the difference.
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Our 2026 Summer Farmfest Music Evenings at Sunflower Farm, located in Longmont, Colorado are back with a stellar line-up, featuring local bands! Reservations for these evenings are on sale now! During Farmfest music all of our regular farm activities and animals are open to explore, so grab your family and friends, lawn chairs or blankets, beverages and get ready to watch the sunset and tour the farm, while you listen to some talented local artists! Farm is open from 4:30-8:30, music starts at 5:30! Food trucks will also be available on all evenings, so plan to grab some easy dinner with your family and support local food vendors and musicians! Reservations go on sale April 1st, with limited capacity, so don’t wait-get ready to grab them early! New lower pricing this year, $25 for adults, kids 10 and under $20 (limited kid tickets available) & babies 12 months and under free.
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Explore the Clyfford Still Museum for as little as one penny during the First Friday Pay-What-You-Wish Day. Enjoy free mini-tours at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on each PWYW Day. Online reservations are recommended, and walk-ins are welcome. Online registration opens approximately one week before the Pay-What-You-Wish Day.
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"The World’s Largest Dinosaurs” invites you to explore the mind-bending biology and amazing anatomy of sauropods — the largest land animals to ever live. From eating and breathing to reproducing, size affects almost everything an animal does. Through imaginative and enthralling exhibits and displays, including a towering, life-sized model of a 60-foot-long Mamenchisaurus, you will go beyond the bones and into their bodies to discover the fascinating mechanics behind how these titans lived their lives on Earth millions of years ago. Exhibition content is presented in English with the option for a Spanish audio guide.
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Hop into spring with us on Saturday, April 4th, from 12 PM to 4 PM in the Lower Level Center Court at Town Center at Aurora for an egg-citing afternoon of family fun!
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Butterfly Pavilion partners with the Mexican Cultural Center (MCC) for a full-day celebration of Día del Niño (Day of the Child) on Saturday, April 4. Blend culture with discovery and enjoy fun for the whole family!
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iD Tech: The World's #1 STEM Summer Camp! BattleBots® Camp? You can only get it here. Roblox Camp? We've got that and more in our Summer '26 lineup. Register today at the top-rated tech camp for 25 years and counting! iD Tech is the very best experience built around your child—their interests, their skill level, their goals for the future. Trusted by 75+ of the world’s top universities and over 1,000,000 parents, iD Tech is where kids and teens learn from the best—coding, game dev, robotics, and more. The future starts at iD Tech! Click here for more information about your local iD Tech opportunities! Virtual camps are also available!
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- Thornton 70th Anniversary History Exhibit - Thornton Arts & Culture Center, Dorothy Boulevard, Thornton, CO, Friday, March 30, 2026 to Sunday, April 5, 2026, 10 am - 5 pm
- Just Between Friends of Douglas County - Douglas County Fairgrounds and Event Center, Fairgrounds Road, Castle Rock, CO, Thursday, April 2, 2026 to Sunday, April 5, 2026, 9:00 am
- Playtime Storytime at Meadows Library - Meadows Library - Boulder Public Library District, 4800 Baseline Road, Boulder, CO 80303, Friday, April 3, 2026, 10:15 am
- First Friday in the NoBo Art District - NoBo Art Center, Broadway,
Boulder, CO, Friday, April 3, 2026, 6 pm - 9 pm
- NoBo First Friday Market - 4871 Broadway, Boulder, CO, Friday, April 3, 2026, 6 pm - 9 pm
- *FREE* International Call for Art - 6x6 - Rochester Contemporary Art Center (RoCo), 137 East Ave, Rochester, NY 14604, Saturday, April 4, 2026, 12pm- 5pm
- MAD LIBrarians - The Savoy Denver, Arapahoe Street, Denver, CO, Saturday, April 4, 2026, 1:30 pm
- Easter Eggstravaganza | Town Center at Aurora - Town Center at Aurora, 14200 East Alameda Avenue, Aurora, CO 80012, Saturday, April 4, 2026, 12 pm - 4 pm
- (Free Egg Hunt) EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA - Lakewood, CO - Bethlehem Lutheran Church and School, 2100 Wadsworth Blvd, Lakewood, CO 80214, Saturday, April 4, 2026, 10:00 AM
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KidsOutAndAbout's Denver-area 2026 summer camp guide for kids! Pick the dates you want to explore on our calendar and see what summer camps are available. Hundreds of local summer camps: day camps, overnight camps, sports, drama, music, theatre, arts &
crafts, technology, robotics, horseback riding, preschool, & more!
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Looking for a thrilling family-friendly adventure in the Denver? Escape rooms are interactive, puzzle-packed experiences where you and your team work together to solve clues and complete your mission-all before time runs out! Whether you're escaping a
spooky cabin, cracking a high-stakes heist, or breaking a magical curse, escape rooms offer exciting, screen-free fun for kids, teens, and adults.
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Click here to discover Birthday party locations in the Denver area. From Arcades to Ziplines our Big List will help you think outside the box and plan the party of your kids' dreams! KidsOutAndAbout has dozens of ideas!
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2025's winners in KidsOutAndAbout's survey of the Top 20 Places to Take Kids in the Denver area. Our Top 20 results page includes a list of your top picks, including winners in the special categories: Top Arts Educator, Top Sports Educator, and Top STEM
Educator!
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Have a great weekend!
Debra Ross
Publisher, KidsOutAndAbout.com
Mom of Madison and Ella |
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