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Tue, May 12: Paws to Study | Erie Community Library
Tue, May 12: First Day of Kids Beginner Classes (Littleton)
Tue, May 12: Seedlings: Big Bubble Circus
Sat, May 16: Celebrate Englewood at Englewood Civic Center
Sat, May 16: Denver Plant Fest Spring Sale | Rocky Mountain Plant Show
Wed, May 20: Touch-a-Truck | Event at Arapahoe Libraries
Fri, May 22: Boulder Creek Festival 2026
Sat, May 23: Creekside for
Kids 2026
Sat, May 23: Territory Days in Old Colorado City!
Thu, May 28: FAN EXPO Denver 2026
Mon, Jun 1: Caddie Kids Summer Golf Camp 2026
Mon, Jun 1: Trinidad Triggers Home Games |
Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers: When they were handing out high school yearbook awards, some of my classmates unofficially, though cheerfully, voted me Least Likely to Become a Professional Cheerleader. I couldn’t really disagree: After all, I was a nerd before being a nerd came into fashion, much more comfortable in a library than at a pep rally. So much for teenage
predictions! Yesterday, my daughter Ella turned 25, which means KidsOutAndAbout turns 25, too. When Ella was imminent, and her sister Madison was one-and-a-half, I was realizing just how many incredible experiences for kids and families were all around us in Rochester, NY. Back then, before web calendars were a thing, finding out about stuff happening meant you had to know where to look. So during maternity leave from my old technology consulting firm, I
decided to build a place to make invisible opportunities visible, to celebrate the people who create them, and to build audiences for these great things. We’ve grown to a dedicated team of 20 people doing work that matters, serving 52 regions with 15 million readers per year and 750,000 weekly newsletter subscribers. So yes, I’m a professional cheerleader, and I love it. I love this. I love that my job is to help build an audience for the remarkable experiences
people are bringing to life. I love that our mission is to shine a light on the concerts, camps, classes, festivals, trails, museums, libraries, theaters, and local treasures large and small that become family stories and memories. Far from slowing down, we’re heading into hyper-drive for our Silver Anniversary, so stay tuned! Thank you for being part of the journey, and for giving us so much to cheer about.
—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
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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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First Friday is a FREE event featuring new exhibitions each month at the Bus Stop Gallery, the NoBo Art Center, NoBo on the Corner, plus open Artist studios, galleries, artist demos and other destinations to explore in North Boulder.
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Join us for an unforgettable celebration at the largest and longest-standing regional Cinco de Mayo festival in Colorado! Immerse yourself in the vibrant spirit of Mexican culture with a weekend full of exciting events, contests, and non-stop entertainment across three dynamic stages. Indulge your taste buds at our diverse food vendors, and explore unique merchandise from local artisans. Bring the whole family to enjoy kid-friendly activities and create lasting memories together. Don’t miss out on this iconic event that has been a cornerstone of Colorado’s Cinco de Mayo celebrations for years. Save the date and come be a part of the ultimate Cinco de Mayo experience!
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Join the fun at the Great Estes Park Rotary Duck Race on Saturday, May 2, 2026, starting at 11:00 am! This exciting event will feature live music, a family-friendly fun run, and the iconic release of over 10,000 rubber ducks into Fall River. Since its inception in 1989, this cherished event has raised over $3.7 million for local charities, with each duck adoption supporting a variety of nonprofit organizations.
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Celebrate Aurora’s 135th Birthday at the Aurora History Museum. This family-friendly open house will have cake, party games and activities for the whole family. Museum admission is free during the event. No registration required
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- Free spring mini photo session with Shoott! - Denver - Shoott - Shoott, Broadway, New York, NY, USA, 05/01/2026 to 05/03/2026, See link for times
- First Friday in the NoBo Art District - NoBo Art Center, Broadway, Boulder, CO, USA, 05/01/2026, 6 pm - 9 pm
- NoBo First Friday Market - 4871 Broadway,
Boulder, CO, USA, 05/01/2026, 6 pm - 9 pm
- Free spring mini photo session with Shoott! - Boulder - Shoott - Shoott, Broadway, New York, NY, USA, 05/02/2026 to 05/03/2026, See link for times
- Aurora's 135th Birthday Party - Aurora History Museum - 15051 E Alameda Pkwy, Aurora, CO 80012, 05/02/2026, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Mythical Storytime with Fantasy
Friends - Audacious Immersive - The Audacious Space, 1373 N Grant St. Denver, CO 80203, 05/03/2026, 12:30pm
- Thornton 70th Anniversary History Exhibit - Thornton Arts & Culture Center, Dorothy Boulevard, Thornton, CO, USA, 05/01/2026 to 05/03/2026, 10 am - 5 pm
- Wildlife Rescue - An Augmented Reality Experience - Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center, North Gaylord Rockies Boulevard, Aurora, CO, USA, 05/01/2026 to 05/03/2026, At Your Leisure
- Marine Biologist for a Day - Downtown Aquarium, Water Street, Denver, CO, USA, 05/02/2026, 9am - 2pm
- Homeschooling Disciples Forum - 90 E Orchard Rd, Littleton,
CO 80121, 05/02/2026, 10:00AM-5:00PM
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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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Have a great weekend!
Debra Ross
Publisher, KidsOutAndAbout.com
Mom of Madison and Ella |
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