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Denver Chalk Art Festival, Free Museum Day and more: 7 things happening in Denver metro this weekend

Denver Chalk Art Festival, Free Museum Day and more: 7 things happening in Denver metro this weekend
Posted at 10:46 PM, Jun 02, 2017
and last updated 2017-06-03 00:46:09-04

DENVER -- Every weekend, Denver7 compiles a list of some family friendly events you might enjoy. Here are our picks for the 7 best things to do in the Denver metro area this weekend.  

1. Denver Chalk Art Festival

What: The art you'll find at the Denver Chalk Art Festival isn't in white room galleries – it’s on the floor! The event features more than 200 professional and amateur artists who will spend hours on the floor over the course of two days to bring their art to Larimer Square.

When:  Saturday, June 3 from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.; Sunday, June 4 from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Where: Larimer Square

Admission: Free

More info: http://www.larimersquare.com/

2. Arvada Trails Day

What: The 15th annual Arvada Trails Day includes a number of events at Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge. Featured are trail walks, a 5-mile family-friend bike ride, nature exhibits, kids activities and more.

Where: Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge, 9210 West 80th Avenue

When: Saturday, June 3 from 10 p.m. – 2 p.m.

Admission: Free

More info: http://arvadafestivals.com/arvada-trails-day/

3. Denver Art Museum Free Day

What: Enjoy free admission to the Denver Art Museum.  Note that special exhibitions will require a ticketed admission.

Where: Denver Art Museum, 100 W. 14th Avenue Parkway, Denver, Colo.

When: Saturday: 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Admission: Free

More info: denverartmuseum.org

4. Lakewood INSPIRE Arts Week 2017

What: During the first ten days of the month of June, Lakewood encourages residents to experience the city’s culture and arts scene with more than 30 free and discounted events.

Where: Several locations around Lakewood

When: June 1 – June 10 starting at 10 a.m.

Admission: Free

More info: http://www.lakewood.org/inspire/

5. Hammond Candies Factory Tour

What: Did you know that you can take a free tour of Colorado’s very own Hammond’s Candy Factory?  Tours run every half-hour Monday through Saturday.  Watch candy makers as they hand-pull and twist oversize candy canes, ribbon candy, lollipops and chocolate.  It’s educational fun for candy lovers of all ages.  And bonus, every tour guest gets a free candy sample.

Where: Hammond’s Candies, 5735 N. Washington Street, Denver, Colo.

When:  Mondays – Fridays: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; and Saturdays: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (Closed Sundays)

Admission: Free

More info: hammondscandies.com

6. Annual People’s Fair

What: Denver’s oldest neighborhood festival is set to kickoff this weekend, and there will be plenty of fun to go around. The 46th annual People’s Fair is a free, two-day event that features delicious culinary delights, music, and entertainment.

Where: Civic Center Park

When: Saturday, June 3 from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 4 from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Admission: Free

More info: https://peoplesfair.com/

7. Coors Brewery Tours

What: Coors has been making beer in Golden, Colo., since the 1870s. The brewery experience includes a 30-minute self-paced tour highlighting the malting, brewing and packaging processes.

Where: Ford Street, Golden, CO

When: Weekly on Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Weekly on Sunday from noon – 4 p.m.

Admission: Free

More info: http://visitgolden.com/coors-brewery/