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Free Days

Free Days Are For You!

Organizations from across the metro area provide hundreds of free days and free programs each year made possible, in part, by funding from SCFD. (Printable 2024 free day updated bookmark – PDF.)

Some organizations are free every day such as Broomfield Veterans Museum, City of Lakewood Art Exhibitions, Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park, Foothills Art Center, Colorado Music Hall of Fame, The Aurora History Museum, Depot Art Gallery, and Louisville History Museum! Check back here soon for a full list!

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Denver Young Artists Orchestra (DYAO)

DYAO Presents: 3rd Annual Fortissimo Fall Festival: Join us for the 3rd Annual Fortissimo Fall Festival on October 13 from Noon to 3:00 at Stanley Marketplace's West Patio! Enjoy captivating solo and small group performances by talented DYAO members and local musicians. Dive into the festive spirit with a pumpkin painting contest, carnival games, delicious food, and exciting prizes to be won.
Sun Oct 13, 12-2PM
Aurora, CO
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Museum of Outdoor Arts

SCFD Free Days at Marjorie Park: Enjoy free entry into Marjorie Park from 9:00am to 4:00pm on the below SCFD Free Days, May through October. Last admission is granted at 4:00pm and the park closes at 5:00pm. Advanced registration is required.
Mon Oct 14, 9AM-4PM
Greenwood Village, CO
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Denver Museum of Nature & Science

SCFD Free Day - Satisfy your science curiosity during our SCFD Free Days and Free Nights. No need to reserve your ticket ahead of time online. Walk up anytime during Free Days or Free Nights and gain access to the Wildlife Halls or our permanent exhibitions. A separate ticket is required if you'd like to visit the planetarium or the brand-new Infinity Theater.
Sun Oct 20, 9AM-5PM
Denver, CO
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Four Mile Historic Park

Free Fridays at Four Mile
Fri Oct 25, 10AM-4PM
Denver, CO
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The Art Garage

Open Studio: Need space to work on your art? Join our monthly open studio available at a pay-what-you-can donation to The Art Garage! This is a chance to bring your own work and materials, engage in a focused environment surrounded by other local artists, work at your own pace, and give and get creative feedback from peers. *Please read our Code of Conduct and reach out to The Art Garage staff at 303-377-2353 or info@artgaragedenver.com to inquire about bringing special materials such as oil paints, ceramics, and encaustics.
Fri Oct 25, 5:30-8:30PM
Denver, CO
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Roshni

Open Mic & Mingle: Open Mic & Mingle is our ongoing effort to bring together Community, Art and Artists of all genres and disciplines. It takes place every 4th Friday of the month at House of Friendship on 9641 E 16th Ave, Aurora.
Fri Oct 25, 6-8PM
Aurora, CO
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Brightonmusic Choir and Orchestra Inc.

Homespun Local Composers Orchestra, Choir, Jazz Concert
Sun Oct 27, 4-6PM
Brighton, CO
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Buntport Theater Company

"Eyes Up, Mouth Agape" - November 1-23, Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30; Sundays at 2pm; Monday, Nov 11 at 7:30 - Industry Night supporting Denver Actor's Fund
Fri Nov 01, All Day
Denver, CO
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Denver Zoo

Denver Zoo Free Days: Denver Zoo is offering seven (7) Community Free Days throughout 2024 for anyone in our community. To provide the best experience for all of our guests, we are offering a limited number of tickets for each Free Day. These tickets are now available on a first-come, first served basis. Anyone who wants to attend a Free Day must register online once tickets are released according to the dates below.
Fri Nov 01, 10AM-4PM
Denver, CO
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City of Lafayette Arts & Cultural Resources Department

Closing Reception for Día de los Muertos Exhibit
Fri Nov 01, 5-7PM
Lafayette, CO
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Clyfford Still Museum

SCFD Free Day: In appreciation of the citizens who support the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD), and in the spirit of community engagement, the Clyfford Still Museum offers free admission on select days throughout the year. Online registration for free tickets will be open one week before each SCFD Free Day. In addition to SCFD Free Days, the Clyfford Still Museum will offer eight Pay-What-You-Wish Days in 2024.
Sat Nov 02, 10AM-2PM
Denver, CO
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Clyfford Still Museum

SCFD Free Day & Night at the Museums: Please join us for Night at the Museums, an annual Denver Arts Week event. Every year multiple museums around the city of Denver stay open late, from 5:00 - 10:00 pm. Visit Denver organizes free shuttle service between participating museums. Enjoy our current exhibition and create art in our Making Space. This event is free to attend and happens on a SCFD Free Day.
Sat Nov 02, 10AM-10PM
Denver, CO
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Denver Art Museum

Free Days at the DAM: Engage with art, explore onsite activities, and experience exhibitions on view all while enjoying free general admission!
Sat Nov 02, 10AM-5PM
Denver, CO
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Mizel Institute

Counterterrorism Education Learning Lab (CELL) Free Day: SCFD Free Days at the all-new, state-of-the-art CELL Exhibit: Through this interactive and educational exhibit, you will discover the most pressing issues impacting national security and how you can play a role in enhancing public safety.
Sat Nov 02, 10AM-4PM
Denver, CO
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Pop Culture Classroom

Bennett Mini-Con
Sat Nov 02, 10AM-5PM
Bennett, CO
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