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 2026 free day bookmark – PDF.)

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

Remember to use the date selector to highlight the time frame you’re interested in! Please always check with organizations prior to attending as dates and times are subject to change.

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Feb 2020

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Feb 2020

Denver Center for the Performing Arts

SCFD Access Sale

Tue Aug 18, 12-12PM

Denver, CO

Museum of Outdoor Arts

Marjorie Park SCFD Free Day

Wed Aug 19, 10AM-4PM

Greenwood Village, CO

Denver Botanic Gardens

Free Days Denver Botanic Gardens at Plains Conservation Center

Thu Aug 20, 9AM-2PM

Aurora, CO

Youth On Record

16 LIVE is bringing Denver's Dance & DJ culture to downtown. Two Thursdays a month August - October.

Thu Aug 20, 5-9PM

Denver, CO

Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus

Joy Park Free Night - In collaboration with Denver Parks and Recreation, Joy Park and Adventure Forest will be open for free on Friday July 17, August 21 and September 25 from 4:30 - 8 pm. Tips for a Great Visit: Reservations are not required for this event, just show up and enjoy! Prepare for climbing, digging, zip-lining, splashing, all-in play by bringing sunscreen, towels, a change of clothes and extra socks. Please note: Joy Park Free Nights are rain or shine. In the case of severe weather, Joy Park and Adventure Forest will close. Except for the restrooms, the inside of the Museum will be closed. Pets are not allowed in Joy Park. Service dogs are always welcome.

Fri Aug 21, 4:30-8PM

Denver, CO

South Suburban Park and Recreation – Cultural Department

Free Family Fun Nights - this event will take place every 3rd Friday from June through September at Sheridan Recreation Center from 5:30pm -7:30pm

Fri Aug 21, 5:30-7:30PM

Sheridan, CO

Historic Elitch Gardens Theatre

Family Film Series – THE GREATEST SHOWMAN. Step right up and experience a free, family‑friendly screening of The Greatest Showman, the dazzling musical that celebrates imagination, courage, and the joy of bringing people together. Sing along to unforgettable songs as P.T. Barnum and his extraordinary cast light up the screen with heart, spectacle, and vibrant storytelling. Balloon animals, face painting and stilt walkers set the stage for an evening of circus magic. Don’t forget the popcorn! Doors open at 6:00 pm. Film starts at 7:00 pm.

Fri Aug 21, 6-9PM

Denver, CO

South Suburban Parks and Recreation – Nature Programs

Nature Center and Park Visitation - The Carson Nature Center is open for drop in visitation weekends from 9:30am - 4:30pm. Visit live animals, build city on our flood table, and explore exhibits. Over 6 miles of trails in the open space, and five fishing lakes are open sunrise to sunset daily.

Sat Aug 22, 9:30AM-4:30PM

Littleton, CO

Metropolitan Choral Festival

Season 14 - "Carmina Burana"

Sat Aug 22, 3-4:30PM

Denver, CO

Historic Elitch Gardens Theatre

Concert in the Carousel – Denver Mandolin Orchestra and Sentimental Sounds. The Denver Mandolin Orchestra will be doing a free 1-hour performance at the Old Elitch Gardens Carousel House at 3775 Tennyson St. DMO will be playing a music of many genres from various eras. They share the bill with Sentimental Sounds, playing beloved melodies for a warm summer evening. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Bring lawn chair seating and blankets to enjoy this free Concert in the Carousel!

Sun Aug 23, 6-8PM

Denver, CO

Denver Museum of Nature & Science

Denver Museum of Nature & Science Free Days and Nights

Mon Aug 24, 9AM-5PM

Denver, CO

Denver Botanic Gardens

Free Days at Denver Botanic Gardens - York Street and Chatfield Farms

Tue Aug 25, All Day

Denver, CO

Historic Denver/ Molly Brown House Museum

SCFD Free Day

Wed Aug 26, 10AM-4PM

Denver, CO

Museum of Outdoor Arts

Marjorie Park SCFD Free Day

Wed Aug 26, 10AM-4PM

Greenwood Village, CO

Control Group Productions

neverhome geolocated soundwalk – an audio experience played from your digital device, site-specifically "installed" on a route along the Lakewood Gulch Trail from the 40 West Arts Nexus to Parque de la Amistad. The soundwalk stretches about 3 miles and plays through an app on your device, guided by your GPS location. It's available for free anytime you choose. You can go with friends or alone, listen on headphones or a portable speaker (respectful of other park users), and take as long as you want to explore the stories and sounds that comprise the experience.

Thu Aug 27, All Day

Denver, CO