Celebrate the Fair Parade in downtown Castle Rock, presented by the Castle Rock Chamber in partnership with the Town of Castle Rock. Parade starts on the south end of Town, and flows down Wilcox to 4th, to Perry, and ends at the Castle Rock Fire Department. This event is free to the public.
Event Type: Community
Castle Rock Artfest
Delight in the artistic impressions of more than 110 Artists from across the country at this two-day event in Downtown Castle Rock. Castle Rock Artfest is presented by the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce. The Castle Rock community is abundant with public art which ignites creativity and inspires conversation. There is an enormous commitment to the arts where residents realize that the arts are important to preserving culture and quality of life. This two day event is held in downtown Castle Rock at Festival Park. Delight in the artistic impressions of more than 110 Artists from across the country. Continual live main stage entertainment, featuring popular musicians, will provide a complimentary backdrop to this year’s program. Admission is free to this 2 day event.
Castle Rock Starlighting
Step into a Norman Rockwell scene at Starlighting, an annual traditional community ceremony that includes lighting the star on top of Castle Rock followed by a fireworks display. Festivities include caroling, dancing, visiting with Santa Claus, kids activities, nonprofit booths, food vendors, hot chocolate, and the iconic chili supper at the Firehouse.
Collections: Unexpected Treasures
Collections: Unexpected Treasures opens Feb. 2 and runs through May 25 at the Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures. The Main Gallery exhibition will showcase a variety of unusual collections, including combs, rocks, thimbles, Cooper’s tools, scrap metal transformed into artwork, stone axes, arrowheads, local and international masks, barbed wire, music boxes, and African baskets. Pictures of huge trolls, designed by Thomas Dumbo from discarded wood, will highlight what can be created from collected old pallets. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for students and seniors, $1 for ages 4-15, and free for children 3 and under. The Global Village Museum is located at 200 West Mountain Avenue, and Museum hours are 11 am to 5 pm Tuesday through Saturday. For more information, visit globalvillagemuseum.org or call 970-221-4600.
Ghostbusters Fill The Ecto Toy Drive & Nintendo Switch Giveaway
St. Nix is partnering with the High Plains Ghostbusters, Northern Colorado Ghostbusters & Fort Collins Ghostbusters to put on a Fill The Ecto Toy Drive event on Dec 16th From 10am – 2pm. St. Nix will also be doing 20% off their whole store and giving raffle tickets for a Nintendo Switch Light for anyone who purchases or brings a toy to donate at the store from 10am-7pm. This event will benefit Kenzi’s Causes which brings toys to Colorado kids who otherwise may not get anything for Christmas. Bring out a packaged unwrapped toy or purchase one to donate, get your picture with a Ghostbuster & Ghostbuster Santa and get entered into multiple giveaways going on. This Fill The Ecto Toy Drive Happening At St. Nix will only be one day Dec 16th. Dont miss it. (only one raffle ticket per person age 18 or older, Fill the Ecto event is from 10am – 2pm but you have until 7pm on the 16th to either purchase or bring a toy to donate to St. Nix for a ticket into the Nintendo Switch raffle)
2024 Denver Preschool Showcase
The 9th annual Denver Preschool Showcase is a free, one-stop opportunity for Denver families to connect with numerous quality-rated programs throughout the city and learn about early childhood resources, including tuition support through the Denver Preschool Program. The indoor event will feature free food, family-friendly activities, photo ops with a famous Minion and admission to the Denver Zoo.
Loveland’s Annual Valentine’s Day Group Wedding & Vow Renewal Ceremony
A romantic ceremony with music you vote on, a customized ceremony, keepsake photos, a LOCK couples can use to “Lock their love” on the famous LOVE sculpture or HEART sculpture in Loveland, gift bags, signature wedding cupcakes, and a chance to win a huge gift basket, along with surprises at the Eagles game! An original way to celebrate your love ON Valentine’s Day!
2024 brings you a once in a lifetime opportunity to get married ON THE ICE at Blue Arena – prior to an Eagles Hockey Game!
Wedding & Vow Renewal Package
$160 per couple
1. Custom Wedding & Vow Renewal Ceremony in the Sweetheart City, Loveland CO
2. Romantic Ceremony & LIVE Music
3. Your Marriage Certificate Signed by the Officiant
4. Signature Wedding Cupcakes from B Sweet Cupcakes
5. Gift Bag from Participating Northern Colorado Businesses
6. Keepsake Photo with Custom Backdrop – Onsite
7. Keepsake Lock you can Use to Permanently ‘Lock your Love’ on the Famous Loveland Sculpture or Heart from Visit Loveland!
8. A Chance to Win a BIG Gift Basket from Local Businesses!
9. 2 Tickets for Each Couple to Attend the Eagles Hockey Game After Your Ceremony!
10. FREE Parking for All Wedding Couples
11. Discounted Game Tickets for Your Family (limited number)
12. Chance to Win Highlights During the Eagles Hockey Game
13. Professional Photographer Photos of the BIG DAY
Nepal and Himalayan Adventures
Kumar Karakheti, a Fort Collins resident and native of Nepal, will present Nepal and Himalayan Adventures at 6 pm Thursday, Jan. 11, at the Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures. The presentation is part of the Museum’s Global Adventures gatherings. Karakheti, who has trekked 65 times to Everest Base Camp, is the owner and lead guide for Journeys, LLC, a company that specializes in custom expeditions in the Himalayas. The Museum’s gift shop will also have items for purchase from Nepal, including blankets made from the wool of yaks, woolen hats and gloves, scarves, and singing bowls. Reservations are $10/person, and registration is requested at globalvillagemuseum.org. Wine and refreshments will be served, and there will be time for socializing and meeting other travelers. The Global Village Museum is located at 200 West Mountain Avenue, and Museum hours are 11 am to 5 pm Tuesday through Saturday. For more information, visit globalvillagemuseum.org or call 970-221-4600.
Foods of the Winter Solstice
Foods of the Winter Solstice will be presented from noon to 3 pm Saturday, Jan. 20, at The Cooking Studio Fort Collins. The fun cook-and-consume class has been organized by the Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures in conjunction with its Main Gallery exhibit, Fire and Light: Winter Solstice Traditions. Working with professional chefs, participants will prepare the meal and then savor their creations. The menu will consist of: Wild Mushroom and Goat Cheese Crostini; Celery Root-Potato Purée; Seared Beef with Juniper Berries, Rosemary and Cabernet-Brandy Reduction; and Pomegranate Frangipane Tart (which contains almonds). The chefs will assist with culinary skills and cooking techniques, and all food and cooking equipment will be provided. Free take-home recipe packets will also be available. Registration to the class is $100/person, and reservations are required by Friday, Jan. 12, at globalvillagemuseum.org. As the class is limited to 16 people, early registration is encouraged. Persons with allergies or food restrictions should email Sophi at admin@globalvillagemuseum.org. The Cooking Studio is located at 123 N. College, Suite 130, on the main floor of the Opera Galleria in Old Town. The Global Village Museum is located at 200 West Mountain Avenue, and Museum hours are 11 am to 5 pm Tuesday through Saturday. For more information, visit globalvillagemuseum.org or call 970-221-4600.
Brushes & Brews
Calling all artists and beer lovers! Join us for a Brushes and Brews class at our brewery on Dec 27 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm! We’ll provide all the materials you need, including paints, brushes, and canvases. You just need to bring your creativity and a sense of fun!
We’ll be painting a bright winter moon scene, and we’ll have plenty of beer on tap, as well as wine, spirits, cider and even NA drinks to keep you hydrated. So come on down and relax, unwind, and create a masterpiece!