This weekend, June 15-17, is packed with amazing activities and festivals!
We've hit the halfway point of 2018, and June is full of incredible events to keep things moving forward. And to make sure you don't miss any of the fun activities happening this weekend, June 15-17, we've put together a little weekend round-up. (You're welcome.)
Friday, June 15
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Courtesy of Stuart Semple (Facebook)[/caption]
When: June 15
Where: McNichols Building, 144 W. Colfax Ave., Denver
British artist Stuart Semple is gonna bring a little cheer to the city with a new public exhibition called
Happy Clouds, where hundreds upon hundreds of smiley-face bubble clouds cascade across the Denver skies.
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Courtesy of Colorado Events (website)[/caption]
When: June 15-16
Where: Acacia Park, Colorado Springs
From paintings to sculptures, to photography and woodwork, there are plenty of gorgeous pieces of art waiting for you at the June Jubilee Art and Craft Fair.
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Courtesy of Denver Comic Con (Facebook)[/caption]
When: June 15-17
Where: Colorado Convention Center
Come dressed as your favorite character, meet over 400 artists and writers, get autographs and photos ops with famous celebrities, and much more!
When: June 15-17
Where: Sports Authority Field at Mile High
Where else are you gonna enjoy up to 18,000 pounds of meat?? Indulge in mouth-watering barbecue by some of the country's most renowned pitmasters.
When: June 15-17
Where: 4610 E. Alameda Ave., Denver
Opa! This year's festival marks as the 53rd and is one that the entire family can enjoy. Try some traditional Greek food and become immersed in the rich culture through dance and music.
Saturday, June 16
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Courtesy of Denver PrideFest (website) | Photo by Stevie Crecelius of Wonderworks[/caption]
When: June 16-17
Where: Civic Center Park
Celebrate Pride month at Denver PrideFest and participate in the parade, enjoy live music, and more. Put on by the GLBT Community Center of Colorado, they encourage you to spread the love.
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Courtesy of Colorado Renaissance Festival (Facebook)[/caption]
When: June 16-17
Where: 650 W. Perry Park Ave., Larkspur
The first weekend of the Colorado Renaissance Festival is here! Get ready for hi-jinks and fun as you walk through the kingdom and meet all sorts of colorful characters, including washing well wenches and pirates.
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When: June 16
Where: Downtown Aquarium
Celebrate World Sea Turtle Day at the Downtown Aquarium and learn all about the sea-dwelling creatures like the sea turtles, sharks, and more.
Sunday, June 17
With Sunday being Father's Day, there aren't a lot of big events happening (other than the weekend-long events already listed above). But, there are
plenty of brunch spots around Denver where you can take Dad to celebrate his big day!
Click here to see our top five favorites. And if you're still on the hunt for the perfect gift,
we've got you covered, too.
Well, what are YOUR weekend plans? Any other fun events happening that we missed on our list? Let us know in the comments below!
