Fall Festivals, Corn Maze and Finding Nemo!

Northern Colorado shines in the fall with parades, concerts, festivals, and family fun — from Erie’s Brewfest and Thornton’s Harvest Fest to Boulder’s Pearl Street Stampede and Lafayette’s Mini-Con. It’s the perfect time to enjoy crisp days, cozy nights, and the spirit of community. At Colliers Hill in Erie, you’ll find that same connection and celebration right at home.

TONIGHT, Thursday September 25

ERIE’S EL VAQUERO: AMERICA’S FIRST COWBOY
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Angel Vigil as he shares the adventures of the vaqueros in full costume, demonstrating tools, trick roping, and lasso lessons while exploring the Spanish and Mexican roots of cowboy culture in the American West.

Erie Community Center, 450 Powers St., Erie
4:15 p.m.–5:15 p.m.
Tickets: Free

SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: FOUNTAINS!

The CU Boulder Symphony Orchestra opens its season with Respighi’s Fountains of Rome, the Colorado premiere of Quinn Mason’s Serenade for Strings, and Strauss’ Suite from Der Rosenkavalier for an evening of sweeping, colorful orchestral works.

Macky Auditorium, 1595 Pleasant St., Boulder
7:30 p.m.
Tickets: Free

This Weekend and Next!

CORN MAZE, FALL FESTIVAL, WITH GAMES 

Colorado’s longest-running 25-acre corn maze with eight miles of trails! The maze is open day and night and is never haunted (although there is a haunted option for older kids and adults!). In the daytime maze, search through all sections to find the checkpoints or wander aimlessly and get lost in a giant corn maze with three games to choose from. Entrance to the maze is included in every admission to the farm. And that’s not all! On lots of open days there are activities like a wagon ride, trivia track, jump pad, combine slide, kiddie Korner, pumpkin carriage, barrel train, petting zoo, face painting, duck races, and a paintball shooting gallery.

Tickets are limited for Fall Festival 2025 and many dates are expected to sell out. 
Purchase Tickets ONLINE to avoid being turned away at the door! Children 3 & Under are FREE. Fall Festival Admission is included with your Terror in the Corn Ticket Purchase

TOMORROW, Friday, September 26

BUTTERFLY PAVILION’S SPIDERS AROUND THE WORLD EXHIBITION
Face your fears and discover the beauty of spiders in this immersive exhibition featuring tarantulas, jumping spiders, and Colorado’s native species, highlighted by Spider Zone — a barrier-free walk-through habitat where orb-weavers spin webs all around you.

Butterfly Pavilion, 6252 West 104th Ave., Westminster
Through Thurs., October 30, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Tickets: $17.45

ERIE HIGH SCHOOL HOMECOMING PARADE
Show your Tiger pride as the Erie Optimist Club presents the annual Homecoming Parade, bringing the community together downtown to cheer on the Erie Tigers.

Downtown Erie, Briggs St., Erie
4:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Tickets: Free

MUSIC BY AMERICAN COMPOSERS
The Longs Peak Brass Quintet performs a free lakeside concert of familiar favorites by Gershwin, Joplin, John Williams, Mancini, and more — perfect for all ages to enjoy with a sunset view at MacIntosh Lake.

MacIntosh Lake / Flanders Park, 2116 North Shore, Longmont
6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Tickets: Free

PEARL STREET STAMPEDE
Kick off CU’s home football weekend as the Golden Buffalo Marching Band parades down Pearl Street with players, coaches, and a vintage 1948 fire truck, stopping to perform on each block of the Pearl Street Mall.

Downtown Boulder, 1942 Broadway, Boulder
7:00 p.m.
Tickets: Free

KIDS’ NITE OUT–BEST FRIENDS NIGHT
Kids enjoy themed fun like a Bestie Photo Booth, karaoke, kickball, and bingo, plus swimming, crafts, scavenger hunts, and more, all in a safe, supervised environment at Paul Derda Recreation Center.

Paul Derda Recreation Center, 13201 Lowell Blvd., Broomfield
7:00 p.m.
Tickets: $20 per child

Friday–Saturday, September 26–27

GOODNIGHT MOON–A FIBER TALE
See the classic children’s story reimagined as a life-sized fiber art installation made of over 150 miles of yarn, paired with interactive performances from the Impact Playback Theatre Ensemble that transform audience stories into spontaneous theater.

Dairy Arts Center, 2590 Walnut, Boulder
Fri., 7:00 p.m.; Sat., 2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.
Tickets: $20

Friday–Sunday, September 26–28

NORTHGLENN YOUTH THEATRE | FINDING NEMO JR.–THE MUSICAL
Dive into Disney and Pixar’s Finding Nemo Jr., a 60-minute musical adaptation featuring new songs, favorite characters, Dory will be there and Gill, too. You’ll enjoy this beloved undersea adventure filled with heart and humor.

Northglenn Arts Parsons Theatre, 1 E. Memorial Pkwy, Northglenn
Fri. & Sat., 6:30 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 2:00 p.m.
Tickets: $11–$15

Saturday, September 27

FREE ENTRANCE AT ALL NATIONAL PARKS
Take advantage of National Public Lands Day with free entrance to every U.S. national park, monument, and historic site — including 15 locations right here in Colorado. It’s the perfect opportunity to explore a new park or revisit a favorite, all while saving on entrance fees.

All National Parks
All Day
Tickets: Free, reservations may be required at select locations

THE BIG WONDERFUL FESTIVAL & BEER FEST
Denver’s favorite block party takes over 16th Street Mall with beerfest, live bands, DJs, karaoke, giant games, local vendors, and themed cocktails for a lively day-long celebration in the heart of downtown.

16th St. Mall, Denver
10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Tickets: $25

ERIE TAILS & ALES
Celebrate with your four-legged friends at this community festival featuring food trucks, live music, pet vendors, and a beer garden at Reliance Park — dogs welcome but not required.

Reliance Park, 900 County Rd 1.5, Erie
3:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Tickets: Free admission

NEXT WEEK: Wednesday, October 1

ERIE COFFEE WITH A COP
Join Erie police officers for casual conversation over coffee on National Coffee with a Cop Day — no speeches or agenda, just a chance to connect with local officers in a relaxed setting.

Downtown Erie, Erie
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Tickets: Free

Friday, October 3

LOUISVILLE MESSY ART (AGES 2–5 & CAREGIVERS)
Little ones can explore creativity through fun, hands-on messy art projects designed for sensory play and early learning — dress for mess!

Louisville Public Library, 951 Spruce St., Louisville
10:15 a.m.–10:45 a.m.
Tickets: Free, registration required

FIRST FRIDAY LOUISVILLE: HALLOWEEN ON THE TOWN
Celebrate the final First Friday of the season with live music, art, shopping, and festive fun as historic Main Street transforms into a lively Halloween-themed evening.

Historic Downtown Louisville, Main St., Louisville
5:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Tickets: Free

Saturday, October 4

ADAMS COUNTY CRAFT SHOWS: FALL FESTIVAL CRAFT SHOW
Browse handmade goods from over 100 vendors at this craft show and fundraiser for the Adams County Museum, with free parking and affordable admission.

Riverdale Regional Park & Fairgrounds, 9755 Henderson Rd., Brighton
9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Tickets: $5 admission (cash only), children 12 & under free

ERIE ADAPTIVE STORYTIME
Designed for neurodivergent children and those who benefit from multi-sensory approaches, this smaller-group storytime includes movement, music, stories, and play, with siblings welcome.

Erie Library, 400 Powers St., Erie
9:30 a.m.
Tickets: Free, registration required

THORNTON HARVEST FEST
Thornton’s biggest fall festival features live music, cultural performances, games, kids’ activities, food, beer garden, craft vendors, first responder displays, lucha libre wrestling, and more — a full day of family fun at Carpenter Park.

Carpenter Park, 3498 E. 112th Ave., Thornton
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Tickets: Free admission

LAFAYETTE MINI-CON (VOL. 3)
This family-friendly comic-con style event takes over the Lafayette Library with art workshops, Drag Queen Storytime, science demos, face painting, magic shows, and special guest graphic novelist R. Alan Brooks, plus the annual Sustainability Costume Exchange.

Lafayette Public Library, 775 W Baseline Rd., Lafayette
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Tickets: Free

12TH ANNUAL ERIE BREWFEST (21+)
Sample craft beers, ciders, and spirits alongside food trucks, music, and vendors at Erie’s annual Brewfest, a 21+ outdoor celebration held rain or shine at Coal Creek Park.

Coal Creek Park, 575 Kattell, Erie
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Tickets: $45 online through Oct. 3, $50 day of event, $5 designated driver

LAFAYETTE COSTUME EXCHANGE
Swap instead of shop this Halloween at the annual costume exchange, where families can bring gently used costumes and pick out new-to-you options for free during Lafayette Mini-Con.

Lafayette Public Library, 775 W Baseline Rd., Lafayette
1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Tickets: Free

Sunday, October 5

BAL SWAN TOUCH A TRUCK
Kids can climb, explore, and discover fire engines, construction trucks, and more, meet local heroes, and watch Flight for Life land at noon, with a low-sensory session available for families.

Anthem Community Park, 15663 Sheridan Pkwy, Broomfield
11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Tickets: Free

Final Opportunities in Colliers Hill

In Northern Colorado, fall means crisp evenings, lively festivals, and warm moments with friends and neighbors. At Colliers Hill, connection is built in, with beautifully designed Richmond American homes from the mid $500s — an ideal place to embrace the season. With slightly over a dozen new homes left to purchase in this ideal NoCo community, now is the time to secure your new build!