Authors and Artists and Farmer’s Markets!
TODAY/TONIGHT, Thursday, August 28
Labor Day weekend and beyond bring plenty of family fun, from the Erie Air Fair with flight demos and live music to the Niwot Honey Bee Harvest Festival buzzing with tastings, kids’ activities, and artisan vendors. Stroll the Longmont Farmers Market, join a morning nature walk in Broomfield, or dance the night away at Rhythm at Roosevelt in Longmont. With outdoor concerts, festivals, and hometown traditions filling the calendar, Northern Colorado is the perfect place to celebrate summer’s grand finale
PALISADE PARK FESTIVAL & FARMERS MARKET
Spend a Thursday evening at the Palisade Park Festival & Farmers Market, featuring local farmers, crafters, artists, gourmet food vendors, live music, and kids’ activities. With food trucks, drinks, and plenty of community spirit, this family-friendly market is the perfect way to enjoy summer nights.
Palisade Park Amphitheater, 680 West 168th Pl., Broomfield
4:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Tickets: Free (vendors on-site)
Saturday, August 30
LONGMONT FARMERS MARKET
Discover what’s fresh at the historic Boulder County Fairgrounds, where over 120 local producers and artisans bring their best to this beloved community tradition. Enjoy weekly live music, kids’ crafts, and a play space, plus monthly artisan markets on the fourth Saturday. With fresh flavors, familiar faces, and a vibrant atmosphere, it’s the perfect Saturday outing.
Sunday, August 31
POTTED AND POURED IN THE GARDEN
Sip, shop, and get your hands dirty at this pop-up with Happy Day Plants in Left Hand’s Beer Garden. Choose from a selection of pots and plants to build your own creation, or shop ready-to-go greenery while enjoying live music during the Shandy Shakedown event.
The Beer Garden at Left Hand, 1245 Boston Ave., Longmont
2:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Tickets: Free (plants and pots available for purchase)
Monday, September 1
BUTTERFLY PAVILION EDUCATIONAL SERIES AT THE OUTLETS
Discover the world of pollinators with an engaging STEM-focused lesson led by Butterfly Pavilion educators. This fun, interactive program brings science to life for all ages, sparking curiosity and creativity while highlighting the important role pollinators play in our ecosystem.
Thursday, September 4
AUTHOR TALK: THE PRESSING STONES BY ANDREA VAN DE LOO
Join author Andrea van de Loo as she shares her extraordinary journey from childhood trauma in WWII Netherlands to healing and spiritual discovery across the world. Her memoir, The Pressing Stones: The Healing Journey of a Nazi’s Daughter, explores family trauma, spirituality, recovery, and resilience, offering hope and wisdom through deeply personal storytelling. Books will be available for purchase, and Andrea will sign copies after the talk.
Friday, September 5
LOUISVILLE MESSY ART (AGES 2–5 & CAREGIVERS)
Let your little ones explore, create, and get messy at this hands-on art program designed for ages 2–5 and their caregivers.
Each month features a new project guaranteed to spark creativity — so be sure to dress for mess!
Louisville Public Library, 951 Spruce St., Louisville
10:15 a.m.–10:45 a.m.
Tickets: Free (registration required)
FARMFEST MUSIC EVENINGS AT SUNFLOWER FARM
Soak up the magic of a late-summer evening at Sunflower Farm with live local music, food trucks, and plenty of farm fun. Explore the grounds, meet the animals, and enjoy dinner and drinks while the sun sets to the sounds of fantastic local bands. Bring your chairs, blankets, and family for a one-of-a-kind concert experience surrounded by peacocks, chickens, and laughter. Music starts around 5:30 p.m.
Sunflower Farm, 11150 Prospect Rd., Longmont
4:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Tickets: $27 per person (babies 12 months and under free)
FIRST FRIDAY LOUISVILLE: DOG DAYS OF SUMMER
Celebrate the Dog Days of Summer at Louisville’s lively First Friday series! Stroll historic Main Street, explore curated shops, enjoy live music and art, and sip on refreshing drinks while soaking in the community spirit of downtown. AND, come and meet adoptable dogs during the event, brought to you by RezDawg Rescue!
Historic Downtown Louisville, Main Street, Louisville
5:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Tickets: Free (vendors on-site)
FLEETWOOD MAC & MEAT LOAF TRIBUTE: FLEAT AND MEET!
Get ready for an epic night of rock nostalgia as two powerhouse tribute bands take the stage at Dickens Opera House. Fleatwood Mac delivers the timeless hits of Fleetwood Mac with stunning harmonies, while Meet Loaf brings the drama and anthems of Meat Loaf to life. Sing along to classics like Go Your Own Way and Bat Out of Hell in an unforgettable double feature concert. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with food and drinks available.
Dickens Opera House, 302 Main St., Longmont
7:00 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Tickets: $35+ (all ages, prices increase $5 day of show)
Saturday, September 6
ERIE ADAPTIVE STORYTIME
Designed for neurodivergent children and those who benefit from multisensory learning, Adaptive Storytime fosters early literacy skills in a welcoming, flexible environment. With movement, music, stories, sensory options, and play, this program is tailored to preschoolers but open to older kids and siblings as well.
NIWOT HONEY BEE HARVEST FESTIVAL
Buzz over to downtown Niwot for the 5th annual Honey Bee Harvest Festival, a celebration of pollinators and community. Enjoy educational talks, live music, kids’ activities, mead tasting, beeswax candle rolling, honey and bee products, plus artisanal vendors lining historic 2nd Avenue.
BRIGHTON ART IN THE PARK
Celebrate creativity at Brighton’s annual Art in the Park festival, featuring a vibrant artist market, live performances, and interactive activities. Stroll through booths showcasing local talent, enjoy entertainment throughout the day, and discover unique works of art in a lively community setting.
SCFD FREE DAY: DENVER ART MUSEUM
Enjoy a full day of art and creativity at the Denver Art Museum with free admission for all. Explore galleries, take part in onsite activities, and experience the latest exhibitions. Advance reservations are encouraged, and remember — kids 18 and under are always free!
Denver Art Museum, 100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver
10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Tickets: Free (registration required)
17TH ANNUAL BRIGHTON CHILE FEST
Spice up your weekend at Brighton’s biggest chile celebration! Enjoy fresh-roasted Hatch, Pueblo, and homegrown Brighton chiles all day long, plus live music from Narrow Gauge, a bigger bar, food trucks, and more vendors than ever before. It’s a flavorful community festival you won’t want to miss.
RHYTHM AT ROOSEVELT
Spend the day at Roosevelt Park with live local bands, free family activities, and a vibrant festival atmosphere. Dance, play, and enjoy delicious food and drinks available for purchase as the music keeps rolling from afternoon into the night — rain or shine.
Saturday–Saturday, September 6–13
LONGMONT ARTS WEEK
Celebrate Longmont’s creative spirit during a week-long showcase of art, culture, and community. Longmont Arts Week highlights local talent and organizations through exhibitions, performances, and collaborative events, all centered in the Longmont Creative District. The week kicks off with Rhythm at Roosevelt on September 6 and wraps up with the beloved Artwalk on September 13.
Sunday, September 7
ERIE AIR FAIR
Take to the skies at the Erie Air Fair, a fun-filled day featuring aircraft demonstrations, live music, vendors, food, face painting, and a beer garden. Highlights include a drone demo by Erie Police, a parachute flag ceremony, and thrilling flight demonstrations throughout the day.
Wednesday, September 10
BROOMFIELD PRESCHOOL MORNING NATURE WALKS
Little explorers and their caregivers can discover the wonders of nature on these guided walks with Broomfield naturalists. Learn about local animals and plants while enjoying fresh air, fun, and exploration in nearby open spaces.
Fast Forward to Fall on the Hill!
As summer fades and the first hints of fall arrive in Northern Colorado, it’s the perfect moment to savor the season’s best — outdoor concerts, local festivals, farmers markets, and crisp evenings spent with neighbors. From one last show under the stars to the first cool breeze of autumn, Colliers Hill is a community where connection comes naturally. Explore thoughtfully crafted homes by Richmond American starting in the $500s, and find your place where the warmth of summer meets the promise of fall.
