Free Things to Do in Denver This Week, August 1-8, 2022

August has started out hot, with plenty of cool events. Some are tied to the ten-year anniversary of Denver Days, which ends today; get the full schedule here. But that’s just the start of the free fun, which includes outdoor movies, concerts and more.

Keep reading for the five best free events in Denver (and beyond) today:

Leadville Boom Days
Sunday, August 7, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Leadville
Leadville Boom Days return, celebrating the historic town’s rowdy days with a parade, mining competitions, games and shows, music and dancing, food and art vendors, and much more. If you haven’t seen burro races at 10,000 feet, you’re missing a Western tradition. Get all the details here.

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