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5/1/25

TOGETHER WITH
Good morning, Arvada—Weekends like this remind us why we love Arvada. From local festivals to Derby Day watch parties, there's no shortage of fun ahead—and one celebration you won't want to miss is The TRN Grandview's 2-year anniversary bash. With live music, food and drink specials all weekend long, it's the perfect excuse to get out and celebrate with the community. Full event details and more local happenings are just a scroll away!
DAILY TRIVIA
Which U.S. state was the first to join the Union?
A) - California
B) - Delaware
C) - Texas
D) - New York
Answer at the bottom of the newsletter
SPONSORED
Celebrate The TRN Grandview’s 2-year anniversary all weekend long with live music, food and drink specials, and fun for everyone! Friday kicks off with a Breckenridge Distillery Old Fashioned event and music from Supersonic Duo. Saturday brings 2-for-1 margaritas, Derby Day on the big screen, and more live music. Don’t miss Sunday and Monday’s Cinco de Mayo specials. Come raise a glass with this beloved Arvada spot!
Thursday 5/1
Yappie Hour!
Where: The Colorado Tap House
Starts: 4-7pm
Cost: Free
Kolsch Service
Where: LUKI
Starts: 4-7pm
Cost: Free to attend
Nomadic Mobile Sauna
Where: The Colorado Tap House
Starts: 5-9pm
Cost: $25 for 30 min.
National Civics Bee
Where: Revive Church
Starts: 5:30-7pm
Cost: Free Registration
Live Music: Taylor Frederick
Where: The Bluegrass Olde Town
Starts: 6pm
Cost: Free
Annual Derby Hat Decorating Party
Where: School House Arvada
Starts: 6:30pm
Cost: Free
Friday 5/2
Birding for Everyone
Where: Majestic View Nature Center
Starts: 8-9:30am
Cost: $5 Registration
First Friday Perler Bead Craft Night
Where: Secret Level Arvada
Starts: 5-10pm
Cost: Free
Wisconsin Fish Fry/ GT & The Sidewinders
Where: Rockabillies
Starts: 5-9pm/ 7-10pm
Arvada Art Drop
Where: Olde Town Arvada
Starts: 6-7pm
Cost: Free
Live Music: Brett Stakelin
Where: The Bluegrass Olde Town
Starts: 6pm
Cost: Free
Pride Prom
Where: Community Recreation Center
Starts: 6-10pm
Cost: $20 Enrollment
Taco & Tequila Tasting
Where: Freedom Street Social - Gaucho Parilla
Starts: 6:30-9pm
Cost: $75 Per Person
Saturday 5/3
Mom’s Train Free in May
Where: Surge Kickboxing
Starts: 8am-12pm
Cost: Free for Mom’s
Cruise In Car Show
Where: The Colorado Tap House
Starts: 8:30am-1pm
Cost: Free
Denver Beer Company 50K
Where: Denver Beer Co.
Starts: 9am-9pm
Cost: Starting @ $130
2025 Hope House 5K & Fun Run
Where: Apex Center
Starts: 9am
Cost: Starting @ $20 Registration
Bike Friendly Arvada - Bike Rides
Where: Red Silo
Starts: 10am
Cost: Free
Tangerine Sky Market Pop-Up
Where: 7310 52nd Ave.
Starts: 10am-3pm
Cost: Free
Kentucky Derby Party
Where: The Colorado Tap House
Starts: 10am-10pm
Cost: Free
Bluegrass Kentucky Derby Party
Where: The Bluegrass Olde Town/ Candelas
Starts: 12pm-12am
Cost: Free
May Days Market
Where: Fade It Golf & Social Club
Starts: 12-4pm
Cost: Free
Kentucky Derby Watch Party
Where: Fade It Golf & Social Club
Starts: 2-6pm
Cost: Free
2025 Kentucky Derby Party
Where: School House Arvada
Starts: 2:30pm
Cost: Free Reservations
Live Music: Tony Rosario
Where: The Bluegrass Candelas
Starts: 6pm
Cost: Free
Live Music: Matt Flaherty
Where: The Bluegrass Olde Town
Starts: 6pm
Cost: Free
Cinco De Mayo Party
Where: Freedom Street Social
Starts: 6-10pm
Cost: Free
Open Mic
Where: La Dolce Vita Coffee Shop
Starts: 7pm
Cost: Free
Sunday 5/4
May The 4th Star Wars Day
Where: The Colorado Tap House
Starts: 8:30am-9:30pm
Cost: Free
The Remix Brunch
Where: Freedom Street Socail
Starts: 11-3pm
Cost: Reservations Encouraged
May the 4th Be With You
Where: Talnua Distillery
Starts: 1-7pm
Cost: Free
Coffee & Create: Watercolor Flowers
Where: Standley Lake Library
Starts: 1:30-3pm
Cost: Free
Sunset Yoga
Where: Ralston Central Park
Starts: 7:30pm
Cost: Free