Calendar

Sep
30
Sat
2023
Golden Farmers Market @ Golden Library Parking Lot
Sep 30 @ 8:00 am – 1:00 pm

Golden Farmers Market logoThe Golden Farmers Market, sponsored by the Golden Chamber of Commerce, takes place Saturdays, June 3 – Oct. 7 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at  10th and Illinois.

The Golden Farmers Market connects shoppers to growers of fresh produce and local vendors of artisanal food, health, beauty and wellness items.

The Golden Farmers Market welcomes SNAP Benefits and offers Double Up Food Bucks for patrons.

For more information, visit GoldenFarmersMarket.org.

Oct
1
Sun
2023
Autumn Fest 2023 @ Golden History Museum
Oct 1 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Autumn Fest logoAutumn Fest is a free celebration of Golden featuring hands-on activities for the whole family, including crafts, big trucks, and even farm animals!

Join us to welcome the fall season at Golden History Museum (923 10th St.) with free and low-cost family-friendly activities:

  • Make-your-own thaumatrope station and lawn games (hoop toss, ladder ball, and cornhole)
  • 4-H petting zoo
  • Craft stations
  • BIG TRUCKS (Streets, Fire, and Police Departments)
  • Costumed Civil War interpretation
  • Karate demonstration

Learn more at GoldenHistory.org.

Oct
7
Sat
2023
Golden Farmers Market @ Golden Library Parking Lot
Oct 7 @ 8:00 am – 1:00 pm

Golden Farmers Market logoThe Golden Farmers Market, sponsored by the Golden Chamber of Commerce, takes place Saturdays, June 3 – Oct. 7 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at  10th and Illinois.

The Golden Farmers Market connects shoppers to growers of fresh produce and local vendors of artisanal food, health, beauty and wellness items.

The Golden Farmers Market welcomes SNAP Benefits and offers Double Up Food Bucks for patrons.

For more information, visit GoldenFarmersMarket.org.

GFD Safety Day @ Golden Fire Station 1
Oct 7 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Come out to Fire Station #1 at 911 10th Street on Oct. 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a free, Fire Prevention Week Safety Day, sponsored with the help of local and regional partners.

Activities for all ages will be featured, including fire truck tours, live fire demonstrations, and the opportunity to practice hands-on fire safety skills with first responders.

Light refreshments provided.

Green Expo and Reception @ American Mountaineering Center
Oct 7 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Following the Metro Denver Green Homes Tour, come out to the American Mountaineering Center for a free celebration of all things green!

Come explore an eco-friendly tiny home, visit the solar growing dome, try demo bikes and explore the EV Roundup of locally owned EV’s and new dealer models.

Enjoy free appetizers, local beverages and live music. It’s an event not to be missed!

Oct
9
Mon
2023
Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Oct 9 all-day

City administration offices will be closed in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day on October 9, 2023.

Indigenous Peoples' Day is Oct. 9, 2023
Oct
14
Sat
2023
Beer Tasting and Chili Cookoff @ Parfet Park
Oct 14 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Individuals, businesses and restaurants offer up their best chili for tasting and competition at Parfet Park on Oct. 14 from 1 to 4 p.m.

Sponsored by the Golden Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Coors Distributing Company, this event will showcase 30+ brands of beer, from domestic beers to imports and local specialty crafts.

Learn more and get your tickets at www.goldenbeerchilicookoff.org.

Oct
31
Tue
2023
Trick or Treat Street @ Downtown Golden
Oct 31 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

On Halloween, Oct. 31 from 3 to 4:30 p.m., downtown Washington Ave. will be closed to cars and filled instead with tiny zombies, super-heroes and other masked little ones, all ready to fill their trick-or-treat bags in a safe atmosphere with candy provided by local Golden merchants.

Bring your little ones for some sugar-saturated, non-spooky fun!

Nov
6
Mon
2023
Fall Yard Waste Collection Days
Nov 6 @ 7:00 am

Yard Waste Collection DaysThis fall, the curbside yard waste collection dates for Pay as You Throw (PAYT) program customers will occur on your normal service day during the week of November 6-10, 2023. For more details, please see our guidelines for collection.

To receive updates regarding the City’s waste and recycling service, please subscribe to our email reminders and be notified of one day delays for holiday weeks, severe weather notifications, or service delays that may affect your recycling and garbage collection. This email service is only for City of Golden PAYT program customers.

Please see our service calendar pdf download for alternating recycling and compost weeks and remember to have your carts out by 7 a.m. on your day of service.

Nov
7
Tue
2023
Fall Yard Waste Collection Days
Nov 7 @ 7:00 am

Yard Waste Collection DaysThis fall, the curbside yard waste collection dates for Pay as You Throw (PAYT) program customers will occur on your normal service day during the week of November 6-10, 2023. For more details, please see our guidelines for collection.

To receive updates regarding the City’s waste and recycling service, please subscribe to our email reminders and be notified of one day delays for holiday weeks, severe weather notifications, or service delays that may affect your recycling and garbage collection. This email service is only for City of Golden PAYT program customers.

Please see our service calendar pdf download for alternating recycling and compost weeks and remember to have your carts out by 7 a.m. on your day of service.

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 Did You Know?
Golden was originally chosen as the territorial capital of Colorado in 1862.

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