Calendar

Dec
16
Sat
2023
Jingle on the Avenue @ Downtown Golden
Dec 16 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Spend a magical day in Golden meeting and mingling with family favorite holiday characters–classic and new–in Downtown Golden along Washington Avenue, which will be closed for the festive event.

Bring your camera for plenty of photo opportunities, including a “Selfie with an Elfie” station, live music, Newfoundland dog cart rides, and lots of festive holiday fun for the whole family!

Christmas elves pose around a Christmas tree on the sidewalk

 

Feb
3
Sat
2024
Goldens in Golden @ Parfet Park
Feb 3 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Celebrate Golden Retrievers in Golden during “Goldens In Golden” with lots of fun, fanfare, fluff, and photo ops.

Festivities Include:

  • Pup Meet and Mingle in Parfet Park
  • Free Pup Cups, Giveaways, and Vendor Booths
  • Official event photography opportunities under the iconic “Welcome to Golden” Arch
  • Photo ops under our mini “Welcome to Golden” Arch

Trained, friendly, and leashed dogs are invited, and owners are kindly requested to please clean up after their dog.

Event Schedule

  • 11 a.m. – Meet and greet in Parfet Park where you can enjoy complimentary “pup cup” treats, pose for photos under our mini Welcome Arch, purchase official Goldens In Golden merchandise, browse the vendor village and meet Golden based pet organizations.
  • 11 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12 p.m. – Official Event Photography: three separate opportunities to join a group photo under the Welcome Arch on Washington Ave.
  • 1 p.m. – Official festivities end at 1 p.m. and Washington Avenue will re-open to vehicle traffic. Afterwards, head out around Golden on your own. There will be many dog-friendly deals, plenty of patios and lots of nearby trails to enjoy!
May
28
Tue
2024
Golden Bike Cruise 2024 @ Calvary Church
May 28 @ 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Golden Bike Cruise sign drapes over a brick wall with event-goers gathered and mingling in the background.The Golden Bike Cruise is back with fun costume-themed rides, live music, beer from New Terrain, food from Bob’s Burgers, and prize drawings at each event.

The event takes place on the last Tuesday of the month, May through September. Kegs are tapped at 5:30 p.m., the Cruise begins at 6:30 p.m., and the fun continues until 9 p.m.!

The theme for May is Super heroes! Come as your favorite super hero.

Riders begin and end at Calvary Church in Golden, 818 14th St.

For more information, visit www.goldenbikecruise.com.

Jun
1
Sat
2024
Golden Farmers Market @ Golden Library Parking Lot
Jun 1 @ 8:00 am – 1:00 pm

Golden Farmers Market logoThe Golden Farmers Market, sponsored by the Golden Chamber of Commerce, takes place Saturdays, June 1 – Oct. 5 (closed July 27 for Buffalo Bill Days) from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at  10th and Illinois.

The Farmers Market features 70 vendors of produce and homemade artisanal foods and goods. Food trucks are onsite for visitors to enjoy breakfast or lunch by the creek.

Leashed, friendly dogs are welcome.

Parking in the area is by permit or paid, so please pay attention to signs when visiting the market, or consider alternative transportation.

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

For more information, visit GoldenFarmersMarket.org.

Jun
8
Sat
2024
Golden Farmers Market @ Golden Library Parking Lot
Jun 8 @ 8:00 am – 1:00 pm

Golden Farmers Market logoThe Golden Farmers Market, sponsored by the Golden Chamber of Commerce, takes place Saturdays, June 1 – Oct. 5 (closed July 27 for Buffalo Bill Days) from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at  10th and Illinois.

The Farmers Market features 70 vendors of produce and homemade artisanal foods and goods. Food trucks are onsite for visitors to enjoy breakfast or lunch by the creek.

Leashed, friendly dogs are welcome.

Parking in the area is by permit or paid, so please pay attention to signs when visiting the market, or consider alternative transportation.

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

For more information, visit GoldenFarmersMarket.org.

Jun
15
Sat
2024
Golden Farmers Market @ Golden Library Parking Lot
Jun 15 @ 8:00 am – 1:00 pm

Golden Farmers Market logoThe Golden Farmers Market, sponsored by the Golden Chamber of Commerce, takes place Saturdays, June 1 – Oct. 5 (closed July 27 for Buffalo Bill Days) from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at  10th and Illinois.

The Farmers Market features 70 vendors of produce and homemade artisanal foods and goods. Food trucks are onsite for visitors to enjoy breakfast or lunch by the creek.

Leashed, friendly dogs are welcome.

Parking in the area is by permit or paid, so please pay attention to signs when visiting the market, or consider alternative transportation.

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

For more information, visit GoldenFarmersMarket.org.

Jun
22
Sat
2024
Golden Farmers Market @ Golden Library Parking Lot
Jun 22 @ 8:00 am – 1:00 pm

Golden Farmers Market logoThe Golden Farmers Market, sponsored by the Golden Chamber of Commerce, takes place Saturdays, June 1 – Oct. 5 (closed July 27 for Buffalo Bill Days) from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at  10th and Illinois.

The Farmers Market features 70 vendors of produce and homemade artisanal foods and goods. Food trucks are onsite for visitors to enjoy breakfast or lunch by the creek.

Leashed, friendly dogs are welcome.

Parking in the area is by permit or paid, so please pay attention to signs when visiting the market, or consider alternative transportation.

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

For more information, visit GoldenFarmersMarket.org.

Foothills Artsweek Golden Festival 2024 @ Downtown Golden
Jun 22 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Foothils Art Center logoARTSWEEK GOLDEN is a week-long celebration of the arts, culminating in the ARTSWEEK GOLDEN FESTIVAL, a juried arts festival sponsored by Foothills Art Center, with local and national artists exhibiting their works in downtown Golden. Exact location to be announced, but the festival happens right in downtown Golden.

When:  Saturday, June 22 and Sunday, June 23 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Jun
23
Sun
2024
Foothills Artsweek Golden Festival 2024 @ Downtown Golden
Jun 23 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Foothils Art Center logoARTSWEEK GOLDEN is a week-long celebration of the arts, culminating in the ARTSWEEK GOLDEN FESTIVAL, a juried arts festival sponsored by Foothills Art Center, with local and national artists exhibiting their works in downtown Golden. Exact location to be announced, but the festival happens right in downtown Golden.

When:  Saturday, June 22 and Sunday, June 23 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Jun
25
Tue
2024
Golden Bike Cruise 2024 @ Calvary Church
Jun 25 @ 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Golden Bike Cruise sign drapes over a brick wall with event-goers gathered and mingling in the background.The Golden Bike Cruise is back with fun costume-themed rides, live music, beer from New Terrain, food from Bob’s Burgers, prize drawings at each event.

The event takes place on the last Tuesday of the month, May through September. Kegs are tapped at 5:30 p.m., the Cruise begins at 6:30 p.m., and the fun continues until 9 p.m.!

Riders begin and end at Calvary Church in Golden, 818 14th St.

2024 Themes:

  • May: Superheroes
  • June: Barbie and Ken!
  • July: Team USA
  • August: Jimmy Buffett/Margaritaville
  • September: Zombie Prom

For more information, visit www.goldenbikecruise.com.

COG Mesa

 Golden was named after Thomas L. Golden,
a gold prospector who arrived in Jefferson County in 1858.

Additional Resources

City of Golden, Colorado
COG Mesa
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