Press Release – July 2026 City of Northglenn Calendar of Events

Press releases are provided to Yellow Scene Magazine. In an effort to keep our community informed, we publish some press releases in whole. 

June 15, 2026

Contact: [email protected] 

July 2026 Calendar of Events

Highlights Include July 4th, National Night Out, and Sesquisemiquincentennial Celebration

Sunshine Storytime

Fridays, July 3 and 24, 10 a.m., E.B. Rains, Jr. Memorial Park Dogwood Pavilion, 11800 Community Center Drive | Ages 2-7

After we read a story, we’ll have fun doing an activity inspired by the book. Event themes: July 3 – America and July 24 – Music. Guardians must stay with their children. This drop-in activity is free.

Senior Independence Day Potluck

Fri., July 3, 12 p.m., Northglenn Senior Center, 1 E. Memorial Parkway | Ages 55+

Join the celebration of 250 years with a festive potluck. Please sign up by July 1. There’s no cost, just bring your most Americana side dish or dessert. Call 303.450.8801 or go to www.northglenn.org/register to sign up. RecTrac: 20530010

July 4th Festival

Sat., July 4, 12-9:30 p.m., E.B. Rains, Jr. Memorial Park, 11800 Community Center Drive

Celebrate America’s birthday! Some call the event the city’s largest family picnic as families and friends bring out their blankets and picnic baskets to get a great seat for the day. Activities include food, music, the Northglenn-Thornton Rotary Duck Derby, the July 4th Car Show, and of course, fireworks! Go to www.northglenn.org/july4 for more information.

Block On

Mon., July 6, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Festival Lawn, 1 E. Memorial Parkway | Ages 4-12

Explore your creativity and building ability with our giant blue blocks on the lawn. Guardians must stay with their children. This drop-in event is free.

Gaming with the Chief

Tues., July 7 and Aug. 4, 1 p.m., Northglenn Senior Center, 1 E. Memorial Parkway | Ages 55+

Challenge Police Chief Jim May in crokinole – a disk-flicking dexterity board game. Refreshments served. This drop-in event is free.

Free Summer Concert Series: Blessing Bled Chimanga

Thurs., July 9, 6:30 p.m., Festival Lawn, 1 E. Memorial Parkway

Grab a blanket or lawn chair, bring some snacks, or indulge in delicious treats from the on-site food trucks, and immerse yourself in a delightful, music-filled summer evening. Blessing Bled Chimanga will bring an energetic blend of African rhythms and marimba beats. Co-hosted with Anythink Libraries as part of its Community Concert Series. This event is free.

Coffee with the Chief

Fri., July 10, 8-9 a.m., IHOP at the Northglenn Marketplace, 104th Avenue and I-25

Meet up with Northglenn Police Chief Jim May to discuss public safety issues in Northglenn. Just stop by for this free get-together – the coffee’s on us!

Weight Room Orientation

Fri., July 10 and Aug. 7, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Northglenn Recreation Center, 1 E. Memorial Parkway | Ages 14+

Learn how to safely use weight room equipment. Cost is free for this walk-in class. Call 303.450.8800 or go to www.northglenn.org/register to sign up. RecTrac: 20425001

Youth Weight Room Orientation

Fri., July 10 and Aug. 7, 12-1 p.m., Northglenn Recreation Center, 1 E. Memorial Parkway | Ages 12-13

Learn proper form, safety guidelines, and how to use machines correctly. Once the activity is completed, participants can access the weight room with an adult. This drop-in program is free. Call 303.450.8800 or go to www.northglenn.org/register to sign up. RecTrac: 20425002

Lawn Games

Fri., July 10, 17, 24, and 31, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Festival Lawn, 1 E. Memorial Parkway | All Ages

Enjoy a variety of outdoor-friendly activities such as badminton, volleyball, ladder golf, spikeball, and more. Cost is free for these drop-in events.

Mudapalooza 18

Sat., July 11, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Northwest Open Space, West 112th Avenue and Ranch Drive | Ages 18+

Now you can play in the mud – and there’s nothing mom can do about it. Go to www.northglenn.org/mudapalooza for more information.

Senior Trivia Time

Tues., July 14, 1 p.m., Northglenn Senior Center, 1 E. Memorial Parkway | Ages 55+

Put your knowledge to the test. This drop-in activity is free.

What is Probate and How Do I Avoid It?

Tues., July 14, 2 p.m., Northglenn Senior Center, 1 E. Memorial Parkway | Ages 55+

Ever wonder how to protect your family after you pass? Are you looking to keep the government and the public out of your affairs after you are gone? This presentation is for you! Cost is free, but please register by July 12. Call 303.450.8801 or go to www.northglenn.org/register to sign up. RecTrac: 20527001

Senior White Elephant Lunch

Fri., July 17, 12 p.m., Northglenn Senior Center, 1 E. Memorial Parkway | Ages 55+

One man’s trash is another’s treasure. Bring a wrapped item of value to exchange after lunch. Cost is $12. Register by July 15. Call 303.450.8801 or go to www.northglenn.org/register to sign up. RecTrac: 20530007

Northglenn Mini City

Fri., July 17, 1-3 p.m., Parsons Theatre Community Rooms, 1 E. Memorial Parkway | Ages 2-10

Join a city-based learning and play day where children discover real-world roles through hands-on play. Each space is designed to encourage creativity, problem-solving, and life skills in a fun and safe setting. Guardians must stay with their children. Cost is free for this drop-in program.

Passport Saturday

Sat., July 18, 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. by appointment only, Northglenn City Hall, 11701 Community Center Drive

Normally only available on weekdays, the Northglenn City Clerk’s Office will be taking passport applications on this Saturday – but you must register in advance at www.northglenn.org/passports or call 303.450.8756. As a bonus, if you bring in a non-perishable food item, you can have your photo taken for free. The donations will be given to Good Shepherd Food Bank in Northglenn.

Sound Bath

Sat., July 18, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Northglenn Senior Center, 1 E. Memorial Parkway | Ages 14+

Immerse yourself in soothing sound vibrations and discover their transformative effects on your body, mind, and energy field. Please register by July 17. Cost is $20 for residents, $25 for non-residents. Call 303.450.8800 or go to www.northglenn.org/register to sign up. RecTrac: 20423001

Ranger Ride: Colorado Bees and Pollinator Gardens

Sun., July 19, 10-11:30 a.m., Stonehocker Farmhouse, 10950 Fox Run Parkway | All Ages

Learn about the local bee population from Northglenn Park Rangers. This fun and easy adventure will span about 1.25 miles and include a visit to the Fox Run Pollinator Garden, making it perfect for the whole family. You must have a helmet and a bike or scooter, and provide your own water. This drop-in event is free.

Senior Book Club: “The Vanishing Place”

Tues., July 21, 1 p.m., Northglenn Senior Center, 1 E. Memorial Parkway | Ages 55+

A shocking murder in the New Zealand bush—and the witness who looks all too familiar—draws a woman back to the very place she swore she’d never return to. Call 303.450.8801 or stop by the center to reserve a copy.

Kool Off at Kiwanis

Tues., July 21, 5:30-8 p.m., Kiwanis Pool, 550 Garland Drive

Take a break from the summer heat with a dip in the pool. Not only is the cost of entry free, but we’ll also be handing out free frozen treats!

Senior Ice Cream Social

Fri., July 24, 1 p.m., Northglenn Senior Center, 1 E. Memorial Parkway | Ages 55+

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! Beat the heat and join us for a build-your-own sundae bar. Cost is free, but please register by July 22. Call 303.450.8801 or go to www.northglenn.org/register to sign up. RecTrac: 20530008

Summer Salad Days Potluck

Fri., July 31, 12 p.m., Northglenn Senior Center, 1 E. Memorial Parkway | Ages 55+

Celebrate the summer with an all-salad potluck. Cost is free, just bring a salad or dessert. Register by July 29. Call 303.450.8801 or go to www.northglenn.org/register to sign up. RecTrac: 20530005

Northglenn Youth Theatre: “Beauty Is The Beast”

July 31, 6:30 p.m.; Aug. 1, 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.; and Aug. 2, 2 p.m.; Parsons Theatre, 1 E. Memorial Parkway

An enchantress curses Belle to take the form of a monstrous beast until she can find true love. (Turns out Beast never learned to look past appearances.) Gathering a squad of “middle-aged” princesses, Belle begins an epic quest to hunt down the witch and break the curse, or find true love. Cost is $11 to $15. Call 303.450.8888 or go to www.northglennarts.org for tickets.

1st Saturday Birding

Sat., Aug. 1, 7-8 a.m., Croke Reservoir South Pier, Naiad Dr. & Kalamath St. | All Ages

See, hear, and observe our feathered friends that call Croke Reservoir home or make a pit stop along their migration. Binoculars are available to use. This drop-in activity is free.

Sesquisemiquincentennial Celebration

Sat., Aug. 1, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Eleanor M. Wyatt Centennial Park & Sculpture Garden, 301 Kennedy Dr.

Come celebrate three significant milestones – 250 years of the United States, 150 years of Colorado statehood, and Centennial Park’s 1976 time capsule reveal!

National Night Out

Tues., Aug. 4, 5:30-8:30 p.m., locations throughout Northglenn

Join us for America’s night out against crime!

National Night Out is one of the country’s biggest neighborhood parties. Visit with neighbors while enjoying a fun potluck. There’s bound to be one in your area! Northglenn Police Department officers, City staff, and elected officials will make the rounds to meet with as many residents as possible.

Interested in hosting an NNO event at your home? Fill out our interest sheet at www.northglenn.org/nno or contact Officer Rashad Taylor at 303.450.8916 or [email protected].

Grand & Me Pancake Party

Wed., Aug. 5, 10 a.m., Parsons Theatre Community Rooms, 1 E. Memorial Parkway | Ages 2-6 and 45+

Bring your grandperson for a cozy morning of pancake fun! Enjoy a sweet pancake story, create a fun craft together, and share a delicious pancake breakfast. Pajamas are welcome! Registration deadline is Aug. 3. Cost is $8 for residents, $10 for non-residents per person. Call 303.450.8800 or go to www.northglenn.org/register to sign up. RecTrac: 20206003

Senior Center: Magic Rob

Thurs., Aug. 6, 12 p.m., Northglenn Senior Center, 1 E. Memorial Parkway | Ages 55+

This magician brings the WOWs of surprise, laughter, and amazement. Youth from the City’s summer day camp will be attending as well. Cost is free, but please register by Aug. 4. Call 303.450.8801 or visit www.northglenn.org/register to sign up. RecTrac: 20531004

Free Summer Concert: Los Mocochetes

Thurs., Aug. 6, 7 p.m., Festival Lawn, 1 E. Memorial Parkway

This Chicano funk band with a colorful cast of characters fuses groovilicious melodies and high-energy stage antics. Grab a blanket or lawn chair, bring some snacks or indulge in delicious treats from the on-site food trucks, and immerse yourself in a delightful, music-filled summer evening. This event is free.

Senior Murder Mystery Lunch

Fri., Aug. 7, 12 p.m., Northglenn Senior Center, 1 E. Memorial Parkway

It’s a time capsule cold case. Is anyone still alive to solve this mystery? Piece together clues to find out who done it! Cost is $20. Please sign up by Aug. 5. Call 303.450.8801 or go to www.northglenn.org/register to sign up. RecTrac: 20530006

###