September in Colorado means crisp mornings, golden aspens, and weekends packed with festivals and events. From Parker to Castle Rock to Denver’s city center, there’s no shortage of family-friendly fun.
- Castle Rock ArtFest (Sept. 6-7): Two days of juried art, live music and entertainment on the main stage; food trucks and interactive exhibits.
- 150th Anniversary & Outdoor Model Train Day (Sept. 6): Enjoy free train rides and music from the Castle Rock Band at the Castle Rock Museum.
- Aurora Mallapalooza 50th Anniversary Party (Sept. 13-14): Get ready to dance, sing, and celebrate 50 years of the Town Center at Aurora. Live bands, food vendors, DJs, and community vibest all weekend long.
- Oktoberfest - Castle Rock (Sept. 20): Live German music, food trucks, and bounce houses and inflatable games for the kids.
- Parker Fall Fest (Sept. 27): Downtown Parker. Hay bale maze, prowl of pumpkins, lawn games, street hockey, carnival games with prizes, food trucks.
- Highlands Ranch Oktoberfest (Sept. 27): A community favorite with pumpkin patches, hayrides, and games for kids; Dachshund races and stein-hosting contests.
Fall is one of the best times to connect with your community. Whether you’re carving pumpkins or discovering local artists, these festivals bring us all closer together.
