Enjoy the long weekend at one of the many events happening around Colorado this Labor Day! Check out the weekend round-up below:
Friday, August 31
Rocky Mountain Showdown
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When: August 31
Where: Broncos Stadium at Mile High
It's the ultimate college football game of the season: Colorado Golden Buffaloes vs Colorado State Rams! Make sure you come ready to represent your team on Friday and maybe practice your insults for the other team. At the end of the day, though, it doesn't really matter which team wins ... Ha! Who am I kidding? Of course, it does! GO RAMS!
Hollywood Favorite: La La Land 2D
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When: August 31 to September 1
Where: Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Watch the irresistible musical that won the hearts of millions across the country and follows the love story of Sebastian (Ryan Gosling) and Mia (Emma Stone) in all of its colorful glory on the IMAX screen.
Jazz Aspen Snowmass Labor Day Experience
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When: August 31 to September 2
Where: Snowmass Village Recreation Center
With musical guests like Lionel Richie, Zac Brown Band, Jack Johnson, and many more, who wouldn't want to spend a weekend in the mountains? Sounds like the perfect way to say goodbye to the summer season!
Nan Desu Kan (NDK)
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When: August 31 to September 2
Where: Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel
What started as a small anime festival in 1995 has transformed into one of the largest in the surrounding states! It's essentially a comic book convention but strictly focuses on anime. However, there will also be opportunities for video games, cosplay, an art show, and so much more. NDK has got a little bit of everything!
Colorado State Fair
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When: August 31 to September 3
Where: Colorado State Fairgrounds, Pueblo
Since 1869, the Colorado State Fair has developed into the largest summer event in all of Colorado. And this year’s fair promises to be as big as ever! Visitors can expect family-friendly attractions, live musical entertainment, rodeo events, a demolition derby, delicious food and drinks, and so much more!
Thunder in the Rockies
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When: August 31 to September 3
Where: Thunder Mountain Harley-Davidson, Loveland
The four-day bike rally will bring motorcycle enthusiasts from all over the country to ride, talk shop, listen to live music and other entertainment, and even participate in various competitions! It's a can't-miss event that's gonna bring a little rumble to the Rockies.
Telluride Film Festival
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When: August 31 to September 3
Where: Telluride
Filmmakers and lovers of all kinds will descend upon the small mountain of Telluride. Its population nearly triples in size over Labor Day Weekend, and it's all because of the annual Telluride Film Festival. Unfortunately, we don't know what films will be shown until the event this weekend, so your guesses are as good as ours.
Saturday, September 1
Brews & Views Beer Festival
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When: September 1
Where: Hudson Gardens & Event Center
Enjoy beer? How about beautiful views? Then the Brews & Views Beer Festival is for you! Held at the Hudson Gardens, the festival will allow you to taste craft beers from local breweries and delicious food from various Colorado food trucks, all while taking in the beauty of Mother Nature.
Tour de Fat
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When: September 1
Where: New Belgium Brewing, Fort Collins
Come dressed up and get ready for things to get weird! Cycle through the city of Fort Collins in your alter ego and raise some money at the same time. It's a win-win!
Keystone Oktoberfest
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When: September 1
Where: River Run Village, Keystone
Raise a stein with Colorado-brewed beers, enjoy German fare that'll make your mouth water, and dance to your heart's content as live bands perform on the streets. Oh, and don't forget to wear your lederhosen!
Temple Tantrum Fest
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When: September 1-2
Where: Temple Arts Center, RiNo
Sponsored by Meow Wolf, Temple Tantrum Festival is ready to throw the craziest block party to hit Denver streets! There will be 20 acts spread across two stages as well as stand-up comics, visual artists, food trucks, and an assortment of beer and wine, a costume party, and drag-queen wrestling! (Yes, you read that correctly.)
A Taste of Colorado
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When: September 1-3
Where: Civic Center Park, Denver
A Taste of Colorado, the annual festival that takes place in downtown Denver’s Civic Center Park, will make its grand return for another weekend of good food, good music, and good company. For 35 years, the festival has become the “largest free admission food and music festival in Colorado.”
Colorado Springs Labor Day Lift Off
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When: September 1-3
Where: Memorial Park, Colorado Springs
Watch as hot air balloons take to the skies and cover the blue skyline with an array of color. There's expected to be more than 70 balloons lifting off, and it will all be accompanied by breakfast, drinks, and more from local vendors. Plus, there will be plenty of fun activities (skydiving demos, anyone?) to keep you busy all weekend long.
Sunday, September 2
Fireworks at Elitch Gardens
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When: September 2
Where: Elitch Gardens Theme & Water Park
The downtown Denver skyline will be lit aglow with fireworks to celebrate the conclusion of the summer! It's a fun activity that'll be perfect for every member of the family.
Monday, September 3
CRUSH WALLS Street Art Festival
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When: September 3-9
Where: RiNo
The annual street art festival CRUSH WALLS will take over RiNo and add a pop of color to the walls as graffiti and mural artists leave their marks on the Denver neighborhood.
Colorado Rockies vs San Francisco Giants
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When: September 3
Where: Coors Field
Watch as the Colorado Rockies take on the San Francisco Giants! Don't forget to wear your best Rockies gear.
What are YOUR plans for Labor Day Weekend? Are you staying home or traveling around with the fam? Let us know in the comments below, and have fun!
Read our extremely biased preview of the Rocky Mountain Showdown.