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TODAY/TONIGHT: Thursday, July 25

FOGGY MEMORY BOYS
Quickly becoming one of the most exciting acoustic acts in the Southwest today, the Foggy Memory Boys blur the lines between traditional bluegrass roots music and more contemporary styles.

Discovery Park, 20115 Mainstreet, Parker
6:30-8:00 p.m.
FREE

Friday, July 26

FITNESS FRIDAY ZUMBA

Fitness Fridays are for everyone! Open to all fitness levels, this series offers a variety of formats taught by our amazing fitness staff! Bring your whole family. Fitness Fridays’ classes are free and registration is not required. This Friday’s focus: Zumba!

Philip S. Miller Amphitheater, 1375 W. Plum Creek Pkwy, Castle Rock
8:00 a.m.
FREE

WESTERN HERITAGE CATTLE DRIVE
Castle Rock is a thriving community, and the Town’s western heritage is alive and well. Don’t miss the weekend of activities to celebrate Douglas County’s history and honor a longstanding tradition — the Douglas County Fair and Rodeo. Western Heritage Welcome kicks off the celebration. The Old West will truly come to life. Watch as cowhands drive a herd of longhorn cattle through Downtown. Starting at Rock Park, the herd will continue along Perry Street before completing the journey right in front of the Castle Rock Police Department. 

This year’s celebration features an exciting new addition. The Rocky Mountain Indigenous Dancers, made up of members of tribes from across the plains, will lead the cattle drive with a captivating processional performance. Lots of Western activities will take place in Festival Park, too! Watch additional performances by the Rocky Mountain Indigenous Dancers, take an old-time photo with the family, grab delicious food truck fare and enjoy entertainment for all ages!  

Starting at Rock Park, the herd will continue along Perry Street before completing the journey right in front of the Castle Rock Police Department. Lots of Western activities will take place in Festival Park, too!

Rock Park (1710 Front St.) to Perry Street, Castle Rock 
6:00-8:00 p.m.
FREE

Thursday-Saturday, July 25-28

MEAN GIRLS: HIGH SCHOOL VERSION
After a 5-week intensive professional theatre training, our Youth Repertory Ensemble will culminate by performing Mean Girls: High School Version on the mainstage! Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. But when Cady and her friends devise a “Revenge Party” to end Regina’s reign, she learns the hard way that you can’t cross a Queen Bee without getting stung.

Fine Arts Center, 20 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs
Thurs.-Sat., 7:00 p.m.; Sun., 2:00 p.m.
Tickets: $17

Friday, July 26

TUNES ON THE TERRACE: MISTURA FINA
Mistura Fina will take you on a delightful ride through the world of Percussive jazz. Mistura Fina’s music is a stimulating journey through the vast influences and contributions of Caribbean, Central and South American music, melded with jazz, and the quintessential rhythms of Africa.

All Tunes performances this year will take place rain or shine. If there is inclement weather and the concert is moved to the Main Stage, patrons will be notified of the change via email on the day of the performance. In the event of inclement weather, all reserved seats in the Terrace Theater have a corresponding seat in the Main Stage Theater. Our ushers will help accommodate those with lawn seating in available seating within the Main Stage Theater.

Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree
7:30 p.m.
Tickets: $40-$45
Phone: 720-509-1000

Friday-Sunday, July 26-28 AND August 1-4

DOUGLAS COUNTY RODEO
There are almost too many activities to list that surround this annual event that draws residents of Castle Rock, but also from all points of Douglas County! Starting with the exciting cattle drive, parade, and fair, you can look forward this weekend to a carnival (at the Fairgrounds), marketplace shopping, Kodiak Ranch Petting Zoo, a Butterfly Encounter, a Llama Show, Junior Division Dog Shows, the crowning of Cowboy/Cowgirl Royalty, Cowboy Captain Tall Tale, Raptor Education, jugglers, Mutton Bustin’, horse shows, a Vintage Car Club Show and music by Seth Held, Sarah P & the Dirty Logger, Jeffrey Alan Band and more! And that doesn’t begin to touch on all the rodeo competitions from Barrel Racing, Steer Roping, to Bulls, Broncs and Bucks! Don’t miss this once-a-year loud and proud extravaganza this weekend and next at the Fairgrounds, right off Plum Creek Pkwy. Some days are free grounds admission and some require tickets. Check them out here.

Douglas County Fairgrounds, Castle Rock
Various Days and Times
Admission: $11/day

Friday-Sunday, July 26-28

BLUEY’S BIG PLAY
Grab the sticky geckos, break out the duck cakes, and alert the grannies! It’s time to meet the much-loved Heeler family live show, Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Show!  It’s the Emmy® Award-winning animated preschool series, which airs on Disney Junior, Disney Channel and Disney+ road show!

When Dad feels like a little bit of Sunday afternoon time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag. Bluey’s Big Play is a brand-new theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award-winning children’s television series, with an original story by Bluey creator Joe Brumm, and new music by Bluey composer, Joff Bush. Join the Heelers in their first live theatre show made just for you, featuring brilliantly created puppets, this is Bluey as you’ve never seen it before, brought to real life. Bluey’s Big Play is presented by BBC Studios and Andrew Kay in association with Windmill Theatre Co.

Pikes Peak Center for Performing Arts, 190 S. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs
Fri., 6:00 p.m.; Sat./Sun., 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.
Tickets: Start at $30
Phone: 719-575-9632

LEGALLY BLONDE
A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances – this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal!

Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school. While there, she struggles with peers, professors and her ex. With the support of some new friends, though, Elle quickly realizes her potential and sets out to prove herself to the world.

“Ridiculously enjoyable from start to finish.” – The Independent

PACE CENTER, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker
Fri./Sat., 7:30 p.m.; Sat./Sun., 2:00 p.m.
Tickets: Start at $39

Saturday, July 27

DOUGLAS COUNTY FAIR PARADE
In the early 1950s the business community wanted to promote the Douglas County Fair and Rodeo prior to the event launch to increase commerce into their businesses. In its 38th year, the Douglas County Fair and Rodeo became even more grand when they included a fabulous parade to kick off and welcome the western heritage festivities. The parade starts at the south end of town and flows down Wilcox to 4^th to Perry and ends at 2^nd Street. Don’t miss this community event that draws residents from all corners of Castle Rock to celebrate our combined legacy!

South end of Downtown (see route above), Castle Rock
9:00 a.m.
FREE – Just get there early!

BOOTS & BREWS 
Following the Douglas County Fair Parade, thousands gather in Festival Park to enjoy live bands, food trucks, beer, cocktails and take a shot at their “eight-second ride” on a Mechanical Bull before they head to the Fair & Rodeo Sunday. Vendors include La Chaparrita Sabor de Mexico; Original by Greeks; Rory’s Blue Collar Catering; plus ice cream and shaved ice trucks. Musical entertainment will be provided by Brennen Futa, the 101^st Army Band and the John Saunders Band. And lots of craft breweries will be represented!

Festival Park, 300 Second St., Castle Rock
11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
FREE

STICK FIGURE, SUBLIME & ZIGGY MARLEY
With a distinctive sound developed through tireless attention to musicality and artistry, Stick Figure has redefined American reggae music with his latest album, Wisdom, released on September 9th, 2022. Wisdom is Stick Figure’s seventh album and follows the unprecedented success of 2019’s World on Fire, which peaked at number 34 on the Billboard Top 200, #6 overall Top albums, #1 Independent, and #1 Reggae album.  On the live side, Stick Figure averaged over 4,200 tickets sold per show on an almost entirely sold out 2022 tour, according to Pollstar, and played major multi-genre festivals in 2023 after headlining the top reggae festivals.

Both as the leader of and later as a solo artist, Ziggy Marley asserted his individual role as a reggae star, honoring the socially conscious values of his family’s legacy while securing his own space in global music and culture. As the oldest son of reggae legend Bob Marley and his wife Rita, he was the natural heir to the throne left vacant by his father’s untimely death in 1981. 

Beginning in the late ’80s, Marley and his younger siblings helped infuse reggae with heavy doses of vibrant pop, breaking through with their Grammy-winning 1988 masterpiece, the – and -produced Conscious Party, which yielded the Top 40 hit “Tomorrow People” and was followed a year later by their biggest commercial success and second Grammy winner, One Bright Day.022.

Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre, 6350 Greenwood Plaza Blvd., Greenwood Village
3:30 p.m.
Tickets: Start at $49

MAGIC AND MIND READING: KENT
Las Vegas is coming to Lone Tree for one night only. The Mind Reader is an internationally-touring, fully-interactive “mind reading” and magic show with an ending that will absolutely blow your mind. Arts Society and Me called Kent “a Master Illusionist” and “an absolutely unforgettable show”. U.S. Culture and Style called the performance “captivating,” and the audiences’ energy “electric”.

Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree
7:00 p.m.
Tickets: $41-$51

Saturday-Sunday, July 27-28

ROCK THE MOUNTAIN
This summer is rockin’ at the Outlets at Castle Rock with the outdoor mall bringing live entertainment to the East 4^th Street Courtyard (next to H&M) for the second year running. New bands every weekend perform a variety of genres and types of music, from cover bands, to independent artists. THIS weekend you can take in the sounds of Blaze Duo on Saturday and Kory Brunson on Sunday. 

Outlets at Castle Rock, 5050 Factory Shops, Castle Rock
3:00-6:00 p.m.
FREE

Sunday, July 28

YOGA IN THE PARK
Yoga means “union” and when practiced outside, you can experience union with nature, humanity and the universe. Being outside deepens the yoga experience in many ways and helps focus awareness, breathe deeply and practice stillness. Please join us for these free classes at the Amphitheater at Philip S. Miller Park on Sunday mornings to find a deeper meaning to your yoga workout. Led by the Town’s Parks and Recreation Department, each week a different format is featured including Yoga Foundations, Hatha, Flow to Yin, Elemental, Yin Yoga.

Philip S. Miller Amphitheater, 1375 W. Plum Creek Pkwy, Castle Rock
8:30 a.m.
FREE
Info: 303-814-7453

FESTIVAL PARK FARMERS MARKET
Enjoy warmer temperatures and seasonal goods at The Farmers Market at Festival Park. Don’t miss locally raised meats, farm-fresh eggs, a variety of fresh produce, delicious baked goods, artisan-made products and more from nearly 40 vendors. Support local business and agriculture while getting outside, meeting neighbors and enjoying delicious local fare. The market runs every Sunday through mid-October.

Festival Park, 300 Second St., Castle Rock
9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
FREE

NEXT WEEK: Monday, July 29

YOGA IN FESTIVAL PARK
Yoga means “union” and when practiced outside, you can experience union with nature, humanity and the universe. Being outside deepens the yoga experience in many ways and helps focus awareness, breathe deeply and practice stillness.

Please join your fellow yoga fans for these free classes at Festival Park on Monday evenings to find a deeper meaning to your yoga workout.

Festival Park, 300 Second St., Castle Rock
6:30 p.m.
FREE

Tuesday, July 30

ARTS AFIELD
This “en plein air” program allows small groups of visual artists special access to varied locations on the property. Artists pre-register for each date and meet in the parking lot. Everyone carries in and carries out their supplies, to enjoy the day from 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Artists may use the garage restroom (near the Castle) and past participants call these inspiring days for capturing images of the vistas, land, wildlife, and structures. Each date requires a $32 access fee and a completed signed Land Liability Waiver form that will be emailed to you.

Cherokee Ranch & Castle, 6113 N. Daniels Park Rd., Sedalia 
8:30 a.m.
Cost: $34 Reservations Are Required
CALL: 303-688-5555

Wednesday, July 31

JAZZ IN THE PARK
Each Wednesday of June, July and August local musicians gather in Festival Park to entertain locals and visitors in Downtown Castle Rock. Come and give a listen to his satisfying talent and enjoyable tunes. 

Festival Park, 300 Second St., Castle Rock
6:30-8:00 p.m.
FREE

Thursday, August 1

BUSH, JERRY CANTRELL & CANDLEBOX
After three decades, well over 24 million records sold, a GRAMMY® Award nomination, 1 billion streams, and a procession of #1 hits, BUSH stand tall as rock outliers whose imprint only widens as the years pass. Turn on rock radio, and it won’t be long before you hear “Glycerine” or “Machinehead.” On the big screen, their music courses through blockbuster franchises such as John Wick. On the road, they regularly pack amphitheaters and ignite festival stages. In 1994, the group delivered their seminal debut, Sixteen Stone. It notably achieved a six-times platinum certification, remaining a pillar of modern rock. 

Rolling Stone cited it among “1994: The 40 Best Records From Mainstream Alternative’s Greatest Year,” while Stereogum exclaimed, “It feels like music untethered from time, separate from its history.” The triple-platinum follow-up, Razorblade Suitcase, bowed at #1 on the Billboard Top 200 and boasted “Swallowed,” which garnered a GRAMMY® Award nomination in the category of “Best Hard Rock Performance.” Their catalog spans the platinum The Science of Things [1999] through The Kingdom [2020], which arrived to acclaim highlighted by “Flowers On A Grave” and “Bullet Holes.” As indefatigable as ever, the band released its ninth full-length offering, The Art of Survival [BMG] in late 2022. Thus far, they have notched 25 straight Top 40 hits on the Modern Rock and Mainstream Rock charts, earning six #1 entries. This Fall, the band is releasing their first ever career retrospective, Loaded: The Greatest Hits 1994-2023.

Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre, 6350 Greenwood Plaza Blvd., Greenwood Village
6:00 p.m.

Tickets: Start at $35

DISCOVERY PARK SUMMER CONCERT: TITONIC
This eight-piece Funk/Soul/R&B band TITONIC plays and incredible rundown of grand slam hits from the past fifty years including covers from Stevie Wonder, Steely Dan, Earth Wind and Fire, Aretha Franklin, The Doobie Brothers, and more.  Regardless of whether you’re into Disco/Funk, Motown/Soul, Classic Rock, 80’s-90’s, Todays Top 40 Hits, Ballads and Jazz Standards, Swing, or Country, Titonic provides the perfect excuse for listeners of any age to move on the dance floor.

Discovery Park, 20115 Mainstreet, Parker
6:30-8:00 p.m.
FREE

JAZZ AT THE CASTLE
Join fellow jazz fans for an unforgettable evening featuring the captivating Patrice LeBlanc and her band. LeBlanc is a dynamic and versatile performer who has made a name for herself as an accomplished vocalist and pianist, both solo and with her band. She tailors each performance to her audience, ensuring the perfect atmosphere for any occasion. With a repertoire that spans Jazz, Blues, Rock, Broadway, Folk, and Classical, Patrice guarantees a unique and memorable entertainment experience.

Your ticket includes a tour of the castle, a live music performance, heavy appetizers, and a cash bar. Reservations are required and are non-refundable.

Cherokee Ranch & Castle, 6113 N. Daniels Park Rd., Sedalia 
8:30 a.m.
Cost: $61.75 
CALL: 303-688-5555

Thursday-Saturday, August 2-3

SHAYNE SMITH
Through his excellent storytelling and unique style, Shayne Smith is quickly becoming one of the most talked-about comedians on the scene. He most recently self-released a half-hour special Alligator Boys and previously released an hour-long special Prison for Wizards on YouTube and Facebook, which has amassed over 32 million views.

Shayne explores the true horror stories of his life with his lighthearted surreal interpretations, proving that you can’t judge a book by its face-tattooed cover. You may have heard him on Dry Bar Comedy or co-hosting the comedy podcast Freaky Geeks. Always outgoing and overflowing with contagious positivity, Shayne Smith is someone you don’t want to miss!

Comedy Works South, 5345 Landmark Pl., Greenwood Village
Thurs., 7:30 p.m.; Fri./Sat., 7:15 & 9:45 p.m.
Tickets: $25-$35
Phone: 720-274-6800

Saturday, August 3

PETRIFIED FOREST HIKE
Hidden in our rugged backcountry lies Colorado’s largest Petrified Forest. After years of exploration and study, we are ready to share this unique natural wonder with you. Join our geology guides to see these ancient trees up close, examine the fossilized wood and learn about the fascinating process of petrification and our theories about the ancient river that deposited these trees here.

It’s an adventure made especially for those with a thirst for geology and fossils, but you needn’t be a paleontologist to sign up. There is something for everyone and anyone 12 or older is welcome. The hike is short (2.5 hours), but rugged, so come prepared with sturdy shoes and plenty of water. All hikes require shoes that protect your feet–sandals or shoes that do not cover your feet are not allowed. A minimum of one liter of water for every two hours of hiking is recommended as well as snacks for any hike over two hours. Most hikes are in open meadows and exposed slopes so hats and sunscreen are also highly recommended.

Cherokee Ranch Headquarters, 5036 US Hwy 85, Sedalia
9:00 am.
Cost: $39.50

Sunday, August 4

PARKER HONEY FESTIVAL
The 17th Annual Honey Festival makes its buzzworthy return to Parker where visitors can indulge in a fun-filled event aimed at raising awareness and appreciation for the humble honeybee through an array of educational and entertaining activities.

The festival will welcome between 20-25 vendors, local beekeepers and beekeeping organizations who will showcase their wares and share their knowledge on all things bees! In addition, attendees can look forward to a kids hive, music and artistic displays. To enhance the educational aspect of the festival, all vendors will be required to offer an interactive and educational activity.

This year’s Honey Festival promises to be an unforgettable experience that celebrates the beauty and importance of the honeybee.

O’Brien Park, Downtown Parker
8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
FREE

Monday, August 5

ACTIVE MINDS: THE ORIGINS OF WWII
Join history buffs for an exploration and understanding of how the stage was set for war by a variety of forces, including military alliances, imperialism, nationalism, and failed diplomacy.  We will trace the seeds of conflict and examine how they played out, ultimately erupting into a war that involved most of the world and changed the face of history.

Castle Rock Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock
6:00-7:30 p.m.
RSVP

Tuesday, August 6

DONNY OSMOND DIRECT FROM VEGAS
Donny Osmond has become a worldwide music legend. He has sold over 100 million records, received 33 gold records and has performed to millions of fans around the globe during his illustrious six-decade long music career and shows no signs of stopping.

Currently, Donny headlines his award-winning solo residency at Harrah’s Las Vegas which was voted Best New Show, Best Performer, Best Resident Headliner and Best Production by the public in the Best of Las Vegas honors from The Las Vegas Review Journal. Donny’s Harrah’s Las Vegas show is an exciting, energy-filled musical journey of his unparalleled life as one of the most recognized entertainers in the world. The audience experiences a 90-minute spectacle as he performs his timeless hits, shares stories of his greatest show-stopping memories and introduces brand new music in a completely reimagined song and dance celebration. Prior to his solo show, for eleven years, Donny performed at the Flamingo Las Vegas with his sister, Marie. The long running show received many accolades including “Best Show,” “Best Singer,” “Best Band,” and “Best Dancers.”

Pikes Peak Center for Performing Arts, 190 S. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs
8:00 p.m.
Tickets: Start at $59 
Phone: 719-575-9632

Things to Do Near Crystal Valley!

Just minutes from downtown Castle Rock is the master-planned community of Crystal Valley – where nature is around every corner of the neighborhood! Looking for a new home you can add your signature style to? Check out the beautiful model homes from Taylor Morrison, D.R. Horton, and Richmond American Homes. Picture yourself in your very own dream house – ranch-style or two-story models priced from the $600s.