Crystal Valley Blog

Celebrities will be spotted in the Castle Rock area this weekend, when John “Bo Duke” Schneider stars in a country music concert, “Frank Sinatra” joins the Denver Pops in a vintage performance, and audience-favorite a cappella band, Face, performs their live concert! You’ve also got plenty of drive-in and outdoor movies to choose from, so get out there and have some fun!

TODAY/TONIGHT, August 20

VIRTUAL VIETNAM STORIES 
Immerse yourself in the culture of Vietnam! This online presentation is full of colorful stories that present ancient legends, music, and art. There will be a slide show on urban and rural life in Vietnam today, and the highlight of this Zoom presentation centers around the ancient folk tradition of water puppetry! 

Lone Tree Arts Center Online
1:30 p.m.
Registration: FREE

WINE TASTING ONLINE
Enjoy a virtual tasting of two of the most popular Colterris Winery’s bottled wines, as well as their “Canterris” line of wines in a can! Learn all about what makes these delicious wines from Colorado so unique from the winemaker himself, Bo Felton! Don’t forget to go shopping in advance so you can taste along at home!

HRCA on Zoom
6:00 p.m.
Tickets: FREE
Phone: 303-471-8898

EAGLES TRIBUTE BAND
Get outside for this FREE live concert in the park! Pack a picnic and bring the family—but since crowd size is limited, make sure you sign up in advance! Tunes for Trails, Castle Rock’s popular summer music series, presents Eagles tribute band, the Long Run. This local favorite will be playing faithful reproductions of America’s most iconic band!

Based on current state health orders, only a limited number of people will be allowed in the Amphitheater and walk-ups will not be permitted. Additionally, you will be required to wear face coverings during the check-in process and while walking around the event. 

Amphitheater at Philip S. Miller Park, 1375 W. Plum Creek Pkwy., Castle Rock
6:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Registration: FREE
Phone: 303-660-1036

BEST IN SHOW AT CINEMA POP-UP
The hilarious mockumentary of a high-stakes dog show, Best in Show, will be screened outdoors at the Park Meadows Cinema Pop-Up Drive-in! Watch the hilarity ensue as the canine contestants and their owners vie for the coveted trophy!

Park Meadows, 8401 Park Meadows Center Dr., Lone Tree
8:30 p.m.
Tickets: $25/vehicle

Friday, August 21

STRETCH-N-CORE
Tone your entire body with a special emphasis on getting your core in shape! This FREE workout in the park is appropriate for all fitness levels and age groups. Pre-registration is required to ensure social distancing.

Amphitheater at Philip S. Miller Park, 1375 W. Plum Creek Pkwy., Castle Rock
8:00 – 9:00 a.m.
Registration: FREE

JOHN SCHNEIDER IN CONCERT
Remember The Dukes of Hazzard, the hit TV series from the 1970s? John Schneider, who played younger brother Bo Duke, is also an accomplished country-music artist who has produced nine albums and charted 5 top-ten songs! He’ll be appearing live in concert at the PACE Center, together with Cody McCarver and David Chapa, who will open with a musical tribute to Johnny Cash!

In addition to socially-distanced seats, there will also be a very limited number of meet-and-greet tickets available for a chance to mingle with John Schneider prior to the concert! Face coverings and social distancing are required.

PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker
4:00 p.m. Meet and Greet; 6:00 and 8:30 p.m. Concert
Tickets: $75-$175
Phone: 303-805-6800

VINTAGE CONCERT IN THE PARK
Frank Sinatra fans will swoon over this memorable salute to Ol’ Blue Eyes! The Denver Pops will be LIVE in concert together with the best Sinatra impersonator in Colorado, Derek Evilsizor! 

To get you warmed up for this evening of vintage entertainment, The Denver Dolls will have you swaying to music from the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s. Enjoy food trucks, a full cocktail bar, and uplifting music. Bring a low-profile chair and/or blanket.

Philip S. Miller Park, 1375 W. Plum Creek Pkwy., Castle Rock
6:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Tickets: $20-$25
Phone: 720-733-2222

101ST ARMY ROCK BAND ONLINE
Anyone who has had a chance to see a performance of the 101st Army Rock Band knows they deliver a high-energy, horn-driven, rock and roll show! For their audience-pleasing mix of funk and dance rock music, you can catch them streaming live in a FREE Zoom virtual concert! Don’t miss your chance to sign up for the link—this show is live and will not be available to watch later!

HRCA Online
6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
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THE GOONIES OUTDOORS
Get out in the backcountry and watch a favorite summer movie at the same time! The Highlands Ranch Backcountry Base Camp presents the 80s classic The Goonies on their giant outdoor movie screen—an epic adventure with kids in the roles of heroes! Pack a picnic and your favorite snacks, and bring along blankets or camp chairs. Tickets must be purchased in advance.

Backcountry Base Camp, 6005 Ron King Trail, Highlands Ranch
8:30 p.m.
Tickets: $7

OCEANS 11 AT THE DRIVE-IN
The original Oceans 11 with its glamorous all-star cast, including George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, Andy García, and Julia Roberts! See them all dazzle the giant screen of the drive-in in this sophisticated caper film that takes place in the bright lights of Vegas!

Park Meadows, 8401 Park Meadows Center Dr., Lone Tree
8:30 p.m.
Tickets: $25/vehicle

Saturday, August 22

CHARITY CAR SHOW
The Colorado Car Addicts’ annual Car Show is back! Bring the entire family out for a fun day of mingling with other car enthusiasts. There will be music, food trucks, and plenty of cars!

The show is free, but any donations will benefit Wellspring Community. 

Outlets at Castle Rock, 5050 Factory Shops Blvd., Castle Rock
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE ($25 donation suggested)
Phone: 303-688-4495

FACE VOCAL BAND – IN PERSON AND ONLINE!
You have two chances to see the renowned all-vocal rock band from Boulder that has been captivating audiences for over a decade! Face is the a cappella band that has modernized the genre by performing contemporary popular tunes with beat-box rhythms and impeccable singing. They’ve competed in the hit NBC series The Sing-Off and have opened for such legendary performers such as Jon Bon Jovi, Jay Leno, Manhattan Transfer, Culture Club & Boy George, and Barenaked Ladies.

Face will be performing for a limited-capacity live audience in the afternoon, then the show will be streamed online in the evening. Tickets for either performance must be purchased in advance.

PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker
2:00 p.m. (Live Show); 7:30 p.m. (Online Stream)

Tickets: $15-$34
Phone: 303-805-6800

OUTDOOR MOVIE FOR GROWN-UPS!
Happy Gilmore is the breakout Adam Sandler movie about the guy who wants to be a hockey player who has a natural talent for playing golf instead. This dose of comic relief screening at the Backcountry Basecamp outdoor theater is exactly what you need for a parents’ night out! Ticket price includes a food truck entree and two pints! Bring along blankets or camp chairs to sit outside. Groups will remain distanced during the film.

Backcountry Base Camp, 6005 Ron King Trail, Highlands Ranch
8:30 p.m.
Tickets: $30 per person (includes movie, a food truck entree, and two pints)

DUMB AND DUMBER AT THE DRIVE-IN
Treat the family to the all-time silliest movie, Dumb and Dumber, at the drive-in! Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels are the dumbest pair of heroes to ever hit the big screen when they find a suitcase full of money and follow a beautiful woman to Aspen to return it.

Park Meadows, 8401 Park Meadows Center Dr., Lone Tree
8:30 p.m.
Tickets: $25/vehicle

Sunday, August 23

DUCKY DERBY AND FARMER’S MARKET
Join the fun this Sunday in conjunction with the Festival Park Farmer’s Market by Local Colorado and the Ducky Derby and Street Fair.  The Farmers Market opens at 8:00 a.m. where you’ll find a carefully curated assortment of local, handcrafted foods, art and crafts provided by local Colorado vendors.  Come for lunch and enjoy food from several local food trucks and beer on tap at the beer tent. Sponsored by Crystal Valley community, the Ducky Derby is the largest fundraiser of the year for Rotary Club of Castle Rock and will feature entertainment, a silent auction and the Ducky Derby down East Plum Creek. The event will help fund a variety of worthy causes, including the Wellsrpring community garden in Castle Rock!

Festival Park – at Perry & 2nd Street
8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Cost: Free

PARKER FARMERS’ MARKET
It’s the height of the summer season and time to pick some of Colorado’s best bounty for your table! Your family will appreciate the fresh-from-the-garden goodness of a wide range of produce, as well as all kinds of homemade goodies including breads, pastas, sauces, and sweets! Come out to the Farmers’ Market in Parker—and bring plenty of shopping bags!

The Schoolhouse Theater Parking Lot, 19650 Mainstreet, Parker
8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE

DRIVE-IN MOVIE – LITTLE GIANTS
Cinema Pop-Ups bring the classic nostalgia of a drive-in movie theater to Park Meadows! Little Giants is a family movie about a team of ragtag players on a Peewee football team, coached by a lovable former pro player. Buy your ticket in advance and bring along plenty of treats!

Park Meadows, 8401 Park Meadows Center Dr., Lone Tree
8:30 p.m.
Tickets: $25/vehicle

Plenty to Do Near Crystal Valley!

Away from it all, but close to everything, the master-planned community of Crystal Valley offers access to plenty of things to do every weekend! If you’re in the area, stop by the amazing model homes from Century Communities, D.R. Horton, Kauffman Homes, and Richmond American Homes, and find out why our community is among the top five fastest-growing in the state with new homes priced from the $300s.