Tickle Me Pink and Make Me LAUGH! This June 28th, a flock of 35 bedecked, bejeweled, and bespeckled flamingos will be your tour guide around a 1-mile loop of Old Town Lafayette where you can discover fantastic, fancy, frilly, fine art. Be inspired, buy art, support artists and community, and enjoy the flamboyance of flamingos! On tour day, grab a LAUGH passport from your first destination. With passport in hand, follow the map on an art-crawling and stamp-collecting adventure. Collect stamps from all creative sites and enter a drawing to win a $100 gift card to The Post. More details about our artists, map, and story can be found on our website laughevent.org.

Celebrate summer and shop small at our July Makers’ Market, a sunshine-filled day of local creativity, connection, and handmade goods!

We’re gathering a fresh lineup of talented makers and artists for a pop-up packed with one-of-a-kind finds, perfect for your home, your style, or your gift list.

🛍 Handmade jewelry, art, apothecary & more
🎨 Support local makers and discover something truly special

Whether you’re exploring downtown, meeting friends, or just in the mood for something beautiful, we’d love to have you stop by!

This exceptional concert features Tchaikovsky’s lush Souvenir de Florence, Stravinsky’s vibrant Suite Italienne, and a selection of stunning Italian songs for mezzo-soprano and piano.

The evening showcases an extraordinary lineup of musicians, including Grammy Award-winning mezzo-soprano, Michelle DeYoung, Yumi Hwang-Williams, the concertmaster of the Colorado Symphony, and other world-renowned artists from Ensemble Charité. Their unparalleled artistry will bring this breathtaking repertoire to life, creating an unforgettable experience for all who attend.

Generously sponsored by Ensemble Charité.

COST: $28

Kick off the summer vibes with us at our June Makers’ Market – a seasonal celebration of creativity, community, and handmade goods!
We’re hosting some of our favorite local makers for a pop-up full of beautiful, intentional finds that are perfect for freshening up your space, finding a unique gift, or treating yourself to something special.

With known local makers like Sheena Marshall Jewelry, Saintly Permanent Jewelry, Wild Wax Candles, Vanee Ink, and Wheatless Sweetness

Swing by, say hi, and see what’s new! We’d love to have you.

Get ready to dance in your seat! Head Over Heels hits the stage at The Arts Hub in Lafayette—a high-energy musical comedy set to the music of the Go-Go’s! Follow a royal family through wild twists, mistaken identities, and forbidden love, all wrapped in an irresistible 80s beat. It’s fierce, funny, and full of heart.

Presented by Shifted Lens Theatre Company, Head Over Heels runs May 24th through June 8th at The Arts Hub in Lafayette.

Tickets available at artshub.org!

(All ticket proceeds from the June 5th performance of Head Over Heels will be donated to the Denver Actors Fund.)

Content Notice: This show includes strobe lighting, fog/haze, and comedic representations of sexual acts. Recommended for ages 12 and up.

COST: $15

YOU are invited to kick off Lafayette Music Fest’s official 2025 ticket sales with a party! Come on over to Acreage in Lafayette for some live music, tasty cider, beautiful views of the flatirons, and some fun!

There will be chances to win FREE festival passes, opportunities to buy your 2025 festival tickets for October, free drink giveaways, and some great live music by local rock band The Ephinjis! Doors open at 6pm and we encourage you to come hang with some of the 2025 performers, the festival organizers, and our host, local music nonprofit Rock For The People!

Lafayette Music Fest is hosted by Rock for the People, a local nonprofit organization that cultivates a diverse, inclusive and equitable local music community in Boulder County by removing barriers for performers, audio professionals, and music fans who are often underrepresented in our local music industry. Rock For The People offers free and low-cost rehearsal, recording, and marketing services and paid gigs for musicians and performers, plus paid opportunities for aspiring audio professionals. They prioritize serving and working with women, non-binary people, BIPOC, Hispanic, and LGBTQ+-identifying musicians, performers, audio professionals, and fans.

Come meet authors from our community and around Colorado! We’ll have tables and tents set up for a Meet & Greet on these dates. Different authors will attend different dates, so be sure to catch them all!

May 25
June 22
July 20
August 24

 

Come meet authors from our community and around Colorado! We’ll have tables and tents set up for a Meet & Greet on these dates. Different authors will attend different dates, so be sure to catch them all!

May 25
June 22
July 20
August 24

 

Come meet authors from our community and around Colorado! We’ll have tables and tents set up for a Meet & Greet on these dates. Different authors will attend different dates, so be sure to catch them all!

May 25
June 22
July 20
August 24

 

Come meet authors from our community and around Colorado! We’ll have tables and tents set up for a Meet & Greet on these dates. Different authors will attend different dates, so be sure to catch them all!

May 25
June 22
July 20
August 24

 

Bring a picnic and steal away to the Secret Garden Stage, right in Old Town Lafayette, for a night of storytelling and music! Local artists Angel Corsi and Ingrid Avison will be performing original music with acoustic guitars – the vibe will be mellow. Bring your own chair, blankets, and snacks/drinks. Suggested donation of $20.

Bring a picnic and steal away to the Secret Garden Stage, right in Old Town Lafayette, for a night of storytelling and music! Local artists Jeremy Dion and Kyle Donovan will be performing original music with acoustic guitars – the vibe will be mellow. Bring your own chair, blankets, and snacks/drinks. Suggested donation of $15.

Unlock your authentic voice in ‘Sing Better in One Hour,’ a transformative workshop by Old Town Lafayette’s newest vocal studio – Fiercely Vocal.

You’ll discover how your entire body contributes to creating your unique sound. Through targeted exercises and personalized feedback, you’ll identify what’s holding your voice back while learning practical techniques to enhance breath support, release tension, and improve pitch accuracy. Leave with a personalized toolkit of strategies that will help you sing with greater freedom, confidence, and joy long after our session ends.

COST: $47

Celebrate the weekend with heart and handmade at our Makers’ Market just in time for Mother’s Day weekend!

We’re bringing together a curated group of local artists and makers for a one-day pop-up full of beautiful, meaningful gifts — from handcrafted jewelry and natural skincare to floral arrangements and home goods.
🎁 Find the perfect gift for Mom (or yourself!)
🛍 Support local and shop small
🌿 Enjoy good vibes, great people, and honest goods
Whether you’re celebrating a mom, a friend, or yourself, come soak in the creativity and community.

We’d love to see you there!

(In-case of weather, rain date set for May 17th)

 

COST: FREE

This hour and a half workshop will teach you the basics of block printing. We’ll carve into soft pink linoleum blocks and then print on paper! While it will take some getting used to, I promise that no skills are necessary! Bring ideas for a drawing you’d like to carve, or use one of the ones provided. $45 and includes materials.

COST: $45

 

Since 2011 the Lafayette Old Town Garden Tour has showcased the best homegrown gardens throughout the historic center of Lafayette, Colorado. This self-guided tour features the work of gardeners with widely varying approaches to the craft, but all sharing a common love of thoughtful, water-wise, sustainable gardening.

The 2025 Tour will be held on Saturday June 28. This year we mark the 60th different garden to be part of the tour. Please join us for a leisurely exploration of some unique and inspiring Front Range gardens.

We hope to see you then!

 

COST: $15

Ain’t No Mountain High Enough featuring DZIRAE GOLD and Devan Blake Jones

Join us as we sing, dance, and celebrate the undeniable, feel good vibes of the classic Motown and Memphis soul songs by artists such as the Supremes, Martha Reeves & the Vandellas, the Temptations, Marvin Gaye, Sam & Dave, Otis Redding, Carla Thomas and many more. Come celebrate Mother’s Day weekend with the nostalgic sounds of sweet soul music!

This special event features 4 vocalists to bring you a modern interpretation of the revue style performances of the 1960’s including:
– Denver soul singer DZIRAE GOLD(independent artist, Sonic Guild Colorado 2023 Grant recipient)
– Devan Blake Jones(independent artist, contestant on Season 20 of the Voice)
– Jon Oren (internationally touring drummer and vocalist)
– Aleik Maddox (featured SOFAR sounds guitar player and vocalist)

Dress Code: Classic, Cool, Charming, Chic.
It’s a Motown Revival!

 

COST: $15 to $35 General Admission, Reserved Seating, Reserved VIP Seating

Welcome to Art Night Out, Lafayette’s signature summer block party—and honestly, one of the most joyful, come-as-you-are events in Colorado. It’s free. It’s funky. It’s family-friendly. And it happens every second Friday from May to September, 5–9 pm at Festival Plaza on S. Public Road.

– Live music
– 50 artists and makers
– Multicultural performances
– Face painting
– Street performers
– Tacos, beer and treats
– Balloon animals

Every second Friday from May to September, 5-9 pm:
– May 9
– June 13
– July 11
– August 8
– September 12

Welcome to Art Night Out, Lafayette’s signature summer block party—and honestly, one of the most joyful, come-as-you-are events in Colorado. It’s free. It’s funky. It’s family-friendly. And it happens every second Friday from May to September, 5–9 pm at Festival Plaza on S. Public Road.

– Live music
– 50 artists and makers
– Multicultural performances
– Face painting
– Street performers
– Tacos, beer and treats
– Balloon animals

Every second Friday from May to September, 5-9 pm:
– May 9
– June 13
– July 11
– August 8
– September 12

Welcome to Art Night Out, Lafayette’s signature summer block party—and honestly, one of the most joyful, come-as-you-are events in Colorado. It’s free. It’s funky. It’s family-friendly. And it happens every second Friday from May to September, 5–9 pm at Festival Plaza on S. Public Road.

– Live music
– 50 artists and makers
– Multicultural performances
– Face painting
– Street performers
– Tacos, beer and treats
– Balloon animals

Every second Friday from May to September, 5-9 pm:
– May 9
– June 13
– July 11
– August 8
– September 12

Welcome to Art Night Out, Lafayette’s signature summer block party—and honestly, one of the most joyful, come-as-you-are events in Colorado. It’s free. It’s funky. It’s family-friendly. And it happens every second Friday from May to September, 5–9 pm at Festival Plaza on S. Public Road.

– Live music
– 50 artists and makers
– Multicultural performances
– Face painting
– Street performers
– Tacos, beer and treats
– Balloon animals

Every second Friday from May to September, 5-9 pm:
– May 9
– June 13
– July 11
– August 8
– September 12

Welcome to Art Night Out, Lafayette’s signature summer block party—and honestly, one of the most joyful, come-as-you-are events in Colorado. It’s free. It’s funky. It’s family-friendly. And it happens every second Friday from May to September, 5–9 pm at Festival Plaza on S. Public Road.

– Live music
– 50 artists and makers
– Multicultural performances
– Face painting
– Street performers
– Tacos, beer and treats
– Balloon animals

Every second Friday from May to September, 5-9 pm:
– May 9
– June 13
– July 11
– August 8
– September 12

Sunday Plans = Farmers Market

The Old Town Lafayette Farmers Market is in full swing every Sunday through October! Stroll through, grab some fresh produce, sip on local coffee, and stock up on artisanal goodies.

Every Sunday from May 4 – October 26
9 am – 1 pm
Public Rd (between Cleveland & Geneseo)

This is a growers-only market, meaning everything you’ll find is locally grown, raised, or crafted by Colorado’s best. No middlemen, just straight-from-the-source goodness!

Sunday Plans = Farmers Market

The Old Town Lafayette Farmers Market is in full swing every Sunday through October! Stroll through, grab some fresh produce, sip on local coffee, and stock up on artisanal goodies.

Every Sunday from May 4 – October 26
9 am – 1 pm
Public Rd (between Cleveland & Geneseo)

This is a growers-only market, meaning everything you’ll find is locally grown, raised, or crafted by Colorado’s best. No middlemen, just straight-from-the-source goodness!