Join us in July for our Cheers to Charity program! We’re featuring select bottles from our spirits list, with a portion of proceeds from each pour supporting our charity of the month. Plus, stop by William Oliver’s Lafayette on Saturday, July 26th, from 3–5 PM for Happy Hour and a special bike pop-up offering free assessments and minor repairs.
Adults and older teens – join local author Kristin Koval for a reading and book signing for her debut novel “Penitence,” out now from Celadon Books. Read Queen will be on hand with copies of the book for sale.
No Beach needed! Pop on by Odd13 Brewing to find your next Beach Read! Bookstore Pop-Up hosted by the Read Queen, Book Swap hosted by Odd13
Join us for a guided tasting led by Warner Perkins of Woody Creek Distillery, featuring a standout lineup of Woody Creek’s premium spirits:
Woody Creek Vodka
Woody Creek Summer’s Gin
Woody Creek Bourbon
Woody Creek 70/30 Bourbon
Woody Creek Rye
Warner will walk you through each pour, sharing the stories, flavor notes, and Colorado craftsmanship that make these spirits truly exceptional.
Whether you’re a whiskey aficionado or just curious about craft spirits, this event is the perfect way to sip, learn, and enjoy a great evening out.
COST: $25
Join us at William Oliver’s Publick House in Lafayette for a special evening with Charlie Schmitt from Outer Range Brewery!
Free pints of “In the Steep” IPA (courtesy of Charlie!)
available while supplies last
It’s the perfect night for craft beer lovers to sip, relax, and connect. Bring your friends and come early—gear and pints won’t last long!
June is our birthday month! So we’re celebrating with a $2 book sale under the tents on June 15th
Beach Reads and Beer Book Sale and Book Swap!
Pop-up book sale hosted by The Read Queen Bookstore
Book swap hosted by Odd13
Celebrate the grand opening of Fiercely Vocal Studio – a new creative space in Lafayette designed for singers and speakers of all levels who want to explore their voice, movement, and creativity in a supportive, welcoming environment.
Join us for free interactive demos, performance classes, karaoke, group singing, and mini voice lessons. While the event is primarily geared toward adults, kids are welcome to join in the fun. Hourly prizes and activities run all day—perfect for anyone curious about vocal training, performance coaching, yoga, and somatic movement.
RSVP for a free guaranteed spot or drop in and see what’s happening!
Waneka Lake and nearby Open Spaces have an amazing story to tell – one of pioneers and power plants, wildlife and waterways, farming, families, and much more. Take a 1.2 mile walk with volunteers from the Lafayette History Museum and Lafayette Open Space to learn the rich history of Waneka Lake and nearby Open Spaces. Ages 10 and older.
Tickets are free, but reservations are required. All donations will go toward support the Lafayette History Museum’s work of preserving and sharing Lafayette history.
Please note that stretches of the walk are unshaded – we recommend wearing sunscreen, bringing a water bottle, and bringing an umbrella for shade if desired.
If you need accommodations such as a wheelchair, ASL interpreter, etc., please let us know (ideally at least 10 days in advance) and we will do everything we can to accommodate you! Email info@lafayettehistoricalsociety.org with your request.
Free – Reservations required
Waneka Lake and nearby Open Spaces have an amazing story to tell – one of pioneers and power plants, wildlife and waterways, farming, families, and much more. Take a 1.2 mile walk with volunteers from the Lafayette History Museum and Lafayette Open Space to learn the rich history of Waneka Lake and nearby Open Spaces. Ages 10 and older.
Tickets are free, but reservations are required. All donations will go toward support the Lafayette History Museum’s work of preserving and sharing Lafayette history.
Please note that stretches of the walk are unshaded – we recommend wearing sunscreen, bringing a water bottle, and bringing an umbrella for shade if desired.
If you need accommodations such as a wheelchair, ASL interpreter, etc., please let us know (ideally at least 10 days in advance) and we will do everything we can to accommodate you! Email info@lafayettehistoricalsociety.org with your request.
Free – Reservations required
Waneka Lake and nearby Open Spaces have an amazing story to tell – one of pioneers and power plants, wildlife and waterways, farming, families, and much more. Take a 1.2 mile walk with volunteers from the Lafayette History Museum and Lafayette Open Space to learn the rich history of Waneka Lake and nearby Open Spaces. Ages 10 and older.
Tickets are free, but reservations are required. All donations will go toward support the Lafayette History Museum’s work of preserving and sharing Lafayette history.
Please note that stretches of the walk are unshaded – we recommend wearing sunscreen, bringing a water bottle, and bringing an umbrella for shade if desired.
If you need accommodations such as a wheelchair, ASL interpreter, etc., please let us know (ideally at least 10 days in advance) and we will do everything we can to accommodate you! Email info@lafayettehistoricalsociety.org with your request.
Free – Reservations required
This hour and a half workshop will teach you the basics of candle making. We’ll make some candles the old fashioned way in a historical candle mold, then make some to take home. Materials will be supplied but if you have a unique container you want to make into a candle, bring it! Pre-registration required. $40 includes all materials.
COST: $40
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.