2026 marks Colorado's 150th anniversary, and CBS Colorado is proud to tell the stories that have shaped our state. We'll honor our history -- the people, places, and defining moments of the past -- while celebrating the voices, cultures, and institutions of today. And we'll look ahead, highlighting the ideas, innovations, and leaders shaping Colorado's next 150 years.

Our 150th anniversary is a meaningful moment to come together -- honoring our history, celebrating what makes Colorado unique, and looking ahead as we continue building stronger, more connected communities.

CBS Colorado is proud to support the State of Colorado, History Colorado and other community and cultural partners during this anniversary year. You can learn more about statewide events, programs and initiatives at historycolorado.org/colorado-150

As part of CBS Colorado's commitment to this year-long commemoration and our Colorado communities, CBS Colorado is partnering with Colorado Preservation, Inc.'s Endangered Places Program to raise awareness and funds for the state's threatened resources to include its historic bridges, heritage landscapes, and buildings that require long-term preservation and support.

By focusing on contributions to CPI and the Endangered Places Program, the public and CBS Colorado will play a role in saving these historic structures that have served an important role and have connected communities in Colorado for many years. To learn more about Colorado Preservation, Inc. and help support preservation efforts throughout our state, go to www.coloradopreservation.org

Donations to this campaign will be collected through December 31, 2026.

CBS Colorado will also partner with Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver to help build a stronger future for Colorado families through affordable homeownership opportunities. Through this partnership, CBS Colorado is raising awareness and support for Griffith Station Homes in Arvada, a new 20-unit affordable homeownership development. By volunteering at Griffith Station Homes and supporting Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver, CBS Colorado and viewers can help create lasting opportunities for hardworking families to build stability, strength, and self-reliance through homeownership. Viewers are invited to join CBS Colorado as volunteers on the build site. Pre-registration is required to volunteer and volunteers must be at least 16 years old. To help support Habitat's mission through a donation, visit Habitat Metro Denver's website.

Our 150th anniversary is a meaningful moment to come together -- honoring our history, celebrating what makes Colorado unique, and looking ahead as we continue building stronger, more connected communities.

CBS Colorado is delighted to highlight the following America 250 - Colorado 150 initiatives and events.

To view a full calendar of Colorado 150 events, go to colorado.com.

Colorado Day Events & Activities

Civic Center NIGHT MARKET: Homegrown Colorado
Friday, July 31, 2026
5:00 - 10:00 pm
Civic Center Park
NIGHT MARKET hosts an all-local marketplace with handcrafted art, wares, and nonprofit resources. This family-friendly community-building celebration will fill your bellies and your hearts with Colorado pride as Denver's pre-party for the state's official Colorado Day celebrations.
civiccenterpark.org

Colorado Day Community Fest & Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, August 1, 2026
9:00 am - 1:00pm
History Colorado
Denver's Golden Triangle Creative District will feature music, art, food, and activities that highlight Colorado's remarkable culture. Start the morning with a free community pancake breakfast- running all the way down Broadway from History Colorado to the Capitol- followed by outdoor street festivities, and enjoy free admission to the History Colorado Center, the Center for Colorado Women's History, and the Denver Art Museum
historycolorado.org

Colorado Day Art Market & Free Day
August 1, 2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm (Art Market); 10am-5pm (Free Day)
Denver Art Museum
The Colorado Day Art Market, on the Martin and Acoma plazas from 9:30 am to 4 pm, will showcase Colorado artists and artisans selling fine art and crafts outdoors. Walk the museum plaza and peruse fine art and crafts, available for purchase, from nearly 50 local artists and artisans. During museum hours (10 am to 5 pm), explore art and activities throughout the museum.
denverartmuseum.org

Colorado Day at Denver Union Station
Saturday, August 1, 2026
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Denver Union Station
Celebrate Colorado's 150th birthday at Denver Union Station with Spirit of the Centennial State: a full day of FREE, family-friendly festivities honoring the culture, history, music, and flavors that make Colorado iconic.
From 11 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday, August 1st, guests can enjoy live performances, cultural experiences, and family-friendly fun throughout Denver Union Station and the plaza.
denverunionstation.com

Mile Long Table
Saturday, August 1, 2026
5:00 pm
National Western Center
You're invited to dinner - with 5,280 of your new friends to celebrate Colorado's 150th birthday.
milelongtable.org

Pay as You Wish Day at the Museum of Boulder
Saturday, August 1, 2026
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Museum of Boulder
In honor of Colorado Day and the state's 150th anniversary, admission to the Museum of Boulder will be open for all visitors as a pay-as-you-wish day on Saturday, August 1. Explore Boulder's history, culture, and community through engaging exhibitions, interactive experiences, and stories that connect our local history to Colorado's remarkable past.
museumofboulder.org

250/150 Drone Show: Coors Field - Rockies Game
Saturday, August 1, 2026
6:10pm Game
Coors Field
colorado.com

Colorado Day BAZAAR
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Commons Park, Denver
Colorado Day BAZAAR is an official Colorado 150 celebration. One free Saturday at Commons Park where the whole state shows up to shop, listen, eat, and stick around.
Made here. Still here. Local legends playing all day: Los Mochetes headline at 4:30PM, with performances by Brothers in Brass (3:00PM) May Be Fern (1:30), and School of Rock (noon). 150 Colorado makers, one for every year. The full sweep of what gets built in this state, in one park, for one afternoon.
gumpoppresents.com

Semisesquincentennial Celebration
Saturday, August 1, 2026
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Eleanor M. Wyatt Centennial Park & Sculpture Garden, Northglenn
Celebrate three significant milestones - 250 years of the United States - 150 years of Colorado statehood and Centennial Park's 1976 time capsule unveiling!
northglennarts.org

Colorado Day Celebration - Golden History Museum & Park
Saturday, August 1, 2026
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Golden History Museum & Park
Celebrate the 150th Anniversary of Colorado's Statehood with a glimpse of 1870s life in Colorado. Play games, see demonstrations, celebrate the 1876 Guy Hill Schoolhouse, and enjoy a day of family activities at the Golden History Park.
goldenhistory.org

Marking Milestones - Heritage Lakewood's 50th Birthday Party Lakewood
Saturday, August 1, 2026
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park
Attendees will have the unique opportunity to step back in time by exploring open historic buildings, enjoying traditional cider pressing and hayrides, and even learning time-honored heritage skills like blacksmithing and calligraphy. It is a true celebration of community, longevity, and living history.
lakewoodco.gov

Colorado Day at the Y
Saturday, August 1, 2026
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Various Locations
In honor of the 150th anniversary of the state of Colorado and the 150th year of the YMCA of Metro Denver, YMCAs across the state are opening their doors to the community for a FREE day of connection, activity and celebration.
colorado.com

Drone Show: Stories in the Sky
Stories in the Sky, a series of nearly 150 community drone shows lighting up Colorado's skies from September 2025 through December 2026, creating unforgettable moments for millions of Coloradans and visitors alike.
historycolorado.org

Digital Passport Program: Journey Through Colorado
This digital passport program is designed to encourage both locals and visitors to explore Colorado's hidden gems, diverse businesses, and rich heritage.
historycolorado.org

Moments That Made US - History Colorado
Through September: A marquee exhibition featuring more than forty artifacts that witnessed the moments that shaped the United States.
historycolorado.org

38th Star: Colorado Becomes the Centennial State
This exhibition invites visitors to revisit the Centennial State's origins through the authentic photographs, documents, artifacts, and voices that formed the Centennial State.
historycolorado.org

Colorado 150 Film Festival
Colorado 150 is a cinematic celebration of the place we call home-- told through the voices, visions, and vistas that have defined our past and continue to shape our future.
May 23 to November 20, 2026
colorado150film.com

150 Tables Across Colorado
Celebrating 150 years of our Centennial State, individuals, organizations and cities across the state are invited to set a long table of any size between May and November 2026, bringing people from all walks of life together to share a meal, spark connection, and create a Colorado where everyone feels like they belong.
150coloradotables.com

A Mosaic of Cultures: Aurora's Filipino Community Exhibit
The Aurora History Museum & Historic Sites, in partnership with the Office of International and Immigrant Affairs, invites you to experience the next chapter of "A Mosaic of Cultures" with an immersive exploration of Aurora's Filipino community: its history, creativity, resilience and lasting impact on the city we share.
auroragov.org

Colorado in Miniature: A Dollhouse Miniatures Exhibit
Explore Colorado in Miniature at the Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls and Toys.
dmmdt.org

Illuminate Littleton
To celebrate America's 250th & Colorado's 150th anniversary, Main Street will transform into an open-air experience with illuminated and interactive art installations, roaming musical performances, and extended outdoor dining from local restaurants and bars. The evening will culminate in a spectacular drone show lighting up the Littleton sky.
July 24, 2026
visitlittleton.org

2026 Denver Food + Wine Festival
The 22nd annual Denver Food + Wine Festival coincides with the 250th anniversary of our country and 150th anniversary of Colorado, setting the stage for a multi-day extravaganza of food, wine, and spirits events that showcase historic, iconic, and of-the-moment restaurants from across the state. The entire festival is a fundraiser supporting the Colorado restaurant employees at the heart of our communities. Events feature the best of our state's culinary community, the finest wines and spirits, educational tasting seminars, and the signature Grand Tasting on August 29.
August 26 to 29, 2026
denverfoodandwine.com/