6:30 and 9PM Colorado Haunted History: Murder, Mayhem and Madness Tour
When: All day
Where: Golden Visitors Center, 10th Street and Washington Avenue, Golden, CO
6:30 and 9:00 p.m.
Golden, Colorado is known as the home of Coors Brewery and the School of Mines; however, during this haunted history tour, hear tales of the wild, wild west that this town once was. Tales include lynchings, shootouts, murder, and mayhem.
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CURRENT EXHIBITS AT THE MUSEUMS
When: All day
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THE BUFFALO BILL MUSEUM AND GRAVE
987 1/2 Lookout Mountain Road (map)
303-526-0744
CLOSED Monday, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
The Buffalo Bill Story, Buffalo Bill's Death, The Americans, A Visit to the Wild West, Firearms, Kid's Cowboy Corral
COLORADO RAILROAD MUSEUM
17155 W. 44th Avenue (map)
303-279-4591
CLOSED Monday, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, and New Year's Eve Day
UPPER GALLERY
Center for Railroad Photography & Art Winners
The winners of the Center for Railroad Photography & Art’s 2025 John E. Gruber Creative Photography Contest have been announced, and these award-winning images are now on display at the Museum.
TBlack Diamonds and Steel Rails
This fascinating exhibit delves into the rich history of coal in Colorado, examining its crucial role in fueling locomotives, driving industrial growth, and shaping the state’s railroads. Learn about the mining industry, the challenges faced by miners, and how this powerful resource connected communities across the Centennial State.
LOWER GALLERY
Traqueros: Mexican Trackworkers and the American Railroad
(through August 2026)
This powerful display explores the invaluable—yet often overlooked—contributions of Mexican and Mexican American laborers who built and maintained America’s railroads.
FOOTHILLS ART CENTER - ASTOR HOUSE
1133 Arapahoe Street (map)
303-279-3922
CLOSED New Year's Day, President's Day, Easter, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve Day
Tom van der Sloot
(through October 26)
Creating vibrant neon-on-black scenes inspired by mythology and folk tales, Tom’s work evokes classic black light posters.
The Psychology of Adornment: Wearable Sculpture by Jesse Mathes
(through November 2)
This exhibit explores the impact dramatic large-scale jewelry plays in interactions between the wearer and the viewer.
Fragile Things by by Sarah Tenney & Jenna Annunziato
(through November 9)
Through cut-out paintings, Tenney and Annunziato reflect on memory, connection, and the fragility of objects and relationships. Their works
balance nostalgia, allegory, and magical realism.
GOLDEN HISTORY MUSEUM & PARK
923 10th Street (map)
303-278-3557
(Museum) CLOSED Sunday, Monday, New Year's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, and New Year's Eve Day
Clear Creek Room: The Heart of Golden
Surrounded by North and South Table Mountains, Clear Creek has drawn people to this area for millennia.
We Are Still Here: The Endurance of Native Jewels
(through April 2026
In this exhibit, we define jewel as both a precious item as well as a woman of strength and importance. Explore how Indigenous women have persevered through hundreds of years of oppression and numerous attempts to destroy their culture. Featuring modern Native fashions that utilize ancient Indigenous jewels, learn about prominent Native women in contemporary American society. Not only are Native Americans still here; they have endured, and they are thriving.
Discovery Awaits: Indigenous Connections, Epic Events, Legendary People, and the Touch Gallery. A new Jolly Rancher exhibit is in the works and will open in 2025.
Golden History Park (11th & Arapahoe): The outdoor setting re-creates the look and feel of a late 1800's mountain ranch complete with gardens, a working blacksmith shop, schoolhouse and chicken coop (chickens included).
MINES MUSEUM
Colorado School of Mines
1310 Maple Street (map)
303-273-3815
CLOSED New Year's Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving and Christmas
The main floor exhibits feature specimens from many Colorado mining districts, other global localities and an introductory video on area geology. The Special Exhibit Room hosts prominent precious metal and invited displays. The main gallery also showcases historic mining murals by Irwin Hoffman.
The basement contains numerous exhibits regarding radioactivity, fossils, basic geology, gemstones, meteorites, ultraviolet minerals and underground mining illumination. The outdoor geologic trail features seven outcrops with various geologic and paleontological points of interest, including fossilized dinosaur tracks, logs and leaves.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN QUILT MUSEUM
200 Violet Street, Unit 140 (map)
303-277-0377
CLOSED New Year's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
MAIN GALLERY
Timestamps - A Solo Exhibit of Ricky Tims
(through October 18, 2025)
Ricky Tims has enjoyed a rich and exciting career in quilting, winning numerous awards at national and international exhibitions. Ricky has shared his skill through patterns and teaching his methods, but has been fortunate to keep a large collection of his creations and the time has come to display this amazing journey of creativity in a single exhibit.
NORTHEAST GALLERY
Voices of Wildlife - A Solo Exhibit by Sue Sherman
(through October 18, 2025)
Sue Sherman is a fibre artist living in Newmarket, Ontario, Canada (close to Toronto). Building upon a lifelong passion for all the fibre arts, and following a career in engineering, Sue emerged as a full-time fibre artist in 2017. As an avid traveler and nature photographer, Sue works with her own photos to create lifelike imagery in quilted textile art.
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Fall Whale of a Used Book Sale
When: All day
Where: Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 15200 West Sixth Avenue, Golden, CO
Thousands of gently used books, CDs, DVDs, and vinyl records October 19-22 at Jefferson County Fairgrounds in Golden, CO. All genres, children’s, audiobooks, rare and collectible in one location!
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Golden History Tours
When: All day
Golden History Tours offers Wild West Walking Tours, Pub Crawls, Ghost Tours, and more! If you don't see a scheduled tour on a particular date, you can book a tour at a custom time.
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2025 Dino Ridge High School Science Quiz Bowl
When: 7:30AM-4PM
Where: Colorado School of Mines, Marquez Hall, 1600 Arapahoe Street, Golden, CO
The Friends of Dinosaur Ridge, a nonprofit organization that provides educational programming with the Morrison-Golden Fossil Areas National Natural Landmark, is excited to announce the 5th Annual Dino Ridge Science Quiz Bowl. This fun and challenging academic competition is an exciting way to encourage and showcase high school students’ scientific knowledge.
Saturday Morning Run and Social Walk
When: 8AM
Where: Golden History Park, Arapahoe and 11th Streets, Golden, CO
Join the Foothills Running and Cycling Club for a morning run and social walk every week!
For more info, visit our website: www.memberplanet.com/foothillsrunningandcyclingclub
Harvest Haunt Express
When: 9AM-5PM
Where: Colorado Railroad Museum, 17155 W. 44th Avenue, Golden, CO
As the fall harvest gets into full swing, join us at the Colorado Railroad Museum for a fun and relaxing Harvest Haunt Express event, featuring family fun plus steam-powered train rides. Guests are encouraged to come in costume for Trick-or-Treating!
Enjoy the Olde Railroaders Silly Graveyard, “not-so-spooky” Haunted Railcars, a hay bale maze, asn the Museum’s own mascot, Spike the Railroad Dog! Bring your camera, and get a great picture of your group’s costumes in front of the Pumpkin Patch cart. Tasty treats and lunchtime food options will be available for purchase.
Grounds open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. both days, with special programs and activities taking place between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Steam Train Rides depart every half-hour from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Regular admission and Train Ride pricing apply: Admission $10 adults, $5 ages 2-17, $8 seniors ages 60+; Train Rides $4 adults and seniors, $2 ages 2-17. Admission and Train Rides free for members, and those under the age of 2.
Advance purchase of admission and train ride tickets is recommended, especially if you have a specific Train Ride time in mind. Capacity is limited, and this event has a history of selling out in advance (especially Saturday). Advance ticket purchase is recommended to avoid disappointment! Book your tickets online today for the Harvest Haunt Express by Clicking Here.
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Bushcraft for the Casual Hiker
When: 9AM
Where: Golden History Park, 1020 11th Street, Golden, CO
Join Aaron “Hutch” Hutchings on a journey of identifying, collecting, and using plants that you’ll encounter while out on a hike. You’ll learn about the different use of plants and how to identify useful specimens. This class will take place both in and outdoors and will include a short plant walk. Hutch will share his knowledge of plants and helpful tips and tricks. If you’re looking to learn more about the flora you see out on the trails, this is the class for you!
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Blacksmithing
When: 9AM-12PM
Where: Golden History Park, 1020 11th Street, Golden, CO
Have you always wanted to learn about blacksmithing but you’ve had trouble finding a good option? Join our volunteer every third Saturday at Golden History Park for a fun morning of observation and learning about blacksmithing. Our recreated blacksmith shop, complete with historic tools and coal-fired forge, will transport you to the 1800s. Bring your technical questions and your camera and we’ll take care of the rest.
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Harvest Haunt Express
When: 9AM-5PM
Where: Colorado Railroad Museum, 17155 W. 44th Avenue, Golden, CO
As the fall harvest gets into full swing, join us at the Colorado Railroad Museum for a fun and relaxing Harvest Haunt Express event, featuring family fun plus steam-powered train rides. Guests are encouraged to come in costume for Trick-or-Treating!
Enjoy the Olde Railroaders Silly Graveyard, “not-so-spooky” Haunted Railcars, a hay bale maze, asn the Museum’s own mascot, Spike the Railroad Dog! Bring your camera, and get a great picture of your group’s costumes in front of the Pumpkin Patch cart. Tasty treats and lunchtime food options will be available for purchase.
Grounds open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. both days, with special programs and activities taking place between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Steam Train Rides depart every half-hour from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Regular admission and Train Ride pricing apply: Admission $10 adults, $5 ages 2-17, $8 seniors ages 60+; Train Rides $4 adults and seniors, $2 ages 2-17. Admission and Train Rides free for members, and those under the age of 2.
Advance purchase of admission and train ride tickets is recommended, especially if you have a specific Train Ride time in mind. Capacity is limited, and this event has a history of selling out in advance (especially Saturday). Advance ticket purchase is recommended to avoid disappointment! Book your tickets online today for the Harvest Haunt Express by Clicking Here.
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Golden Gate Grange Holiday Craft Fair
When: 9AM-4PM
Where: Golden Gate Grange, 25201 Golden Gate Canyon Road, Golden, CO
Get a head start on holiday shopping. Something for everyone on your list...guys,
gals, kids, or hostess gifts.
www.goldengategrange.com
The Golden Gate Grange is located at 25201 Golden Gate Canyon Road just 4 miles west of Route 93 in Golden.
Brunch at the Rose
When: 10AM-3PM
Where: Buffalo Rose, 1119 Washington Avenue, Golden, CO
The Rose will be hosting brunch every Saturday and Sunday. Come enjoy our delicious brunch menu, along with signature cocktails.
Music from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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Family Time - Registration Required
When: 10:15-10:45AM
Where: Golden Library, 1019 10th Street, Golden, CO
It’s reading fun for everyone! Gather the whole family for engaging stories, dancing, singing and rhyming.
Registration required
Sewing Bee
When: 10:30AM-3PM
Where: First Presbyterian Church of Golden, 17707 W. 16th Avenue, Golden, CO
Once a month the church hosts a sewing bee where people can bring whatever project they're working on to get help or just hang out. This is also an opportunity for get help troubleshooting problems you may be having.
Feel free to bring lunch and snacks.
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Autumn Wedding Show
When: 11AM-2PM
Where: Boettcher Mansion, 900 Colorow Road, Golden, CO
Attend this complimentary wedding show and meet professional vendors who will make your wedding an event to remember.
Quick Class: Sweet Potato Reigns Supreme
When: 12-12:30PM
Where: Natural Grocers, 2401 Ford Street, Golden, CO
You Say Potato, I Say Sweet Potato!
Long live the reigning health benefits of sweet potato! A most versatile food—there are so many ways to enjoy this fall favorite: baked, mashed, pureed, or pied. Learn all about what makes sweet potato a reigning champ in the kitchen and in your health.
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Golden FestiFall
When: 1-4PM
Where: Parfet Park, 10th Street and Washington Avenue, Golden, CO
Presented by the Golden Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Coors Distributing Company, the Golden Beverage Tasting & Chili Cook-Off is now the Golden FestiFall! This is a celebration of all things beverages, food, and fun! The new name this year encompasses the variety of samples, including seltzers, spirits, gluten-free, and non-alcoholic options available beyond beer!
Beverages – In partnership with Coors Distributing Company (CDC), this event will showcase 25 brands, from domestic beers to imports to specialty crafts – and seltzers and spirits. Ticketed attendees receive a souvenir beer sampling glass to properly see, smell, and taste several of the different beer products.
New for 2025! We will have a variety of food vendors available, along with family-friendly activities throughout the park.
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Fright & Write: Tales from the Haunted Stacks
When: 1-2PM
Where: Golden Library, 1019 10th Street, Golden, CO
Join us if you dare, for a spooky freewriting session among the haunted stacks at Golden Library! Enjoy eerie prompts, creepy music, and ghostly refreshments. Costumes are encouraged. This program is exclusively for adults 19+. Please honor this age limit to ensure a comfortable and age-appropriate environment for all participants.
Share your chilling tales with fellow writers in a fun space.
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow - MAPAC Children's Theater
When: 1PM
Where: Miners Alley Performing Arts Center, 1103 Arapahoe Street, Golden, CO
Ichabod Crane has come to Sleepy Hollow to teach, but what he learns there nearly frightens him out of his wits! Watch as Ichabod learns of the Legend of Sleepy Hollow and tries to escape the clutches of the Headless Horseman.
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow - MAPAC Children's Theater
When: 1PM
Where: Miners Alley Performing Arts Center, 1103 Arapahoe Street, Golden, CO
Ichabod Crane has come to Sleepy Hollow to teach, but what he learns there nearly frightens him out of his wits! Watch as Ichabod learns of the Legend of Sleepy Hollow and tries to escape the clutches of the Headless Horseman.
Fright & Write: Tales from the Haunted Stacks
When: 1-2PM
Where: Golden Library, 1019 10th Street, Golden, CO
Join us if you dare, for a spooky freewriting session among the haunted stacks at Golden Library! Enjoy eerie prompts, creepy music, and ghostly refreshments. Costumes are encouraged. This program is exclusively for adults 19+. Please honor this age limit to ensure a comfortable and age-appropriate environment for all participants.
Share your chilling tales with fellow writers in a fun space.
Artist Talk with Tom Van Der Sloot
When: 2-3PM
Where: Foothills Art Center - Astor House, 1133 Arapahoe Street, Golden, CO
Discover the captivating journey of Tom, a talented artist originally from Alberta, Canada, now living and working in Denver. With a background in industrial design from Virginia Tech, Tom’s unique style features sharp line work, a skill honed through years of hand-rendering products. His artwork draws inspiration from the intriguing space between wakefulness and dreams, offering a visual narrative of his subconscious mind and life experiences.
Using acrylic paint for its opacity and resilience, Tom’s pieces burst with color, using foreground and background contrast to create a mesmerizing effect. Since embarking on his artistic journey in 2019, he has continually sought to refine his craft, often taking art classes at local art centers.
Don’t miss this opportunity to hear Tom share his insights on art, creativity, and the stories behind his work. Join us for an engaging conversation that will inspire and ignite your own artistic journey!
Free
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No Kings - Nationwide Day of Defiance
When: 3-5PM
Where: Washington Avenue, Golden, CO
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The Talking Dead - An Interactive Pub Crawl
When: 6:30-9:30PM
Where: Golden Mill, 1012 Ford Street, Golden, CO
Step into the shadowy corners of downtown Golden, Colorado, on an unforgettable three-hour ghost tour where history and the supernatural intertwine. As the sun sets and the streets dim, your journey begins with tales of Golden's wild west past, guided by experts who reveal the spectral secrets that haunt this historic town.
Embark on a chilling yet captivating exploration, encountering six to ten restless spirits from Golden’s storied past. Each ghost has a unique tale of mystery, misfortune, and intrigue, waiting to be uncovered. From tragic figures to mischievous apparitions, these spectral inhabitants linger on, their stories etched into the very fabric of Golden’s history.
Diva Royale
When: 7:30PM
Where: Miners Alley Performing Arts Center, 1100 Miners Alley, Golden, CO
Written by Award-Winning Actor, Jeff Daniels and directed by Miners Alley’s Len Matheo, Diva Royal tells the story of three stay-at-home moms from the Midwest who share a deep obsession with Celine Dion. Their spontaneous trip to New York City unfolds into an evening filled with side-splitting hilarity. This crowd-pleasing comedy is guaranteed to make you laugh until you cry.
