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.
Black 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
Quilts Inspired from Down Under - a solo exhibit by Bonnie Murphy
(through January 17, 2026)
Drawn to reproduction fabrics and patterns based on historical quilts from the 19th century, Bonnie began to notice most of her quilts were designed by Australian designers, Di Ford Hall, Margaret Mew, Susan Smith and Sandy Cousins, just to name a few! Although hand quilting her first quilts, Bonnie discovered she loved the look of machine quilting and found some very talented ladies who now longarm quilt her creations.
NORTHEAST GALLERY
The Grandeur of the Moment - a solo exhibit by Linda Anderson
(through January 17, 2026)
Linda Anderson tells compelling stories of people in many cultures around the world, many images gathered from her travels. Everyone, everywhere, has a story. Her realistic depictions celebrate the ordinary moments that often go unnoticed, capturing the essence of the humanity we all share. Facilitating that connection visually and highlighting the splendor of the commonplace is her goal.
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Live Workouts with Community Center Pros
When: All day
Our very own Group Fitness Instructors will be doing LIVE WORKOUTS!
In addition to our LIVE WORKOUTS with your Golden Community Center Fitness Instructors, We have added a YouTube Channel! If you can't make the LIVE workout you can still have your favorite instructor in your own home! We add previously recorded workouts everyday to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrni5jjFr8ip4eNUB63KIvA
If you are a Silver Sneaker Member you can also go to SilverSneakers FaceBook page and see live classes or their web page https://tools.silversneakers.com/ to sign in for On-Demand Classes!
Don't forget to check the LIVE Fitness Schedule for updates and links. https://groupexpro.com/schedule/726/?view=calendar
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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Baby Time - Registration Required
When: 9:15-9:45AM
Where: Golden Library, 1019 10th Street, Golden, CO
Help the littlest minds develop and grow. Bounce, sing, rhyme and read with your baby!
Registration required
Call In: Mid-Morning Meditation
When: 10-10:30AM
Call in from any location to alleviate stress, calm the mind, and focus on setting positive intentions with the Jefferson Center for Mental Health's weekly wellness meditation. Simply call 303-502-5189 to join. For previously recorded sessions, visit jeffcolibrary.org.
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Introduction to Japanese Sashiko Stitching
When: 10AM-3PM
Where: Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum, 200 Violet Street, Suite 150, Golden, CO
This one day class will walk you through the history and culture of Sashiko and how Boro stitching compares. Then you will learn the tools of the Sashiko, materials and threads, as well as the unique type of thimble used. Preparing the fabric, drawing the traditional geometric patterns and preparing to stitch will also be part of the process - and then the actual stitching! The techniques used by the masters are a bit different than those often taught - by books - so learning from a master will be amazing.
The special type of thimble can be purchased - but many masters use homemade thimbles instead - so making your own thimble will be part of this class as well.
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Library for All: Interactive Program for Adults with Disabilities
When: 11AM-12PM
Where: Golden Library, 1019 10th Street, Golden, CO
The library is more than a collection of books -- it's a place where everyone can learn, play and create! We welcome adults with disabilities and their caregivers to make crafts, create art, play games, explore the library, and enjoy music, Story Times, and guest speakers. Each program is tailored to the audience's unique interests and ability levels.
Candy Crawl @ Jefferson County Government Complex
When: 2:30-4:30PM
Where: Jefferson County Government Complex, Golden, CO
Get ready for a ghoulishly good time as we invite all little ghosts, goblins and creatures of the night to join us for our Candy Crawl event! County offices will transform into a Halloween wonderland filled with spooky decorations, friendly faces and, of course, plenty of treats! This is a fantastic opportunity for children and families to enjoy a safe and festive environment.
Vaccine, License & Microchip Clinic
When: 3-4:30PM
Where: Foothills Animal Shelter, 580 McIntyre Street, Golden, CO
- Rabies: $25
- Distemper/Parvo ((DA2PPV): $25
- Bordetella: $25
- Microchip: $35
- Licenses: $20 *
- *Please note, licenses are required for all dogs 4 months and older within unincorporated Jefferson County and the cities of Arvada, Edgewater, Golden, Lakewood, and Wheat Ridge. Proof of current rabies vaccination is required when renewing your license.
- Please make sure your dog is on a leash. You will accompany your dog into the Community Room where staff will vaccinate your dog and provide you with your paperwork.
Golden Startup Happy Hour
When: 4PM
Where: Morris & Mae, 18475 W. Colfax Avenue, Golden, CO
Connect with local entrepreneurs, small business owners, and fun, like-minded people in a relaxed, social setting. Golden Startup Happy Hour takes place in Morris & Mae the last Thursday of the month at 4:00 p.m.
Weekly Demonstration - What do you stand for?
When: 5-7PM
Where: Buffalo Bill Statue, Tenth and Washington, Golden
Weekly Demonstration ~ What do you stand for? What are you willing to get into good trouble to support?
We meet every Thurs, 5:00pm to 7:00pm at the Buffalo Bill statue, Washington Ave & 10th St, Golden CO
Come STAND with us one deep on the sidewalks thru Golden. We will start at Washington Ave and 10th St & spread out, as far as we can go.
This is a peaceful rally. One of the important principles is the idea of de-escalation. We aim for a nonviolent protest. And we aim to be counted. We will also have the opportunity to talk with our neighbors about the important issues of the day.
IndivisibleTableMountain@gmail.com.
Harleys After Dark
When: 5-8PM
Where: Avalanche Harley Davidson, 18425 W. Colfax Avenue, Golden, CO
Join us for Harleys After Dark! Let's enjoy an evening of live entertainment, free dinner, and drinks. It's a free event, but you must sign up to attend!
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Run Club
When: 6PM
Where: Runners Roost, 2120 Ford Street, Golden, CO
3-5 Mile no-drop runs for all paces.
Join us for some casual miles around Golden and drinks after!
Free parking is available at Runners Roost Golden for all participants. Contact goldenrunnersroost.com with any questions about routes, pace, or other details. ALL are welcome!
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Herbal Sourdough Bread
When: 6-8PM
Where: Earth Sweet Boutique, 1224 Arapahoe Street, Golden, CO
Join certified clinical herbalist & avid baker, Rachel Bull for a night of learning and eating, We will be warm and cozy with some comfort food!
If you've always wanted to bake sourdough but don't know where to start, this class is for you.
In this demonstration style class, Rachel will be teaching you how to make homemade sourdough, step by step and explaining the different herbs & foods that can be added to spruce up your loaves.
Throughout class, we will be sampling a variety of breads, so come hungry!
Come celebrate Halloween with some delicious and festive bread! We will be learning how to make orange or black sourdough for Halloween!
$45
Trick-or-Treat Street - Golden High School
When: 6-7PM
Where: Golden High School, 701 24th Street, Golden, CO
Bring your little kids and siblings to dress up, get candy, play games, and connect with the Golden community.
Sponsored by Golden High School Student Council
Halloween Blues Ball
When: 7PM
Where: Buffalo Rose, 1119 Washington Avenue, Golden, CO
7PM Delta Sonics
8:50PM Deborah Stafford & The Night Stalkers
Buffalo Rose (main venue)
Colorado Haunted History: Murder, Mayhem and Madness Tour
When: 7PM
Where: Golden Visitors Center, 10th Street and Washington Avenue, Golden, CO
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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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.
Carnival of Horrors
When: 7:30-9:30PM
Where: Gnarly's, 1224 Washington Avenue, Suite 200, Golden, CO
A haunt-like atmosphere where magic, twisted carnival games, and the occasional jump scare blur together and pull everyone in, even if it’s just dying of fear. This isn’t your typical stage show; it’s part performance, part fun and games, maybe a nightmare, but definitely something everyone in the audience won’t forget soon.
You’ll witness spooky magic up, compete in (possibly rigged) carnival games, see things you didn’t actually see, and maybe find yourself called to the stage for something you’ll wish you didn’t volunteer for. But we know some of you are brave and you can guarantee a starring role in the show by purchasing a special ticket that guarantees you can risk your life, limb, and dignity with power saws, a guillotine, or worse. Feeling evil? Surprise your bestie with some truly horrifying stage time. Arrive early because there are only six experiences and first come first choice.
Shakti: Practical Magic
When: 7:30PM
Where: Rise Yoga and Wellness, 601 16th Street, Golden, CO
Step into the season of magic with a class that blends sweat, stretch, and a touch of spellwork.
Think:
- Sultry, stretchy flows
- Playful, sexy movement
- Music from the iconic Practical Magic soundtrack
- A vibe of sisterhood + enchantment
It’s not just a class, it’s a ritual of embodied magic — where you’ll leave glowy, grounded, and maybe a little spellbound.Costumes, red lipstick, and witchy energy highly encouraged.
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