SOLD OUT: 11AM and 1PM Golden Cemetery Tour
When: All day
Where: Golden Cemetery, 755 Ulysses Street, Golden, CO
11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Visit the graves of legendary Golden characters with storyteller Barb Warden.
Tours begin and end at the Golden Cemetery. This program is popular, so get your tickets early. This is a rain-or-shine event; weather will not force a cancellation.
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SOLD OUT: 11AM and 1PM Golden Cemetery Tour
When: All day
Where: Golden Cemetery, 755 Ulysses Street, Golden, CO
11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Visit the graves of legendary Golden characters with storyteller Barb Warden.
Tours begin and end at the Golden Cemetery. This program is popular, so get your tickets early. This is a rain-or-shine event; weather will not force a cancellation.
Tickets
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, A Visit to the Wild West, Adversary to Advocate, Legacy on Lookout Mountain
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 WinnersThe winners of the Center for Railroad Photography & Art’s 2026 John E. Gruber Creative Photography Contest have been announced, and these award-winning images are now on display at the Museum.
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
Portraits in Glass: Sue Rose
(through October 25, 2026)
Sue is relatively new to the world of mosaic, but she has shot off like a rocket.
Structure
(through October 25, 2026)
A collection of ceramic works focused on foundation and quality. Once a solid foundation is established, the artist elaborates on the structure’s physical and conceptual direction of growth. This lifelong pursuit blends professionalism with the flexibility to build upon previous concepts.
CarolAnn Wachter
(through October 25, 2026)
A show that unites works on paper, large-scale painted collages, and oil paintings created over the last 8-10 years by CarolAnn.
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.
Discovery Awaits: Indigenous Connections, Epic Events, Glimpses of Golden, Legendary People, and the Touch Gallery, Welcome Home: Honoring Colorado’s Vietnam Veterans.
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
NEW EXHIBIT: The Martin Zinn Quartz Collection
(through August 2027)
Come see over 150 glittering specimens of quartz in every shape and size imaginable, spanning localities from across the globe!
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
Anne Olsen Quilts from RMQM's Permanent Collection
(through October 17, 2026)
RMQM presents a series of quilts by Anne Olsen. Anne methodically rescued orphan quilt blocks, dissembled and then reworked them to refine the color scheme or improve the piecing accuracy, often salvaging fabric from other old blocks to complete a set.
NORTHEAST GALLERY
20 Perspectives | Conversing with the Earth
(through October 17, 2026)
20 Perspectives began several years ago during COVID when many of the group were looking to make new connections. Ultimately, the members who joined together come from nine countries and four continents. The group meets twice monthly via Zoom to discuss their work and decide upon themes that lead to three quilt collections a year.
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Stories Worth Telling Film Festival
When: All day
Where: American Mountaineering Center, 710 10th Street, Golden, CO
Stories Worth Telling was created to connect brands, creatives, and filmmakers through the power of story. Beginning in 2021 in historic Golden, CO the festival quickly captured the spirit of Colorado creatives. Since then, the festival has traveled On The Road to several locations around the country to share the power of story.
Golden Sports
When: All day
Check out the sports schedules for our local teams:
Colorado Apex
Colorado School of Mines
Golden High School
Bell Middle School
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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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
Brunch at the Rose
When: 9AM-2PM
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.
Reservations
Harvest Haunt Express
When: 9AM-5PM
Where: Colorado Railroad Museum, 17155 W. 44th Avenue, Golden, CO
The Colorado Railroad Museum’s annual Halloween-themed steam-up event is coming back to “haunt the rails” in 2026! Enjoy the Olde Railroaders Silly Graveyard, "not-so-spooky" Haunted Railcars, a hay bale maze, and more. An authentic, coal burning Colorado steam locomotive will pull trains for the Harvest Haunt Express.
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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
The Colorado Railroad Museum’s annual Halloween-themed steam-up event is coming back to “haunt the rails” in 2026! Enjoy the Olde Railroaders Silly Graveyard, "not-so-spooky" Haunted Railcars, a hay bale maze, and more. An authentic, coal burning Colorado steam locomotive will pull trains for the Harvest Haunt Express.
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Golden Gate Grange Holiday Craft Fair
When: 9AM-4PM
Where: Golden Gate Grange, 25201 Golden Gate Canyon Road, Golden, CO
Handmade crafts, home decor, jewelry, horseshoe art, pottery, welded metal art, purses, bags, table runners, coasters, stained glass, lotions and soaps, and so much more.....
www.goldengategrange.com
The Golden Gate Grange is located at 25201 Golden Gate Canyon Road just 4 miles west of Route 93 in Golden.
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Sewing Bee
When: 10AM-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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Introduction to Gouache: Painting the Colorado Landscape
When: 10AM-3PM
Where: Foothills Art Center - Creative Campus, 809 15th Street, Golden, CO
Discover the versatility and vibrant color of gouache while painting landscapes inspired by Colorado’s mountains, skies, and open spaces. Often described as abridge between watercolor and acrylic, gouache is an approachable and forgiving medium that offers rich color and expressive possibilities. Through demonstrations, guided exercises, and individualized instruction, students will learn the fundamentals of gouache painting while creating a finished landscape painting.
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Truck or Treat - Touch a Truck Event
When: 10AM-1PM
Where: Heritage Square Parking Lot, 18301 West Colfax Avenue, Golden, CO
Martin Marietta Spec Agg is hosting a touch a "Truck or Treat." Kids of all ages can experience heavy equipment, fire trucks, police cars, and more!
A non-perishable food donation is your ticket to this event and will support BGoldN.
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
Gluten-free Fall Fest
When: 11AM-5PM
Where: Holidaily Brewing Company, 801 Brickyard Circle, Golden, CO
Come celebrate the seasons changing and join us for an amazing gluten-free Fall Festival! Enjoy delicious gluten-free Holidaily brews, gluten-free food, flash tattoos, live music, and fall fun!
Live Music by Mark Robinson 12pm-2pm and Gabriel Coda 3pm-5pm!
No tickets needed. Family & dog friendly!
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Amazing Apples
When: 12-12:45PM
Where: Natural Grocers, 2401 Ford Street, Golden, CO
The Fruit of Temptation
Apples are centuries old, but are as delicious today as ever. Learn about our amazing varieties of organic apples and tempt your senses with some of our favorite new, apple-inspired recipes. It's easy to make this healthful fruit a part of your everyday diet. After all, an apple a day keeps the doctor away!
Presented by: Christina Berg, MBWP
Sponsored by: Natural Grocers
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"Knock Your Boots Off" Golden BeverageTasting & Chili Cook-Off
When: 1-4PM
Where: Parfet Park, 10th Street and Washington Avenue, Golden, CO
Now under new management, the Golden Welcome Center, a local Golden 501(c)(3) nonprofit, takes the helm of this traditional community event. Ticketed guests enjoy an afternoon of fun with beverage samples, food samples, chili cooks, entertainment, snack vendors, and more!
NOTE: The event is rain or shine! Come prepared for unpredictable Colorado fall weather.
Presented by the Golden Welcome Center and Coors Distributing Company
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Cavemen vs. Zombies - MAPAC Children's Theater
When: 1PM
Where: Miners Alley Performing Arts Center, 1103 Arapahoe Street, Golden, CO
Pre-historic Halloween fun is in your future! When curious cavemen discover zany zombies, it’s up to you to save the day. Help shape history by joining battles, solving puzzles, and making new friends. An all-new, not-too-spooky story for all ages!
Cavemen vs. Zombies - MAPAC Children's Theater
When: 1PM
Where: Miners Alley Performing Arts Center, 1103 Arapahoe Street, Golden, CO
Pre-historic Halloween fun is in your future! When curious cavemen discover zany zombies, it’s up to you to save the day. Help shape history by joining battles, solving puzzles, and making new friends. An all-new, not-too-spooky story for all ages!
Panel Discussion: Structure Exhibition Artists
When: 1:30-3:30PM
Where: Foothills Art Center - Astor House, 1133 Arapahoe Street, Golden, CO
Join us for an engaging discussion showcasing the exhibition, Structure, which delves into the fundamental building blocks of ceramic artistry. Experience the profound connection between artists and their materials, as we explore how these elements shape their creative processes and outputs.
Free
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March to the Ballot Drop Box
When: 2PM
Where: Buffalo Bill Statue, 1010 Washington Avenue, Golden, CO
Join the No Kings Coalition for a rally, and then march to the ballot drop box at Golden City Hall. We will start at the Buffalo Bill statue on Washington Avenue, rally for a while with our signs and music, then march to Golden City Hall to drop our ballot.
(NO signs, tee shirts, hats, etc. are allowed within 100 feet of the ballot box.)
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Mines Museum Spooktacular
When: 2-5PM
Where: Mines Museum, 1310 Maple Street, Golden, CO
Mines Museum is brewing up a good time! Join us for a super fun and free event.
Mines Museum Spooktacular
When: 2-5PM
Where: Mines Museum, 1310 Maple Street, Golden, CO
Mines Museum is brewing up a good time! Join us for a super fun and free event.
State 38 Cocktail Class
When: 4-5:30PM
Where: State 38 Distilling, 400 Corporate Circle, Suite B, Golden, CO
Join us for an evening under the still and barrels to learn how to create two signature State 38 cocktails. Come learn the history behind State 38 Distilling and how we make our wide portfolio of spirits and taste two spirits of your choice. We will then lead you through the creation of two signature cocktails. The cocktails for this class will include the Peachy Keen (Peach Vodka) and the Boulevardier (2026 Colorado Day Whiskey). Each individual will get to take home a State 38 tasting glass.
Golden American Legion Dinner
When: 5-6:30PM
Where: American Legion Post 21, 500 9th Street, Golden, CO
Every Saturday the Post has a home cooked meal at 5:00 p.m. and Queen of Hearts progressive raffle at 6:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome as guests of American Legion Post 21. Please sign our guest registry located to the left as you enter through the door. www.goldenpost21.org
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.
Good Night, Oscar
When: 7:30PM
Where: Miners Alley Performing Arts Center, 1100 Miners Alley, Golden, CO
Broadway composer, Hollywood actor, concert pianist, and witty wild card on-screen and off...he did it all, but it was never enough. Miners Alley's regional premiere stars Denver's own award-winning David Nehls as the legendary Oscar Levant. Set over one unforgettable night in 1958, this razor-sharp, deeply moving drama explores the cost of genius, the power of performance, and the fine line between brilliance and madness.
