The City is hosting Goldens in Golden tomorrow. This event attracts thousands of people and dogs and gives a real boost to downtown businesses during the slowest time of the year, BUT it will cause huge traffic and parking problems.
If you're planning to come downtown for some other event (such as the class at Foothills Art Center or the children's play at Miners Alley), be prepared to spend extra time getting there, and the possibility of finding no parking spot. The City is providing free shuttles (with dogs) from The Splash (map) from 8AM to 3PM. Those will drop you at Parfet Park. If you're taking an Uber, the drop-off spot is at the Clear Creek lot (across from the new City Hall - map).
If you're close enough to walk, that's probably the best way to get into the downtown area.
