Buffalo Bill Days, 2025
Photo by Joyce Davell
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What's happening in Golden today?
Events for Saturday, Jul. 26th
- All day - CURRENT EXHIBITS AT THE MUSEUMS
- All day - Buffalo Bill Days
- All day - Golden History Tours
- All day - State Swim Meet
- 7:30AM - Saturday Morning Run and Social Walk
- 8AM-1PM - Mini Golden Farmers Market
- 8-10AM - The Mindful Birder
- 9:30AM-3PM - Introduction to Dye Painting with Sue Sherman (FULL)
- 10AM-12PM - Buffalo Bill Days Parade Watch Party
- 10AM-3PM - Brunch at the Rose
- 10AM-3PM - Saturday Train Rides
- 10AM - Amazing Garden Printmaking (FULL)
- 10:15-10:45AM - Family Time - Registration Required
- 11AM-1PM - Clear Creek Corridor Cleanup
- 11AM-4PM - Luau Open House
- 11-11:25AM - Gallery Tour - Tom Van der Sloot
- 12-12:45PM - Natural Tips to Support Healthy Sleep
- 1-2:30PM - Acrylic Painting on Wood Bookmarks
- 4-5:30PM - State 38 Cocktail Class
- 5:30-8PM - Garden Party Clay Workshop (FULL)
For more information, click the item above or visit the Golden Today Calendar
Buffalo Bill Days Events
6-10AM Fire Department Pancake Breakfast (map)
10AM “The Best of the West” Parade
(Washington Avenue, 9th-13th Streets)
Parfet Park Activities (map)
- 10AM-10PM Arts & Crafts Festival
- 10AM-10PM Children’s Activities
- On the Stage
11:30AM Parade Awards
12-2PM Kingpin Posse
3:30–5:30PM The Fuzzheads
7-10PM Red Rock Vixens
More information
8AM-1PM Mini Golden Farmers Market @ Golden High School
Photo by Joyce Davell
The Golden Farmers Market (GFM) is produced and managed by the Golden Chamber of Commerce, a 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization in Golden, Colorado. A long-standing tradition in the Golden community, we strive to contribute to the success of local food growers and producers, as well as other businesses, and create vibrant community gatherings. The revenue generated from vendor sales commission helps to cover market operating expenses and directly benefits small businesses and the economic development of the Golden Community.
The location change occurs this week only due to Buffalo Bill Days.
We appreciate your support of the Golden Farmers Market and Colorado agriculture!
Location:
Golden High School
701 24th Street (Map)
When:
8AM-1PM on Saturday, Jul. 26th
8-10AM The Mindful Birder @ Lookout Mountain Nature Center
Bullock's Oriole courtesy Stewards of Golden Open Space
Join us on a new take on the traditional guided bird walk— one that focuses less on identifying species and more on observing behaviors. Stop, listen, and learn. Be in the moment! Birding is not only a great way to feel more connected to the outdoors, but also a mindfulness tool that can unlock great mental health benefits. We will have some binoculars to share, but please bring your own if you have them.
Location:
Lookout Mountain Nature Center
910 Colorow Road (Map)
When:
8-10AM on Saturday, Jul. 26th
10AM-3PM Saturday Train Rides @ Colorado Railroad Museum
Ride on-board a passenger car pulled by a powerful locomotive. More information
Location:
Colorado Railroad Museum
17155 W. 44th Avenue (Map)
11-11:25AM Gallery Tour - Tom Van der Sloot @ Foothills Art Center - Astor House
A Gallery Guide will lead you in a 25-minute tour, exploring exhibition themes and artworks through focused observation and engaging conversation.
If you're visiting with a group of 10 or more, consider booking ahead of time by calling 303-279-3922.
Location:
Foothills Art Center - Astor House
1133 Arapahoe Street (Map)
When:
11-11:25AM on Saturday, Jul. 26th
1-2:30PM Acrylic Painting on Wood Bookmarks @ Golden Library
Learn to create a mini piece of decorative art using acrylic paint on wood! Participants will make bookmarks with a beautiful mountain starry night landscape. All materials will be provided.
Location:
Golden Library
1019 10th Street (Map)
When:
1-2:30PM on Saturday, Jul. 26th
Live Music for Saturday, Jul. 26th
- 5:30-8:30PM Bob Cannistraro @ Buffalo Rose
Buffalo Rose (Sky Bar Stage) - 7PM Cancelled: El Dolor with Duncan Coker Band
Buffalo Rose (main venue) - More Live Music
12-2PM Kingpin Posse @ Buffalo Bill Days - Parfet Park
1PM Project X @ Dirty Dogs Roadhouse
2-4PM Chicken Coop Willaye Band @ Mountain Toad
3:30-5:30PM The Fuzzheads @ Buffalo Bill Days - Parfet Park
4-8PM Mad Millie Band @ Wrigley’s
5-8PM Live Music @ Eddy Taproom
6PM Aces & Eights @ Dirty Dogs Roadhouse
7-10PM Red Rock Vixens @ Buffalo Bill Days - Parfet Park
9PM Karaoke @ Ace Hi Tavern
For more information, visit the Golden Today Calendar
Golden History: Encampment in City Park
Denver Public Library Special Collections, X-9823
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108 Years Ago
In the summer of 1917, the United States had just entered World War I. The July 26, 1917 Colorado Transcript reported that soldiers were encamped in City Park:
The City park has now assumed all the appearance of a military camp. Companies A and B are now stationed there. Company streets have been surveyed, and electric lights placed at convenient places. All of the officers’ tents have been provided with electric lights. Sanitary toilets have been connected with the city sewer. A large cook shack has been completed and all officers and men of the battalion are now taking their meals in the park.
Early maps of Golden show a four square block area between 16th and 18th Streets, from Arapahoe to Illinois, marked “Public Square.” According to the Colorado Transcript, town founder William Loveland donated it to the City with the stipulation that it always be used as a park.
After World War II, the county needed a bigger courthouse, and–rather than losing them to some other municipality–the citizens of Golden voted to give the park to the County, so they could build a new courthouse there. Soon after, the School of Mines received the rest of the property so they could expand the campus.
When the County built the current courthouse, the School of Mines acquired the rest of the former City park.
Weather
Overnight: Patchy smoke. Mostly clear, with a low around 64. West wind around 8 mph.
Saturday: Patchy smoke before noon, then patchy smoke and a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91. North wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Saturday Night: Patchy smoke before midnight. Mostly clear. Low around 64, with temperatures rising to around 67 overnight. West wind around 8 mph.
Saturday Night: Patchy Smoke then Mostly Clear, 64°F
Sunday: Sunny, 93°F
Sunday Night: Partly Cloudy, 66°F
Monday: Mostly Sunny, 95°F
Monday Night: Mostly Cloudy, 66°F
Tuesday: Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 90°F
Tuesday Night: Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 62°F
Wednesday: Showers And Thunderstorms, 80°F
Wednesday Night: Showers And Thunderstorms Likely, 61°F
Thursday: Showers And Thunderstorms, 79°F
Thursday Night: Showers And Thunderstorms Likely, 60°F
Friday: Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely, 82°F
News About Golden - July 26, 2025
Amplified music now restricted in downtown Golden right of way
By Corinne Westeman
Golden Transcript
Starting on or around Aug. 1, people can no longer play amplified music on downtown Golden’s sidewalks.
In response to numerous complaints, the Golden City Council has unanimously passed an ordinance restricting amplified music in the downtown public right of way, such as streets, sidewalks and alleyways... Read more...
‘A long time coming’: Golden breaks ground on new municipal center and police headquarters
By Corinne Westeman
Golden Transcript
In about two years, a tree stump along Archer Street is going to be an entrance plaza; the nearby rocky soil will be new offices and meeting rooms; and the currently dried-out grasses along Vasquez Street will be a staff and visitor parking lot... Read more...
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Tall Pines Painting, Baby Doe’s Clothing, Goozell Yogurt & Coffee Paul Haseman, Donna Anderson, Carol & Doug Harwood, Beth Bidwell, Stephanie Painter, Greg Poulos, Ann Norton & Jonathan Storer, Mary & Don Parker, Saré Merrigan, The Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum, Vic DeMaria, and Joy Brandt
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Laura King and Scott Wilson, Bobby German and Alison McNally, Forrest Jones, Barry & Liz Bettis, Cheryl & Tom Schweich, Marjorie Sloan, Chris and Joyce Davell, Rick Flint, Forrest Jones, Cynthia Merrill Tamny, Stephen Pero, Meg Van Ness & Steve Kalasz, Steve & Karla Schaefer, Bud Rockhill, Steve Enger, Kristie Brice & Mike Schwartz, The Golden Hotel, Kurt & Janet Siegfried, Ella Lyons & Jeanne Fritch, and Robert Thresher.
Members:
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Brad Miller & Julie Bartos, Holly Thomas, Jim and LouAnne Dale, Ann Pattison, Thomas Hoffman, Carol Abel, Brian Quarnstrom, Sandra Curran, Bobby German and Alison McNally, Kathy Smith, Karen Smith, Carlos & Nancy Bernal, Robert Storrs, Michele Sannes, Elaine Marolla, Dixie Termin & Ron Miller, E Tom Hughes, Crystal M Culbert, Patrick A. Madison, Alice Madison & Jim Kalivas, Deb Goeldner, Christopher Ball, 6th Chair Home Services, Dot & Eric Brownson, Rosemary Coffman, Emeline Paulson, Sandy Schneider, Mark and Cathy Pattridge, Cheryl G Leidich, Jen Rutter, Frani R Bickart, Jennings and Litz, Bill Sedgeley, Nancy Hughes, Justin L Wade, Kathi Eggers, Traci Case, Donna Owen, Leslie D Lutz, Karen Oxman, Catherine Skokan, Ross Fraser & KC Gilliland, Lynne Haigh, Elizabeth Hilliard, Frank Young & Terre Deegan-Young, Kathy Hirons & Jack Markin, Jess & Anthony Monasterio, Heather Duncan, Lee Ann & Pete Horneck, Carol Cameron, Cheryl Williamson, San Daugherty, Jim Garner, John and Carol McEncroe, the Golden Welcome Center, the Golden Transcript, Koshare Eagle, Ken and Colleen Krantz, Traci Neuman Lacey, Jo Barber, Jamie Cookinham, Kermit Shields, Meridee Cecil, Vicki Olson, Colleen & Michael Ramey, Nancy & Pete Torpey, Jax Baker, Simon Maybury, Rose McLaughlin, Cameron Chambers, Joyce Gravina, Patrick Klein, Barb Robie, and Mary Rains, Richard Caldwell, Janice Waring, Sam & Marilyn Baron, Carmen Johnson, Cherryln Parker, Mary Eiberger, Kevin Nichols, Ed & Carol Freza, Laura and Curtis Moore, Ruth Hund, Shelley & Jerry Devitt
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