DPL Kids

08/22/2026

🔥 Free Admission Day at the Firefighters Museum! 🚒

Head to the Firefighters Museum on Saturday, August 29, from 10 AM–4 PM for a special day celebrating the brave first responders who serve our communities! ❤️

Families can explore the Denver Firefighters Museum and learn more about the important work firefighters and other first responders do every day.

📅 Saturday, August 29
⏰ 10 AM–4 PM
📍 1326 Tremont Place, Denver, CO 80204
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION!

Bring the kids for a fun, educational experience and an opportunity to celebrate the people who help keep our communities safe. We hope to see you there! 🚒❤️

08/19/2026

🚸 Help Shape the Future of Childcare in Denver! 🚸

The City and County of Denver wants to hear from families, caregivers, childcare providers, employers, and community members. You do not need to currently use childcare to participate!

For more information, visit: https://denvergov.org/Government/Agencies-Departments-Offices/Agencies-Departments-Offices-Directory/Office-of-Childrens-Affairs/ProgramsInitiatives/Child-Care-for-All

08/17/2026

Can you use your imagination to transform yourself into animals and inanimate objects? Join us in the Children's Library on Wednesday, August 19 at 3:30 for an hour of creative movement with the Arvada Center!
Where: 10 w 14th ave pkwy, Denver, 80204
When: August 19, 3:30-4:30pm
More information: https://denverlibrary.libcal.com/event/15824648

08/16/2026

📚Share a story with Luna the poodle! 🐩
Next Sunday, August 23, from 1-2pm, she will be here to receive all the snuggles and stories that your little ones can share~
For more information, visit the event page here: https://denverlibrary.libcal.com/event/16020715

08/09/2026

📣 Calling all storytellers! 📣
The Denver Public Library is looking for new Read Aloud Volunteers to spend time sharing stories in Denver preschool classrooms. We have upcoming trainings, so if this seems like something you'd be interested in, learn more here:

The Montbello Branch Library will be temporarily closed due to a malfunctioning HVAC system and excessive temperatures inside the building. We hope to open on Monday, August 10, and appreciate your patience as we complete the necessary repairs. Further updates will be provided as the situation evolv...

08/06/2026

There's still time to complete and turn in your Adventure Guide to redeem any outstanding prizes! That could be a sticker sheet, a finger puppet, kinetic sand, an LCD writing tablet, a tote bag, and a free ticket to visit the Denver Zoo! To learn more, visit: SummerOfAdventure.org

08/04/2026

Did you know that we provide free and reduced-cost programming in schools, libraries, and community spaces all year long?

Over the next week, we're excited to partner with Clayton Early Learning and the DPS Embark Program to bring four performances to summer school programs. We'd also love to see you at one of our free public performances!

📍 Sam Gary Branch Library (Denver Public Library)
🗓️ Tuesday, July 28
🕒 3:00 PM

Meet five orchestra instruments up close as our lively quintet shares music, movement, and plenty of chances to join the fun. It's like a mini orchestra with a big personality!

Check the library calendar for details: https://denverlibrary.libcal.com/

Thank you for helping us make music accessible to more children, one performance at a time. We hope you'll join us at the library!

07/26/2026

Looking for something to do next weekend? Help the Valdez-Perry Branch Library celebrate their 30th anniversary! 🥳

Join us for our annual Block Party on Saturday, August 1st, from 12 pm to 2 pm. Come and celebrate our 30th anniversary. Enjoy free tacos, face painting, mariachi, a bounce castle, and many other fun activities. There will also be community resources.

Acompáñenos a nuestra Fiesta Anual del Vecindario el sábado 1.º de agosto de 12 pm a 2pm. Habrá tacos gratis, pinta caritas, mariachi, br**ca br**ca y mucho más. También habrá recursos para la comunidad.