With a Farmers Market, Weekly Music, and Seasonal Festival, There’s Nothing Like a Summer Weekend in This Colorado Town

Summer in Golden, Colorado, is spectacular. You'll love visiting this small-town suburb of Denver during the warmest months of the year. There's so much to see and do, and Golden really comes alive on summer weekends. Read on to learn more about Golden, Colorado, in the summertime, and plan a visit this year!

Golden is a wonderful place to visit at any time of the year, but it really comes alive in the summertime — there's so much to see and do in this small town of around 20,000 residents. It's just outside of Denver, but it feels like it's deep in the mountains. That's why so many people love it so much.

One of the most popular and fun events in Golden during the summer months is tubing on Clear Creek. There's even an area set aside for this activity with parking and everything. There's always a lot of action at Clear Creek Whitewater Park!

Are you looking for something to do during the weekends in the summer? You'll be in luck as there are concerts all over Golden. You might see one at a local restaurant or attend one put on by the city in a local park. The Golden Farmers Market is one of the best markets in the region. It runs every Saturday during the summer.

Golden's Buffalo Bill Days is a week-long celebration held every July. There's a parade, live music, a car show, and a golf tournament during this celebration. Golden's Fourth of July celebration also can't be missed. And, of course, the Golden Fine Arts Festival takes place in August and is another great local summer event.

If hiking is your thing, why not climb to the top of North Table Mountain to view Golden from above? Golfers love playing at the Fossil Trace Golf Course. The views of the mountains from it are spectacular! And, if it's really hot, step inside the cool Coors Brewery and take a tour!

Looking for more amazing things to do in Colorado in the summer? Check out our Colorado Summer Bucket List for more ideas — and take a look at our official OIYS road trip packing list if you need help deciding what to bring with you!