TRY THESE COLORADO SUMMER EVENTS & FESTIVALS IN 2017

It’s time to stock up on that SPF. Grab your favorite tanks, shorts and flipflops. It’s summertime in Colorado. That meanswe’vemade it past the long winter andwe’re ready for craft beers on the patio, stellar livemusic, rodeos, familyfriendly events, great food and the best festivals and events the summer months boast in the Centennial State. There’s no chance at boredom after you’ve looked at this Colorado summer event roundup. We have festivals debuting this year and some oldies but goodies. Get your summer groove on, friends. Northfield, 8304 E. 49th Place, Denver, denverartsfestival.com

May 27-28

The Music of Starwars. You don’t have to travel to a galaxy far, far away to enjoy Star Warsmusic. The Colorado Symphony presents an evening filled withmusic from the hit movie series and classical favorites. Who are we to deny you a reason to wear your Storm Troopers costume? Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver, http://tickets.coloradosymphony.org/single/psdetail.aspx? psn=4301

May 27-29

Boulder Creek Festival. This is touted as the unofficial kickoff to summer in Boulder. The festivities include nine separate event areas with 500 vendors. Revel in a large variety of events, activities, food and entertainment during this three-daymemorial Dayweekend event. Located near Broadway and Canyon Boulevard, Boulder, bceproductions.com/ boulder-creek-festival

May 27-31

Waterworld opening weekend! Is it really swimsuit season already? Guesswe better start our last-minute crunches to enjoy openingweekend of Waterworld. The Colorado water park that features 46 different slides, pools and adventures will be open through Labor Dayweekend. 8801 Pecos St. in Federal Heights, waterworldcolorado.com