One of 24 venues across the U.S. – and the only in Colorado – Nocturne recently received a Music In Action Grant from Live Music Society which funds programming that builds community, promotes accessibility and creates opportunities for local talent and touring acts to grow and find new audiences. Next month, Nocturne will put the funding into action with its monthly Sunday Community Matinee series […] The post Nocturne Announces famiy-friendly $10 Sunday Matinee Series first appeared on Mile High Mamas ..read more

According to Nikki McCahon, “Our (over) culture is grief illiterate. Especially in motherhood. When mothers are surrounded by a cultural narrative that tells them that grief has no place in their experience of becoming a mother, they shove that grief down, down, into the deepest darkest parts of themselves, when really, what that grief needs […] The post Is our mom culture ‘grief illiterate’ and past feeling? first appeared on Mile High Mamas ..read more

I’m excited to try Saverina at the new Hotel Claret. This could be a perfect place for a fun date (they also have an amazing roof-top bar named Halo). Chef Christian Graves’ Colorado-rooted Italian-inspired dishes sound so mouth-watering. Local, seasonal and sustainable ingredients lead the way on the menu ingredient list and Saverina’s beverage program […] The post Denver Deals: $25 Crocs, National Cheesecake Day, Cirque Dreams and more! first appeared on Mile High Mamas ..read more

Sure, you know Denver has some great mountains but did you know Denver has official mountain parks that offer unlimited fun for families? Denver Mountain Parks offer unlimited explorations in our area mountains!  Be sure to scroll down for even more tips on hiking with kids near Denver and don’t miss Denver hikes the whole […] The post Explore Denver’s 16 Mountain Parks this summer first appeared on Mile High Mamas ..read more

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) announces today that Christmas is coming early with seven productions on sale Thursday, July 25, with special deals on each through the end of July. Productions will include the seasonal tradition A Christmas Carol, the energizing national tours of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musicaland Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis, the legendary musical, Funny […] The post Big Discounts for these 7 DCPA Shows including Christmas Carol, Hamlet first appeared on Mile High Mamas ..read more

Are you excited to cheer on Team USA? The Olympics will begin on July 26. Although Colorado has never hosted an Olympics (Colorado has the unique distinction of being the only place that won a bid to host the Olympics and turned it down), we do often send several athletes to the Olympic games. We […] The post Olympic Games: Watch these awesome Colorado athletes first appeared on Mile High Mamas ..read more

There’s no better way to celebrate summer in Denver than packing a picnic lunch and exploring our fabulous playgrounds.  Chris Sekirnjak isn’t just talking about slides, climbing nets, or spinners… those are just so “meh” in 2024. No, a few Denver playgrounds offer something else: rare play equipment that is found only at one or […] The post Denver playgrounds: Don’t miss these insanely unique finds first appeared on Mile High Mamas ..read more

Known as Colorado’s fruit and wine country, Palisade is home to more than 30 local Colorado wineries that boast award-winning vintages, tasting rooms, outdoor patios and incredibly scenic views of Mount Garfield and the Grand Mesa — the world’s largest flat-top mountain. Sheltered by its surrounding landscape, the town often remains sunny and warm even when other parts of the state are […] The post Top 15 Family Fun Activities in Palisade, Colorado first appeared on Mile High Mamas ..read more

Do you think of Frontier Days in Cheyenne as just a rodeo? Maybe a country concert you want to go see? I did too until I learned about the amazing food available there. Now, I think of it as a fun food paradise. I can’t decide if Elote, Bacon Churro Fries, Fruity Pebble Shrimp Pineapple […] The post Denver deals: Amazon Prime tips, Wicked the Musical, Summerfest and more first appeared on Mile High Mamas ..read more

The Denver Museum of Nature & Science is on the road again with the Curiosity Cruiser — a pop-up vehicle stocked inside and out with fun activities for some on-the-go wonders for all ages. You’ll see the Cruiser popping up at a variety of events around the Denver metro area, so keep an eye out for them! Track the Cruiser. Want to bring the Curiosity Cruiser to your community? They’ll come to your block party, library, brewery – you name it, they’ll be there! Their event specialists will tailor a themed experience to your event, and the programs will be staffed by professional Museum educa ..read more