Here’s your friendly outdoor events roundup of activities to do over the weekend. For a complete list of events, go to
When: 6:40 p.m., Friday
Where: Coors Field (2001 Blake Street, Denver)
Cost: Tickets starting at $5
Why you should go: Ummmm… It’s GRAY DAY! The Rockies’ right-handed pitcher has been recovering from a strained abdomen at spring training and will be making his first start of 2016 against the : the Los Angeles Dodgers. You could witness the highly touted rookie get his first major league victory.
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Jon Gray of the Colorado Rockies works against the San Diego Padres in the second inning during a National League west game at Coors Field, Aug. 15, 2015. (AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver Post)
When: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. p.m., Friday
Where: White Ranch Park (25303 Belcher Hill Road, Golden)
Cost: $15 per person
Why you should go: I’m not going to even try and write a description better than what’s on the calendar already. But here’s a teaser: the (fairly easy) hike begins on a trail in the foothills with a panoramic view of Denver, and ends underneath the stars. Bring your mom, bring your friend, bring your lover, bring your dog — this one’s for us all.
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When: 8 p.m. Friday
Where: William Frederick Hayden Park (13610 W Alameda Pkwy, Lakewood)
Cost: Free
Why you should go: Full freaking moon. Go out and play in nature with Grandmother Moon. In Cape Town, South Africa, there’s mountain in the city named “Lion’s Head,” and it’s local tradition to hike to the top every full moon. Join the tradition — in this part of the world.
Moon over the mountains at sunrise seen from East Jewell Avenue early morning, April 13, 2016. (Steve Nehf, The Denver Post handout
When: 8:45 a.m. Saturday
Where: Flatirons Running (629 S. Broadway Street, Unit E, Boulder)
Cost: Free
Why you should go: If you have any daughters ages 4-10, this is a great bonding experience and way to introduce a healthy lifestyle. It’s also free, so take advantage, because that stuff ain’t cheap.
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In this file photo, Dilynn Morgan, 4, holds a pose during a kids yoga class at Bliss Yoga in Littleton, Oct. 17, 2013. (Seth McConnell, The Denver Post)
When: 9 a.m. Saturday
Where: HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Area (Ron King Trail, Littleton)
Cost: Free
Why you should go: Get out and do something “Colorado.” Why not spend Saturday morning outside searching for wild animals?
In this file photo, Spirit, a 20 year old Bald eagle flys from a lift to his trainer at the National Wind Technology Center, Feb. 9, 2016. (Dennis Schroeder, Denver Post handout
When: 3 p.m. Saturday
Where: Grit Fitness Center (2415 Wedgewood Avenue, Longmont)
Cost: $18
Why you should go: Full scale American Ninja Warrior obstacle course training facility…. Enough said. Kids and adults can pretend they’re on the show, which is awesome. Because, let’s be honest, most people can’t get on the show. CHALLENGE YOURSELF!
When: 7 p.m. Saturday
Where: Dick’s Sporting Goods Park (6000 Victory Way, Commerce City)
Cost: Tickets starting at $29
Why you should go: SPORTS! And Jermaine Jones! The Rapids’ new stud midfielder made his Colorado debut on Saturday and he did NOT disappoint. Soccer, or fútbol, isn’t the biggest sport in America — but it is in the world. So get into it.
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Colorado Rapids midfielder Jermaine Jones, front, battles for control of the ball with New York Red Bulls midfielder Dax McCarty in the first half of an MLS soccer match, April 16, 2016, in Commerce City.(David Zalubowski, Associated Press file)
When: 11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday
Where: Buffalo Rose Saloon (1119 Washington Ave, Golden)
Cost: $15 per person
Why you should go: It’s BYOP (Bring Your Own Partner) so reconnect with your long lost love or friend and toss some bags. Nothing brings people together — or rips them apart — quite like competition.
In this file photo, Joe Hurd and Molly Gallagher play cornhole at View House in LoDo, June 11, 2013. (AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver Post)
When: 12 – 2 p.m. Sunday
Where: Denver Beer Co. (1695 Platte Street, Denver)
Cost: $30
Why you should go: Drink beers, raise money for local non-profits. Walk, run, jog, skip, dip, hop, dance, prance your way down a 5k. Just don’t spill your beer.
