Address: Armory Performing Arts Center, 300 Strong St., Brighton
When: Nov. 10-Jan. 3
The scoop: See a community art show at the Armory Performing Arts Center. Or, if you’re a local artist, submit your work by Nov. 2 after paying a $5 entry fee.
Address: Starts on the corner of North Main Street and Denver Street in Brighton
When: Dec. 9
The scoop: This event shines with holiday spirit — and the lights of 75 floats and other parade groups. Swing by at 5 p.m. for the main event, or come early at 2 p.m. for other festivities.
Address: Elmwood Cemetery, 14800 Old Brighton Road, Brighton
When: 1-3:30 p.m. Oct. 14
The scoop: Scared of the dark? No problem — this cemetery tour is a daytime affair. Learn about Brighton’s history from the costumed volunteers who will talk about their ancestors and historic connections to Brighton.
Address: Maize in the City, 10451 Mckay Road, Thornton
When: Open daily through October
The scoop: If you want an all-in-one fall experience for your family, look no further than Maize in the City. Escape the 20-acre corn maze, pick a pumpkin, ride the carnival attractions and more.
Address: Haunted Field of Screams, 10451 Mckay Road, Thornton
When: Thursday-Sunday through October
The scoop: At the Haunted Field of Screams, everyone can hear you scream. Choose among the park’s three haunts or, if you like your scares less-interactive, attend a movie screening on, or .
Address: Berry Patch Farms, 13785 Potomac St., Brighton
When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, November-April
The scoop: During the fall and winter months, Berry Patch Farms growers will grow and harvest produce (kale, carrots, spinach and more) to sell during the Winter Market on Saturdays until warm weather returns.
Where: Thornton
³:During snowy weather
The scoop: Embrace the season of giving and volunteer as a Snowbuster in Thornton. You’ll help remove ice and snow from the walkways of your elderly and disabled neighbors. Learn more on the Thornton volunteer website: .
Where: Carpenter Park Fields, 11000 Colorado Blvd., Thornton
When: 6-9 p.m. Oct. 21
The scoop: Dress up both your little trick-or-treaters and your trunk for this annual Halloween tailgate. Hand out candy from your trunk to eager children before braving the Boo Bayou and Garden of the Ghouls.
³:Your home
³:Dec. 12-14
The scoop: Drop off a Santa’s Calling request form at the Thornton Community Center, 2211 Eppinger Blvd., Thornton, by Dec. 8 to receive a special phone call. Let the elves in on what your child will receive for Christmas, if any relatives are visiting and even some tips on good manners.
Address: Federal Heights Fire Department, 2400 W. 90th Ave., Federal Heights
When: 5 p.m. Oct. 31
The scoop: Don’t miss this spot on your annual trick-or-treat route. The Federal Heights firefighters will pass out candy to the city’s costumed children.
Address: Federal Heights main residential neighborhoods
When: 8 a.m.-noon Dec. 23
The scoop: Saint Nick will make an appearance in Federal Heights on the eve of Christmas Eve. With the help of his friends at the fire department, Santa will ride through city streets and toss candy to children.
Where: Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge, 6550 Gateway Road, Commerce City
When: 1-2 p.m. Oct. 28
The scoop: What better way to get in the Halloween spirit than getting down with a skeleton? The staff at the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge will help wannabee biologists assemble the bones, head to tail.
Where: Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge, 6550 Gateway Road, Commerce City
When: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 14
The scoop: Walk on the wild side with the help of the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge, Denver Zoo and Urban Farm at Stapleton. Tour the refuge, learn about some of the 330 species who call the space home, make arts and crafts and more.
Where: City of the Dead Haunted House, 7007 E. 88th Ave., Henderson
When: Open through Nov. 11
The Scoop: Love a good fright? Visit the City of the Dead Haunted House this spooky season. Brave all three of the horrifying attractions: a zombie city, a vampire lair and a creepy carnival.