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FAMILY FUN
THRILLS & ENTERTAINMENT FOR KIDS
 There will be plenty of music, magic, clowns and puppets on the KidzStage presented by MIX 100, and the KidZone has play equipment and a great variety of free hands-on craft activities for children of all ages. Kids and adults can also enjoy Carnival Rides and Games, Saturday through Monday, presented by KOOL 105. EARLY BIRD wristbands can be purchased for $15 from 10:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Saturday through Monday. These wristbands are good for unlimited rides on the day of purchase until 5:00 p.m. ALL DAY wristbands can be purchased for $25 anytime from 10:30 a.m. to 2 hours before closing Saturday through Monday and are good for unlimited rides on the day purchased until closing. Individual rides are also available for generally two to ten tickets per ride.
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KidzStage presented by MIX 100 |
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FRIDAY |
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11:45 a.m. |
Connie Elstun’s Bunny, Bird, Comedy, and Magic Show |
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12:45 p.m. & 4:15 p.m. |
Mr. Shine’s Music for Kids and their Families |
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1:45 p.m. |
Connie Elstun’s Magic Workshop |
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2:15 p.m. & 5:15 p.m. |
Patti Smithsonian Presents: Yummy Puppets |
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3:15 p.m. & 6:15 p.m. |
Scott McCray, Magical Comic |
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Roving entertainment: |
Patti Smithsonian, Scott McCray
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SATURDAY |
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10:45 a.m. |
Music for Kids with Eric West |
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11:45 a.m. & 3:15 p.m. |
Science Matters Presents: Chemistry Magic |
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12:45 p.m. |
Poppy the Clown |
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1:45 p.m. |
Poppy’s Juggling Workshop |
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2:15 p.m. & 5:15 p.m. |
Kudzidza Authentic African Interactive Show |
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4:15 p.m. & 6:15 p.m. |
Doc Murdock Presents: Murdock’s Magical Delights |
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Roving entertainment: |
Thimble the Fairy, Poppy the Clown, Doc Murdock |
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SUNDAY |
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10:45 a.m. |
Gene Davis and the Que Pastas - Quirky Kids Music |
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11:45 a.m. & 2:15 p.m. |
Science Matters Presents: Chemistry Magic |
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12:45 p.m. |
The Junior Wahines Polynesian Dance |
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1:45 p.m. |
Flip with 5280 Gymnastics |
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3:15 p.m. & 5:15 p.m. |
Peter Davison Presents: Up in the Air - Juggling Show |
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4:15 p.m. & 6:15 p.m. |
Jim Jackson’s Big Bubble Circus |
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Roving entertainment: |
Thimble the Fairy, Jim Jackson |
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MONDAY |
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10:45 a.m. |
Music for Kids with Eric West |
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11:45 a.m. |
The Wick School of Irish Dance |
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12:45 p.m. |
Amazing Dave’s Kids Komedy Magic Show |
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1:45 p.m. |
Dave Elstun’s Magic Workshop |
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2:15 p.m. & 5:15 p.m. |
Big Little Improv Show with Birgitta DePree and Sara Barad |
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3:15 p.m. & 6:15 p.m. |
Dr. Noize Kids Music |
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4:15 p.m. |
Danny Archer Magic |
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Roving entertainment: |
Birgitta DePree, Danny Archer |
 KIDZONE HOURS: Friday: 11:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday, & Monday: 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
CARNIVAL HOURS: Saturday & Sunday: 10:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.; Monday: 10:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
THE BABY OASIS, A CONVENIENCE AREA FOR MOMS & FAMILIES
Nursing mothers and families can visit the Baby Oasis presented by ColoradoKids.com, a convenient area located in the KidZone for parents to nurse, change diapers, and relax in a private environment complete with a rocking chair. An assortment of supplies will be provided, including diapers and baby wipes.
 FREE GOLD! FREE FOSSIL HUNT!
Free gold panning and information on Colorado’s mineral and energy production (and conservation) is available at the Colorado Mining Foundation tent. Free educational materials are available for teachers, librarians, home-schooled students, scouts, and more!
 BIRDS OF PREY SWOOP IN TO VISIT
Throughout the weekend the Rocky Mountain Raptor Program will have live raptors on display and will conduct educational presentations designed to promote the value of raptors and the environment and teach ways in which the public can become involved.
FEED YOUR MIND
Families can journey back to the roots of Colorado and have fun learning about the state’s pioneer past, nature, and environment. In the Festival of Mountain and Plain area, featured artisans will demonstrate Navajo weaving and culture, spinning, rug braiding, lace crocheting, felting, and quilting, along with the popular blacksmith demonstrations.
SCOUTING - FROM A TO Z
Adventure Base 100, a premiere exhibit and celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America, will make its sole Colorado stop at A Taste of Colorado. The interactive 8,000-square-foot campus includes a high-adventure ropes course, multi-sensory IMAX-like video, a traveling scouting museum, and more. Avoid the registration lines by pre-registering for your free Passport at adventurebase100.org.
FROM PUZZLE-SOLVING AND READING TO COOKING AND CREATIVITY
Parents and children are invited to discover a whole new side of gaming at Nintendo’s Discovery Zone. Hands-on activities and exciting games will allow the whole family to get in the zone and play!
THE LONE STAR STATE HITS THE ROAD
Texas on Tour will be offering interactive and virtual adventures to festivalgoers. Learn about the state of Texas in the dome theater or take a virtual kayak ride through the Gulf of Mexico and the Rio Grande.
HELP RESCUE A HOMELESS PET
Stop by Purina® Pro Plan® Rally to Rescue® and learn from a Rally to Rescue ambassador about the program's advocacy for pet rescue and adoption. The organization has found homes for more than 314,000 dogs and cats since the program began in 2005. Consider taking home an adoptive pet and help meet their goal of 400,000 adoptions by the end of 2010.
HAVE A KID-SIZED PORTION OF SOMETHING TASTY & EXOTIC
Kid-friendly food vendors will be located along the perimeter of the KidZone selling hot dogs, pretzels, popcorn, and more. A Taste of Colorado is also an opportunity for parents to encourage their children to try new foods from places like the Caribbean, the Middle East, Poland, Asia, and India, as many of the restaurants offer "taste-sized" portions for one to three tickets.
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