Nepali Jatra at Longmont Museum and Cultural Center
Nepali Jatra is an event that celebrates and highlights Nepali culture.
The Jatra will feature the Lakhey dance with live traditional music, various cultural dance performances from a variety of cultural and ethnic groups and exhibits which highlight various aspects of Nepali culture. Jatra will be hosted at the Longmont Museum from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m on July 10.
The highlight of the event will be the presentation of the Living Goddess, Kumari. This is an opportunity to learn more about a centuries old Nepali tradition, which is still practiced today. At the event there will be a replica of the Living Goddess which patrons will be able to photograph. The event is completely free and open to the public.
July 7
Drop-In Teen Gaming Club at the City of Longmont Public Library
Every Thursday in June and July from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. compete, cooperate, and collaborate on our Nintendo Switch featuring a selection of games for 4-8 players. This drop-in program will be held in our newly renovated teens-only space. All levels of gamers are welcome. The event will be In-person in the Teen Space, no registration necessary! It is exclusive to 6th-12th graders.
Adults Creative Nights at City of Longmont Public Library: DIY photobook and bookbinding
From 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Bring some of your favorite memories (4'' x 6'' or 5'' x 7'' and up to 30 pictures) and book bind them into a fancy photo book style. The book binding will be a Japanese technique. Registration REQUIRED. Only 15 spots available.
Den Plays with Strangers at Bootstrap Brewing
From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Come enjoy Denny Driscoll and friends making music!
Free outdoor concerts at the Longmont Museum: Foxfeather
Free outdoor concerts are held in the Longmont Museum’s outdoor grassy courtyard from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome. Alcohol and concessions available for sale (only alcohol purchased on site is allowed). The event is free. A sultry alt-Americana band founded in Boulder in 2013, Foxfeather has become a local staple along the Front Range in addition to touring nationally. Beginning with a soulful lyrical base and bolstered by strong blues-rock instrumentals, Foxfeather’s unique sound captivates their audiences. Learn more at longmontmuseum.org or by calling 303-651-8374.
July 8
Drop-In Family Story Time at the City of Longmont Public Library
The event begins at 10 a.m. and consists of a 30-minute Friday fun storytime designed for children of all ages and their grown-ups! This storytime will include longer picture books, so expect a little more sitting and listening. Silly singing and movement will also be included. Meet us in the Library's Meeting Rooms, located by the West/Kimbark Street Entrance.
Booktok Book talk for Teens at City of Longmont Public Library
The event will begin at 12 p.m. and end at 1 p.m. It is exclusive to 6th through 12th graders, and will be in-person in the Teen Space. It will occur on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of June and July. The book club for people who want to read what they like. No matter what you're reading, come enjoy pizza with other teens, get recommendations, and talk about your latest literary obsession!
Live Music at Bootstrap Brewing
We have rowdy, live music every Friday and Saturday night from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Check our website calendar to see the bands and bios at https://bootstrapbrewing.com/calendar/.
Longmont East Side Haunting History Tour
Join tour guide Dori Spence, a medium, for the Haunting History Tour and hear the life stories of locals and legends. Some gone, but not forgotten! Others forgotten, but not gone? On the second Fridays from April to November, there will be an East Side Haunting History tour at 7 p.m. A single ticket is $20 and two tickets are $35. Seniors (65+) and students (12-16) receive a reduced price at $15 a ticket. If you would like to go to both tours there is a combo price at $10 per person. To reserve, call 720-453-4733 or email [email protected] the starting location will be provided at your RSVP.
Longmont East Side Back Alley Ghost Tour
Join tour guide Dori Spence, a medium, for the East Side Back Alley Ghost Tour and hear the life stories of locals and legends. Some gone, but not forgotten! Others forgotten, but not gone? On the second Fridays from April to November, there will be an East Side Haunting History tour at 7 p.m. A single ticket is $20 and two tickets are $35. Seniors (65+) and students (12-16) receive a reduced price at $15 a ticket. If you would like to go to both tours there is a combo price at $10 per person. To reserve, call 720-453-4733 or email [email protected] the starting location will be provided at your RSVP.
July 9
Stand Up Paddle Board Intro at Angles Sports Ski, Board and Fly Fishing Shop
For the total beginner who has little or no experience. Learn about the differences in boards and paddles, how to transport & use your SUP, and the Colorado safety regulations you must abide by. Second half of class is at McIntosh Lake, transportation not provided. For ages 18 and up. The class will cost $65 for residents and $81.25 for non-residents. The class will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Saturday Brunch at Summit Tacos
Saturday brunch is back with drink and food specials! From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come enjoy our patio with your friends!
Keep an Ion Science: Hands on science workshop for kids at City of Longmont Public Library
For First through Fourth graders. Participants can drop-in at one of the following times: 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2 p.m., or 2:30 p.m. There is a maximum of 25 kids per time slot. No registration required, first-come first-served. Join us for a 30-minute fun, interactive science program led by teen scientists! This program is open to kids entering 1st through 4th grades accompanied by an adult. If the time slot is full, we will do our best to get you into the next one. Be sure to come with a curious mind and excitement to learn new things!
Artist in Action! At Old Town Marketplace
From 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Come upstairs in the Old Town Marketplace and watch a professional artist painting at her easel (or floor, or wall…) You can also check out her gallery with originals, prints and greeting cards for sale. Demystify (or add to) the magic of the creation of a painting!
Creative Crawl: Spin some wool with the Longmont Yarn Shoppe Spinners at Longmont Yarn Shoppe
From 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. the Longmont Yarn Shoppe Spinning community will be in front of the shop spinning fiber on wheels and drop spindles. Join in the fun and try a hand at using a drop spindle!
ArtWalk Summer on the Streets- July 9, 2022
Summer on the Streets 2022! July 9- August 27th- Every Saturday from 4pm to 8:15pm Art Market, Live Music, Food Trucks, Beer and Wine available. Visit Summer on the Streets, now in one easy location! (4th Ave and Kimbark St.) With over 20 artist vendors, 2 food trucks, and live music, we transform Kimbark Street into your weekly destination for art, music, film and fun. Each Saturday will offer different experiences and activities, so make sure to visit each weekend to see what’s new! For more information click here.
Creative Crawl: Spiritual Pop Up at Earth Feather Healings
From 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Please join us in the 400 block on East Main in the Breezeway for Psychic Readings, Crystal Bowls, Reiki, Jewelry, Gems and Stones, and much more!
Drag Queen Lotéria at Sumit Tacos
From 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Loteria is bingo with pictures and these queens make it a blast! Tickets are $12 and include a drink! Don't forget your dollar bills y'all! 18+ event. Buy tickets here.
Meet the author Nichelle Seely at Used Book Emporium
From 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. local Author, Nichelle Seely, will sign her mystery novel, A Memory of Murder.
Live Music at Bootstrap Brewing
We have rowdy, live music every Friday and Saturday night from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Check our website calendar to see the bands and bios at https://bootstrapbrewing.com/calendar/.
300 Moons: Late Night Comedy at 300 Suns Brewing
We're staying out past Longmont's bed time to showcase hilarious comedians. This month we have headliner Gabby Gutierrez-Reed! Come out to see some stand up comedy with a few surprise characters along the way. From 9 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
July 10
LOCO Ukulele Jam with Brian Rezac! At Bootstrap Brewing
Every Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. Bootstrap Brewing hosts a Ukulele jam. Whether you want to learn how to play the Ukulele or already do and want to join the fun, wipe off your uke and join in- it's blast! Host Brian Rezac has extras you can borrow. Or, just come enjoy a beer and watch. All ages and levels are welcome.
Dogs Enjoy Afternoon Reading (DEAR) at City of Longmont Public Library
From 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. come to the library and enjoy this free program designed for new readers and kids who want to practice their reading with a non-judgmental, furry audience a.k.a. a trained therapy dog. Each child reads at their own pace to one or more of our friendly dogs. Parents, guardians, and siblings are welcome to read to or help newer readers. A parent must be present for kids 9 years or younger. No registration is necessary, but please check-in with the staff member at the event to get on the list to read, sometimes there is a little wait. We will have a selection of books on hand to read or you can bring your own! Each dog is accompanied by a handler to form a therapy team. Our handlers are with the dogs at all times to make sure a safe and calm environment for everyone. All of our teams are tested, registered and insured through a nationally recognized program.
Mystery Detective Club for third and fifth graders at City of Longmont Public Library
Participants will meet in the Library Meeting Rooms. The event is reserved for incoming 3rd through 5th graders only. Do you love mysteries? Is getting a clue exciting? Are you going into 3rd through 5th grades? Then you should join our new Mystery Detectives Club! Join us from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. to practice your sleuthing/mystery-solving skills, play games and talk about your favorite mystery books. Registration is required and limited to 15 participants per date. Visit bit.ly/LibKids and click on the event title to register.
July 11
Drop-In Bilingual Storytime at the City of Longmont Public Library
On Monday from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. join us for stories and songs in Spanish and English for children of all ages! All aged children with a grown-up are welcome, but this storytime is best for 3 years and older. Meet us in the Library's Meeting Rooms, located by the West/Kimbark Street Entrance.
Visualizing Physics: Art with STEM Summer Camp with Gabi at Firehouse Art Center
July 11 through July 15 from 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. come to the STEM summer camp. This summer camp is an Art class first and foremost, with art creation as our main focus. Exploration of STEM concepts and ways of thinking are included in our art-making journey. Each session will encompass Visual Arts instruction and also geeky Science, Math, Engineering, and Tech themes! For kids aged 7 to 12-years-old. Masks are required indoors. $220 for first registrant -- $180 for each additional registrant (siblings). For more information click here.
Open Mic with Denny Driscoll at Bootstrap Brewing
Performers should come at 6 p.m. to sign up. Performers get a complimentary beer for their performance. Email [email protected] for specific questions. The event will conclude at 9 p.m.
New Skeeball League at Quarters Bar & Arcade.
Do you love Skeeball?!?! Join Quarters Bar+Arcade's Skeeball League! Grab a partner and join us for an 8 week season of fun! The league consists of 7 weeks of regular season play, with a championship bracket on week 8. The league costs $20 per team of 2. Skeeson 12 of Monday night skeeball will run from June 27, 2022 to August 15, 2022. Skeeball league members should be 21+. The event will begin at 6:30 p.m. and end at 8:15 p.m.
July 12
Guided Hike in Rocky Mountain National Park hosted by Angles Sports Ski, Board and Fly Fishing Shop
Join us on a hiking adventure in Rocky Mountain National Park. Learn about the flora, fauna, geography, and other great locations in the park and around CO. Be prepared to hike 2-4 miles and see receipt for what you need to pack. Price is per day and includes admission to Rocky Mountain National Park. Meet in Estes Park at 10 a.m. and is expected to end at 1 p.m. More details will be distributed on receipt once booked. The event will cost $120 for residents and $150 for non-residents.
Summer Kids’ Film Series: Lady and the Tramp (Disney 1955, G) at Longmont Museum
From Disney classics to recent blockbusters, enjoy a Tuesday morning movie with your little ones in our Stewart Auditorium with popcorn this summer. Your ticket gets you $1 off the hands-on “Tipi to Tiny House” exhibit too! Buy tickets ahead; these movies sell out. The movie begins at 10 a.m. Tickets are $3 for movie only, $5 for popcorn and juice box to be included. Children ages one and under get in for free, tickets can be purchased here. For more information go to the website or call 303-651-8374.
Drop-In Cricut Paper Craft and Design Exploration at City of Longmont Public Library
From 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. join us this summer to play around with the Cricut and Cricut Design Space to make a project of your choice. Explore what you can do with paper and glue or vinyl and an iron. We will use the time to research and discover projects, pull projects together in Design Space and then execute a finished piece. We will meet in the Teen Space within the library and is exclusive to tweens and teens. You may bring t-shirts or other textiles from home to embellish and the Library will provide limited crafty supplies.
Karaoke with Nic at Bootstrap Brewing!
From 6-9 p.m. join Nic at Bootstrap Brewing for a fun-night of Karaoke! Imagine someone who loves music and karaoke just as much as you do, has an eclectic taste in music genres, likes to get the ENTIRE crowd involved...not just the people singing, likes to dance and LOVES to throw a party. Welcome to Nic's Mobile Music world!
Open Chess Night at the City of Longmont Public Library
Tuesdays are Open Chess Night at the Longmont Public Library! We will have some tables set aside on the 2nd floor for playing with chess sets available. However, you may bring your own set. The event will occur on the second floor of the library. It opens at 6 p.m. and goes until 7:30 p.m. when games need to be wrapped up in time for closing at 8 p.m. Open to all ages, but those 16 and younger must have an adult with them at all times. Evenings will be informal and there will be no instruction on how to play (we do have books on the subject)!
Tuesday Night Skeeball League at Quarters Bar & Arcade
Do you love Skeeball?!?! Join Quarters Bar+Arcade's Skeeball League! Grab a partner and join us for an 8 week season of fun! The league consists of 7 weeks of regular season play, with a championship bracket on week 8. The league costs $20 per team of 2. Skeeson 12 of Monday night skeeball will run from June 27, 2022 to August 15, 2022. Skeeball league members should be 21+. The event will begin at 6:30 p.m. and end at 8:15 p.m.
The Speakeasy Open Mic Night in Longmont is the place to take the stage in Longmont. Sign-up starts at 7 p.m., the first performer starts at 8 p.m. Singers, instrumentalists, comedians, poets, hip-hop artists, and more! All are welcome! Come see the premiere acts in the area, from brand new artists to seasoned performers. The event occurs every Tuesday night. The event will conclude at 12 a.m.
July 13
Drop-In Baby Storytime at the City of Longmont Public Library
The reading starts at 10 a.m., get ready for an interactive storytime designed for infants to age 2 and their grownup! Enjoy 20 minutes of short stories, songs, rhymes, bouncing, and fun for children and adults. Baby Storytime is a great way to build language, social-emotional, and pre-literacy skills! Meet us in the Library's Meeting Rooms, located by the West/Kimbark Street Entrance.
Trashy Wednesday’s at Summit Tacos
From 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. is Trashy Wednesdays! $2.5 domestic beers and $10 buckets with $2 tequila shots!
Sip N’ Stitch with Longmont Yarn Shoppe at St. Vrain Cidery
Join us on the 2nd Wednesday, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. each month this summer as we Sip 'N Stitch together. Each month we rotate to a different venue around town. Check the LYS Facebook Page or call the shop to see where we are meeting each month if you are unsure or it is not listed below! Mention you are with Longmont Yarn Shoppe and the staff will show you where the LYS community is seated! Bring your Handwork and join in the fun! Life is always more fun with friends!
Music Open Mic at Abbott & Wallace Distilling
Bring your talents to the stage at Longtucky! Sign-Up at 5:30 p.m. or reach out to Dalton: 970-214-1447. The event begins at 6 p.m. and will end at 10 p.m. Performing musicians get one free cocktail.
Trivia with Big Bob at Bootstrap Brewing!
Come play trivia with Big Mouth Bob and Quizmaster Entertainment from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at our Longmont Taproom. The winning team wins a round of beer!
July 14
Social Emotional Circle Time for 3 to 5-year-olds at City of Longmont Public Library
Every Thursday in June and July from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The event is geared towards kids aged 3 to 5-years-old and their caregivers. Identifying and controlling big emotions can be hard, especially for young children! Kid Connects In the Neighborhood, a program through Mental Health Partners, will be partnering with the Longmont Library to provide a space for children and caregivers to learn how to identify big emotions and discuss ways to manage those feelings. This will be a fun interactive time for us all to explore and express our feelings! No registration necessary and Spanish translation available. For more information click here.
$5 All You Can Play for Quarters Club Members at Quarters Bar and Arcade
Quarters Bar+Arcade, "$5 All You Can Play" Games for Quarters Club Members. Come in to Quarters from Open to Close (from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m) for members all you can play. If you are not a Quarters Club Member, you can purchase a membership that day for $60/year.
Drop-In Teen Gaming Club at the City of Longmont Public Library
Every Thursday in June and July from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. compete, cooperate, and collaborate on our Nintendo Switch featuring a selection of games for 4-8 players. This drop-in program will be held in our newly renovated teens-only space. All levels of gamers are welcome. The event will be In-person in the Teen Space, no registration necessary! It is exclusive to 6th-12th graders.
From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. JT Jones and Dan Froelich are an acoustic music duo playing songs from the 1970's, 80's, 90's, and beyond.
Free outdoor concerts at the Longmont Museum: 101st Army Hot Seven Jazz Band
Free outdoor concerts are held in the Longmont Museum’s outdoor grassy courtyard, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome. Alcohol and concessions available for sale (only alcohol purchased on site is allowed).The event is free. This mirthful military band’s repertoire features music from the beginning of jazz, bringing the hits of Louis Armstrong, Cab Calloway, Jelly Roll Morton, and many others to a new generation of traditional jazz enthusiasts. Learn more at longmontmuseum.org or by calling 303-651-8374.
July 15
Drop-In Family Story Time at the City of Longmont Public Library
The event begins at 10 a.m. and consists of a 30-minute Friday fun storytime designed for children of all ages and their grown-ups! This storytime will include longer picture books, so expect a little more sitting and listening. Silly singing and movement will also be included. Meet us in the Library's Meeting Rooms, located by the West/Kimbark Street Entrance.
Paint Me a Story: The Pout Pout Fish at Crackpots Pottery Studio
Come visit Crackpots, from 10:15 a.m. to 11 a.m. for a Paint Your Own Pottery Studio! For this event, our littlest Crackpots (Ages 2 to 6 years old) will read a story and paint a project to go with it. It’s a super fun activity to get their little creative gears going.
Live Music at Bootstrap Brewing
We have rowdy, live music every Friday and Saturday night from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Check our website calendar to see the bands and bios at https://bootstrapbrewing.com/calendar/.
July 16
Stand Up Paddle Board Advanced at Angles, Sports Ski, Board and Fly Fishing Shop
From 10 a.m. to 1 pm. Primarily an "on water" course for those who are able to stand up comfortably on your board. Learn paddling techniques such as the J stroke, the Goon stroke, the Pry stroke and many more. Second half of class is at McIntosh Lake, transportation not provided. For ages 18 & Up. Tickets are $65 for residents and $81.25 non-residents.
Saturday Brunch at Summit Tacos
From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday brunch is back with drink and food specials! Come enjoy our patio with your friends!
Return of LeftHand Palooza at LeftHand Brewing
After a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19 (and a delay due to some unprecedented snowy weather), Leftapalooza is BACK on July 16! Leftapalooza is Left Hand Brewing Foundation’s local tribute band competition and fundraiser! Lineup: 11:30 a.m. Halfway There (BON JOVI), 12:45 p.m. Steel Monkey (JETHRO TULL), 2 p.m. Fire and Ice (PAT BENETAR), 3:15 p.m. TEN (PEARL JAM), 4:30 p.m. Rooster (ALICE IN CHAINS), 6 p.m. Those Crazy Nights (JOURNEY), 7:30 p.m. Guerrilla Radio (RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE) 2019 Leftapalooza winner and 2022 Headliner! Tickets Now On Sale! This event will sell out, If capacity limits are reached during pre-sale, tickets may not be available at the door.
Hooplagers: Lager-Exclusive Pool Party Beer Festival at Wibby Brewing
A festival for lager lovers by lager brewers celebrating camaraderie, collaboration, and community. Limited Tickets. Unlimited Pours.This is a FOOD DRIVE EVENT! ALL attendees MUST bring 1 non-perishable food item for entry! Please direct all inquiries regarding participation and rare sponsorship opportunities via email to robin at wibbybrewing.com. NOTE: This is predominantly a 21+ Pool Party. MOST pools are 21+. There will be a smaller pool/beach space for those under 21. This event will be from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Keep an Ion Science: Hands on science workshop for kids at City of Longmont Public Library
For First through Fourth graders. Participants can drop-in at one of the following times: 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2 p.m., or 2:30 p.m. There is a maximum of 25 kids per time slot. No registration required, first-come first-served. Join us for a 30-minute fun, interactive science program led by teen scientists! This program is open to kids entering 1st through 4th grades accompanied by an adult. If the time slot is full, we will do our best to get you into the next one. Be sure to come with a curious mind and excitement to learn new things!
ArtWalk Summer on the Streets: July 16th, 2022 at Fourth Avenue and Kimbark Street
July 9- August 27th- Every Saturday from 4 p.m.to 8:15 p.m. Art Market, Live Music, Food Trucks, Beer and Wine available. Visit Summer on the Streets, now in one easy location! (4th Ave and Kimbark St.) With over 20 artist vendors, 2 food trucks, and live music, we transform Kimbark Street into your weekly destination for art, music, film and fun. Each Saturday will offer different experiences and activities, so make sure to visit each weekend to see what’s new! For more information click here.
Live Music at Bootstrap Brewing
We have rowdy, live music every Friday and Saturday night from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Check our website calendar to see the bands and bios at https://bootstrapbrewing.com/calendar/.
Veronica May Live Music at 300 Suns Brewing
From 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. join us for Second Saturday Creative Crawl Live Music. Veronica May is a blend of music and madness. Plugging in and digging in on her electric guitar or dragging her fingers across sandpaper on the body of her acoustic guitar. She builds layers of acoustic elements not often heard from the instrument.
July 17
Peruvian Festival at Sandstone Ranch Park
Our festival will take place on Sunday July 17 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. For 21 years we have celebrated the Independence of Peru in the City of Longmont. Peruvian Gastronomy, typical dances, sports and a lot of training for the whole family will be at the event. The event is totally free. This time our Mayor Joan Peck will be attending for the first time as Guest of Honor with some authorities from our community, and our Consul of Peru Roland Denigre, For more information call (720) 278- 8855 or email [email protected].
LOCO Ukulele Jam with Brian Rezac! At Bootstrap Brewing
Every Sunday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Bootstrap Brewing hosts a Ukulele jam. Whether you want to learn how to play the Ukulele or already do and want to join the fun, wipe off your uke and join in- it's blast! Host Brian Rezac has extras you can borrow. Or, just come enjoy a beer and watch. All ages and levels are welcome.
Clara Nulty Artist Talk at Firehouse Art Center
From 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Clara Nulty will discuss how she manipulates negative space, substrates, and surface texture to allude to personal narrative, shared experiences, and forgotten memories.Firehouse artist talks give the community a chance to delve deeper into the artist's creative process. They offer the artist an opportunity to share background information allowing viewers to gain a better understanding of the art on the gallery walls. Attendees are welcome to ask questions at the end of the talk, as well as tour the new exhibit with the artist at the end of the talk.
Lotería Mexicana at City of Longmont Public Library
From 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Come with your whole family to play Loteria Mexicana! The "money" we bet is chocolate, and prizes include bilingual books and little giveaways from local Mexican markets. This program is bilingual and family-friendly - all ages are welcome! No registration is required.
