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9Things to do in Colorado this Memorial Day weekend

9Things to do in Colorado this Memorial Day weekend

Colorado is known for terrific festivals, concerts, sporting events and the arts. Celebrate the season this weekend by experiencing the unique culture, food and geography that makes our state so special.

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List of Memorial Day observances in Colorado

There are numerous ceremonies being held on Memorial Day weekend across Colorado to honor those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

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Why you should spend a day in Buena Vista

A 9Neighborhoods guide to the Colorado mountain town of Buena Vista

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A 9Neighborhoods guide to the Colorado mountain town of Buena Vista

About 2,700 people live in Buena Vista and have created a tight-knit community that is at the same time welcoming to visitors. Read about the town: https://on9news.tv/2IKmTGV

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9 kid-friendly hikes within a 2-hour drive (or less) from Denver

Hiking with children isn't always easy. We've compiled a list of hikes that are kid- and family-friendly. Staff members have completed these hikes with young children.

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Scooter company Lime to begin service in Denver Friday

Lime is beginning scooter service in Denver on Friday. Using a smartphone, it costs $1 to unlock a scooter and 15 cents a minute to ride.

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A 20,000-square-foot bounce house is in Lone Tree

The massive attraction has toured through the United States, and now it's Colorado's turn.

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A guide on how to react to every animal you might see on a Colorado trail

One rule of thumb? CPW usually recommends to keep calm and slowly back away, be it a moose, a mountain lion or a bear.

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Taco Passport offers deals while supporting charities

Eat tacos. Support local charities. Repeat.

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You can hang with sled dogs this summer at a ranch in Granby

Adorable dogs, ziplines, and a tubing hill. The Adventure Zone in Granby is determined to prove you don't need snow to enjoy a visit there.

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Trail Ridge Road opens for the season

Crowds are expected for the start of a big summer season, although it'll still look a lot like winter in some areas.

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Where to go in Denver for free & cheap movies this summer

9NEWS partners Mile High on the Cheap have compiled a round-up of free & cheap flicks being screened outdoors and indoors this summer across the Denver area.

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Planned closure of Waterton Canyon to help with summer dust

The canyon will still be open on Saturday, June 9 and Sunday, June 10 for weekend recreation.

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Who's coming to Denver Comic Con in June?

Denver Comic Con 2018 at the Colorado Convention Center will feature familiar faces from Stranger Things, Star Wars, Game of Thrones, The Walking Dead and Harry Potter.

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Food hall in Denver's historic Dairy Block opening next week

The Denver Milk Market, run by acclaimed Denver Chef Frank Bonanno, will open June 1 with 16 restaurants, bars, and food stalls.

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9 kid-friendly hikes within a 2-hour drive (or less) from Denver

It's the time of year to get outdoors, and here in Colorado, hiking is a favorite activity.

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