Celebrate Día del Niño with Shining Stars at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science!

Date: Sunday, April 27, 2025

Location: Denver Museum of Nature and Science – 2001 Colorado Blvd, Denver, CO 80205

Meet Time: 10:00 AM

This is a free day at the museum and families are welcome to enjoy a day full of fun and exploration.

Simply click the “sign up” button to reserve your spot!

Play Date at LuBird’s Light Playground

Date: Friday, May 17, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Location: LuBird’s Light Playground – Stanley Marketplace, 2501 Dallas St, Aurora, CO 80010

Join us for a morning of fun, connection, and community at LuBird’s Light Playground—one of Denver’s best adaptive playgrounds, designed for kids of all abilities! From wheelchair swings to sensory-friendly features, this playground was built to be inclusive and joyful for everyone.

Who’s invited? All Shining Stars families! This is a great opportunity to meet other families, let the kids explore and play, and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming environment together.

Simply click the “sign up” button to reserve your spot!

DreamNight at the Zoo with Shining Stars

Date: Friday, June 6, 2025

Time: 6:00 PM

Location: Denver Zoo – 2300 Steele St, Denver, CO 80205

Join us for a truly magical evening at the Denver Zoo for DreamNight at the Zoo—a special, private event designed just for children and families with unique medical needs. This exclusive, after-hours experience is completely free! Explore the zoo at twilight, enjoy quieter pathways, and experience a peaceful, welcoming atmosphere for our Shining Stars families.

Space is limited, and Shining Stars has a set number of tickets available—so be sure to reserve your spot today!

Simply click the “sign up” button to reserve your spot!

Learn to Garden with Denver Urban Gardens!

Date: Saturday, June 28, 2025

Time: 9:00AM - 1:00PM

Location: 2001 Hoyt St, Lakewood, CO 80215

Get your hands in the soil and your heart in the garden!

What to expect:

Two interactive gardening classes led by expert gardeners. A chance to explore new techniques and learn the power of plants. Lunch provided for all participants. Every Shining Star will get to take home their very own plant! A fully accessible location designed for everyone to enjoy.

This is a wonderful opportunity to discover a new hobby, connect with nature, and grow alongside fellow Shining Stars families in a relaxed and inclusive environment.

Simply click the “sign up” button to reserve your spot!

Miller Farms Fall Harvest

Date: Saturday, September 27th, 2025

Time: 9:00AM - 1:00PM

Location: 13912 Co Rd 19, Platteville, CO 80651

Join us for a fun-filled day on the farm! Shining Stars and their families are invited to experience the magic of fall harvest at the iconic Miller Farms. Bring your bags (and your muscles!)—you’ll be picking pounds and pounds of fresh produce straight from the fields. From potatoes and corn to peppers, cabbage, and more, this is your chance to stock up on healthy veggies while giving your kids a hands-on look at where food really comes from.

This event is open to the whole family and is sure to be a memorable day outdoors. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to connect, explore, and harvest together! Sign up to come.

Holiday Toy PArty

Date: Sunday, December 14th | Denver, CO

Mark your calendars for one of our most beloved events of the year! Join us for the Annual Holiday Toy Party—a day filled with joy, laughter, and holiday magic. Shining Stars and their families are invited to celebrate the season together with lunch, toys, and festive fun.

Meet Santa, connect with other Stars families, and enjoy a heartwarming day of camaraderie and cheer. Each child will receive a special gift, and there will be plenty of holiday surprises along the way! Sign up to come.