- The list below includes 178 free or cheap things to do in or near Brighton, Colorado, including 88 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, History Museums, Dog Park and Farms & Ranches.
- From Barr Lake State Park to Happy Tails Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Brighton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boulder, Denver, Wheat Ridge and Arvada.
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Rather than an established space, Lewis Meadows is an open concept public park. The primary feature of the park is a trail that is kept more natural than a simple concrete path with focus on the grass and flowers native to the area.
22.7 Miles
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Bear Peak Trail
National Center for Atmospheric Research, 1850 Table Mesa Drive, Boulder, CO 80305
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Bear Peak Trail is a 7 mile trail, which if taken to the top of the peak yields an elevation gain of 6,080 to 8,461 ft. The hike is difficult with an estimated time of 5 to 7 hours.
23.1 Miles
Aurora's Movie Tavern is a combination movie theater multiplex and restaurant and bar. The facility shows first run movies, serves an array of menu options, and features a full bar.
23.1 Miles
A 16-screen movie theater, Century Boulder displays first-run Hollywood movies along with independent films. The theater offers all digital projection, RealD 3D movies, arcade games, self-service ticketing and a lobby cafe with food and drinks.
23.1 Miles
Scott Carpenter Park has many amenities including a large swimming pool with water slide, skate park, open turf field, diamond field and a unique astronaut-themed playground. There are many walking paths and benches and the park is pet-friendly.
23.2 Miles
A perfect spot for nature lovers, the Cherry Creek State Park offers individuals and families alike a tranquil place to spend the weekend. Activities that visitors can embark here are: hiking, biking, airplane flying, horseback riding and even a family shooting range.
23.4 Miles
A modern twist on the average bowling alley, Lucky Strike Lanes in Lakewood, Colorado. Adults can play a game while enjoying cocktails and drinks from the bar, as well as good food, billiards and adult only hours.
23.4 Miles
Opened in 2005, West Arvada Dog Park is situated on five acres of fields for canine recreation. The park is fenced and double gated, provides benches and offers a separate area for smaller dogs.
23.5 Miles
A wide range of performance and display art is exhibited at the Dairy Center for the Arts. Fine arts performances, independent cinema shows, and art galleries make up the foundation of the center.
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Century 16 Bel Mar shows newly released films with digital projectors and stadium seating auditoriums. One of the theaters has Cinemark's XD cinema technology that features an over-sized screen, surround sound, and RealD 3D.