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Rattlesnake bites are up in Colorado this summer

The state's warm, dry winter helped create conditions for the venomous reptiles to emerge earlier than usual..

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Rattlesnake bites are climbing in Colorado and across <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="parts of the West" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/salt-lake-city/2026/06/18/rattlesnake-bites-double-utah-hiking" data-vars-content-id="4fcc404b-e4e9-418b-a59e-a309638e4eec" data-vars-headline="Rattlesnake bites are up in Colorado this summer" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/salt-lake-city/2026/06/18/rattlesnake-bites-double-utah-hiking" target="_self">parts of the West</a> this summer due in part to a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="record-warm, dry winter" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/03/23/the-west-s-record-breaking-warm-winter-mapped" data-vars-content-id="4fcc404b-e4e9-418b-a59e-a309638e4eec" data-vars-headline="Rattlesnake bites are up in Colorado this summer" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/03/23/the-west-s-record-breaking-warm-winter-mapped" target="_self">record-warm, dry winter</a> that experts say prompted the venomous reptiles to emerge earlier than usual.Why it matters: State wildlife officials say hikers, trail runners and dog owners should be extra vigilant as snake activity ramps up across the state.

BARna opens as soccer mecca on Colfax

One of Denver's newest bars caters to the soccer-obsessed, just in time for the FIFA World Cup.

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One of Denver&#x27;s newest bars caters to the soccer-obsessed, just in time for the sport&#x27;s biggest international tournament.The latest: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="BARna&#x27;s opening on Colfax" data-vars-click-url="https://www.denverpost.com/2026/06/30/denver-colfax-barna-tapas-soccor-bar/?utm_campaign=mrf-facebook-denverpost&amp;utm_source=facebook&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;mrfcid=202606306a443a4453df58001071f961" data-vars-content-id="80df3f13-7970-472f-b441-48d17e737e7e" data-vars-headline="BARna opens as soccer mecca on Colfax" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.denverpost.com/2026/06/30/denver-colfax-barna-tapas-soccor-bar/?utm_campaign=mrf-facebook-denverpost&amp;utm_source=facebook&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;mrfcid=202606306a443a4453df58001071f961" target="_blank">BARna&#x27;s opening on Colfax</a> last month coincided with the start of the FIFA World Cup.

Inside Aspen's newest luxury hotel, the White Elephant

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Aspen has no shortage of luxury. And the mountain town&#x27;s newest hotel, the White Elephant, certainly fits the category.<ul><li>Yes, but: The vibe is different.</li></ul>

Adult summer camp craze takes off in Colorado

Adult camps promise something increasingly hard to find: real-world connection.

Summer camp isn&#x27;t just for kids anymore.The big picture: Adventure and connection seekers in Colorado are increasingly signing up for grownup versions, complete with zip lines, campfires and speed-friending.

McGregor Square starts free summer movie series

The series starts July 4 with " Project Hail Mary."

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="McGregor Square" data-vars-click-url="https://www.mcgregorsquare.com/" data-vars-content-id="10819ed2-ebef-42a6-ad45-3b80dfe18489" data-vars-headline="McGregor Square starts free summer movie series" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.mcgregorsquare.com/" target="_blank">McGregor Square</a> starts its family-friendly free summer movie series on Saturday with the Ryan Gosling-led sci-fi film &quot;Project Hail Mary.&quot;State of play: The film screened on the plaza&#x27;s 66-foot Jumbotron starts at 6:30pm.

Denver Botanic Garden's rare "death bloom" nears its end

The 25-year-old Utah agave will die within the next few weeks.

The Utah agave at the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Denver Botanic Gardens" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2024/05/05/best-botanic-gardens-vogue-tripadvisor" data-vars-content-id="61bd7ae6-14ba-4f15-84f8-7a0323897d80" data-vars-headline="Denver Botanic Garden&#x27;s rare &quot;death bloom&quot; nears its end" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2024/05/05/best-botanic-gardens-vogue-tripadvisor" target="_self">Denver Botanic Gardens</a> survived hail storms, snowstorms and a polar vortex. But like any living thing, it can&#x27;t outrun Mother Nature. The big picture: The plant recently reached its &quot;death bloom,&quot; producing a stalk over 10 feet tall.

Expanded Denver Juneteenth festival set for Five Points

The festival will mark its 15th anniversary this year.

Denver&#x27;s free <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Juneteenth celebration" data-vars-click-url="https://www.juneteenthmusicfestival.com/" data-vars-content-id="d877ae47-b156-4f66-be4e-9dc7279d49cb" data-vars-headline="Expanded Denver Juneteenth festival set for Five Points" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.juneteenthmusicfestival.com/" target="_blank">Juneteenth celebration</a> returns to the historic Five Points neighborhood this weekend — bigger and bolder with a three-day extravaganza.Why it matters: Organizers expanded this year&#x27;s festival after scaling back some of last year&#x27;s programming when corporate <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="sponsorship" data-vars-click-url="https://www.denverpost.com/2025/04/22/juneteenth-festival-budget-funding-cuts-sponsors/" data-vars-content-id="d877ae47-b156-4f66-be4e-9dc7279d49cb" data-vars-headline="Expanded Denver Juneteenth festival set for Five Points" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.denverpost.com/2025/04/22/juneteenth-festival-budget-funding-cuts-sponsors/" target="_blank">sponsorship</a> waned back amid broader DEI rollbacks.

9 ways to celebrate Father's Day around Denver

It's Dad's day out. Here's how to make it count.

Mom had her turn. Dad&#x27;s up next.The big picture: This Father&#x27;s Day weekend offers plenty of ways to spend time with the father figure in your life — whether that&#x27;s catching a Rockies game, practicing your golf swing or raising a pint.

Levitt Pavilion releases free summer concert lineup

Tickets are free but RSVPs are encouraged.

Levitt Pavilion recently released dates and times for its popular free summer concert series.How it works: The shows won&#x27;t cost you a dime, but you&#x27;re encouraged <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="to get tickets" data-vars-click-url="https://www.levittdenver.org/free-concert-series#/events" data-vars-content-id="48261a84-58e0-47c1-9fc1-e968b5ef2b1f" data-vars-headline="Levitt Pavilion releases free summer concert lineup" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.levittdenver.org/free-concert-series#/events" target="_blank">to get tickets</a> before showing up.

How to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup

This year's edition is the biggest in tournament history.

Sports

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="FIFA World Cup" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/10/2026-world-cup-casual-fan-guide" data-vars-content-id="02149be0-d0d6-49b7-8ae2-58333f347af0" data-vars-headline="How to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/10/2026-world-cup-casual-fan-guide" target="_self">FIFA World Cup</a> starts this week with its biggest edition in history. Zoom in: Canada, Mexico and the U.S. co-host the 2026 men&#x27;s tournament, with the largest field in the tournament&#x27;s 96-year history.

The ultimate summer fun guide for Denver

From museums and festivals to sporting events, there's something for everyone locally this summer.

Local Brief

Summer has unofficially arrived. And so has a nearly endless parade of events, performances and other happenings throughout the city and beyond. 🎭 Arts<ul><li>Candlelight Concerts series will host multiple weekend shows, including tributes to Adele, &#x27;90s hip-hop, &quot;Lord of the Rings&quot; and Vivaldi&#x27;s &quot;The Four Seasons.&quot; <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Starting at ~$35" data-vars-click-url="https://feverup.com/en/denver/candlelight?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=sc_nb&amp;utm_campaign=candlelightupper_den&amp;utm_content=805279116883&amp;utm_term=_a&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=20975790405&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADGO9U-nNA9fwsbPV44-fn0-B1C2m&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwz9_QBhD_ARIsADnSCfBxGGaol_wOai9UO2vkfvAvZzxt6iJ_wg16vcVa-H_hI8C1d0uhHXIaAls_EALw_wcB" data-vars-content-id="4f927b2f-2648-44b9-9aac-ae8ee713f5e1" data-vars-headline="The ultimate summer fun guide for Denver" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://feverup.com/en/denver/candlelight?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=sc_nb&amp;utm_campaign=candlelightupper_den&amp;utm_content=805279116883&amp;utm_term=_a&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=20975790405&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADGO9U-nNA9fwsbPV44-fn0-B1C2m&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwz9_QBhD_ARIsADnSCfBxGGaol_wOai9UO2vkfvAvZzxt6iJ_wg16vcVa-H_hI8C1d0uhHXIaAls_EALw_wcB" target="_blank">Starting at ~$35</a></li></ul>

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