10 (Mostly) Free Things To Do: November Edition

1. Nibble: Take a tour Hammond’s Candies

• Why you should go: Ever wonder how candy canes are made? Satisfy your sweet tooth and find out how. (Bonus: Watch the candy-making process.)
• Details: Your pick, Denver

2. Remember: Honor a Vet

• Why you should go: Head downtown to cheer on the men and women who’ve served in the military. And then learn how to properly fold the flag.
• Details: Denver Veterans Day Parade: November 8 at 10 a.m., 14th St. and W. Colfax Ave.; Veterans Day: November 11

3. Wander: Stroll Around the Baker Neighborhood

• Why you should go: Last month, we picked the top five urban fall walks. This month, we are still walking—and you should, too—in the trendy Baker Neighborhood.
• Details: Your pick, Denver

4. TAKE IT IN: Watch Denver GO BRIGHT during the Grand illumination

• Why you should go: We know, we know. You’re still working on Halloween candy. But later this month, get in the holiday spirit as Denver’s landmarks—Union Station, the 16th Street Mall, and the City and County Building—shine for the season.
• Details: Starting on November 28 at 6 p.m., Denver

5. SPOT IT: Watch Horns lock at the bighorn sheep festival

• Why you should go: Scope out Colorado’s official state mammal on nearby hills, help kids craft paper horns, and more.
• Details: November 8, Georgetown

6. NOSH: Kids Eat Free at Denver’s Larkburger

• Why you should go: You read it right: Kids eat free on Mondays after 4 p.m. at the downtown Larkburger. For more free food for the little ones, check out this story from Mile High Mamas.
• Details: Mondays, Denver

7. Browse: Peruse the boxes at the Denver Public library’s Winter used book sale

• Why you should go: Granted, you’ll probably leave the sale with books (or a box of books), which aren’t free, but you can look at no cost.
• Details: November 20­–22, Denver Central Library

8. Visit: Sign up for a tour of the Denver Mint

• Why you should go: You’ll need to make reservations, but it’s worth it. (Watching coins being made is oddly fascinating.)
• Details: Your pick, Denver

9. Play: Skate at Copper Mountain’s Woodward Remix

• Why you should go: Before you trade your wheels for skis, take another whirl during this free skating session at the Barn.
• Details: November 29, Copper Mountain Resort

10. DO GOOD: Give back and Get involved

• Why you should go: With Turkey Day approaching, we like to slate a little time in the schedule for volunteering. Need ideas? Check this page throughout the month for our weekly picks for charitable events.
• Details: Your pick, Denver

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