Colorado hosts major summer events: Loveland comedy festival and Denver festivities

Loveland’s Laugh Out Loud Comedy Festival returned for its fourth edition, running Thursday, July 31 through Sunday, August 3, 2025. The four‑day event features thirty stand‑up comedians across eight downtown venues, with seven headliners, over fifteen featured comics and special guests including co‑founders Dan Bublitz Jr. and Jeff Albright. Tickets cost $15 per show, while a VIP badge for all performances sells for $100.

In the Denver area, a rotating calendar of activities offers options for residents and visitors. Highlights include the Arapahoe County Fair (July 23‑26) with rides, food and contests; a drag‑performance fundraiser for reproductive‑freedom rights on July 22; a sci‑fi film series screening "Princess Mononoke" on July 22; a dog‑friendly "Yappy Hour" on July 24; and various local music, art and food events. Prices range from free admission at some festivals to $12‑$34 for ticketed attractions.