Future Fest

HEY, KIDS AND FAMILIES! YOU’RE INVITED!

We want to see you at Future Fest 2025, on April 26, 2025 at Civic Center Park. Bring your friends to this free event that’s all about YOUth!

Future Fest is an inclusive, free, citywide event for young people of all ages and their families. Future Fest celebrates Denver's young people for their contributions to their communities. This citywide event is focused on empowering youth, connecting passions to careers and creating a more inclusive future for all.

YOUth belong at Future Fest 2025!

Brought to you by the City and County of Denver.

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Plan Your Day

Time	Event
11:00 a.m.	Kick Off Parade Local youth will kick off Future Fest with a lively parade around Civic Center Park.
12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.	Performing Arts Showcase Watch local youth show their talents.
1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.	Step Show Competition Come out and support youth who love to STEP! This event is in partnership with the Mile High Step Summit.
3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.	"Shark Tank"-Style Pitch Competition Find out what team will have the winning business pitch.
3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.	Free Flag Football Clinics Hosted by Denver Parks and Recreation. Registration required.
4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.	Youth on Record Youth music performance provided by Youth on Record on the main stage.
All Day	Hunt for insects, learn fire safety, explore the "Curiosity Cruiser" and more. See who will be there!

Future Fest Updates

What's to Eat at Future Fest

500 FREE boxed lunches are available on a first-come, first-served basis to youth attending Future Fest. The free lunches will be available starting at 11:30 a.m. until they are gone. We'll also have an array of food trucks!

Future Fest Share Kit

Whether you're sharing on social media, with friends or through other channels, we want to make sure you have the tools to make it as easy and impactful as possible.

Future Fest Mobile Vaccine Clinic

Free vaccine clinic for youth ages 18 and under at Denver's Future Fest! Pre-register for COVID, flu, MMR and more. Walk-ins welcome.

Future Fest Flag Football Clinics Registration

Denver Parks and Recreation is offering free football clinics for youth 5-14 years old. Registration is required.

Who Will Be at Future Fest?

When you’re planning your day, be sure to check out your favorite community partner organizations. Each partner will have a fun, free interactive activity for your kids to enjoy!

Future Fest Gold Sponsors: Denver International Airport & Westerra Credit Union

What's Future Fest?

Future Fest is an inclusive, free, citywide event for young people of all ages and their families.
Future Fest celebrates Denver’s young people for their contributions to their communities.
Future Fest brings dozens of incredible resources to one place, to give young people access to new skills, opportunities, and ideas.
Representatives will be on hand from community organizations that provide youth-centered services and opportunities.
Professionals from dozens of backgrounds and careers will help kids connect their passions to future interests and even careers right here in their hometown.
The City and County of Denver’s Office of Human Resources is coordinating Future Fest, led by their Talent Acquisition team, as a way to build community in the heart of our city, and to celebrate the promise and possibility of our youngest generation of leaders.

Event Details

Saturday, April 26, 2025
Civic Center Park, Downtown Denver
Free Admission

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Future Fest 2024 Pics!

A young boy gazes curiously at a table filled with various water bottles and sunglasses, exploring his options with interest.

Take a look at pics from last year's event!

Accommodation Requests

It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, contact futurefestinfo@denvergov.org by Tuesday, April 22, 2025.