Community Events
Groundworks hosts and joins events all year long! Here’s where you’ll find us in 2026.
Groundworks Pizza
Party & Open House |
Boulder Arts Week
Saturday, April 11 | 5pm-7pm
FREE EVENT
As part of Boulder Arts Week, Groundworks Art Lab invites you to our annual Groundworks Pizza Party & Open House: a family-friendly celebration featuring pizza, music, studio tours, and hands-on art fun.
About Boulder Arts Week: Every year, local arts organizations come together for a week-long celebration of Boulder’s vibrant and diverse cultural scene, filled with free events for the whole community.
First Fridays at
NoBo Art District
May 1 • June 5 • Sep 12 • Oct 2
FREE EVENT
We’ll be in the NoBo Art District for four First Fridays this year (see dates above) offering free art activities! Learn more about NoBo Art District and First Fridays at the link below.
Cinco de Mayo
Saturday, May 2 | 11am-6pm
FREE EVENT
Longmont Celebrates Cinco de Mayo is a vibrant, community-wide celebration honoring culture, connection, and the health of the Longmont community. Each year, thousands gather to enjoy great food, shopping, live entertainment, a car show, break dance competition, and free family activities for all ages.
We’ll be there with hands-on art activities for everyone to enjoy. Come celebrate with us!
Boulder Pridefest
Saturday, June 13 | 11am-4pm
Foothills Community Park
FREE EVENT
We’ll be tabling at this year’s Boulder PrideFest! It’s a lively, community-centered celebration with performers, vendors, and activities for all ages.
This event is organized by one of our program partners, Rocky Mountain Equality (RMEQ), a nonprofit dedicated to supporting and uplifting LGBTQ+ individuals and communities across Colorado. Learn more about Boulder Pridefest and RMEQ at the link below.
Juneteenth
Saturday, June 20
Longmont
FREE EVENT
We’ll be tabling at this year’s Juneteenth celebration! This meaningful community event celebrates Black heritage, freedom, and resilience with food, live entertainment, and the warmth of community spirit. 2026 Event details coming soon! Learn more at the link below.
Chili Bowl Street Party &
Fall Art Market
Chili Bowl: Sunday, September 13 | 12-5pm
Art Sale: September 12-14 | 10am-5pm
Chili Bowl is our annual fundraiser celebrating community, the studio arts, great food, music, drinks, and our neighborhood!
Dia de Muertos
Saturday, Oct 10 | 11am-3pm
Downtown Longmont
FREE EVENT
We’ll be tabling at this year’s Día de Muertos celebration! This long-standing community event brings together thousands of people to honor loved ones, share traditions, and enjoy food, music, and art. Learn more at the link below!
Feria del Tamal
Saturday, Oct 24 | 4-8pm
Boulder County Fairgrounds
You can find us at this year’s Feria del Tamal! This lively community celebration of the humble tamale includes tasting, music, wrestling and more. Learn more about this event at the link below.
Holiday Art Market
December 12 & 13 | 10am-5pm
Our annual Holiday Art Market is the best place to find the perfect gift. All pieces are handmade by our talented teaching artists. Proceeds directly benefit the artists.