Parks, Recreation & Open Space Newsletter: July 2025

Published on July 15, 2025

Superior's Parks, Recreation, and Open Space team poses in Downtown Superior

Spend your summer days outside with an exciting lineup of events and programs coordinated by Superior's Parks, Recreation and Open Space team.

Keep reading to find out more about what's coming up this month. If you have any questions, call 303-554-9005 or email us at tospros@superiorcolorado.gov.


Superior's Civic Space is ready to welcome you!

Mayor Mark Lacis, Superior Town Council members, and others pose for a ribbon cutting at the new Downtown Superior Civic Space

We're excited to announce that Superior's new Civic Space is officially open and available for the community to use!

The space, conveniently located in Downtown Superior, can accommodate roughly 400 people, making it the perfect place to hang out, work, or host small gatherings.

From recitals and classes to conferences, corporate gatherings, and nonprofit celebrations, the Civic Space is flexible and suitable for a wide range of events.

Whether you're planning a formal event or a casual meeting, the Civic Space is ready to host you! Superior residents can rent the space for $150 an hour and will have access to our spacious main event area, an adjacent conference room, the lobby, and an assortment of tables, chairs, and other equipment.

Visit the Superior Civic Space webpage on the Town website to learn more about the facility, schedule a tour, or inquire about availability. The Parks and Rec team has developed a promotional flyer with more information about the rental space for those interested.

Downtown Superior Civic Space

Come visit us!

Address: 2250 Main St.,Suite 1001
Phone: 303-499-0697
Hours: Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Closed on Sunday


PARC conducts Community Park Playground Renovation engagement during July 16 meeting

Rendering of a large play structure

The Town is currently renovating the Community Park Playground, and we want to hear from you! Join us from 7 to 9 p.m. at Superior's Town Hall (124 E. Coal Creek Drive) and provide your feedback on the proposed playground design during the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee (PARC) Meeting.

The Community Park playground is aging and requires renovation to meet the needs of the community, current safety and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards, and to provide a quality interactive play area for youth ages 2-12.

The current playground includes 17,000 square feet of surface area with two play areas offering play opportunities for different age groups.

This public engagement and design phase will extend through this fall, with construction slated for spring of 2026. Find more information and keep up-to-date on this project by visiting the Town Project Page.

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting
July 16 from 7 to 9 p.m.
Superior Town Hall (124 East Coal Creek Drive)

Overhead shot of the community park renovation rendering.

Mark your calendars: The next Superior Summer Market is coming up on July 16

A crowd walks down Superior's Main Street as it's lined with vendors during the Summer Market

We're bringing novelty goods and local entertainment conveniently to you in Downtown Superior during the Superior Summer Market!

Head downtown on Wednesday, July 16 from 5 to 8 p.m. for merchants, meals, and eclectic rock music from Ultralowfi featuring Superior's own Mayor Mark Lacis on the drums!

Expect a variety of vendors ready to meet your weekly shopping needs. Grab the freshest ranch-raised meats from Natural Homestead Beef and an array of produce from Forte Fruits. You can also get your breads, dairy products, snacks, take-and-go meals, and some delicious sweet treats!

Learn more and find the full list of participating vendors on the Superior Summer Market event page.

Summer market logo surrounded by radishes, honey and coffee cups.

Make waves at the inaugural Cardboard Boat Regatta

Two girls paddle in a cardboard boat on a body of water

Will it float? Let's find out!

The Town of Superior is hosting the first-ever Cardboard Boat Regatta from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 3.

Participants will design and build boats made of cardboard and duct tape and race them for the fastest time in Superior's North Pool.

Please be aware that all exposed cardboard must be covered in duct tape to prevent disintegration in the pool. Boats can be decorated however you'd like, but please come with the boat ready to go! Two people can ride in the boat, and the crew must remain inside the boat for the race.

Find out more and sign up to race today. See you at the pool!


Summer Concert Series keeps the beat going strong

Summer Concert Series Logo

Superior's beloved Summer Concert Series continues in July and August. Gather with friends and neighbors for live music, food trucks, and fun on select Saturday evenings from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m.

  • July 26: The Other Brothers
  • Aug. 9: Los Cheesies
  • Aug. 23: Tierro Band and Bridget Law

Locations: The final July concert will be at Superior Commons Amphitheater (2130 Creek View Way). The August concerts will move to the Downtown Superior Plaza (2250 Main St.).

Food & Beverages: Food trucks will be on site selling tasty bites. Beer, wine, and seltzers will be available for attendees ages 21 and older. Please note that bringing and consuming outside alcohol is prohibited.

Parking: Parking at the amphitheater is limited; please plan to bike, walk, or carpool. Additional parking is available at the Downtown Superior parking structures. Visit the Downtown Superior Parking webpage for a map of available parking in the area as well as restrictions. Accessible parking will be available on the west end of the main parking lot, indicated by temporary signs.

Green Team Volunteers Needed: The Town of Superior is looking to partner with businesses, local community-based groups, and individuals to help support our zero-waste community events and other sustainability efforts. Learn more and sign up.


Explore the great outdoors with upcoming Open Space programs

The silhouette of a person with a telescope and a starry sky backdrop

Star Party with Standley Lake Stargazing
July 15 from 9 to 10:30 p.m.
Coalton Trailhead (3495 McCaslin Blvd.)

Witness star clusters, galaxies, nebulas, the moon, and planets during this magical stargazing party hosted by Standley Lake Stargazing! This family-friendly interactive program is suitable for a general audience without any prior experience. Please dress appropriately for evening weather.

Bee landing on a pink flower

Pollinator Garden Volunteering Project
July 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Purple Park (1310 S. Pitkin Ave.)

Help improve pollinator habitats with Superior Open Space, Friends of Coal Creek, and the Butterfly Pavilion. Volunteers will dig, weed, plant and take on other gardening-related tasks. Weeding will occur from 9 a.m. to noon, with planting happening after from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Please feel free to show up whenever you're available!

Brown wooden sign in the woods reading "leave no trace"

Leave No Trace Skills Workshop
July 19 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Purple Park (1310 S. Pitkin Ave.)

We all want to explore nature in a safe and responsible way! This half-day Leave No Trace Skills workshop will cover backcountry practices that best reduce the impact we have on the environment while out adventuring. Meet at Purple Park's East Pavilion.

A group of parents and children sit in the grass during a Little Critters event

Little Critters
July 30 from 10 to 11 a.m.
Purple Park (1310 S. Pitkin Ave.)

Discover the wonders of nature through Little Critters! This program is a partnership with Eldorado Canyon State Park and is designed for children ages 3-5 to connect with the natural world through hands-on activities, storytelling, and guided exploration.

A young boy in a red shirt and glasses smiles while using a recumbent trike on a trail

Adaptive Adventures
Aug. 16 from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Coalton Trailhead (3495 McCaslin Blvd.)

The outdoors are for all of us! People with disabilities and their families are invited to this open event to learn more about accessibility in Superior and the surrounding natural areas.Adaptive Adventureswill host a table and bring hand-cycles, recumbent tricycles, and assistive hiking devices for hourly tours of the trails at the Coalton Trailhead. Participants can learn to bike or hike with a physical disability, while families will learn how best to help their loved ones find a trail adventure. No registration is required.

A girl in a yellow shirt and a girl in a pink shirt kneel on the ground to catch a bug in a net

Bug Hunt
Aug. 23 from 9 to 11 a.m.
Autrey Park (1830 Honey Creek Drive)

It's time to catch 'em crawling! Join wildlife ecologist Ashley DeLaup on a bug hunt and learn about insects, spiders, and other important invertebrates in Superior's parks and open spaces. Please wear appropriate clothes and shoes for the weather, and bring snacks and water as needed.


Spice up your life with an Indian Cooking Class

Participants watch as Chef Akila makes a meal in an Indian Cooking Class

Want to learn how to make an authentic Indian prawn curry? Now's your chance!

Sign up for the Indian Cooking Class on Saturday, Aug. 9, from noon to 1:30 p.m. and learn to make restaurant-worthy dishes from scratch.

Guided by the talented Chef Akila, participants will make Papad (Indian-style lentil chips), steamed rice, and a delicious prawn curry.

Register now to secure your spot.


Join us for an imaginative evening of storytelling at Tales for a Summer Night

A crowd listens during a Boulder Valley Spellbinders storytelling event

Let your imagination run wild at the family-friendly Tales for a Summer Night event! Storytellers from Boulder Valley Spellbinders, along with local musicians, will present a variety of their favorite stories from around the world.

Hear folktales, fairytales, humorous tales, and maybe even some personal stories during this exciting new event happening from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Aug. 16 at Superior's new Civic Space, 2250 Main St., Suite 1001.

Admission is free, but space is limited. Arrive early for a good seat. Please send questions about the program to bouldervalleysb@gmail.com.


Pools offer events & activities to cool off and have fun

Three people pose with a shark cutout during Family Swim Night in Superior

Family Night at the Pool
Thursday, July 24
South Pool (3300 Huron Peak Ave.)
5 to 8 p.m.
Enjoy snacks and beverages, family-friendly music, and games! You canregister ahead of timeor show up on the day of the event with your family and SplashPass.

Flick and Float
Friday, July 25
North Pool (1650 S Indiana Street)
8 to 11 p.m.
Join us for an unforgettable movie night, watching "Moana 2" under the stars with family and friends!

Upcoming Pool Closures

  • Rock Creek Flyers Pre-Team Meet: Modified hours at the North Pool on July 16
  • Rock Creek Flyers Swim Meet: Modified hours at the North Pool on July 19

Visit SuperiorColorado.gov/Pools for pool schedules, closure alerts and more.


Advisory Committees unite the knowledge of the community to accomplish great things

The Open Space Advisory Committee discusses topics during a meeting

The Town is encouraging residents to share their time, energy, and know-how by volunteering for a Town of Superior Advisory Committee.

Current openings are:

  • Advisory Committee for Environmental Sustainability: Two Openings
  • Cultural Arts and Public Spaces Advisory Committee: Two Openings
  • Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee: Two Openings

Learn more and apply today by visiting the Town of Superior Advisory Committees webpage or reach out to Mikaela Gregg by email or by phone at 303-499-3675, ext.128


Superior Community Center Events & Entertainment

It's going to be a busy month at the Superior Community Center! Check out what's on tap this month, and stay informed by visiting the Superior Community Center calendar and/or signing up for our weekly SCC update email.

Boulder County Sheriff's Logo on blue background

Chat with the Chief
Saturday, July 19
9 to 10 a.m.

Join Sgt. Salaman from the Boulder County Sheriff's Office for an informal Q&A about any concerns that you may have. Sponsored by the Superior Chamber of Commerce.

Collage of Five Musicians performing at Open Mic Night

Open Mic Night
Wednesday, July 23 & Aug. 13
5:30 to 7:45 p.m.

Calling all musicians! Sign up for a free Open Mic Night to play to a supportive audience of peers and surrounding community members in a professionally hosted, live performance setting!

JAMMIN' Feud Logo

JAMMIN' Feud
Friday, July 25
7 to 9 p.m.

Four rounds of feud-style trivia. Teams go head to head, and the two top-scoring teams battle it out in a championship round. There's no cost to play and a lot of fun to be had!

Thank you veterans on flag background

Veterans Group Meetup
Sunday, July 27
4 to 5:30 p.m.

All veterans, active-duty service members, and supporters are invited for fellowship at this monthly veterans meetup hosted by Council Member Jenn Kaaoush.

Superior residents laugh during First Fridays Coffee at the Superior Community Center

First Fridays Coffee
Friday, Aug. 1
7:45 to 9:30 a.m.

Join Superior Town Council members at the Superior Community Center for a casual conversation to discuss current topics relating to the Town. Coffee and light breakfast items will be provided.

Blue background with yellow text reading "teen Night" and two hands with glowsticks

Teen Night: Glow Party
Friday, Aug. 1
6 to 9 p.m.

Get your glow on at Teen Night! Enjoy pizza, video games, and fun glow-in-the-dark games. This free event is open to teens (ages 12 to 15).Registration is required.

People enjoy the Senior Welcome Breakfast at the Superior Community Center

Senior Welcome Breakfast
Wednesday, Aug. 6
9 to 10:30 a.m.

Mingle with your neighbors, enjoy a delicious breakfast, and fill out your monthly calendar with a brand new slate of Superior Seniors drop-in programs and events!

JAMMIN' Music Bingo Logo on gradient background

JAMMIN' Music Bingo
Friday, Aug. 8
7 to 9 p.m.

Like Bingo? Like music? Join us for JAMMIN' Music Bingo! Listen to a clip of a song, find that song on your bingo card, and see if you have the winning card. Collect your points to win prizes!