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Colorado Summer Festivals 2013: Guide To Best Outdoor Fests Around Town (PHOTOS)

PHOTOS: Colorado's Best 2013 Summer Festivals!
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Enter the summer festivals! The June 15th weekend marks the beginning of Denver PrideFest, Five Points' Juneteenth Parade, the Denver Greek Festival and the opening weekend of the Colorado Renaissance Festival.

How to choose? We've compiled a few of our favorite festivals right here with dates, times and cost, so you can choose the best festivals for you.

Check out some of our favorite festivals this summer!

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Before You Go

Colorado Summer Festivals
Denver PrideFest(01 of12)
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Organizers for the Denver PrideFest claim that it's now the third largest pride festival and the seventh largest in the country. Headlining this year's Denver PrideFest is pop singer Taylor Dayne, whose 80s and early 90s hits include "Love Will Lead You Back," "Tell It To My Heart" and others. When: Saturday June 15 from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. and Sunday June 16 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.Where: Civic Center ParkCost: Free!Image via Facebook. (credit:Facebook )
Colorado Dragon Boat Festival(02 of12)
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According to festival organizers, dragon boat racing is over 2,000 years old. In Colorado the sport has grown to include almost 50 competitors.When: July 27 - 28Where: Sloan's Lake ParkCost: Free!Image via Facebook. (credit:Facebook )
Juneteenth(03 of12)
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The Juneteenth festival is recognized as "the oldest celebration commemorating the end of slavery." Today it's a celebration of African American achievement, arts, music and more.When: Saturday, June 15 from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.Where: Historic Five PointsCost: Free!Image via Facebook. (credit:Facebook)
Denver Greek Festival(04 of12)
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There will be Greek music, Greek food, Greek beer, Greek dancing, Greek coffee and so much more!When: June 14 - 15 from 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. and June 16 from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.Where: 4610 East Alameda AveCost: Children 12 and under are free, everyone else gets in for just $3Image via Facebook. (credit:Facebook)
Denver Cherry Blossom Festival(05 of12)
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Don't miss the Cherry Blossom Festival! This year there will be taikō drumming, teriyaki chicken, Buddhism lectures, vintage Japanese textiles and more.When: Saturday, June 22 from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sunday, June 23 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.Where: Sakura Square Cost: Free!Image via Facebook. (credit:Facebook)
Cherry Creek Arts Festival(06 of12)
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Enjoy the summer air with international artists, sampling fine cuisine and art shopping!When: July 5 - 6 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, July 7 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.Where: Cherry Creek North shopping district from 2nd to 3rd Avenues, on the seven streets between Columbine and Steele Streets.Cost: Free!Image via Facebook. (credit:Facebook)
Colorado Black Arts Festival(07 of12)
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This year's festival theme is “African American Style: an American Legacy.” There will be a parade, a “Watu Sokoni”( People’s Marketplace), drum and drill team exhibition, a vintage car show and art garden.When: July 12 -14 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.Where: City Park WestCost: Free!Image via Facebook. (credit:Facebook)
Colorado Brewers' Festival(08 of12)
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Over 40 Colorado breweries and over 80 Colorado beers! 'Nuff said.When: Friday, June 21 from 7 - 10 p.m.; Saturday, June 22 from 12 - 6 p.m.; Sunday, June 23 from 12 - 6 p.m.Where: Downtown Fort CollinsCost: Free!Image via Facebook. (credit:Facebook)
Colorado Renaissance Festival(09 of12)
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Beginning the weekend of June 15 and 16, the Renaissance Festival begins and every weekend is a different theme. Pick a children's weekend, a wine weekend, a Celtic weekend and more!When: Every Saturday and Sunday only beginning June 15 - August 4 from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.Where: 650 W. Perry Park Ave.Larkspur, COCost: Order tickets before June 21 and pay $16.95 for adults and $8 for children. Otherwise, regular tickets cost adults $19.95 and $9 for children.Image via Facebook. (credit:Facebook)
Colorado Shakespeare Festival(10 of12)
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Every summer, Boulder brings you the wonderful opportunity to experience Shakespeare outside at the foot of the mountains. Who can resist?When: Ongoing through Aug. 11. (Click here for scheduled plays) Where: The historic Mary Rippon Outdoor Theatre and in the newly renovated indoor University TheatreCost: Prices will vary.Image via Facebook. (credit:Facebook)
Colorado Mountain Winefest(11 of12)
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This will be the 22nd annual Colorado Mountain Winefest and it comes with live music, a commemorative wine glass and tote, chef demos and a grape stomp!When: September 21 from 10:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.Where: Riverbend Park in PalisadeCost: General Admission is $45, VIP is $190 and $25 for Non-DrinkersImage via Facebook. (credit:Facebook)
Crested Butte Wildflower Festival(12 of12)
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Did you know that Crested Butte is the wildflower capitol of Colorado? There are guided hikes, photography tours, photo workshops, a tour of edibles and medicinals and more.When: July 8 -14 Where: Crested ButteCost: Prices will varyImage via Facebook. (credit:Facebook )
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