City of Lakewood, Colorado

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City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· 27d

Are you ready for National Night Out? 🎊 Whether you’re planning a neighborhood block party or a cookout, this is the perfect opportunity to get to know your neighbors and the Lakewood Police Department. Sign up today: https://lkwd.co/NationalNightOut

Lakewood Police officer, dog mascot, and two children pose with a police SUV at National Night Out event.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· 27d

Did you know there is a pair of alternating no- and low-cost markets on Wednesdays this summer at our partner Sprout City Farms' Mountair Park location? We recently highlighted them in our most recent Good News Blog - check it out to learn more! https://lkwd.co/MountairMarkets

A farmers' market stall under a blue canopy selling fresh leafy greens, radishes, and rhubarb on a grassy field.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· 28d

🚨 When an emergency happens, be the first to know. LookoutAlert delivers real-time safety updates straight to your phone, email, or voicemail. Sign up in just five minutes at https://lkwd.co/LookoutAlert

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· 28d

Do you binge-watch CSI and Law and Order? Are you ready to go BTS with the Lakewood Police? Sign up for the Citizen's Police Academy to learn about police training standards and ethics codes. Classes start Aug 19th and they're FREE to attend! 👉 Enroll today: https://lkwd.co/CitizensPoliceAcademy

A smiling Lakewood police officer in uniform talking to a person outdoors, with police vehicles in the background.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· 29d

DEADLINE TODAY: Get those nominations in for the Mayor's Inspiration Awards - deadline is midnight! Winners of this award will be celebrated at a Council meeting this fall and get a plaque with their names at city hall! Nomination form and more info: https://lakewoodco.gov/MayorsAwards

A woman presenting a Mayor's Inspiration Award certificate to a man in a wheelchair.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· 29d

Tomorrow is the deadline - get your nominations in! Every year City Council celebrates the best of Lakewood with the Mayor's Inspiration Awards. Make sure your neighbor or favorite nonprofit gets the recognition they deserve! Nominate: https://lakewoodco.gov/MayorsAwards

A young man and a woman smiling while holding a Mayor's Inspiration Award certificate in a council chamber.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· Jul 14

Today is the Day! 🍂 Fall registration opens for residents at noon! Parents - remember this includes fall Middle School Sports programs. 🖥️ Check out all the awesome class options and create your account now for a smooth registration process: https://lkwd.co/register

Three images in a collage. One of a child making a clay pot in a studio class, one of an adult tap dance class, and the last of a Lakewood basketball league game.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· Jul 13

Let's celebrate the best of Lakewood! We need your help finding our most inspirational residents and organizations. Nominate by July 15 and a committee will select winners of this year's Inspiration Awards at a Council meeting this fall. More: https://lakewoodco.gov/MayorsAwards

A group of seven people posing for a photo with awards, promoting the Lakewood Mayor's Inspiration Award.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· Jul 13

A 50th birthday party calls for some seriously cool activities! Join us Sat, Aug 1st from 4-8 PM for a FREE celebration at Heritage Lakewood. 🍏 Cider Pressing 🚜 Tractor-Drawn Hayrides 🔥 Blacksmithing and Art Demos 🎤 Live Music 👉 See more: https://lkwd.co/HLBP50

An elderly blacksmith with a white beard and leather apron works at a smoking forge with tongs.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· Jul 11

Have you signed up for our Open Rewards program? You can get 5% cash back when you shop at participating businesses along West Colfax! There’s no cost to you or the businesses. Next time you’re out, shop at local businesses and get rewarded! Sign up: https://lkwd.co/OpenRewards

A graphic that explains the process of the Open Rewards program for Lakewood. "SHOP LAKEWOOD: OPEN REWARDS. Shop local, get rewarded! Earn 5% rewards on every purchase at businesses in the program. Download the app. LakewoodCo.gov/OpenRewards"

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· Jul 10

Lamar Street is getting a glow up 🎨 NEA grant. New public art. A block party to celebrate, with live music, an aerial artist, street performances, and food. Come and enjoy the fun! 📅 July 25th, 4-8pm 📍 Lamar Street, 13th to 14th Ave. Find out more: https://lkwd.co/40WBlockParty

Promotional flyer for the Summer Artline Block Party on July 25th, featuring a food truck, beer, and art palette.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· Jul 9

What an incredible night! 🎉 Thank you, Lakewood, for making the Big Belmar Bash unforgettable! We couldn't have done it without the support of our volunteers, vendors and sponsors. 📸 Check out the photos and relive the moment! Share your event feedback: https://lkwd.co/2026BBBSurvey

A live band performing on an outdoor stage for a crowd of people in a park setting.

Two women wearing festive headbands, a baby, and a young girl posing for a photo at an outdoor celebration.

A woman dressed as the Statue of Liberty with a green wig and crown, smiling with arms outstretched at an outdoor event.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· Jul 8

Prize packages announced! The Mayor's Park Challenge is underway and we are loving the photos you have submitted. We've got an update - three prize packages including a restaurant gift card, parks and rec passes and more, are on offer this year! More: https://lkwd.co/MayorsParkChallenge2026

A collage of photos showing people visiting various parks in Lakewood for the Mayor's Park Challenge.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· Jul 8

Designing a new pool is buckets of fun and Morris the Dragon wants your help! Morse Park pool is reaching the end of its lifespan and will need to be replaced. We need your input to design a new pool as we allocate future funding. ✅ Take the survey: https://lkwd.co/MorseParkPoolSurvey

A promotional graphic featuring a cartoon dragon inviting the community to help design a new pool at Morse Park.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· Jul 7

We had a BLAST at Big Belmar Bash! 😎 🎉 Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Independence Day fun. Take our survey to share your event feedback: https://lkwd.co/2026BBBSurvey

A drone light display in the night sky above a crowded street, spelling out 'BIG BELMAR BASH' in red, white, and blue.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· Jul 7

🎟️ 2026-27 Season tickets for Lakewood Cultural Center Presents are ON SALE NOW! Secure the best seats today by locking in a custom ticket package. From jazz tributes to family musicals, world-class art is 15 mins from Denver. Get tickets: https://lkwd.co/LCCPresents

Promotional graphic for the Lakewood Cultural Center 2026-2027 season featuring images of performers and musicians.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· Jul 4

✨🎉 Happy 4th of July, Lakewood! 🎉✨ Friendly reminder: Fireworks are illegal in Lakewood (except for professional shows). Let’s celebrate responsibly and ensure a safe Fourth of July for everyone!

Drone light show forming the map of the USA with red, white, and blue lights against a night sky.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· Jul 4

We hope you enjoyed the show! Get home safely and happy 4th of July!

A drone light display in the night sky forming a map of the USA in red, white, and blue lights above a crowd.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· Jul 3

Get ready for the Big Belmar Bash starting at 5 p.m.! 😄 🎶 Dive into live music, fun kids’ activities, vendors and food trucks. Also enjoy a variety of shopping and dining options in Belmar. 👉 Visit https://lkwd.co/BigBelmarBash for full event details and join in the excitement!

A smiling stilt-walker in a red, white, and blue costume with large silver wings performing at an outdoor street festival.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· Jul 3

Lakewood city offices are closed today, July 3rd, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. Recreation center hours can be found here: https://lakewoodco.gov/RecHolidayHours

City of Lakewood offices closed July 3rd for Independence Day. Visit LakewoodCO.gov/RecHolidayHours for recreation facility hours.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· Jul 2

Due to high fire risk, the City of Lakewood has declared a Fire Ban for Lakewood’s parks and open space areas. ⚠️ 🔥 Fires of any kind, incl. charcoal grills and fire pits are NOT allowed during a ban. REMINDER: fireworks are not allowed in Lakewood. 👉 https://lkwd.co/FireRegulations

Graphic reading: FIRE BAN ISSUED FOR THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD
The City of Lakewood has declared a Fire Ban for Lakewood’s parks and open space areas.

Activities not allowed during a fire ban:
Fires of any kind, including but not limited to charcoal grills and fire pits.
Smoking, except in an enclosed vehicle or an area six feet in diameter that is barren or cleared of all combustible materials. All smoking materials must be discarded in approved containers.

REMINDER: fireworks of any kind ( including sparklers, Roman candles, sky lanterns or any other device containing an explosive substance) are never allowed in the City of Lakewood.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· Jul 2

Big Belmar Bash is TOMORROW (July 3rd)! 🎉🇺🇸 Get ready for Lakewood's biggest Independence Day drone show to light up the sky around 9:15PM. Before that, enjoy live bands, local vendors, food, drinks, and more starting at 5PM. Event details 👉 https://lkwd.co/BigBelmarBash

Promotional graphic for the Big Belmar Bash on July 3, from 5-10 p.m., at LakewoodCO.gov/BBB.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· Jul 1

Heritage Lakewood is turning 50 and we're celebrating with a birthday party. 🥳 Join us Sat., Aug. 1st from 4 - 8 PM for an evening of live music, class demonstrations, and access to the historic buildings at the park. 🎉 👉 More details: https://lkwd.co/HLBP50

Invitation for the Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park 50th birthday party on August 1st, from 4-8 p.m.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· Jul 1

Park highlight - Walker-Branch Park 🏞️ The cities of Edgewater and Lakewood invite you to this joint venture park that is home to volleyball, horseshoes, a skate park, playgrounds and picnic shelters. https://lkwd.co/WalkerBranchPark

A public park with a playground, swings, a pavilion, and mature trees under a cloudy sky.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· Jul 1

🔥 Wildfires can spread fast—make sure you get emergency alerts even faster. LookoutAlert delivers real-time wildfire warnings straight to your phone, email, or voicemail. Sign up now and stay prepared: https://lkwd.co/LookoutAlert

Promotional image for LookoutAlert featuring a smartphone displaying an emergency notification about fire danger next to vivid flames. Text encourages signing up for fire alerts at LookoutAlert.co. Powered by Smart911.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· Jun 30

Big Belmar Bash is just around the corner, Fri, July 3rd, 5 - 10 PM! The highlight of the night will be a spectacular drone light show, taking place at approximately 9:15 p.m., rain or shine. For the best views, check out our map! 👉 More details: https://lkwd.co/BigBelmarBash

A map of the Big Belmar Bash event showing street layouts, event zones, parking, and a key for amenities.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· Jun 30

Lend your skills to your community! Lakewood is seeking applicants to open boards and commissions seats. Deadline July 5. • Lakewood Advisory Commission • Design Review Commission • Historic Preservation Commission • Noxious Weed Advisory Board https://lkwd.co/GetOnBoard

A composite image showing a vintage shop front, a city council meeting, and people in a meeting, with Lakewood branding.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· Jun 30

Lakewood city offices will be closed on Friday, July 3rd, in observance of Independence Day. Recreation center hours can be found here: https://lakewoodco.gov/RecHolidayHours

City of Lakewood offices closed July 3rd for Independence Day. Check recreation facility hours at LakewoodCO.gov/RecHolidayHours.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· Jun 29

Want to make sure we're open before calling or visiting? 📆 Check out our holiday closures website. 👉 https://lkwd.co/holidayclosures

Exterior view of the Lakewood Civic Center, featuring a large red brick building with extensive glass windows and a prominent round entrance.

City of Lakewood, Colorado@lakewood· Jun 26

Get excited, the new Wright Park is now open! The newly improved space includes a neighborhood dog park for four-legged friends, a loop trail, 211 new trees to support Lakewood sustainability goals, and much more! https://lkwd.co/WrightParkVideo