Things to do in March
As spring approaches, feel the warmth of March and dive into local festivities!
Upcoming Events
Plan ahead. Buy tickets, sign up online, or do a little research before attending these events and activities.
Cheers Aurora
When: All Year
Where: Find participating breweries here
We're celebrating a round with Cheers Aurora and the best brews in town! Discover new breweries, sip at your favorites, and uncover new flavors. Collecting virtual stamps at each stop for the chance to win exciting prizes like the exclusive Cheers Aurora Chalice, gift cards to one of the participating breweries, and a complimentary stay at the Gaylord Rockies! Prizes change each quarter.
With a collectible 2025 Cheers Aurora pint glass and a custom map, you'll embark on a city-wide journey, sippin' the best brews and ciders Aurora offers. Learn more about participating HERE. This is the perfect way to shop for hops and find your next favorite pour!
March Speaker Series
Where: Aurora History Museum | Directions
Explore Colorado’s past from fossil leaves to jetpacks at Aurora History Museum’s March Speaker Series. Dive into paleobotany and dinosaurs, the hidden histories of Aurora–Denver cemeteries, trailblazing LGBTQ milestones, the unrealized “Science Fiction Land,” and a 1968 floral workers’ strike, led by experts from DMNS, Morrison Natural History Museum, History Colorado, and acclaimed local historians. Click here for a full list of all the talks.
Turning over a new [fossil] leaf: Colorado’s Paleobotanical Discoveries
When: March 11
Where: Aurora History Museum | Directions
Join Dr. Gussie Maccracken for a fascinating look at new discoveries in Colorado’s fossilized flora. See how plant fossils reveal the ancient forests that once covered the state and hear about the research she is currently conducting at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science.
Colorado LGBTQ History
When: March 21
Where: Aurora History Museum | Directions
Did you know the first same-sex marriage license in the United States was issued in Colorado? Aaron Marcus, curator of History Colorado’s “Rainbows and Revolutions” exhibit, will share a presentation on LGBTQIA+ figures and movements in Colorado’s history.
Aurora's Science Fiction Land
When: March 25
Where: Aurora History Museum | Directions
Discover Aurora’s most imaginative “what if.” Keith Outcelt brings to life the story of the wildest theme park that was never built, featuring futuristic rides and even security guards on jetpacks. Learn about this fascinating chapter of Aurora’s unrealized history.
St. Patrick’s Day
When: March 14
Where: Town Center at Aurora | Directions
Get ready to shamrock and roll at the Town Center at Aurora this St. Patrick’s Day! Join this fun-filled celebration packed with Irish flair, featuring captivating Irish step performances by the Celtic Steps and toe-tapping tunes from the Queen City Rovers. Quench your thirst with complimentary beer served by Helga’s Haus Bier Garden because what's St. Patrick’s Day without a little green-flavored fun? But that's not all – there's face painting and a host of other exciting activities to enjoy! Make sure to mark your calendar for this jampacked event, and don’t forget to wear your best shade of green!
Photos with Bunny
When: March 20 - April 4
Where: Town Center at Aurora | Directions
Meet the Easter Bunny is a family photo experience at Town Center at Aurora, where kids and parents can capture professional photos with the Bunny in a festive, safe setting, perfect for a first-time snapshot or a beloved spring tradition. Check the reservation site for daily hours.
High School Musical
When: March 13 - 15
Where: The People's Building | Directions
See it live and local: On the first day back at East High, cliques regroup, until basketball captain Troy and new student Gabriella audition for Ms. Darbus’s musical, upending the “status quo” and inspiring everyone to shine.
See all the events happening this month at The People's Building here.
CJRO Presents: The Beatles Songbook Featuring pianist Annie Booth & Marion Powers on vocals
When: March 1
Where: The Aurora Fox | Directions
Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra presents The Beatles Songbook, a timeless hits reimagined in jazz, led by Annie Booth with vocals by Marion Powers. Hear Mother Nature’s Son with a train beat, Let It Be as a gospel waltz, and Something with a samba groove. A fresh, intimate night where the Beatles meet jazz.
Bella Bella
When: March 3 - 18
Where: Vintage Theatre | Directions
Playwright Harvey Fierstein takes on New York City’s very own political firebrand, Bella Abzug, in his new raucous, heart-rending, and absurdly humorous solo show. Set in 1976, on the eve of her bid to become New York State’s first female Senator, Bella Bella finds this larger-than-life, truth-slinging, groundbreaking, hat-wearing icon squirreled away in the bathroom of a midtown hotel, awaiting that night’s election results, while a coterie of family and celebs await her entrance.
Aurora Polar Plunge & 5k
When: March 28
Where: Aurora Reservoir | Directions
Ready to take the ultimate plunge? Brace the cold and join the Polar Plunge at the Aurora Reservoir! If you want to get active this season, join the Aurora Polar Plunge & 5K for a heart-pumping run and walk. You won't be freezin' without a reason, though; this fun event is to support over 23,000 Special Olympics Colorado athletes!
Things to Do All Month
The following will be open throughout March, making it easy to plan your laid-back adventures in Aurora.
Support Women-Owned Businesses
March is Women’s History Month! Celebrate it in Aurora, CO by backing the women shaping our city. From cafés and boutiques to fitness studios, makers, and services, our guide to women-owned businesses makes it easy to shop, dine, and book experiences that amplify female entrepreneurship. Explore the list, discover new favorites, and make supporting women in Aurora a year-round habit.
Embrace a Winter Hike
Enjoy a winter hike on Aurora's popular trails or enjoy a cup of coffee on one of the benches along the path. If you have a mountain bike, it would also be a perfect place for a winter bike ride. After fresh snow, consider packing your snowshoes for a hiking adventure. If you’re craving more exploration, dive into our blog for more trails that are perfect for a refreshing hike.
March Side Quest
Conquer La Plaza by hitting at least three different food vendors (one savory, one sweet, one drink) and leave with a new favorite! Tag us (@VisitAurora) in your adventures on social media for a chance to be featured!
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