“Progress of Flight” Mosaic Mural from Stapleton Airport

Step into the future of aviation at Air n’ Space-A-Palooza as we bring together aerospace companies for a day of hands-on STEAM exploration!

At this exciting annual event, we’re featuring our usual experiences, plus new and educational activities*, including:

• The thrill of flight simulators
• Live and interactive science demonstrations
• Meet-and-greets with flight schools
• Watch aircraft fly in and out on our tarmac
• And more!

The best part is, this event is completely FREE! 

Don’t miss out on this day of family-friendly fun!

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*Weather permitting. Activities and participants are subject to change.

Experience the movie where pilots turned into humanity’s last line of defense.

Watch Independence Day surrounded by historic aircraft and discover how one of Hollywood’s most iconic sci-fi films changed the genre forever. Whether you’re a longtime fan or seeing it for the first time, this special 13+ experience will keep you on the edge of your seat!

Enjoy:

• Expert Q&A – Hear from fighter pilots about the film’s iconic flying scenes. What does the movie get right about flying F-18s, and where does it go wrong?
• The Skies Above Lowry – Learn about UFO sightings in our neighborhood and how the government ultimately classified them.
• UAPs on the Radar Screen – Browse a collection of explained and unexplained phenomena attributed to UAPs
• Craft – Dive into Early Modern depictions of a celestial phenomenon that ufologists attribute to extraterrestrials. Make your own!
• Movie Plane Scavenger Hunt – Find the planes in our museum that appear in Independence Day. Return your scavenger hunt for the chance to win a prize.
• Cosplay – You’re out of this world. Time to flaunt it. Show up in your best extraterrestrial attire.
• FREE Popcorn – That’s right, you heard it here first, folks! Free popcorn for everyone! (Other concessions are available for purchase)

Don’t miss out on this unique cinema experience! And be sure to bring your comfiest camp chairs, all welcome!

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Doors open at 7 p.m. with the movie starting promptly at 8 p.m.

Get an inside look at warbirds and start your Saturday with tasty food, aircraft, and classic cars at our monthly Breakfast Fly-In!*

There is no better place to learn about unique vehicles, where we are featuring special activities on top of our usual events, including:

• Learn about airplanes and their combat missions
• Explore a variety of rare cars
• Participate in STEAM activities
• Meet-and-greets with pilots
• Watch aircraft fly in and out on our tarmac

Don’t miss out on this fun, family-friendly opportunity!

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Pilots – Fly in for free breakfast! For tie-down space, contact Flight@WingsMuseum.org or 303.360.5360 ext. 160.

Food Truck: Cruz In & Eat

*Weather permitting. Aircraft and activities are subject to change. Food is not included with admission.