THE GOVERNOR'S NEWSLETTER

July 21, 2025

Celebrating Colorado’s 150th Birthday: A Reminder to Submit the Survey on Proposed Pedestrian Walkway at State Capitol by Midnight, July 21st

This is a friendly reminder to please fill out our survey by midnight tonight, July 21st, about the best way to celebrate Colorado’s 150th Birthday in 2026. This survey allows Coloradans to make our voices heard, and share thoughts and opinions on how to celebrate Colorado’s Sesquicentennial.

As a reminder, Coloradans who want to make their voices heard should complete a survey response by midnight on July 21st.

Colorado’s Sesquicentennial celebration is for every Coloradan, and I believe it is important that Coloradans have a say in how the state celebrates this historic milestone, or if we celebrate it at all.

The survey provides an opportunity for Coloradans to share opinions on if the state should proceed with the proposed Colorado 150 Pedestrian Walkway , as planned or at a smaller scale, if the state should focus instead on making improvements to the park without a walkway, if the state should explore other opportunities to celebrate the state’s art, culture and history in other parts of the state, or if Coloradans want to celebrate the state’s Sesquicentennial at all.

This historic space by the State Capitol is, and always will be, for everyone, so I think it's important that Coloradans are able to voice our opinions about the space and how it can be best used by the most people.

Link to Pedestrian Walkway Survey

Join Us to Celebrate Colorado Starting July 25th, 2025

I am thrilled to announce the return of Celebrate Colorado from Friday, July 25th through Sunday, August 3rd, 2025!

To join Celebrate Colorado, we encourage you to submit a free event in your community taking place between July 25th and August 3rd, 2025, or you can submit a special discount or free community event created specifically for Celebrate Colorado.

If you are interested in attending Celebrate Colorado, please visit our website to find ways to get out and Celebrate Colorado.

As we lead up to Colorado’s 150th birthday in 2026, the Governor’s Office encourages all Coloradans to get out into their communities and enjoy the best our state has to offer. Celebrate Colorado is an annual statewide celebration that is part of our ongoing efforts to save Coloradans money, support local businesses, and ensure every Coloradan can thrive.

EVENTS & NEWS CORNER

Celebrate Colorado Day!

🌟Colorado Governor’s Residence - August 1st, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Join us for a free tour of the Governor’s Residence at the Boettcher Mansion in celebration of Colorado Day.

🌟Colorado State Capitol - August 1st, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Celebrate Colorado's 149th Birthday at the Colorado State Capitol, with performances, pets, snacks, and cake! Festivities are from 10am to 3pm!

🌟Denver Union Station - August 1st, 4:00 PM - 9:00

Celebrate Colorado history with the inaugural Colorado Day Celebration on Friday, Aug. 1st, highlighting and honoring our state’s rich history and the vital role Denver Union Station plays as the travel and community hub for our Capitol City.

🌟History Colorado - August 2nd, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Celebrate Colorado with a free event at the History Colorado Center! Arts and crafts, live performances, and snacks are just the tip of the snow cone at this carnivalesque gathering fit for an entire state.

🌟Center for Colorado Women's History - August 2nd, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Ring in Colorado’s 149th birthday with a free celebration at the Center for Colorado Women’s History! Live performances, art and food vendors, vintage collaging, and games will be available outside in the gardens surrounding the museum. Inside, guests can enjoy free General Admission to the museum.

A blue flyer with a picture of the Governor's Mansion that reads "Governor's Residence Tours: Free Entry on Friday, August 1st and 2nd from 10am-2pm: Join us for a free tour of the Governor's Residence at the Boettcher Mansion at 400 E 8th Ave. Denver, CO 80203."

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Policy Analyst - Housing, Insurance, and Transportation

Office of the Governor Intern

Health Policy Advisor - Office of the Lieutenant Governor

Deputy Legal Counsel

PREVIOUS NEWSLETTERS

Announcing A Survey on Colorado 150 Pedestrian Walkway (July 16)
Happy 4th of July, Colorado! (July 3)
Celebrating the End of the 2025 Bill Signing Tour (June 9)
Standing Against Antisemitism and Hate (June 4)
Unveiling Renderings for New Pedestrian Walkway (May 23)
Delivering Real Results During the Successful 2025 Legislative Session (May 8)

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