🎭 A kid-friendly theater pick for this week in Arvada

2/3/2026 What's Happenin' Team Arvada
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🎟️ A morning at the theater, Arvada-style

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Happy Wednesday, Arvada!

If your February calendar needs something easy, fun, and kid-approved, this one is worth a look. It is short, upbeat, and designed with younger audiences in mind. Keep reading to see why this show has been filling seats all week.

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🎭 Junie B. Jones takes the stage in Arvada

🎭 Junie B. Jones takes the stage in Arvada

If you have a kid who loves big personalities, funny moments, and stories that feel a lot like real school life, Junie B. Jones, The Musical is a solid pick this week.

Based on the beloved book series by Barbara Park, this one-hour musical follows Junie B. on her very first day of first grade, where nothing goes quite the way she expects. New friends, new rules, new glasses, and plenty of Junie-style problem solving make this a fast-paced show that keeps younger audiences engaged without feeling long.

The production is designed with students in mind and hits on themes like confidence, teamwork, resilience, and learning how to speak up for yourself. It is recommended for Kindergarten through 5th grade and works just as well for classrooms as it does for families looking for a daytime outing.

Show details

• 📍 Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd

• ⏰ Daily performances at 10:00–11:00 am

• 🗓️ Running now through February 15

• 🎟️ Tickets start at $19

Short, energetic, and genuinely kid-friendly, this is an easy yes if you are looking to mix a little live theater into your February plans.

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Wednesday, February 4

Family Ties: Continuing the Creative Legacy - Arvada Center, Arvada | Wednesday, February 04, 2026 , 10:00am-7:00pm | Ticketed
Active Adult - Foot Care Clinic - Community Recreation Center, Arvada | Wednesday, February 04, 2026 , 9:00am-1:00pm | Ticketed
Hot Wax and Pint Night at Odyssey Beerwerks - Odyssey Beerwerks, Arvada | Wednesday, February 04, 2026 , 5:00pm-8:00pm | Ticketed

Thursday, February 5

Addiction Parents & Partners Support Group - Originating Location, Arvada | Thursday, February 05, 2026 , 5:30pm-6:30pm | Ticketed
Family Ties: Continuing the Creative Legacy - Arvada Center, Arvada | Thursday, February 05, 2026 , 10:00am-7:00pm | Ticketed
Apres Ski Sunset Paint and Sip - Arvada Beer Garden, Arvada | Thursday, February 05, 2026 , 6:00pm-8:00pm | Ticketed

Want more? See the full calendar → Arvada Event Calendar

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🎬 Curtain call

Live theater does not always have to mean a late night or a long runtime. This is one of those easy wins that fits neatly into a weekday or weekend morning. More Arvada picks for families and kids coming up soon.

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