Mark Your Calendar for September 21! Broomfield Days Celebrates the Best of Our Community

*All September 21 activities and events take place at Broomfield's Midway Park.

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Broomfield Days is more than just a one-day festival— it’s a beloved annual tradition filled with numerous activities designed to gather, entertain, showcase, and build pride.

While the pancakes, car show, parade, and incredible performances are all highlights of the main event on September 21, there are a few cherished traditions that take place ahead of the main event.

Golf for SRB

On Saturday, September 14, Senior Resources of Broomfield will host the annual Broomfield Days Golf Tournament at the beautiful Eagle Trace Golf Club. Check-in begins at 7:00 a.m., where participants can enjoy a breakfast burrito and coffee, followed by an 8:00 a.m. shotgun start in a modified scramble format. For sponsorship details or to register visit https://srb-broomfield-days-golf-tournament.perfectgolfevent.com/registration.

Bingo and Pancakes

To kick off Broomfield Days weekend, join friends and neighbors on Friday night, September 20, at 7:00 p.m. at the Girl Scout Shelter for the Rotary Club of Broomfield Crossing's annual BINGO night! Just 12 hours later, the Rotary Club returns to host a delicious pancake breakfast at 7:00 a.m. Bring the whole family—kids 5 and under eat free, ages 6-12 are only $6, and ages 13 and up are $12. Rotary re-opens the BINGO game at 7:00 p.m. Saturday night.

Clown Contest

Calling all little clowns of Broomfield! It’s time to clown around at the Kid’s Clown Contest! Dress up in your best clown outfit and head to the main stage for a morning of fun and laughter. Registration is free and starts at 7:15 a.m., but make sure a parent or guardian is present to sign you up. Kids will be grouped into three age divisions: 0-3 years, 4-6 years, and 7-9 years. The top two clowns in each group will win a brand-new bike! The contest will take place on the main stage from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Get ready to show off your clowning skills and make your silliness count!

Mayor’s Cup Race

Following the tasty community pancake breakfast comes the annual 2024 Broomfield Mayor’s Cup Race where runners of all ages and fitness levels line up to race the family 5K. Designed to bring the community together to promote health and fitness, the race kicks off at 8:20 a.m. on Midway Boulevard near the firehouse. Participants will follow a scenic route through Broomfield’s streets and bike paths and find themselves winding through the beautiful community park as their path leads them back over to Midway to get ready for the parade. In addition to the 5K race, there’s also the Broomfield Days Fun Run, a one-mile race down Midway Boulevard for those looking for a shorter, less competitive option. For those interested in joining the race or the FUN run, early registration is recommended as the event draws a large crowd. Register at https:// broomfield.org/600/Broomfield-Days-Race.

Parade

The Broomfield Days Parade is one of the highlights each and every year of Broomfield Days. Friends, neighbors, and families all line up on both sides of Midway to see their kids’ school, or a high school marching band, among a variety of entries, including floats from local organizations and community groups. The Parade is set to start at 9:30 a.m. and will make it to Midway Park by 10:00 a.m. Lifelong Broomfield resident, educator, and community supporter John Long is the Master of Ceremonies for Broomfield’s highly anticipated annual parade.

This year's Grand Marshal is Broomfield’s Renee Sereff, who has owned Sereff Tae-Kwon-Do for nearly 50 years. Renee, a Broomfield High School alumna and the school's second Homecoming queen, graduated in 1963. Her family, spanning four generations, continues to reside in Broomfield, proudly calling it home. Be sure to watch for Renee Sereff leading the parade in the first vehicle.

Food, Fun, and Entertainment

The performance stages at Broomfield Days will feature a wide variety of talented performers from across Broomfield, showcasing all ages and styles of music and dance. From amazing bands and pom squads to hula dancers and stunning performances from local talented dance studios, there's no shortage of entertainment. And, with concessions, a Beer Garden, and carnival games galore, there’s food and fun for everyone to enjoy. For a full schedule of events including the complete entertainment line-up visit: https://broomfield.org/601/Entertainment-and-Schedule.

Trade Fair

With an average of 30,000 attendees, it’s no surprise that securing a vendor booth at the largest gathering of the year is a hot ticket. By the start of summer, all vendor booths are booked, featuring local nonprofits, arts and crafts sellers, food vendors, and everything in between. Be sure to save some time to walk around and look at everything Broomfield days has to offer.

Bow Wow Broomfield and Dock Dogs

Bow Wow Broomfield is another popular event at Broomfield Days, dedicated to celebrating the community’s furry friends. It features a variety of dog-friendly activities, contests, and vendors catering to pets and their owners. We all love our dogs and we love that they have their own area at Broomfield Days. Let your pet showcase their jumping skills at the DockDogs Contest!

Dogs can compete in the Big Air competition, where they leap from a dock into a pool to see how far they can jump. They can also test their abilities in the Extreme Vertical Competition to see who jumps the highest or race against the clock in the Speed Retrieve event. All dogs are welcome to participate! Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 21, and Sunday, September 22, with the compe- tition kicking off at 9:00 a.m. each day. Whether your dog is a seasoned pro or a first-timer, they can compete alongside national champions. For more details, visit DockDogs®.

Car Show

Senior Resources of Broomfield also hosts the Broomfield Days Car Show at Broomfield Days. The 2024 SRB Broomfield Days Car Show will be held on the scenic grass at South Midway Park just West of Nativity of Our Lord Church in Broomfield. The annual event is a beloved part of Broomfield Days, drawing car enthusiasts from all over to showcase an impressive variety of classic and unique vehicles. All cars, makes and models are welcome. The car show isn't just a feast for the eyes; it also supports a great cause. All proceeds from the event will benefit Meals on Wheels and SRBCares Adult Programs, providing essential services to those in need within the community. Please note that the entrance to the car show will close at 8:30 a.m. sharp to allow the Broomfield Days Parade to commence smoothly.

Broomfield Days is all of this and much more – it is a Fall Festival of all good things about Broomfield. Mark your calendar today and don’t miss the fun! For the latest details on Broomfield Days, FAQs about parking and events, a map, and more information on any of the activities described here, visit www.broomfield.org.

Compiled by Missy Ruzicka and Tina Eichner. Photos by Pat Eichner.