DENVER Every weekend, Denver7 compiles a list of some fun events you might enjoy. Here are our picks for the 7 best things to do in the Denver metro area and beyond this weekend. Have a fun event youd like to showcase? Send an email to [email protected].    Celebrate Western heritage at Buffalo Days in Grand LakeA longstanding celebration of Western heritage featuring parade floats, a cornhole tournament, live performances and a barbecue feast. This free, family-friendly festival runs all weekend in the mountain town of Grand Lake. Click here for more information.2.    Free outdoor music awaits at Levitt Pavilion DenverNew Orleans Rebirth Brass Band performs a free outdoor concert at Levitt Pavilion in Denver on Friday, Aug. 14. Theyll be introduced by Denver7s own Shannon Ogden and Lionel Bienvenue. On Sunday, Aug. 16, Silverada takes the stage with Blake Brown the American Dust Choir. These shows are part of the venue's free summer concert series. Denver7 is a proud partner of Levitt Pavilion. For more information or to RSVP, click here.3.    Golden Fine Arts Festival offers art, live entertainment, food and drinkA tradition for over 30 years, the Golden Fine Arts Festival is a prestigious juried art show held in the heart of historic downtown Golden, Colorado. Located just 20 minutes west of Metro Denver, this free, two-day event features art, live entertainment, local food vendors and refreshing libations. Click here to learn more.4.    Enjoy peaches, music and more at the Fort Collins Peach FestivalThe Fort Collins Peach Festival is a community celebration featuring fresh peaches, peach-inspired treats, live music, food trucks, local vendors, craft beer and family-friendly activities. Presented by the Rotary Clubs of Northern Colorado, the festival serves as a fundraiser that supports local nonprofit organizations and community initiatives throughout northern Colorado. Admission is $10. Learn more at the Fort Collins Peach Festival website.5.    Brightly colored lanterns light the night at Bright Nights at Four MileThis family-friendly lantern festival returns to Denvers Four Mile Historic Park, featuring larger-than-life illuminated sculptures, interactive displays and immersive experiences across the parks historic grounds. Guests can stroll through vibrant themed worlds inspired by nature, wildlife and imagination while enjoying food trucks, special activities and photo opportunities. Tickets range from $15 to $30. Click here to learn more and purchase tickets.6.    Hunt for mushrooms at the Telluride Mushroom FestivalThe Telluride Mushroom Festival is about all things fungal. From now through Sunday, learn from other mushroom enthusiasts, experts, and scientists through lectures on treatment using psilocybin-containing mushrooms, cooking classes, or hikes as you go on mushroom hunting excursions and learn about all the types of mushrooms hiding in your backyard. For a full schedule of events and ticket information, click here.7.    Experience live music at altitude at the Rapidgrass Bluegrass Festival in Idaho SpringsThis family-friendly mountain music festival brings together bluegrass, folk and Americana artists for a weekend of live performances in Idaho Springs, Colo. Set against a scenic Rocky Mountain backdrop at the top of the Argo Tram, the festival features two days of music, food and drink vendors, and a welcoming community atmosphere for music lovers of all ages. Learn more and purchase tickets at Rapidgrass Bluegrass Festival. ...read more read less