What’s Up Colorado: lion dances, costumed pups, dreamy gardens and ice-carving magic

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Here are four can’t-miss events. Whether you want a big night out in Denver, a little home-and-garden motivation, an adorably chaotic dog parade or a reason to wander a mountain town and watch artists work. 

Celebrate the Lunar New Year! (Year of the Horse) 

Celebrate the Lunar New Year at the Far East Center in Denver’s Little Saigon on Feb. 21-22 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It’s free and family-friendly, with lion and dragon dances, cultural performances, a kids cultural fashion show parade, plus food trucks, local eats, vendors and shopping. Grab the family and head to 333 S. Federal Blvd. for two days of Year of the Horse fun. For details, visit https://www.facebook.com/fareastcenter

Colorado Garden & Home Show (ends Sunday) 

If your Pinterest boards are begging to become reality, this is your sign. The Colorado Garden & Home Show runs through Sunday at the Colorado Convention Center with immersive feature gardens, hands-on workshops, hundreds of experts, a kids area and show-only deals.
When: Through Sunday
Where: Colorado Convention Center
Info :www.ColoradoGardenandHomeShow.com 

Frisco’s Mardi Gras 4Paws dog parade (yes, you should go) 

Frisco’s Mardi Gras 4Paws parade steps off at noon Saturday, and it’s exactly what it sounds like: costumed dogs, their people and a street party. It benefits Hope for Animals, supporting rescue, shelter and public education efforts.
When: Saturday, noon
Where: Frisco
Registration/info: https://www.townoffrisco.com/ 

Cripple Creek Ice Festival (through Sunday) 

Want something free and genuinely cool? The Cripple Creek Ice Festival continues through Sunday with professional ice sculptors carving live along the streets. Winners are announced Sunday at 1 p.m., but the best part is watching the sculptures take shape in real time.
When: Through Sunday (winners announced Sunday at 1 p.m.)
Where: Cripple Creek
More info: https://www.cityofcripplecreek.com/marketing-events/page/2026-ice-festival

If you go to any of these, tell us what you’re doing this weekend—especially if your dog is wearing beads!