NoNo's Cafe

Are you looking for some water-themed fun and attractions? Look no further than Water World, America's largest water park. With over 50 water rides, slides, and attractions on over 70 beautifully landscaped acres, this park promises big thrills for the whole family. Water World is part of the Hyland Hills Park and Recreation District and first opened in August 1979 with the state's first two waterslides, the Bonzai Pipeline. The park is known as the "Water Coaster Capital of Colorado" and boasts three thrilling coasters, a giant wave pool, white-water rapids, speed slides, the world-famous Voyage to the Center of the Earth, and the new Alpine Springs area. Turtle Bay and Wally World are also welcome for tots, private bungalows and cabanas, free parking, and picnics.

Come and stroll through the Golden Fine Arts Festival, an open-air art gallery showcasing the works of over 140 talented artists. Browse various quality paintings, ceramics, fiber arts, glass, jewelry, mixed media, photography, and sculptures on display. Art enthusiasts are encouraged to shop and help spread the word about the incredible talent of local artists. The event has a rich community tradition and a well-established reputation and features over 100 artist booth spaces. Artists are selected through a competitive jury process overseen by art professionals. More than half of the participating artists usually travel to Golden from outside Colorado.

Planes, trains, and automobiles are displayed at the Forney Museum of Transportation. With over 500 exhibits showcasing various antique cars, carriages, railcars, cabooses, fire engines, aircraft, motorcycles, bicycles, tricycles, and Denver's only cable car, visitors will find something interesting. The Forney Museum of Transportation boasts a unique collection of over 800 artifacts related to historical transportation. It all began 67 years ago with a single 1921 Kissel but quickly expanded to include vehicles of all kinds. Today, the museum features vehicles, buggies, motorcycles, steam locomotives, aircraft, carriages, rail equipment, fire apparatus, public transportation, sleighs, bicycles, toys & diecast models, vintage apparel, and more.