Brighton Urban Renewal Authority (BURA) today announced the installation of a new horse mural in the alleyway between Main Street and Cabbage Avenue. The mural is located on the north-facing wall of Dancer’s Edge Studio at 24 N. Main Street. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton is pleased to announce it has been awarded more than $3 million in funding from the Adams County Board of Commissioners (BoCC) as part of the fall 2025 Adams County Open Space Grant cycle. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton’s Eye for Art program is now accepting artist submissions for its 2026 Winter Showcase, to be held at Brighton City Hall (500 S. 4th Avenue). Artists are invited to submit their work by Dec. 19 for consideration in this three-month exhibit. www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton is excited to announce the launch of BOLT (Brighton On-Demand Local Transit), a new app-based, on-demand public transportation program that expands mobility options for residents and visitors. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton is excited to announce the official launch of BOLT (Brighton On-Demand Local Transit), a new app-based, on-demand transit program designed to expand transportation access for residents and visitors. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton is now accepting applications for its 2026 Brighton Creative Community Grants program. Each year, the city awards grants to support activities that strengthen economic development, fund special events, assist cultural arts programs ... www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

Jupiter Bach and the Brighton EDC are proud to announce the grand opening of a new Jupiter Bach assembly site in Brighton. This new facility represents Denmark-based Jupiter Bach’s further commitment to supporting the renewable energy industry in North America. www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton’s Michael Woodruff Municipal Service Center was honored as the best Structure in a Medium Community during the 2025 American Public Works Association’s Colorado Chapter Awards on Oct. 21. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton’s Parks and Recreation Department will host the 41st Annual Turkey Trot Run/Walk Race on Saturday, Nov. 22, at 8:30 a.m. at the Brighton Recreation Center pavilions (555 N. 11th Avenue). Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

Brighton City Council adopted the 2026 budget at the Oct. 21 City Council meeting. The vote approved $279,681,910 across all 15 of the city’s operating, capital, and utility funds. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

Back-to-back holiday weekend celebrations will be coming to Brighton with the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 6 and the Festival of Lights Parade on Saturday, Dec. 13. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The Brighton City Museum, in partnership with the Brighton Japanese American Association (BJAA), will host the second annual Japanese Culture Fest on Saturday, Sept. 27, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the south lawn of Historic City Hall (22 S. 4th Avenue). Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton is thrilled to present a special fall edition of our Flix & Kicks series — Spooky Saturday! Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

Elmwood Cemetery will host its 12th annual Cemetery Walk on Saturday, Oct. 11, 1-3:30 p.m. at the cemetery, located at 14800 Old Brighton Road. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton is working to determine the material of water service lines in homes and businesses built before 1960. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton has received the U.S. Department of Energy’s Charging Smart Bronze Designation for advancing policies that facilitate the expansion of electric vehicles (EVs) and EV charging infrastructure.  Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton is pleased to announce it has been awarded more than $4 million in funding from the Adams County Board of Commissioners (BoCC) as part of the spring 2025 Adams County Open Space Grant cycle. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton will host its annual Art in the Park festival on Saturday, Sept. 6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Carmichael Park (650 E. Southern Street). Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

Are you interested in serving your community? City Council nomination packets will be available on Tuesday, Aug. 5 in the City Clerk’s office, located on the fourth floor of City Hall (500 S. 4th Avenue). Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton is seeking workshop presenters for the 2025 Image Summit, a premier event dedicated to empowering young people across Colorado to become active community members and use their voices to impact government. www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton is seeking applicants for the inaugural Sustainability Advisory Board. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

Brighton City Council will host their annual City Barbecue on Thursday, July 17 from 5:30 - 8 p.m. at Carmichael Park (650 E. Southern Street). This event will mark Brighton’s 138th birthday. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The Brighton community is encouraged to celebrate Bike to Work Day at Bike Brighton’s “Bike-In Breakfast Burrito Bash” on Wednesday, June 25, 7-9 a.m. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton Utilities Department has established a clear roadmap for the future with a newly adopted five-year strategic plan designed to guide the department through 2030. Learn more: brightonco.gov/3292/Utiliti...

The City of Brighton’s annual Fourth of July festival will be held on Friday, July 4 at 5 p.m. at Carmichael Park (650 E. Southern Street). Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The Brighton community is invited to attend the Sable Boulevard Design Public Meeting on Thursday, June 12 at 6 p.m. at the Adams County Government Center (4430 S. Adams County Parkway). Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton is excited to announce the launch of its 2025 Brighton Civic Academy, an eight-week program designed to foster civic engagement and empower residents with a comprehensive understanding of key city departments. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton’s Open Space Division is once again partnering with Goat Bros LLC to bring 300 goats back to the Ken Mitchell Open Space on Sunday, June 1, for noxious weed control, wildfire mitigation, and regenerative grazing. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton is excited to host another year of its popular outdoor “Flix and Kicks” movie and concert series this summer. All movies begin at 7 p.m. at Carmichael Park following a kids’ activity at 5:30 p.m. Concert times and locations vary. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony on May 19 to celebrate the grand opening of Cherry Meadows Park, a water-conscious, 4.38-acre neighborhood park located at 1651 Zeno Street. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton is excited to launch a new on-demand transit service this Fall—and we need your help to name it! Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton’s Growing Grads program will host two half-day bootcamps for the Young Entrepreneurs Program on Tuesday, June 24 and Wednesday, June 25 at Brighton City Hall (500 S. 4th Avenue). Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton is joining communities across North America in celebrating Drinking Water Week, May 4-10. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton Employee Charities (BEC), in partnership with Brighton Ford, has selected three recipients for scholarships this year. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

Beginning May 6, residents will be able to check out handheld air quality monitors from the Anythink Brighton library, offering a simple and accessible way to learn more about local air quality conditions and promote environmental awareness. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The U.S. Green Building Council, the leading authority on green building and the global developer of the LEED green building program, has announced that the City of Brighton is one of 16 local governments selected to participate in the 2025 LEED for Cities Cohort.  www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

Food, music, family-friendly fun and more are coming to the City’s biggest community festival, Brighton Summerfest, on Saturday, June 7, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Carmichael Park (650 E. Southern Street). Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

Tune up your bicycles for Bike Brighton’s 2025 Full Moon Bike Rides, happening April 12 through September 7. All rides other than the Ride of Silence begin at 6 p.m. following sign-ups from 5:30-6 p.m. at Brighton City Hall. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton has introduced a new, fully integrated virtual assistant, Brightly, developed in partnership with Citibot, a leader in AI-powered chat solutions for local government. This automated assistant is available 24/7 on the city website and via text: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

Brighton City Council on Tuesday approved a $2.93 million change order with Brannan Sand and Gravel, LLC, to support the completion of the Bridge Street widening project. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The Brighton Youth Commission will host its 14th annual SPEAK (Suicide Prevention, Education, Awareness and Knowledge) Week, April 28 - May 3. SPEAK begins with a week of educational activities with students and culminates with a 5K community walk. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton recently received the Community Leadership Award during the Drive Clean Colorado Stakeholder Awards Ceremony, which recognized outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of clean transportation. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

What's your vision for the Brighton Core City Circulation Plan? Help us improve transportation options and safety along Bridge Street and access to Brighton's historic downtown. Take the survey, pin the map and learn more at engage.drcog.org/brighton-circulation-plan

The City of Brighton will host its annual Art in the Park festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 6, at Carmichael Park (650 Southern Street).  Those artists interested in showcasing and selling their artwork can visit www.brightonartinthepark.com.

Get ready for low-water gardening made easy! The City of Brighton Utilities Department has once again partnered with conservation nonprofit Resource Central to offer Brighton residents the Garden In A Box Program. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

Are you passionate about the future of Brighton’s downtown? Do you want to have a say in shaping its future? If so, we invite you to join us for the Visions of a Brighter Downtown open house on Tuesday, March 25. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

Mayor Gregory Mills and City Manager Michael Martinez reflected on 2024 and looked ahead to the future of Brighton during the 2025 State of the City Address today at The Armory Performing Arts Center. A video of the event will be available online in the near future.

REMINDER: Brighton Mayor Gregory Mills and City Manager Michael Martinez will present the 2025 State of the City address today at noon. To watch the event live, please visit youtube.com/live/tlvAFvh....

The City of Brighton and Brothers Redevelopment, Inc. are accepting applications for the 20th Annual Help for Homes community project. The program brings volunteers and neighbors together to paint or fix up homes needing minor exterior repairs. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....

The City of Brighton will begin construction on the Colorado Front Range Trail (CFRT) Veteran’s Park Trail Connection on Monday, Feb. 17. The project will expand the trail system by adding 400 feet of new trail along the right of way on Bridge Street. Learn more: www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts....