The Denver Public Library invites you to celebrate Día del Niño! Día del Niño, or Day of the Child!, is a beloved celebration that began in Mexico in 1925 and takes place every April. It’s a special time to honor children, recognize their importance in our communities, and promote their happiness and well-being.
Join us for a series of fun-filled events across different library branches, featuring music, games, treats, and more:
Día del Niño Fiestas at DPL Branches from Tuesday March 31 – April 30, 2026
To learn more about each celebrations the Denver Public Libraries will be offering, please visit DPL LibCal Home – Denver Public Library
Día del Niño Celebration Schedule
Tuesday, March 31
• 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales Branch Library
Wednesday, April 15
• 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Bear Valley Branch Library
Saturday, April 18
• 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Athmar Park Branch Library
• 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Valdez-Perry Branch Library
Sunday, April 19
• 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Hadley Branch Library
Wednesday, April 22
• 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Woodbury Branch Library
Saturday, April 25
• 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Decker Branch Library
• 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Sam Gary Branch Library
• 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Hadley Branch Library
Sunday, April 26
• 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Children’s Library in the Golden Triangle (Central Library) – Neighborhood-wide celebration
• 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Virginia Village Branch Library
Thursday, April 30
• 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Lena Archuleta Branch Library
• 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Pauline Robinson Branch Library
At Community Events around the city
- Find the DPL Bookmobile around the city celebrating Día del Niño!
- Sunday, April 26 – Denver Museum of Nature of Science
- Sunday, May 3 – The Denver Zoo and Conservation Alliance