Musicians range from 6 to 17 years old and play a variety of instruments including piano, violin and harp. Admission is free. Under new leadership since 1999, Director Jim Palmer has infused new energy and tried to balance forums by offering more that appeal to college students while still drawing the general public. More than 100 speakers jet to Boulder at their own expense to participate. Call ahead for session topics, or just wander into the University Memorial Center to pick up a schedule and slip into one of the many discussions.
Admission is free.
Get ready for fifes, drums, flags and equestrian teams. VFW Post 1771 sponsors this state parade, which was founded to counter communism's May Day celebrations. It starts at 10 AM on the Saturday closest to May 1, heading south from Public Road to Waneka Parkway. At the judging booth, contestants attempt undue influence through skits and bribes . Watching the parade is, of course, free.