Colorado’s Largest Scuba Event!

Friday May 15 | Saturday May 16 | Sunday May 17, 2026

Join us for great new products, presentations, programs, prizes and more!

Friday, May 15: (10:30am – 6:00pm) In store sale starts
Saturday, May 16: (10:00am – 5:00pm) Sale, events, presentations, activities
Sunday, May 17: (10:00am – 5:00pm) Sale, events, presentations, activities
GRAND PRIZE DRAWINGS
Sunday, May 17 beginning at 3:00pm
Must be present to win

Event Highlights

  • BEST prices of the year

  • SALE starts Friday May 15

  • FREE Try Scuba Experiences on Saturday and Sunday!

  • WIN one of thousands of $$ worth of travel and equipment prizes

  • FREE travel and equipment presentations by the pros

  • FREE Hot Dogs & Lemonade

  • GRAND PRIZE DRAWINGS begin at 3pm on Sunday (must be present to win)

Make Waves for Veterans — LIVE AUCTION FOR A TRIP TO COZUMEL – HELP VETERANS HEAL THROUGH EXPLORATION AND ADVENTURE!

Veterans Exploration Therapy is a Colorado-based nonprofit that empowers veterans, service members, and families to explore wilderness and therapeutic pathways through outdoor recreation. Every dollar raised from this auction goes directly to helping veterans and their families heal through adventure.

Every dollar raised from this auction supports Veterans Exploration Therapy, giving veterans the chance to reconnect, heal, and push past their barriers through outdoor adventure. Your next great escape could be the start of someone else’s healing journey — so bid big, bid often, and know you’re changing lives with every dollar!

WINNER WILL RECEIVE an amazing 7-night trip at the all-inclusive Hotel Cozumel in Cozumel, Mexico! Enjoy 5 days of two-tank morning dives courtesy of Dive Paradise.

Hotel Cozumel is a stone’s throw from the heart of the island, where music, gastronomy and the Caribbean spirit abound. Go for a dip in the turquoise sea or catch some rays on the white sand, enjoy top-class service and explore some of the world’s best dive sites.

Valued at $2,800

Hotel Cozumel in Cozumel, Mexico

HOW TO BID

The online auction opens Monday, May 11, at 9:00 AM and closes Sunday, May 17, at 2:00 PM sharp. THE MINIMUM BID IS $500

Not only do you get an incredible trip, but the higher this auction goes, the more lives we can touch — so bid boldly, knowing you’re making a real difference with every dollar! Let’s turn this incredible trip into something even more powerful: a community standing up for those who served.

YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE PRESENT TO WIN

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TRY SCUBA DIVING……. FOR FREE

Bring a friend, neighbor, relative, loved one (anyone) and let us treat them to the fun, freedom and excitement of scuba diving. Offered 11 am – 2 pm each day.
*Please only non-certified divers and one experience per person for the weekend.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

  • Participant must be at least 10 years of age
  • All children (under 18) will need to have a parent or legal guardian present during the experience.
  • Each participant will need to complete the forms using the following links
    • Required Course Documents
    • VERY IMPORTANT – regarding the Diver Medical/Participant Questionnaire.If there is a YES response to questions 3, 5, or 10 on page 1 of the Diver Medical form or to ANY of the questions on page 2, the participant will need to sign and date the Participant’s Signature on page 1 AND take all three pages of the Participant Questionnaire to their physician for a medical evaluation.  Their medical professional must approve, date, and sign page three, the Medical Examiner’s Evaluation Form, and include their medical credentials MD, DO, NP, RN, PA, etc., with their signature.                     UNFORTUNATELY, THE PARTICIPANT WILL NOT BE ABLE TO ENTER THE WATER, FOR EITHER PROGRAM, UNTIL THE PROPER DOCUMENTS HAVE BEEN COMPLETED, SIGNED, AND REVIEWED FOR ACCURACY BY YOUR INSTRUCTOR.

For additional information or if you have any questions, please call us at 303-789-2450.

Try Scuba Diving

PRIZES, PRIZES AND MORE PRIZES!

Door prizes, travel prizes, giveaways and more. So many great opportunities to win!

Presentation Prizes

As you enter the various presentations, you will be provided a drawing card. Once the presentation has ended, there will be one or more door prize drawings. The collected cards will be placed in the bin for the Grand Prize drawings at 3pm on Sunday.

Sorry, cards will not be handed out once the presentation begins and will not be collected until the presentation ends.

Equipment and Travel Prizes

As you enter the tent, one of our greeters will provide you with a drawing card. Simply complete the card and return it to the greeter. It will be placed into a special bin for the Grand Prize Drawings on Sunday starting at 3pm.

Rules apply cards must be filled out completely and legibly, you must be present to win and there is a limit of one entry card per person per day.

Win a trip to Indonesia – Passport to Paradise!

9 nights with up to 15 dives at Murex Resorts. Enjoy 3 nights at Murex Manado, 3 nights at Murex Bangka and 3 nights at Lembeh Resort, and all meals and snacks.

Valued at $2,963

As you enter the tent one of our greeters will provide you with an event questionnaire.  Simply locate the professional representative for the destination, equipment or training organization, and ask them for the correct answer.  Once complete, return to the greeter station and one of the greeters will check your answers for accuracy.  Kind of like the days of handing your homework to the teacher but this is more fun!  Your completed questionnaire will be placed in a designated box.  The prize drawing, and announced winner, will be during the Sunday 3pm Grand Prize drawings.

The winner must be present to win and must be at least 18 years of age. ID verification may be required.

Buy One, Get One Trip to Fiji!

7 night dive vacation at Volivoli Resorts. Enjoy five days of diving, meals and transfers.

You’ll receive an entry card for each travel presentation you attend. The more presentations you attend, the more times you will be entered and the better your chances to win. The winners name will be announced during the Sunday 3pm Grand Prize drawings. Sorry, cards will not be handed out once the presentation begins and will not be collected until the presentation ends.

Rules apply cards must be filled out completely and legibly, you must be present to win and must be at least 18 years of age. ID verification may be required.

Win a Shearwater Peregrine TX Computer

Valued at $760!

You’ll receive an entry card for each equipment and education presentation you attend. The more presentations you attend, the more times you’ll be entered and the better your chances to win a prize. During the Sunday 3pm Grand Prize drawings one name will be drawn to win the equipment presentation prize.  Sorry, cards will not be handed out once the presentation begins and will not be collected until the presentation ends.

Rules apply cards must be filled out completely and legibly and you must be present to win.

Veterans Exploration Therapy is a Colorado-based nonprofit that empowers veterans, service members, and families to explore wilderness and therapeutic pathways through outdoor recreation. Every dollar raised from this auction goes directly to helping veterans and their families heal through adventure.

Highest bidder will receive an amazing 7-night trip at the all-inclusive Hotel Cozumel in Cozumel, Mexico! Enjoy 5 days of two-tank morning dives courtesy of Dive Paradise.

Valued at $2,800

TRAVEL AND EQUIPMENT PRESENTATIONS

Incredible travel and equipment presentations by the pros.
For every seminar that you attend you receive an additional entry card for our grand prize drawing on Sunday. You must be present to win.

  • Great Door Prizes at each seminar
  • Experience the sights and sounds of exotic destinations throughout the world
  • Meet and hear firsthand from actual resort and destination representatives

SATURDAY – May 16

10:15 am “Science and Discovery Beneath Antarctic Ice”
In the fall of 2025, underwater photographer Brett Seymour supported an NSF-funded expedition beneath the Ross Ice Shelf in Antarctica, one of the most remote and unexplored environments on Earth. For nearly 2½ months at McMurdo Station, the team conducted dives under nearly three meters of ice to inventory kelp in a changing climate and document a newly discovered seamount using underwater photogrammetry. Join us for a visual journey featuring stunning photography from the expedition, showcasing both the extreme conditions and the extraordinary under-ice world rarely seen by human eyes.
Presented by Brett Seymour with Submerged Resources Center. National Parks Service

11:15 am “Cozumel Hotel, Make It Yours”
The place to stay in Cozumel. Hotel Cozumel has it all: large swimming pool, 300 ft beach area, dock for diver pick-up, meal and drink plans, adaptive rooms, and is within walking distance to town.
Presented by Alejandro Graniel with Hotel Cozumel

12:15 pm “Bigger and Better than Ever”
Volivoli Beach Resort – Fiji’s Premier Dive Resort. New Boat, New Villas, Same Friendly Faces! We will share images and information about the new villas that open in March and the new boat we had delivered in Fall 2025.
Presented by Simon Doughty with Volivoli Resort

1:15 pm “Dominica’s Fort Young Hotel and Dive Resort”
“Discover the “Nature Island” of the Caribbean in a whole new way! Join us for a quick, inspiring presentation on Dominica and the iconic Fort Young Hotel—where history, adventure, and luxury meet. Nestled along the waterfront in the island’s vibrant capital, Fort Young offers the perfect home base to explore lush rainforests, waterfalls, hot springs, and world-class diving. We’ll share what makes Dominica a must-visit for travelers seeking authentic, off-the-beaten-path experiences.
Presented by Megan Oswald with Diventures Travel

2:15 pm “Experience the best of the Philippines with Atlantis Resorts and Liveaboards”
Enjoy the Philippines with Atlantis Dive Resorts and Liveaboards. Come see why divers love the Atlantis resorts in Puerto Galera and Dumaguete and learn about the incredible diversity of marine creatures, their habitats, and the behaviors. Explore other parts of the Philippines on our two liveaboards, the Adventurer and Infiniti.
Presented by Atlantis Photography Ambassador Marty Snyderman

3:15 pm “Passport to Paradise”
Discover three iconic Indonesian destinations Murex Manado Bunaken, Bangka & Lembeh in one incredible holiday. Dive, snorkel, trek, immerse yourself in culture, or simply relax and unwind.
Presented by Danny and Samy Charlton with Murex Resorts & Lembeh

4:15 pm “Private and Group Trips”
Find out how easy it is to book your future trips through our agents at travel@diventures.com they do it all: Airfare, Accommodations & Diving.
Presented by Megan Oswald with Diventures Travel 

SUNDAY – May 17

10:15 am “The Perfect Blend of Adventure and Tranquility” Anthony’s Key Resort, Roatan
Discover adventure on the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef with our vacation packages tailored for divers, snorkelers, couples, singles and families. Learn about our resident bottlenose dolphin programs, Maya Key Private Island rescue animal sanctuary, and the new happenings at the resort.
Presented by Isamara Galindo with Anthony’s Key Resort

11:15 am “Anse Chastanet, St Lucia’s Scenic Hideaway”
Discover why Anse Chastanet isn’t just a resort, but a 600-acre tropical sanctuary nestled in the heart of St. Lucia’s world-renowned Marine Reserves. We will take you from the silver sands of the resort’s two private beaches into the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean. Explore the legendary house reef—home to over 150 fish species—and dive into the dramatic “Superman’s Flight” at the base of the majestic Pitons. Whether you’re a macro photography enthusiast or looking for a romantic dive getaway, learn how Anse Chastanet delivers an unparalleled luxury experience.
Presented by Jaco Smit with Anse Chastanet Resort

12:15 pm “Dunbar Rock & Clarks Cay, Guanaja Bay Islands”
Get ready to discover one of the Caribbean’s best-kept secrets! Join us for a quick, inspiring presentation on Dunbar Rock and Clark’s Cay in Guanaja, Honduras—two stunning, off-the-radar island escapes known for their crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and laid-back luxury. We’ll take you inside what makes these boutique dive resorts so special, from world-class snorkeling and diving to unforgettable scenery and personalized experiences. If you’re dreaming of a unique, uncrowded tropical getaway, you won’t want to miss this.
Presented by Megan Oswald with Diventures Travel

1:15 pm “Passport to Paradise”
Discover three iconic Indonesian destinations Murex Manado Bunaken, Bangka & Lembeh in one incredible holiday. Dive, snorkel, trek, immerse yourself in culture, or simply relax and unwind.
Presented by Danny and Samy Charlton with Murex Resorts & Lembeh

3:00 pm  GRAND PRIZE DRAWINGS –  DON’T MISS OUT – Must be present to win travel and equipment prizes.

MUST BE 18 OR OVER FOR TRAVEL PRIZES!

Saturday May 16

10:30 am “Hollis Custom Rig Builder”
Design your own backplate system to fit your needs and your style! Available in single tank, double tank, and sidemount.
Presented by Greg Such

11:30am “Shearwater Computers”
An overview of all Shearwater computers.
Presented by Richard Vaughn

12:30pm “SeaLife – Underwater Photos Made Easy”
Showing new underwater photo equipment including the smartphone housing.
Presented by Debra Gaburo

1:30pm “Fins Attached – Sharks and More”
Sharks, Mantas, Turtles, and Citizen Science.
Presented by Alex Antoniou

2:30pm “Scubapro Hydros 2 BCD”
Features and benefits of the new version of the Hydros Pro.
Presented by Scott Dawson

3:30pm “TUSA – Past & Present”
Presented by Roddy Winton

Sunday May 17

10:30am “Shearwater Computers”
An overview of all Shearwater computers.
Presented by Richard Vaughn

11:30am “Scubapro Hydros 2 BCD”
Features and benefits of the new version of the Hydros Pro.
Presented by Scott Dawson

12:30pm “Remote Waters: WWII Wrecks of the Pacific”
Beneath the remote waters of the Pacific lie the silent remains of World War II.
Presented by Brett Seymour

1:30pm “SeaLife – Underwater Photos Made Easy”
Showing new underwater photo equipment including the smartphone housing.
Presented by Debra Gaburo

Travel & Equipment Presentations

EQUIPMENT SPECIALS GALORE!

Don’t miss out on huge savings on snorkeling and diving equipment at our biggest sale & event of the year.

Check out the largest variety of name-brand equipment in the state! There will be special MAY EVENT sale pricing on nearly everything in the store and several unannounced last minute daily specials.  Snorkeling Packages, Complete Scuba Packages, Photo Packages, Exposure Protection, Dive Computers, Dive Bags, oodles of accessories and Tons More on SALE!

We Proudly Represent and Carry Equipment By:

  • Atomic
  • Aqualung
  • Akona
  • Apeks
  • Backscatter
  • BARE Wetsuits
  • Cressi
  • Genesis
  • Garmin
  • Go Pro
  • Hollis
  • Henderson
  • H20
  • Innovative Scuba Concepts
  • Kraken
  • Lavacore
  • Light and Motion
  • Mares
  • Oceanic
  • O’Neill
  • OTS-Ocean Technology Systems
  • Pelagic
  • Pinnacle
  • Scubapro
  • SeaLife
  • Sea & Sea
  • Seac
  • Shearwater
  • Sherwood
  • Stahlsac
  • Submersible Systems- Spare Air
  • Suunto Dive
  • TUSA-Tabata
  • Trident
  • X-Deep
  • XS Scuba
  • Zeagle
  • And Many More…..

A-1 ESCORTED GROUP TRIPS

Check out our exciting upcoming adventures!

Roatan: Adaptive Diver Trip

May 30, 2026 - June 6, 2026

Little Cayman

July 18, 2026 - July 25, 2026

Passport to Paradise – Indonesia – Murex Manado, Bangka, and Lembeh

October 10, 2026 - October 24, 2026

Philippines

November 16, 2026 - November 28, 2026

Cozumel: Iberostar

December 26, 2026 - January 2, 2027

Raja Ampat aboard the Blue Manta Explorer

January 7, 2027 - January 14, 2027

Dominica

February 27, 2027 - March 6, 2027

Philippines: aboard the Atlantis Infiniti, Tubbataha & Atlantis Resorts, Dumaguete

March 6, 2027 - March 18, 2027

Roatan – Anthony’s Key Resort

March 20, 2027 - March 27, 2027

Curacao, Lions Dive & Ocean Encounters

April 10, 2027 - April 17, 2027

Cayman Brac – Adaptive Diver Trip

May 29, 2027 - June 5, 2027

Dunbar Rock

July 17, 2027 - July 24, 2027

St. Lucia

November 13, 2027 - November 20, 2027

PARKING

There’s plenty of parking available nearby throughout the weekend

  • A-1’s parking lot – space is limited (there will be designated parking for people with disabilities)
  • Along Windemere street
  • Carpet Mill (west of A-1)
  • Pirate’s Cove (1 block east of A-1 on Belleview)
  • Baseball Park (east of A-1)

A BIG THANKS TO OUR MANY SPONSORS

Event Sponsors