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The Children’s Diabetes Foundation is turning Denver blue throughout November for Diabetes Awareness Month, raising awareness of type 1 diabetes and its warning signs. The community is invited to celebrate World Diabetes Day on Saturday, November 14, at Cherry Creek Shopping Center. The free event begins at 11:00 a.m., features community speakers, and will offer on-site type 1 diabetes and celiac disease marker testing through the ASK Program. No RSVP is required. Everyone is welcome!

The Children’s Diabetes Foundation joins community partners to raise awareness throughout November and marks World Diabetes Day at Cherry Creek Shopping Center

DENVER — November 2nd, 2026 — Denver landmarks and buildings will illuminate in blue this November as the Children’s Diabetes Foundation (CDF) recognizes Diabetes Awareness Month and World Diabetes Day on Saturday, November 14.

The Denver Turns Blue effort brings together community partners to shine a light on type 1 diabetes, raise awareness of its warning signs, and show support for individuals and families affected by the disease.

Throughout November, CDF encourages Coloradans to learn more about diabetes, recognize the symptoms, and join in supporting the diabetes community.

World Diabetes Day at Cherry Creek Shopping Center

The Children’s Diabetes Foundation (CDF) will commemorate World Diabetes Day on Saturday, November 14, with a special community event at Cherry Creek Shopping Center. A brief program will begin at 11:00 a.m., featuring CBS Colorado’s Michael Spencer, CDF Executive Director Dana Davis, Dr. Sarit Polsky from the Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes, and a child living with type 1 diabetes.

The event will take place at Lucid Court, located on the first floor at the west end of Cherry Creek Shopping Center, near Nordstrom. Guests are encouraged to park on the south side of the shopping center for convenient access.

No RSVP is required, and the event is free and open to the public. All are welcome!

Location: Cherry Creek Shopping Center, 3000 E. First Avenue, Denver, CO 80206.

The ASK Program will also offer on-site testing for type 1 diabetes and celiac disease markers. CDF will share additional details about the activation and testing as they become available.

Denver Illuminations

The following locations are scheduled to illuminate in blue in recognition of Diabetes Awareness Month and World Diabetes Day:

●      Meow Wolf: Throughout November

●      DaVita Headquarters: Throughout November

●      The Confluence: Throughout November

●      City and County Building: November 1–7

●      Denver Union Station: November 14, World Diabetes Day

●      Elitch Gardens: Throughout November

●      Ball Arena: November 12

●      Four Seasons Hotel Denver: Throughout November

●      McNichols Building: November 3–7

Know the Signs of Type 1 Diabetes

Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease in which the body makes little or no insulin. It can be diagnosed at any age, and there is no cure. People living with type 1 diabetes need insulin every day to survive.

Symptoms can develop quickly and may include:

●      Extreme thirst

●      Frequent urination, including new bedwetting in children

●      Unexplained weight loss

●      Fatigue

●      Irritability

●      Blurred vision

●      Fruity-smelling breath

Early diagnosis is critical. Anyone experiencing these symptoms should seek medical attention promptly. Fruity-smelling breath, vomiting, difficulty breathing, or other severe symptoms can be signs of a medical emergency and require immediate care.

Managing type 1 diabetes requires ongoing attention to blood sugar levels, insulin, food, physical activity, and other factors. Insulin may be delivered through injections or an insulin pump, and many people use continuous glucose monitors to help track their blood sugar.

About World Diabetes Day

Observed annually on November 14, World Diabetes Day brings global attention to diabetes and its impact on individuals, families, and communities. It is celebrated on November 14th because it marks the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting, co-discoverer of insulin, whose discovery transformed the lives of millions living with diabetes.

For the latest news and information about the Children’s Diabetes Foundation, follow CDF on social media and join the conversation using #DiabetesAwarenessMonth.

About the Children’s Diabetes Foundation

The Children’s Diabetes Foundation is the fundraising arm of the Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes, focusing on patient support, diabetes research, and public awareness. Located in Aurora, the foundation was established by Barbara and Marvin Davis in 1977 after their daughter, Dana, developed diabetes at the age of seven.

The nonprofit organization is dedicated to supporting diabetes research and providing clinical and educational programs for people living with the disease. Its mission is to raise funds for the Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes and its research programs, where thousands of children and adults with type 1 diabetes receive care.