Denver, if you’re looking for something fun to do this week, you’ve picked a fantastic moment to get out of the house.
Let’s start with today. The National Western Stock Show is in full swing at the National Western Complex, running January 10 through January 25, and today is packed with classic Colorado action. According to the National Western Stock Show schedule, listeners can catch the Mexican Rodeo Extravaganza at the Denver Coliseum at 2 p.m., a vibrant showcase of charros, trick roping, dancing horses, and live mariachi that turns a rodeo into a full cultural celebration. Ticketmaster also lists Freestyle Reining this afternoon at 3 p.m. at the NW Events Center, where riders guide their horses through tight spins, sliding stops, and choreographed patterns set to music, making it one of the more high-energy, fan-favorite events of the Stock Show.
If you want something a little more low-key later, the City and County of Denver notes that Holiday Lights continues each night at the City and County Building on Bannock Street through January 25. The building is lit up with an eight-minute synchronized light and music show at 5:45 and 6:45 p.m., with static lights glowing until 10:45 p.m., creating the perfect downtown stroll or photo-op after dinner.
Looking toward the rest of the week, the Stock Show remains the big star. Visit Denver highlights CSU Spur at the Stock Show, now included with general grounds admission. It’s a great daytime option if you’re curious about animals, veterinary science, or agriculture: you can see interactive exhibits, watch veterinary demonstrations, and get hands-on with learning experiences that are especially fun for families.
Midweek, Eventbrite’s Denver listings show plenty of ways to mix social time with personal growth. Listeners curious about real estate and travel can head to Toro for “Sip, Strategize, and Invest: Your 2026 Roadmap to Colorado Airbnb Investing” on Wednesday evening, where local experts talk strategy over drinks. Thursday, The Irish Rover Pub is hosting the “Allay + Paragon January Happy Hour,” a casual networking event ideal if you’re looking to expand your professional circle in a laid-back setting.
As the weekend approaches, Eventbrite’s “This Weekend in Denver” roundup features a more restorative vibe. At Reynard Social Spaces, the Wellness Social Club is hosting “Reset Together,” a group-focused wellness gathering with conversation, light activities, and community-building. Over at beem Light Sauna in RiNo, the “Pilates Reset Experience: Renew & Recharge” blends Pilates with sauna and recovery, perfect for listeners wanting a fresh start to the year. Petals & Pages of Denver is running a “Writing with Tarot and Oracle Cards” workshop, a creative session that mixes journaling with intuitive card pulls, great for anyone looking to tap into their imagination.
If artsy fun is more your style, Sipping N’ Painting Hampden is putting on “Majestic Moonlight” on Sunday afternoon, where you can sip a drink and paint a dreamy moonlit scene with step-by-step guidance, no experience needed.
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