What to do in Denver

Denver Sizzles with Summer Festivals, Live Music, and Diverse Celebrations


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Denver is buzzing this week with events that capture the city’s vibrant summer spirit, from can’t-miss festivals to live music, top-tier theater, and unique neighborhood celebrations.

Today, kick off your Thursday evening with Global Dance presenting K?D at The Church Nightclub on Lincoln Street. Doors open at 10 p.m., and this EDM show is for those 18 and up, guaranteed to keep the energy high well into the night.

Friday and Saturday, head over to the Tennyson Street Fair, a rapidly growing neighborhood festival that now boasts more than 200 local businesses, plus an all-new Berkeley Beer Festival featuring a lineup of craft breweries for the adults. The fair runs Friday from 4 to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., offering great eats from Maria Empanada, Shuck Brothers, and more.

The lavender is in full bloom at Denver Botanic Gardens’ Lavender Festival on Saturday and Sunday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Chatfield Farms. Breathe in the scent of thousands of lavender plants, chat with horticulturists, try your hand at lavender crafts, and stock up on self-care products featuring this soothing herb.

Baseball fans, get ready: the Colorado Rockies face off against the Minnesota Twins at Coors Field Friday through Sunday. Enjoy the atmosphere of America’s pastime right in downtown, with games perfect for families or friends looking to soak up some sun.

For art lovers, the 62nd Annual Juried Members’ Show at the Colorado Photographic Arts Center is open all week, offering a curated survey of contemporary photography by local artists. The event is ongoing, so drop in and get inspired.

Those looking for comedy mixed with nostalgia can grab tickets to Dixie’s Tupperware Party at the Garner Galleria Theatre, a weekly blend of laughs and old-school flair running through Saturday.

On Saturday night, Paramount Theatre hosts X and Los Lobos in the 99 Years of Rock N Roll event, delivering a blend of legendary punk and Chicano rock starting at 8 p.m.

If you want a blockbuster musical experience, catch the last performances of Some Like it Hot at Buell Theatre, running until July 20. This four-time Tony Award-winning show promises high-energy music and irresistible storytelling.

For families and those interested in history, the Molly Brown House Museum offers a Deeper Dive: Titanic Tour today, exploring stories of the legendary Titanic survivor and viewing rarely seen artifacts.

Civic Center EATS continues on Wednesday and Thursday, right in Civic Center Park, with top food trucks serving everything from gourmet tacos to international fare.

For local color, check out Sundays on Santa Fe, a free gallery crawl in Denver’s Art District on Santa Fe, happening on the last Sunday of every month. Stroll through vibrant galleries, meet artists, and discover unique works.

No matter your interests, there is something in Denver to delight this week and into the weekend. From festivals and live sports to experimental theater and culinary adventures, you won’t run out of choices.

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