Denver is bursting with things to do all week and weekend, so let’s dive into some of the best events happening in the Mile High City. Start your Thursday evening by channeling your inner artist at the Sipping N Painting Highland studio, where their Pikes Peak Sip N Paint event kicks off tonight at 7 pm. No painting experience required—just bring your creativity and enjoy a glass of wine while a friendly instructor guides you step by step. You’ll walk away with your own Colorado-inspired masterpiece and some great memories.

Music lovers have a big night ahead. Red Rocks Amphitheatre welcomes Mt. Joy with special guests The Brook and the Bluff, starting at 7 pm. Red Rocks is famous for its breathtaking scenery and perfect acoustics, making any show here unforgettable, so grab your tickets or just pull up a playlist to get in the mood if you can’t make it out tonight.

For anyone looking for thought-provoking art, the Denver Art Museum is hosting Kent Monkman: History is Painted by the Victors, an exhibition from one of the most celebrated contemporary Indigenous artists. This show is on daily, so whenever you have a free afternoon, pop in and explore vividly reimagined histories in stunning color and epic scale.

Theater fans—don’t miss the musical Pippin, showing at the Dorota and Kevin Kilstrom Theatre Thursday through Sunday. This American theater classic is full of dazzling choreography and unforgettable music, perfect for a date night or family outing.

Looking ahead to the weekend, families should add Saturday’s Colorado Dragon Boat Festival to their plans. Held at Sloan’s Lake, it’s the largest dragon boat festival in the country and a joyous celebration of Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander cultures. Expect dragon boat races, cultural performances, global foods, and tons of fun, all with free admission.

Festival goers and home enthusiasts are in luck. On Saturday and Sunday, the Colorado Fall Home Show will be filling the Colorado Convention Center with ideas for sprucing up your space, local vendors, and DIY inspiration. If you’re a metalhead, the second annual Mile High Power Fest at the Oriental Theater on Saturday boasts nine metal bands shredding all day long.

If you want a relaxing Sunday, stroll the Urban Market at Union Station from noon to 6 pm. This is your go-to for local art, food, handmade goods, and a chance to people-watch on Denver’s most beautiful train platform. Or head to the Art District on Santa Fe for Sundays on Santa Fe, a free gallery crawl and creative adventure on the last Sunday of the month.

That’s just a taste of what’s going on in Denver this week and weekend. Whether you’re driving in for live music, looking for culture, or just want a great time outside, you’re sure to find something unforgettable.

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