Denver, Colorado
Upcoming Events in Denver Colorado
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First Friday Art Walk
- Visit over 30 galleries on Santa Fe Drive every first Friday. Address: 5th–10th Ave. and Santa Fe Dr. Park free in the Alliance Francaise lot! , Denver, Colorado |
January
| 30 - 14 |
Annual National Western Stock Show
- Meet the most magnificent creatures on Earth at the National Western Stock Show, Rodeo and Horse Show. See exciting horse shows, Wild West shows, Evenings of Dancing Horses, Super Dogs, a downtown parade, Coors Western Art Exhibit, Children's Ranchland, the Super Bowl of livestock shows, the National Western hosts nearly 20 breeds of cattle, horse show classes, stock dog trials, goats, llamas, bison, yaks, pigs, alpacas, poultry and rabbits. Sunday. - Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Friday. - Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Closing Day 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Address: From I-25 north or southbound: Take the I-70 east exit and proceed to the Brighton Blvd. or Coliseum exit. Turn left on Brighton Blvd. Turn left on 46 , Denver, Colorado |
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Freestyle Reining
- Spectators can visit national western.com to purchase tickets Address: 4655 Humbolt Street Denver, CO, 80216 , Denver, Colorado |
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Paint Horse Show Zone Three Zone-o-rama
- Exhibitors can visit national western.com to register Address: 4655 Humbolt Street Denver, CO, 80216 , Denver, Colorado |
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International Sportsmen's Exposition
- International Sportsmen's Expositions (ISE) has over 38 years experience producing America's premier sportsman's shows in the western United States. There's a full schedule of seminars, contests and presentations every day at our sportsman shows in Sacramento, CA, Denver, CO, Phoenix, AZ, and Salt Lake City, UT. ISE Sportsmen's Expos feature activities and exhibits for fishing, fly-fishing, hunting, bow hunting, boats and adventure travel. FREE Shuttles and Parking from Coors Field. Or ride light rail to the Convention Center station. Address: Colorado Convention Center 700 14th Street Denver, CO 80202 , Denver, Colorado |
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AQHA Over Fences Special Event
- Exhibitors can visit national western.com to register Address: 4655 Humbolt Street Denver, CO, 80216 , Denver, Colorado |
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Gambler's Choice
- $10,000 Gambler's Choice Jumping Stakes Spectators can visit national western.com to purchase tickets Address: 4655 Humbolt Street Denver, CO, 80216 , Denver, Colorado |
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Hunter/Jumper Horse Show
- Exhibitors can visit national western.com to register Address: 4655 Humbolt Street Denver, CO, 80216 , Denver, Colorado |
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Grand Prix
- $40,000 Big O Tires Grand Prix Jumping Stakes Spectators can visit nationalwestern.com to purchase tickets Address: 4655 Humbolt Street Denver, CO, 80216 , Denver, Colorado |
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AQHYA Horse Show Special Event
- Exhibitors can visit national western.com to register Address: 4655 Humbolt Street Denver, CO, 80216 , Denver, Colorado |
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Classic Open Horse Show
- Exhibitors can visit nationalwestern.com to register Address: 4655 Humbolt Street Denver, CO, 80216 , Denver, Colorado |
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Versatility Ranch Horse
- Exhibitors can visit nationalwestern.com to register Address: 4655 Humbolt Street Denver, CO, 80216 , Denver, Colorado |
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Dancing Horses
- An evening of dancing horses featuring: -Dressage -Freestyle reining -Ann Wagner riding Thunder, the Denver Broncos Mascot -and Much More With Music by The Denver Brass Spectators can visit national western.com to purchase tickets Address: 4655 Humbolt Street Denver, CO, 80216 , Denver, Colorado |
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Draft Horse Show
- Exhibitors can visit nationalwestern.com to register Spectators can visit nationalwestern.com to purchase tickets Address: 4655 Humbolt Street Denver, CO, 80216 , Denver, Colorado |
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Mule and Donkey Show
- Exhibitors can visit nationalwestern.com to register Address: 4655 Humbolt Street Denver, CO, 80216 , Denver, Colorado |
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Quarter Horse Show
- Exhibitors can visit nationalwestern.com to register Address: 4655 Humbolt Street Denver, CO, 80216 , Denver, Colorado |
February
| 3 - 11 |
Annual Colorado Garden & Home Show
- The Colorado Garden & Home Show is a marketplace of garden and home improvement ideas featuring more than 600 companies introducing trends in landscaping, gardening, home improvement and interior design. See 14 inspiring landscaped gardens. The show also hosts 50 free educational seminars and how-to demonstrations while all ticket proceeds fund horticulture-related grants and scholarships to organizations throughout Colorado. Park at Coors Field for just $5 (I-25 to the Park Avenue exit then follow to Wazee) and ride the free show shuttle or take the light rail to the convention center. Address: Colorado Convention Center 700 14th Street Denver, CO 80202 , Denver, Colorado |
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Rocky Mountain Horse Expo - Denver
- For 31 years, the Rocky Mountain Horse Expo has entertained and educated horse lovers of all breeds and disciplines. Organized by the Colorado Horse Council, the Rocky Mountain Horse Expo is the council’s largest annual fundraiser. More than 300 vendors will fill the trade show floor with the most innovative and exciting equine products and services at the National Western Complex. Bring the entire family to the Mane Event - a spectacular family show with many breeds and disciplines performing focusing on the beauty and capabilities of the horse set to music and lights. Tickets for the Main Event shows are sold separately from admission tickets to the Expo. Address: National Western Complex, 4655 Humboldt St. , Denver, Colorado |
April
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Mrs. Colorado Pageant & Miss Colorado for America Strong Pageant
- The Mrs. America Pageant system is announcing that 46th annual Mrs. Colorado® Pageant, along with our Miss Colorado for American pageant will be held at the spectacular Ellie Caulkins Opera House in the Denver Performing Arts Complex, in Denver. The winners of the state competition will receive a prize package valued at over $30,000.00 and advance on to compete with 49 other state delegates at the national Mrs. America Pageant in Las Vegas in August.Celebrating its 46rd year, the Mrs. America Pageant is the only nationally televised competition to recognize the one person who contributes so much to modern family life…America’s Married Woman! While beauty and physical fitness are key elements in the competition, Mrs. Colorado® and Miss Colorado for American state finalists are also urged to voice their opinions on marriage, community and important issues of the day. For information on the organization or how to enter the competition visit the website at http://www.mrscolorado.com or contact Emily at the pageant office at (303) 593-1199. Address: Ellie Caulkins Opera House in the Denver Performing Arts Complex, 1385 Curtis Street , Denver, Colorado |
May
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Mother's Day Lunch at Denver Botanic Gardens
- Celebrate mom amidst thousands of blooming flowers and entertainment. Ph: 720-865-3500 (Always call and confirm events) |
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Downtown Denver Arts Festival
- The Downtown Denver Arts Festival is one of the city of Denver's premiere spring events. The fine art and fine craft exhibition features over 130 of Colorado's best artists with over 150,000 people expected to attend. Last year, patrons spent over half million dollars with the festival's artists! It takes place on Memorial Day Weekend at the Denver Pavilions. Times for the festival are Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday from 11:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Sunday from 11:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. Address: Denver Pavilions, 500 16th Street Denver, CO 80202 , Denver, Colorado |
June
| 25 - 26 |
CHUN Capitol Hill People's Fair
- For over 40 years, the first weekend of each June, more than 250,000 people gather at Civic Center Park, in the heart of Downtown Denver to celebrate community and the arrival of summer at the CHUN Capitol Hill People's Fair. Voted Denver's Best Annual Festival in 2005 and 2006, the People's Fair is the quintessential "urban festival," bringing together people of every culture and background, from city neighborhoods, suburbs and outlying communities, to enjoy the diverse sights, sounds and tastes of Denver. Produced by Capitol Hill United Neighborhoods, (CHUN), the city's largest neighborhood association, the Capitol Hill People's Fair is also the region's premier arts and crafts festival featuring more than 300 artisans, crafters and other specialty merchandisers as well as the city's leading local music showcase. Festival attendees gather at six different stages to be entertained by some of the region's top emerging musical acts selected through Denver's most recognized talent search, the Ultimate Music Xperience (UMX) or munch on the offerings from dozens of food vendors. Plus there are many other activities for children & young families including the Kids and Family Area featuring age-appropriate programming, entertainment and activities. Other festival highlights include an extensive (and growing) non-profit exhibition area, a wine pavilion located adjacent to our jazz stage, and an interactive youth mural project. The People's Fair truly offers something for everyone! The CHUN Capitol Hill People's Fair is a favorite Denver tradition, emphasizing urban diversity and neighborhood pride. It is truly a Fair for the people, made possible in large part by the hard work and collaborative efforts of more than 300 volunteers. CHUN utilizes the revenue from the People's Fair to support its neighborhood vitality and engagement work around issues such as public safety, homelessness and affordable housing, land use and zoning and historic preservation just to name a few. We also own and operate the CHUN Community Center located at 1290 Williams Street, a center for neighborhood engagement, celebration and networking. We also provide free meeting, event and programmatic space to other Capitol Hill non profits in support of their missions. Address: Civic Center Park , Denver, Colorado |
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A Taste of Puerto Rico Festival
- Puerto Rican National Day celebration. Food, music and more. 10am-8pm Address: I-70 west to I-25 south. I-70 east to I-25 south. I-25 north exit 212C - 20th St. Turn east (left from the north; right from the south). Little Raven , Denver, Colorado |
July
| 29 - 1 |
Cherry Creek Arts Festival
- For three days during the July 4th holiday weekend since 1991, Colorado's signature cultural event is presented in Denver's Cherry Creek North. The festival is a world-class and award-winning celebration of the visual, culinary and performing arts and enjoys an annual attendance of 350,000 visitors. Special exhibits, art and culinary demonstrations, and interactive family activities on “Artivity Avenue” complement the festival experience. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Address: Cherry Creek North, on Second and Third Avenues between Clayton and Steele Streets. , Denver, Colorado |
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Old-Fashioned July 4th Celebration
- Hope to see you all from 10am-4pm to experience a fun-filled day of music, crafts, historical re-enactors and live demonstrations. Stop by for some old-fashioned fun and stay for the Glendale fireworks show! We'll have horse-drawn wagon rides, museum tours, historic demonstrations, and more. Food trucks and a beer garden are on site to keep you fortified. Last entry to the Park is at 9:00 pm. Sorry, no pets, outside food or beverage, smoking, cannabis use, fireworks, poppers, sparklers, or other flammables allowed on site. A valid ID is required for admittance to the beer garden. Address: Four Mile Historic Park 715 S. Forest Street , Denver, Colorado |
August
| 16 - 19 |
A Taste of Colorado
- Labor Day Weekend! Over 500,000 people make the four-day Festival their Labor Day Weekend celebration and enjoy the offerings of over 50 area food establishments, 280 marketplace artisans and vendors, six entertainment stages, and educational programs promoting the diverse cultural and western heritage of the region — all for no admission fee. Friday: 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 10:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Monday: 10:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Address: Civic Center Park, Downtown Denver (intersection of Colfax Avenue and Broadway) , Denver, Colorado |
October
| 27 - 29 | 
Great Pumpkin Harvest Festival
- Fall into some old-fashioned fun during the annual Pumpkin Harvest Festival! In partnership with ADELSKA, Four Mile Historic Park has reimagined this fall favorite.(Friday 5-8pm, Saturday 9-8pm, Sunday 9-5pm) INCLUDED WITH GENERAL ADMISSION Prairie Games: Fall-themed activities for all ages Art Depot: Explore your inner artisan with fall themed crafts and activities Four Mile Makers: Live demonstrations of blacksmithing, fiber pulling from our Angora goats, and more! Live Music: Presented by Swallow Hill Music Marketplace: Fall artisan farmers market featuring a curated list of locally sourced vendors Adornment Stops: Compliment your natural beauty with face painting and decorations along the Festival trail Tractor Rides: Back presented by the City of Glendale Instrument Petting Zoo: Try different acoustic instruments with this hands-on experience for any age, led by Swallow Hill's knowledgeable staff of "Zookeepers." Address: Four Mile Historic Park 719 S. Forest Street , Denver, Colorado |
November
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Annual Holiday Sale at Denver Botanic Gardens
- Start your holiday shopping at the Gardens' Holiday Sale. Browse among the most unique vendors selling handcrafted items, specialty foods, clothing, seasonal items, and much more. Denver Botanic Gardens' Guild will once again sell its popular assortment of homemade gourmet herbal vinegars infused with herbs from the Gardens. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. both days. Address: Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO 80206 , Denver, Colorado |
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The Denver International Wine Festival
- This lavish event is produced by Wine Country International Magazine and showcases fine wines from around the world, including some of Colorado's finest. Includes many activities. Address: Omni Interlocken Resort 500 Interlocken Blvd, Broomfield, CO 80021 , Denver, Colorado |
December
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Annual Blossoms of Light at Denver Botanic Gardens
- Over one million colorful lights draped in elegant designs highlight the Gardens winter beauty. Enjoy sparkling passages, brand new displays and romantic mistletoe kissing spots, as well as the always anticipated HoloSpex glasses. Warm drinks and tasty treats will also be available. Seasonal entertainment will be available on select evenings. Thousands of lights in our amphitheater are synchronized to your favorite holiday tunes. Open nightly, 5:30 – 9:30 p.m. including Christmas and New Year's Eve. Address: Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO 80206 , Denver, Colorado |
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A Colorado Christmas
- Join Father Christmas in celebrating the Christmas season by playing Victorian Parlor Games in our one-room school house, roasting chestnuts on an open fire, stringing your popcorn and cranberries for the Four Mile Tree, creating your own Pomander of citrus and cloves, taking a sleigh ride & much more! 12:00 pm - 4:00pm. Address: Four Mile Historic Park , Denver, Colorado |