Colorado’s Sun is Shining: Here are 15 Weekend Activities to Soak It Up

Colorado’s gloomy spring has come and gone. Here’s a list of weekend activities to escape (or embrace?) the heat and kick off July in Denver.

Friday, June 30

Denver’s 7th Annual Goth Ball

When: June 30, 8 p.m. – 2 a.m. 

Where: Reelworks Denver, 1399 35th St., Denver

The Deets: Denver’s Goth Ball is back for the 7th year. You can dress up in your best goth garb to dance the night away. Tickets can be purchased here.

Americana Weekend at Rare Bird Denver

Photo Credit: Halcyon, a hotel in Cherry Creek on Facebook

When: June 30, 3 p.m. – July 4th, 10 p.m. 

Where: Halcyon, A Hotel in Cherry Creek, 245 Columbine St., Denver

The Deets: Take in a view of the city during Americana Weekend at Rare Bird. You can sip on cocktails, listen to live music and more at the rooftop bar in Cherry Creek.

Fan Expo Denver

When: June 30 – July 2

Where: Colorado Convention Center, 700 14th St., Denver 

The Deets: Don your favorite cosplay for Fan Expo Denver. The pop culture convention hosts a myriad of celebrity appearances, nerdy workshops and of course, comic books galore. Tickets can be purchased here.

Saturday, july 1

Dusty Boots

When: July 1, 2 p.m. 

Where: Denver’s Civic Center Park, E. Colfax Ave and Bannock St., Denver

The Deets: Shake your tail feather at Dusty Boots. You can jam out to music from Colter Wall, Murder By Death, Margo Price and more at Civic Center Park. Tickets can be purchased here.

Death of Time Release Party

Photo Credit: River North Brewery on Facebook

When: July 1, 1 p.m. 

Where: River North Brewery, 6021 Washington St. Unit A, Denver

The Deets: River North Brewery celebrates summer with a Death of Time Release Party. You can grab bottles of the black barley wine or enjoy brews on tap during the party. Presale tickets can be purchased here.

Relationsh*t

When: July 1, 8 – 9 p.m. 

Where: Chaos Bloom Theater, 70 S. Broadway, Denver

The Deets: Commemorate with others over the woes of dating during Relationsh*t. The comedic event explores the awkward experiences that you and others have experienced, all with an abundance of laughs from local comedians. The event is $10 at entry.

Cherry Creek Arts Festival

Photo Credit: CherryArts on Facebook

When: July 1 – 3

Where: Cherry Creek, 14076 E Briarwood Ave., Denver

The Deets: The Cherry Creek Arts Festival returns for its 32nd year. For three days you can experience art from local and international exhibitors, listen to live music, snack on food and more, all while supporting CherryArts. The festival is free to attend, however, you can purchase tickets to ticketed activities here. 

Saturday Night Bazaar

Photo Credit: DenverBazaar on Facebook

When: July 1, 5 – 9 p.m. 

Where: 1553 Platte St., Denver

The Deets: Shop from local vendors while sipping on craft brews and cocktails. The pop-up bazaar holds over 50 makers, food trucks, live DJs and more. Tickets can be purchased here.

Lucha Libre & Laughs: Pro-Wrestling and Stand-Up Comedy

When: July 1, 5 p.m. 

Where: Ratio Overland, 2030 S. Cherokee St., Denver 

The Deets: Watch as masked pro wrestlers battle it out with live commentary from local comedians during Lucha Libre & Laughs. You can also grab a brew from Ratio Overland as you let out a giggle or two. The event is free to attend. 

Swingin’ Under the Stars

Photo Credit: Swingin’ Denver on Facebook

When: July 1, 7:30 – 10 p.m. 

Where: Little Man ice Cream, 2620 16th St, Denver

The Deets: Grab a dancing partner for Swingin’ Under the Stars. Little Man Ice Cream hosts the swing dancing night with live music from Dizzy With a Dame. You can learn some new moves and grab a scoop of ice cream to cool off after. The event is free to attend.

MCA Penny Admission

Photo Credit: MCA Denver on Facebook

When: July 1, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. 

Where: Museum of Contemporary Art Denver, 1485 Delgany St., Denver

The Deets: Grab a shiny penny for MCA Penny Admission. This Saturday, Colorado residents can explore the galleries of the Museum of Contemporary Art for just a single cent. Tickets can be purchased here.

Beers for Bees – Pollinator Pickup

When: July 2, 12 p.m. 

Where: Diebolt Brewing Company, 3855 Mariposa St., Denver

The Deets: Crack open a cold one in support of pollinators during Beers for Bees – Pollinator Pickup. You can snag some free plants and flowers to help out your local bees while sipping on a local brew. The event is free to attend.

Sunday, july 2

People + Produce

When: July 2, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Where: Bellview Station, 6751 E Chenango Ave., Denver

The Deets: Take a stroll in the sun this Sunday during People + Produce. You can shop from more than 50 vendors that offer local produce, baked goods, artisanal items and more. RSVP here.

bRUNch club at Denver Milk Market

Photo Credit: Brunch Running on Facebook

When: July 2, 9:15 a.m. 

Where: Denver Milk Market, 1800 Wazee St. Ste 100, Denver

The Deets: Lace up your sneakers for bRUNch Club at Denver Milk Market. You can take part in a 5k or 10k run or walk and later delight in breakfast sandwiches, donuts and drinks to refresh. Tickets can be purchased here.

Puppy Yoga

When: July 2, 12 – 2 p.m. 

Where: The Infinite Monkey Theorem, 3200 Larimer St., Denver

The Deets: Denver Social Yoga presents Puppy Yoga. You can stretch into a downward dog with adorable and adoptable puppies from Lola’s Rescue by your side. Following the yoga session, you can grab a glass of wine from Infinite Monkey. Tickets can be purchased here.