The Best Entertainment Denver Has To Offer!

Denver, also known as the Mile High City, offers a vibrant scene that caters to just about everyone! Here are some of the best entertainment events and spots the city has to offer:

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Art scene

Art District on Santa Fe

The Art District on Santa Fe is the heart of Denver’s art scene. Every August on First Friday, the district shuts down Santa Fe Drive from 7th Avenue through 12th Avenue for the First Friday Art Walks. Every year, thousands of locals and visitors fill the streets and enjoy art gallery openings, live performances, and pop-up shops. For the special occasion, many of the galleries offer free admission and showcase works from both local and international artists, including everything from abstract pieces to classical works. 

Meow Wolf’s Convergence Station 

For those looking for a completely unique experience, Meow Wolf’s Convergence Station is an absolute must-see. Known for its surreal, mind-bending art, Meow Wolf takes audiences through more than 70 one-of-a-kind rooms and installations. The result? A multi-sensory experience that feels like you’re stepping straight into a dream. Part art gallery, part playground, Meow Wolf’s Convergence Station is a place where imagination runs wild. No two visits are the same, which means you can return as many times as you like and still be entertained!!

Brewery Scene

Denver’s brewery scene is considered the best in the country. Known as Napa Valley of Beer, the city offers everything from thirst-quenching microbreweries to iconic settings like the Great Divide Brewing Company. From brewery tours to events, visitors get the chance to learn all about the brewing process and even get to sample some world class beers! Win-win! Every year, The Great American Beer Festival comes to town and lines the streets with hundreds of different beers from breweries across the U.S. It’s one of the largest gatherings of brewers in the world, and a favorite among locals and visitors alike!

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Sports Events 

Denver is home to a number of major sports teams, creating a year-round lineup of exciting games. Coors Field is in the heart of Downtown. Known for its stunning mountain views and family-friendly atmosphere, fans can watch the Colorado Rockies take on MLB teams. What’s more, football fans can catch the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High, while basketball and hockey enthusiasts pack out the Ball Arena to cheer on the Denver Nuggets and Colorado Avalanche. 

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Live Music

The Denver Performing Arts Complex

You can’t mention entertainment in Denver without talking about its legendary live performance facilities. Located in the heart of downtown, The Denver Performing Arts Complex is a 12-acre campus of theaters and public spaces. In fact, it’s one of the largest centers of its kind in the continent, boasting an impressive ten performance spaces including the cutting-edge Temple Hoyne Buell Theatre. It’s home to four leading performing arts institutions, including Colorado Ballet, Colorado Symphony, Denver Center for the Performing Arts and Opera Colorado. The venue also plays host to many festivals, Broadway shows, opera, ballet, symphony, and theater.

Meanwhile, the legendary Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre stands tall in the rocky mountains, just ten miles southwest of the city. Known and loved around the world for its natural acoustics and stunning sandstone formations, Red Rocks Amphitheatre is the go-to venue for concerts and events. Every year, it attracts top artists from around the world with major concert tours, some awesome movie screenings, and yoga classes at sunrise. The Red Rocks Park has trails that take walkers through dramatic landscapes. It’s perfect for hiking enthusiasts or anyone looking to explore between performances! 

A Destination for Everyone

Beyond the gigantic Performing Arts Complex and stunning Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Denver’s live music scene is thriving. The Mile High City has venues which cater to just about everyone. The Mission Ballroom is a fan-favorite with state-of-the-art acoustics and a dynamic stage, while Ophelia’s Electric Soapbox is a speakeasy-style space ideal for those looking for a more intimate vibe. Larimer Lounge, the Bluebird Theater, and the Fillmore Auditorium also make Denver a must-see city for music lovers. What’s more, every year the city hosts a number of world class festivals, including Fan Expo Denver.

Whether you’re interested in the arts, sports, breweries, or music scene, Denver really does have it all!

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