arts and culture | family | attractions

The public is invited to view the talent of young artists this holiday season at the Butterfly Pavilion during its annual Student Art Exhibition going on now through January 16, 2009. The annual art exhibition promotes art education in K-12 schools while encouraging the learning and discovery of invertebrates. // More

family | Winter

The Mile High City's festive seasonal lights are featured alongside some of the world's most famous displays in this photo essay. // More

arts and culture | family

Time is running out to see Houdon from the Louvre and Daniel Richter: A Major Survey. Both exhibitions end in early January. // More

brand stories | Winter

ABC News’ Good Morning America has selected Denver to be one of three cities featured in the window of their Times Square studio, offering the Mile High City an unprecedented opportunity for national publicity to millions of viewers and New Yorkers. Ten cities competed for the opportunity with the show selecting Denver, Kansas City and Atlanta. // More

arts and culture | brand stories | family | Winter

Encouraging Denver residents to “buy locally” and rediscover their hometown during the holidays, Mayor John Hickenlooper today also invited visitors from throughout the state and region to “visit the ‘big city’ and participate in the magic of Mile High Holidays.” // More

shopping | Winter

Both Denver Mayor John Hickenlooper and Colorado Governor Bill Ritter have officially proclaimed November 28 through December 5, 2008 as "Buy Local Week," in recognition of the important role local businesses play in our community. A part of the Mile High Business Alliances's Colorado Local First campaign, Buy Local Week promotes patronizing local businesses during the biggest retail-shopping week of the year. // More

arts and culture | attractions | Winter

This holiday season, enjoy art and share that gift with family and friends. Three beautiful and varied exhibitions are on view at the Denver Art Museum through the holidays, ranging from classic French sculpture to contemporary German painting—all included with general museum admission. // More

The NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Committee announced today that Denver will be the host city of the 2012 NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Final Four. It marks the first time Denver will serve as host of the event. The event will be held March 30- April 3, 2012, at Pepsi Center, with the tournament games scheduled for April 1 and 3. // More

family | attractions | Winter

The Colorado State Capitol will be open for historical and dome tours on Friday, November 28, the day after Thanksgiving. Tours will be conducted from 9am - 2:30 pm. Tours are free of charge. Tours last 45 minutes for each tour and depart every 30 minutes. The public entrance is on Colfax and Sherman (north side of the Capitol). Basement entrance is for wheelchair and stroller visitors. Groups of ten or more need to make reservations for both tours. // More

For 99 years, the city’s convention and tourism marketing agency has gone by a variety of names, everything from the Denver Tourist and Publicity Bureau to the most recent Denver Metro Convention and Visitors Bureau. “It’s a mouthful of a name that everyone from the Mayor to our own Board of Directors has trouble remembering and saying,” states Bureau president Richard Scharf. // More

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Denver Arts Week (November 14-22) gives parents an affordable opportunity to introduce kids to the exciting cultural scene in the Mile High City…all for free or at greatly reduced prices. // More

Denver Public Works is piloting new "smart" parking meters in the Downtown area in an effort to explore ways to make parking more convenient. The parking meters, which debut today, are solar powered, wireless and accept Visa and MasterCard credit and debit cards. The meters also accept nickels, dimes, quarters and dollar coins. // More

arts and culture | family | festivals and events

The second annual Denver Arts Week, November 14-22, celebrates all aspects of the Mile High City’s growing cultural scene, from world-class museums to hip art galleries, from Broadway-worthy performing arts to cutting-edge theater. Sponsored by VISIT DENVER, the arts celebration has more than 150 events that are being staged at seven arts districts around Denver and at dozens of museums, galleries and theaters. // More

festivals and events | shopping | Winter

Find your holiday spirit this season by joining the Yuletide Project in Cherry Creek North, Denver’s premier outdoor shopping and dining district where guests are part of the authentic outdoor holiday experience! // More

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Guests can see White-haired Infant Held by Black-haired Mother // More

arts and culture | family | attractions

The second annual Denver Arts Week, taking place November 14-22, 2008, highlights all sides of the Mile High City’s growing cultural scene, from world-class museums to hip art galleries, from Broadway-worthy performing arts to cutting-edge theater. // More

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Marking a hugely successful first year in the new building, MCA DENVER welcomed its 50,000th visitor on Friday October 24. The Museum set this unprecedented goal of first year attendance seeking to welcome 50,000 visitors from Denver and around the world by October 28, 2009, the one-year anniversary of the opening of the new facility at 1485 Delgany. // More

arts and culture | family | attractions | Winter

Opening on November 8, In Contemporary Rhythm: The Art of Ernest L. Blumenschein celebrates the life and art of one of New Mexico’s most accomplished painters. The 66 pieces on view, including major paintings, sketches and illustrations, provide a comprehensive view of the artist’s colorful and inventive works. // More

family | attractions | Winter

See Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield in a different light this holiday season, as you wind through a charming forest path decorated with more than 1 million colorful lights at the inaugural Trail of Lights – a new holiday tradition. // More

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Carried out in the form of a pop-up gallery, the museum will exist for less than one year - an institution with an expiration date. Contents for the Museum's monthly, rotating exhibitions are based entirely on community submissions. // More

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The Inverness Hotel in Englewood, Colo. is coordinating its first annual ‘Trash to Trees’ decorating competition to raise awareness about the importance of recycling and making eco-friendly choices, in particular during the holiday season. // More

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September 2008 – August 2010 // More

festivals and events | food and wine | Fall

The “Super Bowl” of beer returns to Denver, Colorado October 9-11, 2008, when the 27th Great American Beer Festival (GABF) taps its first keg. This year, the granddaddy of all U.S. beer festivals offers the largest collection of U.S. beer ever assembled – more than 1,900 different American beers will be available for tasting in one ounce samples. // More

arts and culture | festivals and events | attractions

Denver Post Office and local officials invite the community to celebrate a new Latin Jazz stamp at a FREE reception on Saturday, October 11, 2008, at 2:00 PM at the Museo de Las Americas, 861 Santa Fe Drive. There will be live music performed by the Colorado Conservatory for the Jazz Arts and live dance performances. // More

arts and culture | family | festivals and events | Fall

Based on a popular event in Paris, Denver will introduce “Night at the Museums” on November 14, 2008 – a festive evening where nearly a dozen of the city’s top museums will stay open late on a Friday night offering special events, music, food and fun – all for free! // More

arts and culture | festivals and events | attractions

Light your fire September 26 at the final Untitled of the season // More

arts and culture | meetings | festivals and events | Fall

Many events, including concerts, sports, signings and more are open to the public // More

The final day to see Landscapes from the Age of Impressionism is Sunday, September 7. // More

meetings | Democratic National Convention

In time for the 2008 Democratic National Convention, the Industry-leading Carbon Calculator Provides Tools to Reduce Carbon Footprint // More

TAG Restaurant Brings the Concept of “Continental Social Food” to the Mile High City’s Most Cosmopolitan Dining District // More

21,000 square foot comedy club, restaurant, lounge, & event facility. Tickets go on-sale Monday, August 18th at 10am // More

Negotiate the challenging twists and turns of the newly designed cornfield this fall at Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield’s annual Corn Maze – one of the most attended corn mazes in the country. // More

List based on TripAdvisor® editors and traveler popularity // More

The Denver Independent Network of Restaurants (DINR) (www.eatdenver.com), comprised of the area’s top independent restaurants, has created Harvest Week, a weeklong celebration of Colorado’s exceptional produce and products. Harvest Week is presented in partnership with the Colorado Wine Board, Colorado Proud, a statewide program that promotes local food and agriculture, and VISIT DENVER. // More

On Saturday, September 27th and Sunday, September 28th, 2008 the Tesoro Foundation will host the Eighth Annual Rendezvous at The Fort, from 10am to 5pm both days. // More

The City and County of Denver’s Division of Theatres and Arenas and the Colorado Symphony Orchestra (CSO) announced today that the Boettcher Concert Hall Acoustician Selection Committee has selected Akustiks to lead the acoustical design of the symphony hall renovation and expansion project. // More

Original benches at Red Rocks Amphitheatre, installed for the venue’s opening in 1941, have deteriorated over the course of the last 60 years. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to own a piece of Red Rocks! // More

The Congressional Medal of Honor Society members will award the Hollywood icon the Bob Hope Award for Excellence in Entertainment. // More

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The City and County of Denver’s Division of Theatres and Arenas will celebrate the 100th birthday of the Quigg Newton Denver Municipal Auditorium this week. The Newton Auditorium – now home to the Ellie Caulkins Opera House – is the oldest performance venue still operating in Denver. // More

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