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The Denver Blog

Tips for Enjoying Denver Airport Layovers

Is it really possible to enjoy an airport layover? In Denver, absolutely! Depending on how much time you have between flights, check out these ideas for experiencing all that Denver International Airport (DEN) and its surroundings have to offer. DEN is one of the most distinctive airports with a…

Denver's EDM Scene: Why Denver is a Dance Music Capital

The word is out — Denver is the next great EDM city. When you combine the abundance of music venues, concentration of passionate fans (particularly in bass music) and its storied history as a launchpad for emerging EDM talent, it’s easy to see Denver standing firmly at the forefront of the scene…

Denver’s Biggest Events for 2026

Start planning now for exciting events and festivals in Denver. Scroll down our month-by-month list andchoose from annual favorites, splashy debuts and exclusive showings. Make a night of it and take advantage of great hotel deals. …

Best Denver Thrift, Vintage and Consignment Shops

If you tend to eschew “fast fashion” and big-box stores in favor of thrift and secondhand shops, you’re not alone. Or if you want to lead an eco-conscious and sustainable lifestyle by upcycling, Denver has you covered. It was named the best city for thrifting by StorageCafe. More and more shoppers…

How to Spend a Day on Denver's Colfax Avenue

What do actor Don Cheadle, singer Judy Collins, astronaut Jack Swigert and Ruth Handler, the inventor of the Barbie doll, have in common? They all got their start on Colfax Avenue, famously nicknamed the “longest, wickedest street in America." The quote was dubiously attributed to Hugh Hefner in the…

Movies and TV Shows Filmed in Denver

Behold the Mile High City with its more than 300 hundred days of sunshine, a downtown that can do gritty or gleaming, and a beckoning backdrop of foothills that give way to the Rockies. When it comes to the big or small screen, Denver gives good face — whether the town’s an extra glimpsed in passing…

Juneteenth Music Festival in Denver

One of the nation's largest Juneteenth celebrations, Denver's free Juneteenth Music Festival is returning to the Five Points neighborhood with live entertainment on June 20, 2026. Celebrate with a parade, live performances, art, vendors and fun for the entire family. Juneteenth Parade WHEN:…

A Guide to Denver’s Film Festivals

Anyone who believes the movies don’t offer pleasures akin to binge-watching hasn’t been to Denver, where a slew of annual film festivals invites hours of all-consuming, thought-provoking or thrilling big-screen viewing. Even better, these weekend, weeklong or longer gatherings create spaces to…