National Hispanic Heritage Month, from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 each year, commemorates the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. The celebration begins each year on Sept. 15, the anniversary of…
Go ahead, smile at the notion that the boundaries for Denver’s proposed Lavender Hill Cultural District are a wee bit fluid. After all, the ever-inclusive LGBTQ+ term is nothing if not expansive, so it's only fitting that the district spans several neighborhoods. While the perimeter of the nascent…
Enjoy the best Denver has to offer this fall without stretching your budget. The Mile High City is packed with free festivals, attractions and activities that will keep you busy all season long! See more free events and activities year-round. Sunnyside Music Festival WHEN: Sept. 12, 2026 WHERE:…
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…
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…
Father's Day is Sunday, June 21, 2026, which means it's time to start planning a special day for your dad in The Mile High City! Here are a few ideas to get you started, plus great hotel deals if you're traveling to Denver to spend time with Dad. Father's Day Weekend Events & Activities Civic…
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. …
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…
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…
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…
