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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…

Denver’s Biggest Events for 2026-27

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. …

Denver Art in 1 Day: A Museum Walking Tour

Denver's art world is booming, and thanks to the city's walkability, visitors can experience some of the best fine art attractions on foot in a single day, from the world-class collections at Denver Art Museum to the otherworldly realms at Meow Wolf Denver. This 3.5-mile tour starts at one end of…

Things to Do This Spring and Summer in Denver

Whether you’re looking for world-class museums, live concerts or outdoor fun, Denver is the perfect spot for your next spring or summer getaway. On top of that, the city has amazing cuisine from every corner of the globe and the freshest local ingredients. With blue skies and tons of sunshine, it’s…

Free Things to Do This Spring and Summer in Denver

Denver's spring and summer months are packed with free things to do like strolling through the city's vast park system, checking out rock 'n' roll memorabilia at Rockmount Ranch Wear, looking for vivid street art, going on a Great Divide Brewery tour, hiking at Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre or…

Things to Do in Denver in the Fall

Fall is an exceptionally wonderful time to visit Denver with crisp air, mild weather and tons of things to see and do from cultural festivals to outdoor fun. Also, National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 each year. What makes the Mile High City truly special is that…

Free Things to Do This Fall in Denver

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:…

Immersive Art in Denver

Open a neon portal to a new universe, don a mask and wander through a fairy folklore or solve a murder mystery before the final reveal. Decades before immersive art started trending, Denver artists were already experimenting with light, sound and audience interaction. That early push to blur the…