This week, head to Larimer Square for a Dia de Los Muertos celebration. On Halloween, attend one of the four fun events including a dance party, spooky soiree, craft brew ball, or cosmic ping pong tournament!
Dia de los Muertos on Larimer Square
When: October 30, 6-9 p.m.
Where: Larimer Square, 1430 Larimer St., Denver
The Low Down: Larimer Square is excited to host its first Dia de los Muertos celebration. This holiday, also referred to as Day of the Dead, is a holiday that is observed throughout Mexico. Join in and help honor the lives of loved ones who have passed. The event will be fun for all with live music, tequila tastings, salsa dance lessons, sugar skull mask decorating, face painting, and more!
Hallowfreaknween 2015
When: October 31, 7 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Where: National Western Stock Show, 4655 Humboldt St, Denver
Cost: VIP $75, GA $45
Tickets: Available here
The Low Down: Global Dance is proud to present one of Colorado’s biggest Halloween costume parties, Hallowfreaknween! With cool beats and some tasty treats, everyone will dance together straight into the witching hour. Don’t let the dancing spirits scare you away, for this is a spine-tingling night you wont want to miss!
A Spooky Speakeasy Soiree
When: October 31, 9 p.m.
Where: 1080 14th St., Denver
Cost: $20, $30 at the door
Tickets: Available here
The Low Down: Calling all ghostly gangsters, sexy starlets, politicians, and bootleggers. Venture to Epernay’s Speakeasy Lounge on Halloween night to enjoy boozy treats, delicious drinks, live music, and a burlesque show. Dress to impress, for the roaring ’20s have been resurrected.
Halloween Craft Brew Ball
When: October 31, 1 – 6 p.m.
Where: Wonderland Brewing Company, 5450 W 120th Ave., Broomfield
Cost: VIP $65, GA (with sampling) $30, GA (entry only) $10, Accompanied minors are free
The Low Down: Celebrate Halloween with Wonderland Brewing Company, Colorado Beer Trail, and local guest craft brewers. Win $250 for the best costume, or partake in four hours of sampling with 13 Colorado craft breweries. DJ Shack O’Love and Mojomama cover the music while you roam around and enjoy food truck fare, play games, or get a temporary tattoo! This event will be fun for all ages, so don’t hesitate to bring the mini ghosts and goblins.
Cosmic Pong
When: October 31, 8 p.m. – 1 a.m.
Where: Ace Eat Serve; 501 E. 17th Ave., Denver
Reservations: 303-830-1001
The Low Down: Ace Eat Serve is taking ping pong to a whole new level. On Halloween night, it will transform its pong room into Cosmic Pong—a room filled with black lights, strobes, lasers, and fog. For the night’s entertainment, DJ Jack Burton will be spinning everything from R&B to funk and soul. Be sure to check out the food, cocktail & pong packages available. Starting at 8 p.m., the bar will be serving $1 off all drafts, $4 sake, $5 select cocktails, and $4 shot specials.
Mark Your Calendar (3-9)
Opening Day Party
When: November 6, 6 – 10 p.m.
Where: Punch Bowl Social, 65 Broadway, Denver
Rock-A-Belly Festival
When: November 7, 5 – 9 p.m.
Where: Turnhalle at Tivoli – Metropolitan State University of Denver, 900 Auraria Pkwy., Denver
Cost: $50
Tickets: Available here
Deck the Mall
When: November 7, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Where: 16th Street Mall, 1001 16th St., Denver
Pancakes and Booze Art Show
When: November 7, 8 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Where: City Hall Amphitheater, 1144 Broadway st., Denver
Cost: $5 (must be 21+)
Denver Bacon and Beer Festival
When: November 8, 2:30 – 5 p.m.
Where: The Glitter Dome, 3600 Wynkoop St., Denver
Cost: VIP $75, GA $25
Tickets: Available here