Denver is filled with festive pre-Halloween fun this week. From spooky zombie costume parties to seasonal cooking classes, you’ll definitely be in the fall and Halloween spirit. You’ll have plenty of chances to show off your Halloween costume(s) with parties filled with mouthwatering food and festive fall drinks. You can even rediscover the fun of trick-or-treating again with a chance to explore one of the best drinking districts of Denver in disguise.
Monday, October 23
Sojourner Beer Talks
Photo by Alysia Shoemaker
When: Monday, 7 p.m.
Where: The Interprid Sojourner Beer Project — 925 W. 8 Ave., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Celebrate the Day of the Dead with an arts and crafts fiesta. Spend the night creating your very own sugar skulls to commemorate those who have died and sip upon some Sojourner Beer Project brews.
Cozy Casseroles Workshop
Photo courtesy of Stir Cooking School
When: Monday, 6:30
Where: Stir Cooking School — 3215 Zuni St., Denver
Cost: $75 — tickets here
The Lowdown: Create some home cooked goodness with an opportunity to cook up five unique casserole dishes. Enjoy comfort classics from seasonal squash to shrimp flavors to feed you and your family for days.
Tuesday, October 24
Ten Ton Party
Steamed eggplant at Hop Alley. Photo by Noah Berg
When: Tuesday, 5 – 7 p.m.
Where: Hop Alley — 3500 Larimer St., Denver
Cost: Free admission — tickets here
The Lowdown: Scraps and Hop Alley have collectively preserved more than 10 tons of compostable material by bike alone. Come join Hop Alley in its efforts to launch the reusable revolution, and learn how you can live more sustainably while enjoying some drinks.
Beer Dinner Featuring Black Bottle Brewery
Photo courtesy of Black Bottle Brewery
When: Tuesday, 7 – 10 p.m.
Where: The Walnut Room — 3131 Walnut St., Denver
Cost: $25 — tickets here
The Lowdown: Four of the best of Black Bottle Brewery’s beers will be paired with four delicious dishes for only $25. This feast will also feature some beer facts to take with you and sound knowledgeable at parties.
Wednesday, October 25
Hawaiian Harvest Luau
Photo by Brittany Werges.
When: Wednesday, 6 – 9 p.m.
Where: Adrift — 218 S. Broadway, Denver
Cost: $30 — tickets here
The Lowdown: A traditional all-you-can-eat Hawaiian feast will help you swing your way into the fall season for just $20. Adrift Tiki Bar drinks will serve festive dishes such as Kona Kahula Pork. Polynesian dancers will perorm to complete your night with Hula lessons.
Spooky Beer & Cookie Pairing at Seed Stock Brewery
Photo by Seedstock Brewery
When: Wednesday, 6 – 8 p.m.
Where: Seedstock Brewery — 3610 W. Colfax Ave., Denver
Cost: $12
The Lowdown: Come try out four different beer and cookie combos. Come in costume for the chance to win an additional beer and cookie pair.
Thursday, October 26
Sip Sip Hooray October Wine Tasting
Photo courtesy of Rialto Cafe
When: Thursday, 5 – 7 p.m
Where: Rialto Cafe — 934 16 St., Denver
Cost: $25
The Lowdown: Ensure you’re prepared for the holiday party season by sampling five different wines paired exclusively with party bites so you’ll be able to keep your guests intrigued from appetizer through dessert.
Burritos For Boobs
Photo by Rachelle Foos
When: Thursday, 7 a.m. – Friday 2:30 a.m.
Where: Illegal Pete’s, all locations
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Illegal Pete’s is helping to raise awareness for Breast Cancer by donating 20 percent of its proceeds on Thursday to The American Cancer Society. Munch on some scrumptious burritos and make a difference.
Friday, October 27
Dia De Los Muertos Fiesta
Photo by Brittany Werges
When: Friday, 6- 11 p.m.
Where: Work & Class — 2500 Larimer St., Denver
Cost: $100— tickets here
The Lowdown: Help give back to earthquake relief efforts in Mexico while indulging in an extensive Latin0-inspired feast. Music, face paintings and costumes should make this an unforgettable fiesta.
Saturday, October 28
Marczyk’s Surf & Turf & The Infinite Monkey Theorem
Photo by Lucy Beaugard
When: Saturday, 4 – 7 p.m.
Where: The Infinite Monkey Theorem— 3200 Larimer St., Denver
Cost: $25
The Lowdown: Burgers and oysters are in order at this Infinite Monkey Theorem dinner. Take a tour, sip on spirits and sample fresh seafood at its urban winery in RiNo.
3rd Annual Ratio Halloween Party
Photo courtesy of Ratio Beerworks
When: Saturday, 8 p.m. – 1 a.m.
Where: Ratio Beer Works — 2920 Larimer St., Denver
Cost: Free admission — tickets here
The Lowdown: Wild costumes, ’90s vibes and unbeatable beers make this a must-go Halloween party. Enjoy live music, Dark Beer Lands beer and a costume contest to top off this spooky night.
Great Gatsby Zombie Ball
Photo courtesy of Nocturne
When: Saturday, 6-11:55 p.m.
Where: Nocturne — 1330 27 St., Denver
Cost: $15- 330 based on seats. Get tickets here.
The Lowdown: Adorn your best zombie flapper gear as you enjoy a decadent four-course meal and listen to some smooth jazz. This ghoulish ball will give guests the opportunity to enjoy an otherworldly night out in 1920s style.
Halloween Shenanigans at Zuni Street
Photo courtesy of Zuni St. Brewing
When: Saturday, 12-10 p.m.
Where: Zuni Street Brewing Company —2355 W. 29 St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Enjoy some exciting Halloween festivities at Zuni Street this Saturday from pumpkin carving to kickboxing. The Tight Five Duo will top things off with some rock-n-roll blues.
Sunday, October 29
Adult Trick or Treating
Photo courtesy of Drink RiNo on Facebook.
When: Sunday, 1-7 p.m
Where: Across RiNo
Cost: $20 — tickets here
The Lowdown: Wander The Drink RiNo district for all sorts of drinkable goodies. You’ll receive a Drink Rino trick or treat back, a coin and a punch card to create the ultimate adult trick or treating experience.
8-Course Fall Harvest Dinner
Photo by Megan Barber
When: Sunday, 5-8 p.m.
Where: Charcoal Restaurant— 43 W. 9th Ave., Denver
Cost: $55 — tickets here
The Lowdown: Charcoal Restaurant is going completely Vegan for the night and you’re invited to stop by and enjoy an eight-course meal. If you ever wondered what Vegans actually eat, here’s your chance to taste some fall favorites.
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Mark Your Calendars
Rock A Belly Festival
When: November 4, 5 – 9 p.m.
Where: 900 Auraria Parkway, Denver
Cost: $50
Denver Food and Gift Festival
When: November 17 – 19
Where: National Western Complex — 4655 Humboldt St., Denver
Cost: $14 for entry