There are plenty of ways to celebrate Halloween and Dia de Los Muertos this week in Denver. Start your week off with learning how to make kombucha or start your Dia de lo Muertos celebration early at Kachina Southwestern Grill. This weekend, head to Copper Kettle Brewing Company and try its new release and head to Breckenridge Brewing Company’s annual opening day party. With plenty going on, it’ll be easy to make this Halloween a memorable one.
Monday, October 30
Kombucha Making Class
Photo courtesy of altitude brewing co. and supply
When: Monday, October 30, 7 – 9:30 p.m.
Where: Altitude Brewing Co. & Supply — 2801 Walnut St., Denver
Cost: $39.99
The Lowdown: Kombucha isn’t always easy to find, but there’s a solution: Make it at home. Learn the techniques this Monday at Altitude Brewing Co. & Supply. The team is offering classes starting at $39.99 and a class package and DIY kombucha kit for $69.99. Reserve your spot today.
Tuesday, October 31
Dia De Los Muertos Celebration
Interior Shot courtesy of Kachina Denver.
When: Tuesday, October 31
Where: Kachina Southwestern Grill — 1890 Wazee Street, Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Kachina Southwestern Grill is celebrating Dia De Los Muertos in this week altar presentations, an inspired menu and more. Decorate a traditional skull-shaped sugar cookie and taste a 28-day mole negro or traditional pan de muerto from chef Jeff Bolton. This celebration lasts from Tuesday through Thursday, so be sure to stop by.
Zombie Cocktail Competition
Photo courtesy of 303 magazine
When: Tuesday, October 31, 7 – 10 p.m.
Where: Adrift — 218 S. Broadway, Denver
Cost: $10
The Lowdown: Celebrate this Halloween in true apocalyptic style at Adrift. Come dressed as a zombie and watch Denver’s best bartenders compete to make the best cocktail. Be sure to check out this showdown, the drinks will be to die for.
Service Industry Party
Photograph by Brent Andeck
When: Tuesday, October 31, 8 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Where: Mile High Spirits – Denver’s Distillery — 2201 Lawrence St., Suite A, Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Service industry workers are some of the most underappreciated members of the workforce. Mile High Spirits wants to celebrate your hard work on Halloween night with a costume contest, music and drinks at a great price.
HOWL-o-ween Doggie Costume Contest
Photo courtesy of Denver Beer Company
When: Tuesday, October 31, 5 – 8 p.m.
Where: Denver Beer Co. — 1695 Platte St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Denver Beer Co. is having another dog costume contest by popular demand. Dress your best for a chance to win best human costume, best dog costume or best pup and human costume. Each winner is awarded $25, so stop by for a scary good time.
Halloween Candy & Cider Pairing
Photo courtesy of Stem Ciders
When: Tuesday, October 31, 4 – 10 p.m.
Where: Stem Ciders — 2811 Walnut St., Unit 150, Denver
Cost: $15
The Lowdown: There’s only one way to celebrate Halloween as an adult: with candy and booze. This year you can find both paired together at Stem Ciders, where they’re pairing premier ciders with Starbursts, Kit Kats, Twix bars and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.
Wednesday, November 1
World Vegan Day
Jill’s restaurant. Photos courtesy of St. Julien Hotel + Spa
When: Wednesday, November 1, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Jill’s Restaurant + Bistro — 900 Walnut St., Boulder
Cost: $39.95 per person
The Lowdown: Jill’s Restaurant + Bistro is celebrating World Vegan Day with a special vegan menu. A four-course menu includes truffled eggplant puree brioche toast, roasted Munson Farm heirloom pumpkin soup with candied pepitas and more.
Thursday, November 2
Rebel Restaurant’s Third Annual Dia De Los Muertos Dinner
Rebel Restaurant lamb’s head. Photo by Danielle Herzog.
When: Thursday, November 2
Where: Rebel Restaurant — 3763 Wynkoop St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Celebrate Dia de los Muertos in a traditional fashion with Rebel Restaurant. There will be altars where customers can put pictures or mementos of loved ones in celebration of the holiday. Dinner is strictly candlelit and the staff’s faces are painted with sugar skull makeup to create an authentic ambiance.
Friday, November 3
2017 Well Bred Release
Photo courtesy of Copper Kettle Brewing Company
When: Friday, November 3, 2 – 10 p.m.
Where: Copper Kettle Brewing Company — 1388 S. Valentia St., Suite 100, Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Copper Kettle Brewing Company releases its bourbon barrel-aged barleywine this Friday. The 2017 edition features a sweet, creamy barleywine with notes of vanilla, cherry and bourbon. Head down and get yours while supplies last.
Whiskey For Water
photo courtesy of Leopold Brothers Distillery
When: Friday, November 3, 6 – 9 p.m.
Where: Leopold Brothers Distillery — 5285 Joliet St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Engineers Without Borders is partenering with Leopold Brothers Distillery, offering a tour that’s normally $20, for free. Featuring Arepas Caribbean food, this is one tour you don’t want to miss. Ten percent of all food and drink sales will go to Engineers Without Borders Ecuador project.
Día de los Muertos Party
Photo by Alysia Shoemaker
When: Friday, November 3, 11 a.m.
Where: The Intrepid Sojourner Beer Project — 925 W 8th Ave., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: This Friday, in celebration of Dia de los Muertos, the Intrepid Sojourner Beer Project is partnering with Mueso De Las Americas and First Friday Artwalk will be featuring Dia de los Muertos beers. Try a horchata milk stout or a mango habanero pilsner and get into the holiday spirit.
Saturday, November 4
Ales of Antiquity with Avery Special Project Manager Travis Rupp
Photo courtesy of The Intrepid Sojourner Beer Project
When: Saturday, November 4, 12:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Where: The Intrepid Sojourner Beer Project — 925 W. 8th Ave., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Travis Rupp, University of Colorado instructor, is taking customers of The Intrepid Sojourner Beer Project on a journey of the ancient east and showcasing some of the earliest forms of alcohol. The day will wrap up with live music and food from the Road Runner food truck.
Mockery Brewing 3rd Anniversary Block Party
Photo courtesy of Mockery Brewing.
When: Saturday, November 4, 12 – 11 p.m.
Where: Mockery Brewing — 3501 Delgany St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Mockery Brewing is celebrating its third year with a block party this Saturday with live music, games, food trucks and more than 20 beers on tap. The first 500 people get complimentary anniversary glasses, so get there early for a commemorative glass and a good time.
Breckenridge Brewery’s Opening Day Party
Breckenridge Brewery. Photo by Kyle Cooper.
When: Saturday, November 4, 6 – 10 p.m.
Where: Punch Bowl Social – 65 Broadway, Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: It’s time for Breckenridge Brewery’s annual opening day party at Punch Bowl Social. Get your skis or snowboard waxed before you hit the mountains, compliments of Breckenridge Brewery. The party also features giveaways and plenty of Breckenridge beer.
4th Anniversary Party and Beer Release
Photo Courtesy of Jagged Mountain Craft Brewery on Facebook
When: Saturday, November 4, 12 – 11 p.m.
Where: Jagged Mountain Brewing Company — 1139 20th St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Calling all beer lovers: This week, Jagged Mountain Brewing Company releases the Resident Dirtbag, a bourbon barrel-aged Belgian quad, this Saturday. The brewery is celebrating with limited release bottles, glassware and other merchandise.
Nightmare on Brett Sour Cherry Release
Photo by Alysia Shoemaker
When: Saturday, November 4, 12 – 10 p.m.
Where: Crooked Stave Artisan Beer Project — 3350 Brighton Blvd., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Crooked Stave is getting into the spooky spirit with their new dark, demonic release: Nightmare on Brett. Featuring Colorado Montmorency Cherries, this dark cherry sour is something you’ll want to stock up on while supplies last.
Sunday, November 5
Colorado Coffee Festival & Expo
Photo by Lucy Beaugard
When: Sunday, November 5, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: The Space Gallery — 400 Santa Fe Blvd., Denver
Cost: $25
The Lowdown: Colorado’s biggest coffee expo is coming to Denver this Sunday and will be open to the public this year. Come meet Colorado’s best suppliers, roasters and coffee shops and sample the best coffee in the state. Get your tickets here.
WheelHouse Canning Co. Launch Party
Photo courtesy of Wheel House
When: Sunday, November 5, 2 – 5 p.m.
Where: LOW Country Kitchen — 1575 Boulder St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Come down to LOW Country Kitchen and try some artisanal canned cocktails. Featuring music from The Hell Yea Say and appetizers to complement the cocktails. Stop by this Sunday.
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Mark Your Calendars
The Butterfly’s Ball and the Grasshopper’s Feast — Insect Dinner at El Five
When: November 7, 5 – 7:30 p.m.
Where: 2930 Umatilla, Fifth Floor, Denver
Cost: $80 — tickets here
Denver Food and Gift Festival
When: November 17 – 19
Where: National Western Complex — 4655 Humboldt St., Denver
Cost: $14 for entry