The Mile High City is in for an exciting week leading all the way up to Easter Sunday, and that’s no April fools joke! Kick the week off with dinner and a movie, and Tuesday head over to 33rd street to learn how to cook Middle Eastern cuisine from the best. With all these great events going on in town this week, it really is a shame that you can only be in one place at a time.
Monday, March 26
Ratio’s Stay Gold Release & The Outsiders at Alamo Drafthouse
When: Monday, March 26, 8 – 10 p.m.
Where: Alamo Drafthouse — 4255 W Colfax Ave., Denver
Cost: $8
The Lowdown: Ratio Beerworks is re-releasing one of its best selling beers to kick the week off. The spring Marzen lager will be available starting at 8 p.m. featuring the release of the King of Carrot Flowers saison and a special screening of a classic ’80s movie, The Outsiders. Get your tickets today.
Dinner and a Movie
When: Monday, March 26, 7 – 10 p.m.
Where: Invisible City — 1545 Julian St., Denver
Cost: $45
The Lowdown: Mondays have a way of dragging on, accentuating the Monday blues. However, if you head to Invisible City this Monday, you’ll be able to enjoy your day with dinner and a movie. For just $45 you can get dinner and entertainment taken care of for the night. Get your tickets today.
Tuesday, March 27
Middle Eastern Cooking Class
When: Tuesday, March 27, 6 – 9 p.m.
Where: Meet the Middle East — 1031 33rd St., Denver
Cost: $45
The Lowdown: Middle Eastern cuisine is all about community, quality time and all the food your stomach can handle. This Tuesday Meet the Middle East will be hosting a cooking class so you can bring a little bit of their home into yours. This class will be taught by Middle Eastern mothers with family recipes as old as time. Be sure to bring a knife and Tupperware for all the leftovers. Get your tickets today.
Cupcakes and Wine at Infinite Monkey Theorem
When: Tuesday, March 27, 6 – 8 p.m.
Where: The Infinite Monkey Theorem — 3200 Larimer St., Denver
Cost: $20
The Lowdown: The Infinite Monkey Theorem will be partnering with Good Sugar Baking to bring a cupcake and wine pairing to the Mile High City. For $20 you’ll get three delicately chosen pairings. Get there early while supplies last.
Wednesday, March 28
The Prisoner Wine Dinner
When: Wednesday, March 28, 6 – 9 p.m.
Where: Del Frisco’s Grille — 100 St Paul St., Denver suite 140
Cost: $95
The Lowdown: The Prisoner Wine Company will be making an appearance at Del Frisco’s this Wednesday for a special evening of food and wine. Featuring premium wine paired with each course, a four-course meal prepared by chef Dan Kane and gourmet food that’ll be sure to enlighten your week. Make your reservations today.
Morin Pop-up Dinner
When: Wednesday, March 28, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Where: Morin — 1600 15th St., Denver
Cost: $150
The Lowdown: This Wednesday, Morin will host a pop-up dinner somewhere in Denver. For $150 you will get dinner and a paired cocktail, with accommodations for dietary restrictions. Tickets are bought by emailing morin5280@gmail.com, and the location will be disclosed after a ticket is purchased. It’s like a mysterious culinary scavenger hunt.
Easter Egg Decorating + Wine & Board
When: Wednesday, March 28, 6 – 8 p.m.
Where: ViewHouse Eatery, Bar & Rooftop — 2015 Market St., Denver
Cost: $20
The Lowdown: The Viewhouse is putting a spin on its wine + board night by adding a little bit of Easter flair to it. $20 will get you a cheese board, a bottle of wine and four eggs to decorate in whichever way our heart desires. If you don’t have any art supplies, don’t worry — paint, brushes and everything else will be supplied for all in attendance. Make your reservations today.
Thursday, March 29
Oasis Brewing Company Grand Opening!
When: Thursday, March 29, 5 – 11 p.m.
Where: Oasis Brewing Company — 3257 N Lowell Blvd., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Oasis Brewing Company opens its doors for the first time this Thursday. In celebration of the big day, there will be five of their own award-winning beers on tap like the Scarab Red Ale, Tut Brown Ale and the Oasis Pale Ale. Just to sweeten the pot, drinks will be at happy hour pricing all night long. Be sure to stop in between 6 and 8 p.m. to catch Hazel Miller Trio’s live set.
Red Sox Opening Day Lobster Boil!
When: Thursday, March 29, 1 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Where: The Elm — 5001 E Colfax Ave., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: The Elm, Denver’s favorite New England bar, will be celebrating the Red Sox’s opening day in true New England fashion. Featuring a fresh lobster boil, secret giveaways and what’s sure to be an exciting baseball game, the festivities might make you forget how far from the ocean we really are. Make your reservations today.
Friday, March 30
2nd Anniversary Party
When: Friday, March 30 – 31, 2 – 11 p.m.
Where: Seedstock Brewery — 3610 W Colfax Ave., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: The Seedstock Brewery on West Colfax has reached its second year of business and they need your help to celebrate. Come dressed in a traditional German outfit (think lederhosen) and receive a free stein. This celebration is on Friday and Saturday so be sure to check it out.
Final Friday Easter Egg Hunt for Adults
When: Friday, March 30, 6 – 10 p.m.
Where: Englewood Grand — 3435 S Broadway, Englewood
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Hunting for eggs is a memory most of us have that fills our soul with nostalgia. This Friday you can relive those nostalgic memories with the Final Friday Easter Egg Hunt for adults. Featuring art, live music and specials from local businesses, there has never been a better reason to be in Englewood.
Brest-Denver Beer Tapping
When: Friday, March 30, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Renegade Brewing Company — 925 W 9th Ave., Denver
Cost: $15
The Lowdown: This year marks a special anniversary for Denver — a 70-year sister-city relationship with Brest, France. To celebrate, Renegade Brewing Company is tapping a sister city beer, the first of its kind. This event kicks off at 5:30 and is expected to be busy so be sure to get there early while supplies last. Get your tickets today.
Saturday, March 31
Cheers To 4 Years!
When: Saturday, March 31, 12 – 11:59 p.m.
Where: Jefferson Park Pub — 2445 Eliot St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Jefferson Park Pub has reached four years of business and is having a party to celebrate. Featuring drink specials, the Rolling Smoke BBQ food truck and a bartender reunion, this is an anniversary party you won’t want to miss.
National Oyster on the Half Shell Day
When: Saturday, March 31, 4 – 10 p.m.
Where: Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar — 1539 17th St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Celebrate national oyster on the half shell day with Jax Fish House this Saturday. All oysters will be priced for happy hour all night long, which means oysters are just $1.50 each! This event is expected to fill up so reservations are encouraged, make yours today.
Blue Moon Celebration
When: Saturday, March 31, 6 – 10 p.m.
Where: Blue Moon RiNo — 3750 Chestnut Pl, Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Blue Moon in RiNo is celebrating the lunar blue moon on Saturday by having a special tapping of Orange Blossom Honey Kolsch. Featuring live music, food specials and all the beer you can handle, the brewery wants to make this party good enough to last until the next lunar blue moon.
Rooftop Patio Opening Party
When: Saturday, March 31, 2 – 5 p.m.
Where: LOW Country Kitchen — 1575 Boulder St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Another winter has come and gone, and that means we can all start enjoying the outdoors again. That’s why LOW Country Kitchen is opening its rooftop patio this weekend. There will be specials on food, drinks and live music, so stop by and enjoy the sunny weather with LOW.
Sunday, April 1
Homebrew Workshop: Live Demonstration
When: Sunday, April 1, 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Where: Zuni Street Brewing Company — 2355 W 29th Ave., Denver
Cost: $250 – $300
The Lowdown: For all those looking to do something beyond the traditional Easter egg hunt or Easter brunch then look no further. Zuni street brewing company will be hosting a homebrewing workshop for anyone looking to get into homebrewing or is just generally curious a to how one brews beer at home. This workshop will be taught by Zuni’s head brewer Willy “Warhammer” Truettner with help from assistant brewer Riley O’Connor. Get your tickets today.
Easter Sunday Brunch
When: Sunday, April 1, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: Tavernetta — 1889 16th St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Switch it up this Easter and head to Tavernetta for an Italian inspired Easter brunch. Tavernetta will be offering a genuine Italian experience true to Mediterranean hospitality. This brunch is set to be a busy one so be sure to make your reservations today.
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