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July is right around the corner and Denver has some chill events to transition you into the new month. Start off your week by seeing some meaningful art at Little Brown Skin Girl Part 3 and end it by listening to some funky beats from Brownout + Money Chicha. Whatever you make of the week, be sure to check out this roundup of events in Denver.
Monday, June 25
Little Brown Skin Girl Part 3
When: June 25, 12 – 7 p.m.
Where: Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library, 2401 Welton St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library continues its exhibition of Lia Nelson-James’ work with Little Brown Skin Girl Part 3. The exhibition features collage pieces that give a deeper insight into positive experiences that girls and women of color have in their lives. Each artwork tells a story of a different individual’s life.
SeriesFest
When: June 25, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Red Rocks Amphitheater, 18300 W Alameda Pkwy, Morrison
Cost: $24 – $120 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Listen to Lady Antebellum and watch Kevin Costner in Yellowstone at SeriesFest. You can dance to the country beats of the hit songs from the band’s new album “Heartbreaker” and take in the amazing sights of Red Rocks. If you love country music and watching movies on The Rocks, you need to attend.
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Power Vinyasa
When: June 25, 6 – 7 p.m.
Where: Denver’s Civic Center Park, Colfax and Bannock St., Denver
Cost: Free and open to the public
The Lowdown: Take a deep breath and flow through Power Vinyasa on the Great Lawn. The class is led by an instructor from The River Yoga and allows you to let go of the stress that Monday brings. You can practice at your own pace, as all levels are welcome. Make sure to bring a mat and water to stay hydrated.
Christmas in June Movie Night
When: June 25, 6 – 10 p.m.
Where: ViewHouse Ballpark, 2015 Market St., Denver
Cost: $20 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Celebrate the holidays with a Christmas in June Movie Night. You can see a screening of the Christmas classic Elf. The movie features a storyline of Buddy the Elf trying to find his father and his true identity while having an amazing Christmas adventure. The proceeds of the event benefit Special Olympics Colorado. The ticket price includes the movie, light bites, games and one drink ticket.
God Save the Queens
When: June 25, 9 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Where: Hi-Dive Denver, 7 S Broadway, Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Get your punk on at God Save the Queens. The event celebrates Pride Month with a dance party to end all dance parties. You can watch performances from Dita Von Sleaze, Heavenly Powers, Rachel Allen Dennis and jam out to beats from DJ Dutch Confetti all throughout the night.
Tuesday, June 26
Vinyl Records Night
When: June 26, 7 – 10 p.m.
Where: Ratio Beerworks, 2920 Larimer St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Ratio Beerworks hosts Vinyl Records Night. You can take a chance at spinning your favorite vinyl in the Ratio Taproom. You can also bring records to swap with other attendees and snag a few from Something Vinyl Club’s mobile record store.
Festival de la Familia Denver
When: June 26, 4 p.m. – 12 a.m.
Where: Denver Coliseum, 4600 Humboldt St., Denver
Cost: Free – $20 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Celebrate your week by attending Festival de la Familia Denver. You can ride the best carnival rides, such as the “Freak-out” and the “Sky Trip,” dig into food, drinks and more while you peruse the sights and embrace a weeknight fiesta. If you miss it on Tuesday, don’t worry, the fiesta runs until July 1.
Hustle + Flow
When: June 26, 12:15 – 1 p.m.
Where: Denver’s Civic Center Park, Colfax and Bannock St., Denver
Cost: Free and open to the public
The Lowdown: Build up a sweat at Hustle + Flow. The 45-minute burn features a strength and cardio portion then later a yoga flow to cool down. You can work your muscles and get out of the house. All levels are welcome and be sure to bring water to stay hydrated.
Wednesday, June 27
Bike to Work Day
When: June 27, 6:30 – 9 a.m.
Where: Skyline Park, 16th and Arapahoe St., Denver
Cost: Free register here
The Lowdown: Take a day off from driving and pedal it out during Bike to Work Day. You can ride to Skyline Park for pancakes, coffee, bike tune-ups and more to make the most of your productive day. The day promotes healthy living, sustainability and of course, getting out on your bike.
Grease 40th Anniversary Celebration
When: June 27, 7:30 – 10 p.m.
Where: Denver Museum of Nature & Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver
Cost: $9.95 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Don your best ’50s era garb for a Grease 40th Anniversary Celebration. Denver Museum of Nature & Science presents a viewing of Grease, the classic film with John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John in their prime.
Scoop of Jazz
When: June 27, 7 – 10 p.m.
Where: Little Man Ice Cream, 2620 16th St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Listen to some sweet smooth music at Scoop of Jazz. The event features live beats from Alejandro Castaño and scoops of cold ice cream from Little Man Ice Cream to cool you off from the warm summer heat every Wednesday evening.
Golden Triangle Public Art Tour
When: June 27, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Where: McNichols Building, 144 W Colfax Ave., Denver
Cost: Free register here
The Lowdown: Take a look at the amazing public art around Denver at a Golden Triangle Public Art Tour. The tour takes you around the public art stationed near the Denver Art Museum, History Colorado and the Denver Public Library. The tour is lead by a public art docent.
Bike T’werk Day
When: June 27, 6 – 9:30 a.m.
Where: Zeppelin Station, 3501 Wazee St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Pump your pedals for Bike T’werk Day. The day features a bike to a breakfast club with amazing bites, cocktails and more. The third edition of this event will feature beats from DJ Neon Brown, a curated breakfast menu and bike related demonstrations. Wunder Werks teamed up with Zeppelin Station, Denver Cruiser Ride and Zeppelin for the delightful free breakfast to celebrate Bike to Work Day.
Film For All Seasons
When: June 27, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Where: Landmark’s Esquire Theatre, 590 Downing St., Denver
Cost: $8.50 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Cool off from the summer sun at Film For All Seasons. The event features a screening of Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas — a film that follows a crazy adventure of Raoul Duke, played by Johnny Depp and Dr. Gonzo, played by Benicio Del Toro — inspired by the novel written by Hunter S. Thompson.
The Denverite Detour
When: June 27, 4 – 8 p.m.
Where: Shift Workspaces Bannock, 1001 Bannock St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: While you are riding your bike on Bike to Work Day you can take a break at The Denverite Detour. The event features a street party with refreshing drinks, foods and more. You can dance to beats from a DJ, eat from food trucks and peruse vendors and then continue your journey home to round out the day.
Thursday, June 28
3 Things, Any 3 Things
When: June 28, 7 p.m.
Where: Museum of Contemporary Art Denver, 1485 Delgany St., Denver
Cost: $10 – $15 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) Denver presents 3 Things, Any 3 Things. The ongoing exhibition features three distinct things that may or may not be related. This Thursday’s exhibition showcases Music for Plants, Whiskey and Hip Hop Harpist with guests Carlo Patrao, Erin Newton and Ryan Negley.
Arts Caravan
When: June 28, 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Where: Syntax Physic Opera, 554 S Broadway, Denver
Cost: $10 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Syntax Physic Opera hosts Arts Caravan. The event features a circus night with entertainment from slapstick comedian Reid Belstock, mentalist Draco Alexander and sweet sounds from Diana Sabreen. You can also have a chance at becoming hypnotized by Ms. Natalie Franciose and enjoy a performance from Zia Pixie.
Road Less Traveled
When: June 28, 7 – 9 p.m.
Where: Landt Creative Spaces, 1528 Teller St., Lakewood
Cost: $35 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Landt Creative Spaces presents A Road Less Traveled. The event features a class to teach acrylic painting. You can learn how to create your own acrylic painting from the instruction of Tabetha Landt. The ticket price includes all of the art supplies needed.
The Light Shines On
When: June 28, 6 – 8 p.m.
Where: Sie FilmCenter, 2510 E Colfax Ave., Denver
Cost: Free register here
The Lowdown: View a screening of The Light Shines On. The film features a look into the lives of George Norlin — the former CU president, Mary Rippon — the first female professor at a State University, Nobel Laureates and the astronauts that boarded the Columbia and the Challenger space shuttles. Following the film, you can participate in a Q&A with the producer of the film and indulge in light drinks and bites.
Friday, June 29
Final Friday
When: June 29, 7 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Where: Varying Locations Check here
Cost: $5 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Party all night long to great music at Final Friday. Although the event happens all over Denver at various locations, each different locale throws its own block party. You can listen to music from multiple artists and delight in local food and drink. The ticket price is a donation for the artists, businesses and musicians that are involved in the series.
Skingraft Denver Grand Opening
When: June 29, 6 – 9 p.m.
Where: The Source Hotel and Market Hall, 3330 Brighton Blvd., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: The Source presents a Skingraft grand opening. The opening features a first look at the new Skingraft location where the stylish and “performance art-inspired fashion” (according to their website) can now be found. You can shop from the collections, sip on cocktails from the RiNo Yacht Club, munch on bites from Smōk – Denver and jam out to beats from a DJ.
Dan and Phil
When: June 29, 8 – 11 p.m.
Where: Bellco Theatre, 700 14th St., Denver
Cost: $20 – $354 get tickets here
The Lowdown: The hit radio broadcasters and YouTubers Dan and Phil have made their way to Denver. Their rise to fame came from their hit YouTube series The Super Amazing Project which then landed them a BBC radio series on Sundays. You can listen to the two talk about their experiences on YouTube, their lives and a look into their upcoming exciting plans.
Celso Piña + iZCALLi
When: June 29, 6 – 10 p.m.
Where: Levitt Pavilion Denver, 1380 W Florida Ave., Denver
Cost: Free – $30 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Levitt Pavilion Denver continues its free concert series with a performance from Celso Piña + iZCALLi. You can listen to the live music from Piña — a Mexican singer, accordionist and composer — and iZCALLi — a former Spanish rock artist.
Dive-In Movie
When: June 29, 7:30 – 10 p.m.
Where: Elitch Gardens, 2000 Elitch Cir., Denver
Cost: Free with $29.99 Entry fee here
The Lowdown: Forget about drive-in movies, what about dive-in movies? Find your way to the cool water in Elitches while kicking back to watch a film at a “Dive-In Movie.” The night features a screening of Despicable Me 3. The film features a story about three adopted girls under the care of their adopted father Gru — which of course only leads to chaos.
Saturday, June 30
Summer Fitness
When: June 30, 10:30 – 11:30 p.m.
Where: The Westin Denver Downtown, 1672 Lawrence St., Denver
Cost: Free register here
The Lowdown: The Westin Denver Downtown hosts Summer Fitness. You can workout on the pool deck with the use of Sound Off Colorado technology. Lace up your sneakers for the class and then relax with refreshing snacks and sips by the pool. You can also dance your heart out to beats from a DJ.
4th of July Weekend
When: June 30 – July 4
Where: ViewHouse Ballpark, 2015 Market St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: ViewHouse is kicking off the summer holiday early with a 4th of July Weekend. The weekend features a dance party, Sunday Funday and more. Dress up in your best red, white and blue gear for a ton of weekend fun.
Elizabeth Rex
When: June 30, 7:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Where: The Bug Theatre, 3654 Navajo St., Denver
Cost: $15 get tickets here
The Lowdown: The Bug Theatre presents Elizabeth Rex, a play about the former Queen Elizabeth I. The play features a story about the Queen meeting Ned, an actor who teaches her about love, passion and identity. The play is meant to take a deeper dive into the Queen’s life and paint a more accurate picture.
Denver Families Belong Together Rally
When: June 30, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where: Denver’s Civic Center Park, Colfax and Bannock St., Denver
Cost: Free and open to the public
The Lowdown: Denver is making a statement at the Denver Families Belong Together. You can come together with others to make your voice heard about recent decisions in the Trump administration regarding immigrant families. Make the push to present how you feel about the issue and march for your beliefs.
STILLness
When: June 30, 8:45 – 10 a.m.
Where: Clyfford Still Museum, 1250 Bannock St., Denver
Cost: Free register here
The Lowdown: Take time to calm and center yourself at STILLness. The event features a guided meditation from the combined effort of the Clyfford Still Museum, Shambhala Meditation Center of Denver and Zen Center of Denver. Be ready to take a spot in the galleries and quiet your inner thoughts.
Sunday, July 1
The Weird and Wonderful Museum of Zines
When: July 1, 1 – 3 p.m.
Where: Denver Zine Museum, 2400 Curtis St., Denver
Cost: $25 – $30 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Explore the special collections of zines at The Weird and Wonderful Museum of Zines. You can take inspiration from the zines and then create your own custom zine to take home with you. No worries about having experience as the event is for anyone and everyone.
Van’s Warped Tour
When: July 1, 6 – 9 p.m.
Where: Pepsi Center, 1000 Chopper Cir., Denver
Cost: $45 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Van’s Warped Tour makes its stop in Denver this Sunday. You can jam out to a variety of different bands and bring back that nostalgia of your adolescent years. See the performances of bands such as The Maine, We The Kings and Black Veil Brides as they rock out and embrace that fuck you attitude.
Brownout + Money Chicha
When: July 1, 4 – 8 p.m.
Where: Levitt Pavilion Denver, 1380 W Florida Ave., Denver
Cost: Free – $30 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Levitt Pavilion Denver ends the weekend with another free concert. You can listen to Brownout + Money Chicha live. Brownout features a psychedelic funk sound and Money Chicha is an offshoot of Brownout that features super funky beats from Grupo Fantasma.
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Mark Your Calendars
11th Annual Highland 4th of July Parade
When: July 4, 8 a.m, – 12 p.m.
Where: 2600 17th St., Denver
Cost: Free and open to the public
Cherry Creek Arts Festival
When: July 6, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Where: Cherry Creek North Shopping District, 299 S Milwaukee St., Denver
Cost: Free and open to the public
Yellow Submarine Film
When: July 9, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Landmark’s Chez Artiste Theatre, 2800 S Colorado Blvd., Denver
Cost: $15 tickets available here