Refresh with some delightful food and drink events this week. Start your week off by bending and sipping at Yoga + Wine and end it with boppin’ brunch at Back in The Day Brunch. Wherever your mouth takes you, make sure to take a taste of this roundup of food and drink events happening in Denver.
Monday, July 30
Yoga + Wine
When: Monday, July 30, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Where: Bigsby’s Folly Craft Winery & Restaurant, 3563 Wazee St., Denver
Cost: $12.50 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Start your week off on the right foot at Yoga + Wine. The event features a 60-minute yoga class in the winery to center yourself. Following the class, you can sip on a glass of delightful wine for only $5. Make sure to bring a mat and water to stay hydrated.
Monday Artisans Market
When: Monday, July 30, 4 – 7 p.m.
Where: Call to Arms Brewing Company, 4526 Tennyson St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Call to Arms Brewing Company hosts a Monday Artisans Market. You can shop from local artisans presenting freshly baked bread, produce, meats and more in the taproom with a cool brew in hand.
Tuesday, July 31
Gay Geeks Who Drink
When: Tuesday, July 31, 8 – 10 p.m.
Where: The Triangle Denver, 2036 N Broadway, Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Compete against others in trivia at Gay Geeks Who Drink. The Triangle Denver hosts a queer trivia night to test your knowledge. You can have the chance to win bar tabs, bottle service and more during the night.
Casual Cornhole League
When: Tuesday, July 31, 6 – 9 p.m.
Where: Declaration Brewing, 2030 S Cherokee St., Denver
Cost: $40 per team
The Lowdown: Grab a partner to play in a Casual Cornhole League. You can compete to win the title of best cornhole team and grab a beer to sip on while you play. You can email events@declarationbrewing.com to enter your two-person team into the league.
The Modern Eater’s Summer Dinner Series
When: Tuesday, July 31, 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Where: BBQ Supply Co Event Venue, 2180 South Delaware St., Denver
Cost: $100 get tickets here
The Lowdown: The Modern Eater’s Summer Dinner Series continues with a special dinner prepared by chef Daniel Asher, the executive chef of River and Woods and Acreage. The dinner features Middle Eastern food with a modern twist. You can sample amazing dishes with complimentary sips throughout the night. Spots for this event are super limited so grab your ticket fast.
Wednesday, August 1
August Hoppy Yogis
When: Wednesday, August 1, 5:15 – 8 p.m.
Where: Great Divide Brewing Event Space, 3403 Brighton Blvd., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Grab your mat and get ready to build some heat at August Hoppy Yogis. You can participate in a yoga session led by Core Power Yoga’s Ally V. After class you can delight in a beer and jam out to beats by DJ Sandwich. The event is popular so arrive early to claim your spot.
Skyline Beer Running Series
When: Wednesday, August 1, 6 – 8 p.m.
Where: Skyline Beer Garden, 1601 Arapahoe St., Denver
Cost: Free register here
The Lowdown: Lace up your sneakers for the Skyline Beer Running Series. The series continues with a 5k run around Denver ending at Skyline Beer Garden. You can run it out and grab a free brew to refuel and later peruse from vendors, see demos and more.
Sustainable Italian Wine + Food Tasting
When: Wednesday, August 1, 7 – 9 p.m.
Where: The Preservery, 3040 Blake St. #101, Denver
Cost: $49 get tickets here
The Lowdown: The Preservery hosts a Sustainable Italian Wine + Food Tasting. The tasting features three sustainable and organic wines from La Cappuccina paired with three courses of delightful bites to perfectly compliment the wines.
Thursday, August 2
Denver Burger Battle
When: Thursday, August 2, 5 – 9:30 p.m.
Where: Tivoli Quad, 1363 East 9th Ave., Denver
Cost: $69 – $125 tickets available here
The Lowdown: Take a day to taste the best burgers in Colorado at the Denver Burger Battle. You can sample bites from restaurants around the state and vote on which burger you feel deserves the Denver Burger Battle title. The ticket price includes unlimited burger samples, cocktail tastings, live music and more.
READ: Our 7 Favorite Bites From Denver Burger Battle
Build n’ Brew
When: Thursday, August 2, 7 – 9 p.m.
Where: Tivoli Brewing Co, 900 Auraria Pkwy. Ste 240, Denver
Cost: $40 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Tivoli Brewing Co partners with Kitables to present Build n’ Brew. The event features a building session to create a mini Lego drone from Kitables with a free drink from Tivoli to help your building process. The ticket price includes all materials needed to build the drone.
National Ice Cream Sandwich Day
When: Thursday, August 2
Where: Multiple Locations, Denver
Cost: Various prices
The Lowdown: Celebrate summer with National Ice Cream Sandwich Day. You can grab an ice cream sandwich from locations like Little Man Ice Cream, High Point Creamery, CREAM and more to cool off from the summer heat.
READ: 6 Must-Have Ice Cream Sandwiches in Denver
Friday, August 3
Flashback First Friday
When: Friday, August 3, 4 – 11 p.m.
Where: The Infinite Monkey Theorem, 931 W 5th Ave., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: The Infinite Monkey Theorem celebrates 10 years with a Flashback First Friday. The event features a party at the original location with pizza, beats from a DJ and of course the best wine. If you love wine you need to attend.
Tiki Party
When: Friday, August 3, 8 – 9 p.m.
Where: BarFly Denver, 4255 W Colfax Ave., Denver
Cost: $20 get tickets here
The Lowdown: BarFly Denver hosts a Tiki Party. The party, sponsored by Meow Wolf features live music, a crumbling facade and more. You can sip on tiki drinks and delight in tiki food while you dive into the tropical experience.
Truck Stop
When: Friday, August 3, 4 – 10 p.m.
Where: Art District on Santa Fe, Santa Fe Dr., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Truck Stop is back. The food truck rally has traveled around Denver with food-centric block parties. The event features a day of food from tons of different food trucks, craft brews and wines, live music and more. You can grab a bite from the rally and explore the Art District on Santa Fe as part of the First Friday Art Walk.
Saturday, August 4
IPArade
When: Saturday, August 4, 12 – 8 p.m.
Where: Factotum Brewhouse, 3845 Lipan St., Denver
Cost: $23 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Factotum Brewhouse presents an IPArade. The event features an IPA tap takeover with 10 different IPAs. You can munch on bites from Be Food Truck and jam out to beats from Zero Day Exploits while you sip. The ticket price includes a five-ounce tasting of each brew with a commemorative glass.
Hula Lesson & Happy Hour
When: Saturday, August 4, 4 – 5 p.m.
Where: Adrift, 218 S Broadway, Denver
Cost: $10 – $40 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Shake your hips at a Hula Lesson & Happy Hour. The event features a hula lesson from the Kalama Polynesian Dancers on the patio and later you can sip on a free cocktail. You can also snack on happy hour plates and drink happy hour priced tiki cocktails.
Wine on the Rocks
When: Saturday, August 4, 12 – 5 p.m.
Where: T.E.V. Edelweiss Club, 18022 Hwy 8, Morrison
Cost: $25 – $300 get tickets here
The Lowdown: This Saturday you can sample from 180 wines at Wine on the Rocks. T.E.V. Edelweiss Club hosts a day of wine, music, food and more. You can sip on delights while overlooking the amazing natural phenomenon of Red Rocks Park. More than 30 Colorado wineries present their bounties for your enjoyment.
25th Anniversary Party
When: Saturday, August 4, 12 – 5 p.m.
Where: Avery Brewing Company, 4910 Nautilus Ct N, Boulder
Cost: $10 – $40 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Avery Brewing Company celebrates 25 years with a 25th Anniversary Party. The party features unlimited Avery pours, live music and more. You can munch on food while you explore all of the amazing brews that Avery has created throughout the years. We recommend taking the bus to and from this event if you’re going from Denver.
Taste of Ethiopia Festival
When: Saturday, August 4, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Where: 15555 E 53rd Ave., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Fill your weekend with culture and flavor at the Taste of Ethiopia Festival. You can sample foods from all over Ethiopia, dance to live music, peruse arts and more at the gathering. Be ready to spice up your weekend.
Denver bRUNch
When: Saturday, August 4, 9:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Where: Quality Italian, 241 Columbine St., Denver
Cost: $40 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Get ready to sweat at Denver bRUNch. You can run in a 5k or 10k race and end with a delightful brunch from Quality Italian. The race will commence on the Cherry Creek Trail and lead you to the end location. These events sell out fast so make sure to grab your ticket soon.
Bloodies & Bluegrass Brunch
When: Saturday, August 4, 12 – 4 p.m.
Where: Mile High Spirits – Denver’s Distillery, 2201 Lawrence St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Mile High Spirits presents a Bloodies and Bluegrass Brunch. The event features live bluegrass from Cosmic Mesa, brunch from Mestizos Mile High Eats, drinks specials and more. You can play outdoor games and jam out to smooth jazz while you munch.
International Food Truck Festival
When: Saturday, August 4, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Where: Denver’s Civic Center Park, Colfax and Bannock St., Denver
Cost: Free and open to the public
The Lowdown: Explore a myriad of flavors at the Internation Food Truck Festival. You can sample from more than 15 food trucks, sip from a bar of international drinks and more. As you peruse over 40 vendors you can listen to three live bands.
Sunday, August 5
Heavy Metal BBQ
When: Sunday, August 5, 2 – 6:30 p.m.
Where: Streets of London Pub, 1501 E Colfax Ave., Denver
Cost: $5 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Streets of London Pub hosts a Heavy Metal BBQ. You can dig into finger-licking-good BBQ while listening to live performances of heavy metal from Psyclops and The Lycan. Get ready for a head-bangin’ time.
Back in The Day Brunch
When: Sunday, August 5, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: Monkey Barrel, 4401 Tejon St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Monkey Barrel presents a Back in The Day Brunch. The event features a theme of ’90s hip-hop with beats from DJ Notch playing as you dine. You can sip on mimosas and bloodies and jam out to the classics throughout the day.
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Mark Your Calendars
Cocktail Class
When: August 7, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Mile High Spirits – Denver’s Distillery, 2201 Lawrence St., Denver
Cost: $20 – $30 tickets available here
Save the Ales Beer Festival
When: August 9, 6 – 10 p.m.
Where: Mile High Station, 2027 Old West Colfax Ave., Denver
Cost: $15 – $75 tickets available here
Cherry Creek North Food & Wine
When: August 11
Where: Cherry Creek North, 2401 E. 2nd Ave., Suite 150, Denver
Cost: $65 – $105 tickets available here