Denver Gem & Mineral Show and 23 Things to do in Denver this Week

Denver has some fascinating culture events happening this week. You can kick your week off by sweating at Power Vinyasa and end it by watching a Lingerie Fashion Show. Whatever you are into, make sure to take a look at this roundup of events in Denver.

Monday, September 10

Power Vinyasa

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When: September 10, 6 – 7 p.m. 

Where: Denver’s Civic Center Park, Colfax and Bannock St., Denver 

Cost: Free admission

The Lowdown: Build up some heat at Power Vinyasa. The event features a free yoga class on the Great Lawn guided by an instructor from The River Yoga. The class is open to all levels. Make sure to bring a mat to practice and water to stay hydrated.

Breaking Ground: Women’s Roles in the History of Egyptology

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When: September 10, 7 – 8:30 p.m. 

Where: Denver Museum of Nature & Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver 

Cost: Free admission

The Lowdown: Denver Museum of Nature & Science welcome Kathleen Sheppard for Breaking Ground: Women’s Roles in the History of Egyptology. The event features a look into the history of how women took part in archeology and how they took on larger roles as time went on.

Tuesday, September 11

Ratio Quiz Show

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When: September 11, 8 – 10 p.m. 

Where: Ratio Beerworks, 2920 Larimer St., Denver 

Cost: Free admission

The Lowdown: Test your knowledge on the hit television series Parks and Recreation at the Ratio Quiz Show. The event features a trivia night hosted by Ian Douglas Terry and Andrew Bueno tossing out questions to competing teams. You can create a team of five people and have the chance of winning prizes throughout the night.

Hustle + Flow

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When: September 11, 12:15 – 1 p.m. 

Where: Denver’s Civic Center Park, Colfax and Bannock St., Denver 

Cost: Free admission

The Lowdown: Break a sweat at Hustle + Flow. The event features a 45-minute class with a mixed cardio and strength workout to get your heart pumping and a yoga flow to cool you down. The class is open for all levels, so no worries about needing gear. Make sure to bring a water bottle to stay hydrated.

Wednesday, September 12

Hitchcock at the Chez

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When: September 12, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. 

Where: Landmark’s Chez Artiste Theatre, 2800 S Colorado Blvd., Denver 

Cost: $8.50 get tickets here

The Lowdown: Landmark’s Chez Artiste Theatre continues its Hitchcock at the Chez series with a screening of The Lady Vanishes. The thriller follows a story about an English Governess who mysteriously disappears from a train that is traveling around Europe.

The Watering Hole: Fierce Femmes

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When: September 12, 6 – 8:30 p.m. 

Where: Denver Zoo, 2300 Steele St., Denver

Cost: $25 tickets available here

The Lowdown: Denver Zoo presents The Watering Hole: Fierce Femmes. The event features a look at female dominant animals in the wild. You can learn about hunting behaviors, maternal instincts and learn deeper insight into women who lead conservation efforts.

American Horror Story Viewing Party

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When: September 12, 7 – 9 p.m. 

Where: The Triangle Denver, 2036 N Broadway, Denver 

Cost: Free admission

The Lowdown: The Triangle hosts an American Horror Story Viewing Party. The event features a screening of American Horror Story, trivia and more. You can win prizes throughout the night and indulge in the spooky television series.

Thursday, September 13

D.Kelley Live

Rachel Weeks. Photo by Brittany Werges

When: September 13, 8 – 10 p.m. 

Where: The Clocktower Cabaret, 1601 Arapahoe St., Denver

Cost: $10 – $20 get tickets here

The Lowdown: The Clocktower Cabaret present D.Kelley Live. The event features a set from comedian D.Kelley hosted by Rachel Weeks along with sets from comedians Shanae Ross and Al Goodwin. The event is part of D.Kelley’s first comedy album, touring around the United States.

Turn It Around: The Story of East Bay Punk

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When: September 13, 6 – 11 p.m. 

Where: Sie FilmCenter, 2510 E Colfax Ave., Denver 

Cost: $20 get tickets here

The Lowdown: Denver Film Society partners with Ratio Beerworks to host a screening of Turn It Around: The Story of East Bay Punk. The film takes a deeper look into the progression of punk rock in northern California from the ’70s to the ’90s. Following the screening, you can participate in a Q&A with Aaron Cometbus and Anna Brown.

Vinyl Me, Please

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When: September 13, 6:30 – 9 p.m. 

Where: Black Shirt Brewing Co., 3719 Walnut St., Denver 

Cost: Free admission

The Lowdown: Black Shirt Brewing Co. presents a night with Vinyl Me, Please. The event features a listening party for Feist’s Let It Die album. You can snag a Vinyl Me, Please edition of the album, dance and sip on drinks while you jam out to the music.

Denver Bead Renaissance

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When: September 13 – 16

Where: The Denver Mart, 451 E 58th Ave., Denver

Cost: Free admission

The Lowdown: Find the best jewelry making supplies at the Denver Bead Renaissance. The event features a variety of vendors presenting their gems, handmade beads, vintage beads and more. If you love to create jewelry and art you need to check it out.

Friday, September 14

Denver Gem & Mineral Show

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When: September 14 – 16

Where: The Denver Mart, 451 E 58th Ave., Denver

Cost: $7 get tickets here

The Lowdown: The Denver Gem & Mineral Show is back for its 50th anniversary. As one of the biggest gem and mineral shows in the US, you can find the best geological items you can think of. The event is fully run by volunteers and organized by mineral clubs around the state. You can also learn more about this year’s theme – Minerals in Mexico.

Grandoozy

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When: September 14 – 16

Where: Overland Park, 1801 S Huron St., Denver 

Cost: $110 – $674.50 get tickets here

The Lowdown: Brace yourself for an all-new music and art festival – Grandoozy. The event features three days of amazing performances from artists such as Kendrick Lamar, Florence + The Machine, St. Vincent and more. You can jam out to music and peruse some art throughout the weekend.

READ: Staff Picks – 17 Can’t-Miss Shows at Grandoozy

Game of Thrones Live Concert

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When: September 14, 8 p.m. 

Where: Pepsi Center, 1000 Chopper Cir., Denver 

Cost: $39.50 – $99.50 get tickets here

The Lowdown: If you are a die-hard fan of Game of Thrones then you need to attend the Game of Thrones Live Concert. The event features an orchestra and choir performing Game of Thrones scores composed and lead by Ramin Djawadi. You can also listen to new music and projections of season seven scenes throughout the concert.

AfterDoozy

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When: September 14 – 15 

Where: Spectra Art Space 1836 S Broadway, Denver 

Cost: $10 – $50 get tickets here

The Lowdown: Spectra Art Space presents AfterDoozy. The event features two days of partying with art. You can participate in an art raffle, laser shows, art installations and more. You can also dance your pants off during a silent disco with art surrounding you. Part of the proceeds will benefit Impact Locally.

Midnight Madness

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When: September 14 – 15 , 11:59 – 2 a.m. 

Where: Landmark’s Esquire Theatre, 590 Downing St., Denver 

Cost: $9.50 get tickets here

The Lowdown: Landmark’s Esquire Theatre presents Midnight Madness. The event features a screening of Space Odyssey. The classic film features a tale of Dr. Dave Bowman and his team of astronauts as they fight against HAL 9000 for power over their ship.

Saturday, September 15

OmFest Colorado

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When: September 15, 9 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Where: Founders Green in Stapleton, 2900 Roslyn St., Denver 

Cost: Free register here

The Lowdown: Bring mindfulness to your week at OmFest Colorado. The event features a day of meditation, vendors, yoga and more. You can participate in classes, listen to live music and sip on local beer throughout the calming day. You can also have a chance at snagging prizes and giveaways.

Colorado Convention Center Public Art Tour

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The Big Blue Bear. Photo by Kyle Cooper.

When: September 15, 10 – 11:30 a.m. 

Where: Colorado Convention Center, 700 14th St., Denver 

Cost: Free register here

The Lowdown: Explore the Colorado Convention Center during a Colorado Convention Center Public Art Tour. The event features a tour around the building, looking deeper at the famous blue bear, the history of Denver and more. The tour is lead by public art docent Vicki Hellmer.

The Deportation of Innocence

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When: September 15, 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. 

Where: Park Hill Branch Library, 4705 Montview Blvd., Denver 

Cost: Free admission

The Lowdown: Park Hill Branch Library present The Deportation of Innocence – a film about the problems that immigrant children face with detention and legal departments. The event features a screening of the film and a discussion with the Rocky Mountain Immigrant Advocacy Network to follow.

Kathleen Battle

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When: September 15, 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. 

Where: Ellie Caulkins Opera House, 1385 Curtis St., Denver 

Cost: $35 – $105 get tickets here

The Lowdown: Ellie Caulkins Opera House teams up with Denver Arts & Venues and Opera Colorado to present Kathleen Battle. The event features a performance from Kathleen Battle, an award-winning soprano that sings about the Underground Railroad.

1840’s Rendezvous & Spanish Colonial Art Market

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When: September 15 – 16, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. 

Where: The Fort Restaurant, 19192 Highway 8, Morrison

Cost: $5 get tickets here

The Lowdown: The Fort Restaurant presents an 1840’s Rendezvous & Spanish Colonial Art Market. The event features eagle and hawk demonstrations, workshops, tons of art and more. You can also participate in activities such as tomahawk throwing and rifle shooting.

Sunday, September 16

Colorado Collectibles

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When: September 16, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. 

Where: Forney Museum of Transporation, 4303 Brighton Blvd. Bldg 1, Denver 

Cost: $50 get tickets here

The Lowdown: Forney Museum of Transportation hosts Colorado Collectibles. The event features art, sculptures, antiques and more. You can find out what items of yours are worth value and see what others have to offer.

Pugs in the Park

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When: September 16, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. 

Where: Central Park, 8801 Martin Luther King Junior Blvd., Denver 

Cost: Free

The Lowdown: Celebrate the wonder of squishy face pets at Pugs in the Park. The event raises funds for the Colorado Pug Rescue while presenting food, games and a costume contest. You can also participate in a silent auction and meet fosters taking care of some adorable pugs.

Lingerie Fashion Show

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When: September 16, 3 – 5 p.m. 

Where: Museo De Las Americas, 861 Santa Fe Dr., Denver 

Cost: $20 – $30 get tickets here

The Lowdown: Museo De Las Americas hosts a Lingerie Fashion Show. The show features a delightful lingerie line from Janel Rosales, tacos, sips and more. You can also have a chance to win a free item through a drawing and purchase pieces from the runway after the show.

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Mark Your Calendar

Potted Potter

When: September 18 – 23

Where: Newman Center for the Performing Arts, 2344 E Iliff Ave., Denver 

Cost: $39.99 – $99.99 tickets available here

Sumi-e Painting/Traditional and Emerging Expressions

When: September 19 – October 20

Where: Niza Knoll Gallery, 915 Santa Fe Dr., Denver 

Cost: Free admission

Midnight Madness

When: September 21 – 22, 11:59 p.m. – 2 a.m. 

Where: Landmark’s Esquire Theatre, 590 Downing St., Denver

Cost: $9.50 tickets available here

The Unseen Festival 

When: September 26, 6 – 9:30 p.m. 

Where: The Dikeou Collection, 1615 California St. Ste 515, Denver 

Cost: Free admission

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