Denver has some culture filled events lined up this week. Start it off by learning more about fashion during a lecture from Stephen Jones and end it by watching champagne fall into glass at the 31st Annual Champagne Cascade. Whatever you end up doing, make sure to take a quick look at this roundup of events.
Monday, November 12
Stephen Jones
When: November 12, 6 – 7 p.m.
Where: Denver Art Museum, 100 W 14th Ave. Pkwy., Denver
Cost: $20 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Denver Art Museum (DAM) welcomes Stephen Jones for his lecture The History of Dior Hats with Milliner to the stars, Stephen Jones. The event features a chance to hear from Jones as he dives deeper into the history of Dior and his role in the changing of street style as he worked with the House of Dior. Following the lecture, you can participate in a conversation with Florence Müller, the Avenir Foundation curator of textile art and fashion at the DAM and curator of Dior: From Paris to the World.
READ: A First Look at Denver Art Museum’s Highly Anticipated Dior Exhibit
Tuesday, November 13
Ratio Quiz Show
When: November 13, 8 – 10 p.m.
Where: Ratio Beerworks, 2920 Larimer St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Ratio Beerworks present a Ratio Quiz Show. The event features a night of trivia about Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. You can gather up a team of five people and test your knowledge about The Rock. Ian Douglas Terry and Andrew Bueno host the trivia.
Royal Opera House’s Mayerling
When: November 13, 7 – 10 p.m.
Where: Landmark’s Chez Artiste Theatre, 2800 S Colorado Blvd., Denver
Cost: $15 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Landmark’s Chez Artiste Theatre presents Royal Opera House’s Mayerling. The event features a screening of Mayerling, recorded live in Covent Garden. The ballet presents a haunting story of the glamorous life of Crown Prince Rudolf in the Austro-Hungarian court. The performance choreographed by Kenneth MacMillan shows the dark side of royalty.
Come From Away
When: November 13 – 25, 7:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Where: Denver Center for the Performing Arts, 1101 13th St., Denver
Cost: $35 – $125 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Denver Center for the Performing Arts presents Come From Away. The award-winning musical features a true story about a small town in Newfoundland that took in a group of 7000 stranded passengers. The musical, written by Irene Sankoff and David Hein dives deeper into taking a chance to trust strangers and to learn about different cultures.
Mothership Grand Opening
When: November 13, 9 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Where: Yeah Baby Denver, 2811 Walnut St., Denver
Cost: Free get tickets here
The Lowdown: DJ Big Styles teams up with Yeah Baby Denver to host the Mothership Grand Opening. The event features a first chance to explore Mothership, a collective that presents a safe space for progressive thoughts, music and energy. You can listen to beats from DJ Big Styles, DJ Amen and more.
READ: Inside Denver’s New Gin Palace and Disco Pop-up, Yeah Baby
Wednesday, November 14
Taíno DaKa (I Am) Screening
When: November 14, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Denver Museum of Nature & Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver
Cost: Free register here
The Lowdown: Denver Museum of Nature & Science partners with Indigenous Film Fest to present a Taíno DaKa (I Am) screening. The documentary film, directed by Alex (Guaragua’Ko) Zacarias (Taíno) takes a deeper look into the Taíno culture and identity as colonial history categorize the group of people. Following the screening, you can participate in a discussion with the director.
18th Annual Art Show
When: November 14, 6 – 10 p.m.
Where: STEAM on the Platte, 1401 Zuni St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Ranchlands hosts its 18th Annual Art Show. The show features six artists including Duke Beardsley, Stephan Hartshorn and Stephen Weaver. Their works are produced with inspiration taken from Ranchlands ranches. You can peruse sculptures, paintings, photographs and more all available for purchase.
The Feather Thief
When: November 14, 7 – 8 p.m.
Where: Denver Museum of Nature & Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver
Cost: $15 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Denver Museum of Nature & Science teams ups with Audubon Society Greater Denver and Audubon Rockies to present The Feather Thief. The event features a chance to hear from author Kirk Wallace Johnson as he dives deeper into the history of Edwin Rist, an American flutist who was obsessed with the Victorian art of fly-tying, causing him to steal feathers from the Tring Museum North of London.
Ratio Comedy
When: November 14, 8 – 10 p.m.
Where: Ratio Beerworks, 2920 Larimer St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Ratio Beerworks hosts Ratio Comedy. The event features a themed night of “Joke and Destroy.” You can listen and laugh at sets from comedians with commentary from hosts Jeremy Pysher and Andres Becerril throughout the show. Grab a ratio brew and sit back and laugh.
Thursday, November 15
Warren Miller’s Face of Winter
When: November 15 – 17
Where: Paramount Denver, 1621 Glenarm Pl., Denver
Cost: $26.50 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Paramount Denver presents Warren Miller’s Face of Winter. The event features a screening Warren Miller’s Face of Winter – a film that pays tribute to Warren Miller and captures the beauty of skiing. The event marks nearly seven decades of ski movies from Warren Miller Entertainment.
Winter Gift Market
When: November 15 – 17
Where: Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Denver Botanic Gardens hosts a Winter Gift Market. The market features vendors presenting holiday items, antiques, specialty foods and more. You can shop for the best holiday gifts and taste herbal vinegar and seasonings from The Gardens Guild.
Undesign the Redline
When: November 15 – December 15
Where: Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library, 2401 Welton St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: The Denver Foundation partners with Enterprise Community Partners (Enterprise) and Designing the WE to present Undesign the Redline. The event features an interactive exhibition that takes a deeper look into the history of housing segregation and discrimination within the Denver Metro area and in the United States. The exhibition will present stories of Clara Brown, the first African American woman that that was successful in the Colorado Gold Rush, The Denver Black Panther Party, Mayor Benjamin Stapleton and his connection to the KKK and more.
Mile High 100 Fall Meet Up
When: November 15, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Where: Ratio Beerworks, 2920 Larimer St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Ratio Beerworks teams up with Mile High 100 to host a Mile High 100 Fall Meet Up. The event features a mission of raising $10,000 within 60 minutes by having 100 people donate $100 each. You can vote for one of three non-profits — Third Way Center, Stout Street Foundation and Foster Family Assist to benefit from the event.
Hygge Life’s Nordic Market Launch Party
When: November 15, 6 – 9 p.m.
Where: The Source Hotel and Market Hall, 3350 Brighton Blvd., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: The Source hosts a Hygge Life’s Nordic Market Launch Party. The event features the launch of the holiday pop-up market with winter cocktails from RiNo Yacht Club, Nordic-inspired bites and a whole slew of Scandinavian inspired goods to shop from. You can explore the pop-up and peruse the market hall.
Nothing is Everything: Sensory DL
When: November 15, 7 – 9 p.m.
Where: Spectra Art Space, 1836 S Broadway, Denver
Cost: $10 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Spectra Art Space presents Nothing is Everything: Sensory DL. The event features a chance to explore your self-expression, watch others and more. You can listen to live music, munch on food, watch live painting and even take part in a “cuddle puddle.” The intent is to share experiences and see how others express themselves.
READ: Q&A – Owner of Spectra Art Space Explains Her Passion for Curating and Collecting Affordable Art
Friday, November 16
In the Hands of Grace
When: November 16, 7 – 9 p.m.
Where: ATC DEN, 3420 Larimer St., Denver
Cost: Free register here
The Lowdown: ATC DEN welcomes Laura Moretz for her exhibition In the Hands of Grace. The event features an opening reception to celebrate the exhibition. You can peruse the gallery filled with 18 new acrylic mixed media paintings that pay homage to Moretz’s great-grandmother, Maude Elizabeth Leonard Moretz.
Colorado Ski and Snowboard Expo
When: November 16 – 18
Where: Colorado Convention Center, 700 14th St., Denver
Cost: $15 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Celebrate the beginning of the winter sports season at the Colorado Ski and Snowboard Expo. The event features a 27th annual expo with live demos, interactive exhibits and more. You can snag some sick giveaways and experience amazing entertainment during the three-day expo.
Seinfeld Live
When: November 16, 7 – 9 p.m.
Where: Bellco Theatre, 700 14th St., Denver
Cost: $50 – $175 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Bellco Theatre presents Seinfeld Live. The event features a chance to see Jerry Seinfeld perform stand-up, in person. You can laugh all night long as Seinfeld, famous for his comedy and hit television show, performs some hilarious sets.
Kicker Monster Truck Show
When: November 16 – 18
Where: National Western Complex, 4655 Humboldt St., Denver
Cost: $21 – $25 get tickets here
The Lowdown: National Western Complex hosts the Kicker Monster Truck Show. The three-day event features a chance to see wild stunts from monster trucks such as Bigfoot, Outlaw, Thunder Chicken and more. The drivers will perform choreographed high-flying tricks and compete in competitions with their trucks.
Saturday, November 17
Trans-Siberian Orchestra
When: November 17, 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Where: Pepsi Center, 1000 Chopper Cir., Denver
Cost: $62 – $1223 get tickets here
The Lowdown: The Trans-Siberian Orchestra is back in Denver in time for the holiday season. You can listen to the amazing orchestra perform live as part of their 2018 tour. The event is one of the most popular holiday traditions in Denver, so don’t miss the chance to see the orchestra and dive into that holiday spirit.
Pumpkin Pie 5k/10k
When: November 17, 8:45 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where: City Park Pavilion, 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver
Cost: $30 – $40 register here
The Lowdown: Keep in shape this Thanksgiving season by running in the Pumpkin Pie 5k/10k. You can lace up your sneakers and break a sweat in a 5k or 10k race. All finishers will receive a slice of pumpkin pie, a race shirt, a finisher’s medal and more with an ending of vendors and food to boot.
Paint Pouring: Flip and Drag
When: November 17, 2 – 4:30 p.m.
Where: Landt Creative Space, 1528 Teller St., Denver
Cost: $55 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Landt Creative Space presents a Paint Pouring: Flip and Drag class. The class features a chance to try your hand at paint pouring focusing on the “flip and drag technique.” You can create a one of a kind painting with acrylic paint without the use of paintbrushes. The ticket price includes the materials needed for the class.
The Alleys of RiNo
When: November 17, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Where: The Denver Central Market, 2669 Larimer St., Denver
Cost: $20 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Atlas Obscura teams up with The Scenic Suitcase to present The Alleys of RiNo. The event features a tour of RiNo’s best murals, graffiti and more guided by Stephanie Miller from The Scenic Suitcase. You can see the amazing artwork that fills RiNo.
DRUNK History MIC
When: November 17, 7 – 10 p.m.
Where: Lincoln Station Bar, 776 Lincoln St., Denver
Cost: Free register here
The Lowdown: Lincoln Station Bar hosts DRUNK History MIC. The event features a chance to reenact history, after imbibing on a few drinks. You can compete to win prizes for the best comedic set and laugh along as others perform their renditions of history.
Sunday, November 18
Red Ball
When: November 18, 6 – 10 p.m.
Where: EXDO Event Center, 1399 35th St., Denver
Cost: $40 – $150 get tickets here
The Lowdown: The Red Ball is back in Denver. This year you can see performances from Cleo Parker Robinson Dance, watch a runway filled with local designers and more. The Red Ball raises funds for Colorado Health Network and supports those impacted by HIV and raise awareness of the disease.
Fluid Pouring
When: November 18, 2 – 5 p.m.
Where: Spectra Art Space, 1836 S Broadway, Denver
Cost: $25 – $45 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Spectra Art Space presents a Fluid Pouring class. The class features a guided instructional from Noble Lion Prints on how to create your own fluid masterpiece. You can learn tips and tricks of how to change your painting and add to the final product. The ticket prices includes all materials needed for the painting.
Foul-Mouthed Cross-Stitch
When: November 18, 12 – 8 p.m.
Where: Grandma’s House, 1710 S Broadway, Denver
Cost: $5 at entry
The Lowdown: Grandma’s House is back at it with Foul-Mouthed Cross-Stitch. You can create your own dirty cross-stitch with the instruction of one of Grandma’s House best instructors. The materials are free with the purchase of a full beer or for the price of $5. Come with a saying or pattern in mind to create your naughty masterpiece.
31st Annual Champagne Cascade
When: November 18, 12 p.m.
Where: The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, 321 17th St., Denver
Cost: $15 – $20 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Celebrate the starting of the holiday season with the 31st Annual Champagne Cascade at The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa. Experience the splendor of watching swordsmen uncork bottles of Moet and Chandon champagne which then stream into more than 6000 glasses that are stacked two-stories high. You can listen to live music by John Kite Quartet and the ceremony will begin in the Atrium of the hotel at noon. This chic ceremony marks the beginning of the holiday season, in style.
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Mark Your Calendar
The 5th Annual All Black Attire Party
When: November 21, 9 p.m. – 1:30 a.m.
Where: Temple, 1136 Broadway, Denver
Cost: $20 – $49 tickets available here
A Christmas Carol
When: November 21 – December 24
Where: Denver Center for the Performing Arts, 1101 13th St., Denver
Cost: $30 – $80 tickets available here
Impact
When: November 22, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: Impact, 2526 Welton St., Denver
Cost: Donation suggested register here
Holiday Market
When: November 23 – December 16
Where: Denver’s Union Stanley, 1701 Wynkoop St., Denver
Cost: $5 tickets available here
Blossoms of Light
When: November 23 – January 1
Where: Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St., Denver
Cost: $16 tickets available here