Denver has some mouthwatering events lined up this week to partake in. Start your week off by sipping and munching at Sour Beer, Cheese and Meats and end it by jamming out at a November Bluegrass Brunch. Whatever you end up tasting, make sure to take a look at this roundup of food and drink events in Denver.
Monday, November 5
Sour Beer, Cheese and Meats
Photo Courtesy of Goed Zuur on Facebook
When: Monday, November 5, 7 – 10 p.m.
Where: Goed Zuur, 2801 Welton St., Denver
Cost: $30 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Goed Zuur hosts a Sour Beer, Cheese and Meats pairing. The pairing features a taste of three kinds of cheese complimented with two five-ounce sour brews and one meat. You can learn from special guest Phil Joyce, a brewer, blender amalgam and barrel master from Westbound and Down.
1988 Rollback Lunch Menu
Photo Courtesy of Avenue Grill
When: Monday, November 5 – 8
Where: The Avenue Grill, 630 E 17th Ave., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: The Avenue Grill celebrates its 30th anniversary with a 1988 Rollback Lunch Menu. The menu holds specials that were featured on the restaurant’s 1988 menu such as an eight-ounce prime rib, chicken alfredo, an original cobb salad and more. All of the menu items are priced as they were in the year 1988.
Tuesday, November 6
Wine & Cheese & Things
Photo Courtesy of The Infinite Monkey Theorem on Facebook
When: Tuesday, November 6 – 7
Where: The Infinite Monkey Theorem, 2501 Dallas St., Aurora
Cost: $22 at entry
The Lowdown: The Infinite Monkey Theorem partners with Mondo Market to host Wine & Cheese & Things. The event features a wine sampling paired with three types of meat and three types of cheeses from Mondo Market’s charcuterie. Make sure to email david@theinfinitemonkeytheorem.com to secure your seat in the pairing.
Go F*cking Vote
Photo Courtesy of SameSide on Facebook
When: Tuesday, November 6, 4 – 10 p.m.
Where: Denver Beer Co., 1695 Platte St., Denver
Cost: Free register here
The Lowdown: Denver Beer Co. teams up with SameSide and Cerveceria Colorado to host Go F*cking Vote! The event allows you to watch the elections results come in while sipping on buy one, get one free brew. Make sure you have voted and bring proof to get the beer deal.
Free Drinks on Election Day
Beers on tap at Illegal Pete’s. Photo by Glenn Ross.
When: Tuesday, November 6, 7 a.m. – 11:59 p.m.
Where: Illegal Pete’s, Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Illegal Pete’s presents Free Drinks on Election Day. You can bring in your “I voted” sticker in exchange for a free beer or margarita with the purchase of an adult entree. The special is limited to one per customer and is open to all Illegal Pete’s locations in Colorado.
READ: A User-Friendly Guide to the 2018 Colorado Amendments
Wednesday, November 7
Distiller’s Dinner
Photo by Brittany Werges,
When: Wednesday, November 7, 7 – 10 p.m.
Where: The Family Jones, 3245 Osage St., Denver
Cost: $85 Reserve here
The Lowdown: The Family Jones hosts a Distiller’s Dinner. The event features a seated dinner inspired by Thanksgiving. You can sip on cocktails and spirits during a tasting and dive into turkey dishes while feeling festive.
Thursday, November 8
Colorado Uncorked
Photo Courtesy of Colorado Wine Board
When: Thursday, November 8, 7 p.m.
Where: History Colorado Center, 1200 Broadway St., Denver
Cost: $45 get tickets here
The Lowdown: History Colorado presents Colorado Uncorked. The event features a special tasting of the 2018 Colorado Governor’s Cup Collection wines. You can sip on the best wines and nibble on small bites prepared by a line up of amazing Colorado chefs.
Doughnut and Wine Night
Photo Courtesy of The Infinite Monkey Theorem on Facebook
When: Thursday, November 8, 6 – 9 p.m.
Where: The Infinite Monkey Theorem, 3200 Larimer St., Denver
Cost: $20 at entry
The Lowdown: The Infinite Monkey Theorem teams up with Hotbox Roasters to present a Doughnut and Wine Night. The event features a sampling of three wines paired with three sweet doughnuts. Make sure to email david@theinfinitemonkeytheorem.com to snag a spot in the pairing.
Friday, November 9
A Night in Havana
Photo Courtesy of Denver Museum of Nature & Science on Facebook
When: Friday, November 9, 7 – 10:30 p.m.
Where: Denver Museum of Nature & Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver
Cost: $33 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Denver Museum of Nature & Science presents A Night in Havana. The event features a night to experience Cuba. You can learn more about the country’s wildlife, art, culture and more. Nibble on appetizers and sip on complimentary drinks while you spend the night in Havana.
Saturday, November 10
Goodbye to Govs Gathering
Photo Courtesy of Mike Lorenzo on Facebook
When: Saturday, November 10, 2 p.m.
Where: Govnr’s Park Tavern, 672 Logan St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Govnr’s Park Tavern hosts a Goodbye to Govs Gathering. After many years, the Govnr’s Park Tavern is closing its doors. Come and celebrate all of the years of business by sipping on some drinks and saying goodbye to the tavern. The tavern closes officially on November 11.
Grand Opening
Photo courtesy of Knomad Colab on Facebook
When: Saturday, November 10, 6 – 8 p.m.
Where: The Storeroom, 1700 Vine St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Vine Street Pub presents a Grand Opening. The event features the first look at The Storeroom, an art installation and exhibition space and the unveiling of the venue’s very first art installation, Harlequin Night, created by local light-installation artist duo, Knomad Colab. The installation features a three-dimensional painting made with shadows and color.
READ: 38th Street Underpass is Now Beautifully Illuminated With New Light Art
Build Your Own Margarita Bar & Mimosa Bar Brunch
Photo Courtesy of Kachina Denver on Facebook
When: Saturday, November 10, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Where: Kachina Denver, 1890 Wazee St., Denver
Cost: $15 at entry
The Lowdown: Kachina hosts a Build Your Own Margarita and Mimosa Brunch. You can sip on bottomless mimosas and margaritas with a delightful brunch menu for only $15. Everyone loves a good marg.
Mac N’ Cheese Cook-Off
Photo Courtesy of Copper Kettle Brewing Company on Facebook
When: Saturday, November 10, 3 – 7 p.m.
Where: Copper Kettle Brewing Company, 1338 S Valentia St. Ste 100, Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Copper Kettle Brewing Company hosts a Mac N’ Cheese Cook-Off. The event features a chance to show off your best mac and sample others cheesy dishes. You can sip on brews from Copper Kettle and dive into samples for an amazing night. If you want to sign up and add your dish to the listings, email info@copperkettledenver.com by November 7. The winner will receive a 1/6 keg of their choice from Copper Kettle’s selection of year-round beers.
8th Anniversary Party
Photo Courtesy of X BAR on Facebook
When: Saturday, November 10, 8 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Where: X Bar, 629 E Colfax Ave., Denver
Cost: Free Admission
The Lowdown: X Bar hosts its 8th Anniversary Party. The event features a celebration of eight years with complimentary food and drinks, performances from Jessica L’Whor and more. You can dance all night long to music and party up your weekend.
4th Anniversary Party
Photo courtesy of Alpine Dog Brewing Company on Facebook
When: Saturday, November 10, 10 a.m. – 11:59 p.m.
Where: Alpine Dog Brewing Company, 1505 Ogden St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Alpine Dog Brewing Company celebrates four years with a 4th Anniversary party. The party features releases of new beers including a “one year aged Bear Creek Distillery single barrel bourbon barrel-aged Dyatlov Pass Incident Russian Imperial Stout.” You can munch on donuts, sip on brews and more.
Sunday, November 11
Bubbles & Dogs
Aperol spritz. Photo courtesy of Dio Mio Facebook.
When: Sunday, November 11, 5 – 8 p.m.
Where: Dio Mio – Handmade Pasta, 3264 Larimer St., Denver
Cost: $30 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Dio Mio hosts Bubbles & Dogs. The event is in celebration of two years and features gourmet hot dogs, sausages and sides complimented with beer from Our Mutual Friend Brewery and wine. You can also take a chance to peruse Dio Mio’s selection of pasta. It’s an “all you can eat” type of occasion with the $30 ticket.
November Bluegrass Brunch
Photo Courtesy of Station 26 Brewing Co. on Facebook
When: Sunday, November 11, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Where: Station 26 Brewing Co., 7045 E 38th Ave., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Station 26 Brewing Co. hosts a November Bluegrass Brunch. The brunch features live music from Glacier Lilly and brunch bites from Order 26 Food Truck. You can gather in a heated patio tent to jam out and dive into some brunch delights.
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Mark Your Calendar
Denver Grilled Cheese Fest
When: November 14, 6 – 10 p.m.
Where: Mile High Station, 2027 W Colfax Ave., Denver
Cost: $55 – $125 tickets available here
Holiday Food & Gift Festival
When: November 16 – 18
Where: National Western Complex, 4655 Humboldt St., Denver
Cost: $15 at entry
Wynkoop’s Day of Darks
When: November 17, 12 – 4 p.m.
Where: Wynkoop Brewing Co., 1634 18th St., Denver
Cost: $30 tickets available here