Denver has some culture filled events lined up this week. Start it off by learning more about Albert Bierstadt at Artful Insight and end it by getting crafty at Foul-Mouth Cross-Stitch. Whatever you end up doing, make sure to take a look at this roundup of events happening in Denver.
Monday, December 17
Artful Insight
When: December 17, 3 – 4:30 p.m.
Where: American Museum of Western Art- The Anschutz Collection, 1727 Tremont Pl., Denver
Cost: $10 get tickets here
The Lowdown: American Museum of Western Art- The Anschutz Collection presents Artful Insight. The event features a chance to learn more about Albert Bierstadt, an artist and member of The Hudson River School and namesake of one of the famous 14-ers. Bierstadt took inspiration from western landscapes and created masterpieces, some of which are now on display in the American Museum of Western Art.
Zoo Lights
When: December 17 – January 6
Where: Denver Zoo, 2300 Steele St., Denver
Cost: $18 tickets available here
The Lowdown: Denver Zoo presents Zoo Lights. The 28th annual event features 70 acres of over two million lights, animal encounters, illuminated animal sculptures and more. You can nibble on sweet snacks and sip on hot drinks while you walk the zoo and see all of the amazing lights.
Mistletoe Market
When: December 17, 6 – 8 p.m.
Where: Halcyon, a hotel in Cherry Creek, 245 Columbine St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Halcyon hosts its second annual Mistletoe Market. The event features a day to shop from more than 20 shops in Cherry Creek North in a marketplace setting. You can explore boutiques such as Southern Roots Boutique, Inspyre Boutique, Denver Darling Boutique and more.
Blossoms of Light
When: December 17 – January 1
Where: Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St., Denver
Cost: $16 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Denver Botanic Gardens hosts its annual Blossoms of Light display this week. The interactive light display features animated LED lights that are sound reactive. You can sip on warm drinks, nibble on holiday treats and shop holiday souvenirs while you stroll through the lit up gardens.
Alamo Encore
When: December 17, 4 – 6 p.m.
Where: Alamo Drafthouse Denver, 4255 W Colfax Ave., Denver
Cost: $13 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Alamo Drafthouse Denver presents Alamo Encore. The event features a screening of National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. The wild Christmas film showcases a story about the Griswold family as they deal with SWAT teams, an exploding turkey, thousands of lights on their home and more.
Tuesday, December 18
Holiday Carousel
When: December 18 – January 9 2018, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Where: Denver Pavilions 500 15th St., Denver
Cost: $3 per ride
The Lowdown: The Holiday Carousel is back by popular demand. The carousel will run all through December and bring in the new year with New Year’s Eve rides. The ride will bring you back to your childhood years with magic and Christmas cheer. All proceeds from the rides will go toward Food Bank for the Rockies to help feed those in need.
Yoga with Kangaroos
When: December 18, 4 – 5 p.m.
Where: Zoo Chateau, 21050 Indian Rd., Golden
Cost: $55 get tickets here
The Lowdown: You have heard of goat yoga but have you ever heard of kangaroo yoga? Zoo Chateau presents a chance to practice your vinyasas in the presence of the adorable animals from down under. The ticket price includes a spot with a mat, a 30-minute yoga class and interactions with kangaroos. Make sure to wear clothes that can get dirty.
Wednesday, December 19
Cirque Éloize Hotel
When: December 19 – 23
Where: Denver Center for the Performing Arts, 1101 13th St., Denver
Cost: $25 – $75 tickets available here
The Lowdown: Denver Center for the Performings Arts presents Cirque Éloize Hotel. The event features a performance of the play Cirque Éloize Hotel that follows the story of a hotel and those inhabit the rooms inside of it. You will be greeted by choreographed dances, acrobats, a colorful set and more. The play will fill your night with wonder and poetic grandeur.
Thursday, December 20
DIY Fluid Pouring Ornaments
When: December 20, 7 – 9 p.m.
Where: Spectra Art Space, 1836 S Broadway, Denver
Cost: $12 – $20 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Spectra Art Space presents a DIY Fluid Pouring Ornaments class. The class features an instructional on how to create your own custom ornaments. The ticket price includes ornaments, paint, paint pens, wrapping tissue and more to carefully package your holiday baubles for the perfect gift.
Friday, December 21
Black Sheep Friday
When: December 21, 6 p.m.
Where: Museum of Contemporary Art Denver, 1483 Delgany St., Denver
Cost: Free – $5, RSVP here
The Lowdown: Museum of Contemporary Art Denver presents Black Sheep Friday. The event features a craft fair with Ladies Fancywork Society and Fancy Tiger Crafts. You can stop in and participate with crafts, purchase items and more. The event is free with $5 museum admission.
Christmas at the Sie
When: December 21, 7 – 9 p.m.
Where: Sie FilmCenter, 2510 E Colfax Ave., Denver
Cost: $9.50 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Sie FilmCenter hosts Christmas at the Sie. The event features a screening of It’s A Wonderful Life. The film follows the journey of George Bailey as he faces hardships and is brought back in time by a guardian angel named Clarence to see all the good that George did in the world.
Illegal Pete’s Presents: Biz Markie
When: December 21, 8 p.m.
Where: Summit Denver, 1902 Blake St., Denver
Cost: $15 – $45 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Summit Denver hosts Illegal Pete’s Presents: Biz Markie. The event features a night of bangin’ beats from Biz Markie, a rapper, DJ, actor and comedian. Biz Markie is known for his popping rhymes and killer rhythm.
Midnight Madness
When: December 21 – 22, 11:59 p.m. – 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 two-midnight screenings of Edward Scissorhands. The Tim Burton film follows the adventures of Edward Scissorhands — a lonely creation of a scientist — who finds love with a girl in a town near his home.
Liyana
When: December 21 – 27
Where: Sie FilmCenter, 2510 E Colfax Ave., Denver
Cost: $9.50 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Sie FilmCenter hosts the opening of Liyana in Denver. The event features a screening of the film Liyana which follows the story of five orphaned Swazi children who come together to create a fairytale of their own. After the screening, you can participate in a Q&A with directors Aaron and Amanda Kopp.
Saturday, December 22
The Grawlix, Home for the Holidays
When: December 22, 10 – 11:55 p.m.
Where: The Bug Theatre, 3654 Navajo St., Denver
Cost: $20 get tickets here
The Lowdown: The Bug Theatre hosts The Grawlix, Home for the Holidays. The event features a night of hilarity with a lineup of comedians performing comedy sets. The Grawlix is composed of comedians Andrew Orvedahl, Ben Roy and Adam Cayton-Holland.
Christmas Carol Classic 5k/10k/1m
When: December 22, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where: Denver City Park, 3001 E 17th Ave., Denver
Cost: Free – $70 register here
The Lowdown: Lace up your sneakers for the Christmas Carol Classic 5k/10k/1m. The event features races around Denver’s City Park to burn some calories before racking them up this Christmas. The ticket price includes a place in the races, a t-shirt and more.
Cosmic Pineapple X~Mas Premiere
When: December 22, 10:15 – 11:59 p.m.
Where: Alamo Drafthouse Denver, 4255 W Colfax Ave., Denver
Cost: $5 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Alamo Drafthouse Denver presents the Cosmic Pineapple X~Mas Premiere. The event features a screening of the new television series Cosmic Pineapple. The show features the journey of the pop sensation Cosmic Pineapple as they battle morality, hygiene, roommates and more.
The Nutcracker Ballet
When: December 22 – 23
Where: Rocky Mountain Ballet Academy, 7400 E Hampden Ave., Denver
Cost: $25 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Rocky Mountain Ballet Academy presents The Nutcracker Ballet. The event features a performance of the classic holiday ballet with the story of Clara as she travels into a land of wonder and sugar plum fairies, a rat king and more.
Sunday, December 23
Foul-Mouth Cross-Stitch
When: December 23, 12 – 9 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-Mouth Cross-Stitch. You can create your own scandalous 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 dirty phrase or pattern in mind to create your naughty masterpiece.
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Mark Your Calendars
Hollywood Favorite
When: December 28 – January 5
Where: Denver Museum of Nature & Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver
Cost: $9.95 tickets available here
Tropical Trails Tour
When: December 29, 2 – 3 p.m.
Where: Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St., Denver
Cost: $14 tickets available here
New Year’s Eve Fireworks
When: December 31, 8 p.m. – 12:08 a.m.
Where: 16th Street Mall, 16th St., Denver
Cost: Free admission