Denver has some interesting events lined up this weekend. Kick it off by learning about your candidates with LEGOS during Own This City and end it by making delicious food during Sunday School – Pasta Making in Northern Italy. Wherever the weekend takes you, make sure to take a look at this roundup of events happening in Denver.
Thursday, March 21
Own This City
Photo courtesy of McNichols Civic Center on Facebook.
When: March 21, 6 – 8 p.m.
Where: McNichols Civic Center Building, 144 W. Colfax Ave., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: McNichols Civic Center Building partners with Warm Cookies of the Revolution to host Own This City. The event features a chance to go over the local candidate forums in a fun fashion – with LEGOS. You can party with professional LEGO-builders, watch videos by Lockerpartners and Molina Speaks (Mo SPKX) and more while learning about the confirmed candidates that are on the ballot.
Science Lounge: Beetle Mania
Photo Courtesy of Denver Museum of Nature & Science on Facebook
When: March 21, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Where: Denver Museum of Nature & Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver
Cost: $15 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Denver Museum of Nature & Science hosts Science Lounge: Beetle Mania. The event features a night dedicated to beetles. You can learn all about different types of beetles from across the world and learn about the new discovery of Lucy – named after a famous song.
Sew Expo
Photo Courtesy of ASG Colorado Springs on Facebook
When: March 21 – 23
Where: The Denver Mart, 451 E. 58th Ave., Denver
Cost: $10 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Find the best fabrics, sewing, quilting and other crafting at the Sew Expo. You can shop from hundreds of vendors presenting vintage sewing patterns, supplies and all that you could possibly think of. You can also take classes throughout the three-day festival.
Cocktail Class
Photo Courtesy of Big Trouble Facebook Page
When: March 21, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Big Trouble, 3501 Wazee St., Denver
Cost: Free register here
The Lowdown: Big Trouble hosts a Cocktail Class as part of the Made in Reykjavik pop-up series. You can learn about Icelandic cocktails from bartender Kári Sigurðsson and sip on concoctions made of Reyka Vodka and Brennivín. The class is free and open to the public but registration is required to attend the discussion and demonstration.
Friday, March 22
One Two Kazoo!
MCA. Photo by Heather Fairchild.
When: March 22, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Museum of Contemporary Art Denver, 1485 Delgany St., Denver
Cost: $10 – $15 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Museum of Contemporary Art Denver presents One Two Kazoo! The event features a series that showcases local storytellers. This Friday you can hear from Stephen Brackett, Timmi Lasley and James Lopez as they tell wild tales that will enchant you. Timmi Lasley is a comedian that runs Epilogue Comedy, Stephen Brackett is a member of Flobots and is also a co-founder of the NOENEMIES project and James Lopez is a local magician and freelance marketer.
Don’t Tell Denver
Photo Courtesy of Don’t Tell Comedy on Facebook
When: March 22, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Secret Location
Cost: $20 – $30 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Don’t Tell Comedy presents Don’t Tell Denver, a comedy show hosted at a secret location in Denver. This Friday you can laugh at hilarious sets somewhere in North Capitol Hill. You will find out the location via email the day of the show after your tickets have been purchased.
READ: A Secret Comedy Show is Coming to Denver
Snowed In Vanilla Release
Photo courtesy of Copper Kettle Brewing Company on Facebook
When: March 22, 2 – 10 p.m.
Where: Copper Kettle Brewing Company, 1338 S. Valentia St., Denver
Cost: Free Admission
The Lowdown: Copper Kettle Brewing Company presents the Snowed In Vanilla Stout. The imperial oatmeal stout is brewed with delicious vanilla notes to make a full-bodied and smooth pour to keep you warm– even when you are literally snowed in.
Jurassic Quest
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When: March 22, 3 p.m.
Where: Colorado Convention Center, 700 14th St., Denver
Cost: $27 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Colorado Convention Center hosts Jurassic Quest. The event features a look into the Cretaceous, Jurassic and Triassic period with life-size animatronic dinosaurs. You can interact with the dinos and learn more about the extinct creatures that once roamed our Earth.
ReDefine: Fabric
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When: March 22, 6:30 – 10 p.m.
Where: ReCreative Denver, 765 Santa Fe Dr., Denver
Cost: $8 get tickets here
The Lowdown: ReCreative Denver presents ReDefine: Fabric. The event features a chance to get crafty with fabric. You can take part in weaving with Holly Foerster Harrison of Textile Restyle, dying yarn with Independence Street Yarn, making t-shirt tote bags with the Denver Sewing Collective and more throughout the day.
45th Annual Denver Powwow
Photo by Austin Cope.
When: March 22 – 24
Where: Denver Coliseum, 4600 Humboldt St., Denver
Cost: $3 – $20 at entry
The Lowdown: Explore Colorado’s largest powwow during the 45th Annual Denver Powwow. The event features performances from more than 1000 American Indian dancers, live music from 37 drum groups, more than 180 vendors and more. Ninety-five tribes from the United States and parts of Canada will be represented throughout the weekend during the event making for a truly magical experience.
The Wicked World of Disney
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When: March 22, 9 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Where: Deviant, 3500 Walnut St., Denver
Cost: $5 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Deviant host The Wicked World of Disney. The event features a themed party with bangin’ beats from DJ Slave1, GSTV and Erin Evenflo. You can dress up in your best Disney costumes whether that be princess, hero or– even a villain. Make sure you are ready to party until the sun comes up.
SNAP! ’90s Dance Party
Photo Courtesy of Ophelia’s on Facebook
When: March 22, 9 p.m.
Where: Ophelia’s, 1215 20th St., Denver
Cost: $12 – $20 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Grab your jelly shoes and bucket hats for SNAP! ’90s Dance Party. You can show off your ’90s dance moves and jam out to all of the best hits of the decade from DJ A-L, DJ Love, DJ Yohuck and more. You can sip on drinks from Ophelia’s and dance till you drop.
Saturday, March 23
Denver Fashion Week Spring ’19 – Art x Fashion
Denver Fashion Week Spring 2018. Photo by Kyle Cooper
When: March 23 – 31
Where: Multiple Locations
Cost: Various Prices check here
The Lowdown: Prepare to be immersed in fashion during Denver Fashion Week Spring ’19. The event features a week jam-packed full of workshops with designers, model workshops, runways and more dazzling activities. The week kicks off this Saturday with a Fashion X Art runway show followed by our Hairshow on Sunday, March 24.
READ: Meet Some of the DFW Artists and Designers Working on Collaborations for Spring ’19
Denver Fashion Week Official After Party at NATIV Hotel
Photo by Danielle Webster.
When: March 23
Where: NATIV Hotel, 1612 Wazee St., Denver
Cost: Free entry, must RSVP here
The Lowdown: After Denver Fashion Week head to NATIV hotel for the official after party. Join DFW models, designers and fashion community for a night of celebration. This event is FREE and open to the public, however, to ensure your entry to the party, you must RSVP.
Drunken Historians
Photo Courtesy of Mercury Cafe Denver on Facebook
When: March 23, 8 p.m. – 12 a.m.
Where: Mercury Cafe, 2199 California St., Denver
Cost: $8 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Mercury Cafe presents Drunken Historians. The event features a night of comedy with some tipsy jokes. You can giggle at some maybe historically embellished sets and dance all night long after during with a DJ dance party.
Under Pressure
Photo Courtesy of Ryan Dykstra Records on Facebook
When: March 23, 7 p.m. – 12 a.m.
Where: Monkey Barrel, 4401 Tejon St., Denver
Cost: $10 – $15 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Monkey Barrel presents Under Pressure. The event features a tribute party to honor Queen and David Bowie. You can vibe to some of the greatest hits with the help of DJ LEA LUNA throughout the night. Costumes are encouraged to match the theme of the night.
9th Annual Seed Swap
Photo Courtesy of The GrowHaus on Facebook
When: March 23, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Where: The GrowHaus, 4751 York St., Denver
Cost: $12 get tickets here
The Lowdown: The GrowHaus hosts its 9th Annual Seed Swap. The event features a day to bring your seeds that you didn’t use from last year and find new ones from other individuals. You can also take part in gardening workshops, listen to live music and munch on food from local vendors.
The 5280 Brunch Event
Photo Courtesy of The Jacquard Hotel & Rooftop on Facebook
When: March 23, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Where: The Jacquard Hotel & Rooftop, 222 Milwaukee St., Denver
Cost: $55 get tickets here
The Lowdown: The Jacquard Hotel & Rooftop partners with 5280 and Vitalant to present The 5280 Brunch Event. The event features a menu created by local restaurants with sweet and savory items. You can sip on cocktails, snap photos and brunch in luxury.
Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back with the Colorado Symphony
Photo Courtesy of 1STBANK Center on Facebook
When: March 23 – 24
Where: 1STBANK Center, 11450 Broomfield Ln., Broomfield
Cost: $46 – $85 get tickets here
The Lowdown: 1STBANK Center hosts Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back with the Colorado Symphony. You can listen to the famous score with music created by John Williams performed by the Colorado Symphony. May the force be with you through the sound of the music.
Captain Marvel Cereal Party
Photo Courtesy of Alamo Drafthouse Denver on Facebook
When: March 23, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: Alamo Drafthouse Denver, 7301 Santa Fe Dr., Littleton
Cost: $13.04 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Alamo Drafthouse hosts a Captain Marvel Cereal Party. Grab your spoons for an unlimited supply of cereal to munch on while you watch the new and highly anticipated action film. The film presents the story of how the superhero Captain Marvel came to be.
Joyride Rooftop Grand Opening
Photo courtesy of Joyride Brewing Company on Facebook
When: March 23, 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Where: Joyride Brewing Company, 2501 Sheridan Blvd., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Help Joyride Brewing Company celebrate during the Joyride Rooftop Grand Opening. The event features a chance to see the new rooftop with a view of Sloan’s Lakes and downtown Denver while sipping on a beer from Joyride.
’80s Purim Party
Photo Courtesy of Mirus Gallery Denver on Facebook
When: March 23, 9:30 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Where: Mirus Gallery Denver, 1144 Broadway, Denver
Cost: $15 – $20 get tickets here
The Lowdown: The Israeli Experience and The Israeli American Council present an ’80s Purim Party. The event features a dance party with fresh beats from DJ Ofir, kosher Hamentaschen to nibble on, an art exhibition by Oliver Vernon from NYC in the gallery and more. ’80s costumes are highly recommended to go with the theme.
Colorado Vibes Vol. 3
Photo courtesy of Spectra Art Space on Facebook
When: March 23, 6 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Where: Spectra Art Space, 1836 S. Broadway, Denver
Cost: Free – $7 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Spectra Art Space hosts Colorado Vibes Vol. 3. The event features a showcase of Colorado art, music and fashion with works from more than 21 artists including Ashley Blocker, Joe Gergley and Lindsey Foy. You can jam out to live music, watch a fashion show and more throughout the night while perusing the art.
Yummy World Pop-Up
Photo Courtesy of The Cereal Box, Inc on Facebook
When: March 23, 9 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Where: The Cereal Box, Inc., 5709 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: The Cereal Box, Inc. teams up with Kidrobot to present a Yummy World Pop-Up. The event features a chance to explore limited edition collectibles, sample cereal mixes from The Cereal Box, sip on coffee and more. Kidrobot specializes in custom artistic figurines.
Sunday, March 24
Courage Club
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When: March 24, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Archipelago, 2345 7th St., Denver
Cost: $17 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Archipelago hosts Courage Club. The event features a gathering to help you discover better ways to face personal, social or any other kind of fears in an open and relaxed setting. You can learn more about tools to help you improve your confidence and gain a bit of courage to help keep you going in the daily grind.
Denver Fashion Week Spring ’19 – Hair Show
Photo by Kyle Cooper
When: March 23 – 31
Where: Multiple Locations
Cost: Various Prices check here
The Lowdown: Prepare to be immersed in fashion during Denver Fashion Week Spring ’19. The event features a week jam-packed full of workshops with designers, model workshops, runways and more dazzling activities. Sunday marks the legendary hair show featuring a segment from the iconic Sassoon.
Sassy Stitching
Photo Courtesy of ReCreative Denver on Facebook
When: March 24, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Where: ReCreative Denver, 765 Santa Fe Dr., Denver
Cost: $35 get tickets here
The Lowdown: ReCreative Denver presents Sassy Stitching. The event features a class with local fiber artist Emilie Luckett. You can learn how to stitch a snarky saying into your hoop while sipping a mimosa. The ticket price includes all the materials needed to participate.
Sunday School – Pasta Making in Northern Italy
Photo Courtesy of Dio Mio -Handmade Pasta
When: March 24, 12 – 2 p.m.
Where: Dio Mio, 3264 Larimer St., Denver
Cost: $75 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Dio Mio hosts Sunday School – Pasta Making in Northern Italy. The event features a class that teaches you techniques unique to styles in Northern Italy from Dio Mio’s talented chefs. You can create fresh pasta, sample wine, snacks and bring home your knowledge to wow others.
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Mark Your Calendar
Men in Purple
When: March 30, 7 p.m – 12 a.m.
Where: Monkey Barrel, 4401 Tejon St., Denver
Cost: $10 – $15 tickets available here
Weird Touch
When: March 30, 9 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Where: Syntax Physic Opera, 554 S. Broadway, Denver
Cost: $5 at entry
Cool Beans Beer & Coffee Festival
When: March 31, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Where: Ratio Beerworks, 2920 Larimer St., Denver
Cost: $35 tickets available here