Denver has some chill events lined up this week. Kick it off with Fit & Rock and end it with a Sunday funday with Drag Bingo Brunch. Wherever the week leads you, make sure to take a look at this roundup of events happening in Denver.
Wednesday, May 5
Fit & Rock
When: May 5, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Where: Dairy Block Alley, 1800 Wazee St., Denver
Cost: Free register here
The Lowdown: Sweat it out at Fit & Rock. Dairy Block returns with its annual workout series starting with an hour-long course with The Barre Code. The class combines barre with a great playlist.
Rick Griffith: Non-Violence & Activism
When: May 5, 5 p.m.
Where: Online
Cost: $5 – $15 tickets available here
The Lowdown: Museum of Contemporary Art Denver presents Rick Griffith: Non-Violence & Activism. The live stream features a discussion with artist Rick Griffith along with Evan Weissman and Stephen Brackett to explore non-violence and activism in art and in the world.
Cinco de Mayo at Mister Oso x Señor Bear
When: May 5
Where: Mister Oso, 3163 Larimer St., Denver and Senor Bear, 3301 Tejon St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Add some spice to your Cinco de Mayo with Mister Oso x Señor Bear. You can munch on Mister Oso tacos along with Señor Bear’s most popular menu items and wash them all down with frozen or house margaritas.
Cinco de Mayo Celebration
When: May 5, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Where: Bellota, 3350 Brighton Blvd., Denver
Cost: Free – $35 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Imbibe on cocktails, delight in Mexican food specials and more during a Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Bellota. With every Milagro beverage purchase Bellota will donate $1 to Mi Casa Resource Center.
Cinco de Mayo Raíces: Artístico!
When: May 5, 8:30 – 9 p.m.
Where: Raices Brewing Co., 2060 W. Colfax Ave., Denver
Cost: Free reserve your spot here
The Lowdown: Raices Brewing Co. hosts Cinco de Mayo Raíces: Artístico! You can watch Artístico perform live in the taproom while sipping on brews and munching on food from Sabores Flavor food truck.
SOMOS
When: May 5, 6 – 9 p.m.
Where: Museo De Las Americas, 861 Santa Fe Dr., Denver
Cost: Free RSVP here
The Lowdown: Museo De Las Americas presents the opening reception of SOMOS. The exhibition explores domestic violence, healing and resilience with the help of Latina SafeHouse and Art and Color. The reception will also feature a performance from Ballet Folklorico.
Thursday, May 6
Film/Still
When: May 6, 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Clyfford Still Museum, 1250 Bannock St., Denver
Cost: Free register here
The Lowdown: Clyfford Still Museum hosts Film/Still. You can view short films created by art students from Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU). Each film is three minutes or less and will be streamed on YouTube and in-person.
The Bad Apple Comedy Show
When: May 6, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Stem Ciders, 2811 Walnut St., Denver
Cost: $25 – $55 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Get a giggle on during The Bad Apple Comedy Show. You can hear a set from comedian Shanae Ross and hear some witty commentary from host Ryan Bonnell.
Music For Meals
When: May 6, 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Where: The Preservery, 3040 Blake St. #101, Denver
Cost: $12 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Raise funds for The Preservery’s Giving Meals program during Music For Meals. You can jam out to a concert, sip on drinks and delight in a delicious meal while providing a meal for someone in need.
Friday, May 7
First Friday Jazz Hop
When: May 7, 5 – 7 p.m.
Where: Five Points, 2401 Welton St., Denver
Cost: Free and open to the public
The Lowdown: Take a journey in the Historic Five Points neighborhood during a First Friday Jazz Hop. You can stop in at businesses along Welton Street to listen to wondrous jazz beats along with free Cinco de Mayo-themed concerts throughout the evening.
First Friday Art Walk
When: May 7, 4 – 8 p.m.
Where: Dairy Block, 1800 Wazee St., Denver
Cost: Free RSVP here
The Lowdown: Dairy Block teams up with Inside Her Studio for a First Friday Art Walk. You can explore Dairy Block Alley filled with local art, live music, pop-up bars and more throughout a relaxing afternoon.
FERAL as Folk First Friday
When: May 7, 7 – 8 p.m.
Where: FERAL Denver, 3936 Tennyson St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: FERAL as Folk First Fridays are back for the season. The summer music series has taken the place of films with the a performance from singer Jesh Yancey. Make sure to bring your own seat, drink and other comforts.
Goldspot Six Year Anniversary
When: May 7 – 9
Where: Goldspot Brewing Company, 4970 Lowell Blvd., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Raise a glass to six years of business during the Goldspot Six Year Anniversary. The three-day event features three beer releases with a jungle theme, a photo booth and more for a happy celebration.
Mother’s Day Garden Bazaar
When: May 7 – 9
Where: 3800 W. Morrison Rd., Denver
Cost: Varying prices check here
The Lowdown: Re:Vision partners with RISE Westwood Collective to present the Mother’s Day Garden Bazaar. The event features a three-day celebration with plant sales, workshops and more. All of the proceeds from the event will benefit Re:Vision’s programs.
The Duo
When: May 7, 7 p.m.
Where: Bear Creek Distillery, 1879 S. Acoma St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Bear Creek Distillery presents the premiere of The Duo – a short film created by Bearded Bros Media. The film features Jonathan Messinger and Chelsey Christy and explores their fishing as a pair.
Saturday, May 8
Selfie WRLD
When: May 8
Where: 14697 Delaware St. Unit 500, Westminster
Cost: $20 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Get the best photo ops at Selfie WRLD. The traveling pop-up has made its way to Colorado with Instagram friendly interactive installations that are the perfect excuse to hype up your profile.
bRUNchClub
When: May 8, 12 – 3 p.m.
Where: X Bar, 629 E. Colfax Ave., Denver
Cost: $7 per person register here
The Lowdown: Lace up your sneakers for bRUNchClub. bRUNch Running Club is back and meeting at X Bar for an afternoon run with lunch to follow. You can choose from a 2.64-mile route, a 3.4-mile route or a 5.43-mile route for your running needs. The RSVP will get you 10% off of your purchase.
ComePassion
When: May 8 – 9
Where: Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Theatre, 119 Park Ave. W., Denver
Cost: $45 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Cleo Parker Robinson Dance presents ComePassion. The performance features an exploration of the past year’s struggles as well as the hope for the future in the talents of the 12-member ensemble.
Open Sanctuary/Open House
When: May 8, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Where: Urban Sanctuary Denver, 2745 Welton St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Urban Sanctuary Denver is opening its doors during Open Santuary/Open House. You can explore the newly expanded yoga studio and take a 30-minute yoga class to relax.
Yoga and Beer
When: May 8, 10 – 11 a.m.
Where: Epic Brewing Company, 3001 Walnut St., Denver
Cost: $22 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Let out some tension and later sip on a cold brew at Yoga and Beer. You can stretch out during a yoga session guided by Hikyoga Colorado instructor Natalie and refresh with a beverage after. Make sure to bring a mat, water and wear a mask.
Urban Roots: Garden Market
When: May 8 – 9
Where: Dairy Block Alley, 1800 Wazee St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Dairy Block and Denver Milk Market team up with Rebel Farms and Weston Landscape & Design for an Urban Roots: Garden Market. You can try out your green thumb by grabbing plants at the outdoor market while jamming out to live music from Denver violinist Brett Omara.
Spring Horseshoe Market
When: May 8
Where: Parking lot of the Berkeley Chapel, 4345 W. 46th Ave., Denver
Cost: Free register here
The Lowdown: Spring Horseshoe Market is back for a Mother’s Day shopping experience. The market holds more than 70 vendors to shop from to find that perfect Mother’s Day gift, while supporting local businesses.
Whittier Walking Farmers Market
When: May 8, 12 – 3 p.m.
Where: Whittier Historic Neighborhood, 23rd Ave. and Downing St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: The Whittier Neighborhood Association is back with the Whittier Walking Farmers Market. The market, unlike traditional farmers markets will not be on a particular street block but will be throughout the neighborhood giving you an full opportunity to explore and shop local.
Sunday, May 9
The Bone Wars of the Late 1800s
When: May 9, 4 p.m.
Where: Online
Cost: Free register here
The Lowdown: Denver Museum of Nature & Science presents The Bone Wars of the Late 1800s. The livestream takes a virtual tour of the Broomfield Auditorium and explore the Bone Wars that occured in the late 1800s in response to dinosaur fossil discoveries.
Drag Queen Bingo Brunch
When: May 9, 12 – 3 p.m.
Where: Dairy Block, 1800 Wazee St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Dairy Block partners with Denver Milk Market for a Drag Queen Bingo Brunch. You can delight on tasty brunch bites while playing bingo with the help of local drag performers Queen Shirley Delta Blow, Kai Lee Mykles and Dixie Krystals. You can also have a chance at winning prizes throughout the afternoon.
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Mark Your Calendar
Denver7 Book Club
When: May 10, 6 p.m.
Where: Online
Cost: Free register here
American Craft Beer Week
When: May 10 – 16
Where: Various locations check here
Cost: Varying prices
City Park Farmers Market
When: May 15 – October 30
Where: City Park Esplanade, E. Colfax Ave. and Columbine St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
Carmen by Ballet Ariel
When: May 15 – May 16
Where: Cleo Parkinson Theatre, 119 Park Ave. W., Denver
Cost: $15 – $20 tickets available here