Denver has some delightful events lined up this week. Kick it off by getting literary at the Denver7 Book Club and end it by sipping pretty at the Nectar Jones Launch. Wherever the week leads you, make sure to take a peek at this roundup of events happening in Denver.
Wednesday, May 19
Writing Through Grief with Maia Ruth Lee
When: May 19, 6 p.m.
Where: Online
Cost: $85 tickets available here
The Lowdown: Museum of Contemporary Art Denver partners with Lighthouse Writers Workshop to host Writing Through Grief with Maia Ruth Lee. The workshop explores asemic writing to reflect on grief and past events.
Digital Earth: Oceans
When: May 19, 7 – 8 p.m.
Where: Denver Museum of Nature & Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver
Cost: $10 tickets available here
The Lowdown: Denver Museum of Nature & Science presents “Digital Earth Oceans.” You can take a trip through the largest reefs, the ocean floors and more with the guidance of Geologist Bob Raynolds and Ka Chun Yu, curator of space science. The session will teach you about how the tectonic plates shaped the world.
SCFD Free Day
When: May 19, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: Clyfford Still Museum, 1250 Bannock St., Denver
Cost: Free admission here
The Lowdown: Clyfford Still Museum partners with the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) to host a SCFD Free Day. You can take a day to explore the galleries with no entry fee through timed allotments.
Thursday, May 20
Biennial of the Americas Memorial Project: Healing Through Art
When: May 20, 6 – 8 p.m.
Where: Online
Cost: Free register here
The Lowdown: Make a statement and take part in the “Biennial of the Americas Memorial Project: Healing Through Art.” You can submit artwork to be added to the virtual exhibition that will be held in June. The artwork must be submitted by May 31.
Los Mochochetes at Raices Brewing Co.
When: May 20, 7 p.m.
Where: Raices Brewing Company, 2060 W. Colfax Ave., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Colorful Colorado Collaborations presents Los Mocochetes at Raices Brewing Co. The two have teamed up for an evening filled with beer and music. You can sip on a Revolución brew with notes of lemon while jamming out to Los Mocochetes new single Tacos.
Annual Neighborhood Hop Swap
When: May 20, 5 – 7 p.m.
Where: Denver Beer Co., 2325 S. Downing St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Denver Beer Co. hosts its Annual Neighborhood Hop Swap. You can snag one of 100 traditional hop rhizomes to grow in your own backyard for free during the swap day.
Friday, May 21
Strange Craft Turns 11
When: May 21 – 22
Where: Strange Craft Beer Company, 1330 Zuni St. Unit M, Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Cheers to 11 years in business as Strange Craft Turns 11. The brewery celebrates with two days of collabs, live music, food trucks and of course – a constant flow of beers.
Saturday, May 22
Bacon and Beer Classic
When: May 22, 1 p.m.
Where: Kennedy Golf Course, 10500 E. Hampden Ave., Denver
Cost: $59 – 79 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Dive into crispy bacon while sipping on a cool brew during the Denver Bacon and Beer Classic. The bacon-tastic festival is chock full of bacon-themed food from local chefs, as well as, more than 40 craft beer to wash them all down for a tasty oasis.
Release Party
When: May 22, 5 p.m.
Where: Mile High Spirits – Denver’s Distillery, 2201 Lawrence St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Mile High Spirits presents a Release Party. You can get in on the release of the Fireside four-year cask strength single barrel bourbon along with the Twist and Tailor Whiskey Weekly Cocktail Guide. The evening will feature cocktails, bluegrass music, food, discounts on glassware and more.
Denver Beer Co Ninth Annual Beer Bacon Coffee Fest
When: May 22 – 23
Where: Denver Beer Co, 1695 Platte St., Denver
Cost: $25 – $50 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Start off your Saturday morning right with breakfast and a brew at Denver Beer Co’s Beer Bacon Coffee Fest. The ticket price includes coffee, a breakfast burrito, bacon and a souvenir mug for your morning brews (the hoppy kind of course).
Forage 5 Year Anniversary
When: May 22, 9 a.m.
Where: Forage, 4416 Yates St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Forage celebrates its five year anniversary. You can brighten up your home with plants from the anniversary sale, snag giveaways and delight on ice cream from Em’s Ice Cream truck throughout the day.
Sunday, May 23
World Turtle Day
When: May 23, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Where: Downtown Aquarium – Denver, 700 Water St., Denver
Cost: Starts at $23.50 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Downtown Aquarium – Denver honors all things turtles during World Turtle Day. You can explore the aquarium, learn more about different turtles and even meet a few of the shelled creatures.
Nectar Jones Launch
When: May 23, 4 – 7 p.m.
Where: Grow + Gather, 900 E. Hampden Ave., Denver
Cost: $80 get tickets here
The Lowdown: The Family Jones hosts the Nectar Jones Launch. You can snatch up a bottle of Nectar Jones, imbibe in beverages, delight in bites and take part in a silent auction throughout the launch. The proceeds of the bottle and event profits will benefit Warren Tech, Museum of Contemporary Art Denver and the Colorado State Beekeepers Association.
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Mark Your Calendar
Science and Nature Book Club
When: May 25, 6 p.m.
Where: Online
Cost: Free register here
Virtual Laugh Your Craft Off
When: May 26, 6 p.m.
Where: Online
Cost: Free – $12 tickets available here
60 Minutes in Space
When: May 26, 7 – 8 p.m.
Where: Denver Museum of Nature & Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver
Cost: Free register here
Mile High Flea Market Free Admission Friday
When: May 28, 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: Mile High Flea Market, 3rd Ave. between L St. and K St., Denver
Cost: Free admission