Denver has some bright events lined up this week. Kick it off by sipping and raising funds with Cocktail for a Cause and end it by celebrating moms at a Denver Mother’s Day 5k. Whatever the week has designed for you, make sure to take a glance at this roundup of events happening in Denver.
Wednesday, May 4
Cocktail for a Cause
When: May 4 – 31
Where: Cart-Driver Denver, 2500 Larimer St. Ste 100, Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Cart-Driver Denver hosts Cocktail for a Cause. Throughout the month of May, you can order a Cityscapes Mexican lager with a Paloma shot and raise funds for a local nonprofit. Cart-Driver will donate 100% of the proceeds of the cocktail to CHOW.
An Evening with Elizabeth Gilbert
When: May 4, 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Paramount Theatre, 1621 Glenarm Pl., Denver
Cost: $40 – $68, get tickets here
The Lowdown: Experience An Evening with Elizabeth Gilbert. You can hear from Gilbert, the author of the hit novel Eat Pray Love and her newest novel City of Girls, live for a memorable evening.
Uncorked! Comedy Show
When: May 4, 7:45 – 10 p.m.
Where: The Infinite Monkey Theorem, 3200 Larimer St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: The Infinite Monkey Theorem presents an Uncorked! Comedy Show. The event features an evening of wine and comedy with sets from local comedians. You can sip on Infinite Monkey wine while laughing all night long.
Adulti-Verse at Meow Wolf
When: May 4, 6 – 10 p.m.
Where: Meow Wolf Denver, 1338 1st St., Denver
Cost: Varying prices, get tickets here
The Lowdown: Meow Wolf Denver gets fantastical with Adult-Verse. You can explore the immersive art experience during the adult-only evening at Convergence Station with drinks in hand and at the speed of adults.
READ: Get Your Booze on at Meow Wolf’s Adulti-Verse
May the 4th Be With You Celebration
When: May 4, 4 – 10 p.m.
Where: Bear Creek Distillery, 1879 S. Acoma St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Raise a glass to all things Star Wars with a May the 4th Be With You Celebrate. You can sip on Star Wars-themed cocktails, watch Star Wars films and more throughout the day.
Thursday, May 5
Artist Conversation and Walk Through
When: May 5, 6 p.m.
Where: Museum of Contemporary Art Denver 1485 Delgany St., Denver
Cost: $20, get tickets here
The Lowdown: Museum of Contemporary Art Denver presents an Artist Conversation and Walk Through with artist Dyani White Hawk. You can hear from White Hawk as she gives a walkthrough of the Dyani White Hawk: Speaking to Relatives for an artsy evening.
Cinco de Mayo at Terminal Bar
When: May 5, 4 – 7 p.m.
Where: Terminal Bar, 1701 Wynkoop St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Terminal Bar celebrates Cinco de Mayo. You can grab specialty Patron margaritas by stepping on a Patron bike to blend your own with a bit of pedal power, snack on tacos and more throughout the day.
Star Wars Trivia
When: May 5, 7:30 – 10 p.m.
Where: Fiction Beer Company, 7101 E. Colfax Ave., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Test your knowledge of the Star Wars universe during a Star Wars Trivia night. Fiction Beer company hosts the evening with five rounds of trivia, special themed prizes, bites from Tula Tapas food truck and more.
Mister Oso’s Taco Bear
When: May 5, 12 – 10 p.m.
Where: Mister Oso, 3163 Larimer St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Mister Oso is elevating Taco Bell with a Cinco de Mayo pop-up dubbed Taco Bear. The Taco Bear Platter offers Mexican Pizza, Gordo Crunches, Smokey Fiesta Potatoes and a Crunch ‘Rap for $30. You can also wash everything down with spiked Baja Blasts and Code Reds.
Mister Oso Taco Take-Over at Señor Bear
When: May 5, 10 a.m.
Where: Señor Bear, 3301 Tejon St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Mister Oso is popping up at Señor Bear for a Taco Take-Over. The event that celebrates Cinco de Mayo serves up a menu of tacos such as Birria, Pork Carnitas, Bacalaito Battered Fish and Cauliflower al Pastor.
Friday, May 6
First Friday Dairy Block Art Walk
When: May 6, 5 – 9 p.m.
Where: Dairy Block, 1800 Wazee St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Dairy Block partners with Insider Her Studio for a First Friday Dairy Block Art Walk. You can explore local art, listen to live music, sip beverages at pop-up bars and more throughout the night.
Colorado Chocolate Festival
When: May 6 – 7
Where: Crowne Plaza Denver Airport Convention Center, 15500 E. 40th Ave., Denver
Cost: $10, get tickets here
The Lowdown: Get sugary sweet with the Colorado Chocolate Festival. The festival offers thousands of samples of chocolates, vendors offering all things chocolate and a chance to grab a super sweet Mother’s Day gift.
First Friday Art Walk
When: May 6, 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Where: Art District on Santa Fe, 525 Santa Fe Dr., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: First Friday Art Walk is back for the first Friday of the month. You can explore a myriad of creative businesses and galleries that sit within the art district. The walk features more than 100 participating locations on Santa Fe Drive and food trucks delivering bites to fuel your art adventures. You can see paintings, prints, sculptures and more throughout the evening.
Saturday, May 7
Lumonics Immersed
When: May 7, 8 p.m.
Where: Lumonics Gallery, 800 E. 73rd Ave. Unit 11, Denver
Cost: $25, register here
The Lowdown: Experience a multi-sensory adventure with Lumonics Immersed. The event aims to refresh your mind, body and spirit. Before and after the exploration you can take a look at more than 75 light artworks in the front gallery rooms, art studio and performance space.
MCA Penny Admission
When: May 7, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: Museum of Contemporary Art Denver, 1485 Delgany St., Denver
Cost: $.01 at entry or register here
The Lowdown: The Museum of Contemporary Art Denver returns with its Penny Admission. Colorado Residents can get into the museum for a penny, that is right — only one cent — all day long. You can get the chance to see exhibitions such as Eamon Ore-Giron: Competing With Lightning/Rivalizando con el Relámpago and Dyani White Hawk: Speaking to Relatives.
MobCraft Dee Tacko Tap Takeover
When: May 7, 1 – 7 p.m.
Where: Jagged Mountain Craft Brewery, 1139 20th St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Jagged Mountain presents a MobCraft Dee Tacko tap takeover. You can imbibe in a MobCraft brew on tap while snacking on bties from Dee Tacko throughout the day.
READ: MobCraft Denver x Dee Tacko – A New Tacos, Tap Beer and Tequila Concept
Live Music at Woodie Fisher
When: May 7, 1 -4 p.m.
Where: Woodie Fisher Kitchen & Bar, 1999 Chestnut Pl. #100, Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Woodie Fisher continues its Live Music series. This Saturday you can watch musician Paul DeHaven perform live while you grab a bite and sip on a cool drink.
Denver Derby Party
When: May 7, 1 – 6:30 p.m.
Where: McGregor Square, 1901 Wazee St., Denver
Cost: $125 – $275, get tickets here
The Lowdown: Denver Derby Party is back, this year at McGregor Square. You can watch the Kentucky Derby on the big LED screen within the square, sip on drinks and grab bites from the surrounding restaurants for a kicking soiree.
Fourth Anniversary Party
When: May 7, 12 – 6 p.m.
Where: Cervecería Colorado, 1635 Platte St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Cervecería Colorado hosts its Fourth Anniversary Party. The event features special beer releases, traditional Mexican games, music and giveaways to honor four years of achievements. You can grab a glass of Cervecería brew and cheers to four years of craft Mexican culture.
Aspen Wood Aged Tripel Release
When: May 7, 1 p.m.
Where: River North Brewery – Blake Street Taproom, 3400 Blake St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: River North Brewery hosts an Aspen Wood Aged Tripel Release. The abbey-style tripel ale is aged on aspen wood from Locke + Co Distilling for a distinct taste. You can sip on the brew while nibbling on dishes from Surf to Slopes.
Sneaker Con Denver
When: May 7, 12 – 7 p.m.
Where: Colorado Convention Center, 700 14th St., Denver
Cost: $29
The Lowdown: This renowned sneaker show is heading to the Mile High City on Saturday. Hang with your favorite collectors, resellers and influencers under one roof. Buy, sell and/or trade thousands of rare kicks and steals in the Sneaker Con marketplace, and enjoy free authentication. Purchase tickets here.
Sunday, May 8
Drag Bingo Brunch
When: May 8, 11 a.m.
Where: Denver Milk Market, 1800 Wazee St. Ste 100, Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: Denver Milk Market hosts a Drag Bingo Brunch. You can enjoy a brunch bursting with flavor while playing bingo with the help of local drag performers including Shirley Delta Blow. You can also have a chance at winning prizes, snagging ticket giveaways to BenDeLaCreme’s show at Summit and more. Spots are first-come-first-serve, so make sure to arrive early to snag a seat.
READ: Don’t Miss – Shirley Delta Blow Hosts Denver Milk Market’s Drag Bingo Brunch
Music in the Galleries
When: May 8, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: Clyfford Still Museum, 1250 Bannock St., Denver
Cost: Free with museum admission, purchase here
The Lowdown: Clyfford Still Museum returns with its Music in the Galleries series. You can take a seat in the galleries of the museum, surrounded by art to listen to a live performance from Patrick Hyatte on the violin and Ernie Carbajal on the cello.
Denver Mother’s Day 5k
When: May 8, 9 – 11 a.m.
Where: Denver’s City Park, 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver
Cost: $35, register here
The Lowdown: Lace up your sneakers for a Denver Mother’s Day 5k. You can take a 5k run around Denver’s City Park in honor of Mother’s Day and end the race with pancakes, sausage and coffee for a refuel.
READ: 10 Local Gifts to Treat Mom This Mother’s Day
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Mark Your Calendar
Logan Lecture
When: May 10, 6 – 7 p.m.
Where: Denver Art Museum, 100 W. 14th Ave. Pkwy., Denver
Cost: $20, tickets available here
Indigenous Film
When: May 11, 7 p.m.
Where: Online
Cost: Free, register here
Expanded Histories
When: May 14, 9:30 a.m.
Where: The Holiday Theater, 2644 W. 32nd Ave., Denver
Cost: $30, tickets available here
Casting Forward: A One-Night-Only Video Premiere Event
When: May 18, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Bug Theatre, 3654 Navajo St., Denver
Cost: $10-$30, tickets available here