The 7th Annual Petite Parade is back this week in Denver, The Colorado Symphony joins Lettuce at Mission Ballroom, the Mile High Beer Festival returns, and MEAN GIRLS is at Buell Theatre direct from Broadway.
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Denver Fashion Week Emerging Designer Challenge Fashion Show
Two designers will be selected to present their collections in the upcoming DFW Spring ’25 season (May 10-18). These designers will be chosen by a panel of judges, including two Denver Fashion Week lead producers and local designers, as well as those in attendance who can also vote.
Afroman
Afroman is bringing a show to Ophelia’s this evening. Swing by for a chance to hear some of his hits like “Because I Got High.” He released a new song Feb. 5 with Bankboi Money called “Another.”
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Disturbed
Are you “Down with the Sickness”? Disturbed is embarking on The Sickness 25th Anniversary Tour. On March 7, the band is releasing their 25th Anniversary Deluxe Edition of The Sickness. Three Days Grace and Sevendust will open.
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MJ Lenderman & The Wind
MJ Lenderman is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Asheville, North Carolina. In 2024, Lenderman released Manning Fireworks, as his solo career takes off and he breaks away from band Wednesday. Indie rock band Wild Pink will open.
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Finneas
While Finneas splits much of his time songwriting and producing with sister Billie Eilish and many other big-name artists, he also has a solo career he is harnessing. In 2024, he released For Cryin’ Out Loud! of which he is now touring, with a stop at The Fillmore.
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Lettuce with The Colorado Symphony
Lettuce, a funk band hailing from Boston, is joined by The Colorado Symphony for another special performance. The musical blend that fuses Lettuce and The Symphony has long proved to be impressive and beautiful (since 2018). This is a show you won’t want to miss.
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Wine and Cookie Pairing
Who doesn’t love a unique pairing? This event will feature a CA Petite Syrah, Black Raspberry Merlot, Blush, and a 2023 WA Pinot Gris paired with a chocolate chunk cookie, raspberry macaron, lemon cookie and pistachio macaron, respectively.
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In-Person Class: Handmade Gnocchi
During this class, learn how to prepare handmade gnocchi from scratch, along with a Brown Butter and Sage sauce from Chef Christian. A brief discussion on the origins of gnocchi in Italy will help inform the love that goes into creating these dumplings from potato dough.
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The Murder Mystery Co’s Dinner Theater Show
For February’s Murder Mystery Dinner, the theme is a 1950’s sock hop, “A Dance with Death.” Have a delicious three-course meal while participating in an interactive show where even you are responsible for helping find the killer through all the twists and turns.
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2025 Mile High Beer Festival
The Mile High Beer Festival is a locally-focused craft beer celebration with over 40 vendors and 100+ beers, ciders, spirits and more to sample. Come on through and learn why The Front Range is known for our flourishing craft beer scene.
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Timber & Tallow Presents: The Pit Master Academy Brisket Fundamentals
Ticket purchase includes a world-class brisket dinner with Texas competition-style Brisket and KC Style Burnt Ends, in addition to an in-depth course from Timber & Tallow of techniques and secrets to selecting, trimming, seasoning, smoking and perfecting brisket like a pitmaster.
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Anna Kaye: Finding Light
Anna Kaye “explores the duality of loss and regrowth in nature through the lens of wildfire as a cyclical part of a forest’s vitality” in Finding Light at the Denver Botanic Gardens. On view, you will find Kaye’s amazingly detailed charcoal drawings.
Photo by Anna Kaye
Mean Girls
MEAN GIRLS, the hit musical, is being performed direct from Broadway at our very own Buell Theatre. Nothing compares to a live performance with a talented cast, especially when it’s a show that has become a cultural phenomenon.
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BANFF Mountain Film Festival – Granite Series
For night two out of four, Colorado Mountain Club is bringing the spirit of outdoor adventure to Denver with the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour. The festival celebrates achievements in outdoor storytelling and filmmaking worldwide.
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Makers Market at Park Meadows Grand Opening
As the Park Meadows mall opens in Lone Tree, the first 20 shoppers will receive a free gift (with a $20 purchase) full of donated treats from vendors, as well as complimentary samples. There will be 30+ local vendors offering a mix of handmade items, clothing, home decor, Colorado food and more.
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7th Annual Petite Parade
All are invited to “laissez les bons temps rouler” by building a tiny and creative float with a shoebox base and wheels. Bonus points are awarded for team costumes and miniature parade “throws.” Floats will be awarded based on several categories including Most Original Float, Best Team Theme and more. Denver’s Handsome Little Devils will provide entertainment, along with live music.
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