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Unique Things To Do in Denver This Weekend 4/16 – 4/20

byFaith Malinowski
April 16, 2025
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Ironically enough, Easter falls on the same day as The Mile High 420 Festival this year. Depending on how you might like to spend your time, Denverites can attend the Family Egg Hunt at Four Mile Historic Park and grab some Easter-themed cookies at Curate Mercantile on Saturday and 420 On The Rocks on Sunday.
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Denver Fashion Week Spring 2025

When: May 10 – 18
Where: The Brighton – A NPU Venue – 3403 Brighton Blvd, Denver, CO 80216
Cost: $35+

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Paul Simon

When: April 16, 8 p.m. Where: Paramount Theatre, 1621 Glenarm Pl., Denver, CO Cost: $110+ The Lowdown: 

Paul Simon has been making music since the ’60s. While many know of him from his work with Art Garfunkel, Simon is still going strong. In 2023, he released the acoustic album Seven Psalms.

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Tucker Wetmore

When: April 16, 8 p.m. Where: The Ogden Theatre, 935 E. Colfax Ave., Denver, CO Cost: $48.92 The Lowdown: 

As Tucker Wetmore embarks on Waves On A Sunset Tour, he will make a stop at The Ogden with special guest Jacob Hackworth. Catch some country music in the Mile High City this Thursday.

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Liquid Stranger

When: April 18, 8 p.m. Where: Mission Ballroom, 4242 Wynkoop St., Denver, CO Cost: $48.92 The Lowdown: 

Liquid Stranger is a prominent force in the electronic dance music scene. The Swedish musician will be performing three nights from Friday to Sunday at the Mission with a different opening lineup each night. For Friday night, Chmura, Rohaan, Yoko, Crawdad Sniper and Tyde will perform.

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Hippie Sabotage

When: April 19, 7 p.m. Where: Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre, 18300 W. Alameda Pkwy., Morrison, CO Cost: $68+ The Lowdown: 

Hip-hop duo Hippie Sabotage is comprised of brothers Kevin and Jeff Saurer. They will be bringing their sound to the Red Rocks stage, alongside opening acts Two Feet and Kal Banx.

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Wiz Khalifa

When: April 20, 5 p.m. Where: Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre, 18300 W. Alameda Pkwy., Morrison, CO Cost: $99.90+ The Lowdown: 

Who better to celebrate 4/20 with than Wiz Khalifa at our beloved Red Rocks Amp? This year’s 420 On the Rocks will include performances by Larry June, Ab-Soul, Chevy Woods and DJ Bonics, in addition to Wiz.

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From Farm to Glass: Whiskey Sisters Supply & Laws Whiskey House

When: April 16, 5:30 p.m. Where: Laws Whiskey House, 80 W. Arkansas Ave., Denver, CO Cost: $60 The Lowdown: 

Felicia Ohnmacht from Whiskey Sisters Supply will be present at this event celebrating the connection between land, heritage and the craft of whiskey making. Guests will also hear from Al Laws, Sam Poirer and Head Distiller at Laws Whiskey while trying never-before-released Laws bourbons.

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Platform Series: Growers Champagne Dinner

When: April 17, 6:30 p.m. Where: Denver Union Station, 1701 Wynkoop St., The Platform in the Great Hall, Denver, CO Cost: $150 per guest + tax & gratuity The Lowdown: 

This dining experience is a celebration of Chablis wines paired with a crafted multi-course menu. It will showcase premier and grand cru selections from William Fèvre and Domaine Laroche.

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Maggiano’s Denver Tech Center – Charcuterie 101, Wine and Cheese Pairing

When: April 18, 7 p.m. Where: Maggiano’s Little Italy, 7401 South Clinton St., Centennial, CO Cost: $68.70 The Lowdown: 

Learn to create the perfect charcuterie board while sipping on wines and finding the best suited cheese pairings. There will be an appetizer buffet to enjoy throughout class.

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Jaeme Bakes Eggstra Special Easter Cookie Pop Up

When: April 19, 1:30 p.m. Where: Curate: A Local Mercantile, 8242 S. University Blvd., Littleton, CO Cost: Free The Lowdown: 

Jaeme will be selling her decorated Easter sugar cookies just in time for the holiday! She is also offering “Paint Your Own Cookie” sets available for purchase. While here, browse the many other vendors offering handmade goods, clothing, jewelry, plants and much more.

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Take & Bake Easter Meals

When: April 20 (pick up April 19 between 12 – 3 p.m.) Where: Restaurant Olivia, 290 S. Downing St., Denver, CO Cost: $6 – $59 The Lowdown: 

As many places already have fully stocked reservation lists for Easter, consider placing an order for a “Take and Bake” from Restaurant Olivia. They will be offering their classic lasagna or vegetarian spinach and artichoke lasagna. You may even complete the order with a wine pairing.

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Joel Swanson: I Know You Are But What Am I

When: April 12 – 22 Where:  RedLine Contemporary Art Center, 2350 Arapahoe St., Denver, CO Cost: $5 suggested donation for admission The Lowdown: 

Joel Swanson is an early alumnus of RedLine’s Artist Residency, and he is returning with an exploration of language and identity with his use of semiotics and symbolism in neon text, graphic works and sculptural interventions. “Swanson investigates how language can be a tool of both oppression and empowerment.”

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1340 Penn After Hours: Transatlantic Titanic Parlor Games!

When: April 17, 6:30 p.m. Where: Molly Brown House Museum, 1340 Pennsylvania St., Denver, CO Cost: $30 The Lowdown: 

Test your knowledge of Titanic history and pop culture through a night of trivia and interactive parlor games in the home of Titanic survivor, Margaret “Molly” Brown at this 1340 Penn After Hours event.

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Akaash Singh

When: April 18, 9:45 p.m. Where:  Comedy Works South, 5345 Landmark Pl., Greenwood Village, CO Cost: $35 – $47.50 The Lowdown: 

Akaash Singh is a stand-up comedian, podcaster and actor. He was previously on television shows, including MTV’s Guy Code and Wild’n Out, Netflix’s Brown Nation, and The Leftovers. He also co-created Flagrant, a podcast with Andrew Schulz and self-produced and directed his first stand up special Bring Back Apu.

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Family Egg Hunt

When: April 19, 8:30 and 1:30 p.m. Where: Four Mile Historic Park, 715 S. Forest St., Denver, CO Cost: $15 – $32 The Lowdown: 

Four Mile Historic Park is hosting an egg-stravaganza with 20,000 eggs, age-specific scrambles and a search for golden eggs across the 12-acre park. Included with ticket purchase is the egg hunt, a magician, meet and greet with the bunny, concert, crafts, tractor rides, an egg rolling contest and croquet.

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Mile High 420 Festival

When: April 20, 2 – 9 p.m. Where: Civic Center Park, 101 14th Ave., Denver, CO Cost: $28.52+ The Lowdown: 

It’s that time of year! The Mile High 420 Festival is bringing together live music from acts like Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, entertainment and culture for the people who enjoy a little cannabis celebration. There will be two stages of music, along with immersive brand activations, food vendors and more.

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