Unique Things To Do in Denver This Weekend 4/2 – 4/6

American emo band Anxious takes the stage at Globe Hall this evening with support from Ultra Q and Stateside. Anxious was formed in 2016 in Connecticut and includes band members Grady Allen, Sam Allen, Jonny Camner, Dante Melucci and Tommy Harte.

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Denver Jazz Fest is a four-day festivity that takes place across Denver and Boulder venues with renowned and local jazz artists. Denver Jazz is a 501(c)(c) nonprofit organization that hosts Denver Jazz Fest. Check out all of the included venues here.

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And The War Came was released in 2014 — as part of the 10th anniversary, Shakey Graves is performing at Mission Ballroom. Ruby Waters and Tyler Ballgame will open.

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Disco Lines is an American musician, DJ, music producer and songwriter from Boulder, Colorado. Disco Lines has released one EP, Loveland in 2022. it’s murph, Sippy and Wes Mills will be the special guest openers at the iconic Red Rocks.

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In March, Sawyer Hill released EP Aiming At My Head. Hill describes his music as alternative rock with a progressive twist. Rock band Sweet Spine will open at the Bluebird Theater this Sunday.

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Kim Varela, the District Manager for Campari in Colorado will be in attendance to guide guests in tasting Glen Grant marks including The 12 Year, The 15 Year, The 18 Year and The 21 Year, as well as discontinued marks of The 16 Year and The Major’s Reserve. Read more about the history of Glen Grant at the link below.

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Chef Robert Irvine and Chef Troy Guard are hosting this event that begins with a crafted cocktail reception and curated bites, then a five-course wine-paired dinner that showcases the skill and mastery of both chefs. Proceeds will benefit the Robert Irvine Foundation, which supports veterans and first responders.

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During this hands-on cooking class, attendees will learn how to prepare greens with a variety of cooking techniques that enhance flavors and textures. Guests will learn proper washing, prepping and cutting techniques; blanching, sautéing and roasting; creating balanced vinaigrettes and dressings; and preserving herbs and greens for future use.

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At Denver Ramen Festival, there will be a plethora of ramen styles from traditional to fusion prepared by chefs across the city. A list of the vendors in attendance can be found at the ticket link.

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Calling all chocolate lovers: Bibamba Artisan Chocolate is hosting a hand-rolled truffle-making class. This course is a fun, educational two hour class with instructions, supplies and a box of truffles to take home after.

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Another week of the workshop series Laugh Your Craft Off is here! Fruits of Our Labor will guide attendees in creating two different size pom poms for PomPompalooza 2025. Sammy Anzer will be the comedian present making you laugh while crafting.

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The Cinco de Mayo Festival is an opportunity for all to immerse themselves in Mexican culture with contests, entertainment across three stages, food vendors and merchandise from local artisans. There will be Chihuahua Races, a Taco Eating Contest and Lowrider Car Show just to name a few fun events.

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For Opening Day, Dairy Block is hosting a pregame home pener with food, drinks and plenty of activities like a Baseball Card Photo Booth, Rockies T-Shirt Station, Free Rockies Face Paint, live DJs and a bluegrass band, live baseball themed chalk art from Tony Zellaha and more!

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Ms. Destiny is an exhibition on view that “highlights the stories of seven unique and resilient Colorado women who took fate into their hands, overcame barriers, and defined their realities.” This topic is covered through the lenses of relationship, financial access and occupation and presentation.

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Crime Junkie is a true crime podcast hosted weekly by Ashley Flowers and her best friend Brit Prawat. Together, the two research subject matter like infamous serial killers, missing persons and conspiracies. Come see their live show while they embark on the Life Rule #10 Tour.

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