Things To Do In And Around Denver This Weekend – 12/17-12/21

This weekend, the Denver area offers a variety of events, allowing you to enjoy various food, music, art, and cultural activities around the city.

MUSIC EVENTS

Mark Mackay

When: Dec 18, 8 p.m. Where: Globe Hall Live Music & Kitchen – 4483 Logan St Denver Cost: $32+ The Lowdown: 


Mark Mackay – Rock’n Rollin’ Guitar Slingin’ Christmas Tour with Sun jr. and Meg Walker.
Blazing guitars and reflective storytelling; spirited swagger and compassionate vulnerability. 


THE RAILBENDERS

When: Dec 19, 8 p.m. Where: GOTHIC THEATRE – 3263 S Broadway, Englewood Cost: $45+ The Lowdown: 

Join The Railbenders at Gothic Theatre tomorrow night for their 25th anniversary celebration with support from The Barlow. Limited tickets remain!

Global Dance presents – Luci

When: Dec 20, 10 p.m. Where: The Church Nightclub – 1160 Lincoln St, Denver Cost: $19+ The Lowdown: 

Luci (real name Emily Rose) is an acclaimed electronic music DJ and producer, known for pioneering “space bass” with her otherworldly soundscapes, haunting vocals, and psychedelic vibes.

Make Music Day

When: Dec 21, 4:30 p.m. Where: Two Moons Music Hall – 2944 Larimer St, Denver Cost: FREE The Lowdown: 

Celebrate the season with free live music throughout Denver Union Station as part of Make Music Day Winter. Enjoy an evening of local artists, festive energy, and winter warmth in the Great Hall.

FOOD EVENTS

The Art of Gingerbread, Adult Only

When: Dec 18, 5 p.m. Where: The Ritz-Carlton, Denver – 1881 Curtis St. Denver Cost: $50+ The Lowdown: 

Guests will enjoy crafting their very own gingerbread house amidst twinkling lights and holiday décor – without any sticky little fingers getting in the way. With a cozy cup of hot chocolate or cheery cocktail in hand, guests will be guided through every step to create their own personalized masterpiece.

Baileys Holiday Tasting

When: Dec 19, 4 p.m. Where: FIRE at the ART Hotel – 1201 Broadway St. Denver Cost: Free The Lowdown: 

Baileys & Crown Chocolate Tasting — the perfect blend of festive flavors and sweet cheer, enjoy a pop-up by local artist Charlene Redwine, showcasing her handcrafted greeting cards, prints, and gifts inspired by her Dominican roots — perfect for holiday shopping.

Jingle & Mingle

When: Dec 20, 12 p.m. Where: Poka Lola Social Club – 1850 Wazee St. Denver Cost: $65 The Lowdown: 

Get ready to shimmer, shine, and jingle all the freakin’ way — it’s time for Jingle & Mingle, a festive hands-on holiday workshop where we’ll create custom disco ornaments designed to brighten any home for the holidays! You will choose between a disco candy cane, disco jingle bell, or disco star: each design is beginner-friendly!

Flight Club Weekend Brunch

When: Dec 7, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: Fight Club – 1959 16th St Mall Denver Cost: Price varies The Lowdown: 

Guests have the option of $39 bottomless flatbreads, which includes the price of their oche reservation for Social Darts®. The bottomless flatbread menu features Smoked Salmon Flatbread, Four Cheese Flatbread, Breakfast Flatbread, or Garden Vegetable Flatbread. Guests can also order off the á la carte menu, which includes a fresh-cut fruit plate, breakfast sliders,, avocado toast, and Flight Club’s famous churros.

LIFESTYLE EVENTS

McGregor Skate Ugly Sweater Party

When: Dec 18, 6 p.m. Where: McGregor Square – 1901 Wazee St. Denver Cost: Free The Lowdown: 

Come out to McGregor Skate for a night filled with ugly Christmas sweaters! Put on your best Christmas sweater and receive 50% off your skate. Admission for this event starts at 6pm and no ticket purchase is necessary.

Disney’s Frozen

When: Dec 5, 7 p.m. Where: Arvada Center for the Arts & Humanities – 6901 Wadsworth Blvd Arvada Cost: $62+ The Lowdown: 

When the Snow Queen Elsa accidentally traps her kingdom in perpetual winter, only her younger sister Anna can break the icy spell. With the help of hardworking ice harvester Kristoff, his loyal reindeer Sven, and a happy-go-lucky snowman named Olaf, Anna sets off on an epic journey to find Elsa and bring her home.

Beyond the Canvas Tour: Architecture

When: Dec 20, 2 p.m. Where: Clyfford Still Museum – 1250 Bannock St. Denver Cost: Included in general admission The Lowdown: 

Go beyond the canvas and learn more about the life and artistry of Clyfford Still and the Museum’s extraordinary collection. Each tour, led by Kenda Keenan, CSM’s tour specialist, includes an engaging exploration of selected works, encouraging close looking and lively discussion.

Color Me OG

When: Dec 21, 11 a.m. Where: The Original – 1600 20th St. Denver Cost: $35 The Lowdown: 

Deco Deer painting experience that’ll send you home with a keepsake you’ll cherish forever. We’ll have everything ready for you: canvases, brushes, vibrant paints, and aprons to keep your holiday best looking its best.