Denver Weekend Guide: Things To Do (4/16–4/19)

Explore Denver this weekend with a curated guide to the best events, including food, music, art, and cultural activities throughout the city. Here is a listing of what to do in Denver this weekend:

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UP-COMING FASHION EVENTS

SUSTAINABLE Spring ’26 Presented by Furniture Row

When: Fri, May 1, 7:00 p.m. Where: Furniture Row Showroom – 5445 Bannock St, Denver Cost: $30+ The Lowdown: 

This show honors designers committed to ethical production, eco-conscious materials and slow fashion principles. From upcycled textiles to responsible sourcing and transparent manufacturing, this runway proves that sustainability and high design can coexist beautifully.

SOCIETY Spring ’26 Presented by Furniture Row

When: Saturday, May 2, 7:00 p.m. Where: Furniture Row Showroom – 5445 Bannock St, Denver Cost: $30+ The Lowdown: 

Denver Fashion Week’s most elevated and couture-driven evening. This showcase highlights avant-garde collections, luxury craftsmanship and bold artistic expression. It’s a celebration of high fashion — where visionary design and dramatic silhouettes command the runway.

Family Day: YOUTH + MOMMY & ME Spring ’26 Presented by Furniture Row

When: Sunday, May 3, 3:00 p.m. Where: Furniture Row Showroom – 5445 Bannock St, Denver Cost: $30+ The Lowdown: 

A heartwarming and high-energy experience celebrates the next generation of fashion. Featuring youth designers, young models and coordinated parent-child looks, this daytime runway brings together families, creativity and community in a joyful celebration of style at every.

STREETWEAR & SNEAKERS Spring ’26 Presented by Furniture Row

When: Tuesday, May 5, 6:00 p.m. Where: Furniture Row Showroom – 5445 Bannock St, Denver Cost: $30+ The Lowdown: 

Streetwear & Sneakers taps into culture, edge and urban influence. This show highlights bold graphics, statement footwear, layered styling and trend-driven collections rooted in music, art and street culture. Expect high-impact energy and looks that define what’s next in everyday fashion.

MAXIMALISM Spring ’26 Presented by Furniture Row

When: Wednesday, May 6, 6:00 p.m. Where: Furniture Row Showroom – 5445 Bannock St, Denver Cost: $30+ The Lowdown: 

Maximalism Night embraces fearless self-expression. Designers will showcase vibrant color stories, dramatic textures, exaggerated silhouettes and unapologetic styling. It’s a runway dedicated to more — more volume, more detail, more personality.

OUTERWEAR + ATHLEISURE Spring ’26 Presented by Furniture Row

When: Thursday, May 7, 6:00 p.m. Where: Furniture Row Showroom – 5445 Bannock St, Denver Cost: $30+ The Lowdown: 

New for Spring 2026, Outerwear & Athleisure celebrates Colorado’s unique intersection of performance and polish. This show highlights technical innovation, structured outerwear, luxury sportswear and contemporary layering designed for movement and style.

SWIM & RESORT WEAR Spring ’26 Presented by Furniture Row

When: Saturday, May 9 7:00 p.m. Where: Furniture Row Showroom – 5445 Bannock St, Denver Cost: $30+ The Lowdown: 

Back by demand, Swimsuit & Resort Wear delivers high-energy glamour and vacation-ready style. Designers will present bold swim silhouettes, sculptural one-pieces, vibrant prints and flowing resort looks that set the tone for Summer 2026. It’s an evening of color, confidence and destination-inspired drama.

Denver Fashion Week Model Auditions

When: Sun, May 17, 11 am – 3 p.m. Where: TBA Cost: $15 The Lowdown: 

Searching for fresh new talent of traditional and non-traditional male and female models ages 14-65, and all fabulous moms and their stylish kids aged 6-14 with a strong runway walk and presence to walk the Denver Fashion Week upcoming runway shows.


MUSIC EVENTS

Dylan Reese

When: April 16, 7:00 p.m. Where: Lost Lake Lounge -3602 E. Colfax Cost: $32+ The Lowdown: 

Lost Lake Presents Dylan Reese & Adam Yokum with Sean Patek

Disco Lines with GUDFELLA

When: April 17 5:30 p.m. Where: Farrand Field -Wardenburg Dr & Baker Dr, Boulder Cost: $99+ The Lowdown: 

Most recently, The Eli Young Band saw continued triumphs with their latest album “10,000” towns, debut at the top of the US country album charts.

Infected Mushroom

When: April 18, 10:00 p.m. Where: The Church Nightclub – 1160 Lincoln St Cost: $24+ The Lowdown: 

Infected Mushroom is a psytrance/indie/electronica act from Israel.

Aleks Syntek

When: April 19, 7:00 p.m. Where: Cervantes’ Masterpiece Ballroom and Cervantes Other Side -2637 Welton Street Cost: $49+ The Lowdown: 

35 años no se celebran cualquier día… Y nosotros lo vamos a celebrar EN GRANDE.


FOOD EVENTS

Late Night Happy Hour

When: April 9, 9:00 p.m. Where: Thirsty Lion – 1605 Wynkoop St. Denver Cost: $7.95 The Lowdown: 

delicious food and drink specials starting at just $7.95. Savor our popular Ahi Poke Stack, Spicy Fried Chicken Sliders, refreshing Moscow Mule, and more!

Date Night Fridays

When: March 10, 3:00 – 8:00 p.m. Where: Done Deal – 370 17th St. Denver Cost: $5+ The Lowdown: 

In Chef Troy Guard’s opinion, Friday night is for date night. The cocktail bar has dedicated a few specials curated with couples in mind. These deals are available all night, every Friday.

Pearl’s Brilliance

When: April 18, 4:00 – 11:00 p.m. Where: Call Me Pearl – 1600 20th St., Unit 410 Cost: $7+ The Lowdown: 

This collection of cocktails and bites transforms familiar flavors into captivating experiences, highlighting the artistry and inventive spirit behind each creation.

Bottomless Is Back

When: April 19, 11:00 a.m. Where: Kachina Cantina -1890 Wazee St. Cost: $28 The Lowdown: 

Round up your best brunch crew and take a seat to explore all the flavors of the Southwest; brunch style. From Chilaquiles to Braised Beef Flautas, classic Mexican Breakfast and of course, MIMOSAS


LIFESTYLE EVENTS

Craig Conant

When: April 16, 7:00 p.m. Where: Comedy Works Downtown in Larimer Square – 1226 15th St. Cost: $25+ The Lowdown: 

Craig Conant is a fast-rising comedian known for his unique blend of storytelling, self- deprecating humor, and reflections on sobriety.

Conversation Pieces

When: April 17, 10:00 a.m. Where: Denver Art Museum 100 – W. 14th Ave. Pkwy. Cost: $522+ The Lowdown: 

Conversation Pieces: Stories from the Fashion Archives features more than 60 unique designs from the DAM’s own fashion collection, most of which have never been shown before.

Pete Corraele: As I Was Saying featuring Geoff Tice

When: April 18, 8:00 p.m. Where: MCA Denver at the Holiday Theater – 2644 W 32rd Ave Denver Cost: $49+ The Lowdown: 

The Pete and Sebastian Show is one of the most wildly popular comedy podcasts on air today.

Sunday Funday: Singles CorePower Yoga + Mixer

When: April 19, 1:00 p.m. Where: CorePower Yoga Tennyson — 3955 Tennyson St Cost: $36+ The Lowdown: 

Start with a Yoga Sculpt + Flow class blending yoga, cardio, and light weights for a fun, energizing workout. After class, we’ll head to Hops & Pie for our mixer portion to keep the fun going!


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