Things to Do in Denver This Weekend (August 7–9)

Following overwhelming demand from aspiring models across Colorado, Denver Fashion Week (DFW) has announced a second round of model auditions for its upcoming Fall/Winter 2026 runway season.

One of the summer’s biggest touring packages arrives at Fiddler’s Green with an all-day lineup celebrating ska, punk and reggae-rock. Expect classic anthems, festival energy and one of the largest outdoor crowds of the weekend.

Fresh off another acclaimed year, Beabadoobee brings dreamy indie rock and alternative pop to one of the world’s most iconic venues. Fans can expect favorites alongside newer material in an unforgettable Red Rocks setting.

One of the year’s biggest concerts lands at Coors Field. Noah Kahan’s folk-pop storytelling has made him one of today’s most celebrated live performers, and this stadium show is expected to be one of Denver’s biggest music events of the summer.

The iconic new wave band returns with decades of classics and timeless hits.

Beloved indie-electronic favorites Passion Pit return with fan favorites that helped define an era of alternative dance music.

Cooking with Bourbon offers rich, complex flavors that our chefs will teach you to pair in classic combinations. A bourbon tasting will be included! Our classes include a bar with craft cocktails, wine, and beer for purchase.

Your experienced local guide will share fun cocktail history and stories about Denver’s prohibition days as well as our recent culinary renaissance, putting Denver on the map for foodies and drink enthusiasts across the country.

Set against one of the city’s most iconic backdrops, this vibrant outdoor shopping experience brings together an exciting mix of local artists, makers, collectors, and small businesses offering an ever-changing selection of art, handmade crafts, antiques, clothing, jewelry, home décor, unique treasures, and more.

Get ready for the ultimate showdown! The chefs from all four Stoney’s locations will go head-to-head, competing to create the best burger in town.

The street comes alive with over 170+ local vendors, live music drifting through the air, and the kind of energy you only get when a neighborhood shows up for itself.

This outdoor summer art party is a celebration of all things Colfax, from the weird to quirky to creative. We’ll have car shows as a nod to Colfax’s history as an automobile corridor, new exhibitions, Beat poetry readings, live bands, a car-themed short films showing, and much, much more!

The show invites reflection on how we each understand time, memory, and personal narrative, exploring the spaces between defining moments of our lives, be they triumph, loss, growth, or decline.

Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. 

Denver’s original lantern festival experience returns! Each year unveils a brand-new theme, fresh experiences, and stunning new sculptures. Stay tuned for 2026 themes.

It’s the hottest place in Parker on a Sunday morning with over 100 vendors! Plenty of local produce, meats/dairy, food trucks, artwork, home/body products, and much more!