Things To Do In Denver This Labor Day Weekend (Sep 4-6)

Latin rock icons Maná return to Red Rocks for the first of two Labor Day weekend performances. The Grammy-winning Mexican band has spent decades building one of the most recognizable catalogs in Latin music, with songs including “Rayando el Sol,” “Oye Mi Amor” and “Labios Compartidos.” Expect a massive sing-along at one of the world’s most iconic outdoor venues.

Phish is bringing its famously devoted community back to Dick’s Sporting Goods Park for the start of another Labor Day weekend run. Known for improvisational performances where no two shows are exactly alike, the band’s annual Colorado appearances have become one of the state’s most anticipated end-of-summer traditions.

Two hip-hop heavyweights are teaElectronic music fans have a massive Saturday night planned as Gareth Emery takes over Mission Ballroom. The British producer and DJ has spent years moving between trance, progressive and vocal-driven electronic music, making his live performances a staple for dance music fans around the world.

One of contemporary blues’ most exciting performers, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram brings his explosive guitar playing to the Bluebird Theater. The Grammy-winning artist has earned a reputation as one of the leading voices helping bring blues to a new generation.

British DJ and producer Joshwa brings his club-ready house sound to Club Vinyl on Sunday. Known for high-energy sets and releases that move between tech house and underground electronic music, Joshwa is a strong pick for anyone looking to spend Labor Day weekend on the dance floor.

Each cupping is capped at 6 people and includes a tasting and discussion on origin, brewing, and flavor profiles. Best of all, it includes a free bag of freshly roasted coffee!

Taste unique and delicious dishes from award-winning local restaurants and learn fun history about the Mile High City on this signature downtown Denver walking food tour.

Rum & Reggae is a laid-back monthly reggae and Caribbean music night in Denver, happening every first Saturday at Bear Creek Distillery — where good sound, good spirits, and good people come together.

Spend a late-summer Sunday morning on the private patio at Carboy Winery Denver with internationally acclaimed guitarist El Javi.

Before the interstates, Colfax was the road trip—thirty miles of neon signs, diners, and motor courts leading out to the mountains. This Labor Day, close out summer the way Colfax always has: with a great burger and fries.

Bring your dancing shoes! The Puppet Theater returns to entertain the kids in the children’s play area at 5pm. The first performance will start prior to the band. If you miss the 5pm show there will be another one. Villa’s Kitchen will be back with some delicious food.

This out-of-this-world tour, departing from Gates Planetarium, takes place on board the Space Express. Travel hundreds of millions of miles in just seconds with Jesse, an enthusiastic, knowledgeable—but inexperienced—tour guide, and Max, a highly advanced, fully integrated onboard computer. Tours of the hottest hot spots and the coldest, stormiest, and most spectacular sights in the solar system await curious space explorers of all ages.

Get ready for an incredible night of live music and dancing at Sábados Sabrosos! Hosted at La Rumba in Denver.

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts’ public tour program offers Behind-the-Scenes Tours of the Arts Complex every Monday and Saturday. During these ninety-minute to two-hour walking tours, you will experience recent updates to our storied performance spaces and discover the people and processes that bring theatre to life. 

Rupprecht Matthies is interested in the power of language and shared creative processes to engage and inspire communities. Drawn from the museum’s permanent collection and reconceived by the artist for installation in the Hirschfeld Atrium, ¿Being Home? is a community-generated artwork that comprises words transformed into colorful mobiles and wall pieces.