Events

Join History Colorado for a view behind the lens of the museum's exhibition By Their Hats, Horses and Homes, We Shall Know Them with curator Megan Friedel, historian Jason Hanson and archivist Adrienne Evans. From Oliver and Otis Aultmans' portraits of Trinidad to Eugenia Kennicott's sweet portrayal of ranch life near Westcliffe to Charles Lillybridge's street photos of.... Read More

Two Shows Only! Sunday, November 27th at 1pm and Monday, November 28th at 7pm. King Lear has ruled for many years. As age begins to overtake him, he decides to divide his kingdom amongst his children, living out his days without the burden of power. Misjudging his children’s loyalty and finding himself alone in the.... Read More

Clyfford Still Museum is teaming up with the Denver Art Museum and History Colorado Center to host the Golden Triangle Educator Block Party.  Enjoy complimentary admission to the Clyfford Still Museum, Denver Art Museum, and History Colorado Center. Visit each institution and learn about the rich educational programs available to schools and teachers. Light refreshments will be.... Read More

Periodically, the City and County of Denver authorizes General Obligation (GO) Bonds to restore, replace, and expand infrastructure and capital assets across the city. Denver plans to present the next general obligation bond (GO Bond) authorization to voters in November 2017, based on Elevate 2020, the 2015-2020 Six Year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The CIP identifies.... Read More

A book club with a twist! The European Book Club at the Alliance Française de Denver meets monthly on the last Tuesday of the month to discuss a different Europe-centered book (in ENGLISH). Refreshments are provided, but space is limited so reserving your spot is essential. About the Book: In the widely hailed prequel to Penguin Lost, aspiring.... Read More

Catherine Chauvin, Director of the School of Art and Art History, Associate Professor of Studio Art, University of Denver Join The Clyfford Still Museum for a signature program that challenges participants.... Read More

Get ready for baking by designing and 3D-printing your own custom cookie cutter! DISCLAIMER: 3D printing is SLOW, so the library won't be able to print out your creations right.... Read More

Panelists: Michael Bernhardt, Kelly Monico, Jessica Moore, Tsehai Johnson ‌MSU Denver's Center for Visual Art offers programming, events, lectures and much more to foster a deeper understanding of the art we.... Read More

Visit Old South Pearl Street for Box Elder Horse and Wagon rides, a holiday market with gift and food vendors, local merchant open house from the 1200 – 1900 blocks, and.... Read More

Artist talk with Shawn Meek ‌MSU Denver's Center for Visual Art offers programming, events, lectures and much more to foster a deeper understanding of the art we have on view,.... Read More

Free First Saturdays are a great time to try out the Denver Art Museum! Celebrate creativity and Latin cultura at CelebrARTE on Free First Saturdays with bilingual activities for toda la familia. The Denver Art.... Read More

Open your eyes and your mind. Pop into the teen lounge for our free morning making sessions. Enjoy breakfast snacks while learning new art techniques and skills, no experience required..... Read More

Learn more about the Homestead Act and homesteading in Colorado while creating your own edible homestead in this fun hands on workshop. We'll create a holiday themed homesteads using delicious.... Read More

Join the galleries in Denver’s Art District on Santa Fe (Santa Fe Dr. between 7th and 10th) for holiday shopping plus free brunch bites and mimosas! Simply drop by any of the 30+ participating galleries for your complimentary brunch item along the brunch crawl and get your shopping done while supporting local artists. More info: http://www.artdistrictonsantafe.com/the-art-of-brunch/

Guess who's coming to town this winter… It's Krampusnacht at the Denver Christkindl Market! Krampus celebrations take place every year on Dec. 5, the eve of St. Nicholas’ Day in Austro-Bavarian Alpine folklore. During Christmas season Krampus, a horned, half-goat, half-demon figure, punishes children who have misbehaved, in contrast with St. Nicholas, who rewards the well-behaved.... Read More

Here's your chance to show off your ugly sweater and get in the holiday spirit with the Awkward Family Photos exhibit. Get a chance to see the reveal of the winning photo from the Awkward Family Photo Colorado contest. Take your holiday card photos in the DIY photo studio. Enjoy happy hour holiday cocktails, while.... Read More

Meet the Christkind, the namesake of the Denver Christkindl Market ! Visit with St. Nikolaus. The Christkind is the traditional Christmas gift-bringer in parts of Germany, Austria, and in other European countries. A fairy-like being with her white and golden dress, blond locks and golden crown, the Christkind has been the symbol of our event for years.... Read More

Artist talk with Alan Murdock ‌MSU Denver's Center for Visual Art offers programming, events, lectures and much more to foster a deeper understanding of the art we have on view, encouraging a dialog about contemporary art between MSU Denver students, faculty, and the greater Denver community. More info: http://www.msudenver.edu/cva/events/

MSU Denver's Center for Visual Art offers programming, events, lectures and much more to foster a deeper understanding of the art we have on view, encouraging a dialog about contemporary art between MSU Denver students, faculty, and the greater Denver community. More info: http://www.msudenver.edu/cva/events/

My Teenage Angst is an evening when brave souls take the stage and read real journal entries from their tweens to twenties for our entertainment. Dig up your old yearbooks, journals, and notes passed in class and take part in the show Westword called the “Best Way to Publicly Embarrass Yourself and Still Have Fun.” This open mic style show.... Read More

Join History Colorado for a holiday concert with vocalist Marta Burton and pianist Hank Troy, rich with beloved holiday music and memories of growing up in Colorado over the last century. The show celebrates 102 years of holiday illumination in the Mile-High City telling the story of how Denver became the "Christmas Capitol of the World.".... Read More

Woohoo!! Black Sheep Fridays is back at MCA Denver for its 7th season of sophisticated nonsense, bringing museum quality malarky to the masses. Every other Friday through January 20, 2017, head to the rooftop cafe at the MCA for happy hour 5p - 7p and a delightfully weird mashup program 6p - 8p. Arrive early as capacity.... Read More

Celebrating the beauty and tradition of the holiday season, this signature free family event—Luminarias de Santa Fe—is becoming one of the fastest growing holiday attractions in Denver, adding to the beautification of the Santa Fe Drive corridor. Much like the holiday lighting of the Denver City and County building or the Parade of Lights, Luminarias.... Read More

On Saturday, December 10th, the Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District invites you to experience the true joy of the holiday season, including winter itself, at the inaugural Winter Fest on Fillmore. This festive celebration will transform Fillmore Plaza into a winter wonderland, featuring: Live ice sculpting Temporary fire pits Face painting Complimentary treats and warm beverages Giveaways Denver Police Department mounted patrol.... Read More

Join the galleries in Denver’s Art District on Santa Fe (Santa Fe Dr. between 7th and 10th) for holiday shopping plus free brunch bites and mimosas! Simply drop by any of the 30+ participating galleries for your complimentary brunch item along the brunch crawl and get your shopping done while supporting local artists. More info: http://www.artdistrictonsantafe.com/the-art-of-brunch/

A potpourri of Holiday cheer. When was the last time someone read you a story? Like really read it with drama and feeling? Stories on Stage presents literary works from a variety of genres, all read by professional actors. And it’s captivating. Two performances: 1:30p and 6:30p More info and tickets: http://www.storiesonstage.org/store/p8/Making_Merry.html

A potpourri of Holiday cheer. When was the last time someone read you a story? Like really read it with drama and feeling? Stories on Stage presents literary works from a variety of genres, all read by professional actors. And it’s captivating. Two performances: 1:30p and 6:30p More info and tickets: http://www.storiesonstage.org/store/p8/Making_Merry.html

The Tattered Cover welcomes Jamie Horton, acclaimed actor, director, and writer -- currently an Associate Professor at Dartmouth College -- for their annual holiday reading. Everyone is invited to celebrate the spirit of the holidays with warm drinks, and yummy treats provided by the Tattered Cover Cafe, as Jamie reads from several holiday classics. While this event is.... Read More

History Colorado presents a Tiny Library Concert double-header in December, featuring Natalie Tate and Pineross! Natalie Tate (natalietatemusic.com) was the 2016 winner of the Denver Westword's Best Singer-Songwriter award. A long-time fixture in Denver's indie rock scene, Tate makes ethereal, roots-based indie pop blended with the sweet simplicity of her voice. Her latest beat-driven EP,.... Read More

This month Ross-Cherry Creek Library is doing something different—something more interactive than ever before. Award-winning food writer and 5280 contributing editor Amanda M. Faison is hosting a cookie exchange. That’s right, she’ll bring cookies, you’ll bring cookies and everyone will go home with a bounty of goodies. Bake your favorite treat (gluten, gluten-free, vegan, bathed in.... Read More

Another fun holiday tradition at Little Man Ice Cream. Everyone welcome. More info: http://www.littlemanicecream.com/event/pajama-christmas-carol-hora-around-the-menorah-2/

Winter has come. Success is never final, failure is never fatal. 7 minutes, 10 images, 1 failure. Join us as we celebrate failure with Denver's most transparent people in business and beyond. Braden Holt / IndiCard Delanie Holton-Fessler / The Craftsman & Apprentice Devon Kerns / FATE.love More info and tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fuckup-nights-denver-vol-6-tickets-29527433348

Over the years, Warm Cookies has put police, god, children, and voting on trial. Now they challenge the most interesting minds in our community to prosecute or defend: Capitalism Come be the judge and jury as we explore the pillars of the economic system. Prosecution: Roshan Bliss believes in young people and will take on Markets Thamanna Vasan crunches numbers and has.... Read More

To say “Christmas Carol” these days is inevitably to think of the thrilling and beautiful arrangements that Sir David Willcocks, who died in September 2015, wrote when he was the organist-choirmaster at King’s College, Cambridge and later director of the Royal College of Music. Paying tribute to this giant of the 20th century choral world, and the Lessons.... Read More

One Night Only! Friday, December 16th at 10pm. A gadget salesman is looking for a special gift for his son and finds one at a store in Chinatown. The shopkeeper is reluctant to sell him the "mogwai" but sells it to him with the warning to never expose him to bright light, water, or to.... Read More

One Screening Only! Sat, Dec 17th at 1pm. On Christmas Eve, Marie’s wooden nutcracker doll transforms into a beautiful prince who takes her on a magical journey. Before they leave, they must confront the Mouse King whose army is threatening Marie… Christmas would not be complete without the enchanting tale of young Marie and her.... Read More

Join the galleries in Denver’s Art District on Santa Fe (Santa Fe Dr. between 7th and 10th) for holiday shopping plus free brunch bites and mimosas! Simply drop by any of the 30+ participating galleries for your complimentary brunch item along the brunch crawl and get your shopping done while supporting local artists. More info: http://www.artdistrictonsantafe.com/the-art-of-brunch/  

The 42nd Annual TubaChristmas Concert in Skyline Park will feature 300 tuba players from all over the region. Want to play with the group?  Click on the link below and register to participate in the rehearsal that morning before performing with the group at 1p. More info: http://www.tubachristmas.com/readtcloc.php?TCState=CO

Join professional artists in the DRAWING Room at the Still Museum for a peek into the creative process. Engage in discussion and watch them create works in a variety of media. More info: https://clyffordstillmuseum.org/event/artist-demonstration-paper-making/

Join Leon Gallery for the most freakishly festive event of the year. Meet fellow creative compadres for a night of tchotchke trading and fine art viewing. The surrounding scene at Leon will be elevated by Jonathan Saiz's current body of work, "The Deep End". Jonathan will also be hosting YOUtube Tuesday that same night, in.... Read More

Make + Tell is a monthly program at MCA Denver where members of the creative community are invited to gather in the MCA Cafe for project workshopping and happy hour, followed by talks from up-and-coming Colorado makers where they discuss their current projects. On Wednesday, December 21, Make & Tell will begin at 6PM with.... Read More

Join in a luminous walking symphony of smart phones, mp3 players, and boomboxes when we envelope downtown Denver with NYC composer Phil Kline’s UNSILENT NIGHT, a unique community caroling event where the audience becomes the performer. Gather on the front steps of Central Presbyterian Church (Sherman St at 17th St) at 6p and you’ll be.... Read More

Woohoo!! Black Sheep Fridays is back at MCA Denver for its 7th season of sophisticated nonsense, bringing museum quality malarky to the masses. Every other Friday through January 20, 2017, head to the rooftop cafe at the MCA for happy hour 5p - 7p and a delightfully weird mashup program 6p - 8p. Arrive early as capacity.... Read More

Celebrate community, culture, Christmas Eve, and the first night of Chanukah at this fun annual event at the legendary Mercury Cafe. Brooklyn-based Tsibele, a lively four-piece klezmer ensemble (violin, accordion, trumpet and flute) who have been making a name for themselves in the New York klezmer and world music scene will be on hand as well.... Read More

Join DMNS for a night of dinosaurs! Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for Jurassic Park trivia and the movie starts at 7:15 p.m. An age-old fantasy becomes a reality as dinosaurs are genetically re-created for the ultimate theme park in this adaptation of Michael Crichton’s best-selling novel, Jurassic Park. The adventure begins in wonder and excitement for.... Read More

Party down at noon so you don’t have to stay up late! Activities, snacks, and fun for all ages, and a countdown at noon. More info: https://www.denverlibrary.org/event?id=27971