This weekend in Denver is packed with a variety of events catering to diverse interests, offering something for everyone.
From exhilarating concerts and beer festivals to family-friendly Easter celebrations, the city is alive with energy.
The Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) is gearing up for a runway show and dance party, perfect for those looking to enjoy some stylish entertainment.
For live music enthusiasts, renowned artists Wiz Khalifa and Sublime will be taking the stage at the iconic Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre.
For a quieter atmosphere, the Denver Public Library will host a silent pages reading event on the N-Line on Friday evening.
Sports fans will be thrilled as the Colorado Rockies are in town for a home game while the Denver Nuggets have a crucial playoff game scheduled for Saturday.
Whatever your plans may be, the weekend promises to be full of excitement and fun.
**Worth the Trip**
If you’re eager for a great time, don’t miss the Dank Grass Fest 2025 on Saturday at Oskar Blues Brewery in Longmont, featuring a beer and bluegrass festival that runs from noon until 7 p.m. and is free to attend.
On Sunday, head to Frisco for the annual Easter Egg Hunt at Frisco Historic Park, which kicks off at noon and is also free.
**Friday, April 18**
For those looking for some weekend fun, take part in the Paint & Plant event at the Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library from 2 to 3 p.m. Advance registration is required, but it’s free to join in.
The Silent Pages Society will host a reading in motion event on the N-Line, starting at Union Station, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. This event is free, requiring an RTD ticket for travel, and advanced registration is recommended.
Families can delight in the Little University Art Studio’s “Spots and Dots with Press Here” session at Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales Branch Library from 10:30 to 11 a.m. This free activity is ideal for children aged five and under who are accompanied by an adult.
Día del niño features a festive dance party at Montbello Branch Library from 11 to 11:45 a.m. geared towards children under five, and it is also free.
Comedy lovers can enjoy performances by Akaash Singh at Comedy Works South at 9:45 p.m. Tickets range from $35 to $47.50, while Ashley Gavin will perform at Comedy Works Downtown at the same time with tickets priced between $35 and $50.
Art enthusiasts can explore the “See Justice Done: The Legacy of the Titanic Survivors’ Committee” exhibition at the Molly Brown House Museum, open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Prices for this exhibit vary.
The Understudy Art Incubator Space at the Colorado Convention Center will also be hosting its exhibition, “Heard to be Seen, Seen to be Heard,” from noon to 6 p.m., and it’s free to the public.
Don’t miss the Buell Theatre’s production of “The Wiz” at 7:30 p.m. Prices for tickets vary depending on seat selection.
Foodies can attend the “Collaboration Celebration” at The Real Dill and 4 Noses Brewing Co. in Park Hill from 4 to 7 p.m., with no cover charge to join.
Take part in French Regional Cooking classes at Cook Street where the focus is on Alsace from 6 to 9:30 p.m., for a fee of $132. Advance registration is necessary.
For music and nightlife happenings, visit the Belleview Beer Garden for “Live Music Fridays” from 6 to 9 p.m. with no cover charge, or catch Sublime at Red Rocks at 6:30 p.m., with ticket prices varying.
Liquid Stranger will also perform at Mission Ballroom at 8 p.m. with ticket prices varying as well.
**Sports and Fitness**
The Colorado Rockies will face the Washington Nationals at Coors Field on Friday, with the game set to start at 6:40 p.m. Prices for tickets vary.
**Saturday, April 19**
The day begins with the RiNo Spring Bazaar from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 3501 Wazee St., Suite 100. Entry is free, but special activities like an indoor yoga class and drink tokens come at a fee.
All ages are welcome at the Westminster Easter Market at Kokopelli Beer Co. from noon to 5 p.m., with no cover charge for entry.
Trivia Night will take place at Leevers Locavore from 3 to 5 p.m., welcoming all comers at no charge.
Participate in a Fly Fishing Event hosted by Shredder Fly Fishing at 4 Noses Brewing Co. – Park Hill from 4 to 7 p.m., also free to join.
Returning for another evening is “Glowing Wild” at the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. It’s free for children aged two and under, $19 for ages 3-15, and $26 for adults and seniors.
**Kids and Family**
Families can attend the Eggcessible Extravaganza at Thornton Community Center from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. free of charge.
Teens can join RPG Dice Making at the ideaLAB in Sam Gary Branch Library from 10 to 11:30 a.m., with free admission but advanced registration required.
The Learning Lab at Ross-Broadway Branch Library will host “Stories with Soad” from 10:30 to 11 a.m., free for children under five when accompanied by an adult.
The Spring Festival 2025 at Littleton Church of Christ kicks off at 10:30 a.m. and runs until 12:30 p.m., free with advance registration required, open to people of all ages.
Children can visit the Stanley Marketplace for Easter Bunny photos from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., also free of charge.
The Kids Book Celebration will happen from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Westwood Branch Library, aimed at ages 5-12 and free to take part.
Spring Fling offers bunny photos at The Shops at Northfield from noon to 2 p.m. for free, welcoming all ages along with well-behaved pets.
Teens can participate in a Día del Niño workshop to create Peruvian Arpilleras Folk Art at Montbello Branch Library from 1 to 2:45 p.m. for free.
**Comedy and Theater**
Don’t miss out on the MC Workshop with Janae Burris at Comedy Works Downtown starting at 10:30 a.m. Tickets are priced at $50.
Both Akaash Singh and Ashley Gavin will perform again on Saturday night, with shows starting at 9:45 p.m. priced similarly to Friday’s rates.
**Art, Culture, and Media**
The Understudy Art Incubator will continue to present the “Heard to be Seen, Seen to be Heard” exhibition from noon to 6 p.m. with free entry.
Catch another performance of “The Wiz” at the Buell Theatre at 2 p.m. alongside the evening show at 7:30 p.m., with ticket prices varying.
The MCA MAX MIX 2025 Runway Show and Dance Party will take place at 1900 Lawrence St. from 7 p.m. to midnight, starting at $250 for entry.
The Lumonics Immersed event at Lumonics Light & Sound Gallery will run from 8 to 10 p.m., with ticket prices from $15 to $28.52.
**Eat and Drink**
Those looking to indulge can visit Luca for the Easter Cinnamon Roll Pop-Up from 9 a.m. to noon with menu prices varying.
Collaboration Fest will take place at The Westin Westminster from 2 to 6 p.m., with tickets priced at $40 for designated drivers and $75 for general admission starting from 3 p.m.
Join the French Regional Cooking class focusing on Bordeaux at Cook Street from 6 to 9:30 p.m., costing $132 and requiring advanced registration.
**Music and Nightlife**
The Marion Powers Quintet will honor Billie Holiday at Nocturne Jazz and Supper Club from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. and again from 9 to 10:30 p.m., with tickets starting at $36.
Don’t miss Hippie Sabotage at Red Rocks at 7 p.m., with ticket prices that vary.
Liquid Stranger will perform once more at Mission Ballroom at 8 p.m., with various ticket prices available.
**Sports and Fitness**
Rainforest Yoga will be hosted at the Butterfly Pavilion from 7:45 a.m., costing $15 for members and $18 for non-members, with advanced registration required.
Pre-Game Rallies and the Pop Up Nuggets Gold Mine Bar will set the mood at Denver Union Station from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. with no entry fee.
The Colorado Rockies will continue their matchup against the Washington Nationals at Coors Field at 1:10 p.m. with ticket prices varying.
Watch the Denver Nuggets take on the LA Clippers at Ball Arena at 1:30 p.m., with prices for tickets also varying.
The Colorado Avalanche will face the Dallas Stars at 6:30 p.m., with the game available to watch on TNT.
The Houston Dynamo FC will challenge the Colorado Rapids at 6:30 p.m., watchable on Apple TV.
The Colorado Mammoth will play against the Calgary Roughnecks at 7 p.m., available to watch on ESPN+.
**Sunday, April 20**
Start your day with an *Easter Sunrise Service at Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre at 6 a.m., a beautiful way to celebrate.
Join the Earth Day Celebration Market at 3899 Jackson St. from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with free entry.
The Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance will host another “Glowing Wild” from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. with the same ticket prices as the previous night.
**Kids and Family**
Participate in the Art Crawl featuring “ABCs of Curating” at the Clyfford Still Museum from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m., where entry is free for members and children 17 and under, while adult tickets are $15.
Teenagers can compete in a Super Smash Bros Ultimate Tournament at the Central Library from 3 to 4 p.m., which is free with advanced registration required.
**Art, Culture, and Media**
Once again, check out “Heard to be Seen, Seen to be Heard” at the Understudy Art Incubator at the Colorado Convention Center from noon to 6 p.m., free of charge.
The Buell Theatre will hold two performances of “The Wiz” at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., with ticket prices varying.
**Music and Nightlife**
Catch The Micah Miller Quartet as they play the Modern Masters at Nocturne Jazz and Supper Club at 4:30 to 5:40 p.m. and 6:30 to 8 p.m., with tickets starting at $26.
Wiz Khalifa will be performing at Red Rocks at 6 p.m. with prices for entry that vary.
Finally, Liquid Stranger is set to take the stage at Mission Ballroom at 8 p.m., with tickets available at varying prices.
**Sports and Fitness**
Finish your weekend with Rainforest Yoga at the Butterfly Pavilion at 7:45 a.m. for $15 as a member or $18 for non-members, requiring advance registration.
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