Things to do in Denver this weekend
A locals-first shortlist of what's worth your time in Denver this weekend — from outdoor escapes to standout food and live music.
Top spots in Denver
Confluence Park
OutdoorsPlatte River
Tubing the South Platte + a kayak run right downtown.
Denver Botanic Gardens
OutdoorsCheesman Park
24 acres of themed gardens with summer Chihuly nights.
Mount Evans Scenic Byway
OutdoorsFront Range
Drive to 14,000 ft — highest paved road in North America.
Red Rocks Park
OutdoorsMorrison
Sandstone amphitheater + free yoga and sunrise concerts.
Larimer Square
Food & DrinkLoDo
Historic strip with patios, holiday lights and rooftop bars.
RiNo Art District
CultureRiNo
Murals, taprooms and Denver Central Market food hall.
Where to eat
Mercantile Dining & Provision
$$$New American · Union Station
Alex Seidel's farm-to-table + market under one roof.
Safta
$$$Israeli · RiNo
Alon Shaya's mezze and pillowy laffa from the wood oven.
Snooze A.M. Eatery
$$Brunch · Multiple
Pancake flights and bacon Bloody Marys — Colorado original.
Sushi Den
$$$Sushi · Platt Park
Fish flown daily from Tokyo's Toyosu market — book ahead.
Tacos Tequila Whiskey
$$Mexican · Capitol Hill
Street tacos and a Colorado-sized agave list.
Live & on stage
Denver Christkindlmarket
Civic Center Park · Nov 21 – Dec 23 · Holiday
Great American Beer Festival
Colorado Convention Center · Oct 8–10 · Beer Fest
Red Rocks Summer Season
Red Rocks Amphitheatre · Apr – Oct · Mixed
Underground Music Showcase
South Broadway · Jul 24–26 · Indie / Local
Frequently asked
- Locals' favourites right now: Red Rocks Park, RiNo Art District, Denver Botanic Gardens. The full list is curated weekly and balances outdoor, food, culture and live music picks.