Denver has some festive occasions. Kick it off by hearing from an icon at Becoming: An Intimate Conversation with Michelle Obama and end it by having your jingle on during a Ho Ho Ho Slapdown. Whatever you wind up doing, make sure to have a look at this roundup of events in Denver.
Thursday, December 13
Becoming: An Intimate Conversation with Michelle Obama
Photo Courtesy of Copper Kettle Brewing Company on Facebook
After: December 13 – 24
Where: Copper Kettle Brewing Company, 1338 S Valentia St. Ste 100, Denver
Cost: Free entry
The Lowdown: The 12 Firkins of all Christmas is back. The event features a patting of 12 “firkins” over the 12 days leading up to Christmas. The challenge? You must partake in each individual firkin daily until December 24 to have the ability make sure to have a stamp for every beer and to win a prize. The very first released beer, on December 13, is an All Spruced Up Pale Ale with embossed hints followed with a Baby It’s Quald Outside winter warmer, a #Basic Red Cup peppermint milk stout and a Respect your Elders Triple elderflower tripel. Watch the event page for the full collection of all firkins.
The Spins! ft. Mavis Staples
Photo Courtesy of Lowbrow Denver on Facebook
After: December 13, 5:30 – 10 p.m.
Where: Ratio Beerworks, 2920 Larimer St., Denver
Cost: Free entry
The Lowdown: Ratio Beerworks teams up with Lowbrow Denver to sponsor the 3rd Annual Pintastic. The event features a party of pins with a myriad of enamel pins available for purchase. You can sip a beer from Ratio and subtract all the small works of art. Although Lowbrow is shutting its physical location, Pintastic is set to continue through Ratio Beerworks and Fort Greene Bar.
READ: Local Art Boutique Lowbrow to Close its Doors and Focus on Pop-up Events Instead
The Ugly Sweater Soiree
Photo Courtesy of Next Stage Gallery on Facebook
After: December 13, 8 – 11 p.m.
Where: Next Stage Gallery, 1025 13th St., Denver
Cost: Free entry
The Lowdown: Next Stage Gallery hosts a live show of The Black Mile. The Black Mile is a podcast made by Demetria (Demi), a regional social media influencer and digital advertising master and Isaiah (Zaddy Zay), a young black professional and soccer player. The podcast discusses subjects like the office, societal standards and more from the perspective of a black millennial.
Hakkaisan X Mizu Sake Pairing Dinner
Photo Courtesy of Ratio Beerworks on Facebook
After: December 14, 8 – 10 p.m.
Where: Ratio Beerworks, 2920 Larimer St., Denver
Cost: Free entry
The Lowdown: Ratio Beerworks presents a Punk Rock Drag Show. The event features a drag show to raise capital for One Colorado as well as the neighborhood LGBTQ+ neighborhood. It’s possible to see performances from Vivica Galactica, Izzy Dead, Noveli and more while sipping Ratio brews.
Midnight Madness
Photo Courtesy of Mercury Cafe Denver on Facebook
After: December 14, 8 – 11 p.m.
Where: Mercury Cafe Denver, 2199 California St., Denver
Cost: Free entry
The Lowdown: Mercury Cafe hosts a Resistmas Holiday Celebration. The event features a night of holiday entertaining to observe your traditions with other people. It’s possible to make a dish that reflects your culture or bring a toy to contribute to children in need. And make sure to bring money for the money bar.
A Ridiculous Holiday Extravaganza
Photo courtesy of Howl at the Moon Denver.
After: December 14, 7 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Where: Howl at the Moon Denver, 1735 19th St., Denver
Cost: Free entry
The Lowdown: Howl at the Moon presents an Ugly Sweater Party. The party includes a chance to show off your holiday sweater that is most ugly. You can dance all night to live music, sip drink specials and take part in an ugly sweater contest to win prizes.
A Colorado Christmas
Photo by Brittany Werges
After: December 15, 3 – 6 pm
Where: Sports Castle, 1000 Broadway, Denver
Cost: $40 – $65 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Celebrate the holidays throughout the 7th Denver Beer Festivus. The event features a beer-themed party having a gathering of local breweries to show their best brews. An invitation is delivered within Denver’s city limits to give you a chance.
STAY UP Saturdays
Art By John Van Horn. Photo Courtesy of Ironton Distillery & Crafthouse on Facebook
After: December 15, 3 – 10 p.m.
Where: Ironton Distillery & Crafthouse, 3636 Chestnut Pl., Denver
Cost: $5 – $20 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Ironton Distillery & Crafthouse hosts a Shop & Show at Snow. The event features a double screening of Far Out and Ode to Muir in Teton Gravity Research. Through the features, you can store from local outdoor retailers, and receive your skis waxed, yank on snacks from Smok — Denver and more.
12 Bars of Charity
The Inside of Hudson Hill. Photo by Brittni Bell.
After: December 15, 6 – 11 p.m.
Where: Hudson Hill, 619 E 13th Ave., Denver
Cost: Free entry
The Lowdown: Party all night at the Hudson Hill Festivus. The event is the afterparty for your Denver Beer Festivus. It’s possible to wear your finest &rsquo equipment, imbibe on beverages, more and wine prizes. You can even munch on hot hand pies from Bistro Georgette while you receive festive. The profits from the event benefit ONE Colorado.
Grand Opening
Photo courtesy of Alpine Dog Brewing Company on Facebook
After: December 15, 7 – 11 p.m.
Where: Alpine Dog Brewing Company, 1505 Ogden St., Denver
Cost: Free entry
The Lowdown: Alpine Dog Brewing Company hosts its 3rd Annual ’80s Ski Party. The event features a Screening of Zig Zag made by Level 1, live music from Chrispy Von Richthofen and beer galore. Make sure to use some killer ’80s equipment to match the theme of the party.
Holiday Rumpus and Market
Photo Courtesy of Syntax Physic Opera on Facebook
After: December 15, 6 – 7 Prizes
Where: Syntax Physic Opera, 554 Broadway, Denver
Cost: $10 at entry
The Lowdown: Syntax Physic Opera hosts HitchCocktail Improvised Thriller and drinking game. The event features a chance to play some Alfred Hitchcock style games, sip drinks from Syntax and more.
Sunday, December 16
Holiday Carousel
Photo by Alysia Shoemaker
After: December 16, 6 – 8 pm
Where: Crooked Stave Taproom, 3350 Brighton Blvd., Denver
Cost: Free enroll here
The Lowdown: Crooked Stave Taproom sponsor Drunken History Comedy. The event features a Drunken History humor show with comedians performing history with a twist spin. You can grab a drink from Crooked Stave and kick back and laugh. Half the profits from the event will benefit Conscious Alliance.
Sunday Roast
Photo Courtesy of Bierstadt Lagerhaus on Facebook
After: December 16, 1 – 4 pm
Where: Bierstadt Lagerhaus, 2875 Blake St., Denver
Cost: $25 get tickets here
The Lowdown: Bierstadt Lagerhaus presents a Ho Ho Ho Slapdown. The event features a party of brews having a gathering of seven Colorado brewers. You can vote on your favorite beers and also have the chance to sample a few beautiful sips. The ticket cost includes five-ounce samples of a vote and every brew.
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Mark Your Calendars
PMG Little Red Dress Party
After: December 21, 9 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Where: NATIV Hotel, 1612 wazee St., Denver
Cost: $20 – $50 tickets available here
Cuffin’ All Thangs R&B Party
After: December 21, 9 p.m. – 1:40 a.m.
Where: Bar Standard, 1037 Broadway, Denver
Cost: Free enroll here
Shamanic Dolls Solstice Ball
After: December 21, 7:15 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Where: Circus Collective, 2041 Lawrence St. Ste A, Denver
Cost: $35 – $55 tickets accessible here
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