26 Unique Things to do in Denver this Weekend

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
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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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