August Events Around Town!
And a couple early September events…
August 9th-18th: Western Welcome Week
“The planning begins for a celebration filled with fun and memories with many of your old favorites and some new. Join us with other local nonprofits, civic groups, fraternal orders, and local organizations, as we bring over thirty events to the 10-day celebration.
There will be concerts, gold panning, a fishing derby, pancake breakfast, 5K, stick horse stampede, kids games, car show, BBQs, art shows, parades, craft fair, entertainment, duck race, and more! Something for everyone! Watch our schedule grow as events are added.” More Info!
August 19th: Film on the Rocks – Fury Road
“Denver Film Presents – Film On The Rocks: Mad Max: Fury Road. Featuring a pre-show performance by the winner of the Colorado Native Sundown Throwdown, a Battle of the Bands contest sponsored by Molson Coors.” Get Tickets!
August 22nd: Summer Scream
“For one night only on August 22nd, the historic and neon-drenched Lakeside Amusement Park closes its doors to the general public and lets Denver Film unleash total control to create the most amazing party of the summer, putting the fun in fundraiser! Each ticket includes entry to the park, unlimited rides, and unlimited open bars.” Tickets & More Info!
August 23rd-September 2nd: Colorado State Fair
“The 152nd Colorado State Fair promises all the excitement of the past: free entertainment, contests, concerts, rodeos, a demolition derby, carnival rides and great Fair food! Buy tickets now through Aug. 22 for discounted general admission and carnival tickets. Go to coloradostatefair.com for more information.” More Info!
August 22nd-24th: The Denver BBQ Festival
“The Q BBQ Fest is coming to Denver! Don’t miss this chance to grab an ice-cold brew and sample pure smoked bliss from award-winning pitmasters from across the country.” Tickets & More Info!
August 24th: Reggae on the Rocks
“Live Nation, Bill Bass and KBCO Present: Reggae On The Rocks 2024 with Rebelution, Kolohe Kai, Israel Vibration, King Yellowman, Judge Roughneck and DJ Mackle live at Red Rocks.” Get Tickets!
August 25th: Preseason: Denver Broncos vs. Arizona Cardinals
“Denver Broncos take on the Arizona Cardinals in preseason game 2!” Get Tickets!
September 1st: Labor Day Fireworks
“Join us for Labor Day and watch fireworks with friends and families!” Get Tickets!
September 4th-7th: Denver Food and Wine Festival
“The Denver Food + Wine Festival is a multi-day extravaganza of food, wine, and spirits events presented by the Colorado Restaurant Foundation and Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits. This annual event benefits the Colorado Restaurant Foundation, which supports worker education, training, and Colorado ProStart®, the state’s high school culinary and entrepreneurship program; mental health and wellness resources; and the Angel Relief Fund, which provides grants for hospitality employees experiencing hardship. Festival events feature the best of metro Denver’s restaurant community, the finest wine and spirits, educational seminars, and the culminating signature Grand Tasting.” Tickets & More Info!
Have an amazing August!