May & June – Our Favorite Events
Seize the day! The Mile High City is waiting!
May 1-9: Denver Spring Fashion Week
“Presented by Furniture Row, Colorado’s largest fashion event will debut the new Outerwear & Athleisure Fashion Show, welcome back the popular Swimsuit & Resort Wear runway, and once again feature the inspiring Adaptive Fashion Show held in partnership with Guided by Humanity highlighting inclusive design. Additional shows include Sustainable, Society, Youth & Mommy & Me, Streetwear & Sneakers, and Maximalism, bringing together emerging designers, national brands, diverse models, and top beauty teams for a week-long celebration of style, creativity, and culture.” Get Tickets & More Info!
May 2-10: Madama Butterfly
“Madama Butterfly makes its highly anticipated return to Opera Colorado, bringing Puccini’s emotionally charged masterpiece to the stage. This iconic opera tells the story of Cio-Cio San, a young Japanese geisha whose unwavering devotion to an American naval officer leads to devastating heartbreak. With its lush, soaring melodies and timeless themes of love and betrayal, Madama Butterfly remains one of opera’s most moving works.” Get Tickets & More Info!
May 13-October 15: Civic Center Eats
“Civic Center EATS returns in 2026 on Bannock Street and the Civic Center Park Great Lawn! Every Wednesday and Thursday from May 13 – October 15, join us for between 11 am – 2 pm for lunch from a dozen or more food trucks and musical entertainment provided by Youth On Record. Featuring new favorites and longtime best-loved food trucks, Civic Center EATS boasts the best outdoor lunch in Denver, right in the heart of the city!” Get Schedule & More Info!
May 16-17: Denver Colfax Marathon
“There is a distance for your goal! Aim high and go for Denver’s only Marathon, go on your personal safari with 1 mile of the Half Marathon going through Denver Zoo, or Denver’s most fun 10 Mile race. Get a group of 5 together for the Marathon Relay and pick your favorite part of the course. The finish line is waiting for you with your unique finisher medal, live band, lunch, drinks, photos, and more! Come see why runners make this an annual tradition and keep coming back!” More Info!
May 23-24: Denver Arts Festival
“The summer arts festival season officially opens with the 27th Annual Denver Arts Festival, Memorial weekend May 23 & 24 at Conservatory Green in the Northfield neighborhoods of Central Park. Experience fine art and fine crafts from over 150 Colorado and national Artists. You can make a day of it with plenty of art to experience, food trucks, wine, beer and spirits plus free live music both days. There is the Kids Art Zone where kids of all ages can create their own painting to take home with them. Come see why this festival has been one of the top ranked shows in the country. We know you will find some amazing art to take home with you.” More Info!
May 28-31: Fan Expo Denver
“Experience the ultimate playground for Comics, Sci-Fi, Horror, Anime, and Gaming. Three BIG Days of citywide events, family-friendly attractions and world-renowned celebrities await. Join tens of thousands of fans who are just like you.” Get Tickets & More Info!
May 29-31: Outside Days
Outside Days Festival is returning to Denver’s Auraria Campus over Memorial Day Weekend 2026, bringing together outdoor culture, live music, films, wellness experiences, speakers, and immersive activations for a massive three-day celebration of the outdoors. Presented by Capital One and REI Co-op in partnership with the State of Colorado and Visit Denver, the festival’s mission is simple: get everyone outside. This year’s event will feature major live music performances from artists including Death Cab for Cutie, My Morning Jacket, and Cage the Elephant, alongside adventure films, outdoor recreation experiences, and community-focused programming that reflects Colorado’s deep connection to outdoor living. Get More Info!
May 30-August 29: Yoga on the Rocks
“The 14th season of Yoga on the Rocks, presented by White Claw Hard Seltzer, runs Saturday mornings with dates in May, June, July and August, with bilingual sessions on July 11 and Aug. 1, led in both Spanish and English. Experience one of the most awe-inspiring venues in the world from a different perspective: downward dog.” Get Schedule & More Info!
June 3-7: Denver Fringe Festival
“Denver’s favorite choose-your-own-adventure arts extravaganza is back for the seventh year June 3-7, 2026 with dozens of original shows at creative venues around the city, including comedy, clown, theatre, dance, aerial, magic, immersive arts, and more. Save the dates – you don’t want to miss out on this much fun!” Get Tickets & More Info!
June 7-August 9: City Park Jazz Summer Series
“City Park Jazz is proud to announce our lineup for our landmark 40th annual summer series and Celebration of Community! City Park Jazz is a “celebration of community” that began in 1986 featuring only local musicians. Sunday evenings throughout the summer sees anywhere from 8,000 to 12,000 neighbors from City Park neighborhoods — and all over Colorado —enjoying the amazing talent that calls the Centennial State home, all free of charge. A handful of carefully selected vendors and food trucks round out this family-friendly festival atmosphere!” Get Schedule & More Info!
June 8: Film on the Rocks: The Princess Bride
“Film on the Rocks is Denver’s ultimate outdoor movie experience, showcasing a curated slate of movies under the stars at the world’s most iconic outdoor venue: Red Rocks Amphitheater. Each film is preceded by live entertainment to kick off the evening. Film on the Rocks is a collaborative production of Denver Film and Denver Arts & Venues. Open Captions provided for all films in the series.” Get Tickets!
From all of us at the New Era Group…
Have a great May and June!