“The art you’ll encounter during the festival isn’t in galleries – it’s on the pavement! The event features more than 150 professional and amateur artists who will spend hours on their hands and knees over the course of two days transforming Larimer Square into a bright and colorful street museum using vivid pastel chalks.” Learn event details here.
Denver Botanic Gardens Concert Series (June – Sept)
“Situated in one of the nation’s top botanic gardens, these concerts offer an unrivaled ambience, pairing a breathtaking setting with music from some of the world’s most sought-after acts.” Click here to learn more.
National Get Outdoors Day (June 11)
“Getting involved in Get Outdoors Day will mean you are part of a nationwide effort to reconnect American youth with outdoor activities and healthy lifestyles. Visit our interactive event where you can fish, bike, jump, garden, climb, paint, build, paddle, learn, dance, jump, eat, explore, and play! This event is accessible. We’ll also host multiple stage activities and live music throughout the day alongside Denver Bronco Cheerleaders and PBS’ Nature Cat.” Visit event website here.
Taste of the Broncos (June 14)
“Taste of the Broncos is a casual, outdoor, tailgate style, fun-filled party at Sports Authority Field at Mile High! And, it’s all for a great cause! Walking restaurant tour featuring some of Denver’s most highly regarded chefs and their specialties, including Taste of the NFL’s and Denver’s own Troy Guard of TAG Restaurant Group. Live entertainment, including blue grass bands performing on the Noble Energy Sports Legends Mall with post event entertainment. Denver Broncos players, cheerleaders, alumni and Miles appearing as ‘sous chefs’.” Buy tickets here.
Do at the Zoo (June 16)
“Come celebrate all the amazing things Do At The Zoo has helped Denver Zoo accomplish over the past 26 years. Graze on sample dishes from over 60 of the city’s finest restaurants and belly up to the watering hole for unlimited drinks featuring the region’s best beer, wine and cocktails, all while enjoying our community’s top live entertainment.” Buy tickets here.
Denver Comic Con (June 17 – 19)
“Denver Comic Con is a three-day fan convention featuring celebrities and the best of popular television shows, movies, Japanese animation, cosplay, toys, gaming, sci-fi/fantasy, and of course, comic books.” Learn more here.
Westword Music Showcase (June 25 )
“The Westword Music Showcase is the largest music festival celebrating the Denver scene. It runs from noon to 10 p.m. on June 25, and tickets are now on sale.” Learn event details here.
Colorado Markets (Dates Vary)
“Colorado Fresh Markets presents a high quality group of Colorado growers and unique local gourmet food vendors representing the best of the Rocky Mountain region. Enjoy chef demonstrations, kitchen and garden products, gardening tips from Master Gardeners, live music and more in a fun and festive open-air shopping environment.” Learn locations here.