LOCALS KNOW
The Denver Art Museum announced in 2015 that children under 18 receive free general admission for the next 5 years. The museum hosts many blockbuster traveling exhibits.
The Colorado Photographic Arts Center is dedicated to the art of photography by providing educational resources for photographers and hosting numerous exhibitions throughout the year that are free and open to the public.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
Cinco de Mayo Festival
Each spring in Civic Center Park, Denver hosts the nation's largest Cinco de Mayo celebration.
Denver PrideFest
The annual parade and festival (one of the biggest LGBT celebrations in the United States) makes its way through the heart of the neighborhood to Civic Center Park each June.
Civic Center Park
Tuesdays through Thursdays in the summer food trucks arrive at the park during lunchtime for Civic Center EATS. Other events in the park include Independence Eve celebrations, Civic Center Nosh & Posh (food and fashion trucks) and Civic Center Moves (free exercise classes).
Westword Music Showcase
An outdoor music concert series featuring national headliners and over 100 of the best bands and artists from Denver and Beyond. Happening in June each year.
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Visit Colorado's largest art gallery district with First Friday Art Walks.
Lakewood brims with shopping, dining and entertainment options at Belmar and Colorado Mills and arts districts, concerts and cultural and heritage centers.
Denver's hip, historic district, with a huge independent bookstore, brewpubs, Western wear, Coors Field, and dozens of dining and nightlife options.
The East Colfax section of the USA's longest commercial street is a treasure trove for live entertainment, independent films, eateries and classic shops.
Distrito más grande de la galería de arte de la visita Colorado con Primer Viernes paseos de arte.
Once a stop for jazz greats, the Five Points neighborhood still hums with coffeehouses, museums, taprooms, festivals and mouthwatering soul food and BBQ.
Golden was Colorado's territorial capital until 1867 and exudes the West with a historic downtown, museums, trails, events and the world's largest brewery.
Close to downtown is the trendy Highlands neighborhood with hip restaurants, renovated bungalows and an ice cream shop in a giant milk can.
Get a glimpse into the relaxed ambiance of a different era. Downtown Littleton offers a charming Main Street lined with turn-of-the-century buildings
Arvada's historic downtown is filled with galleries, shops, restaurants and breweries and hosts a wide range of festivals, theater productions and concerts.
River North Art District personifies urban charm and industrial renewal with jazz bars, eateries, brewpubs, art galleries and studios, and creative events.
Known for its amazing antique stores, South Broadway also has avant-garde clothing stores, used bookstores, ethnic restaurants and live music venues.
Head to South Federal in Denver for the best unpretentious eats. Experience local favorites like the Little Saigon Market & Barnum Park. Visit now!
Discover an idyllic suburban neighborhood where trails connect the parks and residential areas to village-like shopping areas.
Discover the fun of Uptown with its Restaurant Row, Denver Zoo, Denver Museum of Nature & Science, Avenue Theater and spacious City Park.
Visit Washington Park (Wash Park) in Denver for lush landscaping, a booming fitness scene, & one of the city's oldest shopping districts. Explore now!