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Events and Things to Do This Weekend

Enjoy The Mile High City thisweekend, Dec. 1–3, 2023, with lots of First Friday events and the annual 9NEWS Parade of Lights on Saturday. And there will be plenty of live music, blockbuster museum exhibitions, comedy, outdoor fun and much more. …

Where to Find the Best Colombian Food in Denver

Although there is no shortage of tasty Mexican food options in Denver, finding a traditional Colombian dish like bandeja paisa involved a fair bit of research. Colombian food is pretty distinctive when you compare it to the other incredible flavors of Latin America. Unlike what you might typically…

Denver Breweries Go Green for the Planet

Denver is one of the best beer cities on the planet, and the planet is front of mind for many of the city’s top breweries. To help the industry become more sustainable, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) launched a sustainable brewing program in 2017. Kaitlin Urso, an…

Denver Thanksgiving Takeout and Dine-In Meal Options

Thanksgiving is all about the food — but that doesn't mean you have to be the one to cook it! If you want to celebrate without spending hours over the stove, some of Denver's best restaurants have a solution. From traditional offerings to more exotic fare, check out these Thanksgiving meals for…

Downtown Denver Holiday Lights Tour

Beginning Thanksgiving weekend, Downtown Denver will be twinkling like never before. Take an evening stroll through the heart of the city by following this self-guided tour. All of these attractions are free and can be experienced throughout the holiday season. You can start the tour at any point…

Top 5 Reasons to Visit Denver This Winter

Looking for something new and exciting? Denver has a host of family-friendly adventures planned for the holidays with special hotel deals for weekend getaways. Mile High Tree Presented by Xfinity Denver’s holiday season will once again be bigger and brighter with the spectacular (and free) Mile…

Denver Chefs Move Toward Zero-Waste Kitchens

Food waste is a massive problem. According to Sam Talarczyk, director of programs and operations for Denver-based nonprofit We Don’t Waste, 40 percent of all food in the U.S. ends up going straight into the trash. We Don’t Waste is doing its part to reduce the waste, with a small fleet of…

Best Places to Shop for Asian-Made Goods in Denver

From snacks and pantry items to home decor and jewelry, here are the best places to shop for goods that support members of Denver’s Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) community. One shop alone displays more than 75,000 items. Some of these vendors also host special events…