Food & Drink Festivals

Denver is packed with food and drink festivals year-round. From culinary delights to original microbrews, there's always something to look forward to.

Civic Center Eats

WHEN: Thru October 16, 2025; Wednesdays & Thursdays
WHERE: Civic Center Park
Civic Center EATS is the annual food truck event that brings a variety of Denver’s best mobile restaurants together for lunch throughout the summer. Want to meet for lunch in the park? Grab a bite from your favorite food trucks every Wednesday and Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. throughout the summer and into fall.

15th Annual Mediterranean Festival

WHEN: Aug. 31, 2025
WHERE: Saint Elias Orthodox Church
This two-day celebration brings together the vibrant traditions, music and flavors of the Mediterranean region in a lively, family-friendly atmosphere. Enjoy a variety of authentic experiences—from traditional Arabic music and delicious Mediterranean cuisine to Turkish coffee, flavored hookah, henna art, a fashion show and much more. The festival features contributions from individuals representing many cultures within the Mediterranean, offering you a taste of the region’s rich diversity.

Denver Food + Wine Festival

WHEN: Sept. 3–6, 2025
WHERE: TBA
A multi-day extravaganza of food, wine and spirits events. Need we say more?

Denver Oktoberfest

WHEN: Sept. 19–21 and Sept. 26–28, 2025
WHERE: Downtown
From keg bowling to stein hoisting, live music and more, there’s something here for everyone. So grab your stein, throw on your lederhosen and join in the fun over two weekends!

VegFest Colorado

WHEN: Sept. 28, 2025
WHERE: Auraria Campus Tivoli Quad
VFCO is a celebration of plant-based living, respect for our planet, sustainability and kindness toward our fellow Earthlings. Join us for food trucks, 85+ vendors, free educational presentations, live music, kids activities, morning yoga and more!

Great American Beer Festival®

WHEN: Oct. 9–11, 2025
WHERE: Colorado Convention Center
It’s America's favorite beer festival and cultural phenomenon that brings together 500 breweries and 2,000-plus beers over three days.

More Fun for Foodies

Farmers' Markets

The Mile High City's more than 20 farmers' markets aren't just about locally grown produce, delicious baked goods and prepared foods — though you'll find those in abundance! Each market is a festive, weekly street fair, many with live entertainment and family-friendly activities.