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Denver Spring and Summer Festivals

From the first flowers of spring until the last rays of summer, weekends in The Mile High City are filled with arts, entertainment, food and more — all with a distinctly Denver twist. Find more spring and summer festivals and events on the Denver 365 Event Calendar.

Hangin' N Slangin' Markets

WHEN: July 21 & 28, 2024
WHERE: EDENS

Hangin' N Slangin' vintage thrift markets will be in RiNo, in the Lot on Larimer, on the second Saturday (11 a.m. to 6 p.m.), third Sunday (12 p.m. to 7 p.m.) and last Sunday (12 p.m. to 7 p.m.) of every month from March to November right next to the Denver Central Market! Events are always free to attend, and there's always a great group of vendors, food and music.

The Wine Mixer Event

WHEN: July 23, 2024
WHERE: Blue Island Oyster Bar, Lone Tree

Celebrate the best of Blue Island this summer at their second-annual Wine Mixer Event highlighting amazing wine, delicious food and fresh diver-caught and wild-harvested oysters. Their aim is to bring you great wine, great food, great company and great music, all hosted on their Lone Tree patio. Plus, you'll have a chance to cast your vote to select the 2024 Grand Champion Wine for "Best Oyster Pairing."

Underground Music Showcase 2024 

WHEN: July 26–28, 2024
WHERE: Various Venues

Denver’s favorite music festival, Underground Music Showcase, returns with an incredible lineup of artists to discover!

Colorado Music Festival 

WHEN: Thru Aug. 4, 2024
WHERE: Chautauqua Auditorium, Boulder

The Colorado Music Festival brings magnificent music right to the heart of Colorado. Under the guidance of renowned conductor Peter Oundjian, the Festival fills the summer with uplifting evenings in Boulder’s historic, all-wood Chautauqua Auditorium. 2024 Festival highlights include the return of violinist Augustin Hadelich, pianist Olga Kern, and pianists Christina and Michelle Naughton; the world premiere of a new symphony by Gabriela Lena Frank; a celebration of Bruckner’s 200th birthday; and more, all with the help of the Colorado Music Festival Orchestra and some of the world’s most accomplished soloists.

Central City Opera's 2024 Summer Festival 

WHEN: Thru Aug. 4, 2024
WHERE: Central City Opera, Central City

Discover the rich tapestry of love, drama, and community at Central City Opera's captivating 2024 Festival as a trio of spellbinding productions light up the historic opera house stage. Experience the timeless hilarity of Gilbert and Sullivan's operetta "The Pirates of Penzance," savor the grandeur of Puccini's beloved "The Girl of the Golden West" ("La fanciulla del West") and embrace the heart and soul of Kurt Weill's iconic American musical, "Street Scene.

Civic Center EATS 

WHEN: Thru Oct. 16, 2024; Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
WHERE: Civic Center Park

Every Thursday From May through October, Civic Center EATS transforms Civic Center Park into a lunchtime extravaganza with Denver's best food and fashion trucks and live music. It's your chance to savor a variety of cuisines while supporting our city's small local business scene and the Civic Center Conservancy's mission to restore and enhance Civic Center Park, Denver's only National Historic Landmark.

Made By Us Markets

WHEN: Aug. 3, 2024
WHERE: EDENS

Made By Us curated vendor and artist events will be in RiNo, in the Lot on Larimer, on the first Saturday of every month from April through October from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. right next to the Denver Central Market! Events are always free to attend, and there's always a great group of vendors, food and music.

15th Eagle Mushroom & Wild Food Festival

WHEN: Aug. 9–11, 2024
WHERE: Brush Creek Pavilion, Eagle

Gather with fellow mycophiles at the 15th Eagle Mushroom & Wild Food Festival! Journey to Eagle, Colorado, to learn about fungi, indulge in culinary delights, and chat with notable mycologists and wild food experts. 

Colorado Artisan Markets

WHEN: Aug. 10, 2024; 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
WHERE: The Shops at Northfield
Celebrate Colorado’s spirit of community, creativity and craftsmanship with a series of Artisan Markets held on the 2nd Saturday of every month from May to October. Each market will feature 50–70 local vendors offering a wide variety of treasures, including handmade jewelry, Colorado photography, soaps, clothing, abstract art, artisanal food products and more. Free and open to all, attendees can dine at food trucks and enjoy live local music while also shopping and dining at the Northfield retailers and restaurants. Dogs are welcome!

Hangin' N Slangin' Markets

WHEN: Aug. 10, 18, 25, 2024
WHERE: EDENS

Hangin' N Slangin' vintage thrift markets will be in RiNo, in the Lot on Larimer, on the second Saturday (11 a.m. to 6 p.m.), third Sunday (12 p.m. to 7 p.m.) and last Sunday (12 p.m. to 7 p.m.) of every month from March to November right next to the Denver Central Market! Events are always free to attend, and there's always a great group of vendors, food and music.

Live at the Vineyards

WHEN: Aug. 17, 2024
WHERE: Balistreri Vineyards

KUVO proudly announces the 19th Annual Live at the Vineyards featuring Delfeayo Marsalis and the Uptown Jazz Orchestra live at Balistreri Vineyards! Ticket includes a wine tasting, gourmet feast, music and a silent auction. Get ready to dance and celebrate our community together!

The Denver BBQ Festival 

WHEN: Aug. 22–24, 2024
WHERE: Civic Center Park

Don’t miss this chance to grab an ice-cold brew and sample pure smoked bliss from award-winning pitmasters from across the country.

Colorado Ukrainian Festival

WHEN: Aug. 24, 2024
WHERE: 801 S Yarrow St., Lakewood

This festival will be hosted on Ukraine's Independence Day. It will feature a variety of Ukrainian, American and Polish food, desserts, souvenirs, and arts and crafts sales. An all-day concert will offer different genres of music, filled with talented local artists and dancers of Ukrainian descent and other Slavic countries. There will also be plenty of activities for kids as well as a beer garden!

Denver BrunchFest

WHEN: Aug. 24, 2024
WHERE: Auraria Campus — Tivoli Quad

Each year, brunch lovers gather together for the biggest, most epic bottomless brunch in town: BrunchFest! This is the ultimate Sunday Funday for local foodies who like to brunch SO hard. Don’t miss out — this event sells out every year!

Beaver Creek Oktoberfest

WHEN: Aug. 30, 2024
WHERE: Beaver Creek

Celebrate Oktoberfest with three days of food, drinks and fun over Labor Day weekend in Beaver Creek. Enjoy live music daily from local legend Helmut Fricker, as well as Trachtenkapelle Lech, Austria's traditional band. Join us for competitions and family fun in the kids activity area. In the traditional Oktoberfest fashion, brats and German fare will be served, along with authentic European beers from our custom-made collectible German steins.

Dashiki Fest

WHEN: Aug. 31, 2024
WHERE: Levitt Pavilion Denver

Dashiki Fest will be the most vibrant and entertaining festival Colorado has ever witnessed! There will be several performances from local artists, dances and other renowned African artists of this generation. There will also be a variety of food from various African vendors, African art and fashion vendors, and many interesting stands for small businesses. The goal of the festival is to celebrate African people and their culture while increasing awareness, integration, diversity and inclusion among different communities in Colorado.

Denver Food + Wine Festival 

WHEN: Sept. 4–7, 2024
WHERE: The Tivoli Quad, Auraria Campus

Don't miss a multi-day extravaganza of food, wine and spirits. Festival events feature the best of metro Denver’s restaurant community, the finest wine and spirits, educational seminars, and the culminating signature Grand Tasting.

Made By Us Markets

WHEN: Sept. 7, 2024
WHERE: EDENS

Made By Us curated vendor and artist events will be in RiNo, in the Lot on Larimer, on the first Saturday of every month from April through October from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. right next to the Denver Central Market! Events are always free to attend, and there's always a great group of vendors, food and music.

Colorado Artisan Markets

WHEN: Sept. 14 & Oct. 12, 2024; 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
WHERE: The Shops at Northfield
Celebrate Colorado’s spirit of community, creativity and craftsmanship with a series of Artisan Markets held on the 2nd Saturday of every month from May to October. Each market will feature 50–70 local vendors offering a wide variety of treasures, including handmade jewelry, Colorado photography, soaps, clothing, abstract art, artisanal food products and more. Free and open to all, attendees can dine at food trucks and enjoy live local music while also shopping and dining at the Northfield retailers and restaurants. Dogs are welcome!

Hangin' N Slangin' Markets

WHEN: Sept. 14, 15 & 29, 2024
WHERE: EDENS

Hangin' N Slangin' vintage thrift markets will be in RiNo, in the Lot on Larimer, on the second Saturday (11 a.m. to 6 p.m.), third Sunday (12 p.m. to 7 p.m.) and last Sunday (12 p.m. to 7 p.m.) of every month from March to November right next to the Denver Central Market! Events are always free to attend, and there's always a great group of vendors, food and music.

Outdoor Family Fun All Summer Long

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. 

Denver Zoo 

With over 3,500 animals on 84 gorgeous acres, Denver Zoo is an amazing experience year-round. Your donation helps to provide world-class care for the lions, giraffes and elephants, as well as other wild animals and wild places, from the Rockies to Mongolia.

Denver Botanic Gardens 

One of the top five botanic gardens in the nation, Denver Botanic Gardens is an oasis in the city, offering year-round events, a children’s garden, lifelong-learning opportunities and research to preserve Colorado’s precious natural resources. Meanwhile, Chatfield Farms, located in nearby Littleton, takes pride in its exemplary nature preserve and gardens. Located on 750 acres, this picturesque site includes display gardens and a historical farm with a rustic barn.

Denver's City Parks

No matter where you find yourself in The Mile High City, you’re likely only a few steps away from a lush and relaxing green space. Memorial Day weekend is the perfect time to explore Denver's more than 5,000 acres of traditional parks and parkways, as well as an additional 14,000 acres of spectacular mountain parks in neighboring counties that are maintained by the City and County of Denver.

Denver Street Art

Denver street artists have been busy brightening (and enlightening) the urban landscape for decades by making canvases of the city’s alleyways, building exteriors, warehouses, garage doors and storefronts. Grab your camera and take a stroll past some of the city's favorite murals. 

First Friday Art Walks

Galleries, studios and cultural attractions in Denver's art districts stay open late the first Friday of every month for a mind-expanding night of art, food, drink and fun. 

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