Leisure and Travel Blog https://www.denver.org/blog/all-posts/ Leisure and Travel Blog Wed, 31 Jan 2024 18:22:04 +0000 Events and Things to Do This Weekend https://www.denver.org/blog/post/denver-events-this-weekend/ https://www.denver.org/blog/post/denver-events-this-weekend/#comments https://www.denver.org/blog/post/denver-events-this-weekend/ Wed, 31 Jan 2024 10:00:00 -0700

Enjoy The Mile High City this weekend, Feb. 2–4, 2024, with tons of First Friday arts-related events, plus live music, blockbuster museum exhibitions, comedy, outdoor fun and much more. 

]]> How to Celebrate Black History Month 2024 in Denver https://www.denver.org/blog/post/black-history-month/ https://www.denver.org/blog/post/black-history-month/#comments https://www.denver.org/blog/post/black-history-month/ Mon, 15 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0700

Each February, Black History Month honors the achievements and contributions of African Americans to the country. Here’s how you can celebrate throughout the Denver metro area with lectures, dramatic performances, music and more, both before and after Black History Month!

Amoako Boafo: Soul of Black

]]> Denver’s Biggest Events for 2024 https://www.denver.org/blog/post/event-planning-guide/ https://www.denver.org/blog/post/event-planning-guide/#comments https://www.denver.org/blog/post/event-planning-guide/ Tue, 02 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0700

Start planning now for exciting 2023 events and festivals in Denver. Scroll down our month-by-month list and choose from annual favorites, splashy debuts and exclusive showings. Make a night of it and take advantage of great hotel deals. 

]]> Best Mocktails in Denver and Where to Find Them https://www.denver.org/blog/post/alcohol-free-cocktails/ https://www.denver.org/blog/post/alcohol-free-cocktails/#comments https://www.denver.org/blog/post/alcohol-free-cocktails/ Tue, 19 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0700

In a city that’s synonymous with craft beer (and that’s quickly becoming known for its wine, cider and spirits scenes as well), it might come as a shock to find out that bartenders in Denver are increasingly serving up cocktails with one major ingredient missing: alcohol.

Or maybe it’s not so

]]> Downtown Denver Holiday Lights Tour https://www.denver.org/blog/post/holiday-lights-tour/ https://www.denver.org/blog/post/holiday-lights-tour/#comments https://www.denver.org/blog/post/holiday-lights-tour/ Mon, 16 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0600

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

]]> Denver Thanksgiving Takeout and Dine-In Meal Options https://www.denver.org/blog/post/thanksgiving-takeout/ https://www.denver.org/blog/post/thanksgiving-takeout/#comments https://www.denver.org/blog/post/thanksgiving-takeout/ Sun, 15 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0600

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

]]> Top 5 Reasons to Visit Denver This Winter https://www.denver.org/blog/post/denver-this-winter/ https://www.denver.org/blog/post/denver-this-winter/#comments https://www.denver.org/blog/post/denver-this-winter/ Tue, 10 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -0600

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

Mile High Tree

Denver’s holiday season will once again be bigger and brighter with the spectacular (and free) Mile

]]> How to Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month 2023 in Denver https://www.denver.org/blog/post/hispanic-heritage-month/ https://www.denver.org/blog/post/hispanic-heritage-month/#comments https://www.denver.org/blog/post/hispanic-heritage-month/ Tue, 05 Sep 2023 07:00:00 -0600

National Hispanic Heritage Month, from Sept. 15–Oct. 15 each year, commemorates the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.

The celebration begins each year on Sept. 15, the anniversary of the

]]> Kick Back, Relax at Denver’s Hotel Rooftop Pools, Bars https://www.denver.org/blog/post/rooftop-pools-bars/ https://www.denver.org/blog/post/rooftop-pools-bars/#comments https://www.denver.org/blog/post/rooftop-pools-bars/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -0600

Several hotels in downtown Denver and Cherry Creek had visions of flip-flops, rubber duckies and pure relaxation in mind when transforming rooftops into places for mixing and mingling. With 300 days of sunshine annually and blissful summers and autumns, Denver is a paradise for rooftop pools and

]]> A Girls Getaway Trip to Denver https://www.denver.org/blog/post/girlfriends-getaway/ https://www.denver.org/blog/post/girlfriends-getaway/#comments https://www.denver.org/blog/post/girlfriends-getaway/ Fri, 09 Jun 2023 14:00:00 -0600

Get away with the girls! From spas to shopping, from dining to dancing, Denver has everything you need for an unforgettable girls getaway weekend.

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