Leisure and Travel Blog https://www.denver.org/blog/all-posts/ Leisure and Travel Blog Wed, 31 Jan 2024 18:27:35 +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. 

]]> 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

]]> 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

]]> 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.

]]> Top 5 Reasons to Visit Denver This Summer https://www.denver.org/blog/post/denver-this-summer/ https://www.denver.org/blog/post/denver-this-summer/#comments https://www.denver.org/blog/post/denver-this-summer/ Thu, 08 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0600

There’s so much going on in Denver this summer, where do you begin? Play in the great outdoors, see world-class museum exhibitions and get a taste of Denver’s thriving food scene by dining alfresco.

Here are some top ways to have an unforgettable time. Check out special hotel deals for great

]]> Father's Day Weekend in Denver https://www.denver.org/blog/post/fathers-day-weekend/ https://www.denver.org/blog/post/fathers-day-weekend/#comments https://www.denver.org/blog/post/fathers-day-weekend/ Tue, 06 Jun 2023 20:00:00 -0600

Father's Day is Sunday, June 18, 2023, which means it's time to start planning a special day for your dad in The Mile High City! Here are a few ideas to get you started, plus great hotel deals if you're traveling to Denver to spend time with dad.

Special Events & Festivals

Colorado BBQ Challenge

]]> Take an Inspiring Aviation Tour Around Denver https://www.denver.org/blog/post/aviation-tour/ https://www.denver.org/blog/post/aviation-tour/#comments https://www.denver.org/blog/post/aviation-tour/ Thu, 09 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0700

Denver and its surrounding cities and towns have a rich aviation heritage, from some of the earliest experiments in flight to manned space travel. Whether you simply want to learn more about Colorado’s aerospace history or take to the skies yourself, this aviation tour has something for every

]]> How to Eat Out While Giving Back in Denver https://www.denver.org/blog/post/restaurants-community/ https://www.denver.org/blog/post/restaurants-community/#comments https://www.denver.org/blog/post/restaurants-community/ Tue, 21 Feb 2023 08:00:00 -0700

A number of civic-minded folks in Denver have started restaurants, breweries, ice cream parlors and coffee shops with a mission to give back to the community. At these special spots all over town, you can support meaningful causes while you dine.

A Tasty Variety

Every scoop, cup, dish or drink you

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