Denver Metro Fun Weekend Events

There are all kinds of things popping up in the Mile High this weekend -- like a bar made of building blocks and a New Orleans-style party -- and most of them (surprise, surprise) include refreshing libations. Try a red wine barrel aged version of Princess Yum Yum at Denver Beer Co.’s 8th anniversary party, sip wine from Bacchanal, a Big Easy bistro that’s collaborating with Safta on a special two day celebration, or enjoy some hard cider while you watch a group of Denver’s best chefs cook over flames at Heritage Fire. The events are going big this weekend, and so should you.

Have a drink in a bar made out of building blocks

Thursday, August 8-Sunday, August 11
EXDO Event Center
What was the biggest thing you ever made out of building blocks as a kid? Imagine that, but way, way bigger. Brick Bar is making a stop in Denver and it’s pretty much exactly what it sounds like: your colorful, childhood building dreams come true -- plus booze. Along with plenty of blocks for you to play with, the space will also feature a ping pong table made from 22,500 bricks.
Cost: Tickets are $25

Get your tickets for Hotel Thrillist for 25% off

Friday, August 9 - Sunday August 11
AC by Marriott Denver Downtown
Hotel Thrillist will be hitting Denver September 6th - 8th and is bringing with it live music, a ton of great local food (and drinks, duh), as well as a few surprises we can’t quite share with you just yet. Don’t miss your chance to party on rooftops and get early VIP access to the best afterparties and so much more.
Cost: VIP tickets are starting at $1,499… but that includes literally everything (including transportation to and from each event). And this weekend only, you'll get 25% off when you use the discount code thrillistdenver at check out.

Dine at a one-night-only five course wine dinner

Friday, August 9
Guard and Grace
This Troy Guard restaurant is teaming up with Napa Valley’s Revana Family Vineyards and Alexana Wineries of Oregon for a special meal. Each course will be paired with a different wine and the menu features dishes like king crab with sweet corn velouté, squash blossoms, and patty pan and roasted prime filet mignon with cocoa nib demi-glace.
Cost: $150/person

See storyteller David Crabb live at a Story Roulette evening

Friday, August 9
The Bakery, 2132 Market Street
Audience members will choose which stories this author and touring host of NPR’s The Moth will tell at this special appearance. If you can’t catch him on Friday, Crabb is also hosting storytelling workshops on Saturday as well as a Saturday evening performance called “Man in a Hole.”
Cost: $18; $20 at the door

Investigate the Breckenridge International Festival of Arts

Friday, August 9-Sunday, August 18
This 10-day celebration of art inspired by mountain culture is packed with options. In addition to unique visual art that can be found all over town, the festival also includes music, dance performances, film screenings, and more.
Cost: Some events and exhibits are free, check the schedule for specific prices for each option

Have a family-style breakfast at the farmers market

Saturday, August 10
Union Station
As part of their celebration of National Farmers Market Week, Boulder County Farmers Market is hosting a special meal with food prepared by two of Denver’s top chefs, Paul C Reilly (of beast & bottle and Coperta) and Alex Seidel (of Fruition and Mercantile). The meal will be paired with a morning mocktail and in addition to noshing on tasty eats, you’ll also get to learn more about farmers markets and the value they bring to the community.
Cost: Tickets are $55

Celebrate Denver Beer Co’s 8th anniversary at a street party

Saturday, August 10
Denver Beer Co.
If you’re a true Coloradan, you’ve likely downed a Princess Yum Yum or two (or hundreds…) in your time. Denver Beer Co.’s beloved raspberry kolsch is getting some extra special treatment for this party -- they’ve aged some in red wine barrels to create Queen Yum Yum. You can enjoy this fruit-tastic anniversary brew at this celebration along with food trucks, games, a photo booth, live music, and more.
Cost: Free to attend

Learn how to make tortillas at a hands-on workshop

Saturday, August 10
Museo de las Américas
Ah, the mighty tortilla. The foundation for one of the world’s greatest foods: the taco. Step up your game for Taco Tuesdays with a two hour lesson on all things tortilla making from La Catrina Grill owner Sylvia Hernandez. Learn about the history of corn and tortillas then get up close and personal with dough making to create the final product (along with a few tortillas and the recipe for you to take home). 
Cost: Non-member tickets are $35

Party New Orleans-style at a Bacchanal pop up

Saturday, August 10-Sunday, August 11
The Source Hotel + Market Hall
Bacchanal, a Big East institution for wine, food, and music is coming to Denver for a two day celebration. Featuring live jazz, unique wines, cocktails, and more, this outdoor party promises plenty of New Orleans-style festivities. The food, which includes fare cooked over live fires and meat and cheese boards, will be provided by James Beard Award-winning chef Alon Shaya of Denver’s Safta.
Cost: General admission tickets are $15

Experience live-fire cooking at Heritage Fire

Sunday, August 11
Acreage by Stem Ciders
Open flames and whole-animal cooking take center stage at this outdoor event. More than 50 chefs and butchers will be on hand to show off their skills for a feast like no other. Dine on meats of all kinds along with heirloom veggies, all while supporting Piggy Bank, an organization that supports family farms nationwide.
Cost: General admission tickets are $150

Shop at a huge vintage + streetwear convention

Sunday, August 11
National Western Complex
If the words “vintage” and “collectibles” get you as excited as “craft beer” gets the rest of Colorado, then ThriftCon is for you. Explore aisle after aisle of old school goods as you scour the selections for your next favorite thing. The event is also a clothing drive for Denver Rescue Mission -- bring at least five articles of clothing to donate and you’ll get a free ThriftCon shirt. ThriftCon: "A vintage collector's dream".
Cost: General admission is $5