DENVER – Every weekend, Denver7 compiles a list of some fun events you might enjoy. Here are our picks for the 7 best things to do in the Denver metro area and beyond this weekend.
1. Jam out at the Blues and Brews Festival in Telluride
What: Renowned as one of the most scenic and intimate music festivals in the country, Telluride Blues and Brews returns for a 26th year in one of the most known mountain town in the country. The multi-stage celebration showcases an eclectic mix of blues, funk, indie, rock, jam-band, gospel and soul music, accompanied by some of the best craft beer the state has to offer. John Fogerty, Boz Scaggs, George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic among other big names will be performing.
Where: Telluride, Colo.
When: Thursday, Sept. 12 from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Friday, Sept. 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 a.m.; Saturday, Sept. 14 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 a.m.; Sunday, Sept. 15 from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Admission: $30-$5,000
More info: https://www.tellurideblues.com/
2. Celebrate Mexican Independence Day at the Fiesta Mexicana in Henderson
What: Mexicans in Colorado know September is a month to celebrate, and Mile High Flea Market is hosting the party this year: Between lucha libre, breakdancing, live music, mariachi, street tacos and more, there’s tons of way to celebrate Mexican Independence Day this weekend!
Where: Mile High Flea Market, 7007 E. 88th Ave. in Henderson, Colo.
When: Friday, Sept. 13, Saturday, Sept. 14, and Sunday, Sept. 15 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Admission: $3 for adults; kids 11 and under get in free.
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/570100510191457
3. Relive the 1950s at Central City’s Hot Rod Hill Climb
What: Bring the entire family to relive 1950s fun— hot rods, live music, excellent food, 24-hour gaming, all to the sound of uncapped vintage motors set in beautiful mountain scenery in a historic gold mining town. The Hot Rod Hill Climb will take place Saturday.
Where: Central City, Colo.
When: Friday, Sept. 13 from 8 a.m. to midnight; Saturday, 10 a.am. to midnight; Sunday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Admission: Free of charge
More info: http://hotrodhillclimb.com/
4. Pull out the lederhosen for Parker Oktoberfest
What: Celebrate German heritage and traditions with the City of Parker as they host their 13th annual Oktoberfest celebrations! There will be live German music, a Biergarten, German food, and even a late night German Techno dance party.
Where: O’Brien Park, 10795 Victorian Drive inn Parker, Colo.
When: Friday, Sept. 13 from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 14 from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Admission: Free of charge
More info: http://www.coloradoculture.org/oktoberfest/
5. Get a taste of Lebanon at the Colorado Lebanese Festival
What: Experience the taste of Lebanon and meeting of the East and the West in the Heart of Lakewood. Enjoy traditional Lebanese food and drink, contemporary folk music highlighting the history of Lebanon and other forms of artistic and culinary expressions.
Where: Saint Rafka Maronite Catholic Church, 2301 Wadsworth Bvld. In Lakewood, Colo.
When: Saturday, Sept. 14 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 15 from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Admission: Free of charge
More info: https://www.coloradolebfest.com/
6. Can’t go to Telluride? Head to Westcliffe for the High Peaks Music Festival
What: The 10th annual High Peaks Music Festival returns to Westcliffe to showcase the West Mountain Valley’s musical talent. Tom Ratts and Runaway Express, Susan Gibson, The Rifters, Dakota Blonde, among others are performing.
Where: Feed Store Park and Amphitheatre, 116 N. 2nd St. in Westcliffe, Colo.
When: Saturday, Sept. 14 from 11 a.m. to 6:10 p.m.
Admission: $30 general admission; kids 12-18 get in for $10; children 11 and under get in free.
More info: http://www.highpeaksmusicfestival.org/
7. The Bears will take on the Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High
What: Vic Fangio’s former team is coming to the Mile High City to battle the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High. The Broncos will take on the Chicago Bears at 2:25 p.m.
Where: Empower Field at Mile High, 1701 Bryant St. in Denver
When: Sunday, Sept. 15 at 2:25 p.m.
Admission: Varies; check here for tickets.
More info: https://www.denverbroncos.com
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