Denver Weekend Guide: Top Things to Do (July 11–13, 2025)
Summer’s heating up in Denver! This weekend brings cultural celebrations, festivals, live music, and nightlife for everyone—from families to party-goers. Check out the top events:
🎨 Free Festivals & Unique Denver Events
Denver’s vibrant downtown sets the stage for free festivals and cultural events happening all weekend long.
Colorado Black Arts Festival (July 11–13, City Park West) – Denver’s premier celebration of Black culture featuring live music, dance, food vendors, and art installations. Free, family-friendly entry.
Bastille Day: A French Fest (July 11–13, Fillmore Plaza, Cherry Creek North) – A French-inspired street fair with food, live performances, artisan markets, and wine tastings. Free to attend.
Denver Tattoo Arts Festival (July 11–13, Colorado Convention Center) – Features 600+ tattoo artists, sideshows, contests, and celebrity guests from TV. Tickets ~$23–$45; under 12 free.
Concert on the Green: Wash Park Band (July 12, 6–8 p.m., Central Park) – Free summer concert for all ages on the South Green with food trucks and dancing.
Evenings al Fresco (July 13, 4:30–8 p.m., Denver Botanic Gardens) – Unamplified chamber and folk music in a garden setting. Tickets typically ~$32.
🎵 Live Music & Concerts
Denver’s summer concerts deliver big energy, from Red Rocks headliners to intimate club shows across the city.
The Avett Brothers at Red Rocks Amphitheatre (July 11, 7:30 p.m.) – Folk-rock under the stars, joined by Watchhouse.
Ben Kweller at Bluebird Theater (July 11, 8 p.m.) – Indie/folk set at this cozy Denver venue.
BABYMETAL at The JunkYard (July 11, 7 p.m.) – Japanese metal-pop spectacle featuring Jinjer and Bloodywood.
ABBA Disco Night at Bluebird Theater (July 12) – Live DJ and ABBA hits for a high-energy night.
🎭 Adults‑Only & Nightlife Highlights
Denver’s nightlife scene comes alive with DJ sets, comedy shows, and rooftop bars all weekend long.
Nate Jackson at Comedy Works South (July 11–13) – Hilarious stand-up by a nationally touring comic. ()
Dave Smith at Comedy Works Downtown (July 11–13) – Sharp, adult‑oriented comedy in Larimer Square.
54thirty Rooftop – Rooftop bar in LoDo with skyline views and weekend DJs.
Avanti F&B – Multi-level food hall with a rooftop patio and frequent DJ sets.
ViewHouse Ballpark – Lively venue offering food, drinks, live music, and yard games.
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