River Bar and Gallery is a combination bar and art gallery in the RiNo Art District that aims to put a spotlight on local artists, performers, and entertainers. They offer a specialized cocktail menu as well as their signature alcoholic boba options and regularly host live comedy and music shows.
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Number Thirty Eight
Number Thirty Eight—named in celebration of Colorado’s status as the 38th state to join the United States—labels itself “Colorado’s Social Frontier” and offers a wide variety of types of events and things to do. Its massive venue boasts multiple open kitchens, many different brews from different taprooms, an indoor-outdoor space with an outdoor patio, and a large stage for their regular free live shows. [Read more…] about Number Thirty Eight
The Irish Rover Pub
The Irish Rover Pub opened in 2005, allowing the Denver community a great opportunity to experience the atmosphere of a traditional Irish pub. The restaurant gets its name from a famous Irish folk song about a sailing ship that is regularly sung in pubs all across Ireland. The Irish Rover offers casual fare, a rooftop patio for outside dining, and hosts weekly events like trivia, live comedy, and even dance parties on the weekends.
Novel Strand Brewing
Novel Strand Brewing was formed in 2016 by friends Ayana Coker, Chantel Columna, and Tamir Danon as a product of their dedication to producing high quality beer without any gimmicks or thrills. Alongside serving delicious beer, Novel Strand hosts different food trucks throughout the week and puts on events like trivia, live jazz, and even a monthly book club!
Old 121 Brewhouse
Old 121 Brewhouse specializes in offering smooth drinkable beers with a few core staples like their Old 121 Lager, West Coast IPA, and Honey Brown along with other rotating options and house-made sodas with their staple Root Beer always on tap. Old 121 hosts weekly events including trivia, game nights, and live performances. [Read more…] about Old 121 Brewhouse
Want To Get Away For Spring Break? Rent An RV
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Story by Gigi Lehman. It’s already been a long winter, with more snow and cold temps in the forecast. But that doesn’t stop Coloradans from swapping our parkas for flip-flops and shorts. Whether you want to enjoy walking in bare feet again on a sunny beach or be dazzled by a kaleidoscope of wildflowers in bloom, travel is a great way to decompress. But it’s not just about the destination; getting there should be at least half the fun. That’s why renting an RV from RVshare is a great alternative to hectic, crowded airports and expensive hotel rooms. [Read more…] about Want To Get Away For Spring Break? Rent An RV
CLOSING! Mercury Cafe
Closing at the end of March 2025. According to the Mercury Cafe, Denver’s oldest venue… Since 1975, the Mercury Cafe has been a home to poets, punks, rebels, and artists from all walks of life. The Merc is built on the inclusion of spirit, character, free opinion and heart. These walls are Denver’s greatest muse, they are alive with generations of stories from the wonderers and wanderers who have performed here. There is nowhere quite like it. [Read more…] about CLOSING! Mercury Cafe
Nissi’s
Lafayette is home to Nissi’s, one of Colorado’s premier live music venues. The space offers a wide range of national and regional entertainment featuring all music genres. You’ll find intimate performances by singers and instrumentalists to favorite local bands to comedy nights and full-blown festivals. Some shows are free or extremely low-cost, others start at about $15 for general admission and $25 for reserved seats. [Read more…] about Nissi’s
River North Brewery
River North Brewery is an independent brewery with two taprooms that has been operating in the Denver area since 2012. They host events like trivia nights, comedy shows, and more and feature a dog-friendly patio at both locations with an equally dog-friendly taproom at the Washington Street location!
CLOSED: Uhl’s Brewing Company
CLOSED! Uhl’s Brewing Company started in 2020 and focuses on providing their community with high quality small batch craft beer. Almost all recipes will only be brewed once without returning, so be sure to keep a close eye on their menu to get a chance at tasting their limited releases before they’re gone.
Verboten Brewing & Barrel Project
Verboten Brewing & Barrel Project got its name from the German word for “forbidden” which the founders picked based on German beer-purity laws (Reinheitsgebot). These laws restricted 15th and 16th century Germans from using anything except for water, barley, and hops in the brewing process and still exist in a modified form today with the addition of yeast as an approved ingredient.
Bruz Beers
Bruz Beers was founded by Charlie Gottenkieny and Ryan Evans in an effort to make Belgian-style beer more well-known in the United States. They have two locations: a dog-friendly tasting room in Midtown and a tasting room in the Colfax Avenue corridor that boasts a dog-friendly patio.
Locavore Beer Works
Locavore Beer Works highly values and prioritizes local relationships by going to local artisans and craftsmen to source the products and resources they need first before they move nationally and internationally. They focus on handcrafted small batch brews and have curated an inviting space in their taproom that features pet-friendly spaces and a fire pit on the patio.
Blake Street Tavern
CLOSING APRIL 9, 2023. Blake Street Tavern is a sports bar that opened in 2003 and provides an exciting atmosphere and a wide range of food and drinks for all customers both new and old. They host trivia nights, karaoke nights, live watch parties for games, and other events on a weekly basis.
The Infinite Monkey Theorem
The Infinite Monkey Theorem (IMT) is a woman-owned-and-operated winery in Denver that donates a portion of their proceeds to local charities with an emphasis on other women-owned businesses. They operate without a vineyard, buy all locally-grown grapes, and all their product is made in their Denver winery.
MobCraft Dee Tacko
MobCraft Dee Tacko offers a hefty menu of craft beer options, a full bar, and fresh Mexican food. Alongside a welcoming taproom, their Denver location features a 6,000+ square foot dog-friendly patio and a large arcade room for customers who want to play and drink.
CLOSED: Sunroom Brewing
CLOSED. Sunroom Brewing is a family-owned brewery that started in the sun room of Matthew and Melanie Miller’s home. Sunroom offers both indoor and outdoor seating areas and they host a wide range of weekly events for customers to enjoy like trivia and open mic nights.
Odde’s Music Grill
Odde’s Music Grill is a neighborhood bar, restaurant and live music venue in Westminster. They stage a ton of events including Monday night Blues Jams, karaoke, comedy nights, whiskey tastings, concerts and more. [Read more…] about Odde’s Music Grill
Denver Art Museum Holds Free Day on February 8
The Denver Art Museum is getting bigger and more colorful! Last fall, the Denver institution has unveiled its new (and highly-anticipated) unified campus to the public, including the renovated Martin Building, the new Cafe Gio and The Ponti restaurants and Sie Welcome Center. The public can experience and explore the additions and their amazing exhibitions, during the Museum’s next FREE Day on Tuesday, February 8. [Read more…] about Denver Art Museum Holds Free Day on February 8
Living The Dream Brewing Co.
Living The Dream Brewing Co. started in Littleton in 2014. The brewery calls itself a “playground for our brewing team that is always experimenting with new flavors, techniques, and beer craft beer styles.”
Living The Dream is a hub for all kinds of activities including trivia nights, music bingo and live music.
Image courtesy Living The Dream Brewing Co
Check out their events calendar, Facebook page and food truck schedule for the latest happenings.
9150 Commerce Center Cir #300, Highlands Ranch, 303-284-9585.
Below are some of their upcoming free or cheap events:
Trivia Night w/ Connor
Tuesday, June 30
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
FREE
Music Bingo
Thursday, July 2
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
FREE
Trivia Night w/ Connor
Tuesday, July 7
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
FREE