Rockies baseball, Chef and Brew 2019, a film festival, a fancy champagne party, and lots of live music are on the calendar for this week in Denver.
This week has a little bit of everything going on in the Mile High City with lots of concerts and events to keep your week moving. From sports to beers, film fests and workshops to better yourself, Denver has no shortage of places to get out to this week, August 26-29.
Monday, August 26
One Republic with the Colorado Symphony Live
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When: August 26, 7:30 p.m., doors open at 6 p.m.
Where: Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Price: $49.95-$149.96
Check out the sounds of the Colorado Symphony as they play with One Republic out at the Red Rocks. A great night of music under the stars!
Atlanta Braves @ Colorado Rockies
When: August 26, 1:10 p.m.
Where: Coors Field
Price: Starting at $5
An afternoon of baseball is just the way to start the week. If you can’t make this one, don’t worry, 'cause the Rockies host the Boston Red Sox for two nights August 27 and 28, and the Pittsburgh Pirates on August 29.
Tuesday, August 27
Papa Roach: Who do You Trust Tour
When: August 27, 6 p.m.
Where: Filmore Auditorium, Denver
Price: $45-$200 – This is a 16 and older show
The California based rock band will hit the stage at the Filmore for this one-night event. The Grammy-nominated group has been rocking out for over 20 years and is in the Mile High City as part of their most recent tour.
Power of Your Purpose
When: August 27, 6-7:30 p.m.
Where: Thrive Workplace Cherry Creek- 201 Milwaukee Street #200, Denver, CO
Price: $15
This workshop is all about finding and owning our purpose, and understanding that purpose is about more than just “what” you do.
Drop-In Writing
Courtesy of the Denver Art Museum
When: August 27, 1–3 p.m.
Where: Denver Art Museum, Level 1 of the Hamilton Building
Price: Free With Museum Admission
These once-monthly informal writing sessions are open to all levels. This event is all about exploring and pushing one’s own creativity. Materials are provided, but be sure to bring something you are working on or stop in for inspiration and feedback from the group.
Wednesday, August 28
Chef and Brew 2019
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When: August 28, 7–10 p.m. (VIP 6–10 p.m.)
Where: The EXDO Event Center, Denver, CO
Price: General Admission $54, VIP $74
One of Denver’s best food and beer pairing events and competitions is back for another year at Exdo Event Center. There will be over 20 craft brewers and chefs offering up samples of food and brews. Attendees will get to vote on their favorites to win the night’s big award.
White Wine and Champagne Party
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When: August 28, 5–8 p.m.
Where: Elway’s Cherry Creek
Price: $69.16
Get yourself all dressed up and head out for this evening of wines and signature appetizers hosted by Elway’s Sommelier Chris Cass and Assistant Sommelier Kelly Cleary. There will be over 50 white wines from around the world served, including champagne and sparkling white wines.
Thursday, August 29
Summer Scream Denver Film Society
When: August 29, 6–10 p.m.
Where: Lakeside Amusement Park
Price: $40.00 ($35 for DFS members)
What better way to send summer out and welcome in fall than this night of cinematic fun that takes over Lakeside Amusement Park for the evening. Enjoy an open bar, unlimited rides, and 240 minutes of film screenings. Please arrive 15 minutes before showtime to ensure you get a seat; there is no late seating permitted. Proceeds will benefit the Denver Film Society.
Arizona Cardinals @ Denver Broncos Preseason Game
When: August 29, 7 p.m.
Where: Broncos Stadium at Mile High
Price: Starting at $17
Yes, folks, it is time for football, and you can catch a preseason game at Mile High Stadium for less than $20. A great way to get revved up for the upcoming season and see what the Broncos are looking like this year!
Weezer
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When: August 29, 8 p.m., doors open at 7 p.m. Ages 16 and over show
Where: Mission Ballroom, Denver
Price: starting at $38, starting at $50 at the door
The Grammy-winning rock band from California will be in Denver to play at one of the city’s newest and hottest venues. The band is on a world tour right now and will be in Colorado for this show, then head up to Aspen for the weekend to JAS Aspen Snowmass for more music and fun.
What are you doing this week, August 26-29? Any fun events happening in Denver that we missed on our list? Sound off in the comments below. Have a great week, folks!
