Start off the new year by exploring the city and its art scene this weekend.
The weekend is around the corner, and Denver has some arty, unique events planned. The high energy from the holiday season is slowly fizzling, but there's still plenty to do that doesn't involve parties or Christmas music. Whether you want to check out the art scene in Denver, or just have a relaxed self-care day, here are some fun events happening in Denver this weekend.
Events in Denver on Friday, January 3
First Friday Art Walk
When: January 3
Where: Art District on Santa Fe
Price: Free
What better way to start the year than to attend the First Friday Art Walk of 2020? Visit the Art District on Santa Fe on Friday night to experience the after hours of art galleries and artistic venues. Enjoy live music, delicious bites from available food trucks, and purchase some art in one of the 100 participating locations on Santa Fe Drive.
Blossoms of Light
When: Final Day – January 3
Where: Denver Botanic Gardens
Price: Varies
Friday is the last day to enjoy Blossoms of Light at the Denver Botanic Gardens! Don't miss out and wait until next year's festivities.
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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 In Concert
When: January 3–5
Where: Boettcher Concert Hall, DCPA
Price: Varies
The Colorado Symphony will play the magical score alongside the film. This first part of the finale will take you far and wide as you journey with Harry, Ron, and Hermione in their race to defeat Lord Voldemort.
Jimmy Buffett's Escape to Margaritaville
When: Through January 5
Where: Buell Theater, DCPA
Price: Varies
"Welcome to Margaritaville, where people come to get away from it all—and stay to find something they never expected." Jimmy Buffet's Escape to Margaritaville tells the story of a part-time bartender and singer who ends up falling for a tourist. It features the music/lyrics by Jimmy Buffett.
Events in Denver on Saturday, January 4
Free Day at DAM
Courtesy of Maria-Emilia Garcia
When: January 4, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Where: Denver Art Museum
Price: Free
Visit the museum for free on the first Saturday of every month. Explore the various exhibitions like Shantell Martin: Words and Lines or others like Treasures of British Art: The Berget Collection, The Light Show, and many others. Some exhibitions like Claude Monet: The Truth of Nature are ticketed.
Disco Ball
When: January 4, 9 p.m.–1 a.m.
Where: Ophelia’s
Price: $10–$17
Ophelia's presents a night celebrating the music and fashion of the '70s and '80s. Wear your best '80s attire and dance the night away to the bets from Jason Heller and Gary Givant as they spin the best disco music of the decades.
Mile High SOUL CLUB
When: January 4, 9 p.m.–2 a.m.
Where: Broadway Roxy
Price: $5
If you still have some energy to spare after the New Year's Eve festivities, then Mile High Soul Club is for you. Show off your best dance moves to the music from DJs who spin the best soul and R&B music.
Events in Denver on Sunday, January 5
Self Care Sundays
When: January 5, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Where: Museum of Contemporary Art Denver
Price: $10
Visit the Museum of Contemporary Art and experience it in a different way on Sundays. The galleries and exhibitions are presented in a more interactive way to promote mindfulness and being fully present in the moment.
Yoga in Brewery
Courtesy of Ratio Beerworks (Facebook)
When: January 5, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Where: Ratio Beerworks
Price: $17–$20
Vinyasa your way into Sunday with a pint of cold beer at Ratio Beerworks. The event, Yoga in Brewery, features a one-hour yoga session, where you can stretch out and work out, followed by ice-cold beers in the brewery.
Beyoncé Brunch
When: January 5, 10:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Where: The Triangle Denver
Price: $30
It's not Sunday without brunch, and it's not a great brunch without a theme. No one knows this better than The Triangle Denver as they host another themed brunch, this time in honor of Beyoncé. Enjoy the music of Queen Bee and performances by drag queens Felony Theriale Misdemeanor, Khrys'ta Aal, and Lacey Vanderpump while you nibble on delicious themed menu items.
Colorado Bridal Show
When: January 5, 12–4 p.m.
Where: The Curtis Hotel Downtown
Price: $10 at the door; $7 online
The Colorado Bridal Show has everything a bride-to-be could ever need; vendors, wedding planners, samples, and more!
What are your plans for the first weekend of 2020? Any fun things to do that we missed on our list? Sound off in the comments below.
