Kick off the summer with outdoor markets, live music, and more.

Friday, June 7

NKOTB 2019 - The Mixtape Tour

When: June 7
Where: Pepsi Center

Get ready for a dose of 80s and 90s nostalgia as the popular boy band comes to the Pepsi Center this weekend!

Bassnectar

When: 1stBank Center
Where: June 7-9

Dubstep DJ and producer Bassnectar will be rocking out the 1stBank Center. Purchase tickets here!

bassnectar concert

Courtesy of Bassnectar (Facebook)

2019 "Festival of Flowers" Garden Tour

When: June 7-8
Where: Various locations (Longmont)

See five spectacular gardens in Longmont and get inspiration for your own garden at this annual event. 

Harland Williams

When: June 7-8
Where: Comedy Works South at the Landmark

Comedian and actor Harland Williams, who is known for roles in films like Rocketman, Dumb and Dumber, Down Periscope, Something About Mary, and much more, will be stopping by Comedy Works to deliver witty one-liners and interact with the crowd.

Wicked

When: Through June 9
Where: Buell Theatre

Drop into the Land of Oz and see Wicked as it returns to The Buell Theatre this month! Also, you could win $25 orchestra seats to see the Broadway smash hit while it's in Denver! Click here to learn more about the Wicked ticket lottery.

Colorado Shakespeare Festival: Twelfth Night

When: June 7 to Aug. 11
Where: Mary Rippon Outdoor Theatre

Kicking off the Colorado Shakespeare Festival in Boulder, Twelfth Night tells the story of love triangles, mistaken identities, and much more!

colorado shakespeare festival

Courtesy of The Colorado Shakespeare Festival

Friday Night Bazaar

When: June 7 to Sept. 27
Where: DenverBazaar

Explore local makers, enjoy beer and cider tastings, and visit food and fashion trucks while you listen to a live DJ at this opening night event. 

Saturday, June 8

ThirstyFest

When: June 8
Where: Improper City

Sip tastings from local breweries, chow down on eats from local food trucks, and enjoy live music at this annual event benefiting non-profit Water for People.

Garth Brooks

When: June 8
Where: Broncos Stadium at Mile High

Get ready to welcome Garth Brooks and his Stadium Tour to Colorado this summer! If you haven't gone to one of his shows, it's truly an experience that's not to be missed.

Buskers, Brews & BBQ

When: June 8
Where: Aurora Municipal Center

"Taste it. Sip it. 'Que it." What could be better than delicious BBQ and beer? Oh, how about the fact that this event is completely free!

Skillet

When: June 8
Where: Elitch Gardens Theme & Water Park

Enjoy this free concert after you hit up all of the rides and water slides at Elitch Gardens. Doors open at 6 p.m.

Summer Art Market

When: June 8-9
Where: West Washington Park 

Explore more than 200 artist booths featuring a variety of media. This annual event is hosted by the Art Students League of Denver.  

Yoga on the Rocks

When: June 8 to Aug. 17
Where: Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre

Get into downward dog while you enjoy the beautiful scenery at this extraordinary venue. 

red rocks

Courtesy of Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre (Facebook)

Second Saturdays in Olde Town Arvada

When: June 8 to July 13
Where: Historic Olde Town Arvada

This summer concert series kicks off with a live performance from Funkiphino, along with artisan booths, activities for kids, and food and drink. 

Sunday, June 9

Old School Cool Vintage Fashion Market

When: June 9
Where: Improper City

More than 35 vintage shops are bringing their treasures to Improper City for this free shopping event. Admission is free. 

Criterium and Brewfest on Ridge at 38

When: June 9
Where: 7101 W 38th Avenue, Wheat Ridge

Participate in a bike race, taste summer beers from local breweries, enjoy food trucks, and more at this family-friendly event. 

Barr3 in the Beer Garden

When: June 9
Where: Farm House at Breckenridge Brewery

A 45-minute heart-pumping workout that'll reward you with a beer afterward!

City Park Jazz

When: Through Aug. 4
Where: City Park

Bring a picnic and enjoy free jazz in the park during this summer concert series.

What are you doing this weekend? Any fun events that we missed on our list? Sound off in the comments below.

Lindsay Frankel
Lindsay is a Denver transplant who loves writing as much as she enjoys hiking, horror movies, jokes, and good food. When she's not out exploring the city (or writing about it), you can find her immersed in a lively game of My Little Pony Monopoly, planted on the couch for a TV binge, or curled up with her rescue puppy, Lucy.
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