14 Things to Do in Denver This Weekend (February 21-23)

Between Denver Restaurant Week, Sloth Weekend at the Downtown Aquarium, and more, you've got plenty of events to keep you busy this weekend.

Events in Denver on Friday, February 21

Beethoven's Missa Solemnis

When: February 21–23
Where: Boettcher Concert Hall, DCPA
Price: $15–$89

Celebrate Ludwig van Beethoven's 250th birthday with the Colorado Symphony. Missa Solemnis is "a masterpiece of spiritual expression and musical innovation."

George Lopez

When: February 21–23
Where: Comedy Works, South at the Landmark
Price: $45; some shows sold out

Comedian George Lopez is coming to Comedy Works for six shows throughout the weekend.

Denver Restaurant Week

When: February 21–March 1
Where: Various Restaurants
Price: $25, $35, or $45

Enjoy some of Denver's best restaurants and chefs, and expand your palate and try new foods. Learn more about the 2020 Denver Restaurant Week menus.

Events in Denver on Saturday, February 22

Denver Bridal & Wedding Expo

When: February 22–23
Where: National Western Complex
Price: Free online, $10 at the door

Planning your wedding? The Denver Bridal & Wedding Expo has everything you could possibly need, and more! From DJs to photographers, you'll be able to turn your dream wedding into a reality.

Sloth Weekend

When: February 22–23
Where: Downtown Aquarium
Price: $20.50

In celebration of all things "sloth," attendees at the Denver Aquarium can get up close to these chill beauties and learn a little more about their habits. Learn more about Sloth Weekend.

Travel & Adventure Show

When: February 22–23
Where: Colorado Convention Center
Price: $11–$18

Need a vacation? The Travel & Adventure Show returns to Denver so you can explore a wide variety of vacation options, talk with travel experts, and more.

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Colorado Garden & Home Show

When: February 22–March 1
Where: Colorado Convention Center
Price: Varies

As one of the largest garden and home shows in the Rocky Mountain region, this nine-day event will feature more than 650 vendors who are experts in home improvement, gardening and landscaping, and more.

Denver Winter Tequila Tasting Festival

When: February 22
Where: Blake Street Tavern
Price: Up to $400

Love tequila? This is the festival for you! Try a wide variety of tequila and agave brands and take your taste buds on a wild journey of flavors. But get your tickets now, because the event is selling out fast.

Colorado Ballet: Sensory-Friendly Performance

When: February 22
Where: The Armstrong Center for Dance
Price: $0–$5

Enjoy snippets of ballets based on folk tales and literary classics, including Don Quixote, The Nutcracker, and Peter Pan. This sensory-friendly performance will have various adaptations; lower sound levels, dimmed house lighting, a sensory break space in the lobby, and more.

Denver FamilyFest

When: February 22
Where: National Western Complex
Price: $10 Adults, $5 Seniors (65+) & Military

At Colorado’s largest family festival, you and your entire family can participate in all sorts of kids' activities, stage presentations, and much more. You can get 50 percent off tickets online by pre-purchasing them with the following promo code at check out: OCNhalf.

Denver Mardi Gras 2020

When: February 22
Where: The Exdo Event Center
Price: $25+

Let the good times roll! More than 10,000 free beads and 1,200 people are expected. You can enjoy live music, a parade, face painters, magicians, and more.

Events in Denver on Sunday, February 23

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What are YOU doing this weekend? Any fun things to do in Denver that we missed on our list? Comment below.