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🌿 A Hidden Oasis in the City: Explore Denver Botanic Gardens!
Stroll through stunning gardens, catch a summer concert, and explore this urban oasis. Plus, your guide to Denver’s top events this week!
What's Happenin' Denver
March 12, 2025
🌿 A Garden Escape in the Heart of Denver
Hey Denver!
Step into Denver Botanic Gardens, where 50 lush gardens spread across 24 acres create the perfect urban retreat. Whether you’re strolling past vibrant blooms, exploring a tranquil Japanese garden, or catching a summer concert under the stars, this hidden gem is a must-visit. 🌸✨
🌱 Discover the Beauty of Denver Botanic Gardens
Tucked away in the heart of Denver’s Cheesman Park neighborhood, the Denver Botanic Gardens is a lush oasis that offers 50 curated gardens across 24 scenic acres. Whether you’re looking to unwind among exotic plants, explore a traditional Japanese garden, or experience one of their many seasonal events, there’s something here for everyone.
🌸 What to See & Do:
✅ Stroll through the Monet Pool in summer for breathtaking water lilies
✅ Step inside the Tropical Conservatory in winter to warm up among lush greenery
✅ Admire world-class art from past exhibits like Dale Chihuly’s stunning glass sculptures
✅ Bring the family for hands-on experiences at Mordecai Children’s Garden
✅ Visit Chatfield Farms, the Gardens’ sister site, for nature trails, a historical farm, and scenic views
🎟️ Planning Your Visit
🕘 Open Daily (Hours Vary)
💲 Admission: $15.75 Adults | $12 Seniors | $11.50 Kids
📍 Location: 1007 York St, Denver, CO
🎶 Pro Tip: Summer Nights, Live Tunes & Autumn Garden Magic! 🌿🎤
Denver’s most magical concert venue? Hands down, the UMB Bank Amphitheater at Denver Botanic Gardens. Picture this: world-class musicians, stunning floral backdrops, and the chance to explore lush gardens between sets. Yes, it’s as dreamy as it sounds. 🌸✨
And visit in the fall for the Glow at the Gardens event, where pumpkin art and eerie light displays transform the space into a spooky wonderland!
🌿 Whether you’re a plant enthusiast, art lover, or just looking for a peaceful escape, the Denver Botanic Gardens is a must-visit spot in the city.
🌟 Fun Fact: Denver Loves Its Green Spaces!
Did you know? The Denver Botanic Gardens is one of the top five botanic gardens in the U.S.! It also runs Chatfield Farms and Mount Goliath, home to some of Colorado’s oldest bristlecone pine trees. 🌲
Denver Trivia Time 🌟
What's the official elevation of Denver at the State Capitol building? |
Answer at the bottom of this issue!
🌆 Mile High Happenings & Weather ☀️❄️
Denver’s warming up this week—plenty of sunshine and events to match!
📅 Today, March 12 🌞 Mostly Sunny | High: 69°F | Low: 39°F | Wind: WNW 8 mph | 0% chance of rain 🆓 Free Events 📜 Longmont Genealogy Society – Irish Research Event | 🕐 1:00 - 3:00 PM | 📍 Longmont First Evangelical Lutheran Church (In-person & Zoom) 🎼 DYAO Side-by-Side Concert | 🕢 7:30 - 10:00 PM | 📍 Boettcher Concert Hall 🎸 Punk Rock Trivia Night | 🕖 7:00 - 9:00 PM | 📍 1312 S Broadway 💰 Ticketed Events 🦋 Sensory Friendly Afternoon | 🕒 3:00 - 5:00 PM | 💲$17.45 | 📍 Butterfly Pavilion 🧀 Exploring Cheeses | 🕔 5:00 - 6:00 PM | 💲$42 | 📍 Denver Botanic Gardens 🧶 Yarn Wall Hanging Workshop (18+) | 🕠 5:30 - 7:30 PM | 💲$27.53 | 📍 MCA Denver 🎷 The Annie Booth Trio | 🕕 6:00 - 10:00 PM | 💲$26+ | 📍 Nocturne 🎻 Sip & Sing (Opera Colorado) | 🕕 6:00 PM | 💲$175 | 📍 Nocturne 🎸 JoJo (With Emmy Meli) | 🕢 7:30 PM | 💲$36.50+ | 📍 Ogden Theatre 🎵 The Dangerous Summer (With Elektric Animals) | 🕗 8:00 PM | 💲$23+ | 📍 Lost Lake Lounge | 📅 Thursday, March 13 🌞 Mostly Sunny | High: 70°F | Low: 40°F | Wind: SE 12 mph | 1% chance of rain 🆓 Free Events 🎨 Art & About | 🕐 1:00 - 2:45 PM | 📍 Denver Art Museum (registration required) 🎩 A Day in the Life of a Victorian Woman | 🕕 6:00 - 7:00 PM | 📍 Aurora History Museum 🚂 Free Day at Colorado Railroad Museum | 🕘 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM | 📍 Golden 🎤 The Hi Five Comedy Show | 🕗 8:00 - 9:30 PM | 📍 Edgewater Beer Garden 💰 Ticketed Events 🧘 Lunar Eclipse Yoga & Meditation | 🕖 7:00 - 8:15 PM | 💲$34.92+ | 📍 Nurture Movement Studio 🧩 Speed Puzzling | 🕖 7:00 - 9:00 PM | 💲$20+ | 📍 Odell Brewing (Five Points) 🎶 bbno$ | 🕗 8:00 PM | 💲$29.50+ | 📍 Ogden Theatre 🎧 Jan Blomqvist | 🕗 8:00 PM | 📍 Meow Wolf Denver 🎤 Josh Turner - This Country Music Thing Tour | 🕖 7:00 PM | 📍 Paramount Theatre 🎼 Mary Droppinz | 🕗 8:00 PM - 11:59 PM | 📍 Aggie Theatre (Fort Collins) |
Where are you heading this week? Tag us in your adventures! 🚀
🌿 Denver’s Greenest Gem
 | Whether you’re a plant enthusiast, an art lover, or just in need of a peaceful escape, Denver Botanic Gardens is a must-visit. From live concerts in the summer to Glow at the Gardens in the fall, it’s a year-round destination worth exploring. —The What’s Happenin’ Denver Team Answer: 5280 The Colorado State Capitol’s 13th step marks exactly one mile above sea level—though the official spot has changed over time with more precise measurements. Next time you visit, stand on it and claim your Mile High bragging rights! 🏔️✨ Did you get it right? Stay tuned for more Denver trivia next week! 😉 |
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