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🍻 Cheers, Denver! 3,000 Strong & Counting! + Must-Visit Breweries
We just hit 3,000 subscribers! 🎉 Plus, we’re diving into Denver’s best breweries, St. Paddy’s events, and your weekly lineup of Mile High happenings!
What's Happenin' Denver
March 17, 2025
🍻 Denver, We’re Raising a Glass to YOU!
Hey Denver!
Big news: What’s Happenin’ Denver just passed 3,000 subscribers! 🎉🥳 We couldn’t have done it without you, and we’re just getting started. Next stop? 5,000, 10,000, and beyond!
To celebrate, we’re diving into what makes Denver truly special—its world-class brewery scene. Whether you’re a hop head, a lager lover, or just in it for the good vibes, there’s a taproom calling your name.
Plus, we’ve got St. Patrick’s Day fun, live music, and all the Mile High happenings you need for the week ahead. Let’s get into it! 🍀
🍺 Why Visit Denver’s Breweries?
Denver isn’t called the “Napa Valley of Beer” for nothing. With more than 150 breweries across the metro area, the city is a craft beer paradise. Whether you’re a hop head chasing bold IPAs, a lager lover searching for crisp perfection, or an adventurous drinker looking for experimental brews, there’s something for everyone.
✔️ Innovative Brews – From hazy IPAs to barrel-aged stouts, Denver breweries push the limits of craft beer.
✔️ Brewery Culture – Many breweries double as community hubs, featuring live music, food trucks, and cozy patios.
✔️ Walkable Beer Districts – RiNo and Five Points alone have 10+ breweries within walking distance—perfect for a brewery crawl!
✔️ Award-Winning Beer – With multiple Great American Beer Festival winners, Denver’s beer scene is top-tier.
🍻 Ready to explore? Grab a pint, soak in the atmosphere, and taste why Denver is a must-visit destination for beer lovers!
🍻 RiNo & Five Points Breweries You Need to Check Out
Denver’s RiNo and Five Points neighborhoods are packed with some of the best breweries in the city. Whether you’re into crisp lagers, experimental IPAs, or classic craft staples, these spots have something for everyone. Here’s where to grab a pint (or two) this week:
🔥 Must-Try Breweries
🍺 Bierstadt Lagerhaus – No-nonsense, traditional German-style lagers. Their Slow Pour Pils is legendary. 📍 2875 Blake St. 🍺 Black Shirt Brewing Co. – Artisan pizzas, live music, and small-batch craft beer. Try their Red Ale. 📍 3719 Walnut St. 🍺 Blue Moon Brewing – RiNo – Closing at the end of the month! Stop by for one last round of exclusive small-batch brews and a solid food menu before they say goodbye. 📍 3750 Chestnut Place 🍺 Cohesion Brewing – Czech-style lagers served the traditional way. Ever had a Milk Pour? Now’s your chance. 📍 3851 Steele St., Unit 1388 🍺 Great Divide Barrel Bar – An extension of the OG Great Divide, offering barrel-aged classics. 📍 1812 35th St. | 🍺 Left Hand RiNo – The downtown outpost of Left Hand Brewing, serving classics like Nitro Milk Stout. 📍 4180 Wynkoop St., Suite 140 🍺 Odell Brewing – RiNo – 16 taps, a rooftop patio, and a rotating lineup of exclusive brews. 📍 2945 Larimer St. 🍺 Ratio Beerworks – A brewery built on punk rock ethos with a lineup of finely crafted beers. 📍 2920 Larimer St. 🍺 River North Brewery – Specializing in barrel-aged, high-ABV beers. A staple in the Denver scene. 📍 3400 Blake St. 🍺 Woods Boss Brewing – A cozy, woodsy taproom with 20 in-house brews and gluten-free options. 📍 2210 California St. |
🚀 Pro Tip: Many of these breweries are within walking distance of each other, making RiNo one of the best places for a brewery crawl. Grab your friends and explore Denver’s craft beer scene! 🍻
What’s your favorite brewery in RiNo or Five Points? Let us know! 👇
🧠 Trivia Time: How Well Do You Know Denver?
Which Denver neighborhood was originally a separate city until 1896? |
🌆 Mile High Happenings & Weather ☀️❄️
Denver’s got a mix of sunshine, wind, and mild temps this week—perfect for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations and more!
Monday, March 17 🌤️ Partly Cloudy | High: 74°F | Low: 46°F | Wind: WSW 18 mph | 0% chance of rain 🆓 Free Events 👩 Historic Women of Aurora | 🕛 12:00 - 1:00 PM | 📍 Aurora History Museum 📖 Sunrise on the Reaping Release Party | 🕗 8:00 - 10:30 PM | 📍 Tattered Cover (Colfax) 💰 Ticketed Events 🎤 Rachel Platten - Set Me Free Tour | 🕗 8:00 PM | 💲$35+ | 📍 Gothic Theatre 🎩 Stand-Up Magic | 🕢 7:30 PM | 💲$45+ | 📍 Meow Wolf Denver 🎸 Sue Foley - Texas Blues Night | 🕗 8:00 PM | 💲Varies | 📍 4335 W 44th Ave | Tuesday, March 18 🌤️ Partly Cloudy & Windy | High: 62°F | Low: 29°F | Wind: W 21 mph | 24% chance of rain 🆓 Free Events 🎨 Golden Public Art Walking Tour | 📍 Golden Visitors Center (Recurring Daily) 🏀 LuBird’s Light Playground | 📍 Stanley Marketplace (Recurring Daily) 🧠 Trivia Night @ Spirit Hound Distillers | 🕡 6:30 - 8:30 PM | 📍 Spirit Hound Distillers (Denver) 🎤 Geeks Who Drink Pub Trivia | 🕗 8:00 - 10:00 PM | 📍 Fuel & Iron Bar 🔢 Bingo Night! | 🕡 6:30 - 8:30 PM | 📍 The Waldschänke 💰 Ticketed Events 🎻 Mini Música: The Three Little Pigs | 💲$7.50 | 📍 Colorado Symphony 🎼 Paolo Angeli – Experimental Guitar Performance | 🕖 7:00 - 10:00 PM | 💲$25-$35 | 📍 Creative Music Works 🎭 The Great Debate (Comedy Show) | 🕢 7:30 PM | 💲Name Your Price | 📍 717 Lipan St. 🎶 Paris Paloma - Cacophony North American Tour | 🕗 8:00 PM | 💲$35+ | 📍 Gothic Theatre 🎵 Spencer LaJoye w/ Sturtz & Olivia Roumel | 🕖 7:00 - 9:00 PM | 💲$25 | 📍 Dairy Arts Center (Boulder) |
Where are you heading this week? Tag us in your adventures! 🚀🎟️
🌟 Fun Fact: The Garden City of the Plains
Did you know? Highland wasn’t always a part of Denver! It was its own city, incorporated in 1875, and earned the nickname “Garden City of the Plains” thanks to its residents’ devotion to planting trees and lush gardens. Highland officially became part of Denver in 1896, but its historic charm and green spaces remain a defining feature of the neighborhood. 🌳🏡✨
Next time you’re strolling through Highland, take a moment to appreciate its deep roots—literally and figuratively! 🌿🌇
See you next time, Denver! 🎉🍀 #StayLucky
—The What’s Happenin’ Denver Team
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