šŸ”“ Denver’s Best Escape Rooms: Where Puzzles Meet Playtime

Ready to dodge lasers, crack codes, and see who’s the MVP of your crew? Let’s unlock Denver’s best escape rooms—plus where to play and party afterward!

šŸ”“ Denver’s Best Escape Rooms: Where Puzzles Meet Playtime

Hey Denver adventurers! šŸ§©šŸŽ‰

Forget the bar crawl—this week, we’re diving into the thrilling world of escape rooms, where teamwork, laughs, and mind-bending puzzles turn any night into an unforgettable quest. Whether you’re suiting up in hazmat gear or chasing clues in haunted hotels, these Denver spots have something for everyone. Ready to break out of the ordinary? Let’s get puzzling!

🌼 Looking for more things to do in Denver? Dive into Things to Do in Colorado, Kid-Friendly Hikes, or discover our favorite Colorado Day Trips.

šŸŒ†  Mile High Trivia Time!

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šŸŽ† June in Denver: Events to Keep on Your Radar

Ready to level up your night out? Skip the same-old bar crawl and dive into Denver’s thriving escape room scene! From thrilling heists to mind-bending puzzles, these spots turn any gathering—whether it’s friends, family, or date night—into an epic adventure.

šŸ’” Top Picks for Puzzle Lovers:

  • šŸ§› Escape Works (Downtown) – New rooms like Vampire Hunter add a fresh twist with physical puzzles and a cool location in the heart of Denver.

  • šŸŽ® Epic Escape Game (Greenwood Village) ā€“ Local and fun, with bonus nostalgia at the nearby 1UP Arcade for drinks and games after.

  • šŸ’„ Beat The Bomb (Downtown Denver) – It’s not your typical escape room! Suit up in hazmat gear, dodge lasers, and race the clock to avoid getting blasted with paint and foam. Talk about a wild team-building night!

šŸ† Also Worth Checking Out: C73 in Edgewater and Homicide Hotel at 303 Escape

šŸŽ‰ Keep the Fun Rolling:

After you’ve cracked the code, keep the energy high at Punch Bowl Social with its old-school games, or head to 1UP Arcade Bar for a round of Pac-Man and a local brew.

Denver’s escape rooms are more than just puzzles—they’re perfect for making memories, sharing laughs, and seeing who’s the real MVP of your squad. Let the games begin!

šŸŒ† Mile High Happenings

Monday, June 9

šŸ†“ Free Events

🧵 Bowlero And CarsšŸ“ Bowlero | ā° 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | šŸ†“ Free (Recurring Monday)

🧵 Family MattersšŸ“ Shoot Indoors Central Park | ā° 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM | šŸ†“ Free (Kids) (Recurring Monday)

🧵 Smarty Party TriviašŸ“ Avanti F&B | ā° 7:00 PM | šŸ†“ Free (Recurring Monday)

šŸ’µ Ticketed Events

The Blowing Loud Jam Sessions šŸ“ Dazzle, 1080 14th Street | ā° 8:00 PM–9:30 PM | šŸŽŸļø $5 | A lively jam session night at Dazzle with Denver’s jazz and groove players.

Styx & Kevin Cronin
 šŸ“ Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre | ā° 7:00 PM | šŸŽŸļø $40+ | Rock icons Styx & Kevin Cronin of REO Speedwagon bring the ā€œBrotherhood of Rock Tourā€ to Fiddler’s Green.

Ali Wong šŸ“ Comedy Works Downtown | šŸŽŸļø $100–$125 |  Ali Wong’s stand-up hilarity returns to Comedy Works Downtown!

Film on The Rocks: 2001: A Space Odyssey šŸ“ Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre | ā° 7:00 PM | šŸŽŸļø $25+ |  The Stanley Kubrick masterpiece under the stars at Red Rocks.

Tuesday, June 10

šŸ†“ Free Events

🧵 Trivia Night @ Spirit HoundšŸ“ Spirit Hound Distillers – Denver | ā° 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | šŸ†“ Free (Recurring Tuesday)

🧵 Bingo Night!šŸ“ WaldschƤnke Ciders | ā° 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | šŸ†“ Free (Recurring Tuesday)

🧵 Geeks Who DrinkšŸ“ Fuel & Iron Bar | ā° 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM | šŸ†“ Free (Recurring Tuesday)

šŸŗ Trivia Night at FlyteCo – Weekly brewery trivia with prizes and beeršŸ“ FlyteCo Brewing, 7 PM (Recurring Tuesdays)

Jammin’ with Paranoid Image šŸ“ 554 S Broadway | ā° 7:00 PM–10:00 PM | šŸŽŸļø Free |  Free community jam session with Paranoid Image – bring your instrument and join in!

šŸ’µ Ticketed Events

Ali Wong Night 2 šŸ“ Comedy Works Downtown | šŸŽŸļø $100–$125 |  Ali Wong’s stand-up hilarity returns to Comedy Works Downtown!

Natalia Lafourcade šŸ“ Paramount Theatre | ā° 8:00 PM | Latin Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Natalia Lafourcade live at the Paramount.

Sheryl Crow šŸ“ Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre | ā° 7:30 PM | šŸŽŸļø $60+ |  Sheryl Crow returns to Red Rocks with an evening of classic hits and new tunes.
Coldplay šŸ“ Empower Field at Mile High | ā° 6:00 PM | šŸŽŸļø Varies |  Coldplay’s ā€œMusic of the Spheresā€ World Tour hits the Mile High City!

David J šŸ“ HQ, 60 South Broadway | ā° 8:00 PM | šŸŽŸļø $25 |  A spoken word + music journey with David J of Bauhaus and Love and Rockets.

Where are you heading this week? Tag us in your adventures! šŸš€

šŸŽ® Keep the Fun Alive!

Once you’ve cracked the final code, keep the good times rolling! From retro arcade showdowns to craft cocktails, Denver’s got plenty to keep the energy up.

Oh, and that trivia answer? It’s B. Denver isn’t nestled in the Rockies—it’s perched on the high plains near them! Next time someone calls it a mountain city, you can set the record straight. šŸ”ļøāœØ
Let us know your favorite local spots, and until next week—keep exploring, keep laughing, and keep playing, Denver! 🌟

—The What’s Happenin’ Denver Team šŸ„ƒšŸ°šŸŽ­

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