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Egg Hunts & 420 Jams: A Hoppy Weekend in the Mile High
From jellybeans at sunrise to Wiz at sunset, here’s what’s hoppin’ in Denver this weekend.
What's Happenin' Denver
April 18, 2025
🐣 Hoppy Weekend: Easter, 420, and Spring Vibes Around Denver
Hey Denver!
Spring’s doing its thing—Easter events are blooming, 420 is firing up the city, and the Rockies (weather and mountains) are keeping us on our toes. Whether you’re in it for sunrise services, bunny photo ops, music festivals, or just soaking in the spring sun (finally!), this weekend’s got you covered.
Soak up all that Denver has to offer, then dig deeper with our family-friendly Colorado ideas, 420-friendly day trips, or even sunny weekend getaways around the state.
🐣 Hoppy Weekend: Easter Events Around Denver
Spring is showing off, and this Easter weekend is packed with egg hunts, brunches, and sunshiney vibes for every bunny. Whether you’ve got kiddos to wrangle or just want an excuse for jellybeans and mimosa refills—Denver’s got you covered.
Here are 5 fun, family-friendly picks to hop into:
🥚 Parker Easter Eggstravaganza 🗓 Saturday, April 19 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM Sweet treats, giveaways, and a lively egg hunt make this suburban bash a local favorite. 🐰 Four Mile Historic Park Family Egg Hunt 🗓 Saturday, April 19 | Two sessions: 8:30 AM & 1:30 PM With 20,000+ eggs, hayrides, crafts, and story time, this one’s egg-stra magical. 🌳 Cherry Creek State Park Egg Hunt 🗓 Saturday, April 19 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM Face painting, crafts, and bunny selfies—all in a gorgeous outdoor setting. | 🐟 Easter Brunch at the Denver Aquarium 🗓 Sunday, April 20 | Starts at 8:30 AM Brunch with the Easter Bunny, an egg hunt, and underwater adventures—reservations required! 🌄 Easter Sunrise Service at Red Rocks 🗓 Sunday, April 20 | Gates open 4:45 AM, Service at 6:00 AM Welcome Easter morning with a jaw-dropping sunrise at one of Colorado’s most iconic venues.🧵 Market in the Park-et! 📍 Washington Park Boathouse | ⏰ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | 🆓 Free ✨ Vintage finds, handmade jewelry, original art, gifts & more—plus Easter Sunday vibes and an egg hunt! Denver’s fave outdoor market returns for its 2025 season opener. |
For more weekend adventures, hop over to Things to Do in Colorado or browse family-friendly activities on Take More Adventures.
🌿 It’s 4/20 Weekend in Denver, Baby!
Whether you’re lighting up legally or just vibing with the music, this weekend’s got that signature Colorado chill in the air—and two major 4/20 events bringing it full circle.
🎤 420 On The Rocks: Wiz Khalifa
📍 Red Rocks Amphitheatre
🕔 April 20 | 5:00 PM | 🎟️ Tickets here
Wiz Khalifa headlines the hazy holiday at one of Colorado’s most iconic venues. With Larry June, Ab-Soul, Chevy Woods, and DJ Bonics rounding out the lineup, expect a high-energy night with the best natural acoustics in the world (and maybe a contact high or two).
🎉 Mile High 420 Festival
📍 Civic Center Park
🕑 April 20 | 2:00–9:00 PM | 🎟️ Tickets here
This year, Denver’s signature 420 bash is no longer free—but the lineup is worth the upgrade. Cordae, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Conway the Machine, and more take the stage for a full day of celebration, complete with food trucks, vendor booths, celeb guests, and yes—Tommy Chong himself hosting the party.
🎟️ General Admission: $25+
🎟️ VIP (with meet & greet): $189
🔞 21+ only. Reminder: public consumption is still technically a no-no under Colorado law—but that hasn’t stopped Civic Center from becoming the epicenter of all things green.
🗳️ Red Rocks Throwback Trivia
Who was the first act to perform at Red Rocks Amphitheatre back in 1906? |
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🌆 Mile High Happenings & Weather ☀️❄️
Today (Friday, April 18) – ❄️ Light Snow High: 33°F | Low: 30°F 💧 64% chance of snow | 💨 NNE 12 mph Bundle up—it’s a snowy start to the weekend! 🆓 Free Events🎹 Juke Joint Friday: AJ Salas Trio📍 Mississippi Boy Catfish & Ribs | ⏰ 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM | 🆓 Free 🏒 Hockey Night at Earls📍 Earls Glenarm | ⏰ All night | 🆓 Free 🎟️ Ticketed Events 🎭 Bitch Sesh📍 Paramount Theatre | ⏰ 7:30 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed 🎶 Blame it on the Bossa Nova📍 Dazzle | ⏰ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | 🎟️ $15–$25 🎶 LatinSoul📍 Dazzle | ⏰ 10:00 PM – 11:30 PM | 🎟️ $15–$20 🎷 The David Bernot Quintet📍 Nocturne | ⏰ 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM | 🎟️ $36–$110 🎸 The Moss📍 Ogden Theatre | ⏰ 8:00 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed 🎧 Liquid Stranger📍 Mission Ballroom | ⏰ 8:00 PM | 🎟️ $35+ 🎵 Mild Minds📍 Bluebird Theater | ⏰ 9:00 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed ⚾ Colorado Rockies vs. Nationals📍 Coors Field | ⏰ Game Time Varies | 🎟️ Varies | Saturday, April 19 – ☁️ Cloudy High: 48°F | Low: 31°F 💧 24% chance of rain/snow | 💨 SE 7 mph Milder temps, but don’t put the puffy jacket away just yet. 🎟️ Ticketed Events 🎤 Bossman Dlow📍 Fillmore Auditorium | ⏰ 7:00 PM | 🎟️ $75+ 🌀 Bicycle Day 2025📍 Meow Wolf Denver | ⏰ 10:00 PM – 2:00 AM | 🎟️ $88–$111 🎷 Tony Exum, Jr. Birthday Concert📍 Dazzle | ⏰ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | 🎟️ $25–$40 🎶 Ha*Ash📍 Paramount Theatre | ⏰ 8:00 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed 🎻 High Lonesome📍 Swallow Hill Music | ⏰ 8:00 PM | 🎟️ $33+ 🏀 Nuggets vs. Clippers – Playoffs📍 Ball Arena | ⏰ 1:30 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed 🎸 Ray Bull📍 Globe Hall | ⏰ 8:00 PM | 🎟️ $9+ 🎶 The Marion Powers Quintet Honors Billie Holiday📍 Nocturne | ⏰ 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM | 🎟️ $36–$110 ⚾ Colorado Rockies vs. Nationals📍 Coors Field | ⏰ Game Time Varies | 🎟️ Varies | Sunday, April 20 – ☀️ Mostly Sunny High: 63°F | Low: 39°F 💧 3% chance of rain | 💨 NNW 9 mph Finally, some spring in our step! A perfect day for egg hunts, patio brunch, or Red Rocks sunrises. 🎟️ Ticketed Events 👑 Alyssa Edwards – Crowned Tour📍 Fillmore Auditorium | ⏰ 7:00 PM | 🎟️ $63+ 🎷 Kneebody📍 Dazzle | ⏰ 9:30 PM – 11:00 PM | 🎟️ $25–$35 🎸 Mogwai📍 Ogden Theatre | ⏰ 8:00 PM | 🎟️ $33.50+ ⚾ Colorado Rockies vs. Nationals📍 Coors Field | ⏰ Game Time Varies | 🎟️ Varies |
🎉 That’s a Wrap
 | Wherever your weekend leads—egg hunts, concerts, sunrise views, or green vibes—we hope it’s full of color and connection. Need more inspo for your next Denver moment? Explore our full Colorado adventure archive, or hop into our local favorites like Boulder, Fort Collins, and Colorado Springs. Answer: Pietro Satriano and his 25-piece brass band 💡 Fun fact to impress your brunch crew: The very first performance at Red Rocks was by Pietro Satriano and his 25-piece brass band—way back in 1906! Catch ya next week—and don’t forget to tag us in your spring shenanigans. 🌸🌞🧺 |
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