🎷 June 1 – City Park Jazz Opener

City Park | Free

Kick off summer with the smooth sounds of jazz, blues, and salsa in one of Denver’s most iconic parks. Relax on the grass and let the music take you away.

🎨 June 7-8 – Denver Chalk Art Festival

12th & Bannock | Free

Watch the streets transform into a canvas of colorful masterpieces as artists create stunning chalk murals. Snap a few pics and see creativity come to life.

🎉 June 15 – Juneteenth Music Festival

25th & Welton | Free

Celebrate African American freedom and culture in Five Points with live music, parades, vendors, and community spirit.

🎤 June 15 – Post Malone at Empower Field

Empower Field at Mile High

Post Malone and Jelly Roll bring their BIG ASS Stadium Tour to Denver for a night of hits and high-energy performances.

🌸 June 21-22 – Denver Cherry Blossom Festival

Sakura Square | Free

Experience the beauty of Japanese culture through food, music, dance, and traditional arts at this vibrant community festival.

🎶 June 21 – The Weeknd at Empower Field

Empower Field at Mile High

The After Hours Til Dawn Tour promises a spectacular stage show from one of the biggest names in pop.

⚽ June 26 – US Women’s National Team vs. Ireland

Dick’s Sporting Goods Park

Cheer on the US Women’s National Team as they face Ireland in this international showdown.

🤘 June 27 – Metallica at Empower Field

Empower Field at Mile High

Get ready for a night of epic metal as Metallica and Limp Bizkit rock the stadium.

🌈 June 29-30 – Denver PrideFest

Civic Center Park | Free

Denver’s biggest celebration of love and equality, with a colorful parade, performances, vendors, and tons of joy.

📍 1641 Market St, Denver, CO

Milk Tea People is Denver’s buzzy spot for handcrafted tea-based drinks done right. From authentic matcha whisked to perfection to ube mochi waffles that taste as good as they look, this spot lives up to the hype. The sleek, modern vibe makes it the perfect stop whether you’re on a tea crawl or just need an afternoon pick-me-up.

Just a heads-up—weekends can mean longer waits, but fans say it’s worth it for these top-notch sips. Grab a friend (or go solo with your AirPods), and treat yourself to a milk tea adventure that’s as satisfying as it is stylish!

Monday, June 2

🆓 Free Events

🧵 Bowlero And Cars📍 Bowlero | ⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | 🆓 Free (Recurring Monday)

🧵 Family Matters📍 Shoot Indoors Central Park | ⏰ 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM | 🆓 Free (Kids) (Recurring Monday)

🧵 Smarty Party Trivia📍 Avanti F&B | ⏰ 7:00 PM | 🆓 Free (Recurring Monday)

💵 Ticketed Events

Louis C.K. 📍 Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre | ⏰ 7:30 PM | 🎟️ TBA

Ryan Weisberg Quartet 📍 Dazzle | ⏰ 7:00 PM–8:30 PM | 🎟️ TBA

Tuesday, June 3

🆓 Free Events

🧵 Trivia Night @ Spirit Hound📍 Spirit Hound Distillers – Denver | ⏰ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | 🆓 Free (Recurring Tuesday)

🧵 Bingo Night!📍 Waldschänke Ciders | ⏰ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | 🆓 Free (Recurring Tuesday)

🧵 Geeks Who Drink📍 Fuel & Iron Bar | ⏰ 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM | 🆓 Free (Recurring Tuesday)

🍺 Trivia Night at FlyteCo – Weekly brewery trivia with prizes and beer📍 FlyteCo Brewing, 7 PM (Recurring Tuesdays)

💵 Ticketed Events

DSA Chamber Music Students📍 Dazzle | ⏰ 7:00 PM–8:30 PM | 🎟️ $5–$15

Grentperez 📍 The Gothic Theatre | ⏰ 7:00 PM | 🎟️ $39.50+

Jake Shane📍 Paramount Theatre | ⏰ 8:00 PM | 🎟️ TBA

Tara Cannistraci 📍 Comedy Works South | ⏰ 7:30 PM–9:00 PM | 🎟️ $25+

Thanks for catching up with us! Don’t forget to join the fun at these upcoming events—and share your summer snapshots with us. 🌟

Oh, and that trivia answer? It’s Highlands—the neighborhood that was once its own city until 1902—now it’s one of Denver’s coolest neighborhoods, packed with history, charm, and some of the city’s best bites. Grab a late-night snack or check out a jazz show in this iconic spot!
Catch you later, and keep exploring!

—The What’s Happenin’ Denver Team 🥃🍰🎭