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Turnpike Troubadours

Fri., May 10, 6:30 p.m.

Red Rocks Amphitheatre

18300 W. Alameda Parkway, Morrison West Denver Suburbs

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$59-$600

Alt-Country

with The Red Clay Strays and American Aquarium (5/9) with Wyatt Flores and Sierra Hull (5/10) 720-865-2494
Russell Peters

Fri., May 10, 7:15 & 9:45 p.m. and Sat., May 11, 7:15 & 9:45 p.m.

Comedy Works South

5345 Landmark Place, Greenwood Village Southeast Denver Suburbs

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$40-$45

Comedy

Russell Peters was recently named as one of Rolling Stone’s 50 Best Comics of All Time. He started doing stand-up at the age of nineteen at open mics in his native Toronto, and spent the next fifteen years honing his craft at clubs across Canada and the UK. In 2004, Peters gained critical and global recognition for his CTV Comedy Now! special and soon became the first comedian to sell-out Toronto’s Air Canada Centre in 2007. Peters went on to set attendance records at venues from Madison Square Garden to The Sydney Opera House to London’s O2 Arena – where… 720-274-6800
Amos Gill

Fri., May 10, 7:30 & 9:45 p.m. and Sat., May 11, 7:30 & 9:45 p.m.

Comedy Works Downtown

1226 15th St., Denver Downtown Denver

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$18-$26

Comedy

One of the hottest comedians in Australia and now swiftly making a name for himself globally. A cherished Adelaide identity thanks to his four years hosting the Amos, Cat & Angus breakfast radio show for Australia’s biggest broadcaster Southern Cross Austereo, in 2018 Amos announced that he was giving up breaky radio’s notorious 4am rises and heading to the USA to crack a comedy scene in which he had already carved out a name for himself as a comic to watch. As well as being a headliner in his own right in the USA, UK and Australia, Amos has performed… 303-595-3637
Origins: Building Life

Through Sept. 30, 9 a.m.

Butterfly Pavilion

6252 W. 104th Dr., Broomfield Northwest Denver Suburbs

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Zoo and Animals

Butterfly Pavilion proudly presents its latest marvel: the eagerly awaited exhibit, "Origins: Building Life." Step back over 500 million years to the extraordinary Cambrian explosion, dubbed the "Age of Invertebrates," where a diverse array of animals burst onto the evolutionary scene, showcasing the emergence of prehistoric creatures that shaped life as we know it today. Non-member Adult - $16.95 • Seniors (65+) - $14.95 • Children (2-12) - $11.95 Free admission or children under the age of 2 (303) 469-5441
Karaoke

Thursdays-Saturdays, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

Dubb's Pub

5301 S. Broadway, Littleton Southeast Denver Suburbs

Music, Karaoke, Fall Arts Guide, Winter Arts Guide

303-798-6711
Tom Amend on piano

Thursdays, 11 a.m., Fridays, 11 a.m. and Saturdays, 11 a.m.

Brown Palace Hotel Tea Room

321 17th St., Denver Downtown Denver

free

Piano

303-297-3111
BEYOND: A Guided Meditation & Laser Light Experience

Sundays, 12-8 p.m., Mondays, 12-8 p.m., Tuesdays, 4-8 p.m., Wednesdays, 4-8 p.m., Thursdays, 4-8 p.m., Fridays, 12-8 p.m. and Saturdays, 12-8 p.m.

International Church of Cannabis

400 S. Logan St., Denver South Denver

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$10-$40

Arts, Community Events, Marijuana Events, Mind and Body, Religion and Spirituality, Visual Art, Psychedelic

BEYOND starts at 20 past the hour, every hour Open 364 days per year (Closed on X-mas) Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon 12-8pm Tues, Wed & Thurs 4-8pm The International Church of Cannabis Members of the International Church of Cannabis are known as Elevationists. Through ritual, guided by spiritual practice, church members use the sacred flower to reveal the best version of self, discover a creative voice and enrich their community with the fruits of that creativity. Unlike other belief systems, there is no need to convert to Elevationism. It claims no divine law, no unquestionable doctrine, and no authoritarian structure… 303-800-5644
John A. Kite on piano

Wednesdays, 2 p.m., Thursdays, 2 p.m., Fridays, 2 p.m., Saturdays, 2 p.m. and Sundays, 11 a.m.

Brown Palace Hotel Tea Room

321 17th St., Denver Downtown Denver

free

Piano

303-297-3111
Karaoke

Saturdays, 2 p.m.-2 a.m., Sundays, 2 p.m.-12 a.m., Mondays-Thursdays, 4 p.m.-12 a.m. and Fridays, 4 p.m.-2 a.m.

Voicebox

2601 Walnut St., Denver Central Denver

Karaoke, Fall Arts Guide, Winter Arts Guide

720-458-7006
Nightly Live Music on the Piano

Ongoing, 6:30 p.m.

Charlie Brown's Piano Bar & Grill

980 Grant St., Denver Capitol Hill/Uptown/City Park

free

Broadway, Cabaret, Classical, Country, Free, Hotel Lounges, Juke Joints, Karaoke, Oldies, Piano, Showtunes, Variety

Colorful characters from Denver’s past are rumored to have bellied up to the bar at Charlie Brown’s, which has been open since Prohibition ended. A sprawling spot filled with the music of nightly piano sing-alongs, it lives up to its slogan: “Something for everyone.” Couples, friends, tourists, young professionals, senior citizens, college kids and even celebrities enjoy the stiff drinks, huge food menu, enclosed smoking patio and free drinks for revelers celebrating their birthdays. Here’s hoping the drinks will flow long into the future at this Denver landmark. 303-860-1655
The Underground Comedy Showcase

Fridays, 7 p.m., Saturdays, 7 p.m. and Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.

License No. 1

2115 13th St., Boulder Boulder

$25

Comedy, Comedy

303-443-0486
Disco Pig Dance Party

Thursdays, 9 p.m., Fridays, 9 p.m. and Saturdays, 9 p.m.

Disco Pig

1403 Larimer St., Denver Downtown Denver

free

Dance, Disco, DJ

with rotating live DJs
Karaoke

Wednesdays, 9 p.m., Thursdays, 9 p.m., Fridays, 9 p.m., Saturdays, 9 p.m. and Sundays, 9 p.m.

Tavern on 26th Ave.

10040 W. 26th Ave., Lakewood West Denver Suburbs

free

Karaoke

303-238-2549
Amazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure-Denver

Fri., May 10, 8 a.m.

Colorado State Capitol

200 E Colfax Ave, Denver Downtown Denver

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TBA

Outdoors

303-866-2604
A Year with Frog and Toad

Fri., May 10, 10 a.m.

The Arvada Performing Arts Center

6901 Wadsworth Blvd, Arvada Northwest Denver Suburbs

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TBA

Arts
Throwback Friday: The Beatles

Fri., May 10, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Dazzle

1080 14th St., Denver Downtown Denver

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$10

Comedy, Music, Tribute

Join us every 2nd Friday of the month for Throwback Friday. Enjoy a delicious lunch, lots of laughs and a trip down memory lane as we feature musical icons from the past. May highlights The Beatles. Two of Denver’s beloved comediennes, Pam Clifton and LuAnn Buckstein combine forces with pianist extraordinaire, Martha Yordy, to lead you on a journey back to the 60’s. So, don your ponchos and bell bottoms, grab your Beatle memorabilia, and join us for music, trivia and fun. It’s going to be groovy! 303-839-5100
Beyond Laser Light Experience

Fri., May 10, 12 p.m.

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TBA

Cultural Events
Graham Good: Live from the Patio

Fri., May 10, 5 p.m.

Stranahan's Colorado Whiskey

208 S. Kalamath St., Denver Southwest Denver

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free

Folk, Funk

Graham Good has been called the Messiah of Modern Rock due to his infectious energy and classic song writing. Specializing in Feel-Good//Funk-Folk-Rock, this group touches on a plethora of genres that help make them an easy band for any new fan to instantly connect with. The band has played iconic Denver venues such as Red Rocks, The Ogden, The Gothic, and The Bluebird opening up for acts such as Caamp, Andy Frasco, Satsang, and Joe Hertler & The Rainbow Seekers. The Painters are a band of trained musicians who aim to pull the heartstrings of their audiences to step up… 303-296-7440
Red Moon Rounder

Fri., May 10, 6 p.m.

Roxy on Broadway

554 S. Broadway, Denver East Denver

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free

Americana, Indie Rock

720-456-7041
Reckless And Blue

Fri., May 10, 6 p.m.

Inga's Alpine Tavern

5151 Leetsdale Dr., Denver Southeast Denver

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free

Blues

Denver’s blues band, Reckless and Blue was established in 2017. Playing the best of blues spanning more than 100 years, these seasoned professionals will make you want to dance all night long. Reckless and Blue released their first album in December of 2021 and are recording their second album now. Whether you want to hear classic blues, modern blues or original blues, Reckless and Blue will keep you satisfied. 720-389-6203
Delta Sonics

Fri., May 10, 6 p.m.

Goosetown Station

514 9th St., Golden Golden

$5

Blues

303-278-2729
Megan Mitchell

Fri., May 10, 6 p.m.

Lansdowne Arms Bistro & Pub

9352 Dorchester St., Highlands Ranch Southeast Denver Suburbs

free

Singer-Songwriter

303-346-9136
Kenny Cornbread & The Biscuit Boys

Fri., May 10, 6:30 p.m.

Larimer Lounge

2721 Larimer St., Denver Downtown Denver

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free

Variety

with Michael Surface 303-296-1006
Surrender the Ectype

Fri., May 10, 6:30 p.m.

Roxy Theatre

2549 Welton St., Denver Downtown Denver

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$10

Metal

with Leveler, Ancient Colossal, Endoterra, BlackBile and Of Man & Machine 720-242-9782
Javon Jackson

Fri., May 10, 6:30 & 9 p.m.

Dazzle

1080 14th St., Denver Downtown Denver

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$30 - $45

Music, Jazz

Acclaimed tenor saxophonist Javon Jackson and his quartet perform Friday, May 10th at Dazzle Denver. Jackson is joined by pianist Jeremy Manasia, bassist David Williams, and drummer Billy Drummond. Performance features music from Jackson’s acclaimed original film score With Peter Bradley for the art-world documentary on the iconoclastic abstract artist “In composing the music for With Peter Bradley…Jackson is also painting a series of pictures. The original music…is like a full exhibit, an extended play expression of the lightheartedness and verve of the enigmatic Peter Bradley.” – Joshua Myers, DownBeat The soundtrack nods to some of Bradley’s favorite jazz icons… 303-839-5100
Colorado Rockies vs. Texas Rangers

Fri., May 10, 6:40 p.m.

Coors Field

2001 Blake St., Denver Downtown Denver

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$10-$310

Baseball

303-292-0200
Guided By Voices

Fri., May 10, 7 p.m.

Marquis Theater

2009 Larimer St., Denver Downtown Denver

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$45

Pop

with Undersale 303-487-0111
Germ Theory

Fri., May 10, 7 p.m.

Seventh Circle Music Collective

2935 W. 7th Ave., Denver Central Denver

Punk

with Sour Drought, Bad Anatomy and Anystate
Rocco

Fri., May 10, 7 p.m.

Treehouse

2719 Larimer St., Denver Five Points/RiNo

free

DJ

303-296-1003
Panchiko

Fri., May 10, 7 p.m.

Summit Music Hall

1902 Blake St., Denver Downtown Denver

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$29.50

Alternative

with Wisp and Weatherday 303-487-0111
Black Dots

Fri., May 10, 7 p.m.

Bar 404

404 Broadway, Denver Downtown Denver

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$12-$15

Other

with First Born and Trauma Czars 720-379-3141
J Boog & Ky-Mani Marley

Fri., May 10, 7 p.m.

Mission Ballroom

4242 Wynkoop St., Denver North Denver

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$39.95-$89.95

Hip-Hop, Reggae

with Iam Tongi and L.A.B J Boog (Jerry Afemata), a reggae singer of samoan descent was born in Long Beach and raised in Compton, CA. He is the youngest of seven brothers and one sister who come from hard working parents that relentlessly instilled a strong cultured household. Currently residing back and forth between Hawaii and California, J Boog has been working incessantly since the release of his debut album "Hear Me Roar" (2007). He followed that up with his sophomore album "Backyard Boogie" (2011) which topped the US Billboard Charts and iTunes charts in numerous countries. J Boog has… 720-577-6884
Dirty Side Down

Fri., May 10, 7 p.m.

In the Zone Sports Bar & Grill

15600 W. 44th Ave., Golden West Denver Suburbs

free

Rock

303-279-3888

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