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Amazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure-Denver

Thu., May 9, 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

Thu., May 9, 10 a.m.

The Arvada Performing Arts Center

6901 Wadsworth Blvd, Arvada Northwest Denver Suburbs

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TBA

Arts
A Year with Frog and Toad

Thu., May 9, 12 p.m.

The Arvada Performing Arts Center

6901 Wadsworth Blvd, Arvada Northwest Denver Suburbs

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TBA

Arts
Colorado Rockies vs. San Francisco Giants

Thu., May 9, 1:10 p.m.

Coors Field

2001 Blake St., Denver Downtown Denver

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$6-$310

Baseball

303-292-0200
Beyond Laser Light Experience

Thu., May 9, 4 p.m.

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TBA

Cultural Events
Steve Thomas

Thu., May 9, 6 p.m.

Earls Restaurant

8335 Park Meadows Center Dr., Littleton Southeast Denver Suburbs

free

Singer-Songwriter

303-792-3275
Shawn Nelson Band

Thu., May 9, 6 p.m.

Goosetown Station

514 9th St., Golden Golden

$5

Americana

303-278-2729
Turnpike Troubadours

Thu., May 9, 6:30 p.m. and 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
Couyon Comedy Night

Thu., May 9, 6:30 p.m.

The Lodge at Woods Boss Brewery

675 22nd St., Denver Downtown Denver

Comedy

720-642-7177
Original Works by Daruma

Thu., May 9, 6:30 & 8:45 p.m.

Nocturne

1330 27th St., Denver Five Points/RiNo

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$22

Jazz

Daruma is a new project featuring some of Denver’s finest young talent. Members of the ensemble have performed with leading voices in contemporary music ranging from Billy Childs, Rufus Reid and Tia Fuller to the Colorado Symphony Orchestra, Dave Kikoski, Joe Farnsworth, Maurice Brown, Adam Deitch, and Big Gigantic. They’ve played at notable venues including Red Rocks Amphitheatre, the Blue Note Amsterdam, and Birdland, and have won ASCAP and Downbeat awards. 303-295-3333
Joshua Powell (solo)

Thu., May 9, 7 p.m.

Roxy on Broadway

554 S. Broadway, Denver East Denver

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$12-$15

Folk, Singer-Songwriter

[Downstairs] with Louise, Lately 720-456-7041
A Joni Mitchell Tribute Concert

Thu., May 9, 7 p.m.

eTown Hall

1535 Spruce St., Boulder Boulder

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$28-$43

Tribute

Join us for a celebration of the songs and artistry of Joni Mitchell as we bring her songs to life! Often referred to as the greatest contemporary songwriter, Joni has been a huge influence in our lives and music over the years. Joni’s career has spanned over half a century, and in that time, she explored and experimented in many genres of music and made them her own. We have selected some of our favorite Joni songs and aspire to honor the original and explore our individual artistry through her songs. Additionally, we will play some of our own tunes… 303-443-8696
The Sax Syndicate plays Birth of the Cool and West Coast Jazz featuring Derek Banach

Thu., May 9, 7 p.m.

Dazzle

1080 14th St., Denver Downtown Denver

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$15-$25

Music, Jazz

Lose yourself in the intricate harmonies and masterful interplay of West Coast Cool Jazz. The Sax Syndicate meticulously recreates the sounds that defined a generation. Experience the genius of Miles Davis's "Birth of the Cool," the lush arrangements of Gerry Mulligan, and Dave Pell. This octet, featuring trumpet virtuoso Derek Banach, delivers a nuanced performance that showcases the light tone, relaxed feel, subtle complexities and sophisticated beauty of the Cool Jazz style. 303-839-5100
Pierce Pettis

Thu., May 9, 7 p.m.

Swallow Hill Music

71 E. Yale Ave., Denver Englewood

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$30-$35

Folk

Compass Records Group recording artist Pierce Pettis has been around the block a few times. An Alabama native, he began his career at the famous Muscle Shoals Sound Studios. Later, he contributed to Fast Folk Musical Magazine in New York, recorded for Windham Hill/High Street Records in Los Angeles, and spent a decade as a staff songwriter for Polygram and Universal Music Publishing in Nashville. His songs have been covered by Dion, Art Garfunkel, Garth Brooks and Joan Baez —as well as David Wilcox, Tim O'Brien, Dar Williams and Claire Lynch ... to name a few. His latest album, "Father's… 303-777-1003
Denver Ukefest: Kickoff Party & Open Mic

Thu., May 9, 7 p.m.

Brewability

3445 S. Broadway, Englewood Englewood

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free

Americana, Festival, Folk, Open Mic, Singer-Songwriter

The festival begins the evening of Thursday, May 9 at Brewability in Englewood where festival-goers come together for an open mic and uke jam. This kick-off to the festival is a great place to reconnect with old friends, make new ones, and plot out the rest of the weekend. 303-598-0809
David Brussel on Piano (Rose Room)

Thu., May 9, 7 p.m.

Mercury Cafe

2199 California St., Denver Downtown Denver

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free

Piano

303-294-9258
We Three

Thu., May 9, 7 p.m.

Summit Music Hall

1902 Blake St., Denver Downtown Denver

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$25

Pop

with Skydxddy 303-487-0111
McKenna Kimose

Thu., May 9, 7 p.m.

Skylark Lounge (Bobcat Club)

140 S. Broadway, Denver Central Denver

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$18.08

Singer-Songwriter

with Katie Yeager and Genevieve Libien 303-722-7844
Wake Me

Thu., May 9, 7 p.m.

Marquis Theater

2009 Larimer St., Denver Downtown Denver

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$15

Alternative, Pop

303-487-0111
Les Violins du Roy

Thu., May 9, 7:30 p.m.

Newman Center for the Performing Arts

2344 E. Iliff Ave., Denver South Denver

$5-$65

Classical

with Miloš 303-871-7720
SunSet Series: Jack Cloonan Duo

Thu., May 9, 7:30 p.m.

BurnDown

476 S. Broadway, Denver Central Denver

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free

Bluegrass, Disco

Every Thursday the SunSet Series features smaller acoustic acts and eclectic DJs on our third level outdoor patio. Naturally, these sets will correspond with the stunning Denver summer sunsets. Come vibe out with amazing live music, panoramic rooftop views, and $8 Aperol Spritzies all night! Jack Cloonan is a dude fueled by the healing powers of Discograss spreading the love all over the greater Colorado area. 720-899-3827
Big Dopes

Thu., May 9, 8 p.m.

Lost Lake Lounge

3602 E. Colfax Ave., Denver Central Denver

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$15

Alternative, Indie Pop

with Claire Heywood and Barbara Tastefully fuzzy melodies … poignant and touchingly poetic lyrics. Big Dopes is one of the best Denver bands not enough people know about yet.” Tom Murphy, QUEEN CITY SOUNDS AND ART Big Dopes recalls the loose, lighthearted feel of 90s alternative and indie pop, with influences somewhere between Paul Simon, Jonathan Richman, and Pavement. Lead songwriter Eddie Schmid uses a playful, conversational baritone to sing through neuroses and inner dialogues, touching on long-distance relationships, being a houseguest, and gratitude for friends named Tom. In August 2021 the band made waves for its energetic live show… 303-296-1003
Vibewise & Friends

Thu., May 9, 8 p.m.

Beacon

2854 Larimer St., Denver Five Points/RiNo

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free

EDM

Join us for an exhilarating evening where two talented DJs will be selected to showcase their skills alongside Vibewise and DEVR, each performing an hour-long set that will captivate your senses and keep you moving all night long. Whether you're new to DJing or already on the scene, all submissions are welcome and will be judged on song selection, transitions, and creativity. Interested in signing up? Follow @Vibewise.music and @Beacondenver on Instagram, and submit your own 15-30 minute mix to enter the contest. It's your chance to shine and share your unique sound with our vibrant community.
Bombay Bicycle Club

Thu., May 9, 8 p.m.

Ogden Theatre

935 E. Colfax Ave., Denver Central Denver

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$35

Other

303-832-1874
Harbor

Thu., May 9, 8 p.m.

HQ

60 S. Broadway, Denver Central Denver

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$10

Other

with Hellgrammites, Mission 7 and Red 40 720-381-6159
ZeeCeeKeely and The Rise

Thu., May 9, 8 p.m.

Herman's Hideaway

1578 S. Broadway, Denver South Denver

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$10-$15

Alternative, Reggae

with Ghost.Wav and The Syrup ZeeCeeKeely has been winning the hearts and minds of alternative-reggae fans since their inception in Tucson, AZ in 2018. Drawing inspiration from Sublime, Katchafire, 10 Ft Ganja Plant, John Brown’s Body, Peter Tosh, Bob Marley, Culture, The Movement and so many more. ZeeCeeKeely is the new breed in American Reggae bringing a sound all their own and being the trailblazers of American Reggae while always honoring the past influences that paved the Road for us to be here. 303-777-5840
Steel Pulse

Thu., May 9, 8 p.m.

Boulder Theater

2032 14th St., Boulder Boulder

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$32.50-$37.50

Reggae

Bearing witness to the accelerating negativity of global affairs, Steel Pulse emerges with musical vengeance to halt the disarray of humanity. The band's twelfth studio production, titled Mass Manipulation, reflects four decades committed to bettering mankind through music. Steel Pulse continues to be revolutionary in engaging controversial topics of racial injustice and human rights on a global scale. Their musical stance and conceptualizations are as potent and relevant today as they were at the beginning of their career. The album’s uniquely thematic approach provokes thought as it presses forward, toward humanities unification. A manipulation of our minds has been influenced… 303-786-7030
Deko with Yameii & Friends: Odyssey 1 Tour

Thu., May 9, 8 p.m.

Larimer Lounge

2721 Larimer St., Denver Downtown Denver

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$28

Other

303-296-1006
Ty Segall

Thu., May 9, 8 p.m.

Gothic Theatre

3263 S. Broadway, Englewood Englewood

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$32.50

Other

303-789-9206
Kelsey Lynn & Stormie Leigh

Thu., May 9, 8 p.m.

The Black Buzzard

1624 Market St., Denver Downtown Denver

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$20-$22

Other

with TreVerse 720-204-6082
Hashtronaut

Thu., May 9, 8 p.m.

hi-dive

7 S. Broadway, Denver South Denver

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$12-$15

Music, Metal, Psychedelic, Rock

with Tricoma and Lord Velvet 303-733-0230
Starlight & Pine

Thu., May 9, 8 p.m.

Globe Hall

4483 Logan St., Denver Globeville

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$14

Other

with Dialup, Jordin Dearinger and KelLee Carlile 303-296-1003
Sheela Bringi

Thu., May 9, 8 p.m.

Chautauqua Community House

301 Morning Glory Dr., Boulder Boulder

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$20

Fusion, World

Sheela Bringi, a multifaceted musician, effortlessly weaves her Indian roots with modern harmonies and deep rhythms from around the world. During her live performances, her refined skill on the harp, harmonium, and Indian bamboo flute, combined with her ethereal, Hindustani-inflected vocals, creates a captivating and transcendent experience for listeners with open ears and hearts. Raised in the serene Colorado foothills by her Indian-origin parents, Sheela was immersed in the rich music and devotional chanting of her South Indian heritage. At the same time, she was fascinated by the harmonies and uninhibited spirit of American jazz and blues. As a teenager,… 303-440-7666

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