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woman and man in play

Remembering Ed Baierlein: Actor, Director and Germinal Stage Founder

By Juliet WittmanApril 21, 2026

Germinal spoke and breathed Ed, and soon became a courageous backbone of the theater scene.

a tax seizure notice on the door of The Pearl

The Pearl’s Property Will Go to Auction If Taxes Aren’t Paid by April 22

By Kristen FioreApril 21, 2026

Records show that after one owner dissolved the LLC, another owner filed an article of reinstatement — but now the doors are locked anyway due to more than $56,000 in unpaid taxes.

stamp of mountain

Free Things to Do in Denver (and Beyond) This Week, April 20-26

By Westword StaffApril 21, 2026

Celebrate Colorado’s very great outdoors during Earth Week.

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a crowd does yoga poses on red rocks amphitheatre steps

Yoga on the Rocks Returns With Extra Dates, Bilingual Sessions

By Kristen FioreApril 20, 2026

Take a deep breath and let it out. Then mark your calendar to register for yoga at Red Rocks.

A monarch butterfly

Things to Do in Denver This Week, April 20-26

By Westword StaffApril 17, 2026

There’s plenty to do around Denver this week.

the exterior of the Colorado People's Center

Colorado People’s Center Is Putting the Public First

By Tim WeighartApril 16, 2026

The Colorado People’s Center’s grand opening event is Saturday, April 18.

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a tax seizure notice on the door of The Pearl

The Pearl Property Seized by the City for Unpaid Taxes

By Kristen FioreApril 15, 2026

The locks are changed, and bills for over $56,000 taped to the doors of the Mercury Cafe building.

A duo trapeze performance

Denver Trapeze Artist Recounts Netflix Star Search Journey

By Toni TrescaApril 15, 2026

Denver-based aerialist Saifee Ghadiyali reflects on Netflix’s Star Search, a painful injury and what’s next in the Mile High circus scene.

interior of The Pearl

The Pearl Dissolves LLC, Refunds $83,000 Raised in GoFundMe

By Kristen FioreApril 14, 2026

After days of twists and turns, Denver’s only lesbian bar is no more.

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A large-scale abstract art installation.

Thinking Outside the Box: Black Cube Doubles Down on Denver Area with 2026 Programming

By Toni TrescaApril 14, 2026

After a decade of nomadic art, Black Cube expands local events at its Englewood headquarters while developing new projects across the country.

interior of The Pearl

What’s Going on With The Pearl?

By Kristen FioreApril 13, 2026

Denver’s only lesbian bar is in danger of closing, and now a co-owner is talking about its GoFundMe and allegations of her involvement with an anti-LGBTQ church.

A person wearing a headlamp while hiking beneath the Milky Way at Great Sand Dunes National Park

Look Up! Best Colorado Stargazing Spots

By Abigail BlissApril 13, 2026

From national parks to remote mountain towns, the sky’s the limit on this stargazing route. It’s Dark Sky Week, so go explore!

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door of Mercury cafe

The Pearl Is Closing Its Doors This Month

By Kristen FioreApril 11, 2026

“We have worked tirelessly to find solutions and do everything in our power to avoid this conclusion.”

The cartoon mouse, Speedy Gonzales

¡Ándale! ¡Arriba! Speedy Gonzales Set to Make a Triumphant Return

By Jared Bahir BrowshApril 11, 2026

The cartoon mouse was taken off the air over concerns about damaging stereotypes, only to be brought back when Hispanic American groups protested.

Here’s Where to Find Third Places (And Community Connection) Around Denver

Here’s Where to Find Third Places (And Community Connection) Around Denver

By Shannon TuckerApril 10, 2026

Making connections is harder than ever. Here are a dozen of the best places to hang out, work out, (make out?) and get out around Denver.

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Denver’s Blucifer Makes Surprise Appearance in Season Finale of Paradise

By Hannah MetzgerApril 10, 2026

The infamous Mustang’s cameo may hint at the direction of the show in season three.

collage art of a black and neon flower and a woman

Artists Examine the Stars and Alter Egos in Exhibitions Around Denver This Week

By Kristen FioreApril 9, 2026

This week, artists create new works from unexpected mediums — like men’s underwear, for example.

A vintage analog photobooth

The Best Photo Booths in Denver

By Tessa GuthrieApril 9, 2026

Have a picture-perfect moment at one of these twelves spots.

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last year's CWA procession

This Year’s Conference on World Affairs Is “Bigger Than It’s Been in a Long Time”

By Kristen FioreApril 8, 2026

This year’s CWA is in-person and online from April 13 to April 16.

Sexc Pace run club backdropped by Elitch Gardens at sunset

Sweat and Socialize at These Ten Run Clubs in Denver

By Abigail BlissApril 8, 2026

From racers training to beat personal bests to non-runners headed straight for the brewery, there’s a group waiting to welcome you with open, sweaty arms.

kids look at model trains during the Rocky Mountain Train Show

Right on Track: Rocky Mountain Train Show Returns April 11-12

By Teague BohlenApril 7, 2026

The Rocky Mountain Train Show has been chugging along for over forty years and still has a head of steam.

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A boy and woman look into a display case at DMNS

Love the DMNS Hall of Gems & Minerals? Rock Out Before It Closes for Renovations

By Kristen FioreApril 6, 2026

The Coors Hall of Gems & Minerals has been a popular attraction since it opened in 1982. Now, it’s time for a reimagining.

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