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Flights of Fancy: Denver’s Fashion Scene Is Hot On and Off the Runway

By Kristen FioreMay 5, 2026

A paper fashion show, an adaptive fashion show, and a condom — yes, condom — fashion show are all hitting the runway this month.

Nini Coco entering the RuPaul's Drag race workroom in a rainbow latex outfit.

Denver Pride Announces 2026 Lineup of Performers and Parties

By Cleo MirzaMay 4, 2026

The stacked lineup includes two collaborations with Denver queer artist collective PlayHaus.

The Dark Lord of the Sith sees the municipal airport squatting in the distance on the pitted surface of the strange planet...and smiles.

May the Fourth Be With You: Star Wars Day Events Around Denver

By Teague BohlenMay 2, 2026

It’s a day full of Star Wars and bad date-related puns!

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Five Lessons on Love From Denver’s Polyamory Scene

By Sara RosenthalMay 1, 2026

“Non-monogamy is a lot more common than people think,” says local therapist Lindsay Hayes.

A folklórico dancer performs at Civic Center Park as part of Denver Cinco de Mayo Festival.

Cinco de Mayo 2026: “Not Scaling It Down in Any Way” Despite Construction at Civic Center Park

By Toni TrescaMay 1, 2026

Denver’s Cinco de Mayo Festival returns on May 2-3 with a slightly modified layout to accommodate the ongoing Civic Center construction.

Your Denver-Themed May Horoscopes Are Here

Your Denver-Themed May Horoscopes Are Here

By Ebony MonroeMay 1, 2026

Find out what the sky says is in store for you this month.

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Mindful Motion: This Lakewood Studio Is Reinventing Indoor Cycling

By Abigail BlissApril 30, 2026

Ritual combines yogic principles into its daily classes, which were co-founded by professional cyclists Alison Brien and Bevin Prince.

A crowd gathers for Film on the Rocks

2026 Film on the Rocks Lineup Resurrects ’80s, ’90s and Y2K Favorites

By Kristen FioreApril 30, 2026

This year’s schedule brings together a decadent mix of classic and new films, along with local talent before each screening.

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RTD Used Drawing of Disability Activist Kalyn Heffernan on a Bus Without Consulting Her

By Kristen FioreApril 29, 2026

“You’re not going to pimp my face and my name and my brand and my activism.”

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A person live painting during an Aquí Art Show event.

Present Tense: Inside Denver’s Sober Art Scene

By July RamirezApril 29, 2026

Gen Z is the most sober-curious generation on record, and in Denver, Aquí Art Show is building the space they’ve been looking for.

Pots for sale at A House of Pots

Why A House of Pots’ Owners Could Go to Jail

By Michael RobertsApril 28, 2026

Regulars won’t be able to shop on the Adams County plot for long, and co-owner Ian Bramlett remains baffled by the logic of targeting his shop.

Curious Theatre Staying in Acoma Home After Landmark Building Sale

Curious Theatre Staying in Acoma Home After Landmark Building Sale

By Toni TrescaApril 28, 2026

After years of financial uncertainty, a $1.9 million deal ensures that Curious Theatre will remain in its historic venue.

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Designer Beatriz Warger Hopes to Inspire More Elegant Dressing at Denver Fashion Week

By Kastle WasermanApril 27, 2026

Beatriz Warger’s BW Designs debuts at Denver Fashion Week’s Society Night on May 2.

All the 2026 Film Festivals in Colorado Announced So Far

All the 2026 Film Festivals in Colorado Announced So Far

By Michael RobertsApril 24, 2026

The size, scope and variety of Colorado film festivals is jaw-dropping.

This LGBTQ-Owned Auto Repair Shop Will Put Your Last Crappy Oil Change to Shame

By Shannon TuckerApril 23, 2026

Good Judy Garage is building a safer, more inclusive experience.

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Under the Covers: Colorado Romantasy Readers Are Getting Hot

By Toni TrescaApril 22, 2026

“The world is shit right now, and one of the hallmarks of romance is there’s always a happy ending.”

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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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.

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