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Lionel Richie performing live at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado, on July 31 for the Sing a Song All Night Long tour.
Concerts

Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire turn Ball Arena into one big dance floor

By Brandon JohnsonAugust 1, 2026

The crowd was ready to go all night long on Friday night.

A side by side of Denver, then and now.
Housing & Development

Fifteen photos of Denver 150 years ago

By Hannah MetzgerAugust 1, 2026

In honor of Colorado’s sesquicentennial, take a look back at the Mile High City in 1876.

Benson Boone performing live at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado, on July 30 for his Wanted Man Tour 2026.
Concerts

Benson Boone sticks the landing at Ball Arena

By Brandon JohnsonJuly 31, 2026

True to form, he started with a flip and a wall of fire.

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AC/DC performing live at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado, on July 28 for their 2026 Power Up Tour
Critic's Notebook

Fifty years in, AC/DC rocked Denver like it’s 1980

By Brandon JohnsonJuly 29, 2026

It marked the band’s first Denver show in a decade and its first time headlining Empower Field.

Skaters in a backyard halfpipe before the Colfax Speed Queen house show at 8 p.m. on Sunday, July 26.
Concerts

Photos: Blucifer’s First Rodeo brought the Denver music scene together

By Lauren Antonoff HartJuly 27, 2026

Over the weekend, the Baker neighborhood, South Broadway and DIY venues all came alive with music and parties.

A photo of The Strokes performing live at Red Rocks on July 22.
Concerts

Photos: The Strokes prove reality awaits everyone, even at 6,450 feet

By Brandon JohnsonJuly 23, 2026

The Strokes brought New York swagger back to Red Rocks.

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Hilary Duff performing live at Red Rocks in Morrison, Colorado, for her Lucky Me Tour.
Concerts

Hilary Duff lit up Red Rocks with all the nostalgia: Photos

By Brandon JohnsonJuly 21, 2026

Hilary Duff performed to a sold out crowd at Red Rocks for her Lucky Me Tour.

The Avett Brothers performing at Red Rocks during night one of their three night run at the iconic music venue.
Concerts

The Avett Brothers prove Red Rocks is still their living room

By Brandon JohnsonJuly 11, 2026

The Avett Brothers turned Red Rocks Into one giant singalong for night one their three night run.

People cheering for a performance at Denver PrideFest
Denver Life

Photos: 16th Street swells with PrideFest

By Kristen FioreJune 28, 2026

This might be the gayest 16th Street has ever been.

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Taiko drumming
Denver Life

Photos: Denver Cherry Blossom Festival comes back with a bang

By Kristen FioreJune 27, 2026

Thousands enjoyed shopping, food and entertainment at the event, which continues through Sunday, June 28.

Widespread Panic on stage at Red Rocks
Critic's Notebook

Widespread Panic kicks off historic Red Rocks run with heater sets

By Emily FergusonJune 27, 2026

Jimmy Herring left big shoes to fill, but Nick Johnson proved he’s an incredible fit.

Louis Tomlinson performing live at Red Rocks on Friday, June 19.
Critic's Notebook

Louis Tomlinson made a triumphant return to Red Rocks

By Brandon JohnsonJune 20, 2026

After his 2023 show was cut short by a storm, Louis Tomlinson lit up Red Rocks under clear skies.

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Amyl and the Sniffers performing live at Red Rocks on Wednesday, June 17.
Critic's Notebook

Review: Amyl and the Sniffers showed Red Rocks the power of women in punk

By Emily FergusonJune 18, 2026

Joined by L7 and Party Dozen, Amyl and the Sniffers detonated Red Rocks with punk fury.

Photo of the Cactus Motel, a closed hotel in Aurora, by John Margolies.
Education

A Colorado road trip back in time, with photographer John Margolies

By Thomas MitchellJune 17, 2026

Let’s travel through Colorado — and into the ’80s.

A man dressed as Link holds a chicken
Outdoors & Rec

The best outfits we saw at the 49th Colorado Renaissance Festival opening weekend

By Toni TrescaJune 15, 2026

Hark! The annual Ren Faire is back in Larkspur, and people are dressed to impress.

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Lord Huron performs on stage at Red Rocks in Morrison, Colorado, on Wednesday, June 10 in front of a sold out crowd.
Concerts

Lord Huron turned Red Rocks into a cosmic Western dreamscape

By Brandon JohnsonJune 11, 2026

Red Rocks crowd lost it for Lord Huron’s cinematic storytelling.

Kesha performs on stage at Red Rocks for her The Freedom Tour on June 1.
Concerts

Photos: Kesha reclaimed her power at Red Rocks

By Brandon JohnsonJune 3, 2026

The pop icon came to Red Rocks for an unforgettable show.

Alabama Shakes performing live at Red Rocks Parks & Amphitheater in Morrison, Colorado.
Concerts

Alabama Shakes brought a soul revival to Red Rocks: Photos

By Brandon JohnsonMay 26, 2026

Red Rocks crowd gets taken to church by Alabama Shakes.

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Yungblud on stage at Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater in Morrison, Colorado.
Critic's Notebook

Yungblud Had a Sold-Out Debut at Red Rocks. Was It Worth the Hype?

By Emily FergusonMay 12, 2026

The musician has collaborated with Aerosmith, Smashing Pumpkins and Ozzy Osbourne. But his solo work took center stage in Colorado.

A photo of Lewis Capaldi performing on stage at Red Rocks.
Concerts

Heartbreak and High Altitudes as Lewis Capaldi Sells Out Red Rocks Night One: Photos

By Brandon JohnsonApril 29, 2026

Lewis Capaldi brought a set of gut-wrenching ballads to the iconic venue.

FKA Twigs on stage with additional stage performers at the Fillmore Auditorium in Denver, Colorado, on Monday, March 30.
Concerts

FKA twigs Brought a Hypnotic Underground Rave to Denver. It Was Legendary.

By Eman El SaiedApril 1, 2026

The English singer, songwriter and record producer brought her High Body Count Tour to the Fillmore on March 30.

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Denver’s Latest No Kings Protest Breaks Recent Records
Politics & Government

Denver’s Latest No Kings Protest Breaks Recent Records

By Bennito L. KeltyMarch 29, 2026

More than 10,000 people are estimated to have protested in Denver, and even more in Fort Collins.

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