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Rainin' Fire in the Sky: How to Catch the Perseids Meteor Shower in Colorado

By Kristen Fiore

Aug 6, 2025

The Perseids Meteor Shower is one of the best and most popular meteor showers of the year, and it'll soon be at its peak.

Free Things to Do in Denver (and Beyond) This Week

By Westword Staff

Aug 6, 2025

The forecast is for fun and hot times today.

A man digs through T-shirts on the floor

Things to Do in Denver This Weekend

By Westword Staff

Aug 5, 2025

Get ready to refresh your wardrobe at ThriftCon Denver.

Comic Josh Blue’s Memoir Something To Stare At Has Been Twenty Years in the Making

By Toni Tresca

Aug 5, 2025

“I think sometimes people have an idea of what a disability is and what this book will be, and it’s not ‘woe is me’ or inspirational. I’m just telling my story."

members of King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard

King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard's Path to World Domination

By Emily Ferguson

Aug 5, 2025

Stu Mackenzie tells Westword about the band's symphonic explorations and why they chose Colorado for Field of Vision.

Woman with pink hair and white fur coat smokes weed

Cannabis Calendar: Westword Roller Derby

By Westword Staff

Aug 5, 2025

Bring in the weekend with Westword at Tetra Lounge, where we're hosting joint-rolling competitions and celebrating the launch of our new infused pre-rolls.

Seek the Silver Screen: All the Film Festivals in Colorado Announced So Far

By Michael Roberts

Aug 5, 2025

The size, scope and variety of Colorado film festivals is jaw-dropping, and August is jam-packed with them.

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Ten Unique Yoga Classes in Denver: Kangaroos, Nudity, Puppies and More

By Shannon Tucker

Aug 4, 2025

From naked yoga to kangaroo yoga, there’s something for even the most skeptical yogi.

Gluten Free In Denver? There’s a Farmers’ Market for You

By Antony Bruno

Aug 4, 2025

“I wanted to create a safe space for folks with celiac disease and gluten-related disorders.”

Mountain Music Festival Is Not Just Another Summer Shindig

By Justin Criado

Aug 4, 2025

The Evergreen event includes headliners Flobots, Dominick Leslie & the Leslies, Sam Grisman Project and more.

Photos: Shenanigans Ensue at August First Friday in the Art District on Santa Fe

By Kristen Fiore

Aug 2, 2025

Street dancers, musicians and artists livened up First Friday on a closed-to-traffic Santa Fe Drive.

Louisville Shop Celebrates Fifteen Years of Pizza and Community

By Sara Rosenthal

Aug 1, 2025

The Louisville pizza landmark will be hosting fifteenth anniversary celebrations and specials all weekend long.

Local Milliner Victoria Regina Wants People to Wear More Hats

By Kastle Waserman

Aug 1, 2025

A tragic accident led this local Denver hat designer to fall in love with classic hat-making skills and artistry.

Arty Parties: Your Guide to August's First Friday in Denver

By Kristen Fiore

Aug 1, 2025

Santa Fe Drive will be closed to traffic for First Friday on August 1.

A colorful painting of a landscape against a blue wall

Yes, There Were American Impressionists. And They’re on View at the Botanic Gardens Now

By Paul Anderson

Aug 1, 2025

Blue Grass, Green Skies showcases an overlooked but gorgeous era in American art.

Union Station Throws a Party for Statehood Celebration Friday

By Cynthia Barnes

Jul 31, 2025

"It's such a great way to explore the city and find small details that we'd otherwise miss."

Raves Will Take Over Civic Center Park in New Concert Series

By Emily Ferguson

Jul 31, 2025

From Jamie XX to a Boiler Room set featuring stellar artists, the Greek Amphitheatre will be a rave before it undergoes renovations.

woman holds orange trump baby balloon at protest

Protests in Denver: La Marcha de la Puebla Kicks Off August

By Bennito L. Kelty and Westword Staff

Jul 31, 2025

Find information on gatherings around town across the political spectrum.

Hà Pham stands in front of a mural wall while holding a copy of Girl Pervert: Volume One with cover star Amayas Gonzalez.

Denver Designer Created Girl Pervert Magazine to "Explore Curiosities"

By Alexander Hernandez Gonzalez

Jul 30, 2025

"Girl, it's camp. You either get it or you don't, for real."

Want to Know the Real Kyle Mooney? Listen Up

By Paul Anderson

Jul 29, 2025

Kyle Mooney discusses his debut album The Real Me ahead of his show at the Bluebird Theater this Wednesday, July 30.

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Miners Alley Tackles Assassins During a Tricky Time

DMNS Celebrates 125 Years, Reflects on History

Events

Miners Alley Tackles Assassins During a Tricky Time

DMNS Celebrates 125 Years, Reflects on History

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