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People hold bibles
Performing Arts

Sacrilegious Sunday Heads to Creepatorium for an Alternative Form of Worship

By Justin CriadoApril 3, 2026

Don’t worry, there will still be an Easter egg hunt.

Jonny Barber (left) and Jim Norris (right) back in 2012, when the Elvis -Jesus connection was born, possibly in a manger near Englewood.
Books

New Book and Podcast Explores the Jesus-Elvis Connection

By Teague BohlenApril 3, 2026

It’s all about the incredible synchronicities between legendary and beloved figures Elvis A. Presley and Jesus H. Christ.

table set with pastel touches
Restaurants

Hop to It: Here’s Where to Book Easter Brunch Reservations

By Westword StaffMarch 31, 2026

The holiday, which falls on April 5 this year, is quickly approaching.

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The crowd at the 2025 Mile High 420 Festival in Denver.
Marijuana

Denver 4/20 Fest Announces Concert Lineup, Return to Civic Center

By Thomas MitchellMarch 27, 2026

Get your lighters ready!

Mayor Mike Johnston speaks at press conference concerning the renaming of Cesar Chavez Day and park in Denver.
Politics & Government

Denver Scrubs Cesar Chavez From Parks, Holidays

By Bennito L. KeltyMarch 19, 2026

“For many of us, this is not just news. This touches our history, our identity and the stories we were raised on.”

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Bars & Breweries

The Best Irish Bars for St. Patrick’s Day Drinking in Denver

By Molly MartinMarch 17, 2026

It’s time to go green and party Irish-style.

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Bric-a-brac on the walls at Clancy's Irish Pub
Bars & Breweries

Five Colorado Irish Pubs Rank Among the Best in America

By Molly MartinMarch 9, 2026

The list includes the oldest Irish bar in the state.

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Restaurants

Lunar New Year Specials and Celebrations in Denver

By Molly MartinFebruary 23, 2026

Tuesday, February 17 ushered in the Year of the Horse.

A woman turns down a dapper ‘snake’ in a ‘vinegar valentine’ from the 1870s.
Visual Arts

Sick of Sweet? Return to the Mean Valentines of the Victorian Era

By Melissa ChimFebruary 14, 2026

“Vinegar Valentines” were a cruel and mocking version of the traditional Valentine’s Day card.

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Denver Life

Watch This: Denver Couples Get Married During Friday the Thirteenth Marriage Marathon

By Westword StaffFebruary 13, 2026

This year’s theme was “Fearlessly in Love.”

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Restaurants

Last-Minute Valentine’s Dinner Ideas That Don’t Suck

By Molly MartinFebruary 10, 2026

No reservations needed.

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Politics & Government

Sun Comes Out for Denver’s Martin Luther King Jr. Marade

By Thomas MitchellJanuary 19, 2026

Thousands of people turned out for the fortieth annual MLK celebration.

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Bars & Breweries

Looking for Last Minute New Year’s Eve Plans? Check Out These Food and Drink Options

By Molly MartinDecember 31, 2025

Cheers to 2026!

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Concerts

Denver New Year’s Eve Concerts to Ring in 2026

By Emily FergusonDecember 29, 2025

From raves to ritualistic ceremonies and bluegrass, these concerts are all a fitting way to end the year.

Denver Life

Chill Things to Do Around Colorado This Winter

By Westword StaffDecember 26, 2025

Find something to do on New Year’s Eve!

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Bars & Breweries

Drink Festive: Every Holiday Pop-Up Bar in Denver

By Molly MartinDecember 26, 2025

Christmas may be over, but you can still celebrate the season at these spots.

Will Work for Love: The Big Small Business of Hallmark Movies
Film, TV & Streaming

Will Work for Love: The Big Small Business of Hallmark Movies

By Teague BohlenDecember 25, 2025

These feel-good holiday flicks are often set in the workplace. Ideally a workplace in Littleton.

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Restaurants

Denver Restaurants Open on Christmas Day

By Abigail BlissDecember 25, 2025

Options include everything from Chinese takeout favorites to decadent buffets.

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How Denver Became the “Christmas City of the World”
Opinion | Calhoun: Wake-up Call

How Denver Became the “Christmas City of the World”

By Patricia CalhounDecember 25, 2025

And so it glows…a century after the city earned that title.

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Weather

White Christmas Here in the High Desert? Not So Much…

By Marty ConiglioDecember 25, 2025

Keep dreaming of that “White Christmas.” You won’t see it this year.

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Denver Life

Best Christmas Lights and Holiday Displays in Denver for 2025

By Kristen FioreDecember 24, 2025

Your guide to the most festive displays in the metro area this year.

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Denver Life

A Child Psychologist’s Tips for Making Magic and Avoiding Tears When It Comes to Gift-Giving

By Angela J. NarayanDecember 24, 2025

Society places an expectation on parents to buy gifts, regardless of their financial circumstances, and children themselves often feel a variety of complex emotions.

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