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Our Favorite New Music From Colorado Artists This Month

By Justin Criado

Jul 31, 2025

From witch-punk to the weirdest record you might have ever heard, these are the best local releases in July.

The Best Denver Bars With Live Music

By Emily Ferguson

Jul 30, 2025

There's nothing like sipping on your favorite drink while listening to some excellent live music.

Pleased to Meat You: The Best Classic Steakhouses in Denver

By Westword Staff

Jul 29, 2025

The Mile High City is still a cowtown in many ways. Here are ten reasons why.

crowd at the underground music showcase in denver

These Are the Top Artists to See at the 2025 Underground Music Showcase

By Emily Ferguson

Jul 25, 2025

We've got you covered on all the best local artists to see, from rock to hip-hop to indie and everything in between.

Colorado Saloon Ranks in Top 25 Most Historic Hotel Bars List

By Patricia Calhoun

Jul 24, 2025

No, it's not at the Oxford or the Brown Palace. And it's not even that historic. But we'll still raise a glass!

Paddleboards and a group of people along the shore at Wellington Lake

Ten Best Swimming Holes Near Denver

By Abigail Bliss

Jul 24, 2025

Colorado may be landlocked, but there are still places to take the plunge.

From Rumbas to Perreos: These Are Denver's Top Latin Clubs

By Bennito L. Kelty

Jul 18, 2025

Denver's Latin clubs range in style from seductive to sophisticated, so finding the right club can make or break your night.

The Best Country Concerts Touring to Denver

By Emily Ferguson

Jul 17, 2025

From Parker McCollum and Lainey Wilson to Jason Aldean and Cody Jinks, these are the country shows you won't want to miss.

These Are the Summer's Most Anticipated Red Rocks Concerts

By Emily Ferguson

Jul 16, 2025

We'll be daydreaming about these shows until we're hiking up to the venue to see them.

Hot Dog! Here's Where to Find the Best in Denver

By Gabe Toth

Jul 16, 2025

It's National Hot Dog Day: Join us as we grab the local scene by the buns.

Sushi Cue: The Ten Best Spots for Sushi in Metro Denver

By Gil Asakawa

Jul 15, 2025

The history of sushi in Denver is surprisingly short, given how many places serve it. But how can you tell which are the best?

These Are the Greatest Concerts in Red Rocks History

By Teague Bohlen

Jul 15, 2025

From a rock ban started by Aretha Franklin to a riot at Jethro Tull and Phish fans driving Morrison crazy, these are the most memorable shows.

Things Are Looking Up: Ten Breweries Near Colorado Hiking Trails

By Ryan Pachmayer

Jul 10, 2025

A day exploring Colorado's great outdoors that ends with some cold craft beers...it doesn't get much better than this!

Colorado Outdoor Venues to Put on Your Summer Concert List

By Alexander Hernandez Gonzalez

Jul 10, 2025

Take the summer fun outdoors with these one-of-a-kind Colorado venues.

an AI image of governor Jared Polis attending a Phish show.

Is Jared Polis Heady? Let's Discuss

By Emily Ferguson

Jul 9, 2025

The Colorado governor was called "heady" after his social media account included posts about Widespread Panic and Phish. As it turns out, Polis wasn't at the shows.

The Best Dive Bars in Metro Denver

By Westword Staff

Jul 7, 2025

Drink Up: It's National Dive Bar Day!

You're Grounded! Get Down at Our Ten Favorite Outdoor Patios

By Westword Staff

Jul 2, 2025

While rooftop bars can provide a great Rocky Mountain high, sometimes you want to stay closer to the ground.

These Ten LGBTQ+ Musicians Are Firing Up Denver’s Music Scene

By Eman El Saied

Jul 1, 2025

From indie to hip-hop, these musicians showcase the breadth of talent in the local scene.

The Ten Best Rooftop Bars in Denver

By Molly Martin

Jul 1, 2025

The sky's the limit when you pair your next drinking adventure with stellar views. Cheers!

Our Favorite New Music From Colorado Artists This Month

By Justin Criado

Jun 27, 2025

Local musicians turned up the heat for June by releasing debuts and banger albums, including the latest from Boulder stalwarts Big Gigantic and Gasoline Lollipops.

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