DENVER – Every weekend, Denver7 compiles a list of some fun events you might enjoy. Here are our picks for the 7 best things to do in the Denver metro area this weekend.
1. Celebrate Native American heritage at the 38th Annual Indian Market and Southwest Art Fest
What: The Colorado Indian Market presents an authentic celebration of Native American heritage and tradition, intermingled with colorful booths of arts and fine crafts that embrace the Southwest & the Wild West.
When: Friday, Jan. 18 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, Jan. 19 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 20 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Denver Mart, 451 E. 58th Ave. in Denver
Admission: $15 for adults; free for kids under 12
More info: https://www.denver.org/event/colorado-indian-market-and-southwest-art-fest/59953/
2. Discover the legacy of a fashion house at Dior: From Paris to the World
What: Dior: From Paris to the World surveys 70 years of the House of Dior’s enduring legacy and its global influence. More than 200 couture dresses, accessories and custom jewelry, photographs, drawings and more will trace the history of the fashion house, its founder as well as its art directors.
When: Now through March 3, 2019
Where: Denver Art Museum, 100 W. 14th Ave. Pkwy. in Denver
Admission: $28 for adults; $5 for kids 6 through 18.
More info: https://diorindenver.com/
3. It’s still not too late to join the cowboys at the National Western Stock Show
What: The National Western Stock Show, the nationally recognized western heritage and entertainment event with one of the world's richest regular season professional rodeos, one of the country's largest horse shows and a western trade show, returns for another year to the Mile High City.
When: Now through Jan. 27
Where: National Western Complex, 4655 Humboldt St. in Denver
Admission: Adult ages 12+ range from $10-$22; children ages 3-11 range from $3-4
More info: https://nationalwestern.com
4. Need a good laugh? Check out FRIENDS! The Musical Parody at Comedy Works
What: FRIENDS! The Musical Parody is the hilarious new musical that lovingly lampoons TV’s Friends. This musical parody picks the best moments from the show’s ten years and recreates the moments through an uncensored, fast-paced, music filled romp.
When: Friday, January 18 through Sunday, January 20
Where: South at the Landmark, 5345 Landmark Place in Greenwood Village, Colo.
Admission: $35-$40
More info: For tickets and other info. about the show, click here.
5. Get in the spirit of winter at the Estes Park Winter Festival
What: You know Estes Park in the fall, but do you know the town in the winter? Come and enjoy the winter season in this mountain community at the Estes Park Winter Festival! You’ll get a chance to taste award-winning chili at the chili cook-off, dance to great live music and enjoy other family activities as well as enjoy Colorado beer and wine.
When: Saturday, January 19 and Sunday, January 20
Where: Estes Park, Colo.
Admission: $30 if you're going for the chili and beer tasting (21+ only); $15 for ages 13 and up (non-drinking admission); $5 for children ages 4 through 12; kids under 4 years of age get in free.
More info: https://www.visitestespark.com/events-calendar/special-events/winter-festival/
6. Get some ice action as the Avs take on the Kings at the Pepsi Center What: The Colorado Avalanche host the Los Angeles Kings for the second time this season at the Pepsi Center. Be there when the Avs return home from their five-game road trip!
When: Saturday, January 19 at 1 p.m.
Where: Pepsi Center, 100 Chopper Cir. In Denver
Admission: Varies, click here for ticket info.
More info: https://www.nhl.com/avalanche
7. Travel to Creede for the Golden Pick: Pond Hockey Tournament
What: This tournament is perfect for those who want to relive nostalgic memories of childhood’s past of hockey games played against friends. There aren’t only games, but bonfires, food and live music as well. Registration starts at 7:30 a.m. Saturday. The first game starts at 9 a.m.
When: Saturday, January 19 and Sunday, January 20
Where: 16 USFS 503 in Creede, Colo.
Admission: Free
More info: https://creedepondhockey.wordpress.com/
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