DENVER – Every weekend, Denver7 compiles a list of some fun events you might enjoy. Here are our picks for the 7 (actually, 10 this week) best things to do in the Denver metro area and beyond this weekend.
1. Colorado Chocolate Festival
What: If chocolate heaven sounds just about right for you, then look no further than the Colorado Chocolate Festival this weekend. There will be chocolate samples, chocolate martinis, chocolate cake competitions, cooking demos, live music and gifts for mom and more.
Where: Denver Mart, 451 E. 58th Ave. in Denver
When: Friday, May 10 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday, May 11 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Admission: $5-$50; kinds under 5 years of age get in free. Buy tickets here.
More info: https://www.cochocolatefests.com/colorado-chocolate-festival.html
2. Film on the Rocks – “Titanic”
What: If you’ve spent the past several years debating your friends on whether Jack could fit in that door frame alongside Rose in James Cameron’s magnum opus “Titanic,” you’ll have a chance to prove your point this Friday. The Academy-award winning film will debut this season of Film on the Rocks, so get those coats and tissues ready because it’s going to be cold and you’re going to leave the amphitheater crying. Don’t tell us we didn’t warn you.
Where: Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, 18300 W. Alameda Parkway in Morrison, Colo.
When: Friday, May 10; doors open at 6:30 p.m., but the movie starts at dusk.
Admission: $16 for general admission; VIP seating section tickets are $32.
More info: Is this your first time at Film on the Rocks? Click here.
3. Americana Spring Fling Car Show and Festival
What: If you’re feeling a bit of nostalgia for a time that was, check out the Americana Spring Fling Car Show and Festival, which kicks off the 2019 Pikes Peak International Raceway season. There will be a pre-1989 car show, a swap meet, food and merchandise vendors, live music, and a drive-in movie.
Where: Pikes Peak International Raceway, 16650 Midway Ranch Road in Fountain, Colo.
When: Friday, May 10 from noon to 6 p.m.; Saturday, May 11 from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Admission: $15-$150; for a full list of ticket options, click here.
More info: https://americanaspringfling.com/
4. Food Truck Carnival
What: Love food trucks and carnivals? The two will become one during the Food Truck Carnival in Northglenn this weekend! Enjoy food from over 25 food trucks, beer, other speciality drinks, as well as live music and amusement rides.
Where: Northglenn City Hall, 11701 Community Center Drive in Northglenn, Colo.
When: Friday, May 10 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday, May 11 from noon to 9 p.m.; Sunday, May 12 from noon to 5 p.m.
Admission: Free to attend, $30 for an all-day carnival pass ($25 if you redeem a coupon here.), or $3-$6 for each ride.
More info: http://www.foodtruckcarnival.com/
5. Longmont Museum free day
What: The Longmont Museum, housed in a distinctive contemporary building, features changing exhibits in history, art, and science, as well as the award-winning Front Range Rising, a long-term exhibit on the history and culture of this region.
Where: Longmont Museum, 400 Quail Road
When: Saturday, May 11 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Admission: Free
More info: https://www.longmontcolorado.gov/departments/departments-e-m/museum
6. Dandelion Day
What: Join the Town of Carbondale for a day of spring celebration during the 21st annual Dandelion Day – all in honor of the town’s flower, the dandelion. There will be a Parade of Species, artists, food vendors, brewers, live music and more.
Where: Sopris Park in Carbondale, Colo.
When: Saturday, May 11 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Admission: Free
More info: https://www.carbondale.com/event/dandelion-day/
7. Upslope Get Down Music Festival
What: If you’re looking for a free music festival to go to near Denver, head out to Boulder for the 6th annual Upslope Get Down! There will be food trucks, games, art and more.
Where: Upslope Brewing Company, 1898 S. Flatiron Ct. in Boulder, Colo.
When: Saturday, May 11 from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Admission: Free
More info: https://www.bouldercoloradousa.com/event/upslope-get-down/28879/
8. Bacon and Beer Classic Festival
What: The Bacon and Beer Classic has been such a hit with Denverites it’s returning for a fourth year at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. Local chefs will be serving up bacon-inspired dishes and regional breweries will be featuring creative draft beers, so you can be sure you’ll experience bacon and beer in ways you haven’t even thought of. There will be music, games, the Hormel Bacon Eating Contest and much more.
Where: Broncos Stadium at Mile High, 1701 Bryan St. in Denver
When: Saturday, May 11 from noon to 9 p.m.
Admission: $69-$99
More info: https://www.baconandbeerclassic.com/denver-tickets
9. Gourmet Grilled Cheese and Craft Beer Festival
What: What could be better than 4 oz. pours of craft beer paired with quarter size gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches by the region’s finest chefs and brew masters? The Gourmet Grilled Cheese and Craft Beer Festival will have all that and more this weekend in Colorado Springs.
Where: Hillside Gardens and Event Center, 1006 S. Institute in Colorado Springs.
When: Saturday, May 11 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Admission: $30-50; get tickets here.
More info: Learn more about the 2019 Gourmet Grilled Cheese and Craf Beer Festival here.
10. Multi-cultural Music Festival
What: Music, drumming and high energy performances from a variety of Afro-Latin percussionists in and around Colorado will liven up the night with rich-cultural music from Africa and other Afro-Latin parts of the world. There will also be African food, salsa group dancing and much more.
Where: Movement Arts Community Studio (MACS), 525 East Fountain Blvd. Suite 150 in Colorado Springs, Colo.
When: Saturday, May 11 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Admission: $20
More info: https://www.soulrhythmafricandrumming.com/multi-cultural-music-fest.html
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