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Denver Weekend Suggestions for September 4 - 6, 2009

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400

As one of the roughest and most beautiful terrains in the United States, Denver certainly caters to the active traveler. So why not take advantage of all the energetic activities Denver has to offer when you buy cheap Denver concert tickets, Denver theater tickets and Denver sports tickets this September?

Discover new bounds when you experience the indie rock of Modest Mouse at a Modest Mouse concert at the Fillmore Auditorium on September 2 at 7:00 PM. Feeling particularly adventurous? Head on over to Civic Center park for the Festival of Mountain and Plain- A Taste of Colorado event from September 4 – 7. Savor every facet of Denver with music, arts and crafts, kids activities, carnival rides and tons of tasty treats. Then, grab some comrades and a cool cardigan and head on over to the Ogden Theatre with your Lebowski Fest tickets for the 8:00 PM screening – enjoy the sounds of Black Diamond Heavies with special guests Pin Head!

Lacking some experimental rock in your Denver concerts diet? Head on over to the Ogden Theatre with your The Gaslight Anthem tickets on September 13 at 7:00 PM. On the other hand, you can experience the lighter side of the Buffalo Bicycle Classic when you take your bike to the junction of Colorado Blvd and Folsom Ave for the Little Buffalo event featuring a casual 14 mile ride for "aspiring cyclists" to benefit CU Boulder's College of Arts and Sciences.

If you consider yourself a true blue scenester then you'll love this next concert- the Monolith Festival is lighting up the Red Rocks Amphitheatre from September 12 – 13. This music festival lineup is to die for! With The Mars Volta, The Yeah Yeah Yeahs, MSTRKRFT, Girl Talk and more on board, you can skip Denver concerts for the whole year- but why on Earth would you want to do that?! Resurrect your inner hippy when you head on over to the Paramount Theatre for the Australian Pink Floyd concert on September 18 starting at 8:00 PM. Then, gear down with some expert acoustic when you take your Rodrigo y Gabriela tickets on over to Temple Buell for their 8:00 PM Denver concert on September 19.

If all this activity has made you parched, quench your thirst over at the Great American Beer Festival setting up shop at the Colorado Convention Center from September 24 to 26. With over three hundred and fifty brewers, fifteen hundred beers to choose from and a ton of hop-themed exhibits, this event is sure to reach capacity – so plan accordingly! Sober up a bit for the Van Morrison concert at the Wells Fargo Theatre on September 26 at 8:00 PM. Then, laugh it up with some David Cross tickets to Paramount Theatre on September 29 at 8:00 PM.

In Denver Theater tickets news, Cirque Du Soleil Kooza tickets are selling fast for the limited run at the Pepsi Center and Rain the Beatles Experience tickets bring Fab Four fans to Temple Buell. For a classic treat, grab yourself some The Voysey Inheritance tickets and check out Harley Granville-Barker's masterpiece over at Space Theater.

In Denver sports tickets news, Coors Field gets all the action as Colorado Rockies tickets bring fans to the stands. And get this, NFL preseason tickets and NHL preseason tickets are on sale now, so get your Denver Broncos tickets and Colorado Avalanche tickets while they're still cheap! So stretch those muscles and hydrate because this month will speed by when you grab some Denver concert tickets, Denver theater tickets and Denver sports tickets in September - so pick up the pace!

Denver Weekend Suggestions for August 7 - 9, 2009

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Talk about a great location! Denver is sandwiched between hearty middle America and the ease of the west coast making this state the perfect middle ground. So this August you'll enjoy both sides of Denver's spectrum when you take your Denver concert tickets, Denver theater tickets and Denver sports tickets to the wildest and most versatile Denver events imaginable.

Like Latin music? Then you'll love the MX Live Fest over at the Denver Coliseum on August 8 at 8:00 PM, performers include Alejandra Guzman, Aleks Syntek and Kalimba & Moenia. On the other hand, you can jazz it up a bit when you head on over to Memorial Park in Woodland for the Vino and Notes: Jazz, Wine and Food Festival starting at 1:00 PM. Sip bold reds and whites to benefit the Charitable Treasures Workshop while listening to the sounds of Max Wagner, Neil Bridge Music and Tony Exum, Jr. Need to expend some energy? Jump with the punk fans at the Vans Warped Tour concert at Invesco Field on August 9 at noon. This year's music festival lineup includes – 3OH!3, 2 Tone Runts, Anti-Flag and many more! On the other hand, you can check out some indie rock wonders with Kings of Leon tickets to Red Rocks Amphitheatre at 8:00 PM.

Care to see some hard rock live? Head on over to the Red Rocks Amphitheatre with your Judas Priest tickets to the 7:00 PM show on August 11 or see the talk box master live with some Peter Frampton tickets to Boulder Theater at 8:00 PM. Later on in the week, catch some great country with Clint Black tickets to the Oriental Theater on August 13 at 7:30 PM. Want to break away from the norm? Check out these unique events happening on August 15: head on over to Bear Creek Lake Park near Morrison for the Sand Sculpture Contest sponsored by Engineers Without Borders- you can still submit your Sand Sculpture content entry form! Or, participate in the 3rd Annual San Rafael Food & Wine Festival at the Falkirk Cultural Center starting at 11:00 AM. Sample wine from twenty-five different boutique-style wineries while witnessing the talent of Art Works Downtown!

Your west coast counterparts are into the green scene, so take the third week in August to up your knowledge at the Earthworks Expo on August 22 and 23 at the Denver Merchandise Mart. Learn about sustainable living with tons of great exhibitors, workshops, food and kid-friendly activities. Later, pick up some The Pretenders tickets and head on over to the Denver Botanic Gardens for their 5:00 PM show. Return to the Denver Botanic Gardens on August 23 for the Los Lobos concert featuring Los Lonely Boys on August 2 at 7:00 PM.

Round out the month when you head out to some of the following outdoor Denver concerts – grab some Depeche Mode tickets and head on over to the Red Rocks Amphitheatre on August 27 at 7:00 PM, then score some Bonnie Raitt tickets to her August 30 show at the Red Rocks Amphitheatre at 7:30 PM. Haven't had enough? Buy cheap Bob Weir tickets to the Denver Botanic Gardens on August 31 at 7:30 PM or head indoors for the De La Soul concert at Bluebird Theater at 8:00 PM.

In Denver theater tickets news, August Osage County tickets Denver to the Ellie Caulkins Opera House are on sale for a limited time while Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat tickets are bringing musical fans to the Newman Center at DU.

In Denver sports tickets news Colorado Rockies tickets are the hot item of the moment and don't forget NFL preseason tickets – Denver Broncos tickets are cheap right now! Want to be astounded? Check out MMA Mixed Martial Arts tickets to Magness Arena on August 28! So enjoy the advantages of Denver's coordinates when you take your Denver concert tickets, Denver theater tickets and Denver sports tickets to some of the best Denver events this August- the happy medium for all!

Denver Weekend Suggestions for July 3 - 5, 2009

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Now that Denver is entering the hottest month of the year, most residents are seeking cover. Let's face it, at this point, Denver feels like the mouth of a fire breathing dragon, but with an itinerary this cool you won't care about the temperature. So crank up the AC and scroll through this list of scorching Denver concert tickets, Denver theater tickets and Denver sports tickets and get ready to face the heat this July!

You'll swear you were basking in the cool greenery of Ireland on July 1 and 2 when you take your Celtic Woman tickets on over to the Red Rocks Amphitheatre. And don't forget about the cool stylings of Wilco who will be playing at the Red Rocks Amphitheatre on July 3 at 8:00 PM. You may be seeing red as the temp rises but there'll be nothin' but azure skies when you take your Blues Traveler tickets featuring Lewis Black and Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears to the Red Rocks Amphitheatre on July 4th at 6:00 PM.

Looking for a more traditional way to celebrate Independence Day? Head on over to Four Mile Historic Park for the Old Fashioned Fourth of July event starting at 10:00 AM. Incorporate a little history into your festivities when you witness a Civil War Encampment and a Native American Encampment while taking horse-drawn wagon rides to ice cream shops and museum tours. On the other hand, you can head on over to Cherry Creek in Northern Denver for the Cherry Creek Arts Festival from July 3 to July 5. Browse through top notch artwork while meandering through performing arts stages and munching on a fine selection of food from around Denver!

You may have warmed your innards during Denver's St. Patrick's Day festivities back in March so why not cool down with a nice Celtic brew when you head on over to Clement Park for the Colorado Irish Festival from July 10 to 12. This action-packed festival includes Irish sports, food, dance and live performances by Gaelic Storm, Leahy and much more! Take a break from the festivities to usher your Bon Iver tickets on over to the Odgen Theatre for their 9:00 PM Denver concert on July 11. Add a little bluegrass to your burning lawn when you take your Hot Buttered Rum tickets on over to the Boulder Theater for their 6:00 PM performance on July 12.

Get ready for another world class performance when you take your Il Divo tickets on over to the Wells Fargo Theatre on July 13 at 7:30 PM. Bust out your thick framed glasses and converses for the Death Cab for Cutie concert at the Red Rocks Amphitheatre on July 14 at 7:00 PM. And if you can take another wardrobe change, land yourself some Keith Urban tickets and take your blue jeans on over to the Pepsi Center for his 7:30 PM show on July 15. Or, if you really want to rock out, grab yourself some 3 Doors Down tickets to the Fillmore Auditorium on July 16 at 7:00 PM.

Witness the wonder of Disney stars when you take your Demi Lovato tickets to the Wells Fargo Theatre for her 7:00 PM performance on July 20. Don't stop believin' in Journey when you see Journey live over at the Red Rocks Amphitheatre on July 21 at 7:30 PM- with a new singer in tow, these guys are getting some great reviews! Later on in the week, experience the best of hot and cold when you head on over to Sloan's Lake Park for the Colorado Dragon Boat Festival from July 25-26. This free event brings over 100,000 people together for the best in Asian Pacific American food, art, live performances and boat races – so don't miss this event! On the other hand, you can save your energy for the end of the month when you take your Phish Red Rocks tickets to Morrison for their four day festival from July 30 to August 2 – Phish Phans unite!

In the Denver theater tickets realm, all excitement points toward the end of the month when August Osage County tickets hit up the Ellie Caulkins Opera House and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang tickets hit up Temple Buell. In Denver sports tickets news all the attention is on baseball tickets. So grab yourself some Colorado Rockies tickets because before you know it, the season will be over! There's no need to don double digit sun block and heat proof space wear because with Denver concert tickets, Denver theater tickets and Denver sports tickets, it's nothing but cool runnings this month!

Denver Weekend Suggestions for May 8 - 10, 2009

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One of June's birthstones is the Alexandrite, a mineral that dramatically changes color when viewed under different light sources. Denver, like this rare stone, exhibits unique beauty in the summer sun. So take advantage of the many facets and colors of Denver when you buy cheap Denver concert tickets, Denver theater tickets and Denver sports tickets this June.

Sick of the florescent light boring holes into your brain during the work week? Give your eyes a rest when you experience the dim luminance of the Ellie Caulkins Opera House with your George Lopez tickets on June 5 at 8:00 PM. Looking for something low key? Sway to the sounds of unadulterated blues when you take your Etta James tickets on over to the Boulder Theater on June 6 at 8:00 PM. If you'd like to taste the colors of Denver, head on over to the Cherry Creek Fresh Market presented by Colorado Fresh Markets on University Boulevard on June 6. Considered the "Cadillac of farmers markets," you can snag fresh produce, meats, artisan cheeses, wines and talk to local chefs! Later, stroll on over to Larimer Square for the La Piazza Italian Chalk Art event from June 6 to 7 starting at 10:00 AM. This ain't your typical sidewalk chalk. Watch as Larimer Square is transformed into a 2D museum while enjoying Italian grub, beer and a wine tasting tent!

If you feel the glint in your eye growing, you'll really shine when you grab some Joe Cocker tickets to the Denver Botanic Gardens on June 9 at 7:00 PM, and your Strung Out tickets to Ogden Theatre on June 10 at 8:00 PM. If you were looking for a little classic country, take your Loretta Lynn tickets over to Paramount Theatre at 8:00 PM instead. Hopefully the weather holds up this Sunday for your stroll through the City Park Jazz Event on June 12 starting at 6:00 PM. Experience the sounds of Buckner Funker Jazz al fresco and free of charge!

Like the Alexandrite, Denver can be quite mystical and mysterious too! Just ask Yanni, who will grant you access to his 7:00 PM concert at the Pepsi Center on June 16 with some Yanni Voices tickets. However, if you're looking for something with a little kick, Mustard Plug tickets to the Ska Invades Suburbia show at Cervantes on June 20 starting at 11:00 AM are your best bet. Don't skank it up too much though because you'll need the energy for the Eric Clapton concert at the Pepsi Center on June 21 at 8:00 PM with Steve Winwood. On the other hand, you can check out some great flamenco when you take your Gipsy Kings tickets on over to Paramount Theatre for his 8:00 PM show. Take a break from the concert-fest when you head on over to the Assumption Greek Orthodox Cathedral for the Greek Festival from June 19 to 21. Get a healthy dose of Baklava, souvlaki, Greek dancing, music and a whole lot more!

Need a way to shake off the calories from yesterday's gyro eating contest? Dance it up at the Denver Botanic Gardens with some The B-52s tickets on June 22 at 7:00 PM. Don't forget to take your Jonas Brothers tickets to the Pepsi Center on June 27 at 7:00 PM and your David Cook tickets to the Ogden Theatre on 8:00 PM.

In the Denver theater tickets realm this month, Dora the Explorer Live! tickets to Temple Buell are selling out quickly while A Bronx Tale tickets bring the big screen to the stage at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House. Rent tickets are a thing of the past on Broadway but the play is alive and well at Temple Buell this month. In the Denver sports tickets arena this month all eyes are on the Colorado Rockies, so find cheap Colorado Rockies tickets right here! There's no reason to throw on your rose colored glasses this month, because with Denver sports tickets, Denver theater tickets and Denver concert tickets this good, it's like the glimmer of a rare gem!

Denver Weekend Suggestions for April 17 - 19, 2009

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Finding great events can be like an Easter egg hunt, sometimes the most obvious hiding place may not yield the prize. In effect, we haven't left a rock unturned this April when searching for the best events Denver has to offer- these Denver concerts, Denver theater events and Denver sports events are worth thier weight in golden eggs!

You may be over hopping bunnies and treat-filled baskets at this point in life, but you’ll swear you got a visit from an oversized hare when you take your Fall Out Boy tickets to the Fillmore Auditorium for their 6:30 PM show on April 14 with 50 cent. Get your laugh on later on in the week when you take your Mike Epps tickets to the Paramount Theater for his 8:00 PM standup comedy show on April 18.

You can skip the typical holiday fair and opt for something new when you check out a self-proclaimed "flower punk" band with some The Black Lips tickets to the Bluebird Theater on April 21 at 8:00 PM. Thier live shows are said to be a wild ride; fireworks, toy car races, flaming guitars and all sorts of acts have previously gotten them kicked out of clubs around the US- so prepare for a full-on fiasco! Don’t forget to put some energy on reserve for the 8:00 PM Franz Ferdinand concert on April 22 at the Ogden Theatre and hear tracks off their new album live! If you’d rather participate in something constructive today, head on over to the Denver Botanic Gardens for the Earth Day special featuring free admission!

Trade your bunny ears for some horn signs when you take your Chris Cornell tickets on over to the Ogden Theater for his 8:00 PM show on April 24. Cornell is causing quite a stir with his recent change in style, as his new album "Scream" explores his love of R & B. Navigate Downtown Denver in honor of Earth Day when you participate in The Denver Earth Day Hunt 2009 presented by The Denver Hunt on April 25. Sign up for a chance to win great prizes and learn about 10 ways you can preserve our planet!

Get ready for a Denver concert marathon during the last week of April- start your Monday off on the right foot when you take your Neil Young tickets to the Magness Arena for his 7:00 PM show on April 27. Get ready for rock-foolery on April 29 when you take your Spinal Tap tickets on over to the Paramount Theatre for their 8:00 PM show. This is real folks, and to celebrate their 25th anniversary, Nigel Tufnel, David St. Hubbins and Derek Smalls are hitting the road! If you’d rather see some real live rock, land yourself some Korn tickets and head on over to the Fillmore Auditorium for their 8:00 PM performance.

In the Denver theater realm this month, Radio Golf tickets to the Space Theater are a big hit as this Yale-born play takes the stage and Carmen tickets are uniting opera lovers at the University of Denver’s Newman Center. Once the kids are bored of bunnies, land yourself some Cirque Eloize – Nebbia tickets and head on over to Temple Buell for a breathtaking spin on cirque nouveau.

In the Denver sports arena this month, NBA playoffs tickets are in high demand as Denver Nuggets tickets go on sale, and baseball season is in full swing so grab your Colorado Rockies tickets while you still can! So you may be disillusioned by holiday fables and mythical creatures, but the Denver concert tickets, Denver theatre tickets and Denver sports tickets available this month will have your spirit hoppin’ in no time!

Denver Weekend Suggestions for March 6 - 8, 2009

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Nothing screams hardcore like a good roller derby match- the bumping, the pushing and the bruises. And you have to be just as brutal in order to get the best tickets in Denver. So this month you'll lace up your skates and strap on your helmets because we're fighting to see the most desirable shows in Denver this March!

In order to overcome your opponent you have to start out strong, so grab yourself some Jimmy Eat World tickets to the Ogden Theatre on March 2 at 8:00 PM. Grouped with the privileged few who have the right to call themselves genuine emo, Jimmy Eat World has joined the ranks of top notch acts like the Get Up Kids and Texas is the Reason, so go see ‘em live! Gather the fuel you need to be ferocious on March 3 when you take your Slipknot tickets on over to the Denver Coliseum at 7:00 PM. Hitting the stage with Coheed & Cambria, these "sic" dudes will have you screaming "psychosocial!"

If you fall into the 21 + category, find your inner warrior over at Jackson's All American Sports Grill during the $10 All You Can Drink Fridays event starting at 9:00 PM. With no cover, no line and an all you can drink special, you'll have enough time to let off steam- at a bargain! Channel your inner 80's teenager when you grab yourself some Heart tickets and head on over to the Paramount Theatre for their 8:00 PM show on March 7. Known for hits like "These Dreams," Heart was an idol for teenage girls with teased hair throughout the new wave era- and they're still going strong! On the other hand, you can test your resistance to bruising over at the Bladium Sports Club when you watch the Sugar Kill Gang vs. Salt Lake City's Brawlers during the Roller Derby event starting at 6:30 PM.

If you're lacking a little country in your life, Bonnie Raitt tickets to her 8:00 PM show at the Meyerson Symphony Center on March 9 can fix that. And while you're in the country spirit, don't forget to stimulate your southern gastronomics at the 4th Annual Celebrity Chili Cook-off on March 13 at 6:00 PM. Your local celebrities will simmer their secret ingredients for a chance to win a gold, silver and bronze crockpot at the Denver Press Club. Save up your appetite for the festivities on March 14 when you take your vert gear on over to Blake Street for the Denver St. Patrick's Day parade starting at 10:00 AM.

Don't exhaust your marching feet because you're dancing to the beat of a different drum during the 35th Annual Denver March Powwow at the Denver Coliseum on March 20 at 11:00 AM. With events ranging from the spectacular grand entry to storytelling and drum contests you'll be entirely enchanted! Once the awe has died down, up your aggression in the rink when you take your Disturbed tickets on over to the Fillmore Auditorium for their 7:00 PM show with Killswitch Engage on March 25.

You'll have to remove your helmet and put on your thinking cap for the choices you'll have to make on March 28- if you want clean comedy, grab yourself some Bill Cosby tickets and hit up Temple Buell at 5:00 PM, if you're looking for a no holds-barred performance land some Lisa Lampanelli tickets and head on over to the Paramount Theatre for her 8:00 PM show.

In the theater realm this month, a A Midsummer Night's Dream puts comedy in star-crossed love over at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House while Phantom of the Opera tickets are bringing the music of the night to Temple Buell. In the sports arena this month, Denver Nuggets tickets and Colorado Avalanche tickets are hot items- so rally on over to the checkout line! Whether you're a timid kitten in the ring or a roaring lion, these Denver Events won't wait for you, so be aggressive and grab yourself some Denver concert tickets, Denver theater tickets and Denver sports tickets this march!

Denver Weekend Suggestions for February 6 - 8, 2009

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Winter can be stressful, especially in the bitter climes of Denver, and with one of the highest elevations in the country that thin air can make decision making a bit hazy. So let us do the work for you -while you’re brimming like a shaken soda bottle, we’ll decompress your free time with some fantastic events this February.

The carbon dioxide levels in your brain may be rising to a lethal level when you feel that Monday pressure, but you can let loose with your Scott Weiland tickets to the Gothic Theatre in Englewood on February 2nd at 8:00 PM. This Stone Temple Pilots frontman has been gaining notoriety since the November release of "Happy in Galoshes"- so go check out his new stuff live! You can blow off some serious bubbles later on in the week when you head on over to Morton’s Steakhouse for their Absinthe Tasting Event starting at 6:00 PM on February 5th. Your work week stresses will melt away when you chase the green fairy while sampling some delicate hors d’oeuvres- Degas and Hemingway never had it this good! If you’d rather spin that disquietude into a positive thing, dress up in your deadliest duds and head out to the 4th Annual Rocky Mountain Singles Summit at Highlands Masonic Temple Center on February 7 at 5:00 PM. With speed dating cycles, a lock & key party, great giveaways and two free drinks with admission- you won’t have to worry about flying solo next week!

You’ll want to pop bottles after you’ve taken your Hinder tickets to the Ogden Theatre on February 8 at 8:00 PM. After the release of their hit single "Lips of an Angel," Hinder has gained street cred from the likes of Motley Crue and Papa Roach- so celebrate the fame right along with them! If your mid-February fever is unrequited, land yourself some Yes tickets and see "Owner of a Lonely Heart" performed live at the Paramount theatre on February 12 at 8:00 PM. If you’d like to relish in all of Cupid's splendor, take your significant other on over to the Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center for the Mix 100 Valentines Ball (warning- link contains audio) at 7:00 PM. With a gourmet buffet, dessert bar and free champagne toast you’ll feel like a chocolate covered cherry in no time!

Speaking of the sweet stuff, you’ll love the sugary goodness of Chris Botti over at the Vilar Center for the Arts on February 15 at 8:00 PM. Later on in the week, shake off that Denver chill when you head on over to the Northglenn Ramada Plaza and Convention Center for the Mid-Winter Bluegrass Festival starting at 10:00 PM on February 21. With nearly 20 bluegrass groups tearing up the stage, you’ll have a perfect reason to break in those new winter boots!

And if you really want to test the constitution of your footgear, stride your New Balances on over to Republic Plaza for the 4th Annual Anthem Run the Republic on February 22 at 2:00 PM. Participants will climb 56 floors to benefit the American Lung Association of Colorado- so go support the effort! If lugging your soles a whopping 1,098 steps seems quite overwhelming, render yourself speechless with some Celine Dion tickets to her 8:00 PM concert at the Pepsi Center on February 24th at 8:00 PM. If you’d really like to be dumbfounded, land yourself some Rascal Flatts tickets and mosey on over to the Pepsi Center on February 28th at 8:00 PM instead.

In the theater realm this month, Defending the Caveman supports both Venus AND Mars over at the Denver Civic Center while Phantom of the Opera shrouds the Temple Buell in mystery. In the sports arena this month, Monster Jam Trucks make metal scraps over at the Pepsi Center on February 7th and Smuckers Stars on Ice take center stage on February 12th. Don’t forget to snatch up your Denver Nuggets tickets because before you know it, the playoffs will be in full effect! So reduce the carbonation in your life; unwind with some top shelf Denver concert tickets, Denver sports tickets and Denver theater tickets this February!

Denver Weekend Suggestions for February 6 - 8, 2009

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Denver Weekend Suggestions for December 26 - 28, 2008

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Let's face it, Denver is entering the coldest month of the year and if you have any excuse to be melancholy, this is it. Fortunately, we're here to drag you out of your seasonal affective slump and out to a bunch of smile-inducing events in the 303 this January.

For a sure pick-me-up, songs like Louis Armstrong's "What a Wonderful World" and "Walking on Sunshine" from Katrina and the Waves do the trick. But it's 3 Dog Night's "Joy to the World" that seems to have the most convivial effect, so do yourself a favor and grab yourself some 3 Dog Night tickets and lug your boots on over to the Vilar Center for the Arts in Avon at 7:30 on January 2nd. Sure you're driving nearly two hours out of Denver, but for the pursuit of happiness, it's worth the journey. Expect to deepen the creases of your face (at least temporarily) on Saturday morning over at Mercury Café during Laughter Yoga 9:15 AM. Although you may not have mastered the Bhujapidasana you can sit comfortably on your yoga mat and chuckle your endorphins into full-release mode.

The bustle of daily life may be a downer so during the second week of January you can turn up the volume without the rush when you mellow out to these artists. So first, score yourself some The Fray tickets to their 8:00 PM show at the Gothic Theatre in Englewood on January 6th – this Billboard award winning band put piano rock in the spotlight and their tunes will instantly relax you. There's nothing easier than R & B so next on your list of must-see shows is John Legend bringing his angelic tunes to the Paramount Theatre on January 8th at 8:00 PM. Known for his intimate performances, Legend has collaborated with the best so if Alicia Keys and Lauryn Hill think he's fly, you probably will too!

Sports fans will rejoice on January 13th when they head on over to the Colorado Convention Center to see Charles Barkley speak. As part of the Insight Speaker series, Barkley will give you an inside look at his experiences in professional basketball. You'll be surprised at how therapeutic rocking out can be when you take your The Killers tickets on over to the Magness Arena for their 8:00 PM show on January 17th. Or you can pick the sure fire way to happiness when you laugh it up with Ron White over at Pikes Peak in Colorado Springs during his 7:00 PM show. This blue collar comic dishes out backyard comedy with style- a glass of scotch and cigar as a constant fixture, White will have you bursting at the seams between the sips.

It's amazing how a touch of the dog that bit you can do wonders for the mood- so catch up on the anguish of country music when you land yourself some LeAnn Rimes tickets and mosey on over to the Vilar Center for the Arts on January 21st at 7:30 PM. Since her release of "How Do I Live" in 1997, LeAnn has become a household name, and now that she's all grown up Mrs. Rimes is making a huge comeback! If you have little ones running around you probably know how tough it is to deal with a cranky child, so why not cheer them up with a visit to the Denver Merchandise Mart for the Denver Kids Expo between January 24th and 25th? With a ton of interactive activities like an indoor train, sand art and face painting, you'll keep the kids occupied for hours!

It's back to work on Monday, January 26th and if miserable Mondays are bringing you down, head on over to the Old Curtis Street Bar for the Blue Mondays event. Resident DJ Maia will throw on some Brit pop, post punk, space rock and industrial music to energize those lazy bones- check out the tasty drink specials too! If you would rather chill out after a long day's work, head on over to the Bluebird Theater with your Sound Tribe Sector 9 tickets to their 9:00 PM show. While on the subject of jam bands, you might want to land yourself some Moe tickets before their 6:00 PM show at the Fillmore Auditorium on January 30th sells out.

In the theater realm this January the Jersey Boys and The Color Purple are finding their run successful over at Temple Buell. In the sports arena this January, the Denver Nuggets are bouncing toward the playoffs while the Denver Broncos are pulling through the season over at Invesco Field. So put on a happy face because Denver will squeeze the smiles out of you as you attend some of the best events available this January!

Denver Weekend Suggestions for December 5 - 7, 2008

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There's no doubt that you're feeling the effects of a Denver winter, and the season has just begun! So pile on the fleece and throw on your boots because you're breaking away from the comfort of your cozy abode to get up and out in The Mile-High City this December!

The first step to breaking away from the addiction of indoor heating is to get out of those pajamas, so on December 2nd, throw a hoodie over your favorite band T-shirt and head on over to the Fillmore Auditorium with your Staind tickets at 6:30 PM. Tearing up the stage alongside Papa Roach and Seether, this hardcore concert is sure to get your blood circulating! Speaking of hardcore, you won't believe your burning eardrums when Trans-Siberian Orchestra rolls into the Pepsi Center on December 3rd at 7:30 PM. This rock orchestra combines classical music and holiday score with electric guitars and heavy metal bellows, so get ready to headbang to the holidays!

While in the spirit of rock, take your wrist cuffs and cabbie hats on over to Ogden Theatre with your Fall Out Boy tickets for their 7:30 PM show on December 6th. On the heels of their mid-December release of their fifth studio album "Folie a Deux," (literally translated to madness shared by two) , Fall Out Boy will throw in a few new crazy tracks live! Accessorize your parkas with gloves, galoshes and grandma scarves because you'll need to bundle up for the 9 News Parade of Lights kicking off at Civic Center Park at 6:00 PM on December 6th.

If last week's parade aroused a pinch of holiday cheer, you'll see green when you land yourself some Celtic Thunder tickets and speed on over to the Wells Fargo Theatre for their 8:00 PM show on December 12th. Another class act sprung from Simon Cowell's vision, Celtic Thunder is a 5 man group featuring traditional Irish songs and adult contemporary music. If you were looking for something a bit heavier, jam out with Melody Maker Newspaper's "Most Rock ‘n' Roll Rock ‘n' Roll Band in the World," The Black Crowes, over at the Fillmore Auditorium on December 13th. On the other hand, if you have yet to finish your holiday shopping, take your wallet on over to 6th Street in Georgetown for the Georgetown Christmas Market. You'll forget the fact that it's below freezing when you sample roasted chestnuts, listen to Victorian carolers, ride horse drawn buggies and shop your socks off!

On December 17th, you can take off your down coats and warm up to the sound of Neil Diamond's voice over at the Pepsi Center at 7:00 PM. Diamond once said, "I'm not there to entertain people, we're there to do something together," and according to critics, Diamond's shows are about as intimate as they come. If you're looking to chuckle a little bit before the holiday rush, land yourself some Cheech & Chong tickets and fan your way on over to the Paramount Theatre for their 7:00 PM show. In their first round of tour dates since the 80's, Cheech and Chong prove that you're never too old for some hippie humor.

If you'd like to be fired up for your Christmas Eve festivities, take a break and head on over to Commons Park for Basic Training- The Ultimate Outdoor Workout. While others are upping their LDL levels to dangerous heights you'll gather some energy with a boot camp style workout! If you'd rather laugh off the extra holiday pounds, wait until December 26th to gather your giggles over at Wells Fargo Theatre during the Jeff Dunham show. Who would've thought that puppets could be so hilarious? Dunham, an accomplished ventriloquist, received the number one position in Comedy Central's Stand-Up Showdown and maintains a cult following for his felted standup. If you can stand the chill, park your lawn chairs over at 16th Street mall for the New Years Eve Fireworks Downtown event starting at 6:00 PM. Fight the frost as you experience the sparkle above, and don't forget to check out the great selection of restaurants and shops in the area!

In the theater realm this month, Jersey Boys are resurrecting the nostalgia of the 60's over at Temple Buell while The Nutcracker promises sugar plum fairies over at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House. In the sports arena this month, the Denver Nuggets bounce ahead with Billups and Iverson over at the Pepsi Center while the Denver Broncos run over the Kansas City Cheifs and the Buffalo Bills at Invesco Field. So defrost your extremities and warm up the car because you're braving the cold to find the hottest events this December in Denver!

Denver Weekend Suggestions for November 7 - 9, 2008

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It's that time again, November is election month and although the voting booth blues may get you down, we've got a proactive itinerary sure the ease those administrative stresses in Denver.

Before the election, why not get yourself into the patriotic spirit with some good ole' country music when you grab yourself some Vince Gill tickets and head on over to Temple Buell on the second at 7:30 PM. Then, get all your frustration out on the eve of the election when you take your Beastie Boys tickets over to The Fillmore for Rock The Vote on November 3 rd at 8:00 PM. You'll rock to "Body Movin' " and cackle to Jack Black as he takes the stage with Tenacious D in this all out rally. Once you've flipped the switch on November 4th, grab your Metallica tickets and blow off some steam over at the Pepsi Center at 7:00 PM. If you'd rather relax tonight, head on over to the Santa Fe Arts District at 5:30 PM for the First Friday Art Festival featuring over thirty galleries and bar specials.

Transition into the season of giving when you head on over to Bonacquisti Wine Company for the 3rd Annual Weim and Cheese Fundraiser starting at 6:00 PM on November 8 th. Wine, cheese and hors d'oeuvres will be served as a live auction benefits the Mile High Weimaraner Rescue Club. On the other hand, you can head on over to Ralston Valley High School for the Salute to Veterans event starting at 7:00 PM. The 101st Amy Band will bring out your inner flag-waver as they play some patriotic tunes. Don't forget to catchMadonna on the last leg of her Sticky & Sweet Tour at the Pepsi Center on November 11th at 8:00 PM. If you were looking for something a little tougher, put up your fists and take your Rise Against tickets over to the Fillmore Auditorium at 7:00 PM.

If all this political jargon has got you in a stupor, gather some happy fog over at the Australian Pink Floyd Show at the Paramount Theatre at 8:00 PM on the 18th. Formed in 1988, the Australian Pink Floyd Show is considered one of the best tribute shows to date; some fans even insist that APFS is better than the real thing! If last night's production didn't put you into a concert coma, grab yourself some Celine Dion tickets and witness another extravagant production over at the Pepsi Center at 8:00 PM. On the 20th, put your Guitar Hero skills to the test over at Tavern on 26th Avenue during their weekly Guitar Hero competitions starting at 8:00 PM. If you'd rather leave the riffs to the masters, check outColdplay as they start revolutions over at the Pepsi Center on the 21 st at 7:30 PM.

On the 24th, you'll be one of the few privileged ones to know Denver's best kept secret- Freak Train. Although you won't be viewing the bones of John Merrick you will witness something just as freaky. Amateur and professional performers are given five minutes to strut their stuff; so head on over to Bug Theatre and witness the catastrophe for yourself! On the 25th, hop on the "Highway to Hell" with your AC/DC tickets and cruise on over to the Pepsi Center for their 7:30 PM show. As an added bonus, you'll get to hear your favorite tracks off their recently released album "Black Ice"!

If your body is dragging from all that Thanksgiving turkey, get spiritually uplifted when you head on over to the Ogden Theatre with yourMatisyahu tickets for his 9:00 PM show. Called the "Hasidic Hot Stepper," Matisyahu has gained a cult following for his authentic patois and unique message. On the other hand, you can impart some taste on your little ones when you grab some Michael Franti's Kids Harvest Blast tickets and tote them on over to the Fillmore Auditorium for his 12:00 PM matinee.

In the theater realm, Madame Butterfly is spreading tears throughout the Ellie Caulkins Opera House whileMenopause the Musical with bring laughs (between the hot flashes). Towards the end of the month A Christmas Carol tickets will warm your heart while The Nutcracker promises a white Christmas this year.

In the sports arena this month, Nuggets tickets are as precious as pure gold while theBroncos prove that Jay Culter's arm is truly gilded. In Hockey this month, theColorado Avalanche are causing all sorts of white outs in the Pepsi Center while the Denver Pioneers trample the Magness Arena. So once the tallys are in, sit back and relax because your itinerary promises smooth sailing in November.

Denver Weekend Suggestions for October 10 - 12, 2008

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Who cares if the mercury in your thermometer is steadily dropping? Its festival season in Denver and this October is especially exciting!

Speaking of festivals, ease your way into the fiesta spirit from October 2nd -5th when you take an open mind to the American Mountaineering Center's Foss Auditorium for the Colorado Environmental Film Festival. Presented by the Colorado Alliance for Environmental Education, the CEFF will showcase films on oil impacts and garbage pollution while presenting digestible cinema in the children's film room. After your eye opening experience, land yourself some Gabriel Iglesias tickets and head on over to the Paramount Theatre for his 7:00 PM show on October 4 th. This self proclaimed "fluffy" man, will have you in tears as he brings his larger than life personality to the stage.

Anticipate piles of laughter during the second week of October when you score some Jim Gaffigan tickets and hit up the Temple Buell at 10:30 PM on the 10 th. Known for his role as Larry Johnson in "Super Trooper's," Gaffigan has created a cult following with his deadpan humor and high pitched "internal monologue." On the 12th you'll be "byrning" down the house when you grab some David Byrne tickets and head on over to Temple Buell at 8:00 PM.

From October 12th-18th, you'll stuff your face on Havana Street from 6 th Ave to Dartmouth during the International Restaurant Week event. With special menus and a mere fifty dollar fare per couple, you'll have tons of time and money to spend experiencing Denver's unique culinary delights! For the full list of participating restaurants and menus clickhere. On the 13th, let Tegan & Sara serenade you with some high quality indie rock; according to Pitchfork Magazine, "you get the feeling that, for much of their young, female audience anyway, they can serve as a beacon."

While you're on that indie kick, grab yourself some Kings of Leon tickets on the 23 rd and bring your Converses over to the Fillmore Auditorium at 7:00 PM. These mop top garage rockers have received rave reviews with their new album "Only by Night" ; Rolling Stone comments, "when the Kings find a gussied-up groove with teeth?they sound like rock heroes experiencing the joy of well-manicured sound." If you're starting to get in the Halloween spirit, paint your running shoes orange and sprint on over to Washington Park for the Scream Scram event starting at 6:00 PM. Throw on your most streamlined costume and participate in this 5k walk/run for the chance to win neat prizes and raise money for Sean's Hope and theNational Multiple Sclerosis Society.

If that run left your muscles kinked, smooth 'em out to the sounds of Maxwell drenching the Paramount Theatre with his easy R & B at 8:00 PM on the 25th. On the 27 th, find "the remedy" with some Jason Mraz tickets for his 7:00 PM show at the Fillmore Auditorium. While you're swaying to Mraz's sweet beats, don't forget that Halloween is right around the corner. So put on a brave face and drag your friends on over to the Asylum Haunted House (warning- sound effects and graphic content) in Northglenn for a bone chilling experience. One reviewer had this to say about last year's Asylum- "From the well spoken, though clearly mad gentleman who invites us in; to the almost kind, singsong harrying warnings of the last performer we see, these folks have their game on."

In the sports realm this month, preseason games for the Colorado Avalanche and the Denver Nuggets kick off during the first half of October. The Denver Broncos, plowing through the competition this year, will be playing against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, The Jacksonville Jaguars and The New England Patriots.

In the world of theater, farce takes full force during Noises Off at the Stage Theatre and comedy turns campy as The Drowsy Chaperone showcases at the Temple Buell. On the more serious side of the stage, Glengarry Glen Ross shows the ugly side of real estate, befitting in such a declining economy, and grace upholds at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House during Swan Lake. So throw on your party gear and ignore the chill because Denver promises festive events all month during October!

Denver Weekend Suggestions for August 8 - 10, 2008

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Life is a musical when you spend the weekend in Denver; so practice your chords and can-cans because we're composing a Tony Award winning score as we visit the best events that the Mile High City has to offer, and you'll be a part of the crew!

The key to conveying an award winning score is to have the best performers available to you. So gather your buddies and score yourselves some Ray LaMontagne tickets for his 6:00 PM show at the Boulder Theater on Friday, August 8th. With two albums under his belt and an interesting past, this folk rock artist climbed from shoe factory worker to full time entertainer in a matter of a few years. On the other hand, you can brush up on your dancing skills over at the Denver Turnverein during the Lindy on the Rocks 2008 event starting at 9:00 PM. For a mere 12 bucks you'll get to swing alongside some of the most seasoned dancers to classic tunes spun by national DJs! The afterhours party is at the Ramada Midtown and includes a buffet until 4:00 AM- click here for the full schedule.

Take notes on Saturday, August 9th because we're headed over the Central City Opera House for one of the most well known plays ever produced- West Side Story at 2:30 PM. You can't mess up a classic as West Side Story turn's Shakespeare's classic Romeo and Juliet, on its head in this upbeat Manhattan makeover. Afterwards, gather a little bit of working energy when you take your Colorado Rockies tickets over to Coors Field for their 6:05 PM western conference game against the San Diego Padres. On the other hand, you can catch wind of some blues when you take your George Thorogood & The Destroyers tickets over to the Red Rock Amphitheatre for their 7:30 PM concert. Known for their rigorous tour schedule, these rock and rollers will have you out of your seats as they seduce you with surprising energy.

Take a rest from your research on Sunday, August 10th, when you take your drinkers gut on over to Bar Standard for the no cover Sunday Funday starting at 2:00PM. With two patios featuring house and breaks/electro and three dollar well drink special you'll surely let loose at this must see event. Later, witness the queen of country take her award winning voice over to the Wells Fargo Theater at 8:00 PM. If you haven't guessed the artist yet then you must be living in a cave; with Dolly Parton's legendary twang on stage, you'll swear you were in Tennessee. So grab a few notebooks and perk your ears up to all the events Denver has to offer because in order to win an award, you're going to have to do a little work!

Denver Weekend Suggestions for July 25 - 27, 2008

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Is that stifling Colorado heat getting you down? Wish that you lived near the shore? Well don't worry, Denver's got you covered with a healthy heap of events so hot, they'll cool your nerves down this weekend!

Grab a few cold ones after work on Friday, July 25th, because you'll need to relax before taking your The Hush Sound tickets over to Bluebird Theater at 8:00 PM. These fairly new indie rockers composed their first album in 2005 and played alongside the likes of Fall Out Boy. Tonight they're headlining their own tour with The Cab and The Morning Light and promoting their recently released album "Goodbye Blues." On the other hand, you can get yourself into insomniac mode when you hit up Comedy Works to see Dave Attell at 10:00 PM. Known for his odes to Jagermeister and the compromising situations it causes, Attell will melt away your hot headed demeanor with his cool attitude.

If the state of the union makes you crave some anarchy from time to time, we've got you covered on Saturday, July 26th. Throw on your ripped up band tee and spike your hair because you're taking your Rancid tickets and knocking down the doors of the Fillmore Auditorium at 7:30 PM. As the godfathers of the punk resurgence, Rancid is still going strong and on the heels of a yet to be released album. Who knows? They may surprise you with some new tracks! Later, bring the chaos over to The Church for La Pechada de la Catedral. We aren't atoning tonight kiddies, all ladies get in free before ten, and the spiciest salsa hits will be playing all night long. Be careful with those toes though, you'll need them for tomorrow's festivities!

Fill up your tank on Sunday, July 27th, because you're taking a little drive outside of the Mile High City. Speed on over to Englewood's Fiddlers Green Amphitheatre for Crue Fest starting at 4:30 PM. Featuring the legendary fathers of glam rock, Motley Crue, along with Buckcherry and Papa Roach who needs a to relax on a Sunday? On the other hand, you can sip mimosas until 7:30 PM when you take your John Mellencamp and Lucinda Williams tickets over to the Red Rocks Amphitheater in Morrison. Conversely, you can rest your stems over in Commerce City at Dick's Sporting Goods Park at 7:30 PM for the Colorado Rapids vs. Columbus Crew game. So let off some steam this weekend, Denver is offering a ton of cool events that will surely give you the shivers!

Denver Weekend Suggestions for July 11 - 13, 2008

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If you're in looking for events in the ballpark of amazing, exciting and downright awesome, Denver is pulling out all the stops and giving you a no holds barred weekend of pure fun!

Kick off Friday, July 11th, with a heavy dose of pop punk over at the Fillmore Auditorium at 6:00 PM. Good Charlotte will be headlining with Boys Like Girls and they're sure to get you out of your seats to perform a "Dance Floor Anthem." Speaking of dance floor anthems, if you're fit enough to really move, head on over to the Fox Theatre for Girl Talk with Team Awesome starting at 8:30 PM. Known for his unique ability to perfectly mash up top forty hits with nostalgic classics, Gregg Gills of Girl Talk will burn holes in those expensive boots as you rush the stage to dance next to the man himself. On the other hand, you can head over to Hi-Dive. at 9:00 PM and have yourself a laugh during the DKBC Comedy Night Benefit. The Denver Kickball Coalition caters to the kid inside you by releasing a herd of drunken twenty somethings into Veteran's Park every Sunday, so get on over there and support the debauchery!

You'll feel like you were walking through the ancient streets of Rome on Saturday, July 12th, when you stroll on over to Denver's Historic Ballpark Neighborhood for The Ball Park Market. Starting at 8:00 AM, you'll roam through open-air, European style stalls featuring vintage treasures and antique finds along with retro apparel and homemade goodies. When you're done stowing away your cache of high-class merchandise, lasso your pals and head on over to the Vilar Center for the Arts in Avon with your Clint Black tickets.

Take advantage of that hot Denver weather by watching others take the heat on Sunday, July 13th. At Dick's Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City the ladies of US National Team will kickoff against Brazil at 2:00 PM in their last game before the 2008 Olympics! Later, you can saddle up at Denver Botanic Gardens with some Cowboy Junkies tickets at 7:00 PM. Although you won't be watching a promenade of stallions, you will cozy up with some Canadians who know how to buck out some good old fashioned country tunes. So clear up your schedules this week because we're pumping out an itinerary good enough for even the straightest of arrows this weekend.

Denver Weekend Suggestions for July 4 - 6, 2008

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Hand the sparklers to the kids because Denver is breaking out the pyrotechnics during Fourth of July weekend and the battery of events available will be explosive!

Speaking of batteries, you'll engage in a flash of excitement when you cruise on over to Bond Park for the Coolest Car Show in Colorado at 10:00 AM on Friday, July 4th. You'll examine over one hundred vintage whips "from the 1920's and beyond" for a mere four bucks! Afterward, rev your engines and take a joy ride to The Hudson Gardens & Event Center for the Flash Cadillac and Fireworks show at 7:00 PM. Featured on Happy Days, American Graffiti and Apocalypse Now, these retro rock n' rollers will have you jiving to the beats of the 50's while the sparkle of fireworks shine above. If you're looking to add a little glitter to your step however, strut on over to the gothic theatre at 9:00 PM to embody the unique percussion of Rusted Root. If you'd rather continue the Fourth of July spirit, sop up some good ole' American rock when you take your harmonica to the Red Rocks Amphitheatre with for the Blues Traveler concert at 5:00 PM instead.

Wake up to the smell of fresh drupes when you take a cab to Cherry Creek's North Business District for the 18th Annual Cherry Creek Art Festival on Saturday, July 5th. Although you won't be staining your fingers with the sugary goodness of fruit, you will savor the sweet taste of culinary delights, performance art eye candy and a feast for the eyes created by local artists. Afterward, you can uphold the patriotic theme of the weekend by hitting up the Central City Opera at 8:00 PM for Susannah. Situated in the epitome of southern American towns in rural Tennessee, an innocent Susannah is persecuted for sin, with disastrous consequences. If, on the other hand, you'd rather save the drama and go for something a little more hardcore, you can opt for some Poison tickets and head over to Greeley Stampede at 8:00 PM instead.

Cap the weekend off at Coors Field on Sunday, July 6th, for the 1:05 PM Colorado Rockies vs. Florida Marlins game. Try to get there early because the first 10,000 fans to enter the stadium will win a whimsical Matt Holliday Bobblehead courtesy of Esurance! Afterward, ease yourself into the work week by relaxing to a little Beethoven at the Colorado Music Festival in Boulder at 7:30 PM. Featuring some of Beethoven's most renowned symphonies, Beethoven Rocks! will fill your ears with professional violinist Jennifer Koh's classical sound. So save the store bought firecrackers for the little ones because Denver is presenting an eruption of great activities sure to make your Fourth of July weekend a blast!

Denver Weekend Suggestions for June 27 - 29, 2008

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If you're looking to spice up your Colorado escape a little bit, look no further. Denver offers a tasty concoction of delicious events fit for a king during the last weekend of June.

Talk about spice! On Friday, June 27th, you'll experience a bit of paprika when you watch the peppery antics of Lisa Lampanelli at the Pikes Peak Center in Colorado Springs. Starting at 8:00 PM, this potty mouth will have you choking with laughter as she slaughters audiences with her play on stereotypes. If you'd rather get a healthy mix of flavors then head on over to Cervantes' Masterpiece Ballroom at 7:00 PM for the 2008 Rocky Mountain Power Jam. Featuring the music of Ivan Neville, Marc Ford and a perfectly seasoned sauce of other artists, this fest is sure to be a scrumptious treat!

If you like your dishes colorful, then indulge yourself in a feast for the eyes at the Translations Gallery when you scan the Urban Mosaics Exhibit. Featuring a jambalaya mix of pop art and expertly placed mosaic tiles, this show will have your mind swimming as you discern the talent of Sandy Schimmel. Afterwards, land yourself some Widespread Panic tickets and head on over to the Red Rocks Amphitheatre at 7:00 PM. If you like a complex blend of zest, then you'll love this huge ensemble of Southern Jam music. These tour circuit superstars know how to keep the crowd on their toes by changing their line up for each concert performed!

Don yourself in licorice colored clothing because on Sunday, June 29th, you'll expose your inner beatnik at the Poetry Slam at the Mercury Café starting at 8:00 PM. For just five dollars you'll get access to some of the best writers Denver has to offer. As an added bonus, all of the Mercury Café's food is organic and bought locally. If you're looking for a little more action, jump back a couple of hours and skip your converse shoes on over to Invesco Field at Mile High for the Vans Warped Tour. Starting at 12:00 PM, you'll see some of your favorite bands, such as Every Time I Die, sprinkle the stage with snappy rock and punk. On the other hand, you can catch the savory taste of Tim McGraw strumming his guitar over at Greenly Stampede at 8:00 PM. So clear your palates during the work week because Denver is packing a punch of flavor during the last weekend of June!