Leisure and Travel Blog https://www.denver.org/blog/all-posts/ Leisure and Travel Blog Thu, 09 May 2024 08:01:23 +0000 Events and Things to Do This Weekend https://www.denver.org/blog/post/denver-events-this-weekend/ https://www.denver.org/blog/post/denver-events-this-weekend/#comments https://www.denver.org/blog/post/denver-events-this-weekend/ Wed, 08 May 2024 09:00:00 -0600

Enjoy The Mile High City this weekend, May 10–12, 2024, this Mother's Day weekend with family-friendly activities, live music, blockbuster museum exhibitions, comedy, outdoor fun and much more. 

]]> The Many Sides of Kalyn Rose Heffernan of Wheelchair Sports Camp https://www.denver.org/blog/post/wheelchair-sports-camp/ https://www.denver.org/blog/post/wheelchair-sports-camp/#comments https://www.denver.org/blog/post/wheelchair-sports-camp/ Tue, 07 May 2024 09:00:00 -0600

This city contains multitudes, to borrow from our old friend Walt Whitman.

And Kalyn Rose Heffernan is an exemplar of that abundance. The front person for the hip-hop band Wheelchair Sports Camp, a one-time mayoral candidate, a playwright, an installation collaborator at Meow Wolf Denver, and an

]]> Leadville Irish Miners’ Memorial Honors Forgotten Immigrants https://www.denver.org/blog/post/irish-miners-memorial/ https://www.denver.org/blog/post/irish-miners-memorial/#comments https://www.denver.org/blog/post/irish-miners-memorial/ Mon, 06 May 2024 11:00:00 -0600

In Colorado's high country sits a relatively new memorial dedicated to the nearly 1,400 immigrants, predominantly Irish, who were buried in unmarked graves.

It honors the hopes and dreams, struggles and sacrifices of those who settled on Leadville's east side, seeking a better life after silver was

]]> Denver’s Favorite Food Halls https://www.denver.org/blog/post/food-halls/ https://www.denver.org/blog/post/food-halls/#comments https://www.denver.org/blog/post/food-halls/ Thu, 02 May 2024 08:00:00 -0600

The last few years opened the culinary gates to a flood of new food halls in The Mile High City, exponentially multiplying our dining opportunities. Parading a multitude of tastes, Denver’s avalanche of food halls, many of which serve as incubators for passionate chefs with small, innovative

]]> A Summer Day Trip from Denver: Whitewater Rafting, Ziplining and Aerial Ropes Course https://www.denver.org/blog/post/colorado-adventure-center-trip/ https://www.denver.org/blog/post/colorado-adventure-center-trip/#comments https://www.denver.org/blog/post/colorado-adventure-center-trip/ Wed, 01 May 2024 08:00:00 -0600

Are you looking for the perfect summer day trip from Denver that will be fun for all ages? Colorado Adventure Center is just 35 miles from Denver and an underrated day trip from the city. With a short drive to Idaho Springs, you can whitewater raft, zipline and conquer an aerial ropes course. Choose

]]> Outside Festival Is Calling All Outdoor Lovers, June 1-2, 2024 https://www.denver.org/blog/post/outside-festival/ https://www.denver.org/blog/post/outside-festival/#comments https://www.denver.org/blog/post/outside-festival/ Wed, 24 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0600

Celebrate the outdoors at the first-ever Outside Festival, June 1–2, 2024. The event will feature live music, adventure films, thought-provoking speakers, immersive experiences, the latest outdoor gear and more.

The Outside Festival will take over Civic Center Park in downtown Denver and feature an

]]> Best Fried Chicken Restaurants in Denver https://www.denver.org/blog/post/fried-chicken/ https://www.denver.org/blog/post/fried-chicken/#comments https://www.denver.org/blog/post/fried-chicken/ Tue, 23 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0600

When it comes to comfort food, it’s tough to beat fried chicken. It’s the rare food that’s just as delicious eaten cold standing in front of the fridge as it is fresh out of the fryer. Denver’s chefs offer up a smorgasbord of fried chicken dishes, from classic to creative. Here are a few favorites

]]> Father's Day Weekend in Denver https://www.denver.org/blog/post/fathers-day-weekend/ https://www.denver.org/blog/post/fathers-day-weekend/#comments https://www.denver.org/blog/post/fathers-day-weekend/ Sun, 21 Apr 2024 20:00:00 -0600

Father's Day is Sunday, June 16, 2024, which means it's time to start planning a special day for your dad in The Mile High City! Here are a few ideas to get you started, plus great hotel deals if you're traveling to Denver to spend time with dad.

Special Events & Festivals

Hangin' N Slangin'

]]> Top 5 Reasons to Visit Denver This Summer https://www.denver.org/blog/post/denver-this-summer/ https://www.denver.org/blog/post/denver-this-summer/#comments https://www.denver.org/blog/post/denver-this-summer/ Mon, 15 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0600

There’s so much going on in Denver this summer, where do you begin? Play in the great outdoors (and don't miss the new Outside Festival in June), see world-class museum exhibitions and get a taste of Denver’s thriving food scene by dining alfresco.

Here are some top ways to have an unforgettable

]]> Take a Denver Field Trip for Endless Family-Friendly Fun https://www.denver.org/blog/post/field-trip/ https://www.denver.org/blog/post/field-trip/#comments https://www.denver.org/blog/post/field-trip/ Mon, 15 Apr 2024 08:00:00 -0600

Welcome to The Mile High City. You're about to have the best field trip ever! Whether it's a spring break getaway or a summer adventure, Denver takes learning to a higher level with endless outdoor fun, interactive games and world-class cultural attractions.

Where else can you track dinosaurs, check

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