16 Things to Do in Denver This Week · May 7–10, 2026

Arts & Culture

Madama Butterfly – Opera Colorado

Opera Colorado presents Puccini's iconic Madama Butterfly at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House, running May 7–10.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 · Ellie Caulkins Opera House, Denver Performing Arts Complex

Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City VR Experience (Opening Day)

Opening day for this immersive VR journey through Machu Picchu at York Street Yards — explore the ancient wonder without leaving Denver.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 · York Street Yards, Denver

Moms Unhinged Standup Comedy Show

A comedy show celebrating and roasting motherhood, featuring standup comics at The Bug Theatre in Denver.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 7:00 PM · The Bug Theatre, Denver

Hadestown – Final Weekend

The Tony Award-winning musical Hadestown plays its final Denver weekend at the Buell Theatre — don't miss this last chance to see it.

Friday, May 8, 2026 · Buell Theatre, Denver Performing Arts Complex

Music & Nightlife

Alejandro Fernández: de Rey a Rey at Red Rocks

Latin superstar Alejandro Fernández performs his 'de Rey a Rey' tour at iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre, joined by Camila Fernández.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 · Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Morrison

Brian Posehn at Comedy Works Downtown

Stand-up veteran Brian Posehn brings his sharp, nerdy humor to Comedy Works Downtown for a can't-miss Thursday night set.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 7:30 PM · Comedy Works Downtown, 1226 15th St, Denver

Aida Rodriguez at Denver Improv

Nationally recognized comedian Aida Rodriguez brings her sharp, heartfelt standup to the Denver Improv for a two-night run.

Friday, May 8, 2026 · Denver Improv, Denver

Rory Scovel: Know Your Enemy Tour – Final Performances

The final two shows of Rory Scovel's touring run land at Denver Comedy Underground — catch the improvisation-heavy, unpredictable comedian before the tour ends.

Friday, May 8, 2026 7:00 PM · Denver Comedy Underground, 675 22nd St, Denver

Tierney Sutton & Tamir Hendelman at Dazzle

Jazz vocalist Tierney Sutton and pianist Tamir Hendelman perform an intimate evening at Dazzle, Denver's iconic jazz lounge.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · Dazzle, 1080 14th St, Denver

Free Events

Denver Astronomical Society Public Night

Join the Denver Astronomical Society for a free public stargazing night at Chamberlin Observatory, open to all curiosity levels.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 · Chamberlin Observatory, Denver

Jaume Plensa: A New Humanism at Denver Botanic Gardens

Internationally celebrated sculptor Jaume Plensa's major outdoor and indoor exhibition celebrating universal human connection runs through September at Denver Botanic Gardens — included with admission.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · Denver Botanic Gardens, York Street

Date Night

Friday Night Comedy at Denver Comedy Lounge

The RiNo comedy lounge hosts its signature Friday night lineup in an intimate setting with craft sake and a great atmosphere for date night.

Friday, May 8, 2026 7:00 PM · Denver Comedy Lounge, 3559 Larimer St, Denver

Outdoors & Active

Baby Goat Yoga & Mimosas – Mother's Day Weekend

The 5th annual sellout event returns: an all-levels yoga class with playful baby goats, a complimentary mimosa, and a free Mother's Day Market with 50+ local vendors.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 9:00 AM · VFW Post 1, 841 Santa Fe Dr, Denver

Hike Expo Colorado

A two-day outdoor and hiking lifestyle expo at Gaylord Rockies Resort — gear, demos, route planning, and community for Colorado hikers.

Friday, May 15, 2026 · Gaylord Rockies Resort, 6700 N Gaylord Rockies Blvd, Aurora

Festivals & Special Events

2026 Queer AF Engagement Party: An Unconventional Wedding Showcase

An inclusive, unconventional wedding showcase and engagement party celebrating LGBTQIA+ couples and creative wedding ideas at Dry Clean Only.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 5:00 PM · Dry Clean Only, Denver

Moonshot Annual Showcase

Moonshot Cohort 8 showcases its latest innovators and entrepreneurs at Upper Larimer, a lively gathering of Denver's startup and creative community.

Thursday, May 14, 2026 5:00 PM · Upper Larimer, 3034 Larimer Street, Denver