19 Things to Do in Denver This Week · May 21–24, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Kurt Rosenwinkel Trio at Dazzle

World-class jazz guitarist Kurt Rosenwinkel brings his trio to Denver's iconic jazz lounge at the Performing Arts Complex.

Thursday, May 21, 2026 · Dazzle, Denver Performing Arts Complex

flipturn at Red Rocks

Indie rock band flipturn performs at Red Rocks Amphitheatre with Richy Mitch & The Coal Miners.

Thursday, May 21, 2026 · Red Rocks Amphitheatre

Sepultura: Celebrating Life Through Death

Legendary metal band Sepultura performs at the Ogden Theatre on their farewell-era tour.

Thursday, May 21, 2026 · Ogden Theatre

Kyle Dunnigan at Comedy Works

Stand-up comedian Kyle Dunnigan performs multiple shows at Comedy Works South at the Landmark.

Thursday, May 21, 2026 7:30 PM · Comedy Works South at the Landmark, Greenwood Village

Steve Byrne at Denver Improv

Comedian Steve Byrne performs five shows at the Denver Improv, running May 29–31.

Friday, May 29, 2026 · Denver Improv

Arts & Culture

Science Lounge Prom: Eons of Elegance

Adults-only themed prom night at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science celebrating the deep history of life on Earth.

Thursday, May 21, 2026 · Denver Museum of Nature & Science

Uncalled Four: The Most Offensive Comedy Game Show in America

Zac Maas hosts this wildly interactive comedy game show where comedians compete with outrageous audience-judged answer cards at Denver Comedy Underground.

Thursday, May 21, 2026 7:30 PM · Denver Comedy Underground, 675 22nd St, Denver

Star Wars: Return of the Jedi in Concert

The Colorado Symphony performs John Williams' iconic score live while the full film screens at Boettcher Concert Hall, running May 22–24.

Friday, May 22, 2026 · Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver Performing Arts Complex

Guy Torry at Denver Improv

Comedian Guy Torry performs multiple shows at the Denver Improv, running May 22–24.

Friday, May 22, 2026 · Denver Improv

The Improvised Shakespeare Company

The acclaimed improv troupe performs entirely improvised Shakespearean plays, opening May 27 and running through July 26 at the Denver Center.

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 · Denver Center for the Performing Arts

Free Events

Hip-Hop on the Hill: Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Dizzy Wright, Lil Eazy-E & Seuss Mace

Free outdoor hip-hop concert at Levitt Pavilion featuring Bone Thugs-N-Harmony and more.

Friday, May 22, 2026 · Levitt Pavilion, Denver

Free Singles Mixer All Ages (21+) - Brunch Edition (RiNo)

A free casual singles brunch mixer at F1 Arcade Denver in RiNo, open to all adults 21+.

Sunday, May 24, 2026 12:00 PM · F1 Arcade Denver, RiNo

WNRR Denver x Lone River Run/Walk

Free community run/walk followed by a happy hour courtesy of Lone River Beverage Company.

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 6:30 PM · 701 S University Blvd, Denver

Date Night

Friday Night Comedy at Denver Comedy Lounge

Live stand-up comedy with general admission and VIP seating at RiNo's Denver Comedy Lounge, featuring craft sake and great laughs.

Friday, May 22, 2026 7:00 PM · Denver Comedy Lounge, 3559 Larimer St, RiNo

The Exhale: Sound Bath, Cacao Ceremony, and Tea Integration

A multi-sensory wellness evening combining sound bath, cacao ceremony, and tea integration at the cozy Vivid Minds Cafe.

Sunday, May 31, 2026 6:30 PM · Vivid Minds Cafe, Denver

Family-Friendly

Horizon of Khufu VR Experience at York Street Yards

A whimsical virtual reality journey through Ancient Egypt at York Street Yards, immersing visitors in the world of the pharaohs.

Saturday, May 23, 2026 · York Street Yards, Denver

Outdoors & Active

The Ascent Cohort: Week 4 – The Summit Push

A CO2 tolerance, weighted stability, and total body stamina workout simulating the final push up Greys & Torreys peaks.

Monday, May 25, 2026 8:00 AM · Vivid Minds Cafe, South Broadway, Denver

Food & Drink

Drink Red Wear Red

A red wine–themed social event at Mile High Station & Ironworks with tastings, festive attire, and evening vibes.

Thursday, May 28, 2026 6:00 PM · Mile High Station & Ironworks, 2027 W Colfax Ave, Denver

13th Annual Whiskey + Doughnuts Presented by LaMar's

The beloved annual pairing event returns for its 13th year, matching premium whiskeys with LaMar's legendary doughnuts at Denargo Market.

Saturday, May 30, 2026 6:30 PM · Denargo Market, Denver