18 Things to Do in Denver This Week · September 17–20, 2026

Arts & Culture

15 Years of the Still

An immersive golden-hour evening celebrating fifteen years of the Clyfford Still Museum's artistic independence and community impact in Denver.

Thursday, September 17, 2026 6:30 PM · Clyfford Still Museum, Denver

Rocky Dale Davis at Denver Improv

Rocky Dale Davis brings his high-energy stand-up comedy to the Denver Improv for two shows in an almost-sold-out run.

Thursday, September 17, 2026 7:00 PM · Denver Improv Comedy Club & Dinner Theater

Michael Blaustein at Comedy Works Downtown

Rising comedian Michael Blaustein headlines Comedy Works Downtown for a multi-night run.

Thursday, September 17, 2026 7:00 PM · Comedy Works Downtown, 1226 15th St, Denver

George Lopez at Paramount Theatre

Comedy legend George Lopez brings his stand-up show to the historic Paramount Theatre for one night only.

Friday, September 18, 2026 7:00 PM · Paramount Theatre, 1621 Glenarm Place, Denver

Music & Nightlife

Get The Led Out at Red Rocks

PBS12 presents this celebrated Led Zeppelin tribute band performing at the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre.

Thursday, September 17, 2026 · Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Morrison

Mike Stern at Dazzle

Grammy-winning jazz guitarist Mike Stern performs with Dennis Chambers, Leni Stern, Noam Tanzer, and Bob Franceschini for a multi-night run at Denver's iconic jazz lounge.

Thursday, September 17, 2026 · Dazzle, Denver

Gym Class Heroes & Lupe Fiasco at Mission Ballroom

Gym Class Heroes and Lupe Fiasco bring the ultimate 2000s throwback night to Denver's Mission Ballroom this Thursday.

Thursday, September 17, 2026 · Mission Ballroom, Denver

Uncalled Four: The Most Offensive Comedy Game Show in America

Stand-up meets chaos in this wildly interactive comedy game show at Denver Comedy Underground, hosted by Zac Maas.

Thursday, September 17, 2026 7:30 PM · Denver Comedy Underground, 675 22nd St, Denver

SHREK: The Drag Show

A spectacular drag retelling of the beloved Shrek universe comes to MCA at the Holiday Theater for a wildly fun night out.

Friday, September 18, 2026 · MCA at the Holiday Theater, Denver

Outdoors & Active

Sunset Yoga at Wash Park

A free community yoga session at Washington Park as the sun sets over one of Denver's most beloved green spaces.

Thursday, September 17, 2026 · Washington Park, Denver

Silent Disco Latin Workout at Red Rocks

Denver Fitness Festival's Silent Disco Latin Workout — cardio, salsa dance, and movement at the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre.

Sunday, September 20, 2026 8:30 AM · Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Morrison

Festivals & Special Events

The 56th Annual Denver Oktoberfest

Denver's best block party returns to the Ballpark neighborhood with two massive weekends of beer, food, live music, and costumes — free admission, VIP upgrades available.

Friday, September 18, 2026 2:00 PM · Larimer St between 20th & 22nd, Downtown Denver

Denver Fashion Week Fall 2026 – Opening Night: Streetwear & Sneakers

Denver Fashion Week kicks off with Streetwear & Sneakers taking over opening day for the first time ever — tickets now live.

Saturday, September 19, 2026 · Denver

Date Night

Lawrence with the Colorado Symphony

The Kansas City R&B duo Lawrence joins the Colorado Symphony for a one-night-only crossover concert at Boettcher Concert Hall.

Friday, September 18, 2026 · Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver

Friday Night Comedy at Denver Comedy Lounge

Live comedy, craft sake, and Denver's best date night vibe at the RiNo comedy lounge with two shows — 7 PM and a late-night 9 PM option.

Friday, September 18, 2026 7:00 PM · Denver Comedy Lounge, 3559 Larimer St, Denver

Free Events

William Havu Gallery Opening: Brodalisque and Wes Hempel

Opening reception for concurrent solo shows — Klaire Lockheart's provocative 'Brodalisque' series and Wes Hempel's intimate oil paintings — running through November 7.

Friday, September 18, 2026 5:00 PM · William Havu Gallery, Denver

15th Anniversary Community Celebration & SCFD Free Day at Clyfford Still Museum

Celebrate the Clyfford Still Museum's 15th anniversary with free admission all day, plus activities, tours, treats, and giveaways.

Saturday, September 19, 2026 10:00 AM · Clyfford Still Museum, Denver

Food & Drink

La Popular 80th Anniversary Celebration

Denver's beloved La Popular turns 80 with tamales, giveaways, and community celebration this Saturday.

Saturday, September 19, 2026 · La Popular, Denver