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Happy Hour at Little Finch
Thursday, Sept. 25 | 4:30 PM–7 PM | 1490 16th Street | Free to Attend
LoDo District Inc. launches fall at Little Finch! Little Finch is the perfect spot to sip, savor, and soak up the season. Enjoy a late summer day on the sunny patio, sip cocktails, and savor snacks. Little Finch brings a taste of comfort right to the heart of LoDo.
A Cozy Collab: Books & Brews in Union Station
Throughout September | Union Station, 1701 Wynkoop St.
When you buy a book at Union Station’s Tattered Cover then order a fall drink at Olive & Finch, you’ll receive a complimentary cookie. The perfect pairing for cozy afternoons at Union Station—and how, this correspondent interjects.
Cocktails in Cool Places: Riverside Cemetery
Thursday, Sept. 18 | 4:30—Dusk | Riverside Cemetery, 5201 Brighton Boulevard
Historic Denver‘s next installment of its much-loved series goes to Riverside Cemetery. Dating to 1876, it is the final resting place for many early Denver pioneers, such as “Aunt” Clara Brown, Augusta Tabor, Barney Ford, and Silas Soule. Join in for cocktails, a presentation, and a walk through Riverside’s history. Experience the buildings, headstones, and stories that make this cemetery unique.
The program will begin with beverages and light appetizers, continue with a short history, then a walk to key graves, and conclude at dusk. With 77 acres and over 67,000 graves, Riverside has a lot to see, so feel free to come ahead of time to do a little exploring on your own.
Participate in Shift2: A City-Wide Sustainability Initiative
The Downtown Denver Partnership is thrilled to announce the launch of a new Denver citywide incentive program, Shift2. It is partnering with the Climate Action, Sustainability, and Resiliency Office and the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure to enable greater use of more sustainable modes of transportation for commuting.
One thousand participants who either live or work in the City and County of Denver will have the opportunity to win cash and other prizes for shifting two weekly trips from single-occupancy vehicles to options such as biking, walking, carpooling, and transit during the ten-week program. To participate in the Shift2 program, sign up to be selected and embrace healthier, more sustainable ways to get around.
The voter-approved Climate Protection Fund partially funds Shift2.
55th Annual Denver Oktoberfest
Two weekends: Sept. 19–22 and Sept. 26–28 | Fridays from 2 PM; Saturdays and Sunday from 11 AM | 21st and Larimer Streets | Free or VIP
On either or both of two weekends, come to Denver’s 55th annual Oktoberfest, at 21st and Larimer Streets in the Ballpark neighborhood. Admission is free and VIP tickets are on sale. This family-friendly event welcomes all ages and your well-behaved furry friends too. There will be a talent show on each Friday, a daily costume contest, and a Long Dog Derby each Sunday, plus a sausage-eating competition on the 26th and a stein-hoisting competition on the 27th. Find it all here.
Sign up for Events or Purchase VIP Tickets
Paws with Pride
Saturday, September 20 | 11:00 AM–3:00 PM | Union Station, 1701 Wynkoop St. | Free to attend; $5 donation requested
Celebrate love, paws, and Pride at the second annual Paws With Pride, a fabulous, dog-friendly Pride celebration hosted by Sploot Veterinary Care and Denver Union Station. This free, community-centered event brings together two favorite things: the LGBTQ+ community and our beloved furry companions.
At 1:30 PM, enjoy a Doggie Drag Show hosted by Talia Tucker. A $5 suggested donation to enter goes to Canine Partners of the Rockies, an Assistance Dogs International–accredited nonprofit that trains and places mobility service dogs with Coloradans with disabilities. Strut your pup’s stuff in one of five paw-some categories. There will be free Pet Portraits by Denver Pet Pics; prizes, raffles, and giveaways throughout the day; local pet vendors and community partners; and Terminal Bar patio specials for attendees.
Let’s come together to show off our dogs, express our pride, and soak up the joy of community.
Drag Bingo at Terminal Bar
Mon., Sept. 22 (& more) | 5 PM–7 PM | Union Station Terminal Bar, 1701 Wynkoop St. | Free to Attend
Get ready for a brand new Monday night tradition: Drag Bingo at Terminal Bar! Hosted by the fabulous Talia Tucker and Miss Jessica, this series is packed with laughter, prizes, and plenty of bingo fun.
Expect high-energy performances, cheeky banter, and plenty of chances to win prizes—all while sipping your favorite drinks in the heart of Denver’s iconic Union Station. Grab your friends, order a round, and let the Queens call the numbers.
Denver Firefighters Chili Cookoff
Friday, Sept. 26 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM | McGregor Square 1901 Wazee St. | Donations Requested
McGregor Square is thrilled to host the Denver Firefighters Local 858 36th Annual Denver Firefighters Chili Cookoff. All are welcome to attend.
Come and vote for your favorite chili while helping to raise funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. A Battle of the Bands follows.
The Colorado Firefighter Calendar will be on sale with firefighters ready to sign your copy.
Fall 2025 South Platte Stewardship Day
Saturday, Sept. 27 | 8:00 AM–11:00 AM | Globeville Landing Park, 38th and Arkins Ct. | Free
Pacifico Preserves Fall South Platte Stewardship Day, presented by DaVita and the Riverfront Park Community Foundation, needs your help restoring a local riverside park. Volunteer groups will assist with various projects to help the local environment, including a trash pick up. Ages 12+; families can sign up for the Fall Family Stewardship Day and teens can sign up for the Greenway Leadership Corps event. Meet at Globeville Landing Park. Parking instructions will be shared with all registered volunteers.
This event is free. Registration is required because space is limited and Greenway Foundation needs a headcount for project supplies.
Oxford Hotel Celebrates 134th Birthday with 1891 Offer
Find the Oxford Hotel at 1600 17th Street | theoxfordhotel.com | 833.524.0368
LoDo’s iconic Oxford Hotel is proud to commemorate the 134th anniversary of its October 1891 opening. To celebrate, the luxury boutique hotel is offering a nightly rate of $189.10, and complement each stay with special 1891-themed touches—luxurious overnight accommodations, with complimentary room upgrades upon availability; valet parking for $18.91; and two classic cocktails at Urban Farmer or the Cruise Room for $18.91. Each 1891 overnight reservation will have a chance at a night in the Oxford’s most prestigious accommodation, the Presidential Suite, for only $18.91, with extras such as a gift card to shop at LoDo’s Rockmount Ranch Wear and a gift basket from Laws Whiskey House. A single winner will be chosen by random drawing and notified by email. For more information, please read on.
Experience a unique chapter of Denver’s history and raise a glass to more than a century of stories!
