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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.
Travel Survey for Downtown Denver Partnership
Now through October 17 | Contribute here
The Downtown Denver Partnership is gathering insights on how people travel to and around downtown and wants to hear from you. The 2025 Downtown Denver Travel Survey is your opportunity to contribute to a better understanding of commuter patterns and transportation needs across the community. Your feedback helps paint a clearer picture of how mobility downtown is working (or not) for everyone.
Participate to inform future transportation planning, to highlight real commuter experiences and needs, and to support efforts to improve sustainability and mobility downtown. Whether you commute daily or occasionally or work remotely, your perspective matters. Every voice adds to a more complete story.
Curious about the 2024 Travel Survey? Read the report.
Second Weekend of Oktoberfest!
Fri, Sept. 26 | 2:00 PM–11:30 PM
Sat., Sept 27 | 11:00 AM–11:30 PM
Sun., Sept 28 | 11:00 AM–6:00 PM
Centered at 21st and Larimer Streets
Free general admission
VIP admission $105+
From keg-bowling to stein-hoisting, live music to comedy, participatory and spectator events such as talent shows and costume contests, and of course a long-dog derby, there’s something for Oktoberfest pros and first timers. So grab your stein, throw on your lederhosen and join in!
Denver Firefighters Chili Cookoff
Friday, Sept. 26 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM | McGregor Square 1901 Wazee St. | Free
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
Sat., Sept. 27 | 8:00 AM–11:00 AM | Globeville Landing Park near 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 Greenway needs a headcount for project supplies.
Cherry Creek Cleanups: Every First Friday
Two more Fridays | Oct. 3 and Nov. 7 | Register 8:30 AM | Clean-up 9:00 AM–10:00 AM | Rothman Playground at Speer & Wynkoop | Free
Every first Friday of the month through November, volunteers will gather to clean up Cherry Creek. Come participate and make a difference to your waterways and your community. LoDo Cares appreciates Ent Credit Union‘s sponsorship of these events.
16th Street Grand Opening Celebration
Sat., Oct. 4 | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Skyline Park and elsewhere along 16th St. | Free
The Downtown Denver Partnership, the City and County of Denver, RTD, and PCL Construction are thrilled officially to reopen 16th Street on October 4, 2025, exactly 43 years after its inaugural opening in 1982. They invite all Denverites and Coloradans to join in and celebrate completion of the project, which has enhanced accessibility and infrastructure, expanded amenities and “moments of joy,” and preserved downtown Denver’s iconic main street.
On your new 16th Street, better than ever and ready to create new memories for future generations, you can witness the ribbon-cutting and remarks, participate in a scavenger hunt by REI, watch the Guerrilla Fanfare Brass Band Parade, and enjoy beloved Denver bands and DJs onstage. The 16th Street Birthday Party at the Daniels & Fisher Clocktower features free cake and a commemorative 16th Street poster signing by Denver-based artist Brayan “Yamz World” Montes with giveaways and surprises!
McGregor Square Hosts Denver’s First Daywalker Fest
Saturday, Oct. 4 | 2:00 PM–8:00 PM | McGregor Square, 1901 Wazee St. | Free
McGregor Square will host Denver’s first Daywalker Fest, lighting up your weekend with music, drinks, dancing and chill daytime vibes. Deejays will perform, and great food & drink specials will be on offer both on the Plaza and inside the Milepost Zero food hall. Listen Local, a Colorado-based non-profit, is organizing this free, all-ages, community event.
Life of a Food Hall Party for Taylor Swift Album Release
Saturday, Oct. 4 | 4:00 PM–9:00 PM | Denver Milk Market, 1800 Wazee St. | Free
Swifties, shake it off because it’s time to step into the spotlight for a release party of Taylor Swift’s new Life of a Showgirl album.
Don your best fit and dancing shoes because Milk Market is pulling out all the stops with a DJ, themed drinks such as “Ophelia’s Fate” and the “Lavender Haze,” friendship bracelets by Blue Ruby Boutique, album-themed personal cakes by Itty Bitty Cakes, flash tattoos, and more. DJ J’Adore will spin classics such as “Tim McGaw,” “Blank Space” and “Lover” and soon-to-be-hits from the new album. Entry is free, but the dance floor fills up quickly so reserve now!
Campos EPC Block Party on 1400 Block of Wazee
Sunday, Oct. 12 | Noon to 3:30 PM | 1400 block of Wazee Street | Free
The Campos Block Party returns to celebrate two decades of innovation, impact, and community. This special event is open to the public and brings Campos employees, their families, local partners, Campos Foundation scholars, and the broader Denver community together for an unforgettable afternoon of fun, connection, and gratitude. Campos also is proud to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Campos Foundation, which has invested over $7 million to encourage underserved kids to pursue careers in STEM. This event is free as a way for Campos to thank and uplift the community that’s supported it over the past 20 years. Let’s come together to honor the past, build the future, and have a whole lot of fun doing it.
Drag Bingo at Terminal Bar
Monday, Oct. 13 | 5 PM–7 PM | Union Station Terminal Bar, 1701 Wynkoop St. | Free
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.
