The LowDown on LoDo: March 3, 2026

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Eve of Opening Day: A Happy Hour with the LoDo District

Thu., Mar. 26 | 4:30 – 7:00 PM | McGregor Square Food + Drink, 1901 Wazee St. | Free

On the eve of the Rockies’ first game of the season (at Miami), sport your favorite Rockies baseball gear, patronize a cash bar, enjoy light bites by McGregor Square Food & Drink (formerly Milepost Zero), and hear CEO Patrick Walsh talk about the journey and relationship between the Rockies and McGregor Square.

Play some games—maybe Rockies bingo or trivia? Enter a drawing for a meal at La Loma, a night’s stay at the Rally, and more.

The Rockies will play their home opener with the Philadelphia Phillies on April 3.

Restaurant Week Giveaway in Larimer Square

Dinners March 6–15 | Restaurants in Larimer Square, 1400 Block of Larimer St.

Larimer Square is celebrating Denver Restaurant Week by giving dinner for two at Ocean Prime, Osteria Marco, NADC Burger, and Tamayo on Larimer Square. Four winners will each receive dinner and drinks at the restaurant of their choice. Before March 3, 2026, head to Instagram @LarimerSquare to enter and tag your dinner date.

In collaboration with @oceanprime  @osteriamarco  @nadcburger and @tamayodenver, Larimer Square is celebrating Denver Restaurant Week by buying dinner for two at each participating restaurant on Larimer Square. Your pick. Your guest. Your vibe.


Denver Restaurant Week Begins Friday

Dinners March 6–15, throughout Lower Downtown | Multiple Price Points

Denver Restaurant Week

The LoDo District is pleased to recognize members AjaxBlanchard Family WinesChez MaggyChoLonCoohillsJax Fish House and Oyster BarKachina CantinaKonjo Ethiopian Food Denver Milk MarketLobOlive & Finch Downtown (in the theater district), STK SteakhouseUrban Farmer, and Velvet Cellar among participating restaurants in Lower Downtown.Explore Restaurant Week Wine Wednesday at Ajax DowntownWednesdays | Find Ajax in the Limelight Hotel at 1899 16th Street Join at Ajax Downtown every week for Wine Wednesday, with 50% off any bottle of wine $100 or more. Sip and savor standout wine selections in our Downtown setting. Enjoy the perfect excuse to treat yourself mid-week.


Cruise Room St. Patrick’s Burlesque Show

Friday, Mar. 13 | 7:00 PM – 9 PM | Cruise Room, 1600 17th Street | No reservations  

Cruise Room at the Oxford

Head to the Oxford Hotel’s iconic Cruise Room to enjoy a special St. Patrick’s burlesque performance featuring Hard Candy Dance Entertainment. No reservations are necessary for this festive and captivating performance, the perfect way to kick-off St. Patrick’s Day weekend in LoDo.


Follow Your Luck to a Gift Card in Denver Milk Market

Sat., March 14 | From Opening through Finding | Denver Milk Market, 1800 Wazee St.

On March 14th, Denver Milk Market will be hiding one gift card somewhere in the food hall starting at 11am for one lucky leprechaun to find. It will be hidden is a spot that is accessible to the public – and there is only one, so find that pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.  Lean into the luck o’ the Irish and enjoy traditional St. Patty’s Day Specials throughout the weekend (March 14–15) at the Milk Market. Fuso Pizza & Pasta and Green Huntsman will offer specials for almost-St. Patrick’s Day.


Denver St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Parade Party

Sat., March 14 | Step off at 9:30 AM at 19th & Wynkoop St. | Free

Mark your calendar for the 2026 Denver St. Patrick’s Day Parade Presented by Bellco Credit Union! This year’s theme is “Stars, Stripes and Shamrocks!” Don your favorite green gear and head to McGregor Square for a festive Denver St. Patrick’s Day Parade Party. Enjoy free entertainment on the McGregor Square Plaza, including local bagpipers. The food hall at McGregor Square will be opening early at 9 a.m., ready to serve up green drinks paired with snacks from five food vendors.


Cocktails in Cool Places with Historic Denver

March 18 | 4:30 PM & 6:30 PM | Acme Lofts, 1616 14th St. | From $35 per Member

Acme Lofts

Historic Denver is excited to kick off the 2026 season of its Cocktails in Cool Places at the historic Acme Lofts. Step inside one of the building’s most impressive loft residences, originally constructed in 1909 by Gustav Van Brecht for the Brecht Candy Company.The building has evolved over the decades and its story of reinvention continues today. The host for the evening, fashion designer Brooks Luby, uses the space as her atelier. Known for blending modern silhouettes with vintage textiles, Brooks’s work beautifully reflects the creative reuse of this historic industrial landmark.Guests may choose from two entry times (4:30 PM or 6:30 PM) and enjoy cocktails and light appetizers while exploring this remarkable space.

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