In This Issue
Happy Hour at Degree Brewpub
Thursday, Aug. 28 | 4:30 PM–7:00 PM | 1190 Auraria Parkway | Free to Attend
Sip student-brewed beer from MSU Denver’s brewery program. Network and chat with LoDo District Inc. members and friends. Enjoy beer brewed by MSU Denver Brewing Operations students, a full bar and food, and tour the Charlie Papazian Education Brewing Lab. Free parking is available.
Denver Food + Wine Festival: Dine Out Auction
The Denver Food + Wine Festival is thrilled to bring back its Dine Out culinary auction series to its 2025 schedule of festival events, featuring an exciting lineup of one-of-a-kind experiences that will go to the highest bidder, all to help raise funds to support the workforce development and employee assistance programming of the Colorado Restaurant Foundation. These unique experiences range from chef-counter dinners and behind-the-scenes kitchen tours to games of ping pong and wine seminars at some of the best restaurants in Colorado. Most experiences will take place on Friday, September 5, 2025, but others can be scheduled for future dates.
Denver BrunchFest
Sat., Aug. 23 | 12 Noon–4:00 PM | Tivoli Quad at Auraria Campus | From $107.19
Enjoy the best brunch bites and sips at the eighth annual Denver BrunchFest, Denver’s biggest bottomless brunch, the legendary, ultimate experience for Denver foodies who know how to brunch so hard.
There will be bottomless mimosas featuring Korbel California champagne, the tastiest of Bloody Marys and other cocktails featuring the Real Dill, and other drinks including non-alcoholic beer, champagne, and mocktails featuring Gruvi. Denver’s best brunch restaurants are taking part with a variety of dishes to sample. Each attendee receives a BrunchBook, a booklet filled with exclusive buy-one-get-one-free deals, discounts, etc. for participating restaurants.
Choose one of two seatings for the Champagne Tiger Drag Brunch. Join at 1:00 PM or 3:00 PM for a special performance featuring Felony Misdemeanor and her friends, plus exclusive bites from Champagne Tiger. 21+ only.
Pups & Pints Is Coming Back: Your Dog’s Dream Day
Saturday, Aug. 23 | 12 noon–5 PM | Skyline Beer Garden, 1601 Arapahoe St | Free
Skyline Beer Garden transforms into puppy paradise for Pups & Pints. Picture your furry best friend splashing in doggy pools while you browse a market filled with treats, apparel, and everything your pup could want. Plus, you might just meet your new four-legged family member through adoption opportunities with A Friend of Jack.
Whether you’re a seasoned dog parent or looking to add a new member to your pack, this is the tail-wagging good time you and your dog have been waiting for.
30th Anniversary of Rodizio Grill—The Brazilian Steakhouse
Specials all month | Rodizio Grill, 1801 Wynkoop St. | $30 Discounts
Rodizio Grill—The Brazilian Steakhouse has been part of downtown Denver for 30 years. This August, it’s celebrating this milestone with guests through a special anniversary promotion, including $30 off dinner for two and $3 specialty drinks and desserts.
Striped Bass Special at Jax
Throughout August | 1539 17th Street | $37 for Striped Bass
In a month-long promotion, Jax is dishing up Crispy Skin Alamosa Striped Bass with Olathe creamed corn and heirloom tomato pico. Says culinary director Sheila Lucero, “We have been using this hybrid striped bass farmed here in Colorado for many years. It comes from an on-land fish farm in the high San Luis Valley. The Olathe corn and heirloom tomatoes come from Tuxedo Farms on the western slope. Working with local farmers, ranchers, and fishers is one of the best parts of what we do. These relationships go way beyond ingredients—they’re about supporting each other, sharing stories, and staying connected,” says Sheila Lucero, Centro & Jax Culinary Director, Big Red F. “Colorado has so much to offer year-round, and it’s exciting to keep celebrating that—not just in August, but twelve months a year.”
Your Tailored Dinner Party at the Thompson
Inside Reynard Social at the Thompson Hotel | 1616 Market Street
Did you know you can host your own dinner party at the Thompson? A talented chef will curate a menu showcasing Colorado’s best culinary traditions, offering a unique and memorable dining experience. Start your soirée by immersing yourself in the breathtaking views of downtown Denver and the majestic Rocky Mountains from the balcony at Reynard Social. Begin the meal with hors d’œuvres and expertly crafted specialty cocktails. Transition seamlessly into the cozy confines of an elegant living room, where you and your guests can indulge in a family-style dinner.
As the evening winds down, bid farewell to your guests with a thoughtful gift bag, ensuring they leave with a piece of the night to cherish. And for you, the Thompson Denver invites you to its most opulent suite to unwind and reflect on the the evening, surrounded by luxury and unmatched comfort. Let it create an evening that combines breathtaking vistas, sumptuous cuisine, and the finest hospitality, leaving you and your guests with memories to cherish for years.
Cherry Creek Cleanups: Every First Friday
Friday, Sep. 5 and first Fridays through November | 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. Register on site.
Spirit of Japan in Sakura Square
Friday, Sept. 12, 6:00 PM–10:00 PM; Saturday, Sept. 13, 12:00 PM–9:00 PM; and
Sunday, Sept. 14, 12:00 PM–5:00 PM
Sakura Square: Enter at 19th & Larimer Streets
$45–$100
Spirit of Japan is an immersive outdoor experience at Sakura Square that celebrates Japanese food, spirits, and cultural heritage. Produced by Sakura Foundation and JTM, this vibrant event brings together culinary tastings and cultural experiences that highlight both traditional and contemporary Japanese food and drink. Designed to foster cultural exchange, promote international travel to Japan, and strengthen community bonds, Spirit of Japan supports Sakura Foundation’s mission by contributing event proceeds to fund the Mirai Generations Leadership Program, cultural school for youth, scholarships, community grants, and a variety of cultural programming throughout the year.
Spirit of Japan has a variety of fun volunteer opportunities available; if you complete the form, an organizer will email you.
The event entrance will be located at 19th and Larimer Street. Food vendors will be on the east and west sides of Larimer Street between 19th and 20th Streets and spirit vendors will line the north side of 19th Street. The dining areas will be in the open lot onsite and the plaza facing 19th Street.
Premiere access begins an hour earlier than the stated time on Saturday and Sunday.
Colorado Wine Walk with Blanchard Family Wines
Saturday, Sept. 13 | 7 PM – 10 PM | Dairy Block Alley, 1800 Wazee | From $56.38
Colorado’s premier celebration of local wine, hosted by Blanchard Family Wines, returns to the heart of Denver. Transforming the vibrant Dairy Block Alley into an immersive tasting experience, the 2025 Colorado Wine Walk will feature unlimited samples from the state’s finest wineries and cideries, served in a commemorative glass. Attendees will also enjoy live music, local food vendors, and the opportunity to meet the winemakers behind each pour. Full-sized bottles and cans will be available for purchase.
The Colorado Wine Walk is more than a tasting event—it’s a high-energy showcase of Colorado’s craft wine community. Blanchard Family Wines is proud to bring together passionate producers and curious wine lovers in such an iconic setting.
VIP ticket holders will receive early entry at 6:00 p.m., expedited check-in, exclusive access to a VIP lounge, and a food voucher redeemable at Cirque Kitchen.
