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64 things to do in Denver
Fire Rainbows
A curious optical phenomenon occurs quite rarely and only in special locations. If you are in the right time and in the right place, just look up to the sky
Denver 4th of July Weekend Events & Fireworks
The Mile High City celebrates Independence Day with music, picnics and fireworks
Colorado Renaissance Festival
Are you ready for a flashback into 16th century?
Colorado Shakespeare Festival
One of the oldest and most atmospheric theater events in Colorado
The Colorado Marathon
Enjoy the iconic Colorado views during this scenic long-distance race in Fort Collins
Concerts at Red Rocks Amphitheatre
An iconic open-air amphitheatre created by natural rocks
Whitewater Rafting
The Rocky Mountain rivers of Colorado offer world-class whitewater rafting
Greeley Stampede
Wild West 4th of July experience is not complete without a visit to a rodeo, especially if it's one of the largest in the world
Hiking the Colorado Trail
The longest and challenging Colorado hiking adventure
Fishing
Fly-fishers, ice-fishers and rod-and-reelers can find many great spots in Colorado
Dog Sledding & Snow Tubing
Even if you are not into skiing or snowboarding, you can still enjoy famous Colorado slopes
Mount Evans Scenic Byway
Take a scenic ride on the highest paved road in North America
Denver Christkindl Market
This German Christmas fair offers great food, beer, Gluehwein, and handmade crafts
Colorado Country Christmas Gift Show
This Denver Christmas Gift Show is one of the major fairs in Colorado
Breckenridge Snow Sculptures
Teams of snow artists from around the world descend on Colorado for the International Snow Sculpture Championships
Mount Bierstadt
Conquering the mountain of such size is a must for every hiker in Colorado
Lone Eagle Peak
Hike Colorado's most photogenic mountain reflecting in the Mirror Lake
Decalibron Loop
Hike four epic Colorado mountains at once
Breckenridge Oktoberfest
The largest street party of the year in the Rocky Mountains
Great American Beer Festival
Experience the best of American craft brewing at the Great American Beer Festival in Denver
Trail Ridge Road
The so-called 'highway to the sky' is a kind of true inspiration
Webster and Red Cone Pass Trail
A perfect ride for a 4WD with scenic views of the Continental Divide
Bear Lake Road
A beautiful drive through Rocky Mountain National Park
Berthoud Pass
Drivers, backcountry skiers and hikers can't get enough of this scenic pass
Arvada Harvest Festival
The second longest running community parade in Colorado
Hudson Christmas
A beautiful light display just a few miles south of Denver
Erie Town Fair & Hot Air Balloon Festival
Mark your calendar for Historic Downtown Erie's biggest event of the year
Denver Labor Day Weekend
The Mile High City is packed with festivals, live music, and plenty of late-summer activities for Labor Day Weekend
Skiing and Snowboarding near Denver
Some of Colorado's top ski resorts can be easily reached from the state capital
Chinese New Year
Lion dances, festive dinners and parties all over Colorado's capital
Tarantula Migration
For a few months, arachnids can be seen roaming prairies outside their hideouts
Monarch Butterfly Migration
Watch the annual butterfly spectacle as tiny creatures fill the sky with colors
Hummingbird Migration
For nearly five months, Colorado hosts thousands of wee birds on the move
Sandhill Crane Migration
Thousands of cranes can be spotted at the Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve in southern Colorado
Wildflowers
From columbine to bluebells, the Rockies are blanketed with blooms every spring and summer
Colorado Blue Columbine
The state flower of Colorado is the queen of the Rocky Mountains
Sunflowers
Yellow wildflowers create amazing vibrant displays across the mountains and deserts
Halloween in Denver: Parade, Zombie Crawl, and Wild Fall at the Zoo
Spooktacular October fun at the Mile High City
St. Patrick's Day
Denver's healthy way of celebrating St. Patrick's Day
Frederick in Flight
Plan yourself a colorful summer weekend of ballooning only 30 minutes north of Denver
Water Lantern Festivals
An extremely spectacular celebration has taken over pretty much the entire USA
Cherry Blossom
Gorgeous blossoming cherry trees can be viewed in Denver and Boulder every spring
Fan Expo Denver (Denver Comic Con)
The annual gathering for Colorado geeks and comic fans
Stargazing
Denver and its outskirts offer you breathtaking stargazing spots. Check them out!
Denver Oktoberfest
A huge Bavarian beer festival in Colorado
Denver Winter Brew Fest
An indoor/outdoor beer festival showcases the finest Colorado brews
Thornton Winterfest
Come to witness the magic as Carpenter Fields transform into a winter fairytale
Elizabeth Celtic Festival
Get transported to another realm, where legends and old sagas come alive
Denver Memorial Day Weekend Parade & Events
Street festivals, arts, crafts, and plenty of entertainment
Rockies To The Red Rocks Colorado
A scenic two-day railway route through stunning landscapes between Moab, Utah, and Denver, Colorado
Denver Food and Wine Festival
Experience a taste extravaganza where top chefs and wine experts unite
Krampus in Denver
Colorado celebrates the Christmas season with a spooky twist