Looking for something to do this weekend? We have a few ideas about where to eat, drink and be outdoorsy.
Thursday
The Cook Street School of Culinary Arts is hosting its Food & Wine Social Hour on its patio from 3 to 5 p.m. (So, "social hours," really.) They'll be serving five gourmet snacks paired with wine tastings. Tickets are $35.
Friday
The annual outdoor summer film series returns to Historic Elitch Theatre, 4655 W. 37th Ave. This week's film is "Raiders of the Lost Ark."
Gates open at 7 p.m. and the evening begins with live music. Tickets are $5, or free for children 6 and younger. All proceeds from food and drink sales go to the continued restoration of the theater.
Saturday
The Mile High Summer Shindig block party is happening at Denver Beer Co., 1695 Platte St. From 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., stop by for games, gear demos, food, beer and live music from Gravity Tapes, the Dollhouse Thieves, Confluence, Modern Leisure, Josh Moorehead and the Gin Doctors.
Proceeds from beer sales will go to First Descents, which leads outdoor adventures for young adult cancer fighters and survivors.
The Way Back is opening its new patio on Saturday and throwing a tiki party to celebrate. Drop in on the West Highland spot from 3 to 6 p.m. and get a free mai tai or daiquiri and a tiki mug (while supplies last) when you order food.
The Way Back is relatively new to the neighborhood. The restaurant and bar started serving locally sourced American fare and creative cocktails at 4132 W. 38th Ave. in March.
Friday through Sunday
Drive up to Morrison this weekend for the 20th annual Biergarten Festival. The family-friendly event features traditional German food, entertainment, music, dance, kids' activities and, as the name suggests, beer.
It's happening at the TEV Edelweiss Club, 17832 Highway 8, from 4 to 10 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for kids ages 6-12 and free for kids 5 and younger.
Saturday and Sunday
