By Cassidy Ritter, Special to Denverite
The Denver event scene is full of art and food this weekend. From the third Annual 'Art Max' Gallery and Immersive Jazz-Art Experience to the 2023 Festival del Pozole and continuation of Black Restaurant Week, there's something for everyone. Whatever you get up to, make it a great weekend, Denverites!
And don't forget that restaurant Tamayo and Toro are offering a bee-themed menu until April 23 to raise funds and awareness about the climate change challenge facing our honey-making friends.
Notes: Events with an * are taking place virtually or outdoors.
Friday, March 24
Just for fun
*Guided Meditation. Denver Public Libraries, online. 10-11 a.m. Free. Advanced registration required.
All ages
Generations. PlatteForum at Savory Building Gallery, 2700 Arapahoe St. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. (Read more about this exhibit by photographer Anthony Maes here.)
Magic the Gathering Club. Park Hill Branch Library, 4705 Montview Blvd. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Free. Ages 12-18.
Comedy and theater
Andy Haynes. Comedy Works South, 5345 Landmark Place, Greenwood Village. 7:15 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. $23.
Brent Morin. Comedy Works Downtown, 1226 15th St. 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. $28.
Jono Zalay. Denver Comedy Underground, 1400 N. Williams St. 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. $20 (includes free drink and pizza).
Arts, culture and theater
Class: Purple Sunset. Canvas and Cocktails, 8405 Park Meadows Center Dr., Lone Tree. 6:30 p.m. $45.
Spring Pottery Painting. Grandma's House, 1710 S. Broadway. 7-9 p.m. $35.
Eat and drink
2023 Festival del Pozole. RISE Westwood Campus, 3738 Morrison Road. 5-9 p.m. $3.50 (individual sample tickets), $30 (pre-purchased 10 ticket bundle).
Music and nightlife
Live Music in the Alley: Conal Rosanbalm. Dairy Block Alley, 1800 Wazee St. 5-7 p.m. Free.
Música & Connections. Cheluna Brewery, 2501 N. Dallas St., Suite 148, Aurora. 5-9 p.m. Free.
Immersive Jazz-Art Experience. Lumonics Light & Sound Gallery, 800 E. 73 Ave., Unit 11. 7-9:30 p.m. $20 (in advance), $25 (at the door).
Betty Who. The Ogden Theatre, 935 E. Colfax Ave. 9 p.m. $30.75-$75 (in advance), $35-$75 (day of).
Fitness and sports
*Colorado Avalanche vs. Arizona Coyotes. Ball Arena, 1000 Chopper Circle. Or watch on Altitude. 7 p.m. Prices vary.
Saturday, March 25
Just for fun
Energize and Electrify. City of Englewood and Drive Electric Colorado at Nixon's Coffee House, 871 Englewood Parkway. 10 a.m.-noon. Free.
*Free Virtual Do-It-Yourself With Help Tax Preparation. Denver Public Library, online. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Advanced registration required.
Coors Field Hiring Event. Coors Field Sandlot Brewery, 2161 Blake St. 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Free. Advanced registration recommended.
The History of Segregation in Denver Part 3: Renewal and Revitalization. Valdez-Perry Branch Library, 4690 Vine St. 2-3:30 p.m. Free.
All ages
The Learning Lab: Concert with The Dollhouse Thieves. Ross-Broadway Branch Library, 33 E. Bayaud Ave. 10:30-11 a.m. Free. Ages 6 and under.
Denver Broncos Meet & Greet. Mattress Firm, 6925 W. 88th Ave., Brookfield. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Free.
Class: Easter Gnome. Canvas and Cocktails, 8405 Park Meadows Center Dr., Lone Tree. 2 p.m. $35 (children 12 and under), $40 (adults).
Comedy and theater
Andy Haynes. Comedy Works South, 5345 Landmark Place, Greenwood Village. 7:15 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. $23.
Jono Zalay. Denver Comedy Underground, 1400 N. Williams St. 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. $20 (includes free drink and pizza).
Brent Morin. Comedy Works Downtown, 1226 15th St. 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. $28.
Top Secret Stand Up Comedy. Denver Comedy Underground, 1400 N. Williams St. 10 p.m. $20 (includes free drink and pizza).
Art, culture and media
*Colorado Women in WWII. Online. 9:30 a.m.-noon. Advanced registration required.
*The Art of the Doodle: How to Use Drawing for Stress Relief. Online. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free.
Class: Colorado Lights. Canvas and Cocktails, 8405 Park Meadows Center Dr., Lone Tree. 6:30 p.m. $45.
Lumonics Immersed. Lumonics Light & Sound Gallery, 800 E. 73 Ave., Unit 11. 8 p.m. $15-$25.
Eat and drink
2023 Festival del Pozole. RISE Westwood Campus, 3738 Morrison Road. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $3.50 (individual sample tickets), $30 (pre-purchased 10 ticket bundle).
Crawfish Boil & Live Music. Monkey Barrel, 4401 Tejon St. 1-5 p.m. $80-$160.
Collaboration Beer Fest. Westin Westminster, 10600 Westminster Blvd., Westminster. Starting at 2 p.m. for early access and 3 p.m. for general admission. $65 (general admission), $85 (early access).
Music and nightlife
Listening Party: Dark Side of the Moon 50th Anniversary. Aural, 1438 S. Broadway. 6-8 p.m. $25. Advanced registration required.
Steve and The Cruisers. LUKI Brewery, 14715 W. 64th Ave, Units A and B, Arvada. 6-9 p.m. Free.
IVY LAB. The Ogden Theatre, 935 E. Colfax Ave. 9 p.m. $25-$29 (in advance), $35 (day of).
Fitness and sports
Denver Roller Derby Doubleheader. Rollerdome, 2375 S. Delaware St. 5-10:30 p.m. $15-$20.
*Denver Nuggets vs. Milwaukee Bucks. Ball Arena, 1000 Chopper Circle. Watch on NBA TV or Altitude, or listen at 92.5 FM. 7 p.m. Prices vary.
*Colorado Mammoth vs. Vancouver Warriors. Watch on ESPN+. 8 p.m.
Sunday, March 26
Just for fun
Vintage Voltage Expo. Delta Hotels by Marriot Denver Thornton, 10 E. 120th Ave., Northglenn. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free (children under 12), $8 (guests 13 and older).
Foul Mouth Cross Stitch Sundays. Grandma's House, 1710 S. Broadway. Noon-8 p.m. $5 (includes supplies).
Hobby Board Gaming. LUKI Brewery, 14715 W. 64th Ave, Units A and B, Arvada. Noon-8 p.m. Free.
Between the Lines Book Club. Curious Theatre Company, 1080 Acoma St. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Free.
All ages
Class: Open Paint - You Be the Artist. Canvas and Cocktails, 8405 Park Meadows Center Dr., Lone Tree. 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $25 (includes materials). All ages.
Class: Rocky Mountain Bliss. Canvas and Cocktails, 8405 Park Meadows Center Dr., Lone Tree. 2 p.m. $35 (children 12 and under), $40 (adults).
Art, culture and media
Doormat & Mimosas Workshop, Board & Brush Highlands Ranch. Board & Brush Highlands Ranch, 2201 Wildcat Reserve Parkway, Suite C3, Highlands Ranch. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $40.
3rd Annual 'Art Max' Gallery. Be a Good Person, 358 N. Santa Fe Drive. Noon-5 p.m. No cover.
Big Picture Launch Paste Party. Cart-Driver LoHi, 2239 W. 30th Ave. 2-5 p.m. Free.
Sports and fitness
*Colorado Avalanche vs. Arizona Coyotes. Watch on NHLN or Altitude. 1 p.m.
WWE Road to WrestleMania. Ball Arena, 1000 Chopper Circle. 7 p.m. Prices vary.
All Weekend
Just for fun
Denver Home Show. National Western Complex, 4655 Humboldt St. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. (Friday and Saturday) and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (Sunday). Free (children 12 and under), $12 (guests 13 and older).
All ages
Bugs. Denver Museum of Nature & Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $4 (members) $22.95-$27.95 (non-members). Advanced registration required for timed entry.
Speaking with Light. Denver Art Museum, 100 W. 14th Ave. Parkway. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free (members and children ages 18 and younger), $12-$19.
Unseen Oceans. Denver Museum of Nature & Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $4 (members) $22.95-$27.95 (non-members). Advanced registration required for timed entry.
Disney Animation Immersive Experience. Lighthouse Artspace, 3900 Elati St. 10:15 a.m.-8:15 p.m. Starting at $36. Advanced registration required for timed entry. All ages.
Spookadelia: The Wakening. Spectra Art Space, 1836 S. Broadway. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. $12 (ages 10 and under), $20 (adults). Advanced registration required for timed entry.
BEYOND Laser Light Show. International Church of Cannabis, 400 S. Logan St. Noon. $10 (child day pass), $25 (adult day pass).
*Pre-recorded Art Classes. Canvas and Cocktails, online. Anytime. $20 (materials sold separately).
Month of Photography Denver. Various locations. Times vary. Prices vary.
Comedy and theater
Regis Ramblers Present 9 to 5 the Musical. Claver Hall, 3333 Regis Blvd. 8 p.m. (Friday and Saturday) and 2 p.m. (Saturday and Sunday). $10.
Black Restaurant Week. Locations vary. Times vary by restaurant. No cover.
Art, culture and media
*Denver Jewish Film Festival. Online. Anytime. $15.
Breakthroughs: A Celebration of RedLine at 15. MCA Denver, 1485 Delgany St. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free (children 18 and under), $7 (college students, teachers, military, seniors), $10 (adults and members).
Near East to Far West: Fictions of French and American Colonialism. Denver Art Museum, 100 W. 14th Ave. Parkway. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free (members and children ages 18 and younger), $12-$19.
The Sand Creek Massacre: The Betrayal that Changed Cheyenne and Arapaho People Forever. History Colorado Center, 1200 Broadway. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free (members), $15 (non-members).
Indigenous Arts of North America Galleries. Denver Art Museum, 100 W. 14th Ave. Parkway. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free (members and children ages 18 and younger), $12-$19.
*Until the Flood. Online. Anytime. Free.
Eat and drink
Cerebral Brewing Pop-Up. Cerebral Brewing Aurora Arts, 9990 E. Colfax Ave., Aurora. 4-8 p.m. (Friday), noon-8 p.m. (Saturday) and noon-6 p.m. (Sunday). No cover.
Correction: This article has been updated with the correct opponent facing the Colorado Avalanche on March 24.
