Take advantage of the long days and warm weather by getting out and enjoying a few of the special places that Denver has to offer! Some venues are even free (yes, free!)
Five Points Jazz Festival
When: June 8, 2024
This free festival celebrates the history of Denver's Five Points neighborhood. Once known as the Harlem of the West, Five Points was home to several jazz clubs that played host to many of jazz music's legends such as Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk and many more. The festival features a diverse lineup of music, from Latin to blues to funk and many other styles of jazz.
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Juneteenth Music Festival
When: June 15-16, 2024
Celebrate with a parade, live performances, art, vendors and fun for the entire family. Don’t miss the interactive and educational programming at acclaimed African American cultural institutions and landmarks.
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50th Annual Denver PrideFest
June 22-23, 2024
This two-day celebration of community and culture is welcoming, inclusive and fun for all attendees, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. There’s also a parade and 5K (run, walk, roll or sashay). The event is now celebrating 50 years!
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Cherry Blossom Festival
June 22–23, 2024
Fans of taiko drumming, teriyaki chicken, sake and Japanese artwork won't want to miss this annual festival in Sakura Square.
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Cherry Creek Arts Festival
July 5–7, 2024
The annual festival fills the streets of Cherry Creek North with more than 250 juried artists ready to share their talent with the world. Expect plenty of live music, kids’ activities, art, information about art education, food and more.
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Colorado Dragon Boat Festival
July 27–28, 2024
Experience The Mile High City's Asian and Asian American heritage with the biggest dragon boat festival in the country!
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Denver Museum of Nature & Science Free Days
Explore the Denver Museum of Nature & Science and all it has to offer: dinosaurs, dioramas, space exhibits, science experiments, a digital planetarium, an IMAX theatre and touring shows.
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Denver Art Museum
Explore the Denver Art Museum's galleries showcasing a world-famous Indigenous art collection, as well as traditional and contemporary art from around the world.
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Denver Zoo Free Days
Say hello to the animals for free on Denver Zoo's free days! Denver Zoo, located in City Park, spans over 75 acres and is home to more than 4,000 animals, including rare leopards, okapis, black rhinoceroses, elephants, vampire bats, orangutans, Komodo dragons and more!
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