Book your calendar, Denver events this week include puppies and margaritas, a festival dedicated to Painkillers, a dinner hosted by an award-winning sommelier, and more.
Don’t forget, tickets are on sale now for DiningOut Events’ Chicken Fight! So don’t sleep on it, score your place now. Also, the Surf Seafood Championship tickets are officially on sale, and you won’t want to miss this all-inclusive festival on July 30 in Sculpture Park.
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Now Until July 18: Painkiller Week at Adrift Tiki Bar
Join Adrift Tiki Bar as it dials up the tropical energy with the return of Painkiller Week. For five days the bar will highlight three versions of the historic rum classic, including a zero-proof one.
July 16: Oyster and Wine Mixer
Blue Island Oyster Bar Lone Tree will transform the patio into a summer tasting experience complete with over 25 wines, a spritz bar, chef-curated bites, and a bottomless oyster bar featuring shellfish from the restaurant group’s farm on Long Island’s Great South Bay. There’s also a wine pairing competition decided by the attendees.
Bonus: a portion of proceeds will benefit the Blue Island Oyster Foundation, Shucking Good Hospitality’s own nonprofit dedicated to protecting and restoring the Great South Bay through environmental stewardship and conservation efforts. Tickets are $115 a person, found here.
July 17 and 18: Tennyson Street Fair
The fourth annual Tennyson Street Fair returns next weekend, featuring a Wax Trax Records DJ pop-up, pickleball pop-up and pre-festival run club. Last year the free festival introduced the Berkeley Beer Festival which will return. Also expect over 200 local businesses set up on Tennyson Street, alongside food trucks, and live music. All of the weekend’s festivities, except the ticketed beer festival, are free.
July 18: Mutts and Margs Adoption Event
Head to FiNO this weekend at 1 p.m. for a puppy rescue and margarita extravaganza. As you meet the dogs from A Friend of Jack Rescue & Foster, you can sip a Patrón margarita.
Whether you’re hoping to adopt or simply want to spend the afternoon with some four-legged friends, everyone is welcome. Every cocktail purchased enters you into a fundraising raffle for a surprise gift package, with proceeds supporting A Friend of Jack’s rescue efforts. Reserve a spot here.
July 19: Y2K Drag Bingo Brunch
Break out your butterfly clips and velour and head to LoDo’s Denver Milk Market to brunch like its 2002. Held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., guests can enjoy throwback tunes and Y2K themed Drag Bingo led by favorite Denver queens. Purchase brunch bites such as the Italian Shakshuka and Breakfast Pizza, and an Adult Capri Sun cocktail pack. Entry is free, but reservations are encouraged.
July 20: Sommelier Jordan Salcito Comes to Denver
On Monday Denver native Jordan Salcito will host a special evening at Osteria Alberico in celebration of her new book, Smart Mouth: Wine Essentials for You, Me, & Everyone We Know, a guide to wine for the curious and uninitiated alike. The award-winning sommelier will lead the conversation over a four-course feast of frito misto, carpaccio with pesto, stracotto alla fiorentina, and lemon sorbetto. The $90 ticket includes food and a copy of her book, and wine pairings can be added on for $55. Reserve here.
July 23: The Big Eat
It’s time for another summer food festival, and this time the proceeds go to support EatDenver, an organization that aims to support the independent food and beverage industry. Expect tons of bites from popular restaurants around town, and endless samples of wine, beer, and spirits. The event takes place at the Denver Center of Performing Arts Complex in downtown from 6 to 9 p.m. Tickets run $105, and can be found here.
July 23: Adult Spelling Beer at Adrift
It’s that time of month again when Adrift Tiki Bar hosts an epic adult-themed spelling bee. Join the fun starting at 7 p.m. All you need to do is order at least two items, be that food or drink, and then you can officially sign up and vie for first, second, or third place. Yes, there will be prizes.
July 24 and 25: Joyride Brewing Company Block Party
Celebrate 12 years of this Edgewater staple with a two-day block party. The weekend features live music, a silent disco, a 12-brewery collaboration beer competition, custom hats, and a limited-edition party shirt. Also enjoy bites from food trucks La Baja Fish Tacos and Grill (both days) and Chicago Mo’s Beef (Saturday only).
July 24 and 25: Blucifer’s First Rodeo at Adrift
Blucifer’s First Rodeo, a new festival run by artists, comes to Denver on July 23 to 26. While the party will take place all over South Broadway, Adrift Tiki Bar is hosting live music both days from 6 to 11 p.m. Check out the full festival schedule here and get tickets (and get them fast, it’s selling out quickly).
July 25: Sunset Yoga and Happy Hour
What’s better than a roof during the sunset? Yoga and drinks, that’s what. From 6 to 8 p.m. Bloom Rooftop at Hyatt Centric Downtown Denver hosts an uplifting evening yoga flow followed by a happy hour featuring handcrafted, wellness-inspired cocktails. Best of all, 50% of each ticket will be donated to a local animal shelter, making this an opportunity to relax, connect, and give back to the community. Tickets are $25 and available here.
July 30: Surf Seafood Championship
Get down with endless bites of fresh seafood prepared by top chefs from around Denver at the second iteration of Surf Seafood Championship. Brought to you by DiningOut Events (Top Taco, RARE, and Chicken Fight!), the event takes place at the Denver Center of Performing Arts on Thursday, July 30 from 7 to 10 p.m., or 6 to 10 p.m. with First Taste or VIP tickets.
