Denver Fun, Upcoming Weekend Events

Is that love in the air or just a chance to drink beers in a wizarding robe? Sure, Valentine’s Day is around the corner (next Friday, people!), but let’s focus on what’s really important this weekend: there’s a Wizard-themed beer fest. And a tiki bar popup. And extreme winter athletes are descending on Copper Mountain for the Dew Fest. There’s a whole weekend of fun awaiting, so get out there and give these events your full attention.

See extreme athletes at the Winter Dew Tour

Thursday, February 6 - Sunday, February 9
Copper Mountain
Featuring some of the best extreme winter sports athletes, this event is also a weekend party and the perfect excuse for a mountain escape.
Cost: Competitions are free to attend

Go to a Genghis Cohen bar takeover

Friday, February 7
Zeppelin Station
The Made in a City series continues at Zeppelin Station with an ode to L.A. As part of the ongoing event, you can experience a Los Angeles classic right here in Denver for one night only. Genghis Cohen comes to the Mile High starting at 8pm serving up bites (‘til 10pm) and drinks (‘til 2am). DJ Neon Brown will also be on hand to provide the all vinyl soundtrack to the evening. 8pm-2am.
Cost: Free to attend

Get schooled on how to make low (and no) ABV cocktails

Saturday, February 8
Poka Lola
Dry January may be over but the trend for less boozy beverages continues. Learn how to create delicious drinks with less alcohol at the latest cocktail class from the pros at Poka Lola. The experience includes at least two drinks and some small snacks along. 
Cost: $45

Get a haircut for a good cause at a tiki-themed cut-a-thon for Australia

Saturday, February 8
Rosemont Barbershop at Dairy Block
This is one fundraiser where you’ll leave looking better than you did when you showed up. Get a fresh cut during this event to help raise money for WIRES, Australian Red Cross, and NSW Rural Fire Service. Run for the Roses will also be there pouring some specialty tiki cocktails, and even if you don’t need a haircut, you can get a raffle ticket for some sweet gear from Uncle Rocco’s.
Cost: Cuts start at $40 and all proceeds from cuts and cocktails are being donated so be generous; raffle tickets are $5

Enjoy an early Valentine’s dinner with An Evening of Reds & Rosés

Saturday, February 8
The Nickel
Why wait until the 14th for a special date night? Join chef Ian Schlegel and an Orin Swift Cellars sommelier for a four course meal paired with a variety of red and rosé wines. You’ll also get  access to a special discounted room rate at the Hotel Teatro if you’d like to make this a full on staycation.
Cost: $65/person or $115/couple

Learn to make pizza dough from scratch

Sunday, February 9
Pizzeria Locale Broadway, Highlands, and Stapleton
When you’re craving a hot cheesy pie, your options are typically delivery or carry out. But what about homemade? Add this skill to your culinary repertoire at this class where you’ll learn how to make and stretch dough from the pizza pros themselves. The class fee includes a glass of wine or a beer and some fun freebies including a t-shirt and a sweet finish -- some of Pizzeria Locale’s popular budino (butterscotch pudding with chocolate ganache)
Cost: $25/person

Drink heaps of beer at the Wizard’s Beer Fest

Sunday, February 9
Diebolt Brewing Company
Break out the robes, gowns, and wands. A wizard-themed beer fest is appearing in Denver this weekend. Your tickets grant you access to one welcome-beer plus five tokens for more brews and activities. Expect tarot card readers, DJs, a wand making class, and more. There are three session times to choose from.
Cost: $45

Shop for Valentine’s gifts at a pop-up craft market

Sunday, February 9
Ratio Beerworks
Order a beer then explore the goods at this market that’s popping up just in time for Valentine’s gift shopping. It’s all happening from 1-5pm with a variety of vendors selling everything from jewelry and crafts to vintage finds from members of the Whitesands Collective
Cost: Free to attend

Eat a really, really fancy pizza in honor of National Pizza Day

Sunday, February 9
Gattara Restaurant
Forget plain old pepperoni. This pizza pairing experience is on a whole new level. Gattara is stepping up the pie game with a special steak carpaccio pizza and wine pairing for National Pizza Day complete with a shower of shaved black truffles on top.
Cost: $100 includes the pie and two glasses of wine

Go to the grand opening of Third Culture Bakery

Sunday, February 9
9935 E Colfax Ave, Aurora
Straight from their success in the Bay area, this unique bakery that features mochi muffins is making its Colorado debut. The fun kicks off at 12pm with dancers and a ribbon cutting ceremony. There will also be giveaways and prizes throughout the day, specialty match drinks, and a free mochi muffin for anyone that RSVPs through Eventbrite.
Cost: Depends how much you eat