Looking for weekend plans? Nina Blanco ran around town and found at least 10 things for you to do this weekend with family and friends! From kid-friendly activities to fun brunch plans with your friends, it’s all listed below! Each event has a link for more details. Have a great weekend! -Nina Blanco
Friday, May 17:
Park After Dark – Movie Night (Commerce City)
Join us for a fun and free movie in the park! We will have family-friendly activities, snacks, and we are showing the animated classic “Lilo & Stitch” Rated PG. Movie begins at sunset, event starts at 7:30 p.m.
Shrek Rave (Denver)
Shrek Rave comes to Cervantes’ Masterpiece! Doors 9pm / Show 9pm
Ages 18+
Saturday, May 18:
Chalk Lines & Vines 2024 (Aurora)
Come have a blast at Arapahoe County’s fourth annual spring wine and chalk art festival at the Fairgrounds on May 18 and 19! Sample wine from 15+ Colorado wineries and watch live chalk artists create their masterpieces. Enjoy bands throughout the day, shop with local vendors, play croquet, sip ‘n paint, and more. Bring a picnic or hit the food trucks!
2nd Annual Plant Swap (Wheat Ridge)
Due to high demand and a huge turnout last year, Denver Plant Swap will be hosting our second annual plant swap on May 18th from 2-4pm at Anderson Park in WheatRidge CO. This event is a great place to trade new and old house plants alike! You can bring house plants that no longer bring you joy or you have had a hard time caring for, and get something new in return.
RiNo Spring BAZAAR (Denver)
Denver BAZAAR presented by Prefare Meals, returns to Zeppelin Station in RiNo for Spring BAZAAR! This outdoor market will feature 80+ carefully curated vendors, live DJ, springtime sips and local craft beer, food hall eats, and more! FREE entry, all ages!
Cherry Creek Fresh Market (Denver)
SAME TIME, SAME PLACE, FRESH SPACE! The Colorado Fresh Market, presented by Huntington Bank, has moved to east side of the shopping center in the surface lot just South of Macy’s off Steele Street. Stroll through the sunny, al fresco market and pick up all your favorite local products from Colorado farmers and vendors offering fresh fruits and vegetables, fragrant flowers, local dairy, and specialty food items at the Colorado Fresh Market. Every Saturday, May 4th – October 12th, 9am – 2pm. As always, parking for Colorado Fresh Market is complimentary.
Drag Brunch at The Rouge (Englewood)
Get ready to sashay your way to a fabulous weekend brunch experience! Join us at The Rouge for our amazing Drag Brunch every 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month! Our vivacious drag queens will have you dancing in your seats while you enjoy delicious brunch dishes, a whole new menu of wine flights, bottomless mimosas, micheladas, and bloody marys! Book your table now and get ready to indulge in a brunch experience like no other! The show starts at 11:30am every Saturday, don’t miss out on the fun!
Stanley AANHPI Night Market (Aurora)
Celebrate the rich culture of Asian heritage throughout the month of May at Stanley, and on May 18 from 2:00 – 8:00 pm, join us for a traditional Asian Night Market where you’ll enjoy a variety of cultural performances, shopping and sweet and savory treats and drinks to enjoy while you explore.
Spring Gala Masquerade Ball (Denver)
Join the Denver Art Society at our Spring Gala and Masquerade Ball!
Dress to Impress! 734 Santa Fe Dr. Denver, CO 80204
Sunset Silent Disco (Greenwood Village)
Join Pindustry in Greenwood Village for Sunset Silent Disco on our World Famous SkyDeck! Every Saturday 7pm-10pm.
FREE event | Silent Disco Headphones | 5 Stations to choose from
Sunday, May 19:
S. Pearl Street Sunday Farmers Market (Denver)
This premier market lines a beautiful historic block with live music and an amazing selection of local produce, boutique and specialty foods.
Highlands Ranch Farmers’ Market (Highlands Ranch)
Sundays from 10 am – 2 pm or sellout
Highlands Ranch Town Center
9288 Dorchester St.
Shop Local – Lots of fun for everyone!