Denver features incredible events you can enjoy this August, and we’ve rounded up them up 34 of them, so you can celebrate the hot summer month, in multiple unique, and memorable ways!
34 THINGS TO DO IN DENVER THIS AUGUST 2017
#1 EVENINGS AL FRESCO AT DENVER BOTANIC GARDENS
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When: Mondays through Thursdays throughout August, 2017
Where: Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St, Denver, CO 80206
Time: 5pm – 8pm
Cost: General Admission
Psst… 50% Off Admission during the SCFD Showcase – August 2nd, 9th & 16th, 2017
Spend your weekday summer evenings enjoying al fresco style dinners at the Denver Botanic Gardens. Dinners include: Meatless Mondays, Hand Tossed Tuesdays, Barbequed Wednesdays & Burger Thursdays.
#2 COLORADO ADVENTURES ON THE PLAZA AT DEN
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When: August 1st – August 20th, 2017
Where: Denver International Airport, 8500 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249
Time: 10am – 7pm
Cost: Free
The DEN Plaza will be transformed into a variety of Colorado adventure activities for the whole family. The activities include a zip-line, rock climbing wall and virtual fly fishing experience.
#3 WORLD’S FAIR OF MONEY
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When: August 1st – August 5th, 2017
Where: Colorado Convention Center, 700 14th St, Denver, CO 80202
Time: Tuesday 1pm – 6pm; Wednesday – Friday 10am – 6pm; Saturday 10am – 4pm
Cost: $8; Free on Saturday & for Children 11 & Under
American Numismatic Association World’s Fair of Money is coming to the Colorado Convention Center and will feature more than $1 billion of historic rare coins and colorful currency including $100,000 bills and a nickel worth $3 million — plus, find out what your old coins and currency may be worth.
#4 TIM MCGRAW & FAITH HILL
Photograph courtesy of ©Soul2Soul
When: August 1st, 2017
Where: Pepsi Center, 1000 Chopper Cir, Denver, CO 80204
Time: 6pm
Cost: $25 – $119.50
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Tim McGraw & Faith Hill will be performing live at the Pepsi Center with their tour: Soul2Soul.
#5 WAGNER’S BACK TO SCHOOL CARNIVAL
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When: August 2nd – August 6th, 2017
Where: Town Center at Aurora, 14200 E Alameda Ave, Aurora, CO 80012
Time: Varies
Cost: $1 Per Ticket; $22 – $25 Wristbands
Wagner’s Carnival is coming to Town Center at Aurora with a special, Back to School Carnival, in honor of the upcoming new school year. The carnival will feature many different types of rides from delightful kid rides for the youngsters to family rides, to spectacular, giant thrill rides for the more adventurous.
#6 GUNS N’ ROSES
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When: August 2nd, 2017
Where: Sports Authority Field at Mile High, 1701 Bryant St, Denver, CO 80204
Time: 6pm – 11pm
Cost: Starting from $35
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The resurgent Guns N’ Roses and their massively successful Not In This Lifetime Tour continue to show no signs of slowing down as the legendary band storms into 2017 with more than 30 stadium shows lined up across Europe and North America, and this month they are making a Denver stop at Sports Authority Field at Mile High.
#7 DOUGLAS COUNTY FAIR & RODEO
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When: August 3rd – August 6th, 2017
Where: Douglas County Fair, 500 Fairgrounds Rd, Castle Rock, CO 80104
Time: Thursday 2pm –11pm; Friday 12pm – 11:30pm; Saturday 10:30am – 11:30pm; Sunday 7:30am – 6pm
Cost: Varies
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Psst… Receive $2 Off Online Tickets with Promo Code: DC02
Douglas County Fair & Rodeo is a family tradition featuring two entertainment stages, three PRCA Rodeos, Xtreme Bulls, Carnival, Mutton Bustin’, Stick Horse Rodeo, Pancake Breakfast, 4-H and FFA exhibits – including livestock, general projects and the Jr. Livestock Sale.
#8 DENVER BURGER BATTLE
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When: August 3rd, 2017
Where: Tivoli Quad Park, 1363 E 9th Ave, Denver, CO 80218
Time: 5:30pm VIP; 6:30pm GA
Cost: $69.99 GA; $124.99 VIP
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The Denver Burger Battle is a Burger Cook-Off event where you get to taste the top 16 burgers in Denver and vote for a winner! Net proceeds go to event non-profit, Kossler Foundation, and will be distributed to charities in Denver helping hunger, economic development, & child welfare.
Psst… Check out our featured article for this event!
#9 MARVEL UNIVERSE LIVE! AGE OF HEROES
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When: August 4th – August 6th, 2017
Where: Pepsi Center, 1000 Chopper Cir, Denver, CO 80204
Time: Friday 7pm; Saturday 11am, 3pm & 7pm; Sunday 1pm & 5pm
Cost: $20 – $100
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Marvel Universe Live! Age of Heroes will showcase a live, action-packed, legendary battle to defend the universe from evil. This all new show unites some of Marvel’s greatest Super Heroes including Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, Black Panther, Hulk and Black Widow against some of the most threatening villains.
#10 DANCING WITH THE STARS: LIVE! HOT SUMMER NIGHTS
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When: August 4th, 2017
Where: Bellco Theatre, 700 14th St, Denver, CO 80202
Time: 8pm
Cost: $39.50 – $125
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Dancing with the Stars: Live! – Hot Summer Nights will feature the TV show’s ballroom dancers and celebrities in an all-new production, showcasing every type of ballroom and modern dance seen on ABC’s hit show Dancing with the Stars, including sizzling group numbers, steamy duets and over the top original pieces.
#11 DENVER INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL
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When: August 5th, 2017
Where: Civic Center Park, 101 W 14th Ave, Denver, CO 80204
Time: 10am – 8pm
Cost: Free
The Mile High City is home to more than two million Denver locals representing hundreds of countries and cultures from around the world. The Denver International Festival is a celebration of the best traditional food, music and art from our own backyard. Come dance, eat, drink and play and in the heart of Denver at Civic Center Park.
Activities include: CommUNITY Fitness, International Beer & Wine Tasting, International Tug of War Challenge, a Kids Village – complete with face painting, a balloon artist, bubble stations, arts & crafts, and live characters, and more.
#12 LYNYRD SKYNYRD
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When: August 6th, 2017
Where: Hudson Gardens & Event Center, 6115 S Santa Fe Dr, Littleton, CO 80120
Time: 7:30pm
Cost: $69 Adults; $59 Children
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Lynyrd Skynyrd will be performing live at the Hudson Gardens & Event Center.
#13 MIRANDA LAMBERT
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When: August 8th – August 9th, 2017
Where: Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre, 18300 W Alameda Pkwy, Morrison, CO 80465
Time: 7:30pm
Cost: $49.75 GA; $69.75 Reserved
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Miranda Lambert will be performing two nights in-a-row at Red Rocks Amphitheatre, with special guests: Randy Rogers & Wade Bowen.
#14 GREEN DAY
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When: August 9th, 2017
Where: Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre, 6350 Greenwood Plaza Blvd, Englewood, CO 80111
Time: 6:30pm
Cost: $20
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Green Day will be performing live at Fiddlers Green Amphitheatre, with special guests, Catfish and the Bottlemen.
#15 VELORAMA FESTIVAL
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When: August 11th – August 13th, 2017
Where: RiNo Art District, Denver, CO 80205
Time: Varies
Cost: Starting from $35
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Velorama is a new kind of festival, combining the Colorado Classic, a world-class pro cycling race, with headliner music acts and a full-on, 3-day street party in the RiNo Art District. Twelve blocks of RiNo Art District will be transformed into a festival for an incredible weekend of bands, bikes and beyond, lasting through the big race finale on Sunday.
In addition to music, the RiNo street party will be packed with all kinds of fun, including the Drink RiNo Beer Garden, a bike expo, special events, local food, the Denver Flea, and more.
#16 BRICK FEST LIVE LEGO® FAN EXPERIENCE
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When: August 12th – August 13th, 2017
Where: Denver Mart, 451 E 58th Ave, Denver, CO 80216
Time: 10am – 6pm; VIP additional hour from 9am
Cost: $22 GA; $47 VIP; Free for Children 2 & Under
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The Brick Fest Live LEGO® Fan Experience is filled with hands-on attractions and activities engineered to inspire, educate, and entertain, with over one million LEGO® bricks. Attraction include: The Glow Zone, video game arena, mini golf, Brick Fest Theater Trivia & Entertainment, mosaics, shopping, and more.
#17 POLISH FOOD FESTIVAL
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When: August 12th – August 13th, 2017
Where: St Joseph Polish Catholic Church, 517 E 46th Ave, Denver, CO 80216
Time: Saturday 12pm – 9pm; Sunday – 12pm – 7pm
Cost: Free
The Polish Food Festival is an annual celebration of Polish culture, food and ethnicity. This event spans over two days and will include Polish food & pastries, Polish Beer, a children’s play zone, live music, and special vendor booths.
#18 CENTENNIAL UNDER THE STARS: CONCERT & LASER LIGHT SHOW
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When: August 12th, 2017
Where: Centennial Center Park, 13050 E Peakview Ave, Centennial, CO 80111
Time: 6pm – 10pm
Cost: Free
The 12th Annual Centennial Under the Stars Concert & Laser Light Show will feature live music by Quincy Ave Rhythm Band, P O P F I L T E R, and headliner the Tom Petty Project, Colorado’s premier Tom Petty cover band. Enjoy food trucks, free face painting and a dazzling laser light show to top off the evening.
#19 CHERRY CREEK NORTH FOOD & WINE
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When: August 12th, 2017
Where: Cherry Creek North, Denver, CO 80206
Time: 6pm – 9pm; VIP from 5pm
Cost: $75 – $105
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The 9th Annual Cherry Creek North Food & Wine offers an exclusive opportunity to sample dishes from 17 Cherry Creek North restaurants, while enjoying beverages from Vineyard, Stranahan’s and Wynkoop Brewing Company. All topped off with a night of dancing to a live band on Fillmore Plaza in Cherry Creek North.
#20 PERSEIDS METEOR SHOWER STAR PARTY
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When: August 12th, 2017
Where: South Platte Park and Carson Nature Center, 3000 W Carson Dr, Littleton, CO 80120
Time: 8pm – 10pm
Cost: $5 – $35
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South Suburban Parks & Recreation is hosting a Perseids Meteor Shower Party at South Platte Park. Join them after park general hours to watch meteor showers, stargaze, and to understand connections with the solstice and equinox.
#21 ED SHEERAN
Photograph courtesy of ©Ed Sheeran
When: August 15th, 2017
Where: Pepsi Center, 1000 Chopper Cir, Denver, CO 80204
Time: 7:30pm
Cost: $39.50 – $99.50
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Ed Sheeran will perform live at the Pepsi Center with special guest, James Blunt.
#22 DISNEY’S FROZEN: THE BROADWAY-BOUND MUSICAL
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When: August 17th – August 31st, 2017
Where: Buell Theatre at Denver Center for the Performing Arts, 1350 Curtis Street, Denver, CO 80202
Time: Varies
Cost: Starting from $30
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Disney’s Broadway-bound Musical Frozen, inspired by the hit award-winning film, will take stage at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. Frozen, features more music, incredible stagecraft, and the epic story you love – now told as a full-length Broadway musical.
#23 AN EVENING WITH IDINA MENZEL
Photograph courtesy of ©Fiddlers Green Amphitheatre
When: August 18th, 2017
Where: Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre, 6350 Greenwood Plaza Blvd, Englewood, CO 80111
Time: 8pm
Cost: $29 – $105.50
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Idina Menzel will perform live at Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre.
Psst… With every online ticket purchased, you’ll receive a choice of either a standard physical or standard digital copy of her new album!
#24 DENVER COLORFEST
When: August 19th, 2017
Where: EXDO, 1399 35th St, Denver, CO 80205
Time: 2pm – 2am
Cost: $15 – $35
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Denver ColorFest, Presented by White Wolf Productions, is Denver’s largest body art festival and will feature colored body paint during the day, and glow party at night. Live music, food and drinks are part of this event.
#25 WESTWORD TACOLANDIA
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When: August 20th, 2017
Where: Civic Center Park, 101 14th Avenue, Denver, CO 80204
Time: 3pm – 7pm
Cost: $25 – $75
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Westword Tacolandia will feature over 40 taquerias and Mexican restaurants in Denver, offering unlimited taco samples, live entertainment, a cash bar and an annual car show.
#26 SAM HUNT
Photograph courtesy of ©Sam Hunt’s Official Facebook Page
When: August 21st – August 22nd, 2017
Where: Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre, 18300 W Alameda Pkwy, Morrison, CO 80465
Time: 7pm
Cost: Check StubHub for Re-Sell Pricing
Sam Hunt will be performing two nights in-a-row at Red Rocks Amphitheatre.
#27 HIGH PLAINS COMEDY FESTIVAL
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When: August 24th – August 26th, 2017
Where: Paramount Theatre, Mutiny Information Cafe, The Hi-Dive, 3 Kings Tavern & Badgers Pub
Cost: Varies
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The High Plains Comedy Festival is a three-day festival in Denver that features the world’s best performers both in the historic South Broadway district and in the culminating show of the 2017 festival: T.J Miller.
Psst… Denver Burger Battle, Denver International Festival & High Plains Comedy Festival, were also features in our ‘Summer Festivals 2017 Colorado‘ guide!
#28 THE LUMINEERS
Photograph courtesy of ©The Lumineers
When: August 25th – August 27th, 2017
Where: Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre, 6350 Greenwood Plaza Blvd, Englewood, CO 80111
Time: Friday & Saturday 7pm; Sunday 6:30pm
Cost: $29.95 – $65
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97.3 KBCO Presents, The Lumineers, live at Fiddlers Green Amphitheatre, with special guests: Andrew Bird & The Cave Singers.
#29 DEPECHE MODE
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When: August 25th, 2017
Where: Pepsi Center, 1000 Chopper Cir, Denver, CO 80204
Time: 7:30pm
Cost: $39.50 – $185
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Depeche Mode will make a stop in Denver, with their Global Spirit Tour, with special guest, War Paint.
#30 THE COLOR RUN DREAM TOUR
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When: August 26th, 2017
Where: Coors Field, 2001 Blake St, Denver, CO 80205
Time: 11am – 6pm
Cost: $49.99 Individual; $44.99 Team
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The Color Run Dream Tour, Presented by Lay’s®, is coming to Denver and will feature an all-new Lay’s® Poppables™ Foam Zone, Unicorn Medal, inspirational Dream Wall, giant inflatable unicorns, and Purple Color Zone.
Psst… The Color Run supports Children’s Hospital Colorado Foundation!
#31 DENVER BRUNCHFEST
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When: August 27th, 2017
Where: Civic Center Park, 101 14th Avenue, Denver, CO 80204
Time: 11am – 2pm
Cost: $65 – $95
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Denver BrunchFest will feature dozens of restaurants with a large variety of brunch dishes to sample until your heart is content. Mingle with other brunch lovers while enjoying live entertainment as you soak in the Colorado sunshine.
Psst… Denver BrunchFest supports the Kids’ Compassion Project & Minds Matter of Denver!
#32 LADY ANTEBELLUM
Photograph courtesy of ©Lady Antebellum’s Official Facebook Page
When: August 29th, 2017
Where: Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre, 6350 Greenwood Plaza Blvd, Englewood, CO 80111
Time: 7:30pm
Cost: $26.75 – $101.75
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Lady Antebellum will be performing live at Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre with special guests, Kelsea Ballerini & Brett Young.
#33 LIONEL RICHIE & MARIAH CAREY
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When: August 29th, 2017
Where: Pepsi Center, 1000 Chopper Cir, Denver, CO 80204
Time: 7pm
Cost: $39.95 – $99.50
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Lionel Richie will be performing live his tour: All the Hits, at the Pepsi Center, with very special guest, Mariah Carey.
#34 SUMMER SCREAM AT LAKESIDE AMUSEMENT PARK
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When: August 31st, 2017
Where: Lakeside Amusement Park, 4601 Sheridan Blvd, Denver, CO 80212
Time: 6:30pm – 11:30pm; VIP from 5:30pm
Cost: $50 – $130
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Denver Film Society is hosting their Summer Scream event at Lakeside Amusement Park. This annual event, currently in its 7th year, features unlimited rides, open bars, and unlimited fun.
Psst… All proceeds from this event support the Denver Film Society!