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The monthly newsletter from the Office of Special Events has arrived! Discover exciting upcoming public events happening in Denver's parks and streets. Don't forget to mark your calendar!
Find even more information of public events on the Office of Special Events calendar.
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Event season is in full swing! Before you head out to your favorite festival or event, pay attention to weather forecasts. Bring plenty of water for hot days and have a plan for inclement weather.
Be a good neighbor! Be mindful of the community and its residents who live around parks and other public spaces where events are held. Pay attention to parking restrictions and pack out what you pack in!
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Indy Eve at Civic Center Park
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
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Denver’s beloved Indy Eve Presented by the City and County of Denver returns to Civic Center Park from 5 pm to 10pm with exciting new features. This family-friendly event will feature Denver’s largest drone show and will introduce a new concept event element, a NIGHT MARKET with local artisans, food trucks, and emerging young DJs. Enjoy a live performance by the Colorado Symphony Orchestra's Brass & Percussion Ensemble in the Greek Theater and light shows on Civic Center Park’s iconic structures.
Impacts: Please note the following road closures on July 3, 2024:
- 14th Ave: from Bannock to Broadway (12:00 AM - 11:59 PM, continuation of closure)
- Broadway: from Colfax to 13th Ave (8:30 PM - 11:30 PM)
- Lincoln: from 13th Ave to Colfax (9:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
- 14th Ave: from Broadway to Sherman (8:30 PM - 11:30 PM)
Find event details and updates at: Indy Eve at Civic Center Park
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Celebrate July 4th With Friends and Family at one of the community events below! | |
Colorado Black Arts Festival
Friday, July 12 through Sunday, July 14
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The 38th Annual Colorado Black Arts Festival is an exciting Denver tradition for the whole family, celebrating African American arts and culture. The festival will grace the lawns of Denver's City Park from Friday, July 12 through Sunday, July 14 with live music and entertainment every night across four different stages throughout the park.
The Boogaloo Celebration Parade takes place on Saturday, July 12 and will feature marching bands, drum and drill teams, floats, and more! The parade steps off at 10:30 am from 22nd Ave and proceeds east toward York St, entering City Park at 21st Ave and York.
Impacts: From July 12 to July 14, the roads from the Martin Luther King statue to Thatcher Fountain will be closed to all vehicles, bikes, and motorized transportation. Additionally, the park will be closed at the tennis courts entrance on Sunday, July 14 from 5 – 7:30 pm to manage traffic for City Park Jazz attendees and the Colorado Black Arts Festival.
Find event details and updates at: Colorado Black Arts Festival.
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Colorado Dragon Boat Festival
Saturday, July 27 & Sunday, July 28
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The 24th Annual Colorado Dragon Boat Festival returns to Sloan’s Lake Park on Saturday, July 27, 10 am – 7 pm and Sunday, July 28, 10 am – 5 pm with the ever popular Dragon Boat races starting at 8 am both days.
This year the festival celebrates the Year of the Dragon! The two-day festival will feature Dragon Boat Racing, the Taste of Asia Food Courts, the largest Asian marketplace in Denver, and performers from all over Colorado!
Impacts: Street closures and parking restrictions will be enforced from July 26, 12 am to July 28, 9 pm. Please adhere to all signage.
Street Closure Summary (North-South; West-East):
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W. 26th Ave will remain open.
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W. 25th Ave: Closed to Local Traffic, No Parking on both sides of street.
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W Byron Pl: Closed from Sheridan Blvd to Vrain St; Rideshares may enter to from Sheridan Blvd for drop off.
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Zenobia St, Yates St, Xavier St, Wolff St: Road Closed to Local Traffic; No Parking on east side.
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Wolff St, Oak St, Winona Ct: closed to local traffic; no parking on both sides of street
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Vrain St: Road Closed to Local Traffic; Rideshares may enter to drop off.
Plan your Trip
Festival Shuttles: There will be free shuttle service to and from Auraria Campus to Sloan’s Lake starting at 6:30 am to 4 pm every 20-30 minutes during the festival . The shuttle buses will enter Oak Street and exit on Vrain Street.
Shared Rides: Attendees are encouraged to utilize alternative modes of transportation such as Lyft/Uber to event as there is NO ONSITE PARKING. Bikes and scooters (under 50cc) may use the Bike Corrals staffed by our nonprofit partners
Accessibility: A limited number of first-come, first-served onsite parking spaces for those with disability plates and/or placards. Drop-off points will be at Byron & Zenobia and Byron & Vrain, with limited accessible parking on the south side of Byron, just east of Vrain.
Parking in the neighborhood is STRONGLY discouraged.
Find event details and updates at: Colorado Dragon Boat Festival.
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Spend Weekends in July Strolling Art Markets | |
Cherry Creek Arts Festival
Friday, July 5 through Sunday, July 7
The Cherry Creek Arts Festival returns to the streets of Cherry Creek North on Friday, July 5 and Saturday July 6, from 10 am to 8 pm and Sun July 7 from 10 am to 6 pm. Cherry Creek Arts Festival will transform the streets into every art appreciator’s dream. Check out the map and plan your days strolling this locally-owned and nationally-renowned festival.
Impacts: Due to public safety, there will be NO VEHICLE ACCESS on the festival site during event hours. Road closures and parking restrictions will be in effect from Thursday, July 4th at 6 AM to Sunday, July 7th at midnight. The affected areas are:
- 1st Ave – 3rd Ave on Detroit, Fillmore, Milwaukee, St. Paul, and Steele
- 1st Ave – 2nd Ave on Adams
- 2nd Ave from Clayton to Cook
Parking is available at the Cherry Creek Shopping Center for $3 all day, each day of the event.
Find event details and updates at: Cherry Creek Arts Festival.
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Cheesman Park Art Fest
Saturday, July 27 & Sunday July 28
The 11th Annual Cheesman Park Art Fest returns on Sat, July 27 and Sun, July 28 from 9 am - 5 pm beneath the trees of Cheesman Park. Enjoy the free two-day festival in one of Denver’s prized historic parks. Alongside the artwork, attendees can enjoy food trucks, folk and jazz music, and complimentary craft activities for kids!
Impacts: Although the event is entirely in the park with no street closures, please be aware of increased traffic.
Find event details and updates at: Cheesman Park Art Fest.
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Explore the more markets around Denver below! | |
Events for Every Interest! | |
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July is for events and they are a-plenty! See the most up-to-date information on events and other happenings on public property around the Denver area by checking out the Office of Special Events calendar.
CALENDAR TIPS
Use the "Search" option to search by event name, event location (e.g., City Park) or event type (e.g., parade). Select "List" to view in an easy-to-read list format.
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