The 10 best things to do in Greater Denver this weekend

September 18–20, 2026 · handpicked from everything on across Greater Denver.

This weekend Golden throws a decade-long party while Denver serves up everything from Bocelli's voice under the stars to bluegrass, metal, and a Tony-winning musical — a genuinely eclectic stretch for the region.

WanderFest ‘26 (10th Anniversary Party)Friday · 12:00 PM · New Terrain Brewing · GoldenNew Terrain Brewing marks ten years in business with a Friday kickoff full of music and rare beer releases — a fitting way to start the weekend in Golden.Celebrate Constitution Week at Golden History MuseumSaturday · 10:00 AM · Golden History Museum & Park · GoldenThe Mount Lookout Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution brings a traveling Revolutionary-era exhibit to the Golden History Museum, a low-key but interesting way to spend part of Saturday.Colorado 150 Film Festival – MSU Denver Professor DiscussionsSaturday · 7:00 PM · Various Denver Theaters · DenverColorado's first statewide film festival hits Denver theaters with professor-led discussions from MSU Denver faculty, a rare chance to dig into the state's cinematic history with some scholarly context.Andrea BocelliSunday · 8:00 PM · Red Rocks Amphitheatre · MorrisonAndrea Bocelli brings his classical vocal power to Red Rocks, always a striking pairing of world-class sound and that famous red-rock backdrop.Billy Strings at Paramount TheatreSunday · 7:30 PM · Paramount Theatre · DenverBilly Strings plays the Paramount Theatre, a great chance to catch one of bluegrass's most electrifying live acts in a historic downtown Denver venue.Chat Pile (16 and Over)Sunday · 7:30 PM · Gothic Theatre · EnglewoodChat Pile and Soul Glo bring their sludge and metal energy to the Gothic Theatre in Englewood for anyone craving something heavier this Sunday.Japan Fest with JA-NE Cultural Mixtape at Levitt Pavilion DenverSunday · 4:00 PM · Levitt Pavilion Denver · DenverLevitt Pavilion hosts Japan Fest with JA-NE Cultural Mixtape, blending music and cultural celebration in one of Denver's favorite outdoor venues.Golden GallopSunday · 7:45 AM · Downtown Golden · GoldenGolden's biggest annual race hits its 20th year, closing out downtown streets for runners and spectators alike on Sunday morning.The Outsiders (Touring)Sunday · 1:00 PM · Buell Theatre · DenverThe touring musical adaptation of The Outsiders lands at the Buell Theatre, bringing the classic coming-of-age story to Denver's biggest stage.Denver Jazz Festival (All Ages, 10 and Under Free)Sunday · 5:20 PM · Ellie Caulkins Opera House · DenverThe Denver Jazz Festival takes over the Ellie Caulkins Opera House, a welcoming, all-ages showcase of the genre in a grand setting.

Looking for the current weekend? See what’s on in Greater Denver this weekend →