The 12 best things to do in Greater Denver this weekend

October 16–18, 2026 · handpicked from everything on across Greater Denver.

This weekend brings a mix of live music headliners, fall festivals, and theatrical productions across the metro. From indie rock at intimate venues to major acts at Red Rocks and the Fillmore, plus family-friendly Halloween events, there's plenty to catch Friday through Sunday.

Julia WolfFriday · 6:30 PM · Fillmore Auditorium · DenverJulia Wolf brings indie pop energy to the Fillmore on Friday night. Doors open at 6:30 PM, all ages welcome.Joe Hisaishi with the Colorado SymphonyFriday · 7:30 PM · Boettcher Hall · DenverJoe Hisaishi conducts the Colorado Symphony at Boettcher Hall on Friday, performing orchestral music that spans film scores and classical traditions.Nikki Glaser: The Stunning TourFriday · 7:00 PM · Paramount Theatre · DenverNikki Glaser brings her stand-up tour to the Paramount Theatre on Friday with her signature comedy style.The Three Tenors: Trane, Rollins, and GetzSaturday · 12:00 AM · Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities · ArvadaThe Colorado Jazz Orchestra celebrates three tenor sax legends—Coltrane, Rollins, and Getz—at the Arvada Center on Saturday, marking Coltrane's centennial with high-powered performances.Pumpkin Harvest FestivalSaturday · 10:00 AM · Four Mile Historic Park · DenverThe Pumpkin Harvest Festival at Four Mile Historic Park runs Saturday afternoon with fall activities, food, and seasonal vibes. Named a 2025 Best Fall Festival runner-up by Colorado Parent Magazine.“Knock Your Boots Off” Golden Beverage Tasting & Chili CookoffSaturday · 1:00 PM · Parfet Park · GoldenGolden's 'Knock Your Boots Off' beverage tasting and chili cook-off happens Saturday at Parfet Park, featuring drink samples, live entertainment, and community food vendors.Dermot Kennedy: The Weight of the Woods TourSaturday · 8:00 PM · Red Rocks Amphitheatre · MorrisonDermot Kennedy performs at Red Rocks on Saturday night with opener Jonah Kagen, bringing indie-pop storytelling to the iconic venue.The Wrecks - Finally : OUTSIDE TourSaturday · 6:00 PM · Summit Music Hall · DenverThe Wrecks headline Summit Music Hall on Saturday evening with all-ages access, doors at 6 PM for their 'Finally: Outside Tour' stop.Still House String Band @ NTBC PalisadeSaturday · 4:00 PM · Palisade, 691 · GoldenStill House String Band brings progressive bluegrass to Palisade in Golden on Saturday night—2024 Telluride Bluegrass Festival Band Contest winners blending Appalachian tradition with modern jam-grass.5th Annual Howl-o-weenSunday · 12:00 PM · The Golden Mill · GoldenThe Golden Mill's 5th Annual Howl-o-ween on Sunday afternoon (12–3 PM) is a family-friendly Halloween celebration for pups and kids with costume contests and seasonal fun.Filipino-American History Month Celebration 2026Sunday · 10:00 AM · History Colorado Center · DenverThe Filipino-American History Month Celebration at History Colorado Center on Sunday honors the past and empowers the future with the fourth annual 'BAYANI' event.SALSA & BACHATA SUNDAYSSunday · 7:00 PM · La Rumba · DenverLa Rumba's Salsa & Bachata Sundays feature DJ Noslen spinning all night, with optional dance classes at 7 PM (Bachata) and 8 PM (Salsa) for $10–$15 cover.

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