The 10 best things to do in Greater Denver this weekend

Live music leads the weekend across Denver, with jazz in Lakewood, a Miles Davis centennial, and a strong run of Friday and Saturday shows. Sunday brings a Veterans Day concert and a few offbeat comedy and music nights to round things out.

LCColorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra presents Miles of Miles: A Centennial CelebrationFriday · 7:00 PM · Lakewood Cultural Center · LakewoodThe Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra's small band marks Miles Davis's 100th birthday, tracing his influence from bebop to fusion, with trumpeter Shane Endsley featured. A thoughtful Friday night at the Lakewood Cultural Center.OEKGNU Pres. Los Gaiteros de San Jacinto & Carmelo Torres: Madre CumbiaFriday · 9:00 PM · Ophelia's Electric Soapbox · DenverKGNU presents Los Gaiteros de San Jacinto and Carmelo Torres for a night of Colombian cumbia at Ophelia's Electric Soapbox. It's 21+, so bring your ID and plan for a lively dance floor.GHKatie Pruitt w/ Fancy Hagood + Sophia ElianaFriday · 8:00 PM · Globe Hall · DenverKatie Pruitt headlines a Friday night at Globe Hall with Fancy Hagood and Sophia Eliana. It's a good pick for fans of intimate singer-songwriter sets.GHThe Cactus Blossoms w/ Margo CilkerSaturday · 8:00 PM · Globe Hall · DenverThe Cactus Blossoms bring their harmony-driven country to Globe Hall on Saturday, with Margo Cilker opening. A cozy, well-matched bill for a Saturday night.NCJohn Scofield's "Electrospective" featuring Oteil Burbridge, Larry Goldings & Adam DeitchSaturday · 7:30 PM · Newman Center for the Performing Arts · DenverJohn Scofield's Electrospective brings his funk-jazz blend to the Newman Center with Oteil Burbridge, Larry Goldings, and Adam Deitch. A strong Saturday pick for jazz and groove fans.BRSunday Swing with The Flatirons Jazz OrchestraSunday · 4:00 PM · The Buffalo Rose · GoldenThe Flatirons Jazz Orchestra hosts a Sunday swing evening at the Buffalo Rose in Golden, with food service from 4:00 and a free dance lesson from 4:00 to 5:00. A warm, sociable way to end the weekend.LCRocky Mountain Brassworks presents With Honor - A Veterans Day ConcertSunday · 4:00 PM · Lakewood Cultural Center · LakewoodRocky Mountain Brassworks presents With Honor, a musical tribute to those who have served, at the Lakewood Cultural Center on Sunday at 4:00. A fitting Veterans Day weekend concert.MAGood Night, OscarFriday · 7:30 PM · Miners Alley Performing Arts Center, 1100 Miners Alley, Golden, CO · GoldenMiners Alley's regional premiere of Good Night, Oscar follows the life of Oscar Levant, played by Denver's David Nehls. It's a theatrical evening in Golden, with performances on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.DCMichael Rowland (Animal Control, Just For Laughs, Tonight Show) Live in Denver - Plus Free Pizza! (Fri Nov 6, 7:30 PM)Friday · 7:30 PM · Denver Comedy Underground · DenverMichael Rowland brings his easygoing, unpredictable stand-up to Denver Comedy Underground on Friday night, and free pizza is included. A low-key laugh-filled start to the weekend.BTAli WongSaturday · 8:00 PM · Bellco Theatre · DenverAli Wong performs at the Bellco Theatre on Saturday night. It's a headline comedy show with broad appeal.

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