Denver Weekender: Nov. 9-12

Veteran’s Day Parade, tasty mussels & wine, last weekend of Red Rocks 2023

It’s Thursday and the 9th day of November, Denver

What’s in store for today:

  • Veteran’s Day Parade

  • Mussels & Wine

  • Last weekend of Red Rocks 2023

NEWS

✈️ United Airlines is expanding operations out of Denver International Airport (DIA), announcing two new flights to San Juan, Puerto Rico & Montego Bay, Jamaica - woohoo! At the same time, Spirit Airlines plans to cease operations out of DIA in early January - boooo.

EVENTS

🇺🇸 Veteran's Day Parade & Festival | City Park | Saturday, November 11 | 9am - 1pm | FREE | Come show support for the local veterans. Spectators will enjoy corporate floats, car clubs, marching units, bands, and more. Learn more here.

🍂 Tennyson Fall Fest | Tennyson Street | Saturday, November 11 | 10am - 6pm | FREE | Shop from 200+ local businesses and vendors at this market-artisan-style festival, performances from local bands, and even a pet parade. Learn more here.

🧺 South Pearl Farmers Market | Boulder | Sunday, November 12 | 9am - 1pm | | FREE | Dozens of vendors and a handful of food trucks. Learn more here.

FOOD & DRINK

❄️ Winter Season Kickoff | Orchid Denver | Friday, November 10th | 4-9pm | FREE | Kick off the ski season with a retro ski party! Dress in your retro ski gear and celebrate a new ski season with drinks, music, and great vibes. RSVP here for free entry. 21+

🕺AYCD Silent Disco | Mile High Spirits: Party Tent | Friday, November 10th | 10pm-1:30am | Tickets $25 | Have a fun night with all-you-can-drink beverages, while jamming out to your favorite tunes! Look here to get your tickets now. 21+

🌶️ Chili Contest | Highlands Masonic Temple | Saturday, November 11th | 6-9pm | Tickets $60 | Enjoy unlimited samples from Colorado craft breweries, distilleries, and local chefs! All proceeds benefit “Bring the Heat and Bring the Hope,” which supports kids with cancer. Check out ticket options here.

Happy Hour of the Week

🥂 Mollusk Mondays | Angelo’s Taverna

$7 steamed mussels every Monday + 3-6, and 9-close happy hour drinks/food daily!

It's one of our all-time favorite seafood spots! Huge portions of mussels for only $7, go during happy hour and pair it with a glass of wine. It has a great outdoor patio, making it a great spot to head to with a group of friends!

OUTDOOR

Kristin Ward [via AllTrails]

HIKE: Rattlesnake Gulch Trail

⛰️ Eldorado Canyon State Park | 40 min from Denver | Moderate

2.9-mile out-and-back trail near Eldorado Springs, Colorado. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 hr 36 min to complete. Stunning view of the Continental Divide. You need to purchase a park pass for $10 per day. (One of Lauren’s favorites!)

Weather Report: ☀️ 52° high this weekend in Eldorado Springs, Colorado

LIVE MUSIC

🐱 Doja Cat - The Scarlet Tour | Ball Arena | Friday, November 9 | 7:30pm | Tickets $70+

🪕 Tracy Bryd | Grizzly Rose | Friday, November 10 | 8pm | 18+ | Tickets $22+

🐍 DJ Snake | Red Rocks | Saturday, November 11 | 6pm | Tickets $80+

SPORTS & FITNESS

🏒 Colorado Avalanche vs. Seattle Kraken | Ball Arena | Thursday, November 9 | 7pm | Tickets 40+

🏒 Colorado Avalanche vs. St. Louis Blues | Ball Arena | Saturday, November 11 | 7pm | Tickets $58+

🇺🇸 Veterans Day Run | City Park | Saturday, November 11 | 9am | $40-60 | 15th annual Denver Veterans Day Run. Runners, joggers, and walkers of all abilities to complete either 5K or 10K races. Register here.

🥗 Live Crisp Yoga | Lowry Crisp & Green | Saturday, November 11 | 9:30-10:30 am | FREE | Complimentary yoga class put on by YogaSix followed by BOGO salads & grain bowls after; bring your own mat!

🐠 Yoga at the Downtown Aquarium | Downtown Aquarium | Sunday, November 12 | 8:30-10am | FREE | Enjoy an hour of yoga and free admission to explore the Aquarium.

Thanks for reading,

Hunter Babcock

*I try to have the most up-to-date information, but events change, so please look at the specific event website before attending.