Dairy Block is a 21-venue micro-district containing a wide range of restaurants and shops as well as The Maven Hotel for those who wish to stay in town longer. Located in the historic LoDo neighborhood, the owners have reinterpreted what used to be the home of Windsor Diary into a vibrant and bustling hotspot for all visitors enjoy. The restaurants and shops located in Dairy Block host a variety of events from trivia to live music and have something new brewing for customers every week.
Food & Drink
Dazzle
Dazzle has operated as the prime location for the enjoyment of jazz and improvised music in Denver for 25 years. Now located in new digs at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts complex, Dazzle was awarded the title of top jazz club in Denver from Westword Magazine 16 times and Downbeat Magazine included it in its list of “Top 100 Jazz Clubs in the World” multiple times. They host live music performances weekly and collect donations as add-ons to ticket sales for a different nonprofit organization every month.
The Irish Rover Pub
The Irish Rover Pub opened in 2005, allowing the Denver community a great opportunity to experience the atmosphere of a traditional Irish pub. The restaurant gets its name from a famous Irish folk song about a sailing ship that is regularly sung in pubs all across Ireland. The Irish Rover offers casual fare, a rooftop patio for outside dining, and hosts weekly events like trivia, live comedy, and even dance parties on the weekends.
A&W Restaurants: 2 Original Bacon Cheeseburger Combos For $12 Every Tuesday
Grab a friend or family member and head to A&W Restaurants for a tasty Tuesday deal. The restaurant was founded on June 20, 1919 in Lodi, California, with the first mug of Root Beer served at a homecoming parade for World War I veterans. (That makes the chain older than sliced bread — 1919 vs. 1928!) Consumers chug more than one million gallons of A&W Root Beer around the world every year. [Read more…] about A&W Restaurants: 2 Original Bacon Cheeseburger Combos For $12 Every Tuesday
BEZEL Cocktail Lounge Launches “Off The Clock” Happy Hour
Everyone loves being “off the clock”! It means you can relax with friends and not worry about work…at least, for an hour or two. And one of the best places to unwind in Denver is at BEZEL (1550 Court Pl.) — Downtown Denver’s swankiest new cocktail lounge located on the 16th Street Mall. It’s the perfect place to cozy up after work — in a booth, at the bar or at one of the fireplaces out front in the heart of the action on the Mall. [Read more…] about BEZEL Cocktail Lounge Launches “Off The Clock” Happy Hour
Living The Dream Brewing Co.
Living The Dream Brewing Co. started in Littleton in 2014. The brewery calls itself a “playground for our brewing team that is always experimenting with new flavors, techniques, and beer craft beer styles.”
Living The Dream is a hub for all kinds of activities including trivia nights, music bingo and live music.

Image courtesy Living The Dream Brewing Co
Check out their events calendar, Facebook page and food truck schedule for the latest happenings.
9150 Commerce Center Cir #300, Highlands Ranch, 303-284-9585.
Below are some of their upcoming free or cheap events:
Trivia Night
Mondays
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
FREE
Prizes given to the top 3 teams.
Book Swap
Tuesday, February 18
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
$5
Music Bingo
Thursday, February 20
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
FREE
Music Bingo
Thursday, February 27
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
FREE
Enjoy Chicken Fried Steak Special Every Wednesday at KFC
Mmm…it’s Wednesday! And, for KFC fans, that means only one thing — it’s time for chicken fried steak! The weekly meal deal includes chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes (with gravy), coleslaw and a buttermilk biscuit. (Most locations will let you substitute the sides.) The plentiful plate is very popular, so get there early. [Read more…] about Enjoy Chicken Fried Steak Special Every Wednesday at KFC
Can You Get A Birthday Cake at McDonald’s Drive-Thru?
Happy Birthday, Ronald! Can you imagine ordering a birthday cake alongside your Big Mac and fries? If you’ve been on TikTok lately, there’s a video highlighting what appears to be a “secret menu” item at McDonald’s — a full-size cake! A customer at the popular fast-food restaurant’s drive-thru orders a birthday cake. (Yes, a birthday cake!) She pulls up to the window, pays $11.99 and gets her cake. [Read more…] about Can You Get A Birthday Cake at McDonald’s Drive-Thru?
Red Lobster: Kids Eat Free Every Tuesday
If you’ve ever sailed the “seas of Red Lobster“, you know it’s not often you can catch big savings. (To be fair, you can rarely find any discounts on seafood at most restaurants.) However, families on a budget can enjoy a great deal every week. The popular seafood restaurant is hooking up their littlest customers (and their parents) with a “seaworthy” deal — a FREE meal. [Read more…] about Red Lobster: Kids Eat Free Every Tuesday
Get Buy-One-Get-One For $1 Special at Burger King
Bargain hunters love a good BOGO and Burger King is giving them the royal treatment with this offer. The fast-food chain’s latest promo lets customers enjoy two menu items at a whopper of a discount. Enjoy both for yourself or share with friend. For a truly frugal feast, add in value fries and a value soft drink for just a buck each. [Read more…] about Get Buy-One-Get-One For $1 Special at Burger King
Casa Bonita Offers Free Backstage Tours
If you’re a Colorado native or grew up in Lakewood, you’re well aware of the magic inside the “pink castle” on West Colfax Avenue in Lakewood. (To be exact, it’s located at 6715 W. Colfax Ave.) Casa Bonita is more than just “a Mexican restaurant.” It’s an experience for diners of all ages — full of caves, cliff divers and lots of atmosphere. Exactly how you would define the atmosphere varies widely. Depending on your perspective, it can be festive, romantic, mysterious and so much more. [Read more…] about Casa Bonita Offers Free Backstage Tours
MyMcDonald’s Rewards Loyalty Program Offers Lots of Benefits — Earn 1,500 Bonus Points!
Things are definitely now more golden at the iconic Golden Arches, especially for the chain’s most loyal customers. McDonald’s just launched its first-ever customer loyalty program — MyMcDonald’s Rewards. Whether you visit the restaurant infrequently or a few times a week, it’s worth joining the program for the money-saving benefits. [Read more…] about MyMcDonald’s Rewards Loyalty Program Offers Lots of Benefits — Earn 1,500 Bonus Points!
Popeyes Rewards Offers Loyal Customers Lots of Exclusive Perks and Savings
Do you love Popeyes? Many believe the fast-food restaurant has the best chicken around, especially its crispy chicken sandwich. Fans (aka loyal customers) can now earn points every time they bite into a drumstick, tender or nugget…or anything else on the restaurant’s popular menu. The fast-food chain just introduced its first-ever loyalty program, Popeyes Rewards. [Read more…] about Popeyes Rewards Offers Loyal Customers Lots of Exclusive Perks and Savings
Mile High Spirits Distillery
Mile High Spirits Distillery opened in 2011 in the heart of Denver’s River North (RiNo) art’s district before moving to downtown’s Ballpark neighborhood in 2014. MHS is Denver’s OG urban distillery in the Mile High City, crafting grain to bottle spirits for a fair price.
They offer Bourbon, Whiskey, Vodka, Gin, Tequila, Rum and canned Moscow Mule/Punching Mule at their tasting room bar and in 16 states coast to coast.
When you visit Mile High Spirits you will experience live music — from Bluegrass to DJ mixes — and unique homemade cocktails. All of their spirits are made in house by their expert distilling team.
That’s not all- they have a variety of interesting activities while you take in cocktails and music: magic cornhole boards, photo booths, table ring toss and more.
Distillery tours and cocktail classes are coming soon.
Make sure to check out their calendar or visit their Facebook page to see what and where their next event is happening or to learn more about them.
2201 Lawrence St., Denver, 303-296-2226.
Here are some of their upcoming free or cheap events:
Taylor Swift Birthday Party
Friday, December 13
10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
$10
Santa’s Wünderland: House Music Christmas Party
Friday, December 20
9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
$10
Bad Santa Christmas Party
Saturday, December 21
9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
$5
More upcoming events at Denver area breweries
Halfpenny Brewing Company
Halfpenny Brewing Company was founded by two high school best friends with brewing in their blood. They specialize in making hand-crafted beer in German and English styles, but their true focus is on ensuring that the beers they make are worth sharing. [Read more…] about Halfpenny Brewing Company