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At 130-years-old, the Historic Elitch Theatre is Denver’s oldest cultural venue. It was home to the oldest summer stock theatre in America and in 1896 hosted Colorado’s first moving picture — Edison’s Vitascope. History buffs and theatre lovers alike can take a tour of the theatre throughout the summer and learn about the famous names that have trod the stage of this American playhouse. [Read more…] about Historic Elitch Theatre Hosts First Friday History Tours

One of the best ways to improve your palate is to do a tasting at the winery and chat with the winemaker as you taste. We have a page listing regularly scheduled FREE wine tastings at metro area specialty wine retailers and liquor stores. Most wineries charge a tasting fee, but some are very affordable and a very few are FREE. Examples? The family-owned Balistreri Vinyard’s Denver winery offers a complimentary tasting of its award-winning wines and a tour of the wine cellar and winemaking facilities. In addition, Balistreri has a gift shop and serves lunch seven days a week. 1946 E. 66th Ave., Denver, 303-287-5156. ♦ Tasting at Augustina’s Winery in Boulder, is not free, but it is cheap: $3 to taste up to five wines and $5 to taste 10 wines, and the fee is refunded with a purchase. 4715 N. Broadway, Unit B-3, 303-520-4871. Augustina’s also has a booth at the Saturday and Wednesday Boulder farmers’ market. ♦ The Turquoise Mesa Winery tasting room, which is open Thursday through Saturday from 1 to 6 p.m., charges just $5. 11705 Teller St., Unit C, Broomfield, 303-653-3822.

Typically, tickets to the ballet, symphony, opera and theater tend to cost more than other Denver area events. But, seeing an amazing show doesn’t always mean spending big bucks. Many venues offer discounted rates, flash sales, preview tickets and other ways to be in the audience for less money; and, some smaller theaters simple charge less.

Here are some tips for saving on cultural events, ways to get FREE tickets, and our ever-evolving list of venues to catch the myriad of performing arts in the Denver metro area. Let us know if we missed your favorite or if you have any great tips for us to include. [Read more…] about How to Save Money on Tickets to Local Theater, Dance, Opera & Cultural Events

Game on! Westfax Brewing Company celebrates seven years on Colfax with a weekend of beer releases, live music, vintage video games, food trucks and new releases Friday to Sunday, March 10 to 12, 2023. Grab your friends and join the celebration! Throughout the weekend, the private event space will be transformed into a retro arcade. Play nostalgic faves like Sonic the Hedgehog, Super Mario Bros, Pacman and more for FREE. [Read more…] about WestFax Brewing Company Celebrates 7th Anniversary This Weekend with Live Music, Free Vintage Video Games & More

Looking for a chance to show off your smarts? Just looking for a fun no-brain game where you can win prizes> Here’s a list of upcoming Denver area trivia and bingo nights. Most are held on a regular weekly schedule. You’ll find them at bars, breweries, restaurants, musical halls, clubs and coffee shops. Keep reading for a day-by-day list of trivia and bingo nights around Denver, Boulder and beyond. [Read more…] about Calendar Of Denver Area Trivia & Bingo Nights