Denver Things to Do

Locals gather at this Irish-style pub for Happy Hour Monday through Saturday from 4 to 7pm and 10pm to midnight for two-for-one well drinks and drafts. The decor at Shelby's Bar and Grill is reminiscent of the "Cheers" televisi... more

This classic dive attracts a diverse group of locals ranging from blue collar Joes to the hip dot com crowd in search of the notorious Colfax ambience. Although the place looks like it could crumble at any moment, it exudes a c... more

The Pepsi Center is the ultimate arena for sports and entertainment in the city. With a spectacular view of the Rocky Mountains and Denver city, the center has played host to a number of events. Circuses, fantasy ice shows, ho... more

Imagine Ernest Hemingway packing up his Key West beach hut and moving into a basement loft in the middle of LoDo, and you begin to get the idea behind the Del Mar Crab House. The menu covers a broad spectrum, offering salads, s... more

The smallest space at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, the Ricketson Theater began as an art house showcasing avant-garde films before closing and remaining vacant for a substantial portion of the early 1990s. But aft... more

From mini-film festivals to live music and poetry readings, this experimental artistic showcase features a variety of modern art and media by local and national artists. Housed in a renovated movie theater, it serves as a venue... more

Second Home Restaurant is a mixture of carrots, onions and celery used to flavor stocks and soups. Named after this concoction, this restaurant is located in the lobby of the JW Marriott at Cherry Creek and serves eclectic Amer... more

From the outside, this hulk of a building makes you feel as if you are a United Auto Worker reporting to work at the Ford plant—it is huge. Inside, this brewery offers a little of everything. Walls are adorned with 14 TVs, inc... more

Previously Tommy Tsunami, Tom Tom Room is the place to go if you're looking for the best of the Pacific Rim. For your dining pleasure choose between a private room or communal tables while exploring the Tom Tom Room's extensive... more

Two friends, John Elway and Tim Schmidt came together to create this restaurant. They put together a menu that's always evolving and a wine list with prices that won't burn a hole in your pocket. The restaurant boasts of servin... more