The mountains are call . And we totally get it– the snowfall - plow side beckon you this clip of yr . But sometimes you need to break free from your ski or display panel for a serious old fashioned beer fest . Or a sip from the world ’s largest shot - ski . Or hear some Bluegrass Country with a side of – you guessed it – more beer . Winter in the Mile High is no time to hole up . From white adventures in the Rockies to cozy beer - fueled fun in town , this season is packed with alternative beyond spend all your sentence in front of a open fireplace or reach the slopes ( though you should definitely be doing those thing too , manifestly ) .
Party hard in the hills with Ullr
Wednesday , December 11 - Sunday , December 15BreckenridgeThis annual weekend of debauchery in the name of the Norse god of winter features non - stop playfulness . Come for the fat bike race , deoxyephedrine dip , local endowment show , parade complete with ski jumps on main street , and bonfire . last out for a historic event – the ( unofficial ) World ’s Longest Shot Ski . price : Most issue are free to attend but reserve your lodging early . Registration to be a part of the barb ski is $ 10 .
Sip locally-made brews at the Denver Beer Festivus
Saturday , December 143881 Steele StAir your grievances while enjoying beer brewed the right way here in the Mile High . Part ode to Seinfeld and the unusual tradition of Festivus , part celebration of local beer accomplishment , this is your self-justification to drink swell beers ( and wear down that atrocious Christmas sweater).Cost : oecumenical admission ticket are $ 45
Explore the Dillon Ice Castles
Opens recent December ; date dependent on weatherDillonThis unique frosty wonderland is come to liveliness once again in Dillion – as soon as the temperatures get moth-eaten enough . Explore the archways , tunnels , glide , and outflow , all made from massive amount of money of ice . Cost : Ticket cost to be announced
Hit up an open bar to ring in the New Year
Monday , December 31McNichols BuildingThe Resolution NYE company not only gets you penny-pinching to Downtown for the midnight fireworks , but it also sport unlimited booze . There will also be DJ ’s , alive bands , and theatrical performances spread across three stories of decked - out party distance along with a midnight countdown balloon drop . Cost : Tickets start at $ 99
Drink all the brews at the Big Beers, Belgians, and Barleywine Festival
Thursday , January 9 - Saturday , January 11BreckenridgeThis specialty beer fest focuses more on educational activity so if you ’re a true beer cognoscente , this is the plaza to be . Over 120 brewery will be at the event sharing not only their brews , but also their cognition . monetary value : Commercial tasting tickets are $ 75
Learn about all things outdoors at the International Sportsmen’s Expo
Thursday , January 9 - Sunday , January 12Colorado Convention CenterWith over 500 exhibitioner , this massive yearly consequence is jam - packed with innocent seminars , contests , and the latest intelligence and innovations from with child name outdoor athletics company . From the fly fishing pavillion to an archery experience , you ’ll learn some young tips and acquirement for the spring and summer adventures to come in 2020.Cost:$16
Show your Western pride at the National Western Stock Show
Friday , January 11 - Sunday , January 26This annual result kicks off with a parade of longhorns through Downtown Denver followed by two weeks of rodeos , mutton wear out , Equus caballus display , the ever - popular haul a calf competition , and more . The Stock Show ’s been around since 1906 and is a big part of Denver ’s history , so fag out that giant whack buckle and get in soupcon with your Wild West side . price : reason admission start at $ 10
See incredibly professional snow sculptures
Monday , January 20 - Wednesday , January 29BreckenridgeGlobal competitors from 16 team will contend at this annual event . Browse the creations made from 20 ton cylinder block of snow that are helping hand - cut up with expertness . monetary value : Free to attend
See live music acts at the Aspen X Games
Thursday , January 23 - Sunday , January 26AspenThe extreme sports challenger may be the main cause for this annual event , but the euphony has become a swelled draw for the crowd . This year , fix out to enactment like Rae Sremmurd , Alesso , Bazzi , and Illenium , then explore the fete village and watch some of the header - to - head challenger . monetary value : oecumenical admission ticket for all music are $ 120
Sip beers from over 40 breweries
Saturday , January 25Mile High StationBeer fest season live all class long in Denver and winter is no exception . The Denver Winter Brew Fest is back with plenteousness of beer on - deal to sample from both local and national breweries along with live music , food motortruck , and more . Plus drinking for a adept case always feel extra nice and proceeds from this issue benefits Swallow Hill Music . Cost : oecumenical admission charge ticket set about at $ 35
Sample everything at the Denver Winter Whiskey Tasting Festival
Saturday , January 25Location to be announcedWhat ’s your favorite whisky ? Are you into Scotch ? Prefer rye whisky ? Have no thought ? Well , you will after sampling all the whiskey you could deal at this fest that ’s sure to warm you up fast . price : General entrance fee tag are $ 35
Enjoy bluegrass and brews at UllrGrass
Friday , January 24 - Sunday , January 26GoldenThis euphony and beer festival in the foothill out of doors of Denver is the perfect mid - winter getaway . Plus there ’s an optional beer fest along with a costume contest ( think beards and pelt , Game of Thrones - style).Cost : Weekend passes start at $ 60
Warm up with a winter whiskey tasting
Saturday , January 25Location to be announcedWhiskey reps will be on - hand to walk you through a tasting ( which admit tasting tickets each respectable for a .25 oz pour ) . Sample as many as you’re able to handle then vote for your favorite brand . price : ticket start at $ 35
Get a head start on Stout Month at a special sneak peek
Wednesday , January 29Vine Street Pub & BreweryStout calendar month is ( almost ) back but you may be among the first to taste this years particular brews . Vine Street ’s brewers will be on mitt to talk you through the seven styles of stouts that will be featured this yr . You ’ll also get to relish appetizers created especially for the issue using the featured brew . You ’ll also get a free pint when you stop in to purchase your ticket . monetary value : $ 50
Catch a wintertime show at Red Rocks
Friday , January 31Red Rocks Park & AmphitheatreThis world renowned venue is a summertime destination , but thanks to Icelantic ’s Winter on the Rocks , you do n’t have to wait until warm weather regaining to revel some live medicine here . This year ’s ancestry up includes THEY . , SNBRN , Channel Tres , and DJ Cassidy . Cost : tag start at $ 49.95
Run the Super Bowl 5K
Sunday , February 2Washington ParkYou’re not going to be watching the Broncos in the Super Bowl this year , but you could still show your team feel at this run . Go ahead and do something rich before pop all those brews and nacho . Cost : fully grown pre - registration is $ 35
See extreme athletes at the Winter Dew Tour
Thursday , February 6 - Sunday , February 9Copper MountainFeaturing some of the good utmost winter sportswoman jock , this event is also a weekend company and the perfect exculpation for a mountain leak . toll : Competitions are innocent to attend
Eat everything at the Mile High Grilled Cheese & Beer Fest
Saturday , February 15Runway 35 , 8863 E 47th AveBread , butter , high mallow , and warmth . This Hellenic combo may be one of the best foods ever created , and if you harmonise , do not miss this celebration of ooey gooey mellow cheesy excellency . Local chefs will bring their best grilled cheese foundation for your sample pleasure . The event will also feature beer from local brewery , entertainment , games , and more . Cost : world-wide admission tickets are $ 54
Watch a live recording of the love & dating podcast “Singleing”
Wednesday , February 19The Ramble HotelIf you need a post - Valentine ’s derive down , then come up mind to comedians severalize their funniest fib about dearest and date stamp . The card let in Christie Buchele from the High Plains Comedy Fest , Nick Ross from The Moth , James Lopez , Sammy Anzer , and Lizzy Wolfson ( along with a matchmaker from Its Just Lunch and a dating coach from A Little Nudge).Cost:$15
Head to the hills for WinterWonderGrass
Friday , February 21 - Sunday , February 23Steamboat SpringsThis epic mountain medicine fete return to Steamboat once again with a jam jam lineup . Featured creative person this twelvemonth let in Greensky Bluegrass , Billy Strings , and Margo Price . Cost : General entrance fee three - twenty-four hours passes start at $ 199
Dine out during Denver Restaurant Week
Friday , February 21 - Sunday , March 1Various locationsExplore the Mile High ’s prospering eating place tantrum during this weeklong celebration of the metropolis ’s culinary polish . Many of Denver ’s respectable restaurants will proffer especial prix fixe menus design to give you a taste of what they do best . Cost : Multi - course dinners are price at $ 25 , $ 25 , or $ 45 / somebody
Strip down for Cupid’s Undie Run
Saturday , February 22Stoney’sIt ’s gon na be cold but that ’s no excuse to leave out out on this “ brief ” fun tally for a good cause . The annual Undie Run evoke funds to witness a cure for neurofibromatosis ( NF).Cost : enrollment is $ 30
Immerse yourself in cinema at the Boulder International Film Festival
Thursday , March 5 - Sunday , March 8Various locationsThe 16th annual edition of this fest features a red carpet opening Nox , a culinary fight of the sexes , filmmaker happy hour , and more . ticket to case-by-case screening will be useable nigher to the festival dates . price : Early bird fete passes are $ 395
Watch the Denver St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Saturday , March 14Downtown DenverDon your unspoilt green garb for this annual tradition . Get there early for a prime showing pip then enjoy the march bands , Irish social dancer , and the sound of bagpipes reverberate in the street . And yes , sight of bars along the route will be slinging greenish beers and offering drink specials . price : Free to attend
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WinterWonderGrass Festival|Courtesy of Molly McCormick
Ullr Fest|GoBreck
Ice Castles
International Snow Sculpture Championships|Courtesy of Breckenridge Tourism Office
X Games
Dew Tour
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