Denver’s Biggest Events for 2024

Icelantic’s Return to the Rocks Presents: Ice Cube (April 19, 2024) – Join the party at Red Rocks Amphitheatre with Ice Cube, the Game, BoneThugsNHarmony and Living Legends.

Ballet MasterWorks (Thru April 21, 2024) – See the return of George Balanchine’s scintillating masterpiece Rubies, choreographed to the music of Igor Stravinsky. 

420 On The Rocks: Wiz Khalifa & Flatbush Zombies (April 20, 2024) – Plus, you'll see Earthgang, Chevy Woods and DJ Bonics live at Red Rocks Amphitheatre. 

Spotlight: Inside Collections Care and Conservation (Thru April 28, 2024) – This unique exhibition highlights how the Clyfford Still Museum stewards and preserves its collections for future generations through careful display; scientific and historical research; and art conservation. The show is organized chronologically, providing visitors with a thorough overview of Clyfford Still’s 60-year career and includes never-before-seen works.

'MJ' (Thru April 28, 2024) – The music. The showmanship. The icon. Now, the unparalleled artistry of the greatest entertainer of all time comes to Denver as MJ, the Tony Award-winning new musical centering on the making of the 1992 "Dangerous Tour," begins a tour of its own.

SeriesFest: Season 10 (May 1–5, 2024) – SeriesFest is an award-winning festival dedicated to showcasing the best and boldest in episodic storytelling from around the world.

'The Cher Show' (May 3–5, 2024) – For six straight decades, only one unstoppable force has flat-out dominated popular culture, pushing boundaries and letting nothing and no one stand in her way. See the Tony Award-winning musical of Cher's story.

Denver Cinco de Mayo Festival (May 4–5, 2024) – A weekend filled with food, fun and culture, Denver’s Cinco de Mayo "Celebrate Culture" Festival puts the spotlight on The Mile High City’s vibrant Latino population. With more than 400,000 attendees expected, it’s one of Denver's most fun and family-friendly events.

Cinco de Mersiv (May 5, 2024) – It's more than a concert. It's a celebration at Mission Ballroom that honors Cinco de Mayo and showcases bass music artist Mersiv's deep Mexican roots through a day filled with music, culture and community. The festivity kicks off with a vibrant daytime block party and transitions into an evening concert. Attendees will enjoy a lineup that reflects Mexican heritage, authentic cuisine and live performances, including mariachi — all curated to foster a spirit of community and cultural diversity.

Yo-Yo Ma with the Colorado Symphony (May 5, 2024) – Multi-Grammy Award-winning cellist Yo-Yo Ma returns to perform Elgar’s renowned Cello Concerto with the Colorado Symphony. Yo-Yo Ma’s multifaceted career is a testament to his continual search for new ways to communicate with audiences, and to his personal desire for artistic growth and renewal.

Biophilia (May 5–Aug. 11, 2024) – At Denver Art Museum, see more than 70 imaginative works, including architectural models and photographs, objects, fashion, digital installations, and immersive art experiences that collectively highlight the transformative power of nature.

Dialogue and Defiance: Clyfford Still and the Abstract Expressionists (May 10, 2024–Jan. 12, 2025) – There's a story here. Clyfford Still withdrew his paintings from the Betty Parsons Gallery in 1951, refusing to participate in a market prioritizing the fame of an artist and the price of their artworks. The following year, he surprised many by agreeing to participate in a group show at the Museum of Modern Art. Find out the rest of the story at the exhibition.

Billy Strings (May 17–18, 2024) – For two nights at Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre, see the popular bluegrass musician. 

Colfax Marathon (May 18–19, 2024) – The Colfax Marathon weekend is the largest marathon weekend in the Rocky Mountains with 20,000 runners in 2019. Races include a marathon, half marathon, urban 10 miler and a 5K. 

Needtobreathe (May 19, 2024) – It's the Caves World tour with Judah & the Lion live at Red Rocks Amphitheatre. 

Colorado Rockies vs. Philadelphia Phillies (May 24–​26, 2024) – Cheer on the home team at Coors Field. 

Maggie Rogers (May 27–28, 2024) – Rogers will be performing with the Japanese House live at Red Rocks Amphitheatre for two nights!

Stevie Nicks (May 30, 2024) – See the living legend at Ball Arena. 

Brooks & Dunn (May 31, 2024) – The country duo is still going strong after producing decades of music. 

Outside Festival (June 1–2, 2024) – This new event is a one-of-a-kind celebration of everything outdoors, featuring music, films, speakers and gear. The festival is designed for beginners and experts alike, with experiences and inspiration for climbers, hikers, cyclists, skiers and everyday recreationists. 

MexTour Denver (June 5, 2024) – With the soccer world’s eyes on North America ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Denver is one of five cities across the United States that has been selected to host major matches with the Mexican men’s national team vs. Uraguay. See it at Empower Field at Mile High. 

Denver Day of Rock (TBA) – This free music festival features four stages of live music in LoDo/downtown Denver. The event unites the community through music and family-friendly entertainment while also raising funds to help Amp the Cause, which supports local non-profits.

Brit Floyd (June 6, 2024) – This coming summer marks an important milestone for the world’s greatest Pink Floyd experience. This tour will present their biggest show to date, with a stunning new three-hour musical, light and video journey capturing everyone’s favorite Pink Floyd moments from one of the most outstanding and enduring catalogs in the history of rock music. 

Sarah McLachlan (June 7, 2024) – See this Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter perform at Red Rocks Amphitheatre.

Regenerate Festival (June 7–8, 2024) – Civic Center Park will be rocking for two days as various bands line up to perform. Look for John Summit, Gorgon City, Purple Disco Machine and Disco Lines, among others.

Big Head Todd and the Monsters (June 8, 2024) – See this homegrown Colorado band perform with the Wallflowers live at Red Rocks Amphitheatre.

Five Points Jazz Festival (June 8, 2024) – This free festival celebrates the history of Denver's Five Points neighborhood. Once known as the Harlem of the West, Five Points was home to several jazz clubs that played host to many of jazz music's legends such as Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk and many more. The festival features a diverse lineup of music, from Latin to blues to funk and many other styles of jazz.

Zach Bryan (June 14–15, 2024) – The Quittin Time Tour with Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Turnpike Troubadours, Sheryl Crow, The War And Treaty, Mt. Joy, Sierra Ferrell, The Middle East, Matt Maeson, Levi Turner and SunDown47 live for two nights at Empower Field at Mile High!

Steve Martin and Martin Short (June 14, 2024) – Don't miss the comedy duo live at Red Rocks Amphitheatre along with Steep Canyon Rangers and Jeff Babko.

Juneteenth Music Festival (June 15–16, 2024) – Celebrate with a parade, live performances, art, vendors and fun for the entire family. Don’t miss the interactive and educational programming at acclaimed African American cultural institutions and landmarks.

'Disney's Frozen' (June 19–July 3, 2024) – Heralded by The New Yorker as “thrilling” and “genuinely moving,” Frozen features the songs you know and love from the original Oscar-winning film, plus an expanded score with a dozen new numbers by the film’s songwriters.

The Rolling Stones (June 20, 2024) – Yep, they're still going strong. See these legends at Empower Field at Mile High.

50th Annual Denver PrideFest (June 22–23, 2024) – This two-day celebration of community and culture is welcoming, inclusive and fun for all attendees, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. There’s also a parade and 5K (run, walk, roll or sashay). The event is now celebrating 50 years!

Cherry Blossom Festival (June 22–23, 2024) – Fans of taiko drumming, teriyaki chicken, sake and Japanese artwork won't want to miss this annual festival in Sakura Square. 

Foreigner & Styx (June 25, 2024) – It's a blast from the past at Ball Arena with help from the Renegades and Juke Box Heroes. 

New Kids on the Block (June 28, 2024) – They're still Hangin' Tough. See one of the top boy bands at Ball Arena.  

Fan Expo (July 4–7, 2024) – Experience the ultimate playground for comics, sci-fi, horror, anime and gaming. Enjoy three big days of citywide events, family-friendly attractions and world-renowned celebrities.

Blues Traveler (July 4, 2024) – Out with a relatively new blues album, see Blues Traveler with Zeds Dead at Red Rocks Amphitheatre. 

Cherry Creek Arts Festival (July 5–7, 2024) – The annual festival fills the streets of Cherry Creek North with more than 250 juried artists ready to share their talent with the world. Expect plenty of live music, kids’ activities, art, information about art education, food and more.

Hootie & The Blowfish (July 10, 2024) – See the 1990s iconic band (but still generating new music) along with Collective Soul and Edwin McCain live at Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre.

Billy Joel (July 12, 2024) – Head to Coors Field to see the legend perform for the first time in Denver in five years.

Colorado Black Arts Festival (July 12–14, 2024) – Celebrate African American art and culture. It's a Colorado experience like no other in historic Denver City Park West.

Westword Tacolandia 2024 (July 13, 2024) – Join Westword and thousands of Denver residents to celebrate the beloved taco and other Latin and Hispanic-influenced bites!  It’s a chance to introduce your restaurant to a lot of people at one time, and with 3,500-plus attendees expected, this is one taco festival you won't want to miss! 

Revolt 1680/2180: Runners + Gliders (Thru July 14, 2024) – Transport yourself to the year 2180 at History Colorado Center's new multi-sensory exhibition. Created in partnership with world-renowned artist Virgil Ortiz, a visionary hailing from Cochiti Pueblo, this unprecedented experience brings Indigenous Futurism to The Mile High City through a combination of history, science fiction, art, fashion and fantasy.

Killer Queen (July 16, 2024) – The music of Queen continues to inspire generations of young and old fans through their infectious rock songs played in numerous films and the Broadway musical, "We Will Rock You." Don't miss this tribute band at Red Rocks Amphitheatre. 

Jennifer Lopez (July 22, 2024) – Can you feel the energy? J.Lo is coming to Ball Arena as part of her tour. 

'Wicked' (July 24–Aug. 25, 2024) – This Broadway sensation looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin—smart, fiery, misunderstood and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who is exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good” and the other one “wicked.”

Underground Music Showcase (July 26–28, 2024) – Denver’s favorite music festival returns with an incredible lineup of artists to discover!

Colorado Dragon Boat Festival  (July 27–28, 2024) – Experience The Mile High City's Asian and Asian American heritage with the biggest dragon boat festival in the country!

Olivia Rodrigo (July 30, 2024) – The world tour is coming to Ball Arena! 

Alanis Morissette (July 31, 2024) – With lots of Grammy Awards, among others, and a career that has spanned several decades, she's ready to dazzle Ball Arena.

Foo Fighters (Aug. 3, 2024) – It's the Everything or Nothing at All Tour with the Pretenders at Empower Field at Mile High. 

2024 BMW Championship (Aug. 20–24, 2024) – It's the penultimate event of the PGA Tour's FedExCup Playoffs, featuring a field of the top 50 players in the FedExCup standings. All proceeds from the BMW Championship will benefit the Evans Scholars Foundation and its mission of awarding full tuition and housing college scholarships to caddies.

Michael Che & Colin Jost (Aug. 24, 2024) – See "Saturday Night Live's" comedy duo at the Bellco Theatre for a snarky take on current events.

Phish (Aug. 29–Sept. 1, 2024) – The ultimate jam band is making its annual migration to The Mile High City along with throngs of fans. 

Hand in Nature (Thru Sept. 1, 2024) – Gala Porras-Kim is a multi-disciplinary artist whose work questions how knowledge is acquired and tests the potential for artworks and objects to function as meaning-makers outside of traditional museum contexts. See her recent work at MCA Denver.

Gregory Alan Isakov (Sept. 1–2, 2024) – This locals' favorite will be performing at Red Rocks Amphitheatre for two nights. 

Def Leppard / Journey (Sept. 8, 2024) – It's the ultimate 80s smash! See these two mega-bands along with the Steve Miller Band live at Coors Field!

National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15–Oct. 15, 2024) – Each year, Americans celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.

Great American Beer Festival (TBA) – GABF represents the largest collection of U.S. beer ever served in a public tasting event plus a private competition. GABF brings together the brewers and diverse beers that make the U.S. the world's greatest brewing nation.

Rodeo All-Star Weekend  (TBA) – It's the ultimate pro rodeo competition with all-star contestants from around the globe.

DENVER WALLS (Oct. 3–5, 2024) – Don't miss this woman- and immigrant-owned mural festival that is part of the globally renowned WORLD WIDE WALLS!

Have a Seat: Mexican Chair Design Today (Thru Nov. 3, 2024) – At Denver Art Museum, see an interactive exhibition featuring three historical artworks, 17 contemporary seats designed by 22 Mexican artists, and a site-specific art installation.

Denver Film Festival (TBA) – The 46th Denver Film Festival is a 10-day festival bringing international cinema, filmmakers, virtual reality, immersive experiences and creative conversations to Colorado. The Denver Film Festival takes place at four primary locations throughout the city of Denver, with dozens of locations hosting pop-up events to engage audiences in the Denver and Aurora Metro areas, as well as greater Colorado and its surrounding states.

Denver Arts Week (TBA) –  Explore vibrant art districts, check out museum exhibitions and outdoor sculptures, indulge in the performing arts, be inspired at film and literary events, and even buy some art of your own! Denver Arts Week will kick off on Nov. 3, with expanded First Friday Art Walks across the city’s creative neighborhoods, followed by the free Night at the Museums on Saturday, Nov. 4, when many of Denver’s top cultural institutions will be open for free.

Winter Warriors: The 10th Mountain Division in World War II (Thru Nov. 12, 2024) – Using photos, video and first-hand personal accounts from the troops themselves, the newly constructed marquee exhibition gallery at the History Colorado Center explores the history of the U.S. Army's first winter warfare division from its training at Camp Hale in Colorado’s Rocky Mountains through their crucial breakthrough against the Nazi German Army in the mountains of Italy.

Orcas: Our Shared Future (Thru Nov. 15, 2024) – Trace the evolution of our beliefs about orcas, from fear to admiration and awe, as we discover their stunning intelligence and complex social structures at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science.

Mile High Holidays (Nov. 28–Jan. 1, 2024) – This holiday season, Denver will twinkle with millions of lights all across the city. Feel the warmth of family-friendly performing arts classics, find the perfect gifts and marvel at elaborate lights displays. No other city creates holiday miracles quite like Denver. Mile High Holidays has something for everyone.

For more events and things to do, see our Denver 365 calendar.