Have Fun In The Sun With These Lodo District Summer Events
Enjoy your Summer with events at Dairy Block, McGregor Square, Denver Union Station and Larimer Square
Photos courtesy of the LoDo District
Denver’s historic LoDo neighborhood is known for its energetic blend of culture, nightlife, and community spirit, making it the perfect backdrop for a lively lineup of summer events. This season’s festivities in LoDo feature immersive experiences, live music, creative workshops, and themed evenings. From bustling night markets to hands-on cocktail classes, fitness workouts, and captivating concerts, these events offer something for everyone looking to soak up the season.
Summer Events & Happenings in LoDo
Alley Soundscapes: Fridays – Sundays throughout the summer
Enjoy live music from Denver local artists, every weekend in the Dairy Block Alley. Line-ups are updated every month with new and returning artists.
Shake it Up! Cocktail Class: Tropical Getaway: Thursday, June 19, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Escape to a summer paradise with our Tropical Getaway Cocktail Class! This immersive experience will transport you to an island retreat, teaching you how to craft vibrant tiki-style drinks and tropical cocktails perfect for summer entertaining. Tickets Shake it Up! Cocktail Class: Tropical Getaway:.
Dairy Block After Dark: Evening Bazaar: June 21, July 19 and August 16, 5- 10 pm
Inspired by night markets around the globe, Dairy Block After Dark features local artists, makers and culinary concepts combined with live music, drinks and unique activations for an evening filled with discovery and excitement.
You Glow, Mavens: Saturday, June 21 & August 16
Prepare for a night at Dairy Block’s After Dark Evening Bazaar with glow bracelets and necklaces, glow paint, and a disposable camera to snap pics of your fits. Kick-start the evening with 2 cocktails from Poka Lola on us before stepping out into the alley to explore a curated collection of local vendors, live music, and a night to remember.
Artist on the Rise: First Saturday, of the month June through September, 7-9 pm
Artist on the Rise features local singers, musicians and bands at a series of free outdoor concerts. Each concert will feature a different artist on the first Saturday, of the month June through September.
Shake it Up! Cocktail Class: Red, White,& Booze: Thursday, July 10, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Deviation Distilling: Celebrate the spirit of summer and Independence Day with our Red, White, and Booze Cocktail Class! This festive and fun session is all about crafting bold, patriotic drinks perfect for your July celebrations.
Murder Mystery: I love the 80s to Death: Wednesday, July 16, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Help the righteous crowd and the stellar detective figure out who ruined this totally tubular evening, so everyone can like, take a chill pill.
Daybreakers – Coffee Club: May 17, 2025 (Saturday), 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Mornings are for mischief. Welcome to Coffee Club. Coffee culture just got a heartbeat. No yoga this time — just pure human connection from the jump. Breathwork to shake the sleep off. Coffee socials to spark rebellion. New friends. New ideas. Wild plots before breakfast.
Duel Day Fitness Race: Saturday, Jun 14, 2025, 8:00 am – 11:00 am
Welcome to the Denver Duel Day, an exciting, one-of-a-kind race that pushes both your endurance and strength to the limit. Starting and ending at the iconic McGregor Square in Denver, this race isn’t your typical road race—it’s a dynamic journey where running meets fitness in a unique and unpredictable way.
Bring a blanket and find a spot on the lawn or choose a table in the plaza – both are free and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Popcorn, soft drinks and bar selections available for purchase. ID required for alcoholic beverages – must be 21+. Our screen is LED so every frame can be seen in perfect detail, no matter the time of day! Movies feature closed captioning in English.
June 27 (6PM) First Movie Night: A League of Their Own
July 4 (2 PM) 4th of July Double Feature: Top Gun
July 4 (4 PM) 4th of July Double Feature: Top Gun: Maverick
July 24 (6PM): Musical Night: Wicked
August 13 (6 PM): Ladies Night (Drink specials TBA): Mean Girls
August 23 (3 PM): Final Movie Night Double Feature: Shrek
August 23 (5 PM): Final Movie Night Double Feature: Shrek 2
Colorado Symphony Performs Mozart at McGregor Square: July 10 & Jul 30, 2025, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Resident Conductor Christopher Dragon leads a Colorado Symphony ensemble in an evening of Mozart under the stars.
The Platform Series: May 17 & June 18, 6:30 pm
Enjoy the May edition of the Platform Series, an exclusive evening dedicated to the renowned Schramsberg Vineyards, America’s premier producer of méthode traditionnelle sparkling wines.
Date Night with Angela Nicole Holton at Denver Union Station: Wednesday, May 28, 6:00 pm
Join Tattered Cover for a unique and engaging evening of connection, conversation, and community as we welcome Angela Nicole Holton—author of Date Night Ideas for Couples—for a special date night event at Denver Union Station!
Singles FIT on the Plaza: HIIT + Mixer: Saturday, May 31, 10 am – 12 pm
Let’s get moving & mingling at Union Station! Meet new friends & possibly find a match—if you click with someone and it’s mutual, Two Birds Fit will connect you! Enjoy a high-energy HIIT workout led by TBF trainer Brendan, followed by a casual Singles Mixer w/ an option for bites at Olive & Finch!
Explore the Urban Market at Union Station: 12pm – 6pm
Nestled in the heart of Denver’s bustling downtown the Urban Market at Union Station will offer an eclectic mix of local arts and crafts sold directly by the artists – including jewelry, furniture, and unique treasures – along with live music and entertainment.
May 31st & June 1st
June 7th & 8th
July 5th & 6th
July 19th & 20th
July 26th & 27th
August 9th & 10th
August 16th & 17th
October 11th & 12th
October 18th & 19th
October 25th & 26th
Singles FIT on the Plaza: Yoga + Mimosa Mixer: Saturday, June 14, 10:00 AM – 12:00 pm
Two Birds Fit – Singles Workout + Mixer w/ a Matchmaking option.
Paws With Pride Event w/ Sploot Veterinary Clinic: June 21, 11:00 am
Join us at Denver Union Station’s Terminal Bar Patio for Paws With Pride: a Doggie Drag Show, a Bark-tastic event presented by Sploot Veterinary Care and Union Station, as an official Denver Pride celebration.
The Mile High Global Bazaar at Denver Union Station: Saturday, June 28 and Sunday, June 29th, 12pm – 6 pm
Step into a world of cultural wonders at the Mile High Global Bazaar, where Union Station transforms into a vibrant marketplace celebrating diversity and community. From artisanal crafts to mouthwatering cuisines, immerse yourself in a kaleidoscope of colors, flavors, and traditions from around the globe.
Fitness on the Square: Saturday, May 17 & Wednesday, June 18, 10 am – 11 am & 5-6pm
Soak up the warm weather, listen to music, and move your body! All attendees will be treated to a free beverage at Rioja after the class.
Spring Harvest Dinner at Rioja: Wednesday, May 21, 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Rioja’s Spring Harvest Pasta Dinner, a five course meal featuring house made pastas with local spring ingredients.
Outpost: Friday, May 30, 4-9pm
OUTPOST at Larimer Square kicks off a weekend of festivities in downtown Denver celebrating the great outdoors. Enjoy an evening of live music under the iconic lights of historic Larimer Square while you sip craft beverages from Larimer Square establishments with al fresco pop-up bars. Shop and dine before, after, and during! Free entry and family-friendly.
General LoDo:
Take Me Out to LoDo: Opening Day through the final home game
Hit the experience out of the park with food, drink and retail specials – exclusively for Rockies ticket holders. From Opening Day through the final home game, restaurants, bars, and shops throughout the neighborhood are offering game-day deals for same-day ticket holders to enjoy before, during and after the action at Coors Field!
Pitch a friend at Reynard Social: Friday, May 23, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Join us for Pitch-A-Friend, a one-of-a-kind event that celebrates your friendship with others by allowing them to give a short slide presentation about their remarkable single friend to a lively audience of available singles!
Outside Festival: May 31 – June 1, Saturday & Sunday, 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Khruangbin, Sylvan Esso, Trampled by Turtles, Waxahatchee, Husbands, Hazlett, and Lord Huron, and others will perform (as of December 2024) at this party for the Outside Summit, an outdoor industry conference with more than 500 attendees. Athletes will participate in panels and signings as guests enjoy climbing installations, yoga, gear demos and more.
Cherry Creek Clean Ups: First Friday of Every Month-November, 8:30 am – 10:00 am
Join us in making our community cleaner, greener, and more beautiful. Register at 8:30 in Rothman Playground, at Speer and Wynkoop, to start at 9 AM. Cleanups occur on the first Friday of the month through November.
Taste of France at Bar M: Thursday, June 19, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Discover a curated selection of French wines, expertly chosen to showcase the diversity and beauty of this renowned wine region. And in true Chez Maggy style, enjoy a special menu to accompany your tasting.
16th Street Reopens: May 31 – June 1, 2025 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Meet us on 16th Street between Market and Tremont (with festivities happening all over downtown – from Union Station to Civic Center!) for a free, two-day public festival. The Downtown Denver Partnership celebrates 16th Street as Denver’s premier summer destination. The mile-long public space will feature World Cup Speed Climbing, live music, family-friendly zones, local artisan craft markets, sidewalk sales, a beer garden, food vendors and many more events. Join us as we kick off summer in the Mile High City with activities spanning the entirety of 16th Street, connecting downtown’s most iconic spine for a weekend of celebration.
Beats on the Creek at Coohills Bridge: Tuesdays, 7:30 PM–9:30 pm
On the Wewatta Bridge, during the summer, magic takes hold as music fills the air. Beats on the Creek, entering its fourth season, will take over the bridge on Tuesday evenings in July for an exceptional creek-side scene. This is a community-minded event with a charity focus, offering free concerts to locals and visitors, providing the perfect setting to dine and dance, meet, and mingle.
Crosscurrents: Saturday, July 12, 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm
A day of music & fun on the South Platte river. Crosscurrents has something for everyone—two live music stages, water activities, a kids’ zone, food trucks, and more. Come enjoy the river with all of Denver. If you are interested in sponsoring this event or have additional questions, please reach out to the executive director, Ryan Aids Ryan Aids.
