Spirit Colorado Returns to RiNo With Culinary Talent, Craft Beverages, and Community Impact

Photos Courtesy of Volunteers of America Colorado

Denver’s summer event season will welcome the return of Spirit Colorado on Saturday, June 20, 2026, as Volunteers of America Colorado (VOA Colorado) transforms Denver’s RiNo district into a celebration of food, craft beverages, live entertainment, and community connection.

Running from 2 to 6 p.m., the open-air festival brings together many of Colorado’s most recognized chefs, wineries, distilleries, breweries, musicians, and artists for an afternoon showcasing the creativity and culture that define the state. Beyond the culinary and entertainment experience, the event also supports VOA Colorado’s mission to serve individuals and families facing homelessness, hunger, and hardship across Colorado.

Guests attending Spirit Colorado can expect tastings from award-winning chefs alongside wine, beer, and spirit samplings from Colorado producers. Local bands will provide live music throughout the afternoon while artists create live graffiti murals in real time, adding an immersive visual element to the festival atmosphere.

Spirit Colorado was created to celebrate the people, flavors, and artistic energy that make Colorado unique while also generating meaningful support for the community. All proceeds from the event directly support VOA Colorado programs focused on housing, nutrition services, and essential support resources for individuals and families across the state.

Last year alone, VOA Colorado served more than 100,000 individuals through its broad network of programs and services. Signature fundraising events like Spirit Colorado help expand access to those resources while introducing new audiences to the organization’s mission-driven work.

The festival continues to grow as one of Denver’s anticipated summer gatherings, drawing attendees interested in Colorado’s culinary scene, local culture, and charitable engagement. Organizers say the combination of outdoor entertainment, elevated food and beverage experiences, and social impact creates an experience that feels distinctly Colorado.

General admission tickets are currently available for $45, with VIP tickets available for $75. Tickets and additional event details are available at www.spiritcolorado.org.

Faustine Curry is Chief Advancement Officer of Volunteers of America Colorado, a nonprofit organization serving more than 100,000 individuals annually through programs focused on housing, hunger relief, and essential support services. Learn more at www.voacolorado.org.