DENVER EVENTS & THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND
Here are some top Denver things to do this weekend, March 16-17. Don’t miss one of the biggest St. Patrick’s Day Parades in the country. Plus, get a taste of unique craft beers at Collaboration Fest and more!
Join one of Colorado’s largest celebrations in Downtown Denver. Celebrate community and culture with family and friends, because everybody can be a little Irish for the parade!
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Weekend
When: March 15 – 17
Where: ViewHouse Ballpark, 2015 Market St., Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Lowdown: ViewHouse Ballparks hosts a St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Weekend. The three-day event features food and drink specials, giveaways, live entertainment and more. Kick it off on Friday by dining on brunch and jamming out to a DJ with shamrock vibes. On Saturday you can watch the parade and sip on specials and on Sunday you can celebrate the Irish holiday with a green juice chugging contest.
The Funk Soul Disco
When: March 15, 7 p.m. – 12 a.m.
Where: The Monkey Barrel, 4401 Tejon St., Denver
Cost: $10 – $15 get tickets here
The Lowdown: The Monkey Barrel present The Funk Soul Disco. The event features a disco party with beats from Ryan Dykstra Records and Something Vinyl Club all night long. You can participate in a costume contest so be sure to wear your best disco attire to win some prizes.
Irishfest
When: March 15, 7 – 11 p.m.
Where: The Square on 21st, 21st between Larimer St. and Lawrence St., Denver
Cost: $10 – $75 tickets available here
The Lowdown: Ballpark Collective hosts Irishfest. The event celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with a weekend-long street festival. You can party with a silent disco, watch performances from Irish dancers and more. The proceeds from food and beverage sales will benefit Ballpark Collective’s programs to keep the Ballpark District clean and safe.
Denver St. Patrick’s Day Parade
When: March 16, 9:30 a.m.
Where: Downtown Denver, Starts on 19th St. and Wynkoop St., Denver
Cost: Free and open to the public
The Lowdown: Celebrate the green holiday with the annual Denver St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The event features a parade around Downtown Denver with leprechauns, Celtic dancers, floats and more. You can also watch performances from marching bands and other exciting cultural activities.