Experience Denver for Free: Your Weekly Guide to Fun

November is off to a vibrant start, with Denver Arts Week in full swing offering a plethora of cultural experiences. While some Day of the Dead exhibits are still available, this week also brings an array of free events across the metro area and beyond, catering to all interests from arts and education to comedy and community gatherings.

Ongoing Free Opportunities

Thanks to the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD), many local arts institutions provide occasional free admission. Don’t miss the free day at the Plains Conservation Center on November 15, and mark your calendar to sign up on November 12 for a free day at the Denver Zoo on November 23. Veterans can also enjoy free entry to Colorado state parks this Tuesday.

Denver Arts Week Continues!

The nineteenth annual Denver Arts Week runs through Sunday, November 16, featuring over 600 events celebrating the city’s rich cultural scene. Be sure to check the complete schedule to discover all the fantastic happenings.

This Week’s Free Events in Denver & Beyond

Monday, November 10

• Baroque Gems: Telemann in Paris (4 p.m., Trail Winds Active Adult Wing, Thornton): Enjoy a free concert by the Colorado Chamber Players. Preregistration is required.
• U.S.-China Relations: What Do New Developments Mean for Colorado and the Region? (5-8 p.m., Maglione Hall, DU): A public conversation on global geopolitical shifts with experts, co-sponsored by WorldDenver. Dinner is included!
• Drag Bingo (5-7 p.m., Terminal Bar, Denver): Join Talia Tucker and Miss Jessica for a fun-filled evening with prizes.
• Issue Monday: Democracy, Faith, and Fiction (7-8:30 p.m., Leprino 170/172, Colorado Christian University, Lakewood): A conversation with Christopher J. Scalia about his new book, 13 Novels Conservatives Will Love.
• Showcase of the Mondays (8 p.m., Pete’s Satire Lounge, Denver): A free weekly comedy show featuring local and traveling talent, hosted by Orin Be.

Tuesday, November 12

• Jeopardy! Bar League (7-9 p.m., Buffalo Wild Wings, Longmont): Test your trivia knowledge in a live Jeopardy! experience, free to play.

Wednesday, November 12

• Hillary Rosner: ROAM Book Discussion (6:30 p.m., Patagonia Denver): Award-winning science writer Hillary Rosner discusses her book, ROAM: Wild Animals and the Race to Repair Our Fractured World, with journalist Florence Williams. RSVP for this insightful conversation.

Thursday, November 13

• Issue Forum: The Virtue of Color-Blindness and the Classics (12:15-1:15 p.m., Armstrong Center Parlor, Colorado Christian University, Lakewood): Join Andre Archie from CSU for a discussion on identity politics through the lens of classical tradition.
• JCC Denver Ceramics Sale and Exhibition (9:30 a.m.-8 p.m., Staenberg-Loup Jewish Community Center, Denver): Explore handmade ceramic pieces from over twenty local artists. Enjoy a free pinch-pot trinket dish class from noon to 1 p.m.
• Dressing Outloud Exhibition (4-7 p.m., CU Denver Experience Gallery, Denver Performing Arts Complex): This exhibition features costume designers Meghan Anderson Doyle and Kevin Copenhaver, showcasing elaborate costumes and interactive digital elements.
• Queer and Sober Karaoke with Dr. KantStopTheBeat (7-10 p.m., Sexploratorium, Denver): A queer and sex-positive sober environment for karaoke fun; allies are welcome.

Friday, November 14

• The STEM Education Action Symposium (3-7 p.m., Limelight Hotel, Flatirons Ballroom, Boulder): A free celebration of STEM education and workforce development, open to educators, students, industry, and community members.
• Holiday Tree Lighting (4-6 p.m., Shops at Northfield, Denver): Enjoy complimentary hot cocoa, live carolers, and a meet-and-greet with Santa during this new holiday tradition.
• The Way Out: A True Story of Survival in the Heart of the Rockies (6 p.m., The Bookies, Denver): Join author Devon O’Neil for a book signing and discussion of his gripping tale of survival in the Colorado backcountry.
• I Live With a Ghost Opening Reception (6-8 p.m., PlatteForum’s A.I.R. Annex Gallery, Denver): Experience April Werle’s new exhibit, exploring racial identity as a haunting presence in a haunted house narrative.

FAQs

• When is Denver Arts Week happening?
  Denver Arts Week runs through Sunday, November 16.
• How can I find more free days at cultural institutions?
  Check the SCFD website for a complete schedule of upcoming free days and programs.
• Are there free events happening outside of central Denver?
  Yes, this week includes free events in Thornton, Lakewood, Longmont, and Boulder.
• Is preregistration required for any of these free events?
  Yes, preregistration is required for “Baroque Gems: Telemann in Paris” and RSVP is requested for “Hillary Rosner: ROAM.”

With so many free cultural, educational, and entertainment options, make the most of your week by exploring Denver’s vibrant community without spending a dime.

Denver Free Events Arts Week Continues