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Denver is a city that will be far more defined by its future than its past.
—John Hickenlooper

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Featured Events
Sidepiece @ Mission Ballroom
Nocturn Nights Holiday Edition @ Bao Brewhouse
Jingle & Mingle Ugly Sweater Contest @ My Neighbor Felix
Free Events
Cleo Parker Dance Mini Showcase
Tuesday, December 17, noon to 1 p.m. - Aurora Fox Arts Center, 9900 East Colfax Avenue, Aurora
Celebrate the metro area's largest and longest-running multicultural, multi-collaborative concert series with Cleo Parker Dance's iconic Granny Dances to a Holiday Drum. For decades, the dance troupe has told the story of Granny’s memories through the eyes of her grandchildren; this holiday teaser offers a sampling of the bigger performance. Admission is free; learn more here.
Tuesday, December 17, 6:30 p.m. - Old 121 Brewhouse, 1057 South Wadsworth Boulevard, #60, Lakewood
Explore the shady side of Denver with tales and interactive demonstrations of infamous con artist Soapy Smith's crafty schemes. Admission is free; learn more here.
Thursday, December 19, 8 p.m. - Western Sky Bar & Taproom, 4361 South Broadway
Chuck Roy hosts the South South Broadway Comedy Show, with Roy, Rick Bryan, Andres Becerril, Deandre Simmons and more local comic. Admission is free; learn more here.
Friday, December 20, 5 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, December 21, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday, December 22, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. - River Point at Sheridan, 3710 River Point Parkway, Englewood
The Makers Market offers a holiday edition with a wide array of crafters, vendors, a special appearance by Santa Claus, a Santa mailbox where families can mail their letters to Santa, Christmas carolers, holiday-themed goat yoga, a Santa’s workshop and other workshops, a kids’ corner, music and food. Learn more here.
Saturday, December 21, 7 p.m. (doors at 6) - Oriental Theater, 4335 West 44th Avenue
Here's a real holiday gift for the local scene: a concert presented by 93.3 with hometown heroes the Photo Atlas. Admission is free and all-ages, but VIP tickets are available for those 21+ ($25 and free beer!). Learn more here.
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"What's Good Denver!?" is a culture and events discovery show about Denver, Colorado.
Each week we explore the best of what the Mile High City has to offer, from new restaurants and bars to live music and comedy shows. We also talk to local experts about the latest trends in Denver culture, and share our own personal recommendations for things to do and see. Whether you're a longtime Denverite or just visiting for the first time, What's Good Denver is the perfect way to discover all that the city has to offer. So tune in every week to hear about the latest and greatest in Denver culture, and get inspired to explore the Queen City of the Plains.
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