Top 10 Annual Events in Denver, CO

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Furry Scurry

This wonderful two-mile walk or run with (or without) your canine companion through Washington Park will benefit the area’s homeless animals.

Cinco de Mayo

Drawing close to half a million people and billed as the biggest Cinco de Mayo event in the United States, this party in Civic Central Park features hundreds of booths containing food, art, and crafts.

Summer Brew Fest

During July, Denver’s Mile High Station bring together almost 50 local and state breweries, bringing over 125 different Colorado craft beers. Live entertainment is also to be provided, and the proceeds will benefit the Swallow Hill Music Association.

Gem and Mineral Show

Known as the largest regional arts and crafts exhibition, this show is complete with earth science dealers and hobbyists, gold panning lessons for children, free gem and mineral identification, and even a walking dinosaur.

New Year’s Eve Fireworks

The tradition countdown to the New Year welcomes two firework displays: the one at midnight, for the when the New Year is rung in, and also at 9pm, for those who can’t stay up until midnight. The display is brought to by the Downtown Denver Events, Inc. and the Denver Metro Convention & Visitor’s Bureau.

MileHiCon

The largest science fiction convention in the region is held during the last week in October, where writers, publishers, panel speakers, vendors, and fans converge at the Hyatt Regency Tech Center.

Corn Maze

Boasting the most challenging corn maze in the country, this 9-foot tall corn stalk maze changes paths every year. Also, the maze offers two haunted houses, and a mini-maze suitable for children.

Mile High Amazing Race

Taken as an idea from the popular television show where teams compete to make it across the finish line first, this cross-town race features checkpoints, requires tasks to be performed and challenges to be conquered, with benefits going to Leukemia Lymphoma Society.

Trick or Treat Streets at the Forney Museum

From a costume contest to trick-or-treating, games to a live magician performance, this Halloween party at the Forney Museum of Transportation is the place to be for Halloween.

Colorado State Fair

Of all the events held in Denver, nothing yells Colorado more than the Colorado State Fair. Hosting everything from Country music to rodeo shows like bull riding and monster truck derby, the State Fair is the place to be.