MindCraft Makerspace

6.7 mi

This maker space is amazing! Here is what I love about it: it is a nonprofit and volunteer run…read morespace; this means it is a community of people that are passionate about making cool stuff. It is incredibly generous and helpful, and I always have people answering my questions Quickly and thoroughly and offering to help. I also appreciate the incredible diversity of what the space has to offer from woodworking to metal shop to text style to 3-D printing to even a airplane simulation station. Oh, I forgot to mention the whole reason I joined is for access to their two CO2 lasers, which have made many beautiful art pieces for me, my family and friends homes. The membership rate is nothing compared to what you get access to and the amount of support and community available.

From the owner: denhac is a hackerspace on a mission to create and sustain a local, community driven, shared space…read morethat enables education, experimentation, and collaboration, by applying the spirit of DIY to science, technology, engineering, and art. denhac is a 501(c)3 organization, supported by a community of volunteers and members who contribute to the space with memberships, donations, and time. denhac is a vibrant and growing community. Come visit us at one of our open houses on Tuesday nights at 8:00 PM. If you like what you see, you can become a member for unlimited 24×7 access to the space and all the awesomeness inside!

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Upstairs Circus - Denver Tech Center

This was such a fun and unique place to get together for an evening with friends! I love the idea…read moreof providing craft kits, and I was impressed by the number of different options! I did the wine bottle tumblers and I was really happy with how they came out, although most of the craft time ended up being spent sanding! The staff members were all super friendly and helpful, and I enjoyed my pineapple palm reader mocktail!

I went here for a work outing. They had like 5 or 6 different crafting activities that you can…read morechoose from. They help you purchase the kits and then give you printed cards with instructions to follow. We did the bracelet making activity. It was fun but the place was so loud! The music was loud and there is lots of banging (from leather making crafts I think). It's definitely a party in there. I enjoyed it but I was a little on edge. Just be prepared if you are sensitive. They have a bar and serve drinks (alcoholic and nonalcoholic). Overall, it was a fun night out

Before we began crafting, we grabbed drinks - what would a creative outlet be without a little liquid inspiration?

Bottle opener

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Transfer paint project

Castlewood Library

4.0

(22 reviews)

11.0 mi

We love this cute library. It's not as big as Koelbel Library but a lot of times when I bring my…read moretoddler we get the whole kids area to ourselves! They have great toys and a wonderful kids book selection. The staff is always helpful and kind.

Great library system. This is a relatively small branch, but there are plenty of resources for…read morechildren and adults. My kids enjoy story time. I enjoy the free online resources provided by Arapahoe Library District such as Rosetta Stone.

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Bike to library

The Gizmo Dojo

10.6 mi

The Gizmo Dojo has a machine, mechanics, electronics, and wood shop! I really enjoy it here. Lots…read moreof great minds in the space, with lots of help for whenever I have questions!

Founder Tom sets up the laser cutter.

Drew refills the Paint-A-Pult ammo at Aspen Creek K-8's STEAM Expo Night 2020.

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Richard shows off our Touchless Piano at Rocky Mountain STEAMFest 2020.

Stanley Marketplace

This place is sick! You'll find cute boutique stores, casual and fine dining, art, activities…read moreinside and outside! I believe there's also a play area for kiddos outdoors as well. The hubby and I hit up a vinyl display in the middle of the market place where he purchased two new vinyls: Fred Again and Turnstile. Iykyk. While he was shopping for music, I went inside a boutique store and bought myself a cute romper! We also had an epic biscuit breakfast at Denver Biscuit Co., located inside. Highly recommend. There's also a ton of stores that sell Denver merchandise if you're looking for souvenirs. There's a lot to do and explore here. You can easily spend a couple of hours walking around and having a bite to eat. We were on a time crunch and didn't get to see everything. I'd totally come back and bring more friends here!

I had such a fun time at the Stanley Marketplace! I originally went for an appointment at The…read moreSemion Barbershop, but we got there early and ended up grabbing a bite while waiting. It was pretty packed. The place itself is incredible, definitely more of a "coolest mall I've ever been to" vibe than your typical mall. There are so many unique shops, from books to specialty stores, a liquor store, and even a lounge with a pool table. We tried Maria's Empanadas, which I've been wanting to try forever, and it definitely was everything I hoped it'd be. So many delicious varieties. Everything was fresh and delicious. I also had a watermelon drink and a pistachio cookie, and everything was perfect. We also had some smoked mac and cheese at the barbecue spot, it was okay, a little too peppery and not as fresh as I'd hoped, but overall the food experience was nice. Walking around and exploring all the different spots was a blast. We'll definitely be back!

Sushi spot

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Lots of seating options

Play Forge

12.2 mi

Wow! Wow!!!…read more This is the best game store I have ever been in. That is saying a lot because I am getting pretty old. Board games! An amazing selection! Custom games and add-ins! Collector items! The neatest game store ever. The sales staff is very nice and very knowledgable. Lots of suggestions for family games. Throw away your tv and spend time together. This is how you start!! You must see it to believe it.

From the owner: Retail shop, events, and makerspace with board games, toys, and puzzles.read more

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The Craftsman & Apprentice

Crafting is my spirit animal and when I saw that The Craftsman & Apprentice was hosting a Macrame…read moreand Mimosas Class I signed right up. The class price was $75 and covered instruction, materials, Mimosas, and delicious brunch fare. I opted to attend solo and was lucky enough to make a few crafting pals during the class. The class was well led and the studio is beautiful. I'm loving that they have memberships for kids and that they exist in general. A woman-owned business and keeping our community growing and working together to make beautiful things. Sign me up again and again!!

I came here for a knotty good time (macrame class) and thought it was a ton of fun. I have a…read morenew-found appreciation for all of the beautiful macrame pieces I see on Instagram and for the macrame plant-holders my parents had from the early 80s. We got to use sticks instead of dowels and there was brunch served. Brunch included hard-boiled eggs, coffee, fruits and a quiche. There was trendy/cool music playing in the background and the space was nice because there were lots of arts-and-crafts tools laying all around. My only objection is how expensive the class is. This place hosts all kinds of different arts and crafts events for both adults and kids.

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RiNo Art Park

4.7

(9 reviews)

5.6 mi

The amount of friendships I've gained in this space is truly indescribable. I've attended several…read moreticketed events here, and the value is always impressive -- you truly get a lot for the price. The selection of vendors is consistently diverse and high-quality, offering everything from local eats to handmade goods. The staff keeps everything running smoothly, and I love how open and welcoming the venue feels, with indoor and outdoor areas, all-gender restrooms, large mirrors, and washing stations. It's the perfect event venue -- and the murals are just the icing on the cake!

RiNo Art Park is like if an art gallery, a playground, and a hipster coffee shop had a very weird…read morebaby. There's a giant metal rhino, murals everywhere, and people doing yoga next to industrial sculptures like it's totally normal. I wandered in for 15 minutes and left feeling like I accidentally joined an art cult. Fun times

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Fruits Of Our Labor

5.7 mi

I loved my experience having my portrait taken at an art festival with Fruits of Our Labor. They…read morehad gorgeous, creative custom backgrounds and made the experience so fun!

From the owner: Fruits of Our Labor creates unique DIY-centric experiences that focus on process not perfection. We…read morebring interactivity to birthdays, bachs, showers, sprinkles, off-sites, happy hours, zoom rooms, conferences and celebrations. Think art teacher meets cruise director with an over active imagination. The Maker Space is by appointment only. Please visit our site to book time.

Sending people home with a mini ice dye kit.

Guests brought their own kid's tees to the Tie Dye Workshop.

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Cherry Creek Arts Festival

3.8

(58 reviews)

4.6 mi

The Cherry Creek Arts Festival is an annual show happening during the July 4 weekend. This show…read morewas voted number one of the nation. It is an excellent juried art show with all types of artwork to view. I suggest getting there early as the crowds continue to grow the later it gets. We arrived shortly after 9 AM. Even though the show begins at 10 AM, many of the artist booths were open and ready for viewing. This was nice because there were no crowds at all. However, by 10:30 AM, it was pretty packed. The other option is to arrive closer to the noon hour. You do, however, run the risk of getting caught in a afternoon thunderstorm. We did notice as we were leaving around the noon hour that the crowds had dispersed somewhat. It also gets quite warm in that area. The thunder heads were looming above as we were leaving. This is a top notch show. So many excellent artists to talk to and see their works. Admission is free. There are approximately 7 blocks of art! There is lot parking for a fee or limited street parking, which can be difficult to find.

BEAUTIFUL ARTS FESTIVAL…read more During a recent visit to Denver, we went to the Cherry Creek Arts Festival. It was a large street festival located along 1st Avenue across the street from the Cherry Creek Shopping Center mall (large parking garage $3 festival parking). This was a very well curated arts festival that included over 250 artists. While the art was clearly out of our budget, we appreciated the quality and variety of art. The collage and textile art and the kinetic sculpture were incredible. Even the food trucks were well chosen. We enjoyed our delicious and well prepared chicken gyros that were as good as what you would get at a table service Mediterranean restaurant. The Cherry Creek North business community will be hosting other weekend events throughout July and will close out the summer with the Smash Fine Arts Festival.

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CherryArts Festival at Stanley

Creative, signature artwork from artists that are from every corner of the country. Beautiful…read morepaintings, etchings, woodwork, fabrics, jewelry and ceramics that are perfect for any home or business. I'm no critic, just a inspired viewer. Enjoy this time of year walking through the festival, sipping wine and listening to local bands help you get your groovy on. Another great option to enjoy the Stanley and our fabulous fall weather.

Fun art festival this weekend at the Stanley which is still a work in progress but the location…read moreworked well for the Arts Festival. Ride your bike in or parking was free, close in and plentiful. Perfect size to see it all in about an hour or so. Artist booths set up inside and out. They really had some creative and talented artists and we enjoyed the afternoon here. Most of the artists were very friendly, welcoming and happy to share their work. A handful were too busy on their cell phones to notice people trying to ask questions and buy pieces. That's too bad when they took the time and effort to be here but maybe don't have the skill set to "sale". About 5-6 food trucks also set up near tables and a stage with live music. It would have been better if the stage faced a grassy area so people would feel compelled to bring chairs, blankets and hang out but that was not the case. Great day and I look forward to this next year.

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Denver Greek Festival

3.5

(36 reviews)

4.2 mi

I LOVE the GREEK FESTIVAL!! Every year I look forward to it! This year was my 3rd year and it was…read moretheir 60th anniversary! I caught the festival 2 days in a row this year on both Saturday and then I went back for more on Sunday! I'm so glad I went back on Sunday because I discovered that the whole inside area was NOT just overflow seating, but that there was a dining area and like a buffet-type of area and wine bar area and the kitchen demo area was in there too and another performance area AND a beautiful prayer book store!!!! WHAT!? I had no idea that was all in there so I hope they have that next year - I will explore those areas more! Saturday, I got my favorite Saganaki - flaming cheese!!! and I got the greek chicken dinner that came with greek potatoes and a deliciously light and fresh greek salad! Also got a whipped greek coffee at the coffee bar! New this year: I did get to the upper level retail vendor area and new GROCERY area which was SO delightful and intriguing. I had to look up what some of the items were but it was all very exciting. They had different rusks which - I don't know what those are but I will look into it and hopefully get some next year. They also had a lot of cheeses in the refrigerator and dairy products like lebnah and then a sour cherry drink??!! So next year I will be prepared and try some of those things and bring them home! I was looking for the Moussaka which I tried for the first time last year but I was told that they didn't have it and that they do a skip year or something and that this year they had pastitio instead, so I tried that and it was similar with the meat filling, béchamel and cinnamon and was like a casserole and it was very delicious! Also got another round of the flaming saganaki cheese which is SO good with the greek salad! I love all the social media they did this year for the event on instagram and I had even seen many clips of them on local news on YouTube leading up to the event! Very cool! So glad I got to check out 2 days of this festive community event!

6/7/26-My first time attending this event and overall it was over priced and poor to bad food and…read morejust not worth the time. Also not ADA friendly. The elevator had apparently broke on Friday and had trapped someone inside according to one worker. Long lines and high prices for the foods and drinks. Little shade and few places to sit. Then one of the vendors, 2 Greeks, were stealing money from people. They didn't bring change, so if you were paying cash, they would just keep the change. So, very crooked vendors. If you go to this once in a lifetime is enough, but I would recommend just not going. Parking was also not good. We tried to get there early, but they still had church going, so what was supposed to be the handicap lot was full of non-handicap cars. They only good thing I can say about the event was the female head of security was nice.

West Plaza 2026

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Merch

Coloween

3.8

(4 reviews)

5.4 mi

I went to this in Oct of 2022. It was not a good experience. It was confusing when you walked in…read morewhat you were supposed to do, it was crowded, too hot, the sound system wasn't great, the lines were long for everything, there were not enough bathrooms, and the final straw was someone puking on me. The music was great. The Costumes were great. Overall, was not impressed for my first time out since COVID.

This is one of the best events I've been to in Denver. I honestly was a little worried it would be…read morea bunch of drunk 21 year olds because that's what I've experienced with some of the other Halloween events, but it wasn't that at all. It was a great mix of ages and people. There is a little something for everyone it felt like. The production is amazing, music is fun, staff was great. I'll definitely be going again this year.