Music & Concerts in Denver
Dexter and The Moonrocks – The 12 Steps Tour : Thursday, December 17, 2026
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| Who / What | Dexter and The Moonrocks – The 12 Steps Tour, with Cigarettes @ Sunset and High June |
| When (Date) | Thursday, December 17, 2026 |
| Where (Venue/Location) | The Mission Ballroom, 4242 Wynkoop Street, Denver, CO 80216 |
| Start Time | 8:00 PM (doors open at 7:00 PM) |
| Duration | Not officially specified |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | December 17, 2026 |
| To | December 17, 2026 |
| Price | Check AXS for current ticket prices |
| Website | The Mission Ballroom |
Robert Earl Keen – I Will Survive…Christmas : Thursday, December 17, 2026
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| Who / What | Robert Earl Keen – I Will Survive…Christmas, with Drayton Farley |
| When (Date) | Thursday, December 17, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | ACL Live at The Moody Theater |
| Address | 310 W. Willie Nelson Blvd, Austin, TX 78701 |
| Start Time | 8:00 PM |
| Doors Open | 7:00 PM |
| Duration | Not officially announced |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | December 17, 2026 |
| To | December 17, 2026 |
| Price | Current ticket price varies by seating and availability; check AXS |
| Website | Official ACL Live Event Website |
The Temptations – Live Concert : Tuesday, December 29, 2026
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| Who / What | The Temptations – Live Concert |
| When (Date) | Tuesday, December 29, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | ACL Live at The Moody Theater |
| Address | 310 W. Willie Nelson Blvd, Austin, TX 78701 |
| Start Time | 7:30 PM |
| Doors Open | 6:30 PM |
| Duration | Not officially announced |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | December 29, 2026 |
| To | December 29, 2026 |
| Price | Current ticket price not confirmed; check AXS for available seats |
| Website | Official ACL Live Event Website |
John Denver : Wednesday, December 16, 2026
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| Who / What | Colorado Symphony at Boettcher Concert Hall — a holiday tribute featuring archival John Denver footage with live performances by the Colorado Symphony and members of his former band |
| When (Date) | Wednesday, December 16, 2026 |
| Where | Boettcher Concert Hall at Denver Performing Arts Complex |
| Venue address | 1000 14th St #15, Denver, CO 80202, United States |
| Start Time | 7:30 PM Mountain Time |
| Duration | Not specified in the event listing |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | December 16, 2026 |
| To | December 16, 2026 |
| Price | $20–$124, plus fees and taxes (official listed range; subject to change) |
| Website | Colorado Symphony event page |
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas : December 18–19, 2026
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| Who / What | Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis |
| When (Date) | December 18–19, 2026 |
| Where (Venue/Location) | Temple Hoyne Buell Theatre, 1350 Curtis Street, Denver, CO 80204 |
| Start Time | December 18: 7:00 PM; December 19: 1:00 PM and 6:30 PM |
| Duration | Not officially specified |
| How Many Days | 2 days |
| From | December 18, 2026 |
| To | December 19, 2026 |
| Price | $53–$118 USD base ticket price, plus service fees |
| Website | Denver Center for the Performing Arts |
Katie Pruitt with Fancy Hagood & Sophia Eliana : Friday, November 6, 2026
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| Who / What | Katie Pruitt, with Fancy Hagood and Sophia Eliana |
| When (Date) | Friday, November 6, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Globe Hall, Denver, Colorado |
| Start Time | 8:00 PM (doors at 7:00 PM) |
| Duration | Approximately 2–3 hours (estimate) |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | November 6, 2026, 8:00 PM |
| To | Approximately 10:00–11:00 PM |
| Price | Check the event ticket page for current prices and fees |
| Website | Official Globe Hall events calendar |
Food & Drink in Denver
Latkes and Lights — Hanukkah Celebration & Latke Contest : Sunday, December 6, 2026
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| Who / What | JCC Denver’s food-focused celebration featuring a latke competition, restaurant tastings, sufganiyot (jelly doughnut) samples, and family activities. |
| When (Date) | Sunday, December 6, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | JCC Denver, 350 S. Dahlia Street, Denver, CO 80246 |
| Start Time | 10:00 AM |
| Duration | 3 hours |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | 10:00 AM, December 6 |
| To | 1:00 PM, December 6 |
| Price | Sliding scale: $25, $30, or $35 per person; family four-pack $70, $80, or $90. Food samples and activities are included. |
| Website | Official JCC Denver event page |
Winter Cocktail Class — Date Night : Friday, December 4, 2026
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| Who / What | A hands-on cocktail class hosted by Matt’s Mixology. Learn to make three winter-inspired drinks, including a Grasshopper, spicy skinny margarita, and smoked Old Fashioned. It is a bring-your-own-bottle class, with bottle assignments sent to groups in advance. |
| When (Date) | Friday, December 4, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | 1415 Park Avenue West, Denver, CO 80205 |
| Start Time | 7:00 PM |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | 7:00 PM, December 4 |
| To | 9:00 PM, December 4 |
| Price | Current ticket price not confirmed in the event details retrieved; check Eventbrite for the latest price and availability. |
| Website | Matt’s Mixology event listing |
A Colfax Christmas at Cirrus : Thursday, December 10, 2026
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| Who / What | A ticketed holiday fundraiser featuring bites from 10 local Colfax restaurants, drinks from Cirrus Social Club, and live entertainment. This is a premium-priced dining and nightlife event. |
| When (Date) | Thursday, December 10, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Cirrus Social Club, 3200 E. Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO 80206 |
| Start Time | 6:00 PM (official event page); the ticket listing displays 7:00 PM, so confirm the start time before booking. |
| Duration | 4 hours 30 minutes, based on the official 6:00–10:30 PM schedule. |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | 6:00 PM, December 10 |
| To | 10:30 PM, December 10 |
| Price | Single ticket listed at $500 before fees ($542.51 total). Private tables are also listed from $1,000 before fees. Check the ticket page for current inventory and terms. |
| Website | Cirrus Social Club official event page |
Sugar Science — The Science of Christmas : November 21–29, 2026
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| Who / What | A chef-led holiday dessert tasting at The Inventing Room, with molecular-gastronomy techniques, six sweet treats, a liquid-nitrogen sundae, and a glow-in-the-dark room experience. |
| When (Date) | November 21–29, 2026, within the advertised event run of November 5–29 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | The Inventing Room Dessert Shop, 4433 W. 29th Ave., Denver, CO 80212 |
| Start Time | Session times must be selected on the booking page; the shop lists Thursday and Friday evening hours. |
| Duration | Approximately 30 minutes for the chef-led demonstration, plus time to enjoy the tasting experience |
| How Many Days | Up to 9 calendar days remaining after November 20; individual sessions vary |
| From | November 21, 2026 |
| To | November 29, 2026 |
| Price | $19.03 per ticket, as listed by the event seller |
| Website | The Inventing Room |
An Idiot’s Guide to Wine : Saturday, November 21, 2026
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| Who / What | A live stand-up comedy show paired with five wine samples from around the world, combining wine education and comedy |
| When (Date) | Saturday, November 21, 2026, and selected dates through January 9, 2027 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Asterisk, 1075 Park Avenue West, Denver, CO 80205 |
| Start Time | 5:30 PM or 8:00 PM, depending on the selected session |
| Duration | Approximately 70 minutes |
| How Many Days | Multiple scheduled sessions |
| From | November 21, 2026 |
| To | January 9, 2027 |
| Price | From $67; listed ticket categories include $67, $72 and $77 |
| Website | Event details on Fever |
Denver Winter Market : November 28–29, December 4–6, and December 11–13, 2026
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| Who / What | A holiday market featuring more than 100 Colorado makers, food vendors, festive drinks, themed bars, holiday lights and seasonal shopping |
| When (Date) | November 28–29, December 4–6, and December 11–13, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Denver Sports Castle, 1000 N. Broadway, Denver, CO 80203 |
| Start Time | Fridays: 3:00 PM; Saturdays and Sundays: 11:00 AM |
| Duration | Fridays: 6 hours; Saturdays and Sundays: 6 hours |
| How Many Days | 3 weekends, 9 market dates |
| From | November 28, 2026 |
| To | December 13, 2026 |
| Price | VIP pass: $20, including a commemorative tote, first drink and entry for all three weekends. General admission is $5 on Saturdays and Sundays; Fridays are free |
| Website | Denver Winter Market event listing |
Festivals & Cultural Events in Denver
Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer Fest: Denver : Friday–Saturday, December 4–5, 2026
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| Who / What | A two-day heavy-metal and craft-beer festival featuring live bands, breweries, and beer sampling. Beer-sampling tickets and music-only tickets are separate options. |
| When (Date) | Friday–Saturday, December 4–5, 2026. A separate pre-festival is scheduled for December 3 at Ratio Beerworks. |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Fillmore Auditorium, 1510 N. Clarkson Street, Denver, CO 80218 |
| Start Time | Friday: approximately 6:00 PM; Saturday: approximately 5:00 PM. Check the selected ticket for the confirmed entry time. |
| Duration | Two festival days; end times not confirmed. |
| How Many Days | 2 days, or 3 days with the pre-festival pass. |
| From | December 4, 2026 |
| To | December 5, 2026 |
| Price | One ticket listing advertises prices starting at $52; actual prices depend on ticket type and availability. Beer-sampling options are 21+ only. |
| Website | Official Decibel Magazine festival page |
Armadillo Christmas Bazaar : December 12–21, 2026
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| Who / What | Armadillo Christmas Bazaar — a long-running holiday arts festival featuring nearly 200 artists and live music each day. |
| When (Date) | December 12–21, 2026; attend December 16–21 to go after December 15. |
| Where | Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704. |
| Start Time | 11:00 AM daily. |
| Duration | Daily hours vary; the published schedule lists 11 AM–8 PM on Dec 16–17 and 11 AM–9:30 PM on Dec 18–20. |
| How Many Days | 10 days total. |
| From | December 12, 2026. |
| To | December 21, 2026. |
| Price | $15 + tax for a one-day ticket; children 12 and under free. |
| Website | Official event website |
Granny Dances to Holiday Drum : December 5–20, 2026, on selected dates.
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| Who / What | A multicultural holiday dance, music, and spoken-word production celebrating traditions from Africa, the Americas, Mexico, Asia, and the Caribbean. The 2026 season includes 10 live performance. |
| When (Date) | December 5–20, 2026, on selected dates. |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Center for the Healing Arts Theatre, Cleo Parker Robinson Dance, 119 Park Avenue West, Denver, CO 80205 |
| Start Time | Performance times include 2:00 PM matinees, 7:00 PM evening shows, and a 7:30 PM performance on December 18. Check the schedule for the chosen date. |
| Duration | Not confirmed in the event listings. |
| How Many Days | Multiple performances across the December 5–20 run; choose an individual performance when booking. |
| From | December 5, 2026 |
| To | December 20, 2026 |
| Price | $35–$45 on the Visit Denver listing; another event listing shows tickets ranging up to $60. Confirm the price for your selected performance. |
| Website | Visit Denver. |
Mozart’s Festival of Lights : November 21, 2026–January 3, 2027
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| Who / What | Mozart’s 16th Annual Festival of Lights — more than two million lights, synchronized music and a live holiday revue. |
| When (Date) | November 21, 2026–January 3, 2027; dates after December 15 are included. |
| Where | Mozart’s Coffee Roasters, 3825 Lake Austin Blvd, Austin, TX 78703. |
| Start Time | Light shows begin at 6:00 PM; check the calendar for the nightly show schedule. |
| Duration | Shows run nightly until approximately 9:00 or 10:00 PM; individual visit length varies. |
| How Many Days | 44 calendar days, inclusive. |
| From | November 21, 2026. |
| To | January 3, 2027. |
| Price | General admission $8; reserved tables and premium experiences cost extra. |
| Website | Official Festival of Lights website |
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast : October 20–November 7, 2026
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| Who / What | Touring production of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast musical. |
| When (Date) | October 20–November 7, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Buell Theatre, Denver Performing Arts Complex |
| Start Time | Varies; first listed performance is 7:30 PM, Oct. 20 |
| Duration | Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes, including one 20-minute intermission |
| How Many Days | 19 calendar days |
| From | October 20, 2026 |
| To | November 7, 2026 |
| Price | $53–$218, plus 18% service fee |
| Website | Beauty and the Beast — DCPA |
Blossoms of Light — Denver Botanic Gardens : November 20, 2026 – January 10, 2027
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| Who / What | Blossoms of Light, a holiday light festival featuring illuminated gardens, colorful light displays and immersive seasonal installations |
| When (Date) | November 20, 2026 – January 10, 2027; visit dates after November 20 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Denver Botanic Gardens, York Street, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO 80206 |
| Start Time | 4:30 PM; event runs until 9:00 PM |
| Duration | Allow approximately 1–2 hours for the walk-through |
| How Many Days | Multiple evenings throughout the season |
| From | November 20, 2026 |
| To | January 10, 2027 |
| Price | 2026 event ticket prices not yet published on the official page; tickets are required for guests over age 2 |
| Website | Denver Botanic Gardens — Blossoms of Light |
Arts, Exhibitions & Shows in Denver
DIVA — Denver Art Museum : On view through January 31, 2027.
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| Who / What | DIVA — an international fashion and performance exhibition organized by London’s Victoria and Albert Museum, featuring costumes, objects, and stories from iconic performers including Cher, Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Dolly Parton, Prince, and Tina Turner. |
| When (Date) | On view through January 31, 2027. |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Denver Art Museum, Hamilton Building, Level 2, 100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, CO 80204. |
| Start Time | Museum opens at 10:00 AM. Closes at 5:00 PM most days and 8:00 PM Tuesdays. Closed Wednesdays. |
| Duration | Allow approximately 1.5–2 hours for the exhibition; this is a suggested visit time, not a fixed session. |
| How Many Days | 47 calendar days after December 15, through January 31; museum opening days vary. |
| From | December 16, 2026. |
| To | January 31, 2027. |
| Price | DIVA ticket is $7 in addition to general admission. General admission varies by residency and day; youth 18 and under are free for general admission, with a separate DIVA ticket. |
| Website | Denver Art Museum — DIVA |
Harry Potter: The Exhibition : after November 20, 2026
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| Who / What | An immersive, self-guided exhibition featuring authentic props and costumes, interactive wizarding activities, film locations, and behind-the-scenes stories from the Harry Potter universe. |
| When (Date) | Bookable winter dates after November 20, 2026; the official Denver page lists new dates through January 2027. |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Harry Potter: The Exhibition, 417 S. Broadway, Denver, CO 80209 |
| Start Time | Timed entry. Hours vary: Monday 10 AM–5 PM; Thursday–Friday 10 AM–6 PM; Saturday 9 AM–7 PM; Sunday 9 AM–5 PM. Check the calendar for the selected date. |
| Duration | Approximately 60–90 minutes |
| How Many Days | Multiple bookable dates; open five days per week, subject to schedule changes |
| From | November 21, 2026, for this requested period |
| To | Dates currently advertised through January 2027; check the official calendar for the final available date |
| Price | Timed-entry tickets from $28 adult; flex tickets $41; VIP tickets $58. Children under 2 are free. Prices include listed booking fees and may change. |
| Website | Official exhibition website |
The Book of Mormon — Buell Theatre : January 5–17, 2027.
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| Who / What | The Book of Mormon — the nine-time Tony Award-winning Broadway musical comedy about two young missionaries sent to Uganda. |
| When (Date) | January 5–17, 2027. |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Temple Hoyne Buell Theatre, Denver Performing Arts Complex, 1350 Curtis St, Denver, CO 80204. |
| Start Time | Evening performances generally at 7:30 PM; weekend matinees include 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM, with some Sunday evening shows at 6:30 PM. |
| Duration | Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes, including a 20-minute intermission. |
| How Many Days | 13 calendar days in the scheduled run. |
| From | January 5, 2027. |
| To | January 17, 2027. |
| Price | $65–$212 base ticket price, plus an 18% service fee. |
| Website | Denver Center for the Performing Arts — The Book of Mormon |
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast : October 20 – November 7, 2026
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| Who / What | Disney’s Beauty and the Beast — touring Broadway musical |
| When (Date) | October 20 – November 7, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Temple Hoyne Buell Theatre, 1350 Curtis St, Denver, CO 80202 |
| Start Time | Multiple performances; times vary by date |
| Duration | Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes, including 20-minute intermission |
| How Many Days | 19 calendar days |
| From | October 20, 2026 |
| To | November 7, 2026 |
| Price | $53–$218 base ticket price, plus 18% service fee |
| Website | DCPA — Beauty and the Beast |
The Nutcracker — Colorado Ballet : November 28 – December 27, 2026
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| Who / What | Colorado Ballet’s annual The Nutcracker, featuring live music by the Colorado Ballet Orchestra |
| When (Date) | November 28 – December 27, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Ellie Caulkins Opera House, Denver Performing Arts Complex |
| Start Time | Multiple performances: 1:00 PM, 6:30 PM and 7:30 PM, depending on date |
| Duration | Check selected performance for current runtime |
| How Many Days | 30 calendar days |
| From | November 28, 2026 |
| To | December 27, 2026 |
| Price | From $40; Colorado Ballet uses dynamic pricing |
| Website | Colorado Ballet |
A Christmas Carol : November 25 – December 27, 2026
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| Who / What | A Christmas Carol, a festive theatrical adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic story, presented by DCPA Theatre Company |
| When (Date) | November 25 – December 27, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Wolf Theatre, Denver Performing Arts Complex, Denver, CO 80204 |
| Start Time | Varies by performance; select a date and time on the official ticket page |
| Duration | Check the venue listing; runtime not confirmed in the event information reviewed |
| How Many Days | Multiple performances across the run |
| From | November 25, 2026 |
| To | December 27, 2026 |
| Price | Varies by date and seat; check current ticket prices |
| Website | Denver Center for the Performing Arts |
Sports in Denver
Illuminated Christmas Railbike Rides : November 23–December 30, 2026
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| Who / What | A festive outdoor ride where you pedal a railbike along historic railway tracks through holiday lights and seasonal displays. Includes a welcome around fire pits and photo opportunities; hot drinks and treats are available. |
| When (Date) | November 23–December 30, 2026; select a specific available departure when booking. |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Colorado Railbike Adventures, Erie Depot — 4121 County Road 3, Erie, CO 80516. This is outside Denver proper. |
| Start Time | Departure time varies by date and available booking slot; confirm on the official booking page. |
| Duration | The ride covers approximately 2 miles round trip. Total session duration is not confirmed in the retrieved listing. |
| How Many Days | Multiple scheduled departures during the seasonal run; each booking is a single ride. |
| From | November 23, 2026 |
| To | December 30, 2026 |
| Price | $212 per railbike, including booking fees and up to four riders, according to the official page. |
| Website | Official Illuminated Christmas rides page |
Colorado Avalanche vs. San Jose Sharks : Saturday, November 28, 2026
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| Who / What | Colorado Avalanche vs. San Jose Sharks — professional NHL hockey. |
| When (Date) | Saturday, November 28, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Ball Arena — 1000 Chopper Circle, Denver, CO 80204 |
| Start Time | 7:00 PM Mountain Time. |
| Duration | Approximately 2.5 hours, potentially longer if overtime is played. |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | November 28, 2026, 7:00 PM |
| To | Approximately 9:30–10:00 PM |
| Price | Varies by section and ticket availability; check the official arena or ticketing page. |
| Website | Ball Arena events |
Denver Broncos vs. Miami Dolphins — NFL Football : Sunday, December 6, 2026
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| Who / What | Denver Broncos vs. Miami Dolphins — regular-season NFL game. |
| When (Date) | Sunday, December 6, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Empower Field at Mile High — 1701 Bryant Street, Denver, CO 80204 |
| Start Time | 2:05 PM Mountain Time; gates open at noon. |
| Duration | Approximately 3–3.5 hours for the game; allow extra time for entry and post-game traffic. |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | December 6, 2026, 2:05 PM |
| To | December 6, approximately 5:05–5:35 PM |
| Price | Varies by seat and resale availability; check the official ticket page for current pricing. |
| Website | Official stadium event page |
Colorado Avalanche vs. Utah Mammoth : December 14, 2026
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| Who / What | NHL — Colorado Avalanche vs. Utah Mammoth |
| When (Date) | December 14, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Ball Arena, 1000 Chopper Circle, Denver, CO 80204 |
| Start Time | 7:00 PM |
| Duration | Approx. 2½–3 hours |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | December 14, 2026 |
| To | December 14, 2026 |
| Price | Currently listed from about $38 on the secondary market; official prices vary |
| Website | Colorado Avalanche |
Denver Broncos vs. Las Vegas Raiders : Sunday, November 22, 2026
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| Who / What | Denver Broncos vs. Las Vegas Raiders — NFL regular-season football |
| When (Date) | Sunday, November 22, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Empower Field at Mile High, 1701 Bryant Street, Denver, CO 80204 |
| Start Time | 2:25 PM Mountain Time |
| Duration | Approximately 3–3.5 hours |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | November 22, 2026 |
| To | November 22, 2026 |
| Price | Varies by seat and availability; check the official ticket page |
| Website | Empower Field event page |
Denver Nuggets vs. Dallas Mavericks : November 24, 2026
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| Who / What | Denver Nuggets vs. Dallas Mavericks — NBA regular-season basketball |
| When (Date) | November 24, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Ball Arena, 1000 Chopper Circle, Denver, CO 80204 |
| Start Time | 8:00 PM Mountain Time |
| Duration | Approximately 2–2.5 hours |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | November 24, 2026 |
| To | November 24, 2026 |
| Price | Ticketmaster listing shows approximately $27–$269; prices and availability may change |
| Website | Denver Nuggets official website |