DENVER -- Every weekend, Denver7 compiles a list of some family friendly events you might enjoy. Here are our picks for the 7 best things to do in the Denver metro area this weekend.
1. Denver film festival
What: The 40th annual Denver Film Festival continues this weekend.
When: The festival runs until Nov, 12.
Where: Screenings and events will take place at various venues, including the Sie FilmCenter, UA Denver Pavilions and the Ellie Caulkins Opera House.
Admission: Ticket prices start at $15.
More info: https://www.denverfilm.org/
2. First Friday
What: Kick off Denver Arts Week with the First Friday Art Walk on Santa Fe Drive! Year-round, rain or shine, join us on First Fridays to visit more than 100 art galleries, artists' studios, and creative businesses. A free guided shuttle loops every 20 minutes from the 10th and Osage light rail stop, down Kalamath and back north on Santa Fe Drive.
When: Nov. 3, from 5:30-9:30 p.m.
Where: Art District on Santa Fe
Admission: Fee
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/366269377144934/
3. Free night at the museums
What: Denver's best museums are open late and admission is free. Shuttles make it easy to explore all evening!
When: Nov. 4, from 5-10 p.m.
Where: Denver
Admission: Free
More info: https://www.denver.org/denver-arts-week/programs/free-night-at-the-museums/
4. Denver arts week
What: The eleventh annual Denver Arts Week is an eight-day celebration of all things art in The Mile High City. The program, presented by VISIT DENVER, The Convention & Visitors Bureau, features more than 300 events at a wide variety of art galleries, museums, theaters and concert halls many of which are deeply discounted.
When: Nov. 3-11
Where: Denver
Admission: Varies by event
More info: https://www.denver.org/denver-arts-week/
5. Breakin' Convention
What: Breakin' Convention is the world's biggest festival of hip hop dance theatre showcasing the very best from around the world and around the corner. Kick off Breakin' Convention with the FREE 303 Jam on Saturday, November 4 from 1 to 5pm at The Buell Theatre for a FREE festival celebrating the event!
When: Nov. 3 – Nov. 4
Where: Denver Center for Performing Arts
Admission: Varies by event
More info: https://www.denvercenter.org/shows/breakin-convention
6. Fall back beer fest
What: Celebrating beer and beer education with some of the finest craft breweries and experts that Colorado has to offer in the heart of the Rockies
When: Nov. 4, from 1-5 p.m.
Where: 1125 ROOFTOP WAYin Estes Park
Admission: $15 - $55
More info: https://www.fallbackbeerfest.com/
7. La Calavera Catrina
What: Join Denver Botanic Gardens in celebrating Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, with an exploration of the iconic and elegant female skeleton known as La Catrina.
When: Oct. 14-Nov.5
Where: Denver Botanic Gardens
Admission: $9-$12.50
More info: https://www.botanicgardens.org/exhibits/la-calavera-catrina