Ten Stories About Music-Festival Drama

As Denverites weigh whether to bring a new music festival to Overland Park Golf Course, we think it’s time to review some of our past coverage of music festival drama. Here are ten stories looking at messy music festival history in Denver and beyond. 1. Social Media is Ruining Music Festivals…

I-70, RTD Shooting, Sanctuary Cities: The Biggest Stories in Denver

This past week was a busy one in Denver, to be sure. Mayor Michael Hancock found himself in the crosshairs of a national debate raging about sanctuary cities and whether President Donald Trump would punish municipalities that are outspoken advocates of undocumented immigrants. Neil Gorsuch, a federal appellate judge in…

Reader: If You Care About the Homeless, Let Them Stay in Encampments

While Denver officials grapple with Trump administration orders about refugees and immigration, they also have homegrown problems. At the end of January, the city conducted another sweep of a homeless encampment — but having apparently learned some lessons from the snafus of last spring, this time the city had much…

These Ten Restaurants and Breweries Will Open in 2017

The restaurant market is getting tight in Denver, but plenty of chefs and restaurateurs think there’s room for more. Do you think we’re oversaturated with new bars and eateries, or is there always room for more variety? Either way, these ten breweries and restaurants have announced their intentions to join…

A Second Helping of Westword Food & Drink, January 30-February 3

As January transitioned to February and ice coated the city in a slippery layer, this week’s food news included a company called Infinite Harvest that doesn’t worry too much about the weather outside for growing vegetables hydroponically indoors. In fact, the company hopes to some day set up farming operations…

The Ten Most Iconic Bars in Denver

It’s high time we celebrate Denver’s most iconic bars, before another one issues a surprise last call. Here are ten watering holes with such great bones, history and atmosphere that we hope they never dry up.

The Best Concerts in Denver This Weekend, February 3-5

Freak folk artist Devendra Banhart performs at the Boulder Theater tonight, while reggae-rock and ska bands Pepper and Less Than Jake co-headline at the Ogden Theatre. This weekend’s lineup also includes Datsik at 1STBANK Center, Cherry Glazerr at Larimer Lounge and Galactic at the Fillmore Auditorium.

What to Do on Colorado Ski Slopes in February

There’s no business like snow business, and a visit to any of Colorado’s mountains will show why. They’re enjoying such record snowfall that some have already announced extensions to their season. But in the meantime, there’s plenty to do on the slopes in February:

Best of Denver 2017 Readers’ Poll Now Open: Vote Now!

Whether you’re a native or a newcomer, there’s a lot to love about Colorado — and we’re packing all of our favorites into the Best of Denver 2017, due to arrive on March 30. This is our 34th annual celebration of the city, and once again we’re asking you to…

The 21 Best Events in Denver, January 31-February 6

Celebrate cultural diversity at the Nile Project’s concert at Macky Auditorium, shop for your Valentine at Ink Lounge’s Fancy Pants, or attend a lively Super Bowl party. They’re all in our 21 best events list this week. Tuesday, January 31 Violin virtuoso Yumi Hwang-Williams has performed with musical groups all over…

Immigration: Ten Stories on How the Issue Hits Colorado

As President Donald Trump grapples with a campaign promise to complete a wall between the U.S. and Mexico — and protesters rally at Denver International Airport to welcome an immigrant’s arrival to the place he considers home — Colorado continues to struggle with its own immigration issues. See the slide show…

Reader: At Cherry Creek, Parking Is a Privilege, Not a Right

After 25 years, the Cherry Creek Shopping Center is finally charging for parking (after the first hour, and not counting some store validations) in a program called Smart Parking. In response to this not-so-smart move, Teague Bohlen offered “Eight More Money-Making Ideas for the Cherry Creek Mall” — but readers quickly ticketed him for violations.