Fun things to do in Denver this Valentine's Day weekend
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"Mortified," an experimental theater program, podcast and Prime Video series, is bringing its signature mix of comedy and cringe-worthy confessionals to Denver with a special love-themed edition.
Why it matters: The two-show event, dubbed "Doomed Valentine's," is perfect for a fun date night — or anyone looking to laugh off their last relationship.
What to expect: Brave adults dig through their teenage vaults to share their most awkward and angsty journal entries, poems, letters and lyrics in front of an audience of total strangers.
- Their (unfortunately) true tales will focus on love found and love lost … but let's be real, mostly lost.
If you go:
📍 Where: The Oriental Theater
📅 When: Friday at 6:30pm and 9pm (each show runs 1 hour, 45 minutes)
🎟️ Tickets: $25
More weekend events
🍸 Love Letter to Denver: Visit the Block Distilling Co., on Friday from noon to midnight for a free cocktail. Open 5-10pm, shop jewelry, flash tattoos and flower bouquets from local vendors. Free
🌸 Orchid Showcase: Admire hundreds of exotic and rare orchid blooms at the Denver Botanic Gardens through Monday. Tickets are $15.75
🎻 Marvel Studios' "Infinity Saga Concert Experience": The Colorado Symphony will take you on a journey through the Marvel Cinematic Universe with music from 23 beloved films at Boettcher Concert Hall on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets start at $15
🫶 A Cure for Loneliness: Hear powerful stories of human connection in an increasingly disconnected world at the Su Teatro Cultural and Performing Arts Center on Sunday. Tickets are $26
🎤 Valentine's Weekend with Ian Lara: Stand-up star of MAX's special "Romantic Comedy" Ian Lara takes over Comedy Works Downtown all weekend. Tickets start at $20