Apr 30, 2026 - Things to Do

What to do in Denver this weekend: Cinco de Mayo and more

John Frank

Illustration: Gabriella Turrisi/Axios

🎉 The annual two-day Denver Cinco de Mayo Festival returns Saturday and Sunday to Civic Center Park.

The event is a celebration of culture, community, food, music and family fun, organizers say. It's open 10am-8pm both days. Free.

👗 Denver Fashion Week starts tomorrow with eight runway shows at the Furniture Row Showroom (5445 Bannock St.) ranging from athleisure to eco-conscious outfits.

📌 Aurora is celebrating its 135th birthday from 10am-1pm Saturday at the Aurora History Museum. Free.

📣 Denver Art Society is hosting its First Friday celebration on Santa Fe Drive from 5-11pm tomorrow.

💥 Mile High Comics and other comic book shops are celebrating Free Comic Book Day on Saturday by giving away comic books.

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