Denver is an active city. There are hundreds of activities to do in the Mile High City. No matter what activity you prefer, you know Denver will have it. Here are the 6 best things to do in Denver:
Breweries
Recently, micro-breweries have flocked to the West. Rocky Mountain water gives every beer brewed in Denver a crisp clean taste straight from the tap. TheCoors Brewery tour in Golden is free to the public and provides free samples. If you are looking for smaller breweries, check out the tour atNew Belgium Brewery in Ft. Collins. In the middle of Denver, there is also an officialDenver Microbrew Tour, with stops near the Ballpark and in the LoDo neighborhood — perfect for the beer connoisseur.
Book Readings
Additionally, Denver is also home to many authors and poets who like to present their works in local bookstores and coffee shops. On Sunday nights there’s a poetry slam atMercury Cafe, where anyone can sign up to present their poem or just come by and listen. There are also book clubs at theTattered Cover, a local book store specializing in local, independent authors.
Trivia Nights
Next, are you looking for something to do in Denver where you can showcase your knowledge of random information? Check out the trivia nights hosted by many bars in the Denver area.Geeks Who Drink is popular in Denver, hosting a pub quiz most nights of the week. On Wednesdays the Irish Rover hosts a quiz and Stoney’s Bar and Grill has a trivia night on Thursdays.
Opera House / Plays / Ballet
Denver is home to the world-renownedColorado Ballet, featuring world-class ballet dancers at various theaters throughout Denver. Some of Broadway’s most famous plays, like The Lion King and The Book of Mormon, have performed shows at the Bellco Theater. Next door to the Bellco Theater is the Ellie Caulkins Opera House, where opera enthusiasts will be delighted that every seat tilts backward in the theater.
Meow Wolf
In addition to Santa Fe and Las Vegas, Denver is also home to a Meow Wolf! This location is an enormous addition to the growing chain of interactive art exhibits. It’s an astounding 10x the size of the Santa Fe Meow Wolf, so this is an amazing place to get lost in for a few hours. From a strange extra-stellar forest to an alien city, you’ll always find something new with each visit- and, if you’re feeling up to it, stop by the gift shop to get some incredible merchandise!
Puzzles
The new trend for entertainment venues are puzzle rooms. Teams from 2 to 8 players congregate in individual rooms where the team has one hour to unlock the door. Each room has a theme, and there are puzzles, clues and codes spread out in the room, ready to be solved by each team. Because the clues are unique to each room, some clues might lead to another clue, a way out of the room, or even a hidden room! The fun keeps going until the timer runs out, creating a sense of urgency and entertainment as the night wears on.
One of the best puzzle rooms in Denver isEscapeWorks. The best way to escape life’s struggles is to try to escape our puzzle rooms! With a variety of themes to fit any team, we can be the one place where fun and brain power come together to create one memorable night for you and your friends.
If you have any questions about our puzzle rooms,contact us at EscapeWorks Denver and we will be happy to assist you!
we did 2 escape rooms with our game master Gabby, she was so wonderful and half the reason we did a spontaneous second one. these rooms are so immersive and so well thought out. we will be coming back! and i really liked “your progression at our discretion”
not having the clock made it all the more fun and the game masters were very creative with their clues
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madeline h.
8/31/2025
we did 2 escape rooms with our game master Gabby, she was so wonderful and half the reason we did a spontaneous second one. these rooms are so immersive and so well thought out. we will be coming back! and i really liked “your progression at our discretion”
not having the clock made it all the more fun and the game masters were very creative with their clues
eljay k.
8/24/2025
Me and my buddies were on a trip to Denver and stopped by at this gem of a place. Sean was a very helpful and friendly host, and the place looked wonderful. The bank robbery escape room was so unique but I wished we had more time to explore the other escape rooms they offered. Overall, I’d highly recommend this place, especially the bank robbery escape room. 10/10 experience
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eljay k.
8/24/2025
Me and my buddies were on a trip to Denver and stopped by at this gem of a place. Sean was a very helpful and friendly host, and the place looked wonderful. The bank robbery escape room was so unique but I wished we had more time to explore the other escape rooms they offered. Overall, I’d highly recommend this place, especially the bank robbery escape room. 10/10 experience
Jacki F.
8/17/2025
Our family had an amazing time at the Casino Heist escape room during our visit, and it was all thanks to our host, Bailey.
She was absolutely incredible—so enthusiastic, friendly, and her hints were perfectly timed. Bailey made the experience truly stand out for us. Her energy and positive attitude kept the game exciting and fun for everyone. We can't recommend this place enough, and we all hope you get her as your host!
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Jacki F.
8/17/2025
Our family had an amazing time at the Casino Heist escape room during our visit, and it was all thanks to our host, Bailey.
She was absolutely incredible—so enthusiastic, friendly, and her hints were perfectly timed. Bailey made the experience truly stand out for us. Her energy and positive attitude kept the game exciting and fun for everyone. We can't recommend this place enough, and we all hope you get her as your host!
Seana M.
8/17/2025
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We had such a great time at this escape room, and Zeke absolutely made the experience! From the moment we walked in, he was welcoming, funny, and full of energy. He explained everything clearly, kept the vibe exciting, and even added little touches that made it more immersive and fun. His enthusiasm was contagious, and you could tell he genuinely loves what he does. Zeke truly went above and beyond to make sure we had the best time!!!
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Seana M.
8/17/2025
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We had such a great time at this escape room, and Zeke absolutely made the experience! From the moment we walked in, he was welcoming, funny, and full of energy. He explained everything clearly, kept the vibe exciting, and even added little touches that made it more immersive and fun. His enthusiasm was contagious, and you could tell he genuinely loves what he does. Zeke truly went above and beyond to make sure we had the best time!!!
Will C.
8/08/2025
Had a blast solving the casino room. Tough, creative clues. Zeke was excellent! My family and I would do another room next time we are in Denver.
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Will C.
8/08/2025
Had a blast solving the casino room. Tough, creative clues. Zeke was excellent! My family and I would do another room next time we are in Denver.
Camille
8/07/2025
Did the vampire themed room with 2 people, and had a great experience! Our room supervisor was Sean and he was so perfect with his hint timing, and I could tell he had a real passion for escape rooms. The room was super fun, we were able to get a weekday discount and a private room at no extra cost. Plus they even started the room early for us so we didn’t have to wait! Great experience, and would recommend to others.
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Camille
8/07/2025
Did the vampire themed room with 2 people, and had a great experience! Our room supervisor was Sean and he was so perfect with his hint timing, and I could tell he had a real passion for escape rooms. The room was super fun, we were able to get a weekday discount and a private room at no extra cost. Plus they even started the room early for us so we didn’t have to wait! Great experience, and would recommend to others.
Annika D.
8/07/2025
So much fun! We did the Egyptian tomb themed escape room! Kaleb was a great host and a great storyteller. Perfect difficulty! Not too easy or too hard! Would do again :)
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Annika D.
8/07/2025
So much fun! We did the Egyptian tomb themed escape room! Kaleb was a great host and a great storyteller. Perfect difficulty! Not too easy or too hard! Would do again :)
Olivia D.
8/04/2025
Our visit to EscapeWorks Denver was fantastic from start to finish! The escape room we played was incredibly creative and challenging; exactly the kind of immersive fun we were hoping for. The puzzles kept us on our toes and the design of the game was top-notch.
What really made our experience stand out was our game master, Sky. From the moment we walked into the lobby, Sky set the tone with great energy, witty banter, and a clear passion for making sure everyone has a great time. They struck the perfect balance of helpful and entertaining throughout the game, and wrapped things up with just as much enthusiasm. Sky absolutely rocked!
If you’re looking for a fun, memorable outing in Denver, EscapeWorks is a must and if you get Sky as your game master, you’re in for a treat!
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Olivia D.
8/04/2025
Our visit to EscapeWorks Denver was fantastic from start to finish! The escape room we played was incredibly creative and challenging; exactly the kind of immersive fun we were hoping for. The puzzles kept us on our toes and the design of the game was top-notch.
What really made our experience stand out was our game master, Sky. From the moment we walked into the lobby, Sky set the tone with great energy, witty banter, and a clear passion for making sure everyone has a great time. They struck the perfect balance of helpful and entertaining throughout the game, and wrapped things up with just as much enthusiasm. Sky absolutely rocked!
If you’re looking for a fun, memorable outing in Denver, EscapeWorks is a must and if you get Sky as your game master, you’re in for a treat!
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