5280 Magazine

10/31/2023

From Denver Film Festival to Colorado Uncorked, there's a lot going on around the Front Range this week.

The best things to do in and around the Mile High City this week.

10/31/2023

Curl up on the couch inside the town's beloved coffee shop for a ghost tale or two👻

Food and drink entrepreneurs are helping to bring Silver Plume’s storied past into a new century.

10/30/2023

It's OK if you look a little more like a "Wipeout" contestant at first.

The massive obstacle course, based on the hit show, is designed for wannabe ninjas of all ages and is the second of its kind in the U.S.

10/30/2023

Spend time with the dearly departed—and get a history lesson—this Halloween.

If you’re looking for goosebumps—plus a gripping history lesson—these burial grounds have what you’re seeking.

10/30/2023

Soup, there it is!🥟

Fast-casual spot Chopstickers’ soup dumplings are a step above the competition.

10/29/2023

This is one princess that doesn't seem to be turning back into a pumpkin...

All eyes have been on the Colorado Buffaloes this season, but it's time to give credit where credit is due.

10/27/2023

Nailed it💅

Book with these Front Range nail techs and salons for your own set of Instagram-worthy claws.

10/26/2023

You'll be the czar of 'za with these tips🍕

The experts at Cart Driver, Redeemer Pizza, and the Greenwich share advice on how to make pizza night a surefire success.

10/25/2023

Mayor Mike Johnston has been vocal about his ambitious goal to tackle homelessness in Denver, but what else has the city's new CEO undertaken in his first 100 days?

Since becoming Denver’s mayor, Mike Johnston has predominantly focused on homelessness. We wanted to know what else he’s been up to.

10/25/2023

Yes, that is a dog dressed as a postal worker.

The best things to do in and around the Mile High City this week.

10/25/2023

You don't have to drink to have a good time in Denver.

Despite being known for its legal w**d and craft beer, you don’t need to light up or suffer hangovers to have a good time in Denver.

10/25/2023

10/25/2023

Our reigning champs return to Ball Arena tonight!

A Denver Nuggets fan argues that the Blue and Gold’s reputation as lovable losers shouldn’t go away now that the team won it all.

10/24/2023

There's a reason the Simpsons raved about how good Ethiopian food is.

These Ethiopian restaurants in and around Denver deliver tasty stews, fluffy injera, crispy sambusas, and more.

10/24/2023

What's your favorite hot spring to soak in?

Our scorching hot picks for a day or weekend-long vacation of mineral springs, geothermal pools, breathtaking views, and the heat of volcanic rock.

10/23/2023

We know it was 86 degrees this past weekend but it looks like we're running out of pool days...

The average date of first snow in Denver has already passed thanks to a dominant ridge of high pressure and stubborn summer heat.

10/21/2023

There are many issues facing our local community – from affordable housing and education to economic development – and many nonprofit organizations are working on these topics. It can be tough to know where to get started and how to make the greatest impact. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you create an effective philanthropic giving strategy: https://bit.ly/4013LZz.

10/19/2023

Happy home opener!

We put together a newcomer’s guide to the team, so you can act like you've been paying attention the whole time.

10/19/2023

Do you know what’s in your vanilla extract? It matters more than you think. Local vanilla extract manufacturer, Rodelle Vanilla, sources and produces vanilla ethnically for farm-to-table vanilla extract you can feel good about. Learn more about the difference that responsibly sourced, pure vanilla extract can make at https://bit.ly/3Q4ZxMd.

10/18/2023

Staycation, anyone?

Owner Christine Eisenstein selected furnishings and decor inspired by the locally commissioned murals.

10/18/2023

This lesser-known Utah National Monument offers stunning views without the crowds.

Leave the crowds behind and explore Utah’s oldest national monument.

10/17/2023

Eat a five-star meal & then climb right into bed? Yes please.

The Carlin, a new "restaurant with rooms" in Breckenridge, houses a seafood-forward eatery, a tavern, and four luxury suites under one roof.

10/17/2023

Time to do our civic duty🫡

We break down the statewide ballot measures, call out the school board race to watch, and explain Boulder’s new ranked-choice voting system.

10/16/2023

The only thing scarier than ghost stories? True crime.

From family slayings to murderous college janitors, here are some of the most skin-crawling crimes that have unfolded in Colorado.

10/14/2023

It's your last chance to get tickets to the 5280 Dines event on Sunday, October 15 at Stockyards Event Center! We are so excited to bring to life the pages of our October Best Restaurants issue at this can’t-miss foodie bash featuring palate-pleasing menus, delicious sips (including non-alcoholic options), a lively DJ set, and more fun! Get your tickets at https://www.5280scene.com/5280-dines/!

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10/13/2023

Grab your ghoul squad!

Get your fright on at the ghoulish pop-ups and year-round haunts serving spooky sips that are sure to wake the dead.

10/12/2023

The 5280 Dines event is back THIS SUNDAY, October 15 at Stockyards Event Center in Denver! 🍾 We're bringing to life our Best Restaurants issue at this can't-miss foodie bash. Experience palate-pleasing bites from the best restaurants in and around Denver, sip on delightful libations, and more!

Have you got your tickets? We have a special discount code for our Facebook followers! Use promo code DINESONFB for $6 off per ticket when you purchase two or more! Get your tickets today at https://www.5280scene.com/5280-dines/!

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10/11/2023

You're running out of time to see Colorado at its most colorful! Here's where to find fall foliage near Denver.

Cooler nights, earlier sunsets, and autumn hues are upon us: Here, 20 hikes near Denver, Colorado that are perfect for fall.

10/11/2023

You’re invited to Denver Scholarship Foundation's 2023 Homecoming Gala and After Party on October 20 honoring the accomplishments of Denver high school students, college scholars, and alumni! Come for the entire event or the after-party! Proceeds help make it possible for thousands of Denver Public Schools graduates to complete a college degree. Learn more and purchase tickets at https://denverscholarship.org/gala.

10/10/2023

Gilmore Girls fans, it's your time to shine.

The best things to do in and around the Mile High City this week.

10/10/2023

The best way to soak in this gourd-geous weather!

It’s officially gourd season. Here are our top suggestions for which pumpkin patch to pick, depending on the fall experience you’re craving.

10/10/2023

Celebrate the best restaurants in and around Denver with us THIS SUNDAY! Experience palate-pleasing bites from the best restaurants in and around Denver, sip on a multitude of delightful drinks at event bars, capture the night at photo booths, enjoy a lively DJ set, plus giveaway stations, lounges, and more. Get your tickets at www.5280scene.com/5280-dines/.

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10/10/2023

A bar that takes traditional putt putt and turns it on its head? Holey Moley, you'd better believe it! Holey Moley Golf Club Denver serves up a Par-Tee with eclectic holes, Insta-worthy drinks & delicious food - all under one roof! Learn more at https://bit.ly/46bKUgB!

10/09/2023

The 5280 Dines event is just ONE WEEK AWAY! 🚨 Join us on October 15 at National Western Center's Stockyard Event Center as we celebrate our city's best restaurants with an evening of food, drinks, and fun. Get your tickets today https://www.5280scene.com/5280-dines/!

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10/06/2023

Chili, Booze, & Brews – an event of The Morgan Adams Foundation is back on November 11 from 6-9 PM at Highlands Masonic Lounge! Enjoy unlimited samples from chefs, brewers, and distillers all coming together to “Bring the Heat and Bring the Hope” in support of kids with cancer! Learn more at chiliboozeandbrews.com!

10/06/2023

Make your rezzies now!

From two dumpling restaurants to a cheerful breakfast joint, here’s what’s new and noteworthy in the Front Range right now.

10/06/2023

"There are a lot of great clubs out there, but the planets just line up when it comes to Comedy Works”

Industry insiders say Comedy Works is one of the best clubs in the country—that's due in large part to longtime owner Wende Curtis.

10/06/2023

On Sunday, October 15 experience the best restaurants in and around Denver at the can’t-miss culinary event of the year — 5280 Dines! Toast our city’s culinary stars with an evening of palate-pleasing menus from 2023 Best Restaurant winners African Grill and Bar, Blackbelly, Daughter Thai Kitchen and Bar, Fox and the Hen, Lucina Eatery & Bar, Misfit Snackbar, Noisette Restaurant and Bakery, Sap Sua, Stone Cellar Bistro, Tocabe, An American Indian Eatery, Urban Village Grill, plus 5280 partners Blanco Cocina + Cantina, Culinary Dropout, Blue Agave Grill, Emmi Roth, STK Steakhouse, Kona Grill, and 801 Fish Denver, delicious sips (including non-alcoholic options), a lively DJ set, and more! Get your tickets at https://www.5280scene.com/5280-dines/!

📸: From the Hip

10/05/2023

If you see us double-fisting croissants at Denver Bake Fest, no you didn't.

The best things to do in and around the Mile High City this week.