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Post Malone & Street Jazz: Denver Does June Right
Kiki Ash
June 11, 2025
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
⛅ Light rain • High: 88°F • Low: 60°F
Inside this issue:
Quick Note from Kiki:
Hi Everyone!
I'm traveling across Slovenia until next week. While I'm missing all the local fun, I'll still be keeping you posted on local news and events. If you attend any events, please tag me on Instagram @rbdailydenver so I can check them out!
Always feel free to email me at [email protected] with comments, ideas, or any topics you would like to see more or less of.
Hope you enjoy all the news and events.
Kiki ❤️
Lake Bled in Slovenia. Photo by me.
Local News
16th Street Kiosk Businesses Revitalization
16th Street New Kiosk. Photo by DDP.
The Downtown Denver Partnership (DDP) is working to revitalize 16th Street by bringing back small businesses to the kiosks along the mall.
Before the pandemic, there were 20 local businesses operating from these small structures. The 2020 shutdown and the street renovation that started in 2022 caused many to relocate or close permanently. Currently, nine businesses are running with two more getting ready to launch.
The useful part for potential entrepreneurs: DDP has grant funding available ranging from $3,000 for basic carts up to $12,500 for food service kiosks. According to Sarah Wiebenson from the economic development team, they still have both grants and lease opportunities available.
The concept helps small business owners get started with lower barriers to entry while bringing more shopping and dining options to the pedestrian mall. Some newer kiosk designs were created by University of Colorado Denver students, modern cube structures with slate and black metal finishes.
If you're thinking about starting a small business or know someone who is, this could be a solid opportunity to get started with some financial support in a high-traffic area.
Denver Reduces Unsheltered Homelessness
Denver has made real progress in reducing unsheltered homelessness, reporting a 45% drop from 1,423 individuals in 2023 to 785 in 2025, which the city claims is a national record.
But the full picture is more complicated. While fewer people are living on the streets, overall homelessness in Denver has actually increased from 5,818 people in 2023 to 7,347 in 2025. Many people have moved from tents into shelters, but thousands are still living in group shelters, some for years.
The data comes from the Point in Time count, which experts say has significant limitations since it's just a one-night snapshot. Cold weather during the count can skew results by driving people from camps into shelters.
Denver is moving faster than other cities like Houston and Dallas in reducing street homelessness, but the mayor's goal of moving people from shelters into permanent housing has been slower than expected. With potential federal funding cuts, permanent housing solutions could become even harder to achieve.
What's Happening
City Park Jazz
City Park Jazz is bringing live music to Denver with free jazz concerts at City Park from June 8 through August 3, 2025.
The series runs every Sunday from 6-8 PM at the pavilion. This week (June 15), ATOMGA is performing their afrobeat-jazz-funk fusion that gets people moving. Here is a YouTube video to give you a sample of their music. It’s great!
These guys have been performing together for 13 years, and here's a fun fact: there's actually a gold medal-winning beer named after them in Brazil that you can sometimes find at Banded Oak Brewing here in Denver.
As a community staple, these concerts provide a great gathering spot for residents to enjoy live music without spending money.
Bring a blanket or folding chair. It's one of those Denver traditions that's actually worth your time.
Post Malone Presents: The BIG ASS Stadium Tour
Post Malone's BIG ASS Stadium Tour hits Denver on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at 6:30 PM at Empower Field at Mile High.
He's bringing special guests Jelly Roll, Wyatt Flores, and Chandler Walters for what's being called his biggest headlining tour to date. There's also a Travelin' Tailgate from 2:00-6:00 PM on the south side of the stadium with food, live music, beer, and exclusive merch.
The tour celebrates his Grammy-nominated country album F-1 Trillion, so expect a mix of his biggest hits plus new country tracks. Parking permits are expected to sell out, but there's off-site parking at Auraria Campus, Ball Arena, Denver Aquarium and Riverside Church Denver.
If you're going, note the clear bag policy is in effect and tailgating is allowed beforehand.
Biking
E-Biking Adventure Along Bear Creek Trail
Join the E-biking adventure on June 21, 2025, at 10:00 AM along the picturesque Bear Creek Trail, starting at the College View Recreation Center.
This event welcomes veterans, service members, and their families, providing a perfect opportunity to connect with the great outdoors.
With its relaxed and supportive atmosphere, this adventure offers a refreshing day in nature and a chance to unwind and recharge with loved ones. It's a well-organized way to get outside and enjoy Colorado's natural beauty.
Slope-Style Bike Park in Denver
Denver's Ruby Hill bike park is now open, providing a dedicated space for mountain biking enthusiasts to improve their skills.
Open year-round, this facility lets bikers work on their mountain biking skills in a supportive environment.
If you want to learn the basics of body positioning, braking, and shifting before hitting the trails in the bike park on provided Yeti full-suspension bikes come every Tuesday from 5:30 to 8:00pm
Business Buzz (ok, breweries)
New Beer Tapping at Comrade Brewing
Comrade Brewing tapped their Perfect Blue West Coast IPA at the beginning of June.
Known for their solid selection of IPAs and craft beers, they regularly host new beer releases and taproom activities. The taproom is open 12 PM to 8 PM on Sundays and Mondays, until 9 PM Tuesday to Thursday, and until 10 PM on Fridays and Saturdays.
If you missed the tapping event, you can still try the new IPA throughout the week. Good spot if you're into fresh IPAs.
They also host the Colorado Trivia League every Tuesday from 6:30-8:30 pm.
Denver Beer Co. Taproom Takeover
Denver Beer Co. has several things happening this week across their locations:
Tuesday, June 10: Run Club at all 5 DBC taprooms - meet at 6:15 PM. Good way to combine exercise with beer if that's your thing.
Thursday, June 12: Summer Zoo Days at 5 PM at their Littleton location.
Sunday, June 15: Father's Day BBQ Box available at Littleton, Lowry, and South Downing locations. Perfect timing if you need a Father's Day plan.
They also have ongoing weekly trivia (Monday 7 PM at Littleton, Wednesday 7 PM at Lowry, Wednesday 6:30 PM at South Downing, Thursday 8 PM at Arvada) and weekly bingo (Tuesday at Arvada, Wednesday at Littleton, Thursday at Platte St and South Downing, all 6-8 PM).
Running Events
Tempo Thursday
Tempo Thursday is happening this week on June 12, 2025, from 6:30-7:30 PM at Highland Bridge & Platte St in Denver.
This is always free and open to all runners - no need to register in advance, just show up. The group heads out for warmups together at 6:35, then goes through the tempo workouts.
Afterward, everyone meets at Cerveceria Colorado (which is Denver Beer Co) for drinks and socializing.
Good opportunity to work on your tempo pace with a supportive group, plus there's a social aspect afterward. The Highland Bridge location makes it convenient for people coming from different parts of the city.
Denver Frontrunners Run/Walk
Denver Frontrunners meet every Saturday at 9:15 AM in front of Dora Moore Elementary School at 9th Ave. and Downing St., across from King Soopers.
Runners do about 6 miles heading to Washington Park via Marion Street, circling the park and returning. Walkers head to Cheesman Park for about 3.2 miles. Afterward, everyone meets at Buzz Cafe at Marion and 6th around 10:30 AM.
This Saturday, June 14, 2025 is the next run. Rain, snow, or shine. Good group for consistent weekend exercise with a community aspect.
Events
Film on the Rocks: 2001 A Space Odyssey
Mon Jun 9 • 8 PM • Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Where: 18300 W Alameda Pkwy, Morrison 80465. What: Kubrick’s classic on the big sandstone screen, with live music + comedy set at 7 PM. GA $25, VIP $50.
Coldplay — Music of the Spheres World Tour
Tue Jun 10 • 6 PM • Empower Field at Mile High.
Where: 1701 Bryant St, Denver 80204. What: Stadium-size sing-along (“Yellow,” “My Universe”) plus surprise guest; tickets $75–250+.
Sheryl Crow + Larkin Poe
Tue Jun 10 • 7:30 PM • Red Rocks Amphitheatre.
Where: 18300 W Alameda Pkwy, Morrison. What: Nine-time Grammy icon belts “If It Makes You Happy” under the stars; seats from $55.
Bloc Party w/ Blonde Redhead
Wed Jun 11 • 7 PM • Red Rocks Amphitheatre.
Where: Morrison. What: ’05 indie heroes play Silent Alarm hits; art-rock openers, $45-90.
Stick Figure + Stephen Marley
Thu Jun 12 • 6:30 PM • Red Rocks Amphitheatre.
Where: Morrison. What: Reggae-roots vibes; $1 per ticket aids Cocoa Foundation; prices $60+.
Top Taco Denver
Thu Jun 12 • 6 – 10 PM • Westminster City Park.
Where: 10455 Sheridan Blvd, Westminster. What: 60 restaurants, 100+ tequilas & mezcals; unlimited samples; 21+; GA $85, VIP $135.
Vail Craft Beer Classic
Fri & Sat Jun 13–14 • Sessions noon & 3 PM • Westminster City Park.
Where: 10455 Sheridan Blvd. What: All-inclusive tasting of Colorado brews, seltzers, spirits, live music; tickets $55–85.
An Evening with James Taylor & His All-Star Band
Fri Jun 13 and Sat Jun 14 • 7:30 PM • Red Rocks Amphitheatre.
Where: Morrison. What: “Fire and Rain” crooner plus Tiny Habits opener; seats from $65.
Colorado Renaissance Festival — Opening Weekend
Sat Jun 14 & Sun Jun 15 • 10 AM – 6:30 PM • Larkspur.
Where: 650 Perry Park Ave, Larkspur 80118. What: Jousts, turkey legs, 200+ artisan booths; tix $27 adult, $13 child.
Juneteenth Music Festival
Sun Jun 15 • Noon – 8 PM • Five Points (27th & Welton).
What: Free parade at 11 AM, 100+ vendors, live sets headlined by Juvenile; VIP pass $25.
Levitt Pavilion Pride Celebration ft. Emily Wolfe
Sat Jun 14 • 6 PM • Levitt Pavilion, Ruby Hill Park.
Where: 1380 W Florida Ave. Price: FREE. What: Pride-week mini-festival—Texas guitar dynamo Emily Wolfe plus queer-fronted rockers Lips Speak Louder; lawn seating, food-truck row, craft-beer garden.
Drag Me to the Opera
Sun Jun 15 • 6 PM • Levitt Pavilion.
Where: Ruby Hill Park. Price: FREE. What: Central City Opera brings vocal divas + Denver drag royalty for a campy mash-up of arias and lip-sync; bring blankets & picnic.
Denver Street Fairs — Father’s Day Weekend
Sat Jun 14 10:30 AM – Sun Jun 15 5:30 PM • Blake & 21st St., LoDo.
Where: 2020 Blake St. Price: FREE entry. What: Handmade-only market shuts down two blocks by Coors Field—100 + makers, food trucks, live bands, family-friendly.
Yoga on the Rocks – The River
Sat Jun 14 • 7 AM • Red Rocks Amphitheatre.
Where: 18300 W Alameda Pkwy, Morrison. Price: $19. What: Sunrise vinyasa class on the world-famous steps—mats line the sandstone rows; gates open 6 AM.
Post Malone + Jelly Roll — Big Ass Stadium Tour
Sun Jun 15 • 6 PM • Empower Field at Mile High.
Where: 1701 Bryant St. Price: $95–250+. What: Genre-hopping superstar’s first country-leaning set, supported by Jelly Roll; pyros, drone show.
Trevor Hall
Sun Jun 15 • 7:30 PM • Red Rocks Amphitheatre.
Where: Morrison. Price: $45–90. What: Folk-roots mystic with full band under a crescent moon; download app for touchless entry.
Chelo — El Adiós De Una Grande
Fri Jun 13 • 7:30 PM • Bellco Theatre.
Where: 1100 Stout St. Price: $55+. What: Mexican ranchera legend’s farewell tour stop, with guest Lorenzo de Monteclaro; Spanish-language sing-along guaranteed.
The Tempest — Colorado Shakespeare Festival
Mon Jun 9 – Sun Jun 15 • 7:30 PM • Roe Green Theatre, CU Boulder.
Where: 972 Broadway, Boulder. Tickets: $26–90. What: Opening week of CSF’s indoor season—shipwreck, sprites and sorcery in air-conditioned comfort, 35 min from Denver.
Garden-to-Glass: Summer Drinks & Tapas Workshop
Thu Jun 12 • 6 – 8:30 PM • Denver Botanic Gardens, York St.
Where: 1007 York St. Fee: $77 public / $70 members. What: Hands-on mixology class using garden herbs, plus chef-paired tapas; ticket includes admission after hours.