Denver’s Vibrant Arts Scene on Display During Denver Arts Week.
Denver Arts Week returns for its 18th annual celebration, bringing the city’s vibrant arts and culture scene to life from November 1 through November 10. With over 620 events showcasing the work of more than 350 organizations citywide, this nine-day event invites everyone to dive into the creativity and diversity that makes Denver’s arts scene unique. The 47th annual Denver Film Festival also kicks off, Coinciding with Denver Arts Week, running through November 10.
Denver Arts Week is supported by Denver Arts & Venues and the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District and by CBS Colorado, Downtown Denver Partnership, Colorado Public Radio, Denverite, 5280 Magazine and Westword.
November 2, Denver’s Free Night at the Museum returns, with nearly 20 of the city’s top museums offering free admission from 5–10 p.m. Participating museums include:
- Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus
- Clyfford Still Museum
- Denver Art Museum
- History Colorado Center
- Denver Firefighters Museum
- Museum for Black Girls
- Forney Museum of Transportation
- Museo de las Americas
- And many more!

To make it easy, VISIT DENVER will be providing free shuttles throughout the evening, helping participants hop between museums and fully experience the night.
Beyond the events, Denver Arts Week is packed with exclusive deals on tickets, tours, and performances, making it the perfect time to immerse yourself in Denver’s cultural landscape. This nine-day festival, supported by Denver Arts & Venues and major local media, is a celebration of creativity and community that fills every corner of the city. For a complete list of events, check out denverartsweek.com.
Video time codes:
0:00 Mayor Johnston playing drums with Purnell Steen and the Five Points Ambassadors at Dazzle
2:28 Speakers in front of step and repeat
2:49 Mayor Johnston
3:17 Kevin Smith, CEO of Denver Film
3:47 Mayor Johnston
4:10 Gretchen Hollrah, executive director of Denver Arts and Venues
4:41 Flavia Light, vice president, chief tourism development officer, VISIT DENVER
5:23 Kevin Smith, CEO of Denver Film
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