This fall tradition is celebrated at Larimer Square, a restored section of Denver's oldest street. German bands, dancing, oompah bands, beer, bratwurst, food booths, colorful costumes, and of course, more beer. The largest and most prestigious beer festival in the United States offers samples of over 1,700 different beers, all competing for coveted medals. Taste lagers, stouts, chili beers, and even chocolate stouts from every corner of the nation. 2001 Demonstrations of the state's rich and diverse performing arts are displayed including dance, theater, music, opera, story-telling and more, all at the Denver Performing Arts Complex, the largest such center under one roof in the US with 9 theaters seating 10,000 people.
Stars come out for a week of film, fun and fantasy.
View some of the best films and celebrities from around the world in several downtown venues, including the historic Mayan Theatre. Many activities and special performances surround this week-long event. Larimer Square becomes a holiday extravaganza every weekend featuring Santa's Workshop, carolers, a tuba concert, live reindeer and other activities. The historic block's Victorian buildings are decked in evergreens and ribbons. A spectacular holiday parade that is a twenty year tradition with dazzling theme floats, giant balloons and marching bands, winding through the streets of downtown Denver.