THE PREMIER LGBTQ+ BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY
DENVER Vol. 11
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02 ABOUT GUIDE 04 RESTAURANT SCHEDULE 12 EVENTS GUIDE 14 BAR ORGS & ATTRACTIONS 16 LGBTQ+ DIRECTORY 20 BUSINESS
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ABOUT LGBTQ+ Denver Denver is known for its active outdoor lifestyle, great weather, awesome recreational opportunities, and diverse community. It’s also one of the most gay-friendly cities in the country, and its rapid growth in the past decade can be attributed to the laid-back and accepting attitude that permeates the city. The city offers a wide range of establishments, from small, hole-in-the-wall neighborhood bars to a wide selection of clubs, diverse nightlife, and lots of arts and culture. One of the most attractive things about Denver is that, after enjoying a night out downtown, the foothills and the beautiful scenery of the Rocky Mountains are only ten minutes away, offering any recreational activity that you can imagine including skiing, snowboarding, fishing, hunting, hiking, and camping, to name just a few.
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RESTAURANT GUI DE Banzai Sushi Offers 100 inventive rolls & other Japanese dishes. 6655 Leetsdale Dr, Denver, CO
Hamburger Mary’s Bar & Grill American bar & grill chain. 1336 E 17th Ave, Denver, CO Jax Fish House LoDo Upscale gourmet seafood dishes & creative cocktails. 1539 17th St, Denver, CO
Bastien’s Restaurant Mid Century American dining room known for its thick-cut, sugar-rubbed steaks since 1937. 3503 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO
Kaladi Coffee Roasters Bustling hub for fair-trade, organically grown java that’s roasted in-house. 1730 E Evans Ave, Denver, CO
Carmine’s on Penn Hefty sharing portions of Italian standards in an unpretentious setting. 92 S Pennsylvania St, Denver, CO
Panzano Focused on sustainable Northern Italian cuisine. 909 17th St, Denver, CO
D’Corazon Outpost for Mexican comfort food paired with potent margaritas. 1530 Blake St Unit C, Denver, CO
Potager Rustic dining room whose organic New American menu changes monthly. 1109 Ogden St, Denver, CO
El Five Spanish & Eastern Mediterranean small plates & drinks. 2930 Umatilla St Unit #500, Denver, CO
Rhein Haus Denver German-style beer hall featuring unique brews, sausages, pretzels & bocce courts. 1415 Market St, Denver, CO
Fruition Restaurant Drawing foodies for chef Alex Seidel’s farm-to-table New American cuisine. 1313 E 6th Ave, Denver, CO
Rioja Locally sourced, imaginative Mediterranean dishes. 1431 Larimer St, Denver, CO
Guard and Grace Modern steakhouse serving chops, small plates & fine wines. 1801 California St, Denver, CO
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RESTAURANT GUI DE Tamayo Traditional Mexican recipes with modern style. 1400 Larimer St, Denver, CO
Roaming Buffalo Bar-B-Que Brightly hued walls, a copper bar & open kitchen at this cowboy-style barbecue. 2387 S Downing St, Denver, CO
The Corner Office Restaurant + Martini Bar Modern takes on comfort classics that span the globe plus cocktails in a sleek setting. 1401 Curtis St, Denver, CO
Root Down A converted filling station is an artful, high-energy venue for creative American small plates. 1600 W 33rd Ave, Denver, CO
The Hornet Globally influenced American menu, plus pool & happy hours. 76 Broadway, Denver, CO
Steuben’s Uptown Classic regional American favorites. 523 E 17th Ave, Denver, CO Sushi Den Fish is flown in daily from Tokyo at this hopping Japanese venue. 1487 S Pearl St, Denver, CO
Wally’s Wisconsin Tavern Cozy, retro sports bar for Midwesterninspired drinks & pub grub as well as game-watching. 1417 Market St, Denver, CO
Sushi Sasa Modern, minimalist Japanese eatery known for sophisticated preparations of fresh sushi. 2401 15th St #80, Denver, CO
Wash Perk Family Friendly, Lesbian-Owned comfy cafe. 853 E Ohio Ave, Denver, CO
Table 6 Rustic & popular destination for twists on New American classics. 609 Corona St, Denver, CO
Zoe Ma Ma Carefully sourced Chinese street food, including dumplings & noodles. 1625 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO
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EVENTS SCH E D ULE DECEMBER
fan-favorite The Nutcracker returns to Denver this holiday season with 28 performances, including a matinee with sensory-friendly adaptations on Sunday, November 26. For more info visit: coloradoballet.org/The-Nutcracker
DEC 1-23
DENVER CHRISTKINDLMARKET
This annual event brings authentic German and European holiday traditions to Denver! The Market opens every year on the Friday before Thanksgiving, and lasts through the 23rd of December. The event offers an authentic German holiday experience, including opportunities to meet St. Nikolaus, Krampus and the Christkind herself. Guests can savor the season as they enjoy authentic Glühwein, Bavarian-style Biers, European coffee, or hot chocolate while wandering through the Market. Each charming wooden hut offers finely crafted artisan gifts and holiday treats sold by local Coloradan and international merchants. For more info visit: christkindlmarketdenver.com
DEC 10
BOULDER HOLIDAY GIFT FESTIVAL
The annual Boulder Holiday Gift Festival is Boulder’s biggest and best Holiday Shopping Extravaganza. The festival is a great place to find the perfect gift from amazing local exhibitors. You will find a vast array of amazing high quality gifts that are locally made. This fun and unique shopping experience can be enjoyed by the whole family. Admission is free and there is a free concert starting at noon. For more info visit: tinyurl.com/yc4x5dnx
DEC 1-24
CHERRY CREEK NORTH WINTER WANDERLAND
JANUARY
Cherry Creek North Winter Wanderland displays a collection of free holiday offerings and festivities throughout the neighborhood! Cherry Creek North’s Winter Wanderland festivities include a dazzling display of nearly one million twinkling lights on more than 600 trees spread throughout the walkable neighborhood. Throughout the holiday season, visitors can enjoy Saturday Night Lights with complimentary holiday treats and festive entertainment, a Chanukah celebration, and the Cherry Creek North Holiday Market, produced by Fetch Markets. For more info visit: tinyurl.com/56kyjjmh
JAN 22-31
INTERNATIONAL SNOW SCULPTING CHAMPIONSHIP
Breckenridge’s International Snow Sculpture Championships is a worldrenowned snow sculpting competition where teams from around the world descend on Breckenridge, Colorado to hand-carve 25-ton blocks of snow into enormous, intricate works of art. Artists are only allowed to use hand tools, creativity and inspiration to bring their ideas to life. No power tools allowed! Teams sculpt countless hours across five days (totaling around 94 hours), resulting in a temporary outdoor art gallery in historic downtown Breckenridge! For more info visit: bit.ly/3TaUFW9
DEC 1-24
THE NUTCRACKER
As the fate of one magical night hangs in the balance, Clara’s nutcracker comes to life for a battle royale. Festive
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EVENTS SCH E D ULE JAN 27
in February 2016. This is the anime convention you’ve been looking for! For more info visit: coanimefest.com
DENVER WINTER BREW FEST
Brewing delicious craft beer is both an art and a skill which is why many craft beer events only happen during certain seasons. So, when the chance arises, make sure you reserve yourself a spot. There won’t be any reason to hibernate with Denver’s Winter Brew Fest happening on Saturday, January 27th, 2024 in Downtown Denver. This single-day event will showcase more than a hundred craft beers made from seasonal flavors and the usual yearround favorites. For more info visit: brewfestevents. com/denver-winter-brew-fest
APRIL
APR 12-21
BALLET MASTERWORKS
A trio of Ballet MasterWorks that test the limitations of gravity and rhythm will close the season. Colorado Ballet presents Yoshihisa Arai’s Boléro, set to the score of Maurice Ravel, George Balanchine’s Rubies, with music by Igor Stravinsky, and a world premiere that Denver audiences will be the first to discover, choreographed by Lauren Lovette, former principal dancer with New York City Ballet. For more info visit: coloradoballet.org/Ballet-MasterWorks
FEBRUARY FEB 2-11
JEKYLL & HYDE
MAY
Havoc is unleashed on Victorian London when one man struggles with the terrifying dance between the good and evil that lies within. Colorado Ballet will treat audiences to a U.S. premiere of full-length ballet Jekyll & Hyde, choreographed in 2020 by Val Caniparoli. Inspired by the classic Gothic novella by Robert Louis Stevenson, this neoteric production explores the depths of the human psyche and features music by acclaimed composers Frédéric Chopin, Krzysztof Penderecki, Henryk Górecki, Wojciech Kilar and Henryk Wieniawski. For more info visit: coloradoballet.org/Jekyll-Hyde
MAY 3-5
THE CHER SHOW
For six straight decades, only one unstoppable force has flat-out dominated popular culture-breaking down barriers, pushing boundaries and letting nothing and no one stand in her way. THE CHER SHOW is the Tony Award®-winning musical of her story, and it’s packed with so much Cher that it takes three women to play her: the kid starting out, the glam pop star, and the icon. For more info visit: denvercenter.org/ tickets-events/the-cher-show
MARCH MAR 15-17
COLORADO ANIME FEST
Founded in 2014 by a group of friends with decades of combined experience, having run dozens of events across the country. They held their first convention
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BAR GU ID E Blush & Blu Relaxed LGBTQ bar. 1526 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO
Li’l Devils Lounge Cool lounge and video bar. 255 S Broadway, Denver, CO
Boyztown Where boyz will be boyz. 117 Broadway, Denver, CO
R&R Denver A little neighborhood gay bar. 4958 E Colfax Ave #1208, Denver, CO
Charlie’s Denver A host of weekly events await. 900 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO
Tracks Decades-old gay bar & dance hall. 3500 Walnut St, Denver, CO
Club Vinyl Great shows, performers, & theme nights. 1082 Broadway, Denver, CO
Trade Happening, neighborhood gay bar. 475 Santa Fe Dr, Denver, CO Triangle Denver Contemporary gay bar & eatery. 2036 N Broadway, Denver, CO
Denver Sweet Energetic LGBTQ-friendly, bear-inspired bar. 776 Lincoln St #54, Denver, CO
X Bar Happening gay friendly hangout. 629 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO
El Potrero Night Club Fun, friendly place with a small dance floor. 4501 E Virginia Ave, Glendale, CO
#VYBE Neighborhood pub with weekly special events. 1027 Broadway, Denver, CO
La Rumba Straight club with a growing gay following. 99 W 9th Ave, Denver, CO Lannie’s Clock Tower Music, burlesque, comedy, drag, circus, dance, etc. 1601 Arapahoe St, Denver, CO
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LGBTQ+ COMM U NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS
Denver Metro Health Clinic Confidential, low-cost testing and treatment for STDs, or STIs, and HIV. 660 N Bannock St, Denver, CO
Brother Jeff’s Health Initiative Working to reduce the disproportionate HIV and AIDS rate among African Americans. brotherjeff.com 2836 Welton St, Denver, CO
Mile High Freedom Band Making positive contributions to the LGBTQ+ community and allies through musical events. mhfb.org 216 South Grant St, Denver CO
Colorado Health Network Equitably meeting the evolving needs of people affected by HIV and other health conditions through prevention, care, and advocacy. coloradohealthnetwork.org 6260 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO
The Alexander Foundation Giving back to the LGBTQ+ community of Colorado. thealexanderfoundation.org PO Box 1995, Denver, CO
Denver Gay Men’s Chorus An LGBTQ catalyst for change through musical excellence since its founding in 1982. denverchoruses.org/dgmc 700 Colorado Blvd #325, Denver, CO
The Center on Colfax Engaging, empowering, enriching & advancing the LGBTQ+ community of Colorado. lgbtqcolorado.org 1301 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO
Denver HIV Resources Planning Council Assisting in the coordination of high quality, culturally responsive delivery of HIV/AIDS services in the Denver Metro Area. dhrplanningcouncil.org 101 W Colfax Ave Ste. 700, Denver, CO
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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY BREWERY Brooklyn Brewery.................................. 17
REAL ESTATE Lokation Real Estate.............................8-9
CARPETING Stretch Force LLC................................... 15
SALON Immerse Spa & Salon.............................. 5
CREMATIONS SERVICES Peace of Mind Services......................... 15
SENIOR SERVICES DCROG................................................... 15
FLOORING Floor & Decor........................................... 3 Stretch Force LLC................................... 15
SPA Immerse Spa & Salon.............................. 5 STONE FLOORING Floor & Decor........................................... 3
FUNERAL SERVICES Peace of Mind Services......................... 15
TILE FLOORING Floor & Decor........................................... 3
INSURANCE Susan Boynton State Farm....................... Front Inside Cover
TRUSTS & ESTATES Schwartz, McMinimee & Andrew, LLC.......................................... 4
NON PROFIT Red Cross......................... Back Inside Cover PHOTOGRAPHER Pinery Labs Photography....................... 6
WEALTH MANAGEMENT PBS Wealth Management Consultants............................................. 15
PRE-NEED PLANNING Peace of Mind Services......................... 15
WOOD FLOORING Floor & Decor........................................... 3
PROBATE Schwartz, McMinimee & Andrew, LLC.......................................... 4
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