WOW! It's just like the old days

OSE's monthly newsletter shares important details on all the public events to be held on public property (in parks and on streets) in Denver during the coming month. There's something for everyone! Find even more information on OSE's special event calendar.

Inclusive Eid al Fitr Festival

Celebrates Community at Great Lawn Park

The Islamic Outreach Center of Colorado is hosting an inclusive community Eid al Fitr at Great Lawn Park on Sun, May 1 and Mon, May 2 from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm each day.

Eid al Fitr means "the feast of breaking the fast" and is one of two Islamic festivals held every year. Individuals and families will gather together to celebrate community and the completion of Ramadan - a month-long period of fasting and spiritual growth.

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with TWO

Great Events the Weekend of May 7

Denver Cinco de Mayo Festival

The Cinco de Mayo “Celebrate Culture” Festival returns to Civic Center Park, Sat, May 7 and Sun, May 8, 10 am – 8 pm! The festival will include Chihuahua Races, taco eating contest, lowrider car show, and tons of exciting entertainment on three stages! Review the entertainment schedule so you don’t miss a thing!

There will be a parade on Sat from 11 am to noon that starts at the corner of Colfax Ave and Welton and ends at Civic Center Park. View a map of the parade route to decide where you’ll meet your friends to watch.

There'll be lots of vehicle and pedestrian traffic throughout downtown - leave early, be patient and drive carefully!

Westwood Cinco de Mayo Celebration

One of Denver's most unique communities presents its 2nd Annual Cinco de Mayo Celebration on Sat, May 7, 11 am – 6 pm, on and around Morrison Road between S. Lowell Blvd and S. Osceola St. This vibrant event honors the historical significance of the Batalla de Puebla and how it created a sense of unity and pride for the Mexican/Mexican American community.

The event features a lowrider car show, Mariachi and other live music, lucha libre, dance performances, authentic Mexican food and other fun activities for the whole family.

There will be extensive street closures and increased vehicle and pedestrian traffic throughout the area. Please be alert and courteous!

Denver Day of Rock Jams in a New LoDo Location

Denver Day of Rock is an annual one-day music festival that builds community through music and benefits many local non-profits supported by Amp the Cause.

The FREE, family-friendly event is Sat, May 28, 1:45 - 9:30 pm in LoDo. This event includes four stages and numerous road closures - find more information, including a road closure map, on the Denver Day of Rock FAQ webpage.

Runs and Walks in Denver Streets and Parks in May

Runs and walks can have significant impacts on streets and in parks throughout our Mile High City. This month features the biggest, the Denver Colfax Marathon, as well as four smaller park-based runs. Lace up your trainers and read on for details.

The Denver Colfax Marathon Weekend: 2 Days, 7 Races!

The Denver Colfax Marathon Weekend returns to its traditional May dates – May 14 and 15. There’s a 5K on Saturday but the main race day is Sunday and includes a Marathon, Half Marathon, Urban 10 Miler and Marathon Relay.

The Marathon starts and ends at City Park, running through Empower Field at Mile High (twice!) and along seven miles of rivers, lakes and bridges – including Sloan’s Lake Park – in Denver and Lakewood. Prepare for extensive road closures by reviewing the full course map.