Denver’s Best Food & Drink Events
Our signature events
We throw the city’s most unforgettable food and drink festivals. Whether you’re into craft brews, quirky competitions, or boozy brunches, there’s a Drink Denver event for you.
Mile High Beer Fest
Celebrate Denver’s legendary craft beer scene at one of the city’s most anticipated annual events. The Mile High Beer Fest brings together dozens of local and regional breweries for an afternoon of unlimited tastings, food truck favorites, live music, and good vibes. It’s your chance to discover new brews, meet the makers, and party with fellow beer lovers in the heart of the city.
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The Whiskey Throwdown & Doughnut Showdown
This bold and boozy showdown is exactly what it sounds like: dozens of whiskeys to sample, plus the most creative, decadent, and delicious doughnuts from local shops and bakers. At Whiskey & Doughnuts you’ll vote on your favorites, dance to the DJ, and maybe even enter a doughnut stacking contest. Come hungry — and ready to get a little wild.
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Denver Ramen Festival
Slurp your way through Denver’s top noodle creations at this wildly popular celebration of all things ramen. From traditional tonkotsu to creative fusion bowls, the Denver Ramen Festival features dozens of chefs and restaurants serving up their best. Expect sake tastings, Japanese snacks and desserts, anime vibes, and a full-on foodie experience that sells out fast.
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Denver BrunchFest
Bottomless mimosas meet bottomless fun. Denver BrunchFest is a full-on celebration of the city’s brunch scene, with restaurants and chefs serving up everything from chicken and waffles to chilaquiles and cinnamon rolls. Enjoy brunch cocktails, coffee, live music, and a sun-soaked vibe that screams summer. Dress cute, come hungry.
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Denver Mini Derby
It’s the Kentucky Derby… but make it Denver. And way more fun. At the Denver Mini Derby, you’ll enjoy big hats, mint juleps, and giant viewing screens for the real race — plus the main attraction: our mini horse and corgi races. With an open bar, live music, food trucks, and multiple best-dressed contests, this over-the-top spring bash is a can’t-miss.
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Flame Fest: Colorado’s Grilling Championship
Flame Fest is Denver’s ultimate celebration of fire-kissed flavor. Join us for a sizzling showcase of Colorado’s top chefs and grill masters, serving up everything from smoky BBQ and hibachi to flame-seared veggies, burgers, and even grilled desserts. Your ticket includes unlimited bites, craft beer, whiskey and cocktail tastings, live entertainment, cooking demos, and the chance to vote for your favorites in the Flame Fest Championship. Come hungry—this is the grilling event of the year!
What we do
At Drink Denver, we do more than throw parties (though we’re really good at that). We specialize in full-scale event production, bartending services, and placemaking strategies that bring people together, energize communities, and elevate spaces. We also manage venues, helping venue owners maximize rentals and streamline processes to make the rental and booking process a breeze.
From concept to clean-up, we create events that people actually want to go to — and remember long after they leave. Our team brings 15+ years of experience producing high-impact, high-attendance events across Denver and beyond.
Whether it’s a 5,000-person food festival, an immersive brand activation, or a neighborhood block party, we handle every detail:
Concept development and creative direction
Venue sourcing and permitting
Vendor coordination (food, drink, merch, entertainment)
Staffing, security, and day-of logistics
Marketing, ticketing, and PR
Sponsorship recruitment and fulfillment
We’ve built a reputation for seamless execution, great vibes, and a knack for knowing what Denverites actually want on their calendar.
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From intimate gatherings to large-scale productions, we take the stress out of running your venue. Our team handles everything from booking and scheduling to maximizing rental revenue and ensuring every event runs smoothly. We create streamlined processes for setup, logistics, and client support so your venue stays busy, efficient, and profitable — while you stay worry-free.
We transform underutilized spaces into thriving destinations. Whether it’s a new development, public plaza, or mixed-use community, we bring in the people and programming that give a place its spark.
Our placemaking work includes:
Community engagement + outreach
Activation strategy and event calendars
Curated vendor markets and food pop-ups
Recurring events (yoga, music, art, makers markets, etc.)
Themed seasonal experiences
Long-term space planning with measurable impact
From vision to execution, we collaborate with developers, city partners, and creative professionals to ensure every space feels alive, authentic, and inclusive.
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Our experienced bartenders bring energy, professionalism, and creativity to every event. Whether it’s crafting signature cocktails, managing high-volume service, or providing a seamless bar setup, we tailor our bartending services to fit your event’s vibe. With a focus on guest experience and smooth operations, our team ensures every pour keeps the party going.
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