No plans for the upcoming weekend? There’s still plenty of action happening around Denver and beyond to get folks off the couch

Each Thursday, explore Denver’s essential weekend events curated by The Denver Gazette. Dive into cultural experiences and entertainment delights across the city. Whether you enjoy art galleries, pottery, or outdoor sports, there’s something for everyone in Denver’s vibrant cultural scene. To submit an event for consideration, email [email protected].

FRIDAY

What: Jurassic Park Movie Party at Alamo Drafthouse
Immerse yourself in these three dino-sized movie parties at the Alamo Drafthouse this weekend. See all three, or choose your favorite from the original Jurassic Park, The Lost World and Jurassic Park 3. This movie party includes a goodie bag with quirky, fun trinkets such as a grow-your-own dino kit, a T. Rex Pee Air Freshener, and a Dino Parachute.
Cost: starting at $21.00/ticket
When: 6 p.m. on March 13-16
Where: Alamo Drafthouse, Littleton, Westminster and Sloan’s Lake (locations and shows vary, check here for showings)

SATURDAY

What: Vendredi Sur Mer brings French Pop to MeowWolf
If you’ve never seen a concert at MeowWolf, it is a must-have experience and this weekend Vendredi Sur Mer brings French-language pop with heady melodies and some slight disco vibes to the colorful, extraterrestrial world of Convergent Station. Get funky in Denver’s coolest event venue. Even if you have never heard the discography of Vendredi Sur Mer, and you don’t speak French, you’re sure to have a good time dancing to the sounds of disco-pop and synth-pop beats in the funky Meowwolf atmosphere.
Cost: General Admission – $29.75, all ages welcome (Guests under 16 must be accompanied by a guardian)
When: Doors at 7 p.m. on Saturday
Where: Meowwolf Convergence Station, 1338 1st St., Denver, CO 80204

What: Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry in Eagle County
An oyster fry for the brave souls who support a great cause, the Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry isn’t just a gimmicky event but a dinner that supports Eagle County’s 4-H youth programs. In addition to serving Rocky Mountain oysters, your ticket includes a delicious beef dinner accompanied by a dessert menu, a petting zoo, bounce castle, mechanical bull riding, a shooting range and live music.
Cost: Adults 13+ – $25, Children 5-12 – $10, Seniors 65+ – $10, Children under 5 – Free
When: 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. Saturday
Where: Eagle County Fairgrounds, 971-1097 Fairgrounds Road Eagle, CO 81631

What: McGregor Square St. Patrick’s Day Parade Party 
Continue the fun of the Stars, Stripes and Shamrocks! Parade into McGregor Square for food vendors, festive bagpipe music and green drink specials. Drink specials include $6 Green Coors Lights, $6 Green Tea shots, $3 Jello Shots, and $10 Irish Slammers.  
When: Saturday, all day 
Where: McGregor Square, 1901 Wazee Street Denver, CO, 80202 
Cost: Free 

See more St. Patrick’s Day events here.

MONDAY

What: Goodnight Moon: A Fiber Tale at the Parker Arts Schoolhouse
Get an immersive experience in the great green room with this Goodnight Moon art experience at the Parker Arts Schoohouse. Step inside the story with interactive nursery rhyme sing-alongs, storytime with actors from the Denver Center for the Performing Arts and even a stage production of the story.
Cost: Free
When: 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. March 16-27
Where: Parker Arts Schoolhouse, 19650 Mainstreet, Parker, CO 80138