Your weekend plans have arrived! November is bringing plenty to do across Colorado, from ski season kicking off at Copper Mountain and Día de Muertos celebrations to holiday markets, free museum admission + a little hockey.

Whether you're staying in Denver, heading to the mountains or squeezing in one last farmers market visit, we've rounded up plenty of ways to spend your weekend.

Okay, let’s get into it.

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📍 Copper Mountain · Summit County
📅 Friday, November 6
⏰ Morning; lift hours vary
💰 Lift ticket or valid season pass required for skiing

Ski season is back! Copper Mountain is kicking off its 2026–27 season with hot cocoa, music + opening-day excitement. Head to Center Village for the festivities, with music at Eagle's Landing and Aerie.

GOOD TO KNOW: The first 50 people in the lift line are eligible for opening-day swag. Check mountain conditions before heading up.

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📍 Five Points Cultural District · Five Points, Denver
📅 Friday, November 6
⏰ 5PM
💰 Free to explore; purchases vary

Five Points is bringing together live music, local artists, neighborhood businesses + community events for its monthly First Friday celebration. Explore the historic corridor, grab something to eat and check out what's happening along the way.

GOOD TO KNOW: Activities take place at multiple businesses throughout the neighborhood.

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📍 Silverthorne Pavilion · Silverthorne
📅 Friday, November 6
⏰ 5:30–8:30PM
💰 Free

Silverthorne is celebrating Día de los Muertos with live music, baile folklórico, face painting, local vendors + traditional food. The community celebration honors loved ones while highlighting the vibrant Latine culture of Summit County.

GOOD TO KNOW: Parking is limited, but the free Summit Stage bus is an option for getting to the event.

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📍 Art District on Santa Fe · Lincoln Park, Denver
📅 Friday, November 6
⏰ 5:30–9PM
💰 Free

Santa Fe's First Friday Art Walk is celebrating Día de Muertos with artist-made altars, face painting, live performances + a community procession. Explore galleries throughout the district while honoring the traditions and loved ones at the heart of the celebration.

GOOD TO KNOW: The community procession takes place from 7–8PM.

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📍 National Western Center · Denver
📅 November 6–8
⏰ Friday + Saturday 9AM–7PM · Sunday 10AM–5PM
💰 Adults $19.95 · Children 13 and under free

Holiday shopping is getting an early start! The Denver Christmas Show brings together vendors selling gifts, seasonal decorations, specialty products + more. Whether you're shopping for someone else or just getting into the holiday spirit, there's plenty to browse.

GOOD TO KNOW: Wristbands are valid for all three days, so you can return throughout the weekend.

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📍 The Arch · RiNo
📅 November 6–8
⏰ Friday early access 3-7PM · Saturday + Sunday 11AM-5PM
💰 Friday ticketed · Free Saturday + Sunday

Vibe Artisan Markets returns to RiNo with more than 145 artists + makers, locally made cocktails, coffee, guest chefs and a DJ. Shop handmade goods while supporting independent creatives.

GOOD TO KNOW: Saturday and Sunday are free to attend. Friday's early-access event requires a ticket.

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📍 Four Mile Historic Park · Washington Park, Denver
📅 November 6–8
⏰ 6–11PM
💰 Adults $28 advance · Youth $21 advance

Bright Nights is wrapping up its season with colorful lantern displays inspired by nature. Walk among oversized insects, giant wildflowers, ocean creatures + animals from around the world in this after-dark experience.

GOOD TO KNOW: November 8 is the final night. Advance tickets are cheaper than walk-up admission.

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📍 13th Street · Boulder
📅 Saturday, November 7
⏰ 8AM–2PM
💰 Free admission

Boulder's Saturday farmers market is still going strong! Browse seasonal produce, locally made products, prepared foods + goods from Colorado farmers and makers.

GOOD TO KNOW: The Saturday market continues through November 21, so there are only a few weekends left.

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📍 Douglas County Events Center · Castle Rock
📅 Saturday, November 7
⏰ 9AM–4PM
💰 Free admission

Castle Rock is hosting a holiday craft show with more than 140 vendors, handmade gifts, baked goods + seasonal shopping. The event also includes a quilt raffle and wreath auction.

GOOD TO KNOW: Visitors are encouraged to bring donations for the Help & Hope Center Food Bank.

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📍 The Center on Colfax · Capitol Hill, Denver
📅 Saturday, November 7
⏰ 10:30AM–12:30PM
💰 Check organizer for participation details

Looking for a more low-key way to connect with Denver's LGBTQIA+ community? The Center on Colfax hosts a book club exploring queer literature, stories + themes.

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📍 Frisco Historic Park & Museum · Frisco
📅 Saturday, November 7
⏰ 12–2PM
💰 Free

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with an afternoon of storytelling + music in Frisco. Local performer Leon Joseph Littlebird will share stories of Colorado's earliest inhabitants and demonstrate traditional instruments from Native American cultures.

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📍 Denver Museum of Nature & Science · City Park, Denver
📅 Saturday, November 7
⏰ 5–10PM
💰 Free

Saturday night at the museum, anyone?! As part of Denver Arts Week's Night at the Museums, the Denver Museum of Nature & Science is opening its doors for a free evening of exploring exhibits, discovering something new + enjoying one of Denver's favorite museums after hours.

GOOD TO KNOW: General museum admission is free during the event. Special exhibitions and experiences may have separate admission requirements.

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📍 Ball Arena · Auraria, Denver
📅 Saturday, November 7
⏰ 7PM
💰 Ticketed; pricing varies

Hockey season is in full swing! The Colorado Avalanche are back at Ball Arena to take on the Detroit Red Wings. A good excuse to spend Saturday night cheering on the home team.

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📍 Tracks · RiNo, Denver
📅 Saturday, November 7
⏰ 9PM–2AM
💰 Ticket pricing varies

Tracks is throwing it back with a night of '80s, '90s + 2000s music. DJs JT and Garthy Garth are bringing the throwback hits for a Saturday night on the dance floor.

GOOD TO KNOW: This is a 21+ event.

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📍 Wash Park · Denver
📅 Sunday, November 8
⏰ Bib Pickup + Registration 8AM · 5K Starts 9AM
💰 Registration required; pricing varies

Looking for an active way to spend Sunday? The Great Candy Run brings a sweet twist to race day with a family-friendly running event.

GOOD TO KNOW: Confirm registration availability before making plans.

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📍 South Pearl Street · Platt Park, Denver
📅 Sunday, November 8
⏰ 9AM–1PM
💰 Free admission

One last farmers market before the season wraps! Spend your Sunday browsing local produce, artisan goods, baked treats + more along South Pearl Street.

GOOD TO KNOW: November 8 is the final market of the 2026 season.

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📍 Reelworks · RiNo, Denver
📅 Sunday, November 8
⏰ VIP 11:30AM–2:30PM · GA 12:15–2:30PM
💰 Ticketed; pricing varies

Bloody Mary fans, this one's for you! The Bloody Mary Festival brings together cocktails from Denver-area bars and restaurants for a Sunday dedicated to the brunch favorite.

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📍 Wynkoop Plaza at Union Station · LoDo, Denver
📅 November 8–9
⏰ 11AM–5PM
💰 Free admission

Holiday shopping is starting early at Union Station! Browse handcrafted gifts, seasonal products, home decor, specialty foods + goods from local vendors at this outdoor market.

GOOD TO KNOW: It's an open-air event, so dress for the November weather.

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That's it for this weekend! Whether you're hitting the slopes, checking out a local market or making plans around Denver, we hope you find something worth getting out for.

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