Jeffco Crew #027 - Streetfests, Tattoos & Stargazing
From street parties to tattoo expos to live music in the park, this week is packed with all kinds of interesting unique events.
Whether you’re looking to dance in Olde Town, sip your way through Taste of Arvada, or explore something totally new - I've got you.
Is it summer yet? I can't tell, the weather is so mild. LOL.
Let's get into it.
🎧 We Listen
Where I choose a few songs for you to enjoy - and request your suggestions!
Bungalow Collect is smooth and rocking next level afros. Head boppin' to the maximum.
This next one - Jed Harrelson - hits if you enjoy if you enjoy that special mix of instrumentalists who all deserve their moment - horns, lead guitar - behind a guy with vocal pipes that would slap no matter what era they were singing in.
🗓️ Featured Events
Interested in a featured event? 🔥 Drop me a line, let's talk.
🍷 Taste of Arvada
A foodie’s dream come true - this annual tasting kicks off Thursday at 6pm and brings together 50+ local restaurants, breweries, distilleries, and coffee shops in a delicious showcase. Sample bites, craft drinks, and vote for your favorites while grooving to live music. Whether you’re a foodie, a brew enthusiast, or just out for a tasty night, this is summer in Arvada, served up.
🎶 Olde Town Arvada’s Summer Street Party
Second Saturdays are back in Olde Town Arvada, turning the district into a high-energy block party on the second Saturday of each month, 5-10pm. Next up: Saturday, July 12, with live music on two stages, street performers, local vendors, and food and drink flowing from Arvada’s favorite spots. It’s free to attend, family-friendly, and perfect for a summer evening out. Expect dancing in the streets, community vibes, and Olde Town at its best.
🖋️ Ink Takes Over the Denver Convention Center
The Denver Tattoo Arts Festival returns this weekend, July 11–13, bringing top tattoo talent from around the globe to the Colorado Convention Center. Whether you’re an ink enthusiast, collector, or just curious, this is a wild and fascinating three-day event full of live tattooing, body art showcases, contests, and vendors. Over 1,000 artists will be on-site, with live entertainment including sideshows, competitions, and guest appearances. It’s one of the largest tattoo festivals in the country - and a vivid way to spend your weekend in the city.
🗓️ Upcoming Things to Do
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Wednesday 7/09
5pm / The Golden Hotel (Golden) - 🎸 Live music by Derek Hall in their Wednesdays on the Creek Summer Music Series
6:30pm / The Bluegrass Candelas (Arvada) - 🥃 Whiskey Wednesday: Frey Ranch, guided tasting with the distillery's ambassador plus complimentary pizza & garlic knots.
8pm / Gnarly's (Golden) - 🎭 Weirdo Wednesday, a night of thrills, chills, freeks, and geeks
Thursday 7/10
4pm / Center for the Arts Evergreen (Evergreen) - 🖼️ Exhibition: Evergreen Through the Ages, opening reception featuring local artists celebrating 150 years of Evergreen's history and beauty
6pm / New Terrain Brewing Co (Golden) - 🎸 Live music by Lit Society feat. Datrian Johnson @ Music by the Mesa
Friday 7/11
5 - 9pm / Core Art Space (Lakewood) - 🎨 National Juried Exhibition "Artful Conglomerations" and "Dark Fang Redux", featuring innovative assemblage art from artists Mark Friday and Deborah Jang who transform random parts into sculptural forms - playful, mysterious, and lyrical.
5:30 - 9:30pm / Over Yonder Brewing Company (Golden) - 🎵 Phish Livestream, watch the band perform live from North Charleston Coliseum in SC on the brewery's giant screen.
5:30 - 8:30pm / Barrels & Bottles Brewery (Golden) - 🎸 Live music by Gus Paige
7pm / New Image's Wheat Ridge Taproom - 🍻 Lyric Brewing Anniversary Takeover with 4 new beer releases, a takeover menu and guest taps
7:30pm / 6 and 40 Brewery (Lakewood) - 🎭 Beer Barn Comedy, enjoy local comedy hosted by Paul Garcia feat. comedian Zac Maas from Deadwood, South Dakota
8pm / The Woodcellar (Evergreen) - 🎸 Live music by Chris King Band: Chris' Birthday Celebration, enjoy live music and help celebrate Chris's special day.
8:30pm / Majestic View Nature Center (Arvada) - 🔭 Astronomy Night: Gems of the Summer Sky, explore the night sky with Standley Lake Stargazers and discover deep-sky objects through a variety of telescopes
Saturday 7/12
12 - 1:30pm / Foothills Art Center (Golden) - 📸 Photography Workshop with Russell C. Banks, learn how to take compelling, story-rich photographs that go beyond the surface with this celebrated American photographer.
1 - 4pm / Odyssey Beerwerks (Arvada) - 🧁 Snarky Sweet Cake Chick Pop-Up, local vendor offering sweet treats
5pm / Freedom Street Social (Arvada) - 🎨 Splatter Paint Tent Pop Up, unleash your inner artist with this unique experience - no experience required
5:30pm / Foothills Art Center - Creative Campus (Golden) - 🐝 Bee Spa Clay Workshop, create a safer environment for pollinators by making specially designed water sources. All skill levels welcome with materials provided.
6pm / Golden Outpost (Golden) - 🤠 Free Line Dancing & Lasso Lessons, learn some new moves and have fun in a welcoming atmosphere
6 - 8pm / Center for the Arts Evergreen (Evergreen) - 🏔️ Art Bar: Mountain Magic Stained Glass, create your own mountain-inspired stained glass piece while enjoying drinks - no experience necessary
6pm / Freedom Street Social (Arvada) - 🎸 Live music by Colorado Keys Dueling Pianos
6pm / The Bluegrass Olde Town (Arvada) - 🎸 Live music by Wilson Clark
Sunday 7/13
10am - 1pm / Buffalo Rose (Golden) - 🪕 Bluegrass Brunch: Big Hooray, wake up your Sunday with mountain music, mimosas and mouthwatering brunch with live music fro Golden's own Big Hooray Bluegrass
12pm / Colorado Tap House (Arvada) - 🩸 Blood Drive with Vitalant and Sponsored by Jeremy & Mix100, donate a pint and get a pint (of beer obvs) - sign up for a time slot in advance
1pm / Edgewater Library (Edgewater) - 🎨 The Artist's Story: VFW/VA Art Wall Reception, experience the power of art through Veterans' works, hear their stories and discover how artistic expression helps triumph over adversity. Refreshments provided
4pm / Goosetown Station (Golden) - 🎸 Live music by Luke & Friends, a Grateful Dead tribute
5pm / Green Mountain Beer Company (Lakewood) - 🎤 Open Mic Night, enjoy a variety of local talent at their weekly open mic. Want to play? Show up early and sign up in person. Get details
Monday 7/14
7am / Hiwan Golf Club (Evergreen) - ⛳ Andy Smith Sr. Inspire Golf Tournament, fundraiser supporting special needs programs, Crutches 4 Africa, and Resilience1220. Register here
6:30pm - 8:30pm / Snowpack Taproom & Pizzeria (Conifer) - 🧩 Speed Jigsaw Puzzling, teams race to complete a 500-piece puzzle the fastest for prizes and puzzle glory
7pm / Morrison Holiday Bar (Morrison) - 🎸 Live music by Scott Hackler
7:30pm / Silver Vines Winery (Arvada) - 🎷 Gypsy Jazz Jam, a unique weekly jam session featuring jazz musicians - no reservations needed
Tuesday 7/15
6 - 8:30pm / Buffalo Rose Event Center (Golden) - 🍺 Golden Beer Talks: Makerspace, expand your mind with a beer in your hand.
7 - 8pm / Kipling Trailhead (Wheat Ridge) - 🌿 Connect to Nature, a one-hour mindfulness class blending gentle walking and quiet time outdoors to help you slow down and reconnect with nature
