If you love to take advantage of the live music offerings near you, this week offers several great reasons to leave the house.
From music festivals showcasing local artists to a silent rave, read on for a local music to-do list to fill your calendar this week.
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303 Music Fest at The Church Nightclub
The brand-new 303 Music Fest puts the spotlight on homegrown acts. The Thursday night party will unravel across three rooms with local performers, a silent disco and musician meet-and-greets.
Headlining the festival are two rising Denverites: StéLouse, one of EDM's hottest new artists, and rapper Trev Rich, who recently signed with Cash Money Records.
When: Thursday, May 17, 7 p.m.- Friday, May 18, 2 a.m.
Where: The Church Nightclub, 1160 Lincoln St.
Admission: $25 for second tier general admission tickets, $50 for VIP
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Silent trap party at Lit Nightclub
Grab a headset and hit the dance floor at Lit Nightclub. Three live DJs will be spinning trap, hip-hop, R&B and reggae simultaneously — on different frequencies — in a rave-like atmosphere.
When: Friday, May 18, 9:30 p.m.- Saturday, May 19, 2 a.m.
Where: Lit Nightclub, 1410 Market St.
Admission: $10 for early-bird tickets, $15 for general admission
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Five Points Jazz Festival at 27th & Welton Station
Celebrate the history of Five Points at the neighborhood's free jazz festival. Dozens of culturally diverse bands will perform across eight stages, while guests nosh on food and drinks, enjoy family-friendly activities and groove to the beat.
When: Saturday, May 19, 10 a.m.-11 p.m.
Where: 27th & Welton Station, 2720 Welton St.
Admission: Free
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Wayne Watts at Live at Jacks
Wayne Watts, a Denver transplant by way of Baltimore, brings his plain-spoken social commentary to Live at Jacks this Saturday night.
Combining elements of blues, jazz, African-American spirituals, hip-hop, classical music and trap, Watts' latest album, "Nowadays," speaks to the American experience today versus generations past.
When: Saturday, May 19, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Live at Jacks, 500 16th St., #320
Admission: $15
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