If you love to eat and drink, this week offers a great chance to explore the world of food and beverage beyond your usual repertoire of restaurants and bars. From hoppy beer festivals to a giant taco competition, there's plenty to enjoy if you're hungry for something new.
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Great Divide Brewing Company's pale ale release party and art unveiling
Help Great Divide Brewing Company celebrate the launch of its 2018 pale ale. The release party — at Helikon Gallery & Studios — will feature free beer, street food and the unveiling of the artwork produced for the fresh brew by Rachel Jablonski, this year's featured Denver Pale Ale Artist. The gallery will also showcase the work of the past two Denver Pale Ale Artists, Josh Holland and John Vogl.
When: Thursday, June 28, 6-9 p.m.
Where: Helikon Gallery & Studios, 3675 Wynkoop St., Denver
Admission: Free
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Top Taco 2018 at Stanley Marketplace
Taco fiends: Head out to Aurora to hit the giant Top Taco 2018 festival at Stanley Marketplace.
More than 50 restaurants are throwing down for the chance to earn the Top Taco title. Contestants — including Comida, Dos Santos, Margs and Pinche Tacos — will also compete for the most creative, traditional or vegetarian taco and the best signature tequila cocktail. Expect unlimited tastings of all of the competing tacos and margaritas, along with samples of additional tequilas, beers and wines.
When: Thursday, 7-10 p.m.
Where: Stanley Marketplace, 2501 Dallas St., Aurora
Admission: $75-$90
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Hop Head Festival at Renegade Brewing Company
Hop lovers: Don't miss Renegade Brewing Company's inaugural Hop Head Festival. Celebrating all things hoppy, the festival will feature fresh beer — including 16-oz cans of the exclusive festival release, an interactive hop buffet, beer-infused games, food trucks and live musical performances.
When: Saturday, June 30, 5-10 p.m.
Where: Renegade Brewing Company at The Yard, 918 W. First Ave. at Santa Fe Drive
Admission: $5 general admission; $20 for four beer tickets; $35 for unlimited tastings and complimentary gifts
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