Thrift Con packed Denver's Livestock Center July 11–12 with 100+ vendors, $10-per-pound bins, live performances and finds priced from $5 to $300.

The Ellie Caulkins Opera House will replace its 20‑year‑old seats and retire the seatback caption screens this summer, with new above‑stage captioning being tested. Work is expected through September and accessibility remains a priority.

The free, three‑day Colorado Black Arts Festival returns to City Park July 10–12 for its 40th anniversary with three stages, 80+ artists and a returning Boogaloo parade.