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4/3/2026 What's Happenin' Team Denver
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Denver’s Easter Weekend Is Kind of a Big Deal

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Happy Friday, Denver!

Let’s just say this weekend is bringing way more than pastel colors and chocolate eggs. Whether you’re planning something low-key or going all in, the city’s lineup might surprise you. Keep reading… because this isn’t your typical Easter weekend.

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Denver’s Easter Weekend Is Looking Extra Fun

Denver’s Easter Weekend Is Looking Extra Fun

If your ideal weekend includes brunch, baked goods, a little chaos, and maybe hunting for plastic eggs with a beer in hand, Denver understood the assignment. Easter weekend around the city is shaping up to be equal parts family-friendly and delightfully unhinged. Here’s what’s up if you’re looking to make the most of April 4 and 5.

Chocolate & Charm: An Easter Egg Decorating Affair

📍 The Ritz-Carlton, Denver | 📅 Saturday, April 4

This one sounds a little more polished than your average kitchen-table egg decorating session. Expect a festive setting, pretty details, and a good option if you want your Easter plans to feel a bit fancy.

Easter Cookies & More from Next Door Bakes by H

📍 Curate A Local Mercantile | 📅 Saturday, April 4

For anyone who treats seasonal desserts like a personality trait, this pop-up is worth a stop. It’s a sweet little pick for grabbing treats, gifts, or something cute to bring to Sunday brunch.

O&K Bakery Easter Pop Up

📍 Makers Market Southwest Plaza | 📅 Saturday, April 4

Another solid stop for Easter-themed baked goods and market browsing. Perfect for anyone who loves wandering, snacking, and leaving with more treats than they planned on buying.

Sam’s Crumb Cart: Easter Weekend Pop-Up

📍 Fiction Beer Company | 📅 Saturday, April 4

Beer and baked goods is one of those combinations that just makes sense in Denver. This pop-up keeps things casual and tasty, with a local brewery backdrop that makes lingering very easy.

Sav’s Sweets Easter Pop Up for Sampling & More

📍 Curate A Local Mercantile Aspen Grove | 📅 Saturday, April 4

If your Saturday plan is basically “find cute spring things and eat something sugary,” this fits nicely. Sampling is always a win, and it’s an easy add-on if you’re already out shopping.

Family Egg Hunt

📍 Four Mile Historic Park | 📅 Saturday, April 4

A good pick for families who want a more traditional Easter outing. The historic park setting gives it a little extra charm, and it’s the kind of event that feels very wholesome in the best way.

Adult Easter Egg Hunt

📍 Fiction Beer Company | 📅 Sunday, April 5

Proof that Denver refuses to let kids have all the fun. This one is for the adults who still want the thrill of the hunt, just preferably with a drink nearby.

Adult Easter Egg Hunt with Cohesion Brewing

📍 York Street Yards | 📅 Sunday, April 5

Another adults-only egg hunt, because apparently one was not enough — and honestly, fair. If you like playful events with brewery energy, this looks like a strong Sunday pick.

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny

📍 The Ritz-Carlton, Denver | 📅 Sunday, April 5

A festive option for families wanting a full Easter morning experience. It’s cute, classic, and probably one of the more photo-friendly plans on the list.

Easter Brunch

📍 FIRE at the ART Hotel | 📅 Sunday, April 5

For the brunch crowd, this is a stylish pick. Good for anyone wanting their Easter meal with a side of downtown polish.

Easter Brunch at Ajax Downtown

📍 Ajax Downtown | 📅 Sunday, April 5

A nice option if you want something celebratory without overcomplicating the day. Brunch plans are basically a public service on Easter Sunday, and Denver is delivering.

Easter Brunch at Halcyon

📍 HALCYON, a hotel in Cherry Creek | 📅 Sunday, April 5

Cherry Creek always knows how to do a holiday meal with a little flair. This is a solid choice for a more elevated brunch outing.

Easter Brunch at Oliver’s Italian

📍 Oliver’s Italian | 📅 Sunday, April 5

If you want to skip the usual brunch vibe and go for Italian, this one stands out. A good pick for anyone who wants their Easter meal a little less expected.

Easter Brunch Buffet

📍 Grand Hyatt Denver | 📅 Sunday, April 5

Buffet people, this is your moment. Ideal for groups, families, or anyone who wants options and plans to fully commit to the brunch portion of the holiday.

Easter Sunrise Service

📍 Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre | 📅 Sunday, April 5

This is one of the most iconic Easter traditions around. Early? Yes. Worth it for the setting alone? Also yes.

Grand Easter Brunch at the Jacquard Hotel

📍 The Jacquard Hotel and Rooftop | 📅 Sunday, April 5

This one feels made for people who want Easter brunch to double as an occasion. Expect a more upscale setting and a good excuse to dress like spring has officially arrived.

The Prime Affair: Easter Lunch at Elway’s Downtown

📍 Elway’s Downtown | 📅 Sunday, April 5

If brunch isn’t your thing, this lunch option gives you a more classic holiday meal route. Great for anyone who wants to keep the day centered around a proper sit-down feast.

Mile High Happenings

Friday, April 3

Traqueros: Mexican Trackworkers and the American Railroad - Colorado Railroad Museum, Denver | 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM | Ticketed
Inzo - Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre, Denver | 6:00 PM | Ticketed
Karina La Voz - Denver, CO, Denver | 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM | Ticketed

Saturday, April 4

Rum & Reggae - Denver, CO, Denver | 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM | Ticketed
Parfleche Painting: Plains Indians Design - Denver Art Museum, Denver | 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM | Ticketed
JoFoKe & Same Cloth - Dazzle, Denver | 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM | Ticketed

Sunday, April 5

Showcase of the Mondays... On Sundays! - Denver, CO, Denver | 7:30 PM to 10:15 PM | Ticketed
Grand Easter Brunch at the Jacquard Hotel - The Jacquard Hotel & Rooftop, Denver | 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM | Ticketed
DAYBREAKER - Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre, Denver | 11:00 AM | Ticketed

Want more? See the full calendar → Denver Event Calendar

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See You Out There This Weekend

Whether you’re brunch-hopping, egg-hunting (no judgment on which kind), or just enjoying a spring weekend in the city, there’s a lot to tap into. Denver really said “we’re doing the most” this year—and honestly, we’re here for it. 

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