Rain, Rain, Come and Stay—We’ve Got Plans Anyway 🌂 | | Happy Monday, Denver! 🎉 | Looks like the weather brought a soggy surprise for Memorial Day. Expect cloudy skies with a high of 62°F, a decent chance of afternoon storms, and a whole lot of frizzy hair potential. 🌧️☁️ (Looking at you, humidity—76%?! Rude.) | With rain, thunder, and a possible puddle party on deck, we figured it’s the perfect day to round up the best things to do when the skies won’t cooperate. Museums, music, mermaids, and whiskey tastings? Don’t mind if we do. | Let’s make this rainy day anything but boring. | 🌼 Looking for more things to do in Denver? Dive into Things to Do in Colorado, Kid-Friendly Hikes, or discover our favorite Colorado Day Trips. | | | 🌆 Mile High Trivia Time! | 👉 Tap your guess — we’ll reveal the answer at the bottom of the newsletter! | | 🌧️ Rainy Day in Denver? Here’s What to Do When the Skies Go Gray | | We all love those bluebird Denver days—but when the weather flips the script, you don’t have to sit inside staring at the raindrops. Whether you’re dodging a drizzle or riding out a full-blown storm, here are 15 awesome indoor things to do that’ll keep you dry and entertained: | 🎨 Museum of Contemporary Art – Mind-bending modern art + rooftop drinks = yes, please. | 🎸 Ball Arena – Sports, concerts, or a behind-the-scenes tour of this Denver landmark. | 🍺 Coors Brewery Tour (Golden) – Big beer energy, self-guided fun, and yes, tastings. | 🏠 Molly Brown House Museum – Titanic lore, Victorian vibes, and Denver history. | 🦈 Downtown Aquarium – Sharks, mermaids, and stingray encounters. Not your average fish tank. | ✈️ Wings Over the Rockies – Planes, flight simulators, and Amelia Earhart’s story. | 🤠 Buffalo Bill Museum – Old West vibes and sweeping views from Lookout Mountain. | 🚉 Union Station – Grab a bite, sip a cocktail, and browse boutiques in this 100-year-old hub. | 🦕 Denver Museum of Nature & Science – Dinosaurs, space, and a kid-sized shuttle deck. | 🦋 Butterfly Pavilion – Wander among thousands of butterflies in a tropical indoor rainforest. | 🖼️ Clyfford Still Museum – Splashy abstract art in a stunning modern space. | 🪂 iFLY Indoor Skydiving – Feel the rush of free-fall, minus the actual jumping out of a plane. | 🧗 Urban Air Adventure Park – Trampolines, obstacle courses, and pizza—fun for all ages. | 🥃 Stranahan’s Whiskey Distillery – Learn how it’s made, taste the results, stay for a cocktail. | 🎶 Ophelia’s Electric Soapbox – Moody lighting, live music, and killer brunch beats. | ☔ So next time the clouds roll in, you’ll know exactly where to go. Grab your umbrella—or don’t. These spots are all cozy, covered, and 100% worth a visit. | | | | 📍 Right next to City O’ City at 214 E 13th Ave | 🕒 Closed Mondays | Open Tues–Sun | Who says vegan cakes can’t bring the wow? At The Cake Bar, Denver’s go-to plant-based bakery, they’re proving every day that dairy-free, egg-free, delicious cakes do exist—and they’re stunning, too. | Founded by Angela “The Cake Lady” Wells, this Capitol Hill sweet spot turns out everything from birthday cakes to wedding masterpieces, plus single-serving cake-in-a-cup if you just need a solo moment of frosting-fueled joy. | 🧁 Crowd faves: | Custom cakes that actually taste as good as they look Moist, flavor-packed cupcakes (even non-vegans are fans!) Solstice Sweets collabs + gluten-free options available
| 🎂 Pro tip: Order early—these cakes are in high demand, and your future self will thank you. |
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| | 🌆 Mile High Happenings | | Where are you heading this week? Tag us in your adventures! 🚀 | | That’s a Wrap, Rain or Shine ☀️🌧️ | | No need to let a little weather rain on your parade, Denver. Whether you’re munching vegan cupcakes in Capitol Hill or spotting stingrays at the Aquarium, the city still has plenty to offer today. | 🧠 Trivia Answer: A) Union Station — Denver’s century-old landmark where you can grab a drink, do a little shopping, and catch a train without ever needing an umbrella. | Tag us if you brave the storm—or stay in and eat cake. Either way, we’ll see you Wednesday! | —The What’s Happenin’ Denver Team 🥃🍰🎭 |
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