đȘ Taxes⊠But Make It a Carnival
đĄ The Wildest Tax Day in Denver
Happy Monday, Denver ! đ§©đ
Letâs just say this week is taking a very unexpected turn. What usually feels like a chore is getting a full-on glow-upâand you might actually want to show up for it. Curious how taxes turned into one of the most unique events of the week? Keep reading.
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.
Would you actually go to a Tax Day carnival?
Click an option to vote
Whatâs Happeninâ is growing â want to join us?
Last month our local newsletters across Boulder, Arvada, Fort Collins, Longmont, and Denver were opened 177,000+ times by locals looking for things to do and places to go.
As we continue to grow, Iâm looking to add one or two people to help with partnerships with local businesses.
If you love supporting local businesses and want to help grow these newsletters, just reply to this email and tell me a little about yourself.
đȘ Taxes⊠But Make It a Carnival
Letâs be honestâTax Day isnât exactly circled on your calendar for fun. But what if it came with jugglers, mariachi music, and a side of neighborhood treats? This week, Denver flips the script and turns spreadsheets into something surprisingly entertainingâkeep reading, because this might be the most fun youâve ever had thinking about taxes.
đĄ Tax Day Carnival
đ 3632 Morrison Rd, Denver
â° 5:00 PM (Festivities run through the evening)
đïž Free
Tax Day just got a glow-upâthanks to Warm Cookies of the Revolution teaming up with D3Arts to throw one of the most unique events of the week.
Think carnival vibes with a civic twist: jugglers, circus performers, mariachi music, face painting, and interactive gamesâall mixed with surprisingly fun ways to learn about taxes and community funding. Yep, âtax nerdsâ will be there too⊠but donât worry, theyâve been instructed to keep things entertaining.
đ Pro tip:
Swing by early (3â5 PM) if you need to file a tax extensionâexperts will be on-site to help before the party kicks into full carnival mode.
Itâs weird, itâs witty, and itâs very Denverâturning something we all stress about into a community celebration with a little heart (and a lot of humor).
đ Rocky Heard YouâŠ
He saw what you were excited about this week â and he decided to share a few canât-miss events over on Instagram. If you like visuals, behind-the-scenes moments, and quick hits of whatâs happeninâ, this oneâs for you.
đž See what heâs sharing â đ Denver
Give it a tap, a like, or a share â Rocky notices đ
Mile High Happenings
Monday, April 13
Tuesday, April 14
See our full calendar â Denver Event Calendar
Real Talk â
Whatâs Happeninâ is 100% free and independently run (yep, itâs just us). If this newsletter helps you discover cool things around town, your support helps keep it going and growing. We truly appreciate any and all love. Thank you for being part of the community.
đŒ Local Jobs Worth Checking Out
You asked for it â we delivered. In our recent poll, a big chunk of you said you want a small job board in the newsletter, so here it is! We believe great communities connect people to great opportunities. Here are a few roles submitted by readers and local businesses:
Local Jobs
Full-time
Contract
đĄ Featured Listing of the Week
Dreaming of a new address? Each week, weâre spotlighting a standout home in town â from charming bungalows to modern builds and everything in between.
đ Date Spot in Denver
Denver makes dating easyâin the best way. Think sunset walks in LoHi, artsy wandering in RiNo Art District, garden strolls at Denver Botanic Gardens, or drinks and people-watching at Union Station. Casual, cozy, or a little romanticâDenverâs got a spot for it.
đ Vote and weâll share the top picksâchosen by localsâin an upcoming issue. đ
đœ Not sure where to eat tonight?
Our Restaurant Finder takes the guesswork out of dining by showing you the best local restaurants based on real reviews and vibes, not just ratings. Whether youâre in the mood for a quick bite or a date-night spot, weâve got you. No endless scrolling, no decision fatigue...just solid recs.
đ§ Need a brain break?
Play trivia, crosswords, and word searches built just for locals. These games arenât just fun...theyâll test how well you actually know your city. Great for killing time, learning something new, or proving youâre the true local legend.
đł Now Voting: Denverâs Best Breweries đ»
Pastries had their moment. Now itâs beer time.
Weâre opening voting for Denverâs best breweries â from RiNo staples to neighborhood taprooms. Lagers, hazy IPAs, stouts⊠the spots you actually keep going back to.
Got a go-to pint or favorite patio?
đ Thatâs a Wrap on Monday
Who knew Tax Day could come with this much personality? Whether youâre showing up for the spectacle or just curious what itâs all about, this is one of those âonly in Denverâ moments you donât want to miss.
Iâd love to hear from you. Just hit reply â I read every message and always respond when I can.
Weâll be back Wednesday with more ways to eat, explore, and make the most of your week.
â Ben
â€ïž Enjoying Whatâs Happeninâ? Kindly forward this to a friend. Word of mouth is how this community grows, and it means more than you know.
đ Did a friend send you this email? Jump in and join the fun. Subscribe here.
đ„ł Hosting something fun, interesting, or community-focused"nbsp;Submit your event here
đ§ Want to check out your personal hub for everything Whatâs Happeninâ? Check Out Your Dashboard
Run a local business and want to get in front of thousands of locals who love supporting their community?
Weâd love to help connect you with Denver readers who are always looking for their next favorite spot.
Letâs make something happen.
Keep Reading with a Free Subscription
Get unlimited access to all newsletters, local guides, and exclusive content. Join our community!
Already a subscriber?