FRIDAY-SATURDAY

Another of those just-because-it’s-Colorado festivals: Mike the Headless Chicken in memory of the Wyandotte chicken destined for dinner that lived for 18 months without his head and became a star attraction at traveling shows. His fest in Fruita includes a 5K, live entertainment, a Wings and Peeps Eating contest, Kids Adventure Games and, well of course, a chicken dance. miketheheadlesschicken.org/mike/page/2023-schedule

FRIDAY-SUNDAY

Opening weekend for the summer outdoor Urban Market, Skyline Park, 16th and Arapahoe streets. Meet the artists with their arts and crafts. Vintage, jewelry and food. Live concerts at noon each market. urbanmarketdenver.com

FRIDAY-JUNE 10

Hear the soft beauty of chamber music set against the solitude of the mountains during the Denver Chamber Music Festival, with international and local musicians. Concerts at various locations through the area during the festival, including Daniels and Fisher Clocktower on Denver’s 16th Street Mall. An Amateur Music Weekend Friday to Sunday at the Newman Center, University of Denver. denverchambermusicfestival.org

SATURDAY

The annual “A Gathering of the People” for fun, food and entertainment and to benefit Native Americans, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Takoda Tavern, 12365 Pine Bluffs Way in Parker. $13 includes tickets for door prizes. Bring donations of canned food or hygiene products. Event presented by One Nation Walking Together.

SATURDAY

Rock on, it’s Denver Day of Rock, the LoDo District music festival, 15 bands, three stages. A free benefit for Amp the Cause supporting community nonprofits. Main stage at McGregor Square, Stage 2 at Oxford and Stage 3 on Wazee. VIP Lounge passes $250, catered food, open bar. Map: ampthecause.org/our-events/denver-day-of-rock

SATURDAY

One of the best times for the kids, and their adults, too, the Rocky Mountain PBS Kids Fest. Join Daniel Tiger for free games and fun, food trucks, community groups and more, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Tivoli Quad, 1000 Larimer St. If you miss it, also in Colorado Springs’ Panorama Park July 8 and Grand Junction Long Family Memorial Park July 29. rmpbs.org/kidsevents/

SATURDAY-SUNDAY

Gone fishing signs are out because it’s free fishing weekend, no licenses needed at specific spots for these two days. Colorado Parks and Wildlife sets up these special times and has a web page with the reservoirs up and down the Front Range and elsewhere. https://bit.ly/3MmPEY3. 

SATURDAY-SUNDAY

A special cultural tradition, the Tesoro Indian Market and Powwow celebrates Native American art and artists, music, performances and honors veteran Brad Black Crow. Hawks and eagles, exhibits from History Colorado and Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Food at The Fort Restaurant. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Fort Restaurant, 19192 Co-8, Morrison. $15, children 7-12 $10.tesoroculturalcenter.org

SATURDAY

Hear legendary music paying tribute to Divas, Icons and Justice Warriors from Billie Holiday to Lady Gaga, Barbra Streisand to Jennifer Lopez, and Judy Garland to Adele who have supported the LGBTQ community. A Pride Month concert by Denver Gay Men’s Chorus, 7:30 p.m. at Arvada Center for the Arts & Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. Tickets $24+, arvadacenter.org

SATURDAY-SUNDAY

The summer tradition: Denver Polo Club‘s opening weekend, “Celebration of the Horse,” 6359 Airport Road in Sedalia, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Polo action, a tailgate party, Nearside bar and charcuterie boards. Tickets: field-side tailgate spot, $75 per car; general admission parking with open seating, $45 per car. Gates at 9 a.m. USHJA Horse Show, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.denverpoloclub.com

SUNDAY

Absolutely amazing cars to see at the 40th Annual Colorado Concours d’Elegance & Exotic Sports Car Show, “The Evolution of the Automobile” with vehicles from 1910-2000. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., on the grounds at Arapahoe Community College, 5900 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. Tickets $9 in advance, $10 at the event, free with ID for police, firefighters and military. A benefit for Ability Connection Colorado Creative Options for Early Childhood Education Centers, five centers. abilityconnectioncolorado.org/special-events/colorado-concours

SUNDAY

Ride your bikes, take the train, head to Civic Center Park for a Taste of Colorado at ¡Viva! Streets,10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Food, music, special activities for the kids, yard games, art, a marketplace of vendors. One more iViva! Streets coming, this one in July. atasteofcolorado.com

SUNDAY

The Boulder Jewish Festival is a cultural treat from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. along Pearl Street, filled with music, family activities and fine art. And the food, oh the food! It’s wonderful and often a time to experience new-to-you foodie delights. Information center on the courthouse lawn. boulderjcc.org/…/boulder-jewish-festival-2023