This week

✦ The Feature

Fri, Oct 23 – Sat, Oct 31

BOOlesque!

The Clocktower Cabaret · From $3018+

Denver’s Halloween burlesque turns 20 this year. The Clockettes take the stage under the clock tower for eight nights, and costumes are encouraged. This weekend there are shows at 7 and 9:30 PM on Friday and Saturday, and one at 7 on Sunday. Then it runs nightly through Halloween, dark Tuesday the 27th. Only 100 seats a show, and the 7 PM shows this Friday and Saturday have none left online, so book the 9:30s or a weeknight. 18+.

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✦ Burlesque & Cabaret

Thu, Oct 22, doors 7 PM, show 8 PM

Dusk: The Rising of the Dark

Meow Wolf Convergence Station · $35, $40 day of show21+

A burlesque and dance night inside Convergence Station, moved from Oct 4 to this Thursday. The cast includes Indy Fire, Champagne Shuga Nova, The Stella Luna, Staza Stone, Miss Von and Reality Rose. 21+.

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Sat, Oct 24, 5 & 8 PM

Sinister Strips and Sips

Side Pony Coffee & Cocktails21+

Crimson Burlesque takes over Side Pony on West Colfax for a spooky-season show with a cocktail in your hand. There are two shows, at 5 and 8 PM, and each one sells its own tickets. 21+.

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• Thu, Oct 22, 7 PM
  The TVs Leaking… A Cryptic Cabaret18+

  Colorado Sake Co., 3559 Larimer St · $15–$25 · Tickets →

✦ Kink & Play

Fri, Oct 23, 6 PM–2 AM

Erotic Prom

Scarlet Ranch, Littleton21+

Scarlet Ranch throws the prom you didn’t get: silk, satin, sequins or barely covered, with a photographer on hand and prizes for prom King and Queen. Oreads, the in-house restaurant, opens at 6, and the bar is BYOB. Members only and 21+, but you can join for just the one night.

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Sat, Oct 24, 6–9 PM

Masquerade Kink Tasting

Sexploratorium · $34–$10318+

A sampler night for the kink-curious: move from station to station trying toys, techniques and sensations. No experience or partner needed. Come dressed for the masquerade, drop in any time between 6 and 9, and know that it’s sober, clothed and educational, with no sex on site. 18+. Couples tickets are available.

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• Sun, Oct 25, noon–3 PM
  Rope Practicum19+

  Studio Friction · $5, free for members and students · Details →

✦ Soft & Sensual

Fri, Oct 23, 7–9:30 PM

Denver Cuddle Puddle

Harmonist Sanctuary, East Colfax · $4418+

A platonic cuddle night led by Jessica Langley of Versicolor Coaching. You start with exercises and conversation about boundaries, consent and touch, and the cozy part comes after. Doors lock at 7:15, so be on time. It’s substance-free. $44, 18+.

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✦ Other Events & Activities

Fri, Oct 23, 6 PM–midnight

Rainbow Dome Grand Opening

Rainbow Dome, 1660 N Federal Blvdall ages

Denver’s queer, sober roller-skating crew started with pop-ups in 2021. Now it has a permanent 29,000-square-foot home in Sun Valley, and Friday is opening night. Advance tickets are sold out, but Denverite reports a limited number will be sold at the door. Open to all.

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Sat, Oct 24, 7–11 PM

Spirits & Spirits

Four Mile Historic Park · $100, $65 for members21+

Four Mile Historic Park, home to Denver’s oldest standing structure, after dark and adults only. There are DJ sets, drag, spirit tastings, a mourning-ceremony demo and s’mores by the campfire. This year your ticket also gets you into Bright Nights, the park’s lantern event. 21+. $100, or $65 for park members.

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• Thu, Oct 22 – Sun, Nov 1
  Denver Film Festival

  Ellie Caulkins Opera House and theaters around town · Details →
• Sat, Oct 24, noon–7 PM
  Día de los Muertos at Civic Centerall ages

  Civic Center Park · Free · Details →
• Sat, Oct 24, 11 AM–4 PM
  Homo Halloween Queer Marketall ages

  Champagne Tiger · Free · Details →