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Attack ads and political collusion roil tight 1st District primary

Upstart Melat Kiros's campaign to oust U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette is getting testy.

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The Democratic <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="race to represent Denver" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/04/02/progressive-challenger-kiros-tests-degette-primary" data-vars-content-id="e7b9a6ab-51f5-437e-8c29-6c0a7c54c762" data-vars-headline="Attack ads and political collusion roil tight 1st District primary" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/04/02/progressive-challenger-kiros-tests-degette-primary" target="_self">race to represent Denver</a> is growing more combative just as voters receive primary ballots. Why it matters: A new attack ad targeting 1st Congressional District challenger Melat Kiros marks an escalation in a race deciding <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="whether voters want change" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/04/02/progressive-challenger-kiros-tests-degette-primary" data-vars-content-id="e7b9a6ab-51f5-437e-8c29-6c0a7c54c762" data-vars-headline="Attack ads and political collusion roil tight 1st District primary" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/04/02/progressive-challenger-kiros-tests-degette-primary" target="_self">whether voters want change</a> or the experience of U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette.

Colorado voter guide: What to know about the candidates and top races

Colorado voters go to the ballot box this month to decide which candidates will advance to the November general election.

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Colorado voters go to the ballot box this month to decide which candidates will advance to the November general election.Why it matters: Now that the Democrats are the dominant party in Colorado, primary elections <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="hold as much importance" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/03/11/colorado-democrats-primary-infighting-surges" data-vars-content-id="70fd0862-fbbd-4b15-8b3a-116ce50d6d64" data-vars-headline="Colorado voter guide: What to know about the candidates and top races" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/03/11/colorado-democrats-primary-infighting-surges" target="_self">hold as much importance</a> as the November vote, particularly in key races where the majority party is expected to win.

9 ways to celebrate Father's Day around Denver

It's Dad's day out. Here's how to make it count.

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Mom had her turn. Dad&#x27;s up next.The big picture: This Father&#x27;s Day weekend offers plenty of ways to spend time with the father figure in your life — whether that&#x27;s catching a Rockies game, practicing your golf swing or raising a pint.

Expanded Denver Juneteenth festival set for Five Points

The festival will mark its 15th anniversary this year.

Denver&#x27;s free <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Juneteenth celebration" data-vars-click-url="https://www.juneteenthmusicfestival.com/" data-vars-content-id="d877ae47-b156-4f66-be4e-9dc7279d49cb" data-vars-headline="Expanded Denver Juneteenth festival set for Five Points" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.juneteenthmusicfestival.com/" target="_blank">Juneteenth celebration</a> returns to the historic Five Points neighborhood this weekend — bigger and bolder with a three-day extravaganza.Why it matters: Organizers expanded this year&#x27;s festival after scaling back some of last year&#x27;s programming when corporate <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="sponsorship" data-vars-click-url="https://www.denverpost.com/2025/04/22/juneteenth-festival-budget-funding-cuts-sponsors/" data-vars-content-id="d877ae47-b156-4f66-be4e-9dc7279d49cb" data-vars-headline="Expanded Denver Juneteenth festival set for Five Points" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.denverpost.com/2025/04/22/juneteenth-festival-budget-funding-cuts-sponsors/" target="_blank">sponsorship</a> waned back amid broader DEI rollbacks.

Levitt Pavilion releases free summer concert lineup

Tickets are free but RSVPs are encouraged.

Levitt Pavilion recently released dates and times for its popular free summer concert series.How it works: The shows won&#x27;t cost you a dime, but you&#x27;re encouraged <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="to get tickets" data-vars-click-url="https://www.levittdenver.org/free-concert-series#/events" data-vars-content-id="48261a84-58e0-47c1-9fc1-e968b5ef2b1f" data-vars-headline="Levitt Pavilion releases free summer concert lineup" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.levittdenver.org/free-concert-series#/events" target="_blank">to get tickets</a> before showing up.

How to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup

This year's edition is the biggest in tournament history.

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The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="FIFA World Cup" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/10/2026-world-cup-casual-fan-guide" data-vars-content-id="02149be0-d0d6-49b7-8ae2-58333f347af0" data-vars-headline="How to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/10/2026-world-cup-casual-fan-guide" target="_self">FIFA World Cup</a> starts this week with its biggest edition in history. Zoom in: Canada, Mexico and the U.S. co-host the 2026 men&#x27;s tournament, with the largest field in the tournament&#x27;s 96-year history.

The ultimate summer fun guide for Denver

From museums and festivals to sporting events, there's something for everyone locally this summer.

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Summer has unofficially arrived. And so has a nearly endless parade of events, performances and other happenings throughout the city and beyond. 🎭 Arts<ul><li>Candlelight Concerts series will host multiple weekend shows, including tributes to Adele, &#x27;90s hip-hop, &quot;Lord of the Rings&quot; and Vivaldi&#x27;s &quot;The Four Seasons.&quot; <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Starting at ~$35" data-vars-click-url="https://feverup.com/en/denver/candlelight?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=sc_nb&amp;utm_campaign=candlelightupper_den&amp;utm_content=805279116883&amp;utm_term=_a&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=20975790405&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADGO9U-nNA9fwsbPV44-fn0-B1C2m&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwz9_QBhD_ARIsADnSCfBxGGaol_wOai9UO2vkfvAvZzxt6iJ_wg16vcVa-H_hI8C1d0uhHXIaAls_EALw_wcB" data-vars-content-id="4f927b2f-2648-44b9-9aac-ae8ee713f5e1" data-vars-headline="The ultimate summer fun guide for Denver" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://feverup.com/en/denver/candlelight?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=sc_nb&amp;utm_campaign=candlelightupper_den&amp;utm_content=805279116883&amp;utm_term=_a&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=20975790405&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADGO9U-nNA9fwsbPV44-fn0-B1C2m&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwz9_QBhD_ARIsADnSCfBxGGaol_wOai9UO2vkfvAvZzxt6iJ_wg16vcVa-H_hI8C1d0uhHXIaAls_EALw_wcB" target="_blank">Starting at ~$35</a></li></ul>

6 (relatively) affordable Red Rocks concerts

These summer shows still have seats listed below $100.

Concert ticket prices are <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="hitting astronomical heights" data-vars-click-url="https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/23/concert-ticket-prices-live-music-demand.html" data-vars-content-id="89b5cb0d-91bf-4985-8189-49e6b5eb6613" data-vars-headline="6 (relatively) affordable Red Rocks concerts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/23/concert-ticket-prices-live-music-demand.html" target="_blank">hitting astronomical heights</a> as people struggle to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="stretch their budgets" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/11/gas-consumers-spending-earnings" data-vars-content-id="89b5cb0d-91bf-4985-8189-49e6b5eb6613" data-vars-headline="6 (relatively) affordable Red Rocks concerts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/11/gas-consumers-spending-earnings" target="_self">stretch their budgets</a>. Yes, but: You can still find relatively affordable seats — even at Colorado&#x27;s iconic <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Red Rocks Amphitheatre" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/03/20/red-rocks-concerts-2026-lineup" data-vars-content-id="89b5cb0d-91bf-4985-8189-49e6b5eb6613" data-vars-headline="6 (relatively) affordable Red Rocks concerts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/03/20/red-rocks-concerts-2026-lineup" target="_self">Red Rocks Amphitheatre</a> — if you&#x27;re willing to take a chance on lesser-known acts.

The ultimate soundtrack for these Front Range quad-burners

With hiking season upon us, we picked the tracks we'd queue up for these stairways to heaven.

A good tune can carry you up a brutal trail, and Colorado&#x27;s Front Range is basically a StairMaster with views. State of play: With hiking season upon us, we picked the tracks we&#x27;d queue up for these stairways to heaven.

Where to watch FIFA World Cup games in Denver

The tournament kicks off in Mexico on June 11.

Soccer stars like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo won&#x27;t be taking the pitch in Denver when the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="FIFA World Cup kick off" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/08/world-cup-2026-tickets-prices-fifa-resale" data-vars-content-id="eb326cd1-26ce-4b43-bdcf-1cb440b74bbd" data-vars-headline="Where to watch FIFA World Cup games in Denver" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/08/world-cup-2026-tickets-prices-fifa-resale" target="_self">FIFA World Cup kick off</a> next Thursday — but that doesn&#x27;t mean the Mile High City will be sitting on the sidelines.Why it matters: Local bars, restaurants and public spaces are gearing up and trying their hardest to bring a little World Cup magic to fans here at home.

Denver Municipal Band releases free summer concert lineup

The band calls itself the oldest professional concert band in the continental U.S.

The Denver Municipal Band is celebrating its birthday with free concerts throughout the summer.State of play: The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="oldest continuously playing professional concert band" data-vars-click-url="https://denvermunicipalband.org/history/" data-vars-content-id="cae3b15d-ea5b-4326-a613-adacd955673b" data-vars-headline="Denver Municipal Band releases free summer concert lineup" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://denvermunicipalband.org/history/" target="_blank">oldest continuously playing professional concert band</a> in the U.S. marks its 165th anniversary this year with 20 free concerts across Denver, beginning Friday at City Park.

5 can't-miss Denver Broncos games this season

Denver starts the season with a Monday Night Football showdown against the Kansas City Chiefs.

The Denver Broncos <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="announced" data-vars-click-url="https://www.denverbroncos.com/news/broncos-announce-2026-schedule-featuring-holiday-matchups-and-bookend-stretches-vs-playoff-teams" data-vars-content-id="31ff7e76-6093-46d4-80ca-3e1230d53bfe" data-vars-headline="5 can&#x27;t-miss Denver Broncos games this season" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.denverbroncos.com/news/broncos-announce-2026-schedule-featuring-holiday-matchups-and-bookend-stretches-vs-playoff-teams" target="_blank">announced</a> they&#x27;ll open their season with a marquee Monday Night Football showdown against division rivals the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in September. State of play: Quarterback Bo Nix looks to lead the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="reigning AFC West champs" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2025/11/06/denver-broncos-2025-midseason-preview" data-vars-content-id="31ff7e76-6093-46d4-80ca-3e1230d53bfe" data-vars-headline="5 can&#x27;t-miss Denver Broncos games this season" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2025/11/06/denver-broncos-2025-midseason-preview" target="_self">reigning AFC West champs</a> on another deep playoff run after an injury sidelined him for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="last season&#x27;s AFC title game" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/01/25/broncos-patriots-playoff-loss-2026" data-vars-content-id="31ff7e76-6093-46d4-80ca-3e1230d53bfe" data-vars-headline="5 can&#x27;t-miss Denver Broncos games this season" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/01/25/broncos-patriots-playoff-loss-2026" target="_self">last season&#x27;s AFC title game</a> in Denver.

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