Valentine’s Day might get all the clout in February, but there’s a whole lot more to love about our friendly micro-district. This month, we’re celebrating all kinds of love right HERE on the Block.
Meet us in the Alley to pose in front of the swoon-worthy, candy he[art] install by skyvanah’s RLY RLY Studio. Explore boozy beverages found at eight establishments participating in a special “Love Notes Around the Block” cocktail menu. Drop in for romantic music at The Maven, dinner specials at Kachina Cantina, and fun hands-on events all month long at your favorite businesses. Whether you’re celebrating a Valentine, a Galentine, or a Palentine, there’s something for everyone to love on the Block.
Our social media series, #LovinOnTheBlock, is a celebration of the wonderful humans and businesses that make Dairy Block such a unique destination. Meet the people who bring the Block to life and hear their stories by heading to our Instagram this month!
Romance is alive and well at Run for the Roses. Ride the elevator down to this cozy bar for an experience reminiscent of the speakeasies of yesteryear. Craft cocktails are poured with rare and vintage spirits alongside light, shareable snacks. Make a reservation today to save your seat!
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us the ENTIRE month of February for our “Love Notes” cocktail menu. Eight participating establishments have curated special cocktails inspired by classic love songs, ranging from Lana Del Rey to Stevie Wonder. Stop in at Denver Milk Market, Westbound & Down, Poka Lola Social Club, Blanchard Family Wines, Seven Grand, Kachina Cantina, Deviation Distilling, and For[a]ged to try each one!
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Alchemy Works Happy Hour
Alchemy Works Happy Hour
All Day Monday Happy Hour at Moo Bar
All Day Monday Happy Hour at Moo Bar
5th Annual Petite Parade
5th Annual Petite Parade
Mavens of Movies
Mavens of Movies
Swing by @DeviationDistilling to taste summer in a glass. 🍋🌸
Their patio is your go-to oasis for refreshing, spritzy cocktails bursting with vibrant flavors and good vibes and their summer menu is calling your name, so text your friends and cheers to patio season at Dairy Block!
Comment "Spritz" for the menu!
📸: @honeyeightx
The Alley is coming alive for the return of Dairy Block After Dark, a summer night market series curated by @FiresideAtFive and made for the bold, the curious, and the creative!
Get ready for the Alley to transform into a buzzing open-air party with local artists, vibey cocktails, and surprise pop-ups that keep it interesting. No ticket, no gatekeeping — just show up.
📍 Saturday, July 19th | 5–10 PM in the Dairy Block Alley
This week we’re spotlighting a few of the incredible makers lighting up our evening bazaar:
💫 @AnaMarinaStudio | Bold, handcrafted jewelry rooted in Mexican tradition and innovative design
🌈 @CaseysArtStuff | Vibrant illustrations inspired by the simple joys of life
🎨 CHACHO BY CHA | Distinctive art that explores and reimagines cultural influences through a unique lens
✉️@Charlene.Redwine | Illustrations infused with vivid color, intricate textures, and tropical imagery
👕 @ChicVintiques | A collection of vintage finds that mirror your most desired way of living
💎 @CrystalEyezJewelry | One-of-a-kind jewelry designed around your unique style and story
🖌️ @DiegoJaguart | Immersive, dimensional pieces that blend mixed media with contemporary culture
🎶Let the grooves from @ESP.HiFi’s curated vinyl DJ set the tone for the night
🍸 Sip specialty cocktails and other bevs from the @PokaLolaSocialClub Alley Pop-Up Bar
✨ Catch projection mapping with @DSDI_, the pop-up vinyl shop in partnership with @RockyMountainRecordShow & funky disco installs thanks to @AbstruseLike
Comment “After Dark” for more details!
Did you know Huck is now a Bike Streets Destination? 🚲
Pedal on over to @HuckleberryRoasters for good coffee, good vibes, and maybe even a dog in a bow? We`ll keep our eye out for @HashbrownTheMiniDox! Flash your Bike Streets passport stamp, and enjoy 10% off your order because nothing pairs better with a bike ride than Huck’s tasty beans.
📸: Hashbrown and @GraceDrinksCoffee
🎤 Meet our next Artist on the Rise: Wrenn Van Band (@WrennVanSinger)!
Taking the stage this Saturday, July 5 at Dairy Block Alley, Wrenn Van Band is led by powerhouse vocalist Wrenn Van, a genre-blending artist whose soulful sound moves effortlessly between R&B, funk, pop, soul, and rock. After seven years of captivating Colorado’s Front Range, Wrenn now splits her time between Lafayette and Nashville, bringing a dynamite band of Colorado’s top musicians to the Seven Grand Concert Bar at Dairy Block.
Whether you’ve seen her at The Fox Theatre or caught her music in films like Tri Me: The Siri Lindley Story, Wrenn’s signature vocals and electric stage presence are impossible to forget. Fresh from her recent slot at the 2025 Bluebird Music Festival alongside Watchhouse and Tallest Man on Earth, this rising star is not to be missed!
📌 Saturday, July 5 from 7–9 PM on the @SevenGrandDenver patio | Free & open to the public. RSVP at the link in our bio!
The iconic @COWineWalk is getting a bold new pour! 🍻 Colorado Craft Fest is coming to the Alley this summer, hosted by @BlanchardWine and backed by the best in local craft. Expect unlimited tastings from top Colorado makers, a custom glass to take home, live music, bites from @CirqueKitchen, and the chance to stock up on your favorites.
📌 Sunday, July 27 | 2-5PM with VIP access at 1PM
It’s not just a tasting, it’s a full-sensory celebration of Colorado craft culture, right here in the heart of Dairy Block.
Featuring: @BlanchardWine, @BonacquistiWine, @BuckelFamilyWine, @Vinnie_Fera_Winery, @CohesionBeer, @RatioBeerworks, @WestboundAndDownBrewingCo, @BabDistilling, @TheFamilyJonesDistillery, @UncleTimsCocktails, @LawsWhiskey, & @LostFriendBrewingCo! ✨
🎟️ Tag your crew and get your tickets at the link in our bio!
Peddling into work? Make us your first stop! 🚲 We’re celebrating Bike to Work Day with @drcog_waytogo this Wednesday with a complimentary breakfast for early riders from 6–9 AM at the corner of 18th & Blake.
Swing by for complimentary:
🥐 Breakfast pastries from @LoDough_Bakery
🥪 Breakfast sandwhiches from @DenverMilkMarket
☕ Cold brew from @AmpArtisanCoffee
✨ ...and prizes!
📌 Wednesday, June 25 | 6–9 AM on the corner of Blake St and 18th St.
Amp Artisan Coffee will also be open and serving their full specialty menu!
LoDo just got a whole lot crispier! 🍗✨
@LuckyBirdCo is now open inside @DenverMilkMarket, right next to @KonjoEthiopianFood, and serving up golden-fried perfection. From stacked sandwiches and hand-breaded tenders to saucy wraps, loaded salads, and waffle fries you’ll dream about, this is flavor done right.
🔥 Sink your teeth into the Big Bird stacked with mustard slaw or fire things up with the Spicy Bird coated in gochujang butter
🥗 Craving something lighter? Go fresh with the Lucky Bird Salad or Chicken Salad Wrap
🍟 Don’t sleep on the sweet potato waffle fries (loaded or not)!
THIS Saturday, the Alley lights up! ✨ After Dark returns with a summer night market that’s equal parts art party, music set, and downtown hang. Curated by our friends at @FiresideAtFive, it’s your chance to dive into Denver’s most electric after-hours scene.
🌀 THIS Saturday, June 21 | 5–10 PM
Here’s what’s going down:
🎶 Vinyl DJ sets by @ESP.HiFi
🍸 Alley Pop-Up Bar by @PokaLolaSocialClub
✨ Projection mapping by @DSDI_, a vinyl shop collab with @RockyMountainRecordShow & disco-inspired installs from @AbstruseLike
Explore a fresh lineup of 15+ local artists, makers, and culinary creatives including: @ShopBabaCool, @BigAssMaps, @BuenaVista.Goods, @ContrariumChainstitch, @Efta.Streetwear, @FikkaChica, @Gedrd_, @HeyAlissandra, @SpellAndSage, @Doctor_Ew, @HashawPots, @Cr3am.Ink, @KPMountainMetals, @CypressApothecaryy, @TheYellowFix, and more!
📌 Can’t make it this Saturday? After Dark returns July 19 + August 16 with all-new lineups and surprises. See you in the Alley!
