CRABBY FOR COLFAX – A SEAFOOD BOIL BY SASSAFRAS FOR COLFAX AVE – MAY 22ND
🥘 Colfax Avenue Seafood Boil Fundraiser at Sassafras – May 22 🦀
Join us for a mouthwatering night of Southern hospitality and community love at the Colfax Ave Seafood Boil Fundraiser, hosted by Sassafras American Eatery in the Highlands on Wednesday, May 22.
This special evening brings together food, friends, and fundraising to support the Colfax Emergency Microgrant Fund, helping our small businesses stay strong during the challenges of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) construction.
🍤 What’s On the Menu?
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A welcome spread of traditional Southern appetizers
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A generous 2-pound seafood boil bag packed with crawfish, crab, sausage, corn, potatoes & more
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Two drink tickets (alcoholic or non-alcoholic options available)
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House-made beignets for a sweet, fluffy finish
✨ VIP Experience (Limited Availability)
Guests selecting VIP tickets will enjoy:
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A later seating in a private upstairs dining room with rooftop deck
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A festive champagne toast on arrival
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Access to an exclusive appetizer buffet
🎁 Silent Auction
Throughout the evening, bid on unique items, local experiences, and Colfax-centric packages to show extra support for the businesses that make the avenue so special.
All proceeds benefit the Colfax Emergency Microgrant Fund, directly supporting the businesses that give our community its soul.
🎟️ Reserve your seat now and join us for a night of food, fun, and Colfax pride.
Save your seat at the table today!
COLFAX AVE APOTHECARY TOUR – MAY 18TH
🗓️ Sunday, May 18, 2025
🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Begins at The Learned Lemur | $20 | Limited to 25 guests
Skip the marathon—take the wellness route instead!
Join us for the first-ever Colfax Apothecary Tour, a guided walking tour of three of Colfax Avenue’s most enchanting apothecaries: The Learned Lemur, Herbs and Arts, and Balanced Root.
Over the course of the afternoon, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes experience at each shop, including:
🌿 A brief introduction to the apothecary’s story and offerings
✨ A demo, ritual, or hands-on activity
🌸 A sample or small tasting inspired by the shop’s specialties
🎁 Plus, all guests will be entered into a raffle giveaway featuring curated products from all three apothecaries.
👣 The tour is a gentle walk between stops, starting at The Learned Lemur (convenient $1/hr parking behind the building off York), with nearby bus routes available.
Space is limited and we expect this to sell out—reserve your spot today and discover the plant-powered magic of Colfax Avenue!
👉 Don’t miss this one, register today
2025 BIGWIGS BAR CRAWL – JUNE 7TH
🗓️ Friday, June 7th | 4PM – Close
📍 Select Colfax Ave Bars
Colfax hasn’t seen anything yet… until the Bigwigs show up.
Wigs on, spirits high—this is your invite to a totally over-the-top bar crawl where the only rule is to go big or stay home. Think executive-level cocktails, unforgettable stops, and a whole lot of wig-fueled chaos across your favorite Colfax bars.
💇♀️ Rock your silliest, fluffiest, or fiercest wig
🍸 Sip next-level drinks crafted just for the occasion
🎉 Bring your crew and take over the avenue
It’s bold, it’s ridiculous, it’s BIGWIGS—and it’s the most fun you’ll have in a wig all year.
2025 COLFAX CLEAN-UP – JUNE 28TH
Join us in showing some love to our iconic avenue! Colfax Ave Clean-Up events are a great way for community members, local businesses, and neighbors to come together and keep our corridor clean, welcoming, and vibrant. Whether you’re sweeping sidewalks or picking up litter, every little bit helps make a big difference.
Upcoming Clean-Up Dates:
🧤 June 28
🧼 September 20
🎄 December 13 (Holiday Edition!)
Let’s roll up our sleeves and take pride in Colfax—see you out there!
Register for the next one today!
2025 INDEPENDENTS DAY
2025 INDEPENDENTS DAY
We decided that this year we nee more than an Independents Day, we need an Indie Week! Celebrate the local and independent businesses that make Colfax so special July 14-20.
Enjoy specials and promotions from local businesses that are good for the entire week, so grab some friends and choose your own adventure on Colfax.
We’ll share more details as we get closer!
2024 Participating Businesses
Mention “Independents Day” to unlock these specials at local businesses July 19-21!
Use the map to plan your adventure or keep scrolling for a list.
Shopping + Retail
303 Boards
10% off for locals when you mention “Independents Day”.
Balanced Root Apothecary
15% off any of our house products
Bound By Design
10% percent discount on body jewelry (no discount on piercing or tattoo procedures) to anyone who mentions “Independents Day”.
Conspiracy Theory Tattoo
A weekend-long raffle for prizes such as a tattoo gift certificate, a Conspiracy Theory Tattoo hoodie, and sticker packs from the shop!
DVSN West
Get 10% off your purchase when you mention “Independents Day”.
Food + Drink
Blush N Blu
BOGO on all frozen drinks when you mention “Independents Day”.
Bar Max
$5 off a custom cocktail, made on the spot, that reflects your independent spirit! Just mention Independents Day.
Bruz Off Fax
Happy hour priced beer ($1 off every beer on their whole tab) for anyone who mentions Independents Day
The Corner Beet
$2 off food and drinks after 3 p.m. when you mention Independents Day
Chuey Fu’s
$2 off any margarita all weekend – including the Frozen Grape Marg. Don’t forget to mention Independents Day.
Colfax and Cream
Celebrate National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, July 21! Stop by for live music and buy one scoop of ice cream, get another scoop free!
Stop by for a Happy Hour on July 19th and 20th from 1 – 4 p.m., offering a refreshing deal: buy one refresher, and get the second refresher at half price.
Don’t forget to mention Independents Day.
The DNVR Bar
20% off entire tab or get a pretzel & beer for $12 when you mention Independents Day
Doppio Coffee
10% off all purchases when you mention “Independents Day”.
Illegal Pete’s
Extended happy hour to 3-8 p.m.! Beer Buckets – Three, 16oz Illegal Pete’s House beers for $15; PB&J for $6.50 (Pabst Blue Ribbon & shot of Jim Beam); Margaritas for $5.75
Le Clare’s Patisserie
Grand opening weekend – stop in for specials all weekend.
Nob Hill Inn
Shot of Jamison with a pint of PBR for $9 when you mention “Independents Day”.
Pete’s Kitchen
2 slices of bacon FREE with the purchase of a breakfast omelette
Pete’s Satire Lounge
$3 Outlaws, $3 Pickle Shots, $5 Colfax Crowns
Porchetta House
10% off your order when you mention “Independents Day”.
Savageau Coffee + Ice Cream
Free mini ice cream cone with purchase of any 16-oz drink when you mention “Independents Day”.
SAME Cafe
FRIDAY – July 19th Only
11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Summer BBQ
Visit www.soallmayeat.com for more BBQ details
The Squire Lounge
$1 off Drafts
$3 PBR Tall Bois
$4 Wells & Wine
$7 Mix n’ Match – Beer/Shot Combos
During Happy Hour from Open – 8:00 pm when you mention “Independents Day”.
Tight End Bar
Deal to be revealed soon
X Bar
July 19
BOGO Wells, Wines, & Drafts 3-8 p.m.
Friday Night Dance Party 10 p.m. – 2 a.m. with $1 OFF Casamigos Tequila
July 20
BOGO Wells, Wines, & Drafts Happy Hour (3-8 p.m.)
HEY PUSS! By: Kelela C. Staxxx – 10:30 p.m. $1 OFF Absolut, Jameson, & Malibu All Night Long
July 21
Beer Bust Sundays (4-8 p.m.) with $14 UNLIMITED on select beers/seltzers
Wellness + Fitness
Colfax Strong Gym
All new sign ups this weekend receive:
15% off Starter Package Pricing
AND…
Free InBody Scan!
Free Nutrition Consult!
Free Blender Bottle!
Free Ascent Protein!
Open Gym Access!
Gymnastics Class!
And all memberships include InBody Scans and goal reviews every 90 days! Mention “Independents Day”.
Book your FREE intro at www.colfaxstrong.com
Green Door Fitness
$3 Huel Drinks
$3 Off the Farm Energy Bars
$49 personal training session (50% off)
$49 nutrition consult (50% off)
1 Month of Happy Hour Training $103
Spin the wheel for a chance at prizes when you mention “Independents Day”.
Rooted Heart Yoga & Wellness
10% off class packs if you email in advance:
info@rootedheartyw.com
when you mention Independents Day
R&R Head Labs
A free 4-oz., custom-mixed shampoo from our Labb machine with every hair service purchased when you mention “Independents Day”.
2024 Pop-ups and Events
Art: Big Ass Maps Pop-up
Saturday, July 20
9-11am
@ Doppio Coffee (1245 E Colfax #105)
2-4pm
@ Bruz off Fax (1495 York St #101)
Pop into Emily Burrowes’ (@bigassmaps on IG) pop-up shop at Doppios Coffee in the morning and Bruz off Fax in the afternoon to get your hands on one of her amazing hand-drawn portraits of Colorado’s iconic landmarks. Framed and unframed prints are available
Glamoure Storyhour with Alice Glamoure
Saturday, July 20 | 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
@ Savageau Coffee (2260 E Colfax)
Bring your kids to see Alice Glamoure for a free story time at Savageau Coffee. No Kids? No problem, it’s just as fun for adults! Grab some coffee, a sweet treat and settle in for story time.
Custom Typewriter Poetry
Saturday, July 20 | 4-8pm
@ Crazy Mountain Brewery (1505 N Ogden.)
Get a custom poem on any topic from local poet Michael Prince (@thepoetrycrow on IG) while enjoying a cold brew. First 15 poems are free, $10 each after. Don’t miss his poetic masterpieces!
Bus Rapid Transit Information Booth
Saturday, July 20 | 10am-3pm
@ Carla Madison Rec Center (Josephine & Colfax Ave)
BRT? What is it? When does is it coming? What does it mean for Denver? Stop by the BRT tent outside Carla Madison Rec Center to learn more.
Green Door Fitness
Saturday, July 20 | 10 a.m.
@ Green Door Fitness (2404 E Colfax Ave.)
Join in on a 60-minute strength class
that’s only $10 for non-members.
The Lemur & Friends Bazaar and Art Market
Sunday | July 21 | 12 – 6 p.m.
@ The Learned Lemur (2220 E Colfax Ave.)
Join us for this monthly artist market on the back patio, featuring talented artists from all over Colorado. From bakers to jewelers, you’ll find a wide range of unique and handmade items. Stop by to find the perfect gift or treat yourself to something special!
Kathouse Pickers @ Crazy Mountain Brewery
Saturday, July 20 | 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
@ Crazy Mountain Brewery (1505 N Ogden St)
Enjoy live music from the Legendary Kathouse Pickers while sipping your favorite beer and eating a tasty taco from Colfax Tacos.