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Events in Lower Highlands, Denver
Trendy, rooftop bars, upscale dining
40 upcoming eventsRooftop Bars
Brunch
Date Night
Skyline Views
Boutique Shopping
- •Highland Bridge offers Denver's best skyline photo op
- •Little Man Ice Cream — a landmark with lines around the block in summer
- •Rosenberg's Bagels & Delicatessen is a local institution
- •Elevated rooftop dining scene with unobstructed mountain views
- •Walking distance from both Union Station and Highlands Square
Things to Do in LoHi
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Little Man Ice Cream
Food
Denver's most iconic ice cream shop — a 28-foot cream can serving homemade flavors. Lines wrap around the block on summer evenings. Worth every minute.
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Skyline Views from Highland Bridge
Free
Denver's best skyline photo op. The pedestrian bridge offers unobstructed views of downtown and the Front Range. Perfect at blue hour.
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Weekend Brunch Scene
Food
Snooze, Root Down, and Duo Restaurant all serve legendary brunches. Arrive early or expect a wait — LoHi's brunch scene is among Denver's best.
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Rooftop Cocktails
Nightlife
LoHi's rooftop bars offer mountain and skyline views. Retrograde and The Way Back are local favorites for evening drinks with a view.
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Platte Street Boutiques
Shopping
Platte Street runs along the river with a curated mix of independent boutiques, fitness studios, and specialty shops in converted Victorian buildings.
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Rosenberg's Bagels
Food
Denver's most beloved bagel shop, Rosenberg's on 38th Ave, draws morning lines for their authentic New York-style bagels and schmears.
What's Opening in LoHi
THIRSTY LION GASTROPUB & GRILL
restaurant
THE OXFORD HOTEL
restaurant
EL TIGRE DE SANTA JULIA
restaurant
LOB DENVER
restaurant
BRUTO
restaurant
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The Story of LoHi
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1859
Across the River from Denver
Lower Highlands sits on bluffs west of the South Platte River, part of the original Highland Town platted in 1859. Its elevation provided views and separation from downtown's flood-prone flats.
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Late 1800s
Working-Class Immigrant Community
LoHi developed as a tight-knit neighborhood of Italian, Mexican, and Irish immigrant families, many working in nearby industries along the Platte River corridor.
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1930s–1980s
Stability, Then Decline
Mid-century LoHi was a quiet residential area. By the 1980s, disinvestment and suburban flight had left many Victorian homes neglected and commercial strips vacant.
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Early 2000s
Artist and Homebuyer Discovery
Artists and young professionals drawn by affordable Victorian homes began renovating LoHi's housing stock, kicking off a slow but steady transformation.
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2010s
Restaurant and Bar Boom
Little Man Ice Cream (2008), Root Down (2008), and a wave of upscale restaurants and rooftop bars turned LoHi into one of Denver's most coveted dining destinations.
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2014
Highland Bridge Changes Everything
The pedestrian Highland Bridge physically and symbolically linked LoHi to downtown — foot traffic increased dramatically and residential values surged.
Upcoming Events in LoHi
Concerts
BADBADNOTGOOD
Tomorrow
Nightlife
Pub Trivia at Denver Milk Market
Friday
Other
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Friday
Concerts
SEVENDUST ONE TOUR
Friday
Sports
Colorado Rockies vs. Atlanta Braves
Friday
Other
Picnic Area 5/1 - Atlanta Braves
Friday
Sports
Colorado Rockies vs. Atlanta Braves
Friday
Other
Picnic Area 5/1 - Atlanta Braves
Friday
Sports
Colorado Rockies vs. Atlanta Braves
Saturday
Other
Picnic Area 5/2 - Atlanta Braves
Saturday
Concerts
Rusko
Saturday
Other
Picnic Area 5/3 - Atlanta Braves
Sunday
Other
Picnic Area 5/3 - Atlanta Braves
Sunday
Sports
Colorado Rockies vs. New York Mets
Monday
Sports
Colorado Rockies vs. New York Mets
Monday
Other
Picnic Area 5/4 - New York Mets
Monday
Other
Picnic Area 5/4 - New York Mets
Monday
Concerts
La Dispute
Next Week
Other
Picnic Area 5/5 - New York Mets
Next Week
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Picnic Area 5/5 - New York Mets
Next Week
Sports
Colorado Rockies vs. New York Mets
Next Week
Other
Picnic Area 5/6 - New York Mets
Next Week
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Picnic Area 5/6 - New York Mets
Next Week
Concerts
Poison the Well "Peace in Place" Tour
Next Week
Nightlife
Pub Trivia at Denver Milk Market
Next Week
Concerts
Cabaret Voltaire
Next Week
Other
Boulet Brothers' Dragula: Titans 2 Tour
Next Week
Concerts
The Afghan Whigs 40th Anniversary Tour With Mercury Rev
May 12
Concerts
Chet Faker
May 13
Nightlife
Pub Trivia at Denver Milk Market
May 15
Sports
Colorado Rockies vs. Arizona Diamondbacks
May 15
Other
Picnic Area 5/15 - Arizona Diamondbacks
May 15
Sports
Colorado Rockies vs. Arizona Diamondbacks
May 15
Other
Picnic Area 5/15 - Arizona Diamondbacks
May 15
Concerts
American Football With Mei Semones
May 15
Other
Picnic Area 5/16 - Arizona Diamondbacks
May 16
Other
Picnic Area 5/16 - Arizona Diamondbacks
May 16
Other
Picnic Area 5/17 - Arizona Diamondbacks
May 17
Sports
Colorado Rockies vs. Arizona Diamondbacks
May 17
Sports
Colorado Rockies vs. Arizona Diamondbacks
May 17
Top Venues in LoHi
Coors Field Picnic Area
2001 Blake Street
0 upcoming events
Summit Music Hall
1902 Blake St
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Denver Milk Market
1800 Wazee St Suite 100, Denver, CO 80202, USA
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Denver Beer Co. Platte Street Patio
1695 Platte St, Denver, CO 80202
0 upcoming events
Tony's
1937 Market St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
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ViewHouse Ballpark
2015 Market St, Denver, CO 80205, USA
0 upcoming events
Kachina Southwestern Grill Rooftop
1890 Wazee St, Denver, CO 80202
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Top of the Witte
1490 Delgany St, Denver, CO 80202
0 upcoming events
Stoic & Genuine Riverside Patio
1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202
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Vesta Bar Rooftop
1822 Blake St, Denver, CO 80202
0 upcoming events
Little Owl Coffee
1555 Blake St, Denver, CO 80202
0 upcoming events
Moon Room at Summit
1902 Blake Street
0 upcoming events
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Lower Highlands is one of Denver's most distinctive neighborhoods — a trendy, rooftop bars, upscale dining destination that draws locals and visitors alike. Whether you're looking for rooftop bars, brunch, date night, skyline views, boutique shopping, trendy neighborhood just across the platte river from downtown with rooftop bars, boutique shops, and the pedestrian highland bridge connecting to lodo. Browse upcoming events on this page and plan your visit to LoHi, Denver.
From seasonal festivals to nightly live music, LoHi has something happening every week of the year. Use 303Happenings to discover the best LoHi events, find venues near you, and get notified when new events drop. Explore Denver events by neighborhood
Lower Highlands Quick Facts
🎯 Best for: Rooftop Bars, Brunch, Date Night, Skyline Views, Boutique Shopping
🚌 Transit: Walk from Union Station via Highland Bridge
🚗 Parking: Metered street parking; residential permit zones
🎯 Best for: Rooftop Bars, Brunch, Date Night, Skyline Views, Boutique Shopping
🚌 Transit: Walk from Union Station via Highland Bridge
🚗 Parking: Metered street parking; residential permit zones
What Is LoHi Best For?
LoHi excels at Rooftop Bars, Brunch, Date Night, Skyline Views, Boutique Shopping. Here's what makes this Denver neighborhood stand out: What's happening tonight
- Highland Bridge offers Denver's best skyline photo op
- Little Man Ice Cream — a landmark with lines around the block in summer
- Rosenberg's Bagels & Delicatessen is a local institution
- Elevated rooftop dining scene with unobstructed mountain views
- Walking distance from both Union Station and Highlands Square
The Story of LoHi
Top Event Venues in LoHi
The following venues are the heart of LoHi's event scene, hosting everything from intimate shows to large-scale festivals:
- Little Man Ice Cream
- Linger
- Root Down
Browse the full venue list and upcoming events at each location on 303Happenings.
Best Time to Visit LoHi
Spring (March–May): LoHi comes alive as Denver shakes off winter. Patio season kicks off, outdoor festivals return, and the neighborhood energy picks up significantly.
Summer (June–August): Peak season — outdoor concerts, festivals, block parties, and the longest bar patio hours. LoHi is at its absolute best in summer.
Fall (September–November): A beloved time to visit — cooler evenings, fall festivals, Denver's famous Restaurant Week, and the Rockies playoff push bring energy to the streets.
Winter (December–February): Denver's 300 days of sunshine keep LoHi active even in winter. Holiday markets, cozy bars, and indoor events make it a year-round destination.
Getting to LoHi Denver
🚌 Public Transit
- Walk from Union Station via Highland Bridge
RTD day passes ($6.50) are available at all rail stations and online.
🚗 Parking
Metered street parking; residential permit zones
For major events, rideshare (Uber/Lyft) or transit is recommended as parking can fill quickly.
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