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Events in Cherry Creek, Denver
Upscale, shopping, galleries, polished
Art Festivals
Upscale Dining
Gallery Walks
Biking
Shopping
- •Cherry Creek Arts Festival (July 4th weekend) draws 350,000 visitors
- •Cherry Creek North has 40+ art galleries in a walkable 16-block district
- •The Cherry Creek Trail connects to 85 miles of Denver bike paths
- •Farmers market runs every Saturday, May through October
- •JW Marriott hosts upscale events and private functions year-round
Things to Do in Cherry Creek
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Cherry Creek Arts Festival
Arts
Colorado's premier fine arts event happens every July 4th weekend. 250+ juried artists, live music, and gourmet food vendors draw 350,000 visitors to Cherry Creek North.
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Cherry Creek Trail Bike Ride
Outdoor
Hop on the Cherry Creek Trail for a scenic ride from downtown to Cherry Creek and beyond — 40 miles of paved trail connecting to Denver's extensive bike network.
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Cherry Creek North Gallery Hop
Arts
Explore 40+ galleries in Cherry Creek North's 16-block walkable district. Robischon Gallery, Abend Gallery, and many others show top Colorado and national artists.
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Saturday Farmers Market
Free
Cherry Creek's Saturday morning farmers market (May through October) is one of Denver's best — fresh produce, artisan foods, flowers, and live music.
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Fine Dining on 2nd & 3rd Ave
Food
Cherry Creek North has Denver's highest concentration of upscale restaurants. Elway's, True Food Kitchen, and Tupelo Honey are neighborhood staples.
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Boutique Shopping
Shopping
Cherry Creek North's independent boutiques rival any major city — Cry Baby Ranch, Garbarini, and dozens of designer shops fill the walkable blocks.
What's Opening in Cherry Creek
CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN
restaurant
ASH & AGAVE
restaurant
MILWAUKEE STREET TAVERN
restaurant
OLIVE & FINCH
restaurant
MATSUHISA DENVER
restaurant
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The Story of Cherry Creek
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1880s
Cherry Creek Channelized
Cherry Creek, which flooded downtown Denver in 1864, was gradually channelized and the surrounding land developed for residential use, creating the leafy corridor that defines the area today.
Rural dirt road lined with cottonwood trees in Harman (now Cherry Creek), late 1800s
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1953
Cherry Creek Shopping Center Opens
One of the first suburban shopping centers in Colorado opened at Cherry Creek, transforming the area from residential to a major retail destination.
Aerial view of Cherry Creek Shopping Center, one of Colorado's first suburban malls
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1970s
Cherry Creek North Develops
The blocks north of the mall evolved into an upscale shopping and dining district distinct from the enclosed mall, with boutiques, galleries, and outdoor cafes along 2nd and 3rd Avenues.
Harman Town Hall (1891) at 400 Saint Paul Street — early Cherry Creek civic building
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1991
Cherry Creek Arts Festival Founded
The Cherry Creek Arts Festival launched in 1991 and quickly grew into one of the nation's premier fine arts events, drawing 350,000 visitors over July 4th weekend annually.
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2000s
Gallery District Expands
Cherry Creek North became home to 40+ art galleries, cementing its reputation as Denver's premier destination for fine art collecting and exhibition.
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2010s–Present
Luxury Residential Boom
High-rise condos and luxury apartments transformed Cherry Creek's skyline, making it Denver's most expensive residential neighborhood and a magnet for upscale retail brands.
Upcoming Events in Cherry Creek
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Top Venues in Cherry Creek
Cherry Creek Dog Park
E Mississippi Ave & S Colorado Blvd, Denver, CO 80246
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Hopdoddy Burger Bar
100 Fillmore St, Denver, CO 80206
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Duffeyroll Café
300 Josephine St, Denver, CO 80206
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The Cup
355 Detroit St, Denver, CO 80206
0 upcoming events
Denver Restaurant Week
201 Columbine St, Denver, CO 80206, USA
0 upcoming events
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Cherry Creek is one of Denver's most distinctive neighborhoods — a upscale, shopping, galleries, polished destination that draws locals and visitors alike. Whether you're looking for art festivals, upscale dining, gallery walks, biking, shopping, denver's upscale shopping and dining district with the cherry creek shopping center, art galleries, and the cherry creek trail for biking and walking. Browse upcoming events on this page and plan your visit to Cherry Creek, Denver.
From seasonal festivals to nightly live music, Cherry Creek has something happening every week of the year. Use 303Happenings to discover the best Cherry Creek events, find venues near you, and get notified when new events drop. Explore Denver events by neighborhood
Cherry Creek Quick Facts
🎯 Best for: Art Festivals, Upscale Dining, Gallery Walks, Biking, Shopping
🚌 Transit: RTD Bus 83
🚗 Parking: Ample garage parking at shopping center
🎯 Best for: Art Festivals, Upscale Dining, Gallery Walks, Biking, Shopping
🚌 Transit: RTD Bus 83
🚗 Parking: Ample garage parking at shopping center
What Is Cherry Creek Best For?
Cherry Creek excels at Art Festivals, Upscale Dining, Gallery Walks, Biking, Shopping. Here's what makes this Denver neighborhood stand out: What's happening tonight
- Cherry Creek Arts Festival (July 4th weekend) draws 350,000 visitors
- Cherry Creek North has 40+ art galleries in a walkable 16-block district
- The Cherry Creek Trail connects to 85 miles of Denver bike paths
- Farmers market runs every Saturday, May through October
- JW Marriott hosts upscale events and private functions year-round
The Story of Cherry Creek
Top Event Venues in Cherry Creek
The following venues are the heart of Cherry Creek's event scene, hosting everything from intimate shows to large-scale festivals:
- Cherry Creek Shopping Center
- JW Marriott Cherry Creek
Browse the full venue list and upcoming events at each location on 303Happenings.
Best Time to Visit Cherry Creek
Spring (March–May): Cherry Creek 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. Cherry Creek 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 Cherry Creek active even in winter. Holiday markets, cozy bars, and indoor events make it a year-round destination.
Getting to Cherry Creek Denver
🚌 Public Transit
- RTD Bus 83
RTD day passes ($6.50) are available at all rail stations and online.
🚗 Parking
Ample garage parking at shopping center
For major events, rideshare (Uber/Lyft) or transit is recommended as parking can fill quickly.
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