Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Memorial Day Celebrations


As the country pauses on Monday to take time to honor the soldiers whose lives were lost in defense of our country's freedom, we also have the opportunity to enjoy and celebrate the freedom that was gained in battle. From concerts to baseball, there are plenty of chances to enjoy some of America's favorite past times over the long weekend!

Denver Day of Rock
The 7th annual Denver Day of Rock takes place on Saturday, May 23 at the 16th Street pedestrian mall in downtown Denver. Free music will be played from 2:30 through 9:30 PM from performers including Mat Kearny, St. Paul & the Broken Bones, The Kin and more. Stages will be set up along the mall at: Arapahoe & 15th Street, Arapahoe & 17th Street, Curtis Street, Champa Street and Welton Street. The event benefits Amp the Cause (formerly known as Concerts for Kids), which supports more than 50 Denver Metro area nonprofit organizations. It's about a 12-minute drive to the pedestrian mall from The Amaranth.

Deborah Butterfield: The Nature of Wild Horses
The newest exhibit at Denver Botanic Gardens opens on May 23. Butterfield's sculptures embody the spirit of the horse in a modern fashion. The sculptures are throughout the garden's outdoor areas. The gardens will open at 9AM on Memorial Day. As you may know by now, the Denver Botanic Gardens are located just steps away from your apartment home at The Amaranth!

Downtown Denver Art Festival
The 17th annual Downtown Denver Arts Festival will be held Friday, May 22 through Sunday, May 24 at the Denver Center for Performing Arts. Like the Day of Rock, this event is free to attend! Hours for the festival are: Friday 4-8 PM, Saturday 11 AM-8 PM and Sunday. According to the event website, more than 125,000 people are expected to attend. The festival showcases both local and national artists and craft vendors. The Denver Center for Performing Arts is about a 12-minute drive from The Amaranth.

What is on your Memorial Day weekend agenda? Share your plans and ideas with us on The Amaranth's Facebook and Twitter pages! Happy Memorial Day! Thank you to all who serve our country!

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