Lamb Jam
Throughout April. Colorado isn’t New Zealand, but the state is still one of the largest producers of sheep in the U.S., coming in behind only California and Texas when it comes to the number of animals raised here: 405,000 in 2025, according to the American Sheep Industry Association. Thatap why many chefs and restaurateurs here believe that lamb is one of Colorado’s signature dishes.
As a result, more than half a dozen of the state’s best-known chefs will participate in Lamb Jam 2026 throughout April, preparing dishes priced under $30 and “available on bar, happy hour, or small plates menus,” according to organizers at the American Lamb Board. Participating chefs and restaurants include: Dana Rodriguez of Work & Class, Alex Grenier of Mercantile, Ty Leon of Restaurant Olivia, Zach Warren of Kawa Ni, Erasmo Casiano of Xiquita Restaurante y Bar, Manny Barella of Riot BBQ and Bo Porytko of Molotov. Diners can vote online for their favorites. Get more information at . — Jonathan Shikes
World-class breakdancing
Friday. Break yourself, fools! Some of the best breakdancing you’ll ever see is coming to Denver’s Boettcher Concert Hall this weekend with Red Bull BC One. The event “will bring out top talent and internationally recognized breakers to the city to celebrate its thriving breaking community,” organizers wrote.
“Open to all ages, Red Bull BC One Cypher Denver will see the country’s top B-Boys and B-Girls battle for the regional crown. Composed of prelim winners and wildcards, 16 B-Boys and 8 B-Girls will go head-to-head in 1v1 elimination rounds,” they added. “In the leadup to the event, Red Bull BC One will host workshops and open prelims, giving local breakers the opportunity to learn from some of the world’s best and compete for a spot on the main stage.”
It all goes down at 7 p.m. on Friday, April 3, at the Denver Performing Arts Complex, 100 14th St. in Denver. All ages. General admission is $15 via . — John Wenzel
Easter egg hunt
Saturday. One of the metro area’s best family egg-hunts returns on Saturday, April 4, just in time for Easter (which is the next day, Sunday, April 5) at Four Mile Historic Park in Denver with two sessions from 8:30 a.m.-noon and 1:30-5 p.m. “Each session features age-specific egg hunts – including a brand-new adult-only hunt — a magic show and live music. Plus, a meet and greet with the Easter Bunny, tractor rides, Four Mile House tours, croquet, egg rolling contests, egg and spoon races, Tales & Tails story time, face painting, crafts and more,” organizers wrote.
A pre-sale ticket costs $20 for general admission and $35 for the goodies-filled Extra Easter Experience. Prices go up just before the event to $25 and $40, respectively. 715 S. Forest St. in Denver. Call 720-865-0800 or see more details at . — John Wenzel
Glowing Wild
Through May 10. Themed lighting displays: They’re not just for the holidays anymore. Take Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance’s Glowing Wild, which returned for its second showing in mid-March and continues select nights through May 10. (See for full calendar.)
The installation re-creates “the lush forests of Asia to radiant reefs of Australia,” organizers wrote online. “Guests will experience the glimmer of 60 illuminated scenes and 175 new larger-than-life lantern sculptures that bring animals and their stories to light, all handcrafted by Chinese artisans.” See it between 6:30 and 10 on event nights. Tickets are $20 for youths, $28 for adults, and free for kids 2 and under. 2300 Steele St. in Denver. Call 720-337-1400 for more details. — John Wenzel
