Join the Culture Club at Alto Gallery to explore Blue Giant, a captivating solo exhibition by Johnny Draco.

Draco explores a moment of expansion when growth becomes unavoidable and the work begins to push beyond its own boundaries. In this body of work, Draco moves from abstraction into silhouette and defined figures, building a visual language rooted in Black identity and the African diaspora.

Join Culture Club as we dive into Western Cowboy: Reloaded, a compelling exhibition that reexamines one of the most enduring figures in American culture. Featuring six Colorado-based photographers, the exhibition looks beyond the myth of the lone cowboy to uncover the layered histories and communities that shape the American West.

Join us at the historic Art Students League of Denver (ASLD) for a compelling look into the work of 2026 artist-in-residence Juan Carlos Escobedo. Since 1987, ASLD has operated under the belief that art is for everyone, fostering artistic self-expression and community conversation from its landmark West Wash Park home.

In his new solo exhibition, Curas: Males del Corazón, Escobedo builds on his previous explorations of classism, racism, and colorism to observe the broader phenomena surrounding racialized landscapes.

The Biennial Culture Club invites you to an exclusive, private screening of A Tale of Two Hearts, a short documentary exploring the profound intersection of creative expression, medicine, and human connection.

Supported through the El Pomar Foundation, join Culture Club for a full-day journey through the Pikes Peak region, exploring a dynamic mix of public art, creative spaces, and artist studios. From immersive installations, to behind-the-scenes visits with working artists and local makers, the day offers a deeper look into the region’s vibrant creative ecosystem.

Transportation, food and fun is all provided!

Join us for our next Culture Club excursion as we step into Rainy Days Gallery, a dynamic contemporary art gallery and creative space nestled in the heart of Denver’s RiNo Art District.

Built around the evocative question, “What do we do on our rainy days?” this space serves as a vibrant sanctuary for art, conversation, movement, and community.

The Biennial of the Americas is partnering with MATTER, Sundance Film Festival, and MCA Denver for a special screening of BLKNWS: Terms & Conditions at the MCA Holiday Theater.

Adapted from Kahlil Joseph’s renowned video installation, BLKNWS: Terms & Conditions is a cinematic work that mirrors the sonic textures of an album—interweaving fiction and history through cultural figures, artists, and digital voices in a vision of Black consciousness.

The evening includes a social hour, bookstore pop-up, and a post-film conversation

Join us for an insightful conversation with treasured Colorado filmmaker Stacey Steers. Centered on her latest award-winning animated work, The Stars Watch From Long Ago, this expansive exhibition features mesmerizing video objects, hand-colored collage stills, and filmic prints.

Let’s celebrate our adventures, the artists we’ve met, and the road ahead for our 2026 Culture Trips!

• Meet Artist Verónica Riedel: We are thrilled to welcome Verónica from our trip to Guatemala! A filmmaker and multimedia artist that challenges how we think about ecosystems and our collective responsibility to the earth.

• Reconnect & Relive: Catch up with your favorite travel companions and grab copies of the travel guides from our past excursions.

• The 2026 Itinerary: Be the first to get the highlights for our upcoming trips! We’re heading to Canada for the Toronto Biennial of Art, plus two regional excursions to Pikes Peak and Aspen.

Reunion Bakery is officially open in Platt Park, and we’re gathering to celebrate this major milestone. Founder Ismael De Sousa has transformed a shell of a space into a full-scale bakery that feels more like a restaurant, doubling the size of their original RiNo stall.

Lace up your walking shoes (only for a mile) and bring your appetite—we’re taking over East Colfax for a curated journey through the flavors, sounds, stores, and spirits of the Americas.

Colfax is a living multiverse of local businesses with deep cultural roots that anchor Denver’s heartbeat. We aren’t just passing through; we’re diving into the stories, shops, and snacks that make this stretch of the city iconic. Join us to experience the people and community that truly define the neighborhood.

Join us for a CultureHop featuring Being Grayson, a powerful photography project by Julia Vandenoever that explores the intersection of neurodiversity and parenting. It’s an intimate look at the "multiverse of complexities" within families, led by an artist whose work was recently acquired by Smith College.

Join Culture Club and SeriesFest for the World Premiere of RAUL SEIXAS: EU SOU (Raul Seixas: Let Me Sing). Following the screening of Episode 1, we’ll dive into an exclusive Q&A with producer Gustavo Gontijo!!

Join Culture Club for a CulturePop Happy Hour at one of our favorite local design studios: DoubleButter.

Whether you’re here for the craftsmanship or the conversation, come experience these handmade goods and connect with our creative community.

A high-energy evening of ideas, drinks, and honest conversation about reimagining an arts-centered downtown core. Join the Biennial of the Americas and Human Resources on the 30th floor for a collaborative SWOT session around creating the future of Denver and its spaces.

Join Culture Club for a special visit with Japanese-born ceramic artist Kazu Oba, whose work blends traditional Karatsu ware with a modern, thoughtful approach to form and function. Often created in collaboration with chefs, his ceramics are meant to be experienced through food, gathering, and shared moments. Come explore his process and the quiet beauty behind his work.

From glowing forests to radiant reefs, to a towering 20-foot moose, Join Culture Club and the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance for a magical, family-friendly evening at their limited-time Glowing Wild experience.

Enjoy light bites, drinks, and special access as you wander through a luminous world of 60 immersive scenes and 175 larger-than-life lanterns, each handcrafted by Chinese artisans and inspired by wildlife and conservation across the globe.

Join us for a special Saturday CulturePop and closing celebration of Fragile Thought, an exhibition by artist Marcos Acosta. Through paintings and works on paper inspired by Colorado and the Southwest, Acosta explores the shifting boundary between the natural world and the inner landscape of the mind.

Gather with us for an evening of conversation, community, and a final chance to experience these evocative works.

Join Culture Club for a visit to Repetition & Ritual, a group exhibition presented by the Colorado South Asian Artists Group (C-SAAG). Featuring works ranging from traditional folk art and meditative mandalas to photography, sculpture, and contemporary interpretations of pattern and rhythm, the exhibition explores how repetition can become a quiet ritual within artistic practice.

Join Culture Club for a behind-the-scenes visit to NKollectiv Gallery and EASEL Studios, coinciding with Apis Opus, a national juried exhibition exploring beeswax-based media including encaustic and cold wax. Alongside the exhibition, guests will experience additional gallery spaces featuring member artists and CATHARSIS, a group show reflecting on current world events.

During the visit, artists will be on site to share their work, with special insight and live demonstrations highlighting the unique qualities of wax-based media. Coffee, conversation, and an intimate look into working studios will round out the morning.

Location:
3485 South Broadway (upstairs from Mutiny Comics and Coffee and Fellow Traveler restaurant— look for the rainbow stairs)

Please note: stairs required for entry

Parking: Free street and nearby lot parking available.

An Evening of Culture, Music and Connection

Our April Culture Club gathering is a special collaboration with the Colorado Symphony, highlighting two incredible women and the voice of Venezuelan pianist Gabriela Montero within the world of classical music.

Join Culture Club for a behind-the-scenes visit to The Exchange, a newly restored landmark in Denver’s historic Livestock Exchange Building at the National Western Center.

Originally built in 1898, the building once served as the heart of the region’s livestock trade and is now being reimagined as a hub for innovation and community.

Join Culture Club for a morning at Walker Fine Art exploring Weightless Radiance, a group exhibition featuring six artists whose work reflects the quiet interplay between light and material. Through layered landscapes, tonal paintings, golden silk, and delicate clay installations, the exhibition offers a meditation on balance, fragility, and the subtle beauty of the natural world.

Created in partnership with Chef Aniedra, Table 6 is proud to present the Community Culinary Series, an evening where community, cuisine, and culture come together in support of a shared mission.

The Biennial of the Americas is honored to have been selected as the featured nonprofit for March 25, when 20% of all food sales will be donated directly, supporting programming that connects people, ideas, and cultures across Colorado and throughout the Americas. 

This special Sunday Culture Pop takes us to Rebel Bread Denver, where good bread and great people take center stage. Learn about the craft and artistry behind the delicious baked goods that nourish both body and community.

Join Culture Club for a special curated visit to Westwood Paletero Stories at Denver International Airport. This powerful collaboration between artist Juls Mendoza, and six Coloado-based artists honors the lives and labor of Westwood’s paleteros. RSVP is required.

Explore your story through Adinkra symbols in this hands-on self‑portrait workshop. Led by artist SA Bennett, in collaboration with Pulse Art Gallery, you’ll learn how West African visual symbols can reflect your own lived experiences across the Americas.

In this session, you’ll sketch, stamp, and experiment with materials to create a personal artwork you can take home; while making space for conversation, reflection, and cultural exchange.