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Free 420 concert, kite festival and more happening in Denver this weekend

By Maddie Rhodes,

13 days ago

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DENVER ( KDVR ) — The weather this weekend won’t feel like summer.

Rain mixes with snow overnight on Friday with a chance of showers on Saturday morning. Temperatures will be in the low 30s to start, then the weather will heat up — but not by much. Highs stay in the 50s on Saturday.

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By Sunday, the weather should be back to sunshine and 70 degrees.

Even though it’s going to be chillier than last weekend, Denver is still hosting events throughout the weekend.

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Day of service

This weekend marks 25 years since the Columbine shooting, which has left lasting impacts on the people of Colorado. On Saturday, Columbine High School is joining a day of service . This idea is extended throughout the country, where anyone can participate in an act of service in their community.

Find a market

While most farmers markets aren’t open just yet, a few pop-up markets will be in Denver this weekend. Hangin’ N Slangin’ Thrift Markets comes to the River North Art District every third Sunday of the month. There is also a Makers Market in Littleton on Saturday.

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Sports games

There are sports games throughout the weekend, including two local teams in the playoffs.

The Colorado Rockies are playing the Seattle Mariners all weekend at Coors Field. Meanwhile, the Colorado Rapids are playing FC Dallas on Saturday at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park.

The Colorado Avalanche and the Denver Nuggets just entered their first round of playoffs. You can watch the Nuggets take on the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday as well.

Free concert at Civic Center Park

The Mile High 420 Festival is a 21-and-over event that celebrates the legalization of marijuana and the “cannabis culture” in Colorado. The festival will be held at Civic Center Park starting at 1 p.m. on Saturday and go into the night. It’s a free concert that will host rappers like Gucci Mane, Afroman and more.

Mile High 420 Festival: What to know and what to bring

Kite festival

As part of Barr Lake State Park’s Earth Day activities , there’s a kite festival on Saturday along with free kites and lessons for kids. You can also sign up for Earth Day projects around the park.

420 on the Rocks

Wiz Khalifa and Flatbush Zombies are performing at Red Rocks on Saturday. You’ll also get a chance to see Earthgang, Chevy Woods and DJ Bonics. Resale tickets are available starting at $170 on some sites.

With the changing weather this weekend, check the events beforehand to make sure they’re still happening.

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