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​Indie Bash and Indie Week​

Colfax Indie Bash at Pete's Satire Lounge, July 22, 6-9 PM. Join for music, food, art, and community! RSVP!

Join for the 4th Annual Indie Bash! Meet us at Pete's Satire Lounge, Wednesday, July 22, 6-9 p.m., as we celebrate and showcase our Colfax community!

Get there early for a live podcast recording with our friends at City Cast Denver with some special guests! 

Please RSVP here for this fun (and FREE) annual event! 

Want to volunteer? You’ll have time to enjoy the party before or after your shift. Email Denon at denon@colfaxave.com to sign up.
 

Colfax Avenue's Indie Week: July 26 - Aug 1, 2026, celebrating local independent businesses.

Indie Week is happening, July 26-Aug. 1, 2026, and it's all about celebrating the local and independent businesses that make Colfax so special.

Enjoy specials and promotions from local businesses that are good for the entire week, so grab some friends and choose your own adventure on Colfax.

Don’t miss the pop-ups and events that are happening throughout the district. Keep scrolling for more info on everything that’s happening throughout the week!

2026 Participating Businesses - coming soon!

Mention “Indie Week” to unlock these specials at local businesses Saturday, July 26, through Sunday, Aug. 1! Use the map to plan your adventure or keep scrolling for a list.

 2026 Curated Promotions

Colfax Ave Indie Bar Crawl 

Visit our dedicated Bar Crawl website to discover your favorite stops along Coflax Ave from Josephine Street to Grant Street. Check in at the bars by scanning the QR code near the register for a chance to win some Colfax Ave swag. *No purchase necessary.

This crawl lasts the entire week, hit your favorite spots from Saturday, July 26, through Sunday, Aug. 1! 

We'll see you there. Cheers!

Bar Crawl Details

Flash Tattoo Days - Get Inked on Colfax 

Get inked and show your love for local during Inked on Colfax, part of Indie Week!

Two of Colfax’s most iconic shops – Lemur Ink and Bound By Design – are celebrating the creative spirit of the avenue with flash tattoo specials. Each shop will feature custom flash designs created by their talented artists, available exclusively during Indie Week.
Flash Days: 

Walk in, pick your design, and leave with a permanent souvenir of Colfax culture. Whether it’s your first tattoo or your fiftieth, this is your chance to collect something unforgettable – and support the artists that help define the street’s creative edge.

Follow each shop on social for sneak peeks of flash sheets and artist lineups. No appointments necessary – just bring your Indie Week energy and let the ink fly!

Fax Pass Indie Week Passport Stroll 

Powered by The Fax Pass, the Indie Week Passport Stroll is an in-person check-in program that encourages visitors to walk the corridor and discover new businesses. Guests make purchases at participating locations to receive a sticker - the more sticker, the more prizes. The Passport Stroll creates a fun and interactive way to explore Colfax and enjoy all the participating businesses special offers. 

  • 303 boards – 10% Off in-store purchase
  • Bad Axe Throwing – Manager's Special on 1-hour Social Lanes: $27.75 *must sign a waiver
  • Bound By Design – 10% off any jewelry purchase
  • Bruz Off Fax – Buy a 4-pack to go and receive one free session beer. (one beer per order)
  • Buffalo Wings & Things – 10% off a 6-piece order of wings
  • Cap Hill Confidential – Cap Hill Combo, Beer & a Shot for $8 or 15% off your check
  • Carw Gwyn – $1 off mead on tap per Fax Pass visit
  • Champagne Tiger – 10% off your purchase when you spend $20 or more
  • Chivis Tacos – 10% off your purchase
  • Crazy Mountain Tap House – $5 pints of anything on draft
  • DNVR Bar – Get a free house shot
  • Good Bones Coffee – 15% off your drinks
  • Green Door Fitness – Do 10 push-ups and get a sticker
  • Herbs & Arts – 10% off House Blend Oils
  • John's Liquor – Receive a sticker with any purchase
  • Lifetime Tattoo – Certain tattoo designs available for $150. Full color or black and gray, arms and legs only
  • NOVEL Uptown – Join us for an event or tour and get your first drink from Corvus Coffee on us! Find our events listed on our website.
  • SAME Cafe – Choose from any menu item with your monetary donation
  • Satellite Bar – Get 10% off your purchase
  • Savageau Coffee & Ice Cream – Get 10% off your total purchase
  • Tight End Bar – Buy and beer, wine or cocktail to get your sticker
  • Velvet Banjo – Buy one draft, get one free, and receive $1 off wells
  • Voodoo Doughnut – Get $5 off Voodoo or Vegan dozens (in-store only)
  • X-Bar – Buy one well cocktail, wine, or draft, get one free
  • Yahya's Mediterranean Grill – 10% off your purchase

Visit thefaxpass.com for all the participating businesses. 

The Colfax Comeback Bag 

Shop local, carry Colfax, and get rewarded!

During Indie Week on Colfax (July 26 - Aug. 1), pick up your limited-edition Indie Week bags from the Savageau when you make a purchase and mention "Indie Week Comeback Bag." But the perks don't stop there—bring your bag back anytime and get 10% off your next purchase at participating shops!

It’s our way of saying thanks for supporting local, reducing waste, and making Colfax a little greener (and cooler) with every visit.

Participating Businesses: 

2026 Business Deals and Events

Balanced Root Apothecary 

Shop local, carry Colfax, and get rewarded!

During Indie Week on Colfax (July 26 - Aug. 1), pick up your limited-edition Indie Week bags from the Savageau when you make a purchase and mention "Indie Week Comeback Bag." But the perks don't stop there—bring your bag back anytime and get 10% off your next purchase at participating shops!

It’s our way of saying thanks for supporting local, reducing waste, and making Colfax a little greener (and cooler) with every visit.

Participating Businesses: 

Bound by Design 

Flash Tattoos available Saturday, Aug. 1
Walk in, pick your design, and leave with a permanent souvenir of Colfax culture. Whether it’s your first tattoo or your fiftieth, this is your chance to collect something unforgettable – and support the artists that help define the street’s creative edge.
Follow each shop on social for sneak peeks of flash sheets and artist lineups. No appointments necessary – just bring your Indie Week energy and let the ink fly!
 

Capitol Hill Books 

Shop local, carry Colfax, and get rewarded!

During Indie Week on Colfax (July 26 - Aug. 1), pick up your limited-edition Indie Week bags from the Savageau when you make a purchase and mention "Indie Week Comeback Bag." But the perks don't stop there—bring your bag back anytime and get 10% off your next purchase at participating shops!

It’s our way of saying thanks for supporting local, reducing waste, and making Colfax a little greener (and cooler) with every visit.

Participating Businesses: 

Corner Beet 

10 a.m. - 1 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 1, join The Roots Collective in celebrating Corner Beet's 12th birthday. 
Enjoy a morning of coffee, movement and meditation while celebrating one of Colfax's longtime community gathering places.

 

Learn more!

DNVR 
  • Sunday, July 26  - Watch party for the Denver Summit FC at 5 p.m.
  • Monday, July 27 - 15 Burger & Beer Nights
  • Tuesday July 28 - $5 Pretzels all night $3 Well Drinks all day/night!
  • Wednesday, July 29 - $8 BLT Night (flip cup 7pm to close) 
  • Thursday, July 30 - $5 off any beer tower or bucket! 
  • Friday, July 31 - closed for private event
Good Bones 

Shop local, carry Colfax, and get rewarded!

During Indie Week on Colfax (July 26 - Aug. 1), pick up your limited-edition Indie Week bags from the Savageau when you make a purchase and mention "Indie Week Comeback Bag." But the perks don't stop there—bring your bag back anytime and get 10% off your next purchase at participating shops!

It’s our way of saying thanks for supporting local, reducing waste, and making Colfax a little greener (and cooler) with every visit.

Participating Businesses: 

Good Chemistry 

$0.10 joint to guests who mention Indie Week between 7/26-8/1 (limit 1 per guest). 

Herbs and Arts 

Shop local, carry Colfax, and get rewarded!

During Indie Week on Colfax (July 26 - Aug. 1), pick up your limited-edition Indie Week bags from the Savageau when you make a purchase and mention "Indie Week Comeback Bag." But the perks don't stop there—bring your bag back anytime and get 10% off your next purchase at participating shops!

It’s our way of saying thanks for supporting local, reducing waste, and making Colfax a little greener (and cooler) with every visit.

Participating Businesses: 

Lemur Ink 

Flash Tatoos all week long - July 26-Aug.1!
Walk in, pick your design, and leave with a permanent souvenir of Colfax culture. Whether it’s your first tattoo or your fiftieth, this is your chance to collect something unforgettable – and support the artists that help define the street’s creative edge.
Follow each shop on social for sneak peeks of flash sheets and artist lineups. No appointments necessary – just bring your Indie Week energy and let the ink fly!

Ma's Kitchen and Bar 

Stop in and mentioned Indie Week for their food and drink special:
Wok the Fax - $22 

  • Pan Fried Pork Buns
  • Mezcal Pineapple Marg - w/ thai chili rim
Pampered Paws 

Shop local, carry Colfax, and get rewarded!

During Indie Week on Colfax (July 26 - Aug. 1), pick up your limited-edition Indie Week bags from the Savageau when you make a purchase and mention "Indie Week Comeback Bag." But the perks don't stop there—bring your bag back anytime and get 10% off your next purchase at participating shops!

It’s our way of saying thanks for supporting local, reducing waste, and making Colfax a little greener (and cooler) with every visit.

Participating Businesses: 

R&R Head Labs 

Free 4-oz. shampoo with a purchase of any haircut! Shampoo is from our custom Labb machine that personalizes and mixes your shampoo on-site based on your specific needs.

Savageau Coffee 

Shop local, carry Colfax, and get rewarded!

During Indie Week on Colfax (July 26 - Aug. 1), pick up your limited-edition Indie Week bags from the Savageau when you make a purchase and mention "Indie Week Comeback Bag." But the perks don't stop there—bring your bag back anytime and get 10% off your next purchase at participating shops!

It’s our way of saying thanks for supporting local, reducing waste, and making Colfax a little greener (and cooler) with every visit.

Participating Businesses: 

Voodoo Doughnuts 

Shop local, carry Colfax, and get rewarded!

During Indie Week on Colfax (July 26 - Aug. 1), pick up your limited-edition Indie Week bags from the Savageau when you make a purchase and mention "Indie Week Comeback Bag." But the perks don't stop there—bring your bag back anytime and get 10% off your next purchase at participating shops!

It’s our way of saying thanks for supporting local, reducing waste, and making Colfax a little greener (and cooler) with every visit.

Participating Businesses: 

Wyman's Mercantile 

Shop local, carry Colfax, and get rewarded!

During Indie Week on Colfax (July 26 - Aug. 1), pick up your limited-edition Indie Week bags from the Savageau when you make a purchase and mention "Indie Week Comeback Bag." But the perks don't stop there—bring your bag back anytime and get 10% off your next purchase at participating shops!

It’s our way of saying thanks for supporting local, reducing waste, and making Colfax a little greener (and cooler) with every visit.

Participating Businesses: 

X-Bar 

Monday - Saturday, 3-8 p.m. -- BOGO Happy Hour 
Friday, July 31, 10 p.m. - 2 a.m. -- The Pussy Factory presented by MEANGIRL

Saturday, Aug. 1, 9 p.m.-midnight -- Corona DJ Party