What’s Happening in Denver on April 20, 2025? Easter, Passover, and 420 Collide

It’s rare for the calendar to align like this—on April 20, 2025, Easter Sunday, the final evening of Passover, and Denver’s iconic 420 cannabis celebration all happen on the same day. It’s a powerful, complex, and diverse weekend of events across the city, in which sacred traditions, family gatherings, and festive revelry all share space. Whether you’re hunting of Easter eggs, attending at a Seder, or lighting up in Civic Center Park, there’s something for everyone happening across Denver this weekend.

Red Rocks is for the Easter Sunrise Service.
It is one of the most iconic services within the country. Gates will open at 4:45 AM, and then the service starts right before sunrise, including music and a message within an unforgettable setting.
Flatirons Community Church
They will be hosting many services at various campuses across Denver, which include both Saturday and Sunday options made for all ages.
BRAVE Church (Englewood and also Westminster)
Services scheduled at 7:00 AM, 9:00 AM, and 11:00 AM at both specific locations.
Fellowship Denver Church
South Broadway campus holds several services at 8:00 AM, 9:30 AM, and 11:00 AM. North Metro at 10:00 A.M.
Providence Bible Church
A diverse, friendly church providing Easter services in English and Spanish.

EDGE found within the Four Seasons.
Fancy brunch including carving stations, several spring salads, several pastries, and also an egg hunt.
Urban Farmer Denver
A brunch buffet with farm-to-table foods will feature eggs Benedict. It will also feature prime rib and seafood towers.
Tavernetta
Italian-style three-course brunch with select wine pairings—ideal for a calm Sunday celebration.
Ocean Prime (Larimer Square)
Refined menu featuring seafood, as well as classic brunch fare. From 11 AM until 3 PM.
Wonderyard Garden + Table
A garden patio feel and seasonal menu starts at 10 AM.
Four Mile Historic Park's Entire Egg Hunt & Festival
Great for families. More than 20,000 eggs, several hayrides, and various spring crafts in a historic setting.

April 20 marks the eighth and final day for Passover, and many Jewish communities will gather at closing Seders, family meals, and spiritual reflections.

Temple Emanuel
Community Seder of April 12, upon closing gatherings, plus services until the 20th.
JCC Denver
Earlier in the week, they hosted a “Taste of Passover” luncheon for seniors; Passover programming continues this weekend.
Chabad Denver North
Hosting of customary Seders that include Shmurah matzah and wine, along with four-course dinners.
B’nai Havurah
Their theme for this year of: “Leaving Our Narrow Places,” with a progressive take on the Seder experience.
Chabad NW Metro Denver
Seders are family-friendly and educational. They are ideal for young families and also for community members.

420 is virtually a holiday inside Denver, and 2025 is not at all different—with celebrations including major festivals and restful lounges along with pop-ups.

Civic Center Park's Mile High 420 Festival
The largest 420 party throughout Colorado featuring live performances, speakers, and Tommy Chong himself as a special guest.
Tetra Lounge as well as The Arch.
Hosting a complete weekend of engaging cannabis culture with various pop-ups, tastings, and DJs.
Cannabis Week in Denver (April 14–22).
Cannabis events spanned a full week, including panels, culinary delights, and tours.
Local Dispensary Pop-Ups
Anticipate celebrations and specials at many places like Native Roots, The Green Solution, and Simply Pure during the entire weekend.

Bluebird Music Festival (around April 18–20 in Boulder).
A gorgeous folk and indie lineup featuring artists such as Bruce Hornsby and The Tallest Man On Earth.
Denver Art Museum – Entire Kent Monkman Exhibition Opening
Indigenous artist Kent Monkman will debut his new collection on April 20.
City Parks and Rec have Easter Egg Hunts.
Several neighborhood-based hunts take place all throughout Denver on Saturday as well as Sunday.

April 20, 2025 is now shaping up in order to be one of the most dynamic days of the year for Denver—a Sunday for the spiritual, a festive finale to the Passover, and the high holiday for cannabis culture all rolled into one. Whether you're starting your day via sunrise worship at Red Rocks, attending a Seder with family as well as joining the crowd at Civic Center Park, Denver has a place for everyone to celebrate in their way. Be safe, be kind, and do enjoy this uniquely Colorado weekend.