Your Guide to May 2026 in Denver

It’s May! Here in Denver, that means flowers are blooming, birds are chirping, and the Rockies are losing – but they have not yet been mathematically eliminated from playoff contention yet. But what about all the good stuff going on outside Coors Field? Keep It Local newsletter writer Michelle Polizzi joins producers Paul Karolyi and Olivia Jewell Love to share our recommendations for how to make the most of May in Denver this year – from the spot serving up a new lemon-y iced matcha to a fast-food spot embracing nostalgia in a whole new way.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Denver community. Subscribe now to get our new Keep It Local newsletter every Thursday afternoon in your inbox! Paul talked about John Brisben Walker’s wikipedia page and the hike up to his castle ruins. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm What small business would you take your mom to this Mother’s Day? We want to hear from you! Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 If you enjoyed this interview with RIAH and Andy Cambron, the CEO of Multipass, Learn more here. Learn more about their event below: Hip Hop On The Hill Learn more about the sponsors of this April 30th episode: The Delores Project Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise