Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Denver International Airport, CO

NORTH DENVER. Country music fan? You've got to visit Grizzly Rose. In fact, it's won the Country Music Association's...

NORTH DENVER. Country music fan? You've got to visit Grizzly Rose. In fact, it's won the Country Music Association's "Best Country Music Club" award. Old-time favorites like Willie Nelson and more recent names like LeAnn Rimes appear on the roster of previous performers. Pool tables, a mechanical bull, and a video game room round out the entertainment options. Country-western duds are the way to go! Call ahead to find out when they offer free dance lessons. Live music six nights a week, and Sundays are family friendly.

Hours: Tue-Fri 11am-2am; Sat-Sun 6pm-2am

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GOLDEN TRIANGLE. Local beatnik legend Neal Cassady and his good friends Jack Kerouac and Allen Ginsberg once called...

GOLDEN TRIANGLE. Local beatnik legend Neal Cassady and his good friends Jack Kerouac and Allen Ginsberg once called Charlie Brown's a favorite watering hole. During the week, enjoy the casual atmosphere with young residents from the Capitol Hill neighborhood. For a real treat, experience a experience a sing-along in the piano bar Tuesday through Saturday nights.

Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-2am; Sat-Sun 9am-2am

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DOWNTOWN. An elegant hideaway, this quiet, refined retreat provides a subdued place in which to indulge in a drink and a...

DOWNTOWN. An elegant hideaway, this quiet, refined retreat provides a subdued place in which to indulge in a drink and a smoke. The liquor list is comprised of single malt scotches, blended scotches, wines, ports, brandies, and cognacs. The extensive humidor guarantees a stogie to suit even the most discriminating smoker. Dimly lit, the interior enjoys a library-like feel with bookshelves and red leather armchairs.

Hours: Daily 11am-11pm

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LODO. El Chapultepec has been hosting jazz and blues notables since 1951, including the likes of Frank Sinatra and Tony...

LODO. El Chapultepec has been hosting jazz and blues notables since 1951, including the likes of Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett. The place is small and usually crowded, but it's known throughout Denver as the city's best venue for live blues and jazz. A limited menu of drinks and Mexican food is offered, and you'll want to try the burritos, which are almost as legendary as the performers. Live music every single night, and never a cover charge! Two-drink minimum per set.

Hours: Daily 11am-2am

Payment Methods: Cash Only

LODO. Fun-loving folks crowd this lively bar, which has great views of Coors Field and of the surrounding mountains...

LODO. Fun-loving folks crowd this lively bar, which has great views of Coors Field and of the surrounding mountains right from its very own rooftop patio. Always eager for a good time, regulars come for dancing and live music on weekends, as well as for a variety of special events. Beverage options include requisite microbrews, along with standard domestics and a good selection of cocktails and shooters. During the day, bring the family for burgers.

Hours: Daily 11am-2am

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express

DOWNTOWN. On game days, the air at Sports Column is absolutely electric. You'll find the place packed with dedicated...

DOWNTOWN. On game days, the air at Sports Column is absolutely electric. You'll find the place packed with dedicated sports fans, whose eyes stay glued to the many TV screens, willing their teams to victory. The menu offers traditional bar eats, including burgers, fried appetizers, and salads. Be sure to don your favorite team's colors, and you'll fit right into the lively scene and the sports memorabilia. The official Colorado Rockies bar, Sports Column was also named by Sports Illustrated as one of the top 25 sports bars in the US.

Hours: Daily 11am-2am

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LODO. The name says it all! Visitors to this good-natured venue are invited to join dueling piano players and belt out...

LODO. The name says it all! Visitors to this good-natured venue are invited to join dueling piano players and belt out their favorite melodies. As many as four pianists tickle the ivories at one time, all pounding out rock and roll tunes, both classic and contemporary. In addition to rollicking entertainment, you'll find American-style eats, microbrews, and cocktails.

Hours: Wed-Thu 7pm-2am; Fri 5pm-2am; Sat 6pm-2am

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COMMONS PARK. Denver's oldest continually operational bar may have changed names a few times over the years, but...

COMMONS PARK. Denver's oldest continually operational bar may have changed names a few times over the years, but it­s still a favored haunt. In the late 1940s, the bar (then known as Paul's Cafe) was a regular haunt for Neal Cassady and Jack Kerouac. Today, it's the ideal spot to scarf down a jalapeno cheeseburger, drink a few cold ones, and imagine life during the crazy Beat years.

Hours: Mon-Sat 11am-2am

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EVERGREEN. Both well-known artists and little-known local dynamos play at The Little Bear, drawing plenty of regulars....

EVERGREEN. Both well-known artists and little-known local dynamos play at The Little Bear, drawing plenty of regulars. You never know who will be playing ­ it could be anyone from blues great John Lee Hooker to a Beatles cover band or a young alt-rock upstart. Perhaps best described as a rustic Western saloon and restaurant, The Little Bear also offers satisfying pub fare, including burgers, sandwiches, salads, and delicious appetizers. Weekday happy hours are the perfect time to kick back and take advantage of drink specials.

Hours: Mon 11am-6pm; Tue-Thu 11am-11pm; Fri-Sat 11am-2am; Sun 11am-Midnight

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EVERGREEN. There are few better places to hear live music west of Denver than Cactus Jack's year-round, creekside heated...

EVERGREEN. There are few better places to hear live music west of Denver than Cactus Jack's year-round, creekside heated deck. Local and regional bluegrass, jam, and cover bands take the stage on the weekends, much to regulars' delight. When the snow starts falling, the party moves inside to a warm, wood-paneled space strung with Christmas lights and exuding a welcoming feel. You'll find eight beers on tap; a menu brimming with tasty appetizers, burgers, and sandwiches; and pool tables and video games to while away the evening.

Hours: Daily 11am-2am

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club