Fun Things to Do in Denver, March 17 to March 23

Glowing Wild

Go on an African safari, a deep-sea dive, and a polar expedition all in one night—without ever leaving the Mile High City. This after-dark installation at the Denver Zoo is made up of 175 handcrafted lanterns to create 60 nature scenes sprinkled throughout the 80-acre property. Make sure to check out the interactive games, watch the live entertainment, and snap a whole camera roll full of photos before you leave. Nightly from now through April 5, 6:30–10 p.m.; tickets start at $16

Denver March Pow Wow

This annual tradition, which is one of the largest Native American powwows in the country, is celebrating its 50th installment this year—so expect more joyous revelry than ever. Watch as more than 1,600 dancers from 38 states and three Canadian provinces kick off this year’s competitive tribal-dancing circuit. In addition to tons of traditional dances (uninitiated spectators should read up on the styles here), there will be storytelling sessions from award-winning orators, concessions such as fry bread, and arts and crafts. March 20–22; times vary; $3–$7 per day, $9–$20 for a three-day pass

Little Women

Calling all Beths, Amys, Jos, and Megs (and Lauries! And Marmees!): Denverites will have a chance to see Louisa May Alcott’s timeless story on the stage starting this week. Phamaly Theatre Company, which employs performers with disabilities, is staging the classic tale of the four March sisters. All performances include access services such as American Sign Language interpretation, assisted listening devices, and low-sensory quiet spaces. March 19–April 4; times vary; starting at $15

Colorado Dragon Boat Film Festival

The beloved Colorado Dragon Boat Festival is still five months away, but get in the spirit early this year at the companion film festival, which celebrates Asian and Asian Pacific American stories. This year’s screenings will take you to post-war Vietnam in 1985, the top of Mount Everest, and inside the Taiwan tech industry. Don’t miss the post-film discussions and the marketplace stocked with AANHPI vendors’ wares. March 20–22; times vary; passes $75–$85

Cat Fest Colorado

If you frequently have cat hair on your garments, keep a laser pointer on you at all times, and (proudly) call yourself a crazy cat person, this feline festival is the place to be this weekend. As you attempt to resist taking home a new pal (there will be adoptable kittens on-site), peruse the cat-themed vendors, participate in kitten yoga, compete in a costume contest, and make feline-friendly crafts for your BFF back home. March 21; 11 a.m.–5 p.m.; $20–$40

Spring Art Walk

Now that you’ve spring-cleaned your home (or it’s on your to-do list), your first stop should be this locavore art market. Restock your refreshed bathroom with Anchor Creations’ handmade soaps, replace that chipped coffee mug with a vessel from Petra’s Pottery, and light a Summit to Sea candle in your sparkling clean living room. March 21; 5–8 p.m.; free