A hot new club, a slew of indie rockers and comedian Dave Foley are all part of this weekend's social scape in the Mile High. Tighten your seatbelts, Denverites.
The UMS: Indie fans, call in sick, buy your passes, and spend the next four days in indie heaven, as 300-plus local and national artists descend upon 25 venues throughout South Broadway for the 11th annual Underground Music Showcase. July 21 - 24; $40/4-day wristbandSouth Broadway, locations vary
Chloe Grand Opening: Welcome LoDo's newest venue -- Chloe Discotheque -- in sleek, jet-setting fashion. Open bar, gourmet treats and free valet are just a few of the ways this newest Lotus Club member is celebrating her arrival.July 21 - 22 at 4pm; 1445 Market St.; 720-383-8447
Beer, Bikes & Big Wheels: There's no better excuse to bike around Denver than the Urban Assault Ride -- a crazy scavenger hunt involving random obstacle courses, followed by a colossal celebration hosted by New Belgium Brewing Co. Online registration ends Friday, and Saturday is the last day to sign up and pick up a packet in person; teams consist of two people. July 24 at 9am; $40 - $60/personSkyline Park, 16th & Arapahoe
David Foley: Split your side to the comedy of Dave Foley -- an original member of "The Kids in the Hall" and "NewsRadio" -- during a two-night stint at Larimer Square's Comedy Works. July 22 - 23; $25Comedy Works, 1226 15th St.; 303-595-3637
Bike-In Movie Night: If you’d rather not ride a crazy route, pedal instead from A to B, parking at this "bike-in" movie night held at Civic Center Park. This weekend's flick will be "The Social Network" -- bring your own nosh supply or pick up a snack from nearby food trucks. July 24 at 7:30pm; freeCivic Center Park, 14th & Bannock
Bandimere Speedway: If you're feeling the need for speed, live vicariously for three days through the drivers of the Mopar Mile-High NHRA Nationals at Bandimere. Part of the Full Throttle Drag Racing Series, drivers will participate in Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock and Pro Stock Motorcycle categories.July 22 - 23, Fri., noon - 9:30pm, Sat., 9am - 6:30pm, Sun., 8:30am - 4:30pm; $40 - $58/adults, $18 - $24/kids3051 S. Rooney Road, Morrison