Description
Music. People. Energy.
Inspired by Denver's vibrant music community, 16 LIVE brings together iconic Colorado DJs, artists, and dancers to celebrate and amplify Denver's creative culture. Each "Live" night is themed around a friendly DJ Battle.
This six-date series on Glenarm Plaza at 16th St. will feature high-energy DJ performances, community dance instruction, silent disco dance battles, and crowd-driven competitions - all under the "Quaking Gold" Skynet art installation.
This is your chance to get together, get downtown, and get moving. Don't miss it!
16 LIVE will kick off August 20th with Bars & Bops! Hip Hop and Pop DJs go head-to-head.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, August 20th (see additional dates and themes below)
Time: 5-9pm
5 PM: Amplified DJ set
6 PM: Dance activity with Bboy Factory
7 PM: Silent Disco DJ Battle!
Location: 16th & Glenarm, Downtown Denver
Tickets: 16 LIVE is free and open to the public. RSVP in advance to reserve a silent disco headset (while supplies last).
Lineup: DJs SugaBear and Erin Stereo go head to head! Plus, Denver-favorite N3PTUNE as your MC.
First 20 attendees next Thursday receive FREE, limited edition 16 LIVE merch! Pick up at the Get Loud tent.
Jason "SugaBear" Harris has spent more than 25 years as a driving force in radio, building a career on genuine passion, relentless work ethic, and an unwavering commitment to community. Since April 2022, he's been waking up Denver as co-host of "SugaBear & La Molly" on Rocky Mountain Public Media's 104.7 The DROP, bringing the energy and authenticity that have made him one of radio's most beloved personalities.
Erin Stereo is a Denver DJ, best known for expertly curated, highly energetic sets. She's performed everywhere from National festivals to local dives, supported titans of the DJ world as well as rappers and pop stars. She's had her mixes prominently featured on Sirius XM and Apple music and maintains a monthly radio show on Colorado's own, KGNU.
N3PTUNE knows a thing or two about the blues. Hailing from Denver, CO, the multi-hyphenate cut his teeth singing in the Baptist Church while growing up in a broken home. No stranger to struggle, N3PTUNE dug his way out of the dirt, channeling his tribulations into his genre-busting artistry. Radically merging his gritty gospel-tinged vocals with rockstar showmanship and the theatrical pop demeanor of mid-aught icons, N3ptune has managed to create an enigmatic musical experience unlike any other. With his live show receiving iconoclastic comparisons to the likes of Led Zeppelin and Beyoncé (no exaggeration), N3ptune is truly an orbit of his own.
With the release of his first mixtape, RENAISSANCE and the success of singles like “Black Horse” and “White Pony” N3ptune quickly ascended from the local DIY scene to performing on some of Denver’s biggest stages, becoming an unlikely disruptor in the blues and rock genre in the process. To date, N3ptune has shared stages with acts like Slayyyter, Wyclef Jean, Qveen Herby, Cordae, Sleigh Bells, and others, and his momentum has led to performances as major festivals like Electric Forest, Capitol Hill Block Party and Outside Days and more.
Dates & Themes
August 20 - Bars & Bops: Hip Hop and Pop DJs go head-to-head.
August 27 - Mile High Hits: Denver Broncos and Nuggets DJs, Squizzy Taylor and PAWS the Music, DJ Battle on 16th Street!
September 3 - Boombox vs. Bluetooth: Millennial Hits vs. Gen Z Bangers.
September 17 - Spikes & Sparkles: Punk meets Pink Pony Club in the (16th Street) Pit.
October 1 - Cowboys vs. Aliens: Boots and Bass Collide in a Country vs. EDM DJ Battle.
October 15 - ¡Dale, Disco! A Reggaeton & Disco Dance Party.
16 LIVE is presented by Youth on Record's Get Loud Presents, Downtown Denver Partnership, and Denver Arts & Venues.
About Get Loud Presents
Get Loud Presents is Youth on Record's live events training program, preparing young creatives for careers across event production, venue operations, hospitality, artist relations, and the broader entertainment industry. Learn more about Youth on Record at youthonrecord.org.
About Downtown Denver Partnership
The Downtown Denver Partnership is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building an economically vibrant, inclusive, and resilient center city through leadership, advocacy, and activation initiatives that enhance Downtown Denver's vitality and appeal.
About Denver Arts & Venues
Denver Arts & Venues’ mission is to enrich Denver’s quality of life and economic vitality through the advancement of arts, culture and entertainment opportunities for all. Denver Arts & Venues operates Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Denver Performing Arts Complex, Colorado Convention Center, Denver Coliseum, Theatre at Loretto Heights and McNichols Civic Center Building, using proceeds from events at these venues to run and maintain these facilities and to provide access to art for all through free and low-cost community events, grants for artists and arts organizations, public art and art education. Using Good Times, For Good. For more information, visit www.ArtsandVenues.com
Please note: Photo and video recordings will be taken at 16 LIVE events, for the purpose of marketing and storytelling related to the event. By entering the event premises, you agree to allow the 16 LIVE presenting partners to use your image, likeness, and recordings in perpetuity.
FAQs
- When are all of the 16 LIVE dates and what are the themes?
16 LIVE will take place on the following dates in 2026:
August 20 - Bars & Bops: Hip Hop and Pop DJs go head-to-head.
August 27 - Mile High Hits: Denver Broncos and Nuggets DJs, Squizzy Taylor and PAWS the Music, DJ Battle on 16th Street!
September 3 - Boombox vs. Bluetooth: Millennial Hits vs. Gen Z Bangers.
September 17 - Spikes & Sparkles: Punk meets Pink Pony Club in the (16th Street) Pit.
October 1 - Cowboys vs. Aliens: Boots and Bass Collide in a Country vs. EDM DJ Battle.
October 15 - ¡Dale, Disco! A Reggaeton & Disco Dance Party.
- What time is 16 LIVE?
16 LIVE will take place from 5-9pm.
5 PM: Amplified DJs and MC, hyping the silent disco "Battle" ahead
6 PM: Dance demonstration and group dance activity
7-9 PM: Silent Disco DJ Battle!
- What are the transportation and parking options for 16 LIVE?
16 LIVE takes place in Glenarm Plaza, near the intersection of 16th Street and Glenarm.
Street parking and garage parking is available in the area. The City and County of Denver has partnered with SpotHero to launch “Mayor’s Park $5,” a first of its kind initiative that will make thousands of parking spots available in Downtown Denver for $5. The summer pilot program lasts through the end of September. Learn more here.
Attendees are encouraged to use public transportation, including 16th Street FreeRide.
- How do I reserve a silent disco headset?
Headsets will be reserved for guests who RSVP in advance. Silent disco headsets will be provided to walk up attendees while supplies last
- Will there be food and/or bars?
We encourage guests to visit the many restaurants and bars on 16th Street for food and beverage.
Glenarm Plaza is a city-designated consumption area, allowing guests to purchase alcoholic beverages from participating restaurants and enjoy them in the outdoor plaza.
Rules:
Must be 21+ to consume alcoholic beverages
Alcoholic beverages must remain within the designated Glenarm Plaza area
City-established consumption area is permitted by the City & County of Denver’s Department of Excise & Licenses and supported by Denver Pavilions and Downtown Denver Partnership
Please drink responsibly and follow all posted guidelines while enjoying Glenarm Plaza.
- Is this event appropriate for children?
Yes. 16 LIVE is an all ages event. Bring your family, your friends, your neighbors - everyone is welcome.
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