Upcoming Events
Volunteer Info Session & Orientation
Interested in getting involved in the Colorado People’s Center? Come learn more about the project, talk to organizers, and find out how you can best get involved!
Fundamentals of Organizing Course
Class Dates: Nov. 10, 12, 17 & 19, 6pm
Join a cohort with the Colorado People’s Center of the O4P Power Up course. The free course will cover:
Mobilizing vs. organizing
Leader identification
The importance of word choice
Structured organizing conversations
How to develop a plan to win
Structure tests
Register: bit.ly/o4pdenver
Recommended for labor and community organizers.
At the Kitchen Table: Colorado’s Debt Crisis & What We’re Doing About It
Colorado families are facing a debt and affordability crisis—and we need real solutions that protect borrowers, not predatory lenders.
Join us at Colorado People’s Center with our community partners for At the Kitchen Table: Colorado’s Debt Crisis & What We’re Doing About It—a conversation about the real impacts of debt, the borrower protections Colorado needs, and how we can build a more affordable future together.
Renter Clinic (monthly)
Every month, we host a free workshop for renters seeking to apply for Colorado Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA) or for emergency utility assistance through Energy Outreach Colorado (EOC). Join us for the next one on Tuesday, October 13th, 6-8PM.
People's State of the Union
Join us for the next People’s State of the Union, Monday, October 5 from 6-8PM!
Every first Monday of the month we open a space for people to come together to discuss and understand our own world.
Children are welcome, childcare is available, and—as always—we’ll have free pupusas!
Upcoming Changes to Medicaid: Info Session
October 1, 2026 will mark some changes to Medicaid, including updates to immigrant eligibility and work requirements.
During the session, Colorado Access will provide an overview of the upcoming changes, answer questions, and help community members understand what changes they need to make.
The People's Market
Join us for a fundraiser for the Colorado People’s Center!
The event will host local artists and vendors selling clothing, food, music, tattoos, and more. A portion of vendor sales will be donated to the People’s Center.
$10 entry - purchase tickets here.
Two free tickets provided for sustainer donors! If you are a sustainer, claim your free tickets here.
Center for Community Weath: Workers Co-op Satellite Conference
Join us for a satellite gathering of the US Federation of Worker Co-ops 2026 Conference, hosted by the Center for Community Wealth.
Curious about co-op models of ownership? Want to supplement your co-op knowledge? We'll have sessions tailored for those just starting on their co-op journey as well as those further along, a Co-op Resource Fair to highlight the great organizations and people in our ecosystem, and plenty of opportunities to connect.
Volunteer Day
Come help out at the Colorado People’s Center on Sunday, Sept 20 from 2:30-5:30pm! We’ll be flyering the surrounding neighborhoods to promote our upcoming events, and hanging around afterwards to get to know each other.
Meet at the Colorado People’s Center: 730 21st St, Denver, CO 80205
Stronger Together Resource Fair
In collaboration with the Community Economic Defense Project, we are excited to host the Stronger Together Resource Fair on Saturday, September 12. This is an opportunity for community members to get connected with a wide range of resources from workforce development, job training, food distribution, adult education, legal aid, housing support, birth control + more.
People's State of the Union (monthly)
The People’s State of the Union is free and happens on the first Monday of every month. Join us for the next one on September 7th!
Making sense of the news cycle alone can be isolating and demoralizing. But when we come together to understand what is happening in our world, why, and what we can do about it, we open possibilities to change it.
The event will include several speakers, and group discussion. Childcare is available, as well as free food.
Volunteer Day: Ceramics + Library Book Cataloging!
Come help out at the Colorado People’s Center on Saturday, August 29 from 1-4pm! We’ll be doing a major library cataloging and shelving day, as well as a ceramics session to restock our COPC store! Join whichever you’d like to jump in on!
Puerto Rican Hook Bracelet Workshop
Create your own Puerto Rican Hook Bracelet! Hosted by member organization Flamboyán Theater.
All materials provided, no experience needed. $20.
Volunteer Day (Canvassing Survey Session)
We need more hands to survey our neighbors!
The Colorado People’s Center is door-knocking with a survey to learn more about the needs of our neighbors. This survey will help to steer our programming priorities.
Help us cover more ground and join one or more sessions! No prior experience needed. Meet at the Colorado People’s Center.
Volunteer Day (Canvassing Survey Session)
We need more hands to survey our neighbors!
The Colorado People’s Center is door-knocking with a survey to learn more about the needs of our neighbors. This survey will help to steer our programming priorities.
Help us cover more ground and join one or more sessions! No prior experience needed. Meet at the Colorado People’s Center.
Volunteer Day (Canvassing Survey Session)
We need more hands to survey our neighbors!
The Colorado People’s Center is door-knocking with a survey to learn more about the needs of our neighbors. This survey will help to steer our programming priorities.
Help us cover more ground and join one or more sessions! No prior experience needed. Meet at the Colorado People’s Center.
Renter Clinic (monthly)
**Additional dates & time slots added!
MON. AUG 10, 10AM-2PM with Community Economic Defense Project
MON. AUG 10, 6-8PM with Colorado People’s Center volunteers
TUES. AUG 11, 10AM-2PM with Community Economic Defense Project
Every month, we host a free workshop for renters seeking to apply for Colorado Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA) or for emergency utility assistance through Energy Outreach Colorado (EOC). This month Community Economic Defense Project will be offering CERA pre-application support at the People’s Center!
Volunteer Day (Canvassing Survey Session)
We need more hands to survey our neighbors!
The Colorado People’s Center is door-knocking with a survey to learn more about the needs of our neighbors. This survey will help to steer our programming priorities.
Help us cover more ground and join one or more sessions! No prior experience needed. Meet at the Colorado People’s Center.
Call for Vendors: People’s Market Fundraiser
Calling for food, clothing, art vendors, tattoo artists!
Vend your goods and donate a portion of proceeds to the Colorado People’s Center.
Register: bit.ly/pplsvendor • Applications close 8/21
People's State of the Union (monthly)
The People’s State of the Union is free and happens on the first Monday of every month. Join us for the next one on August 3rd!
About PSOTU: Making sense of the news cycle alone can be isolating and demoralizing. But when we come together to understand what is happening in our world, why, and what we can do about it, we open possibilities to change it.
The event will include several speakers, and group discussion. Childcare is available, as well as free food.
Volunteer Day
Join us for neighborhood canvassing to survey the needs of our neighbors to inform our programming priorities.
We’ll have a short orientation then head out in teams! No prior experience needed.
Flamboyan Theater: BIPOC Writer's Meetup
Join our member organization Flamboyán Theater on July 21 for a BIPOC writer’s meetup!
Build community, share your work, receive professional development whether you’re in publishing, theater, or film.
Snacks and drinks provided
Every third Tuesday of the month at the Colorado People’s Center, at 6:30PM
World Cup Final: Watch Party
⚽️ FREE WATCH PARTY FOR THE WORLD CUP FINAL ⚽️
If you’re looking for a spot to watch the final join us THIS SUNDAY at 1PM at the Colorado People’s Center for a FREE watch party.
Free Zumba Class
Every Wednesday, 6-7PM
Join us for free weekly Zumba classes with instructor Nancy Palacios! Nancy was born raised in Swansea neighborhood and is an Aztec dancer with Grupo Tlaloc in Denver. Classes will be held every Wednesday and new attendees are welcome any time.
Renter Clinic (monthly)
Every month, we host a free workshop for renters seeking to apply for Colorado Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA) or for emergency utility assistance through Energy Outreach Colorado (EOC). Join us for the next one on Monday, July 13th, 6-8PM.
Free Zumba Class
Every Wednesday, 6-7PM
Join us for free weekly Zumba classes with instructor Nancy Palacios! Nancy was born raised in Swansea neighborhood and is an Aztec dancer with Grupo Tlaloc in Denver. Classes will be held every Wednesday and new attendees are welcome any time.
People's State of the Union (monthly)
Each month we hold a People’s State of the Union for community members to come together to learn and talk about what’s going on in our city and our world. We hear from presenters on several key updates and we discuss together.
Making sense of the news cycle alone can be isolating and demoralizing. But when we come together to understand what is happening in our world, why, and what we can do about it, we open possibilities to change it.
The People’s State of the Union is free and happens on the first Monday of every month. Join us for the next one on July 6th!
The event is totally free. Childcare is also availavle.
World Cup Watch Party: Mexico vs England
Mexico is having a HISTORIC world cup run, if you’re looking for a spot to watch their next match join us THIS SUNDAY at 6PM at the Colorado People’s Center for a FREE watch party.
Our Copa and Colorado People’s Center are partnering to bring every Mexico match to you for free alongside free food, drinks, and giveaways! Register for the event here.
Free Zumba Class
Every Wednesday, 6-7PM
Join us for free weekly Zumba classes with instructor Nancy Palacios! Nancy was born raised in Swansea neighborhood and is an Aztec dancer with Grupo Tlaloc in Denver. Classes will be held every Wednesday and new attendees are welcome any time.
World Cup Watch Party: Mexico vs. Ecuador
Join the Colorado People’s Center and Our Copa for a FREE watch party of Mexico vs. Ecuador!
Doors open at 6:30PM, with kick-off at 7PM. Arrive early for FREE FOOD and to secure a prime viewing spot!
REGISTER HERE: https://secure.ngpvan.com/Jt9Q8ArOOUmbBACL5Ciysg2
Our Copa is creating spaces across the country for fans to gather and enjoy the tournament. We’re making sure that this moment belongs to the people - the fans, the families and the communities who make the game beautiful.
World Cup Watch Party
Join Our Copa and the Colorado People’s Center for a FREE World Cup Watch Party of the Mexico vs. Czechia match!
Doors open at 6:30PM, with kick-off at 7PM. Arrive early for FREE FOOD and to secure a prime viewing spot!
Our Copa is creating spaces across the country for fans to gather and enjoy the tournament. We’re making sure that this moment belongs to the people -- the fans, the families and the communities who make the game beautiful
Free Zumba Class
Every Wednesday, 6-7PM
Join us for free weekly Zumba classes with instructor Nancy Palacios! Nancy was born raised in Swansea neighborhood and is an Aztec dancer with Grupo Tlaloc in Denver. Classes will be held every Wednesday and new attendees are welcome any time.