Arvada Tavern

Arvada Tavern sits on Olde Wadsworth Boulevard in Olde Town Arvada, an easy walk from the light rail stop if you want to skip parking. It's a neighborhood bar that books live music on a regular basis, the kind of spot where you can catch a set without much fuss.

Details on what's playing week to week are worth a look before you go, since a room like this tends to mix local rock, blues, and covers acts depending on the night. Good option if you're already out in Olde Town and want to wander in somewhere with a band going.