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Top Haunted Bars In Colorado

The leaves have turned to the colors of fall, the Colorado mountains are topped with snow and the summer air has departed with cool, crisp air in its place. Fall is here, which means the haunting season is upon us. There are many fun and spooky things to do across the metro area this time of year. Refer to this list for the best bars in the city and one beyond that will serve up a side of spirits with your spirits.

Unfortunately this one is now closed: Blake Street Vault
1526 Blake St.
Denver, CO 80202
(303) 825-9833
www.blakestreetvault.com

Blake Street Vault is in the LoDo area and is a classic historical saloon. The restaurant and bar is rumored to be haunted by a saloon girl called ‘brown ghost’ or ‘lady in red.’ According to legend, she was a saloon girl from the original establishment in the 1860s. People have heard her walking across the old wooden floors in her high heels and others have seen her while walking down the stairs into the basement. She isn’t the only ghost who haunts this bar, as there is also a story of a merchant marine that lives in the basement. Blake Street Vault gives tours regularly and you will need to call ahead to check on times. While visiting one of Denver’s most haunted bars, you can also enjoy a full menu of both food and drink.

Ship Tavern (inside the Brown Palace Hotel)
321 17^th St.
Denver, CO 80202
(303) 297-3111
www.brownpalace.com

Ship Tavern is located inside the Brown Palace Hotel. The vintage, pub-like atmosphere features several micro-brewed beer and wine selections. It also provides a full menu around the clock with live entertainment each Wednesday through Saturday from 8:30 p.m. until 11:30 p.m. The building was built in 1892 and is a big part of Colorado history. In 1911, it was the site of one of Denver’s most high-profile murders. Frank Henwood shot and killed Tony von Phul and George Copeland, who was an innocent bystander. Both Henwood and von Phul were in love with Isabel Springer, wife of political candidate John Springer. Underneath the hotel there are tunnels that go in every direction. Around this time of year, the hotel offers a ghost tour. Call for more information.

The Cruise Room (inside The Oxford Hotel)
1600 17^th St.
Denver, CO 80202
(303) 628-5400
www.theoxfordhotel.com

The Cruise Room Bar is located inside The Oxford Hotel, built in 1891. It was the first bar to open in downtown Denver and it opened the day after Prohibition was repealed in 1933. The trendy bar is famous for its handmade martinis, but maybe even more so for its haunted past. There is a legend of a man in a post office uniform who haunts the bar from time to time. He stopped in at the bar while traveling through on his way to Central City at Christmas time and never delivered the packages. The legend is that his body was found on the way to Central City with all of the packages with him.The Stanley Hotel Bar
333 Wonderview Ave.
Estes Park, CO 80517
(970) 577-4000

The Stanley Hotel Bar
333 Wonderview Ave.
Estes Park, CO 80517
(970) 577-4000
www.stanleyhotel.com

The Stanley Hotel Bar is located in one of the most famous eerie hotels in the US. The hotel is famous because this is where Stephen King was staying when he came up with the idea to write “The Shining.” This movie was released in 1980 and has become one of the most beloved horror films of all time and the television series was filmed on location. You can even order the ‘Redrum Ale’ which is made by the Estes Park Brewery.

Randolph’s Restaurant and Bar (inside the Warwick Hotel)
1776 Grant St.
Denver, CO 80203
(303) 861-2000
www.warwickdenver.com

Randolph’s Restaurant and Bar is located inside the Warwick Hotel in Denver’s Capitol Hill neighborhood. This neighborhood is rumored to be one of the most haunted areas in Denver and there are regular ghost tours available. In the late 1960s, the local Playboy Club occupied the penthouse floor. The legend is that one of the bunnies died in a drug deal and she can sometimes be seen haunting the building.

Related: Top Pool Halls In Denver

The sequel to The Shining was pretty good too – Dr. Sleep.

In Loving Memory

Dennis M. Mahoney

January 18, 1935 – August 24, 2021

Dennis M. Mahoney, age 86, passed away on August 24, 2021 at home, in the comfort of his wife of 58 years, LaVonne B. Mahoney. Denny was born on January 18, 1935 in York, Pennsylvania, the son of Charles D. Mahoney and Marjorie D. Mahoney.

After attending Duke University and Temple medical school, Denny moved to Colorado to complete his medical training in obstetrics and gynecology. While working at Presbyterian Hospital in Denver, Denny met and fell in love with LaVonne Bridges, a laboratory technician from Meade, Kansas. They were married on December 15, 1962.

Shortly thereafter, Denny served for two years, 1963-65, as a Captain in the U.S. Army Medical Corps, delivering hundreds of babies. During that time, Denny was called upon to testify as an expert witness in military judicial proceedings. He found the experience fascinating and compelling, and two weeks after his discharge from the army, Denny entered law school at Penn State Dickinson.

Denny continued to practice medicine while he completed law school. After graduating from law school in 1968, he and LaVonne moved back to Colorado, which Denny referred to as “God’s country.” They have lived here ever since.

Denny practiced law for 53 years, specializing in medical litigation. He was passionate about bringing his expertise to the cause of his clients. Denny was particularly intense in his advocacy for the rights of babies and children. He founded The Mahoney Law Firm, P.C., which continues his mission today.

Denny and LaVonne raised four sons. Denny was a devoted husband and loving father, always placing his family as his top priority. In wintertime, he could be found on the ski slopes of Breckenridge, chastising Texans to stay off the expert runs. In springtime, he could be found prowling the sidelines of his sons’ lacrosse games, “working” the refs.

Never shy with his analysis or opinion, Denny was well known for both his joy in the successes of his family, and his disdain for an opposing team or unsavory politician. He was known for telling good stories. He would sometimes embellish what may have actually happened for dramatic effect or to emphasize a point, oftentimes with a wink and a smile.

Denny is survived by his wife, LaVonne B. Mahoney; his four sons, Chuck (Jenna), Paul (Rita), Kevin (Andrea), and Bo (Amanda); and his sister, Marjann Bower. He is also survived by thirteen grandchildren: Connor,

Cameron, Lindsay, Luke, Caroline, Mariah, Sean, Phelan, Bricin, Caitlin, Jack, Emma, and Paige.

Denny is preceded into eternal life by his parents, Charles D. Mahoney and Marjorie D. Mahoney, and his brother, James C. Mahoney.

A funeral mass will be held on September 9, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 2375 E. Arizona Ave., Denver, CO 80210. A reception will follow at the home of Bo and Amanda Mahoney, located at 3136 S. Steele St., Denver, CO 80210.

Denny will be laid to rest at Fort Logan National Cemetery in Denver, Colorado. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you consider a donation in Denny’s name to one of his favorite causes:

Wounded Warrior Project

P.O. Box 75816

Topeka, KS 66675

www.woundedwarriorproject.org

https://link.shutterfly.com/hKXEB3hNTjb

Final resting place: Ft Logan Cemetary, Denver Colorado

CSU Move in Day

We got Lindsay all moved in for her stint in the Equine Sciences program at CSU. It was a little hot, about 95, but that didn’t dampen our sprits. Cam helped Jen and me move her in. Got her room set up with a trip the the local Target (and the Walmart for a box fan). Classes start Monday and she should be good to go.

She has a nice roommate from Minnesota, who I discovered is a Packers fan. Guess I’ll have to let that go for now.

Here a few pictures. She’s close to the rec center and a short walk to the student union and the football stadium.

Ram Welcome 2021 Schedule

Parmelee Hall

Quarantine Day humina, humina, humina

Between work from home, knee rehab and animal hijinks, quarantine has been pretty busy. I’m a happy boy.

Cam managed to time a tib/fib fracture perfectly with the start of the virus mania. He did it in Crested Butte during a Big Mountain competition where he was skiing with his CU team. He was having a great run right up until he wasn’t. Ouch! He got operated on in Gunnison, CO that evening, added some neat hardware to his knee and was able to exit the hospital just as the first Covid patient was being admitted into the wing where he was staying.

That was March 9, 2020. Cam thought he’d get to sit on the couch, convalesce, and watch some college hoops. Whoops. Soon after came the closing of the ski areas, stay at home orders, no toilet paper, the whole shebang.

The true upside is Jen and I are still working. We were working from home before so that was not a big change for us in that respect. But, everyone else being home, all the time has been an adjustment. All the animals really like having everyone home. Not sure how they will take it when we have to leave them alone for more than a couple of hours.

Hope everyone else is well and staying safe. I plan on some inappropriately long hugs and (non) social distancing once this thing passes. Beware. See you soon.

Happy 4th of July

We had another good July 4th barbecue over at Pinehurst. Mother Nature decided to give us a little pre-show with some wind and hail. We all made it through unscathed. It did make for some dramatic atmospherics. A little ice and fog just before sunset set the stage for the fireworks that followed. We had to dodge some rain once the fireworks started but we managed to stay relatively dry and had a great time to boot. Thanks Nana and Pappy for hosting again.

Happy New Year

Had a lovely Christmas and New Year. We had the opportunity to visit the extended family at Uncle Bo’s house where we enjoyed some awesome Bloody Marys (with exceptional garnish options – olive, cheese and bacon, and celery for tradition’s sake).

All of the cousins were there as well as a few of the animals. Santa Gus was even able to make an appearance (pictured at right with Nana and Pappy).

Gus has recently adopted a new little brother who is very cute. I’ll tease a future blog entry by saying I follow up with the new doggy name an pictures in a future post.

Good having the kids home for skiing, eating and general revelry.

Breckenridge Birthday Fun

Spent some good time in Breck to celebrate Lindsay’s birthday with some of her friends. She got a chance to have a little slumber party with fondue, some hiking and picture taking, and experiencing an escape room. All in all, I’m told is was a good birthday.

Jen and I got to do a little walking around and taking some wildflower pictures of our own. Always a good vibe, and restful place to go.

Merry Christmas

December 8, 2012: Merry Christmas everyone. We are working on getting the home decorated and prepped for the holidays. The kids are very excited and helping mom and dad get things put together. They are all trying to finish up the fall semester strong so that we all can enjoy some good days skiing. It’s been a little warm and dry for our liking but a big storm is supposed to be coming as I write this, so keep your fingers crossed that Santa delivers a little snow for Christmas.

Visits and Birthdays

April 11, 2011:

A visit from the Kurths, a visit from Granny and Papa and Connor’s birthday – a busy couple of months since I last posted. Allan, Andrew and Alex made it out to ski for a few days this spring and we all had a good time. The conditions were variable to say the least but we all had fun skiing with each other. We were even able to make it down the Whale’s Tail in a near white out. The nicest day, of course, came on the day the Kurths left. Some video of the day is here.

Granny and Papa cam out for a short visit with the family and we all had a good time as well. We had a chance to see a lacrosse game, do some shopping, and play a rousing game of poker. Beware Cam. He is a shark. He was down to almost nothing and ended up cleaning us all out in the end.

Finally, Con had a good birthday. He had one of his buddies over for a night of movies and horsing around and was able to sample a couple of birthday cakes. With some of the money he received, he was very pleased with himself over the purchase of a new longboard and helmet… smiles from ear to ear.

Lacrosse season has started with a vengeance. Looking forward to some fast action from the Mahoneys.

Birthday Trip

February 10, 2011:

The ski trip celebrating Bo’s birthday was fun. All of the old farts were able to make it out to both Vail and Beaver Creek. Kevin was sick for the first day and managed to give his sickness to me by coughing all over me during a lunch. Thankfully, I’m on the mend now. The entire 3 days were freezing cold. We topped out at about -1 for the first 2 days with the highlight being told at the top of the first lift on the first day in Beaver creek, “welcome to the top, we are looking at a balmy -14 degrees.” The cold only meant we had to stop a few extra times to warm up. We were graced with some fresh snow that made for some fun glade skiing. And yes, I did make it down the Birds of Prey (video here).