Wham Bam Carp Slam

Since synchronized carp fondling didn't make this year's list of esteemed Olympic alternative sports, Denver once again will play host to the 6th Annual South Platte Carp Slam. The pro-am event, which raised more than $30k last year for local river rehab efforts, kicks off on August 25. Tickets for the New Belgium-fueled Evening on the South Platte shaker are now available online.

"The 2nd Annual Evening on the South Platte will go from 7:00pm to 11:00pm. Hit List will be performing favorite covers on the stage. New Belgium beer, Gauchezco Argentinean wine and heavy hors d’oeuvres will be included with your ticket. There will be a fantastic silent auction followed by the Awards Ceremony for the 6th Annual Pro-Am Carp Slam, our fly-fishing carp tournament held on the urban S. Platte River through Denver taking place all-day that Saturday."

Tickets are 50 bucks. See you there.