Best Parks To Celebrate Birthdays In Denver Near Me

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4worldlovers: Denver may be a world-class metropolis with all the familiar urban sights and sounds, but no matter where you find yourself in the city, you’re likely to be only a few steps away from a lush and relaxing green space.

The Mile High City boasts more than 5,000 acres of traditional parks and parkways, which include 2,500 urban natural acres and over 300 acres of parks designated Rivers & Trails, plus an additional 14,000 acres of spectacular mountain parks in Clear Creek, Douglas, Grand and Jefferson County that are maintained by the City and County of Denver. Here’s a look at a few favorite parks in Denver.


This expansive, multifaceted park is Denver's version of New York City's Central Park. In City Park 's 330 lovely, landscaped acres, you'll find a public golf course , colorful flower gardens, ornate fountains, placid lakes and rolling green lawns perfect for picnics. City Park is home to some of Denver's most popular attractions, including the Denver Zoo , the Denver Museum of Nature & Science , the Martin Luther King Memorial and much more. From June through August, the park plays host to City Park Jazz, with free concerts each Sunday. It's also got unbeatable views of The Mile High City skyline and the Rocky Mountains beyond.

Adjacent to the 16th Street Mall, Skyline Park offers an easy getaway for the more than 120,000 people who spend their workday in downtown Denver. Located at 15th and Arapahoe streets, Skyline Park is always a fun place to spend a little time, especially during the summer, when visitors to the Skyline Beer Garden can enjoy brews on draft, street food, a family-friendly game area and live music on Friday and Saturday nights. And don't miss the Downtown Denver Rink at Skyline Park every winter, offering free ice skating all season long.


Click on the image below to take a virtual tour of Civic Center Park via Google Street View.

Located in the heart of downtown Denver, Civic Center Park is always bursting with life, as tourists and locals take advantage of the beautiful landscaping and vibrant atmosphere of this unique urban park. Many events, such as Cinco de Mayo, Civic Center EATS (a food truck festival Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays in the summer months), the Capitol Hill People's Fair, Denver PrideFest, Martin Luther King Jr. Day and A Taste of Colorado are traditionally held in Civic Center Park. This spacious plaza, surrounded by monumental government and public buildings, is a stone's throw from a number of Mile High City attractions, including the Denver Art Museum , the Denver Public Library , the 16th Street Mall and the Colorado State Capitol Building .

Where Cherry Creek and the South Platte River meet and mingle, you'll find the unique and scenic Confluence Park. Watch kayakers brave the rapids on custom-designed chutes, sunbathe on the sandy banks and enjoy panoramic views of downtown Denver. The park is close to the Downtown Aquarium , the Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus and Elitch Gardens Theme & Water Park . Hop on the Denver Trolley and take a 30-minute scenic ride along the river, plus learn about the area's history. Love a party? Join thousands of revelers at the South Platte RiverFest each June for water sports and live music.

Just steps away from Elitch Gardens Theme & Water Park and the South Platte River, the Centennial Flower Gardens are a must-see for anyone with interest in gardening. The gardens are patterned after the Gardens of Versailles, with paths and patterned flowerbeds showcasing native species along with other flowers that grow well in Colorado's arid climate. This is a great spot for a refreshing afternoon stroll.

Commons Park can be found on the banks of the South Platte River in a spot that just happens to be the city's birthplace. It's a pleasing mix of natural and urban influences: Close to 40 percent of the park is covered by native plants, a piece of reconstructed lush "sand prairie" reminiscent of what would have existed in the area originally. Meanwhile, the promenade along Little Raven Street is a tree-lined walkway dotted with many seating areas and entries to connect the park to downtown Denver.

Click on the image below to take a virtual tour of Washington Park via Google Street View.

4worldlovers: Paddle boards, kayaks, bo​​​ats, and jet skis are allowed to include during the boating season, which starts April 1.

Please bring your own hand sanitizer. There may be no running water available.

Cherry Creek Reservoir is CLOSED to all boating/watercraft including paddleboards, kayaks and canoes.

To reserve camping, visit CPWShop.com or call 1-800-244-5613 (open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week).

Please use cpwshop.com to purchase annual passes, dog off-leash passes, fishing licenses, watercraft registrations, or the park's self-service stations to purchase passes for day use.

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See the Cherry Creek Water temperature conditions application for up to the minute water information.

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Westlands Park has been featured in Landscape Architecture Magazine, Denver Post, and was honored with the "Top of the Rocky Top Playground," awarded by the Rocky Mountain News three years in a row! Westlands Park was also featured in 5280 Magazine as the Editor's choice as the Top Playground destination in the metro area.

The Westlands playground includes three play areas sized for toddlers to teens. There are two large climbing structures which satisfy both the technical climber as well as the inexperienced child. In addition to the main play area, there are two multi-use playing fields, musical instruments, an interactive water feature (open from Memorial Day to Labor Day), a pond and a hike/bike trail. There are also two pickleball courts and a basketball court in the southwest corner of the park.


The Center Pavilion provides seating for 84 people and can accommodate up to 150 in the immediate area. This shelter has restrooms with running water, electrical outlets and four charcoal grills. The interactive water feature to the south of the Center Pavilion is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

To make a reservation for the Center Pavilion in Westlands Park, please go to the online system to create an account and make a reservation. You may find out more information here. And, you may go directly to the reservation page here.

The Top Playground Pavilion provides seating for 24 people and can accommodate groups as large as 50 in the immediate area. There is access to restrooms with running water as well as electricity.

To make a reservation for the Top Playground Pavilion in Westlands Park, please go to the online system to create an account and make a reservation. You may find out more information here. And, you may go direction to the reservation page here.

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Welcome to Adams Mystery Playhouse, Denver's best and only full-time Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre where you can have killer cocktails and a dinner to die for. Located right by downtown Denver, our creepy-cool historic mansion is a one-of-a-kind experience. Your family, friends or company team-building will have a sumptuous meal and then professional actors create a story that is comedy at its finest. Rated PG, this clever evening will have you laughing, no matter what age you are! And, satisfaction guaranteed, as you help solve the crime with the interactive detective. It's no wonder that Adams Mystery Playhouse is rated in The Top 10 Things To Do In Denver. Approximate event time is 2 1/2 hours. Visit our web site for show dates and times. Come on over for the crime-of-your-life!

"Your staff was incredibly hospitable. The ambiance was so much more than I expected."

"It was very funny and entertaining! The chicken and potatoes were great!"

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Reserve seats in a Project Social. Simply visit our calendar page, select a Project Social date & time that works for you & reserve your spot! For large groups, see our Groups & Events page.


Project Socials are regularly scheduled times when patrons gather together and make a variety of DIY Projects- from leather working to jewelry making and more- with friends & strangers alike.


Pick a project to make- any project- from the 25+ options on our Project Menu. Each Circus-er (that’s you!) can choose whichever project you like, regardless of your parties’ project choices. Sah-weet!


Creations. Libations. Making things while sipping cocktails makes creating twice as merry! Visit our full-bar for a circus-y specialty cocktail, wine, local brew, mimosa or another variety of “creative juice.”


We give you the time, supplies, tools, tutorial & inspiration to make a masterpiece. Work at your own pace, enlisting our Creative Assistants for project tips, advice or help (or another cocktail) as needed!


Have a glorious time & while you do, share your fine, fine craftsmanship on social media using #upstairscircus; you’ll give others serious inspo- you artist, you! Follow us for deals, project inspiration & more!


You. Your Friends. Your Family. Your Date. You’re each your own individuals, so each of you can make whichever project YOU want.

Let’s party together! From Corporate Team Building Events to Bachelorette/ Bachelor Parties, we’ve got a whimsical, flexible event space available for use that’s ready to host you!

Join Upstairs Circus LoDo with a bestie (or ten) for marvelous creations- and half off bottles of wine– every Wednesday!

Visit our FAQs page- specific to Upstairs Circus LoDo- to get your questions answered!

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Set in Denver’s urban core, Punch Bowl Social Denver is the Mothership of fun.

Whether it’s brunch o’clock, a breezy happy hour, or late-night shenanigans - we got you. A general store in a former life, the vibe of this massive fun factory is industrial chic, and it’s the perfect place to show off your craft beverage ordering skills. We’ve got multiple bars, a scratch-kitchen menu, and ridiculous entertainment options such as bowling, shuffleboard, life-size Jenga, pool, karaoke, and old-school arcade games.

Looking for a private event? Let us help you throw a party that will be talked about long after the event ends.