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Denver Parks & Recreation

Denver Parks & Recreation (DPR) is dedicated to enhancing the health of residents and the environment through innovative programs and safe, beautiful, and sustainable public spaces. As stewards of a historic legacy park system, DPR manages 30 recreation centers and nearly 20,000 acres of urban and mountain parkland, including over 280 urban parks, off-street trails, and historic parkways.

From investing in the city's fight against climate change to building new regional playgrounds and restoring natural habitats, DPR is actively shaping the future of our public spaces. As a community partner of Developing Denver, Denver Parks & Recreation shares our commitment to building a vibrant, healthy city where smart growth and accessible outdoor spaces go hand in hand.

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Construction Progresses on Civic Center Park's $50 Million Renovation

8 minute read • Civic Center Park's $50 million renovation is taking shape, bringing a redesigned Greek Theatre, improved accessibility, and new public spaces to downtown Denver.

Former Brewery Space is Being Transformed Into Escape Room and Live Game Show Venue

6 minute read • The former brewery space at 2620 Walnut Street is being transformed into a 12,300-square-foot entertainment venue featuring escape rooms, live game shows and event spaces.

I-270 Is Finally Getting Rebuilt After More Than 60 Years

6 minute read • CDOT and Kiewit begin an $806 million reconstruction of I-270, adding 12 new bridges, express lanes, interchange upgrades and pedestrian connections.

New Free Oktoberfest Festival Debuts at Denver's National Western Center

4 minute read • Denver Wiesn brings a new free Oktoberfest festival to the National Western Center October 16–18 and 22–25, featuring food, live music, and a 108-foot observation wheel.

Clayworks Completes First Major Phase of 14-Acre Redevelopment in Golden

6 minute read • Clayworks completes The Pottery, a 188,600-square-foot office building bringing CoorsTek's global headquarters back to Golden as part of a 14-acre redevelopment.