If you’re looking for COVID-safe activities in Denver, there are tons of fun events and things to do while still maintaining physical distance. So mask up, bring your family, and check out some of these great activities around town.
Rocky Mountain Arsenal
Looking to spot some wildlife? Rocky Mountain Arsenal is a short drive from Denver and boasts 1,500-acres of wildlife habitat. Maybe you’re wondering why a wildlife refuge has “Arsenal” in its name - the area has a unique backstory. After the area served as an arsenal that supported World War II efforts, Shell Chemical Co. leased the land for agricultural chemical production. Starting in the 1980s, the Army and Shell began an in-depth environmental cleanup effort. The cleanup was completed in 2010 and the site became one of the largest urban refuge spaces in the country.
Hop in the car, bring your camera, and see if you can spot bison, deer, bald eagles, and more! You can drive through the park and take photos, or you can take one of the walking trails located throughout.
Drive-In Theater Near Denver
Drive-in theaters are back! The 88 Drive In theater near Commerce City has served the Denver community since 1972, delighting movie-goers with great films and even better snacks! Drive up, park, relax, and enjoy a movie. With many theaters still closed, drive-ins are a safe and fun way to take the family out to the movies. Fido can come too - the theater welcomes dogs (just make sure to put them on a leash if they’re outside the car)! Have a fabulous night on the town and support a local business too.
Denver Botanic Gardens Make and Take
The Botanic Gardens is offering fun and easy classes for the whole family. The Gardens will provide the space and materials, the creativity is up to you! The Autumn Wreath class is great for kids who are five and up. You can opt to stay at the Gardens to complete your wreath, or take the materials and instructions home with you to work on later.
Denver Museum of Nature and Science Virtual Tour of the Universe
If you’re looking for something to enjoy at home, the Denver Museum of Nature and Science offers a wide variety of virtual events. One of their upcoming events features a virtual space adventure for the whole family from the comfort of your couch. You’ll start out with our home planet and then voyage into the solar system and beyond!
Self-Guided Tour of Denver Art
Our famous Blue Bear at the convention center isn’t the only exciting artwork around Denver. Check out the behind-the-scenes facts about local artwork with the Golden Triangle Public Art Tour. Put on your walking shoes and learn more about the amazing artwork all over town! You could even turn it into a scavenger hunt so the whole family can get involved.
It’s no wonder that Denver was recently named the #2 Best Place to Live in the country by U.S. News & World Report - with amazing scenery, culture, and outdoor options, Denver is bursting with things to do. With a little creativity and a few COVID-precautions, you can have a wonderful time enjoying all that the city has to offer.