Opening Day at Coors Field in early April is an annual rite of spring in Denver, as throngs of baseball fans flock downtown to celebrate the start of baseball season. The Colorado Rockies play their home games from spring to fall at the beloved ballpark in the city’s oldest neighborhood, Lower…
You don’t have to leave the city to spot something remarkable in Denver — just look up. Perched where the Rocky Mountains meet the Great Plains, Denver sits at the crossroads of several ecosystems, creating a rich habitat that attracts more than 450 bird species throughout the year. From riparian…
Hiking with kids, particularly small ones, can be a challenge. Check out these hikes that are not far from the city, ranging from easy to a bit more challenging. They have excellent views and an abundance of wildlife. Some Great Hikes Close to Denver for Kids Bluff Lake Nature Center Only minutes…
Welcome to the Mile High City. You're about to have the best field trip ever! Whether it's a spring break getaway or a summer adventure, Denver takes learning to a higher level with endless outdoor fun, interactive games and world-class cultural attractions. Where else can you track dinosaurs, check…
What does one do with an empty, one-acre parking garage rooftop? If you’re Denver Botanic Gardens, you cover it, edge to edge, in a living, thriving garden (naturally). In so doing, Denver Botanic Gardens established the Mordecai Children’s Garden in 2010 — one of Denver’s first green rooftops. It…
Between the ample sunshine and the easy access to hiking, biking and winter sports, Denver has earned its reputation as an outdoor lover’s paradise. But there’s also plenty of fun to be found indoors! From escape rooms and arcades to billiards, bowling and golf, we won’t blame you if you decide to…
