22 Unique Denver Event Venues
Five thousand feet above sea level, the city of Denver is experiencing a modern-day renaissance. A thriving startup scene is having ripple effects in its food culture, entrepreneurship scene, and arts environment. In other words, it’s a great time to visit the mile-high city. Whether you’re planning a wedding, party, or corporate event, Denver’s multitude of venues offer something for everyone. Here are a few of our favorites.
Temple Denver
Capacity: 2000
Location: 1136 Broadway
Great For: Company Parties
Let there be light! Such is the calling card of Temple — a three-story club that’s earning much-deserved buzz for its light-centric decor, including 20-foot LED panels that can be customized to match a brand’s iconic colors. Its dark mainstage area is perfect for a ticketed party, while its smaller MIRUS gallery space is perfect for hosting a smaller group of VIPs. Time to turn up the bass.
Boettcher Mansion
Capacity: 100 Seated
Location: 900 Colorow Road
Great For: Weddings, Receptions
Inside Golden’s Lookout, Mountain Nature Preserve sits a 100-year old mansion that married historic wow-factor with modern practicality. The mansion’s sweeping porch and stone interior create a warm atmosphere, while its location (30 minutes West of Denver) make it a no-brainer for a wedding reception or special dinner.
The Ogden Theatre
Capacity: 1600
Location: 935 E. COLFAX AVE
Great For: Performances, Presentations
Built to house the vaudeville acts of its day, the Ogden Theatre has been in continuous operation since 1918. Today, the theatre plays host to comedy acts, musical groups, and a slew of private events. Its two bars and multiple levels accommodate up to 1600 guests with ease. Our favorite perk? Getting to see your name in lights on its iconic marquee.
Crawford Hotel
Capacity: 150 Seated
Location: 1701 Wynkoop St
Great For: Receptions
Perhaps one of the most photographed spots of the last few years in all of Denver, the Crawford Hotel inside Union Station makes no apologies for creating the “trendiest district in Denver.” There is literally nothing more convenient than its location at the epicenter of nearly any form of transit. Take the rail from the airport, check in without even hailing an Uber, and start filling up your photo app in no time.
Denver Art Museum
Capacity: 3000 Standing / 400 Seated
Location: 100 West 14th Avenue Parkway
Great For: Weddings, Galas
Denver’s authority on design and architecture has no shortage of picture-perfect event spaces. Its facilities can accommodate groups of as few as 50 and as many as 3000 for corporate parties, charitable galas, and even weddings. Not all of its design its hidden inside, either. Its gleaming modern structure is as impressive as anything hanging on its carefully curated walls. And yes, you can even rent out the lawn to guarantee an architecturally pleasing backdrop.
Mile High Station
Capacity: 1200
Location: 2027 West Colfax Ave.
Great For: Meetings, Weddings
Have a high value for stunning decor but a $0 budget to make it happen? The Mile High Station is your best bet. Ample parking, creative cocktails, and discrete TV screens offer the perfect combination of practical amenities with creative hospitality. Warm brick, soft lighting, and towering balconies surround guests with a classy industrial vibe. Browse the venue’s Instagram and you’ll quickly see why brands ranging from Slack to Top Chef have hosted events at Mile High Station.
Seawell Ballroom
Capacity: 1000
Location: 1350 Arapahoe St
Great For: Corporate Parties, Wedding Receptions
A 10,000 square-foot ballroom in the heart of Denver? You bet. The Seawell is one of the city’s largest canvases, though not entirely blank. The space has just enough style to put event planners at ease, and just enough flexibility to bring their vision to life. High tech lighting, monitors, and A/V equipment make corporate events a snatch, while flexible seating options to accommodate most any arrangement.
Denver Botanic Gardens
Capacity: 1000
Location: 1007 York Street
Great For: Weddings, Picnics
You’ve likely thought of how you want your event to look and feel. But have you considered its smell? Those holding a party or wedding at the Denver Botanic Gardens need not give it another thought. Its manicured lawns and gardens provide an effortless backdrop for weddings and picnics for up to 1000 guests.
1STBANK Center
Capacity: 6500
Location: 11450 Broomfield Lane
Great For: Corporate Meetings, Conventions
Those planning mid-sized conventions need to look no further than 1STBANK Center, a venue that regularly hosts events with ranging technical requirements, like sporting events and live music. Built-in VIP suites and an outdoor patio deck eliminate the need to reserve a separate space for smaller breakout groups of 50-250 people.
Acreage Cider House
Capacity: 1000 Farm / 60 Mountain View Room
Location: 1380 Horizon Ave.
Great For: Meetings, Company Parties
22 miles from the heart of Denver exists a place of respite and literal refreshment. Distant mountains and expansive fields accompany award-winning ciders at Acreage Cider House. Three separate indoor event spaces make the cidery a fabulous place to host private dinners for 50, while its nearly boundless farm can give up to 1000 guests room to breathe while having a grand time.
RedLine
Capacity: 250
Location: 2350 Arapahoe Street
Great For: Art Shows, Receptions
Searching for modernity? Take your search to the RedLine, a high-end gallery space on Arapahoe ideal for art shows or product launches. Large enough to hold 250 cocktail-holding guests, the white-walled space maintains an intimate enough atmosphere to make guests feel like VIPs.