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Be a Part of the Convention!
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 A celebration that will feature a full spectrum of sustainable options, exhibits, farmers market, children's area, eco-carnival games, music, guest speakers and more. Denver Performing Arts Complex, Sculpture Park, Sunday August 24th, 10AM - 3 PM
 Substantive and diverse panel discussions with high-profile experts in Health, Education, Technology, Climate Change and more. Denver Performing Arts Complex, August 25-27, 10 AM-6PM. Ticketing details and more.
 Art, democracy and digital media convene for this event, featuring world-renowned artists, groups and students. Exhibits located throughout the city, August 25-29, 10 AM to 9 PM.
Denver 2008 Convention Marketplace. An expo showcasing the best of Denver in food, music, entertainment and more! Exhibit booths are limited but still available. Civic Center Park, Sunday August 24, 10 AM - 4 PM.
 Speak out and share your ideas on what democracy is (or isn't) through the art of film. Submit your entry online through July 15. Top films will be screened at Red Rocks Amphitheater on Monday, August 25 that 7PM
 What does America mean to you? We want to know! Tell us your story via your own creative work for display on the Web and in a traveling exhibit. Deadline for submissions is July 15th. Your story could become part of a large and exciting “America: Live and In Person” exhibit that will be displayed throughout Colorado this summer.
 Largest traveling exhibit of presidential memorabilia. Life-size replicas of Air Force One and Oval Office are among the many showcased items. Ticket information. Invesco Field from August 23-29, 10AM - 9 PM
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The City of Denver is excited to host the 2008 Democratic National Convention, a once-in-a-century event. This is the second time Denver has hosted the Democratic National Convention, the last time was exactly 100 hundred years ago in 1908.
The Democratic National Convention 2008 is anticipated to attract 35,000 guests to the region including delegates, elected officials, media, and political enthusiasts from around the world. Additionally, it is anticipated that Denver will bring in $160 million in economic benefits.
The Convention will be held on August 25-28, 2008 at the Pepsi Center.
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Thursday, August 07, 2008
Federal Court Upholds Denver's Convention Plans
U.S. District Judge Marcia Krieger issued her decision Wednesday 8/6/08 upholding all of Denver’s security and access plans at the Pepsi Center during the Democratic National Convention and determining that Denver’s arrangements for expressive activities fully meet the constitutional rights of demonstrators.
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The Denver 2008 Convention Host Commitee
This is a local organization comprised of local volunteers that has partnered with the City of Denver to host the 2008 Democratic National Convention. The Host Committee will raise the funds necessary to cover the costs associated with hosting a political nominating convention and recruit and train approximately 10,000 volunteers for convention week.
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| Vendor and Event Permits |
A special process has been established for events, permits, and licenses in the downtown area during the DNC (August 15 – 31). This includes information regarding permitted parks and parades.
Visit the 2008 Convention Permits Website
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CARBON-FREE HIKE AND BIKE TOUR OF DOWNTOWN DENVER
 Get healthy while you explore Denver's premier attractions, during Convention week and beyond—all at zero carbon impact on our environment!
View map (7.3MB PDF)
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