Event Facilities

2024 Event Facility Reservations will be accepted online beginning at 8:00 a.m. November 1, 2023 (mountain time).

What is available for reservation for 2024 on Wednesday, November 1, 2023?

• Central Park Pavilion, City Park Pavilion, Washington Park Boathouse
• Chief Hosa Lodge, Fleming Mansion and Montclair Civic Building are already accepting 2024 reservation requests, on a 365 day rolling basis
  
  

What is the process on Wednesday, November 1?

• Reservation requests are only made online, HERE, beginning at 8:00 a.m. (mountain time)
  Applicants must have an activated customer account to make a reservation
  We highly encourage you to set up and activate your account up prior to November 1
• It is recommended you review the Rules and Regulations prior to booking
• Upon booking, you will pay a nonrefundable $210 deposit.
• You will receive a confirmation email within 2 business days with your preliminary permit and next steps
  
  

Where can I find more information?

• Visit the Event Facilities page to review rental fees and what may be included in the rental
• If you are interested in touring the event facility before booking, you can register online HERE

Please contact the Parks Permit Office at 720.913.0700 (press 6 to leave a message) or at park.permits@denvergov.org with additional questions. The Parks Permit Office will be open at 8:00am on November 2 for in-person appointments. 

• To view a calendar of availability and make a reservation request, click the "Get Started" button on this page
• All reservation requests are accepted online. Requests are NOT accepted by email at any time and no paper application is available to complete. Read and download online reservation instructions
• A $210 nonrefundable deposit to secure your reservation will be due at the time of application. This deposit is applied towards your total permit fee
• Once your reservation request has been reviewed, you will be contacted within three (3) business days by the Events Coordinator with a confirmation or rejection

The following requirements must be met no later than 21 calendar days prior to your event date. More information will be emailed after making a reservation request.

1. All fees paid in full

   View online payment instructions

2. Proof of insurance coverage

   Insurance Requirements & Sample Certificate of Insurance(PDF, 985KB)
   Instructions for GatherGuard Insurance(PDF, 291KB)

3. Walkthrough: Permit holder must complete an in-person walkthrough with an Event Facilitator (information below)
   
   
4. Alcohol: Alcohol may be served. Any alcohol being served requires a certified bartender who is not a guest of the event.
   Alcohol Policy
   Alcohol Sale/Service Permit Requirements
   If selling alcohol: Liquor Liability is required and a Special Event Liquor Permit must be acquired from Denver Dept of Excise and Licenses

Event Facility Tours:

Free tours are available for those who wish to see the event facility and ask questions before submitting a reservation application. Tours are open house style, and you may arrive at any point within the listed timeframe. Family and friends are welcome to attend but only person needs to register. Schedule online using this hyperlink: Book A Tour (be sure to select the CORRECT facility)

Event Facility Walkthroughs:

A walkthrough is a final logistics meeting for permit holders who already booked an Event Facility. This meeting is a requirement to obtain your approved permit. Vendors, family, and friends are welcome to attend. Only one walkthrough is allowed per event, and we suggest attending 30-45 days before the event. Schedule online using this hyperlink: Book a Walkthrough

Tour and walkthrough appointments are posted on the 25^th of the current month for the following month. Dates listed online may be out of chronological order.

• You must be 18 or older to reserve an Event Facility
• Cheesman Park Pavilion is a Special Occasion site, not an Event Facility. Find information on a Special Occasion park permits.
• Find available rental times and pricing on each facility's webpage linked above