Summer is here and so is the season of outdoor group event activities! Need some planning inspiration for a Colorado corporate outing? Adventure awaits when you organize an outing that’s interesting, entertaining, fun, and best of all outdoors. This month meetingpages shines the spotlight on some of Colorado’s best places, events, and attractions to take your team outdoors!
Get Your Team On Aboard
There is more to a corporate cruise or private charter than just drifting along. This Colorado charter cruise line specializes in giving your group the space they need to network, engage in teambuilding, and bond as a group, all in swanky surroundings and a relaxing atmosphere aboard a beautiful boat.
Historic Riverwalk of Pueblo
Offering tours of the Pueblo Riverwalk where passengers learn the history of Pueblo aboard the company’s boats, including excursion boats, a gondola, and pedal boats. Passengers are encouraged to visit local restaurants, shop historic downtown Pueblo, and stretch their legs for a mile walk.
While you’re in the area: Visit Pueblo and take in exceptional dining, shopping, first-class facilities, wonderful art scene, recreational activities, and a wide choice of accommodations.
Build Camaraderie with Country Fun
Outdoors, the fresh air, comradery — all benefits gained from a team outing at a Colorado mountain ranch. Follow up the fun with a hearty, hot meal, and a place to lay your head, and you may just have hit on the perfect activity for your team outside the office.
Colorado Mountain Ranch
Rustic mountain accommodations welcomes visitors to its dormitory-style cabins for groups of 50-150. A variety of exciting outdoor activities awaits including the Mountain Challenge with 3-6 hours of progression through problem-solving initiatives and low-rope challenges. Groups come to experience adventure, gorgeous vistas, and a slice of gold mining history.
While you’re in the area: Boulder, dubbed “the city nestled between the mountains and reality,” lies 5,430 feet above sea level and is tucked into the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Explore trails, taste the flavors of “America’s Foodiest Town,” tour 24 craft breweries, visit the historic Boulder Theater, shop the Boulder Farmers’ Market, or stroll the University of Colorado Campus.
C Lazy U Ranch
The all-inclusive luxury dude ranch is teeming with activities for your team, including horseback riding, a ropes course and zipline, trap shooting, hatchet throwing, fly fishing, cattle pushing, hiking, mountain biking, white water rafting, horseback riding, and local rodeos. Cozy cabins with western-style furnishings and personal touches offer a comfortable place to stay.
Play the Course
There is nothing like a day on the course with your squad. The sunshine, the verdant greens, the lovely landscape … and the intensity of a good golf game. Bring your group together on a golf course and watch the healthy competition, instant camaraderie, and entertaining action take place all outdoors!
Arrowhead Golf Club
Nestled in the foothills of the majestic Rocky Mountains, this stunning championship golf course offers upscale amenities and superb service. The championship course was designed to blend seamlessly within its natural setting. On the Rocks Bar & Grill serves up mouthwatering cuisine and stunning vistas every day.
Blackstone Country Club
World-class championship golf course in the Denver area, with more than 70,000 yards of play surrounded by the stunning Rocky Mountains. Blackstone Course, the 18-hole, par-72 course is meticulously manicured and incorporates natural streams, lakes, and waterfalls along the way. The club also features the 18-hole Black Bear Course, designed by Jeff Brauer, and is one of the most distinctive courses in the Rocky Mountain region. The 35,000 square foot clubhouse includes an expansive indoor restaurant and bar with a beautiful patio. On-site catering is also available.
Colorado National Golf Club
Located just 20 minutes north of Denver, Colorado National is the premier golf course on the front range. Spaced over 232 acres of land, the 18-hole, par-72 course was designed by award-winning golf course architect, Jay Morrish. The award-winning club house can accommodate up to 175, and the patio, with spectacular views, can seat up to 120. A private dining room hosts up to 35 guests.
Garden of the Gods Golf Club
The 27-hole Kissing Camels Golf Course features immaculately groomed fairways, bunkered greens, and towering pines. The luxurious resort features stunning view of the Garden of the Gods landmark, with 56 guest rooms, a spa and salon, tennis courts, two swimming pools, private balconies, fireplaces, and world-class cuisine.
While you’re in the area: Colorado Springs offers more than 55 area attractions, including trains, museums, parks, and a zoo. Experience an old ghost town, visit Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods, and the Colorado Springs Olympic Training Center. Attend a rodeo, play mini golf, or wander Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College.
Simply Amuse
In Colorado, it’s easy to find an activity or event that’s pure entertainment. Planning ideas for your team are abundant in the Centennial State — have them catch a ballgame, go along for the ride on a roller coaster, or send them off to the races — the possibilities are endless and are all outdoors!
Coors Field Ballpark Private Events | Colorado Rockies
Watching the Colorado Rockies, 2007 National League Champions, playing ball in the sunshine or under the stars at the outdoor Coors Field Stadium, is some of the most fun your group can have this summer. Check out The Rooftop, featuring two decks with spectacular views, premium bars, and rentable party spaces.
UCHealth Park / Rocky Mountain Vibes
With a wide range of group packages, such as socializing on the Coca-Cola Courtyard located down the first base line, or Group Outings with discounted tickets, scoreboard recognition, and discounted merchandise options, this is not your typical day at the ball game.
Adventure Golf & Raceway
Offering mini-golf, outdoor karting and trackside dining, your team may have trouble deciding what to do first.
While you’re in the area: Visit Denver, known for 300 days of sunshine, a thriving cultural scene, and where an abundance of natural beauty abounds. Visit Denver Union Station, people-watch at Denver’s 16th Street Mall, thrill to the rides at Denver Theme + Amusement Parks, or sip a brew at one of Denver’s Breweries.
Boondock’s Food & Fun
For groups of 10 to 2000, bring your bunch to Boondocks for bowling, laser tag, arcade games, mini golf, bumper boats, go-karts, and ropes courses. Complete casual food menu available for every appetite.
Bandimere Speedway
Corporate groups can experience challenge races in eight Christopher Dodge World Dodge Challengers for a reward, team building, fund raising or just for fun! Events includes use of a suite in the V.I.P. Corporate Tower and full-service staff and catering.
Bally’s Arapahoe Park
And they are off, getting in on the action of live horse racing with Thoroughbred, Quarter Horse, Paint Horse, and Arabian Horse racing, along with off-track betting. We are betting your bunch is going to have an experience they’ll never forget.
For a complete list of outdoor activities, visit our Colorado Outdoor Event Activities Directory!