Local Appeal — Colorado Attractions in Your Area

Don’t get out those jackets and mittens just yet! There’s still a lot of summer left and plenty to do. Thinking about an end-of-the-season shindig with the crew? Why not explore some of the most entertaining and exciting attractions in Colorado? They’re perfect for group gatherings, team building, and even corporate meetings.

Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park, Glenwood Springs

What You’ll See There — Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park is nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains atop Iron Mountain. Visitors enjoy magnificent views of the Roaring Fork Valley and surrounding mountains.

What You Can Do There — The Adventure Park features cave tours, thrill rides, restaurants, kids’ activities, and special events. Guests “fly” down the mountain on USA’s first alpine coaster, thrill to Colorado’s first 4D Ride Theater, and delight in the scenic Glenwood Canyon views aboard the Glenwood Canyon Flyer.

Great for Groups — Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park is an ideal location for a team-building event. Groups enjoy a scenic Tram Ride, two different walking cave tours, and unlimited attractions, including roller coaster, zip rides, and laser tags. Buffet dinner option is available.

Bonus — Group packages for 25 or more guests are available at a discount, with or without meal.

Denver Center for the Performing Arts, Denver

What You’ll See There — The elegant and inviting Denver Center for the Performing Arts showcases Broadway tours, DCPA Theatre Company productions, statewide education programs, community events, and more.  

What You Can Do There — Multiple theater venues within the complex showcase everything from large scale productions to intimate cabaret-style performances. Upcoming performances this season include “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical,” “Oklahoma,” “The Improvised Shakespeare Company,” “The Constant Wife,” and “Love Never Dies,” to name a few. 

Great for Groups — The Denver Center for the Performing Arts boasts many lovely spaces to rent for corporate gatherings, including the dramatic Seawell Ballroom for up to 1000 guests or the more intimate Directors Room for up to 150. The central downtown location makes it easily accessible. Food and beverage service available.

Bonus — Group discounts are available for groups of 10 or more.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Colorado Springs

What You’ll See There — Named 4th Best Zoo in North America by USA Today’s 10 Best, the newly renovated and award-winning zoo features more than 30 species of endangered animals. What’s more, it offers rides and attractions, a historic carousel, and is within 2 miles of the Will Rogers Shrine.

What You Can Do There — Visitors connect with over 750 animals and more than 170 species from all around the world. You can even hand-feed the giraffe herd, the largest at any zoo in the world. Rides include the historic Carousel, Mountaineer Sky Ride, The Loft, and more. Learn more about the animals at regularly scheduled shows and happenings daily.

Great for Groups — Group programs are plentiful here. WildNights is designed for 10 to 175 people and invites guests to spend the night at the zoo. Docent-led tours are available, as are Zoo Exploration Tours, Animal Encounters, and Animal Husbandry Tours.

Bonus — Group discounts are available.

Broncos Stadium at Mile High, Denver

What You’ll See There — The newly-named stadium is home to the Denver Broncos, Denver’s Major League Lacrosse team, as well as hosts to University football and high school football state championship games.

What You Can Do There — In addition to exciting sporting events, tours of the stadium offer visitors a private “behind-the-scenes” glimpse into areas not typically seen by the public. The walking tour includes stops at the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame Museum, Executive Suites, United Club Level, NFL Visiting Team Locker Room Facilities, and much more. 

Great for Groups — The stadium is ideal for everything from company picnics to corporate meetings, receptions to corporate teambuilding events. Event spaces are plentiful and include the United Club Levels for up to 2000 guests, the Bud Light Champions Club for up to 120 guests, the Party Suite for up to 60 guests, and the Field for up to 1500 guests.

Bonus — Custom event packages are available for group events.

Elitch Gardens Theme & Water Park, Denver

What You’ll See There — With a history that dates back to 1890, Elitch Gardens is a popular destination in Colorado’s Mile High City. Featuring a theme park, water park, entertainment, concerts, shows, dining and more, makes it ideal for your group gathering.

What You Can Do There — The Theme Park engages visitors with thrill rides, family rides, kid’s rides, and water rides. Make a splash at the Water Park until Labor Day with water slides, tube slides and the Epic Mega Wedgie, a 65-foot tall high speed, high-thrill, free-fall slide. Special events include free concerts and “dive-in” movies. Grill food and pizza available.

Great for Groups — Company picnics are a scream at Elitch Gardens with delicious food and unlimited entertainment. Patio parties are great for groups of up to 74. Both offer unlimited access to both the Theme Park and the Water Park, along with a reserved area exclusively for your group.

Bonus — Group discounts are available for groups of 15 or more.

Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Denver

What You’ll See There — A world-renowned open-air amphitheater located in a transitional zone where the Great Plains meet the Rocky Mountains. The theater is a geological phenomenon, naturally-occurring and acoustically-perfect, making it a magical place for concerts and shows.

What You Can Do There — Some of the world’s biggest acts have performed at Red Rocks from Sting and The Beatles, to opera stars and U2. Red Rocks has also become a popular spot for runners and bikers who crave the challenge of working out at 6400 feet. Two trails contained within the park are restricted to hikers only, while another trail that runs east of the park is multi-use for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking. 

Great for Groups — The 30,000 square foot Visitor Center is ideal for parties, meetings, or conferences, with breathtaking views and gourmet food. Four different spaces offer stunning views of the rock formations or the Denver skyline. Upcoming shows and concerts include 1964 The Tribute, David Byrne, Jason Mraz, and Lyle Lovett and his Large Band.

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