Event Facilities

2027 Event Facility Reservation requests will be accepted via the online portal beginning at 8:00 a.m. on Mon. November 2, 2026

What is available for reservation on November 2, 2026?

• City Park Pavilion, Washington Park Boathouse, and Central Park Pavilion events taking place in 2027
• Chief Hosa Lodge, Fleming Mansion and Montclair Civic Building are already accepting 2027 reservation requests, on a 365-day rolling basis
• **Cheesman Park Pavilion is not reserved through the online portal. Please see our Special Occasion page for information on how to apply

What is the process on November 2?

• Reservation requests are made through the online portal, HERE, beginning at 8:00 a.m. (Mountain Time)
• Applicants must have an activated customer account to make a reservation request. We highly encourage you to set up and activate your account up prior to November 2.
• It is recommended you review the Rules and Regulations prior to making your request
• Upon making your request, you will pay a nonrefundable $210 deposit
• Successfully completing the payment for the $210 deposit will hold the date for you temporarily until it is confirmed via email. The online system does not accept deposits from more than one person for the same date and facility
• Important: Do not pay multiple deposits for multiple dates unless you plan to utilize all dates, as deposits are nonrefundable and cannot be consolidated or transferred to a singular date later on
• A confirmation email with your preliminary permit and next steps will be emailed by Wednesday, November 4. Your patience is appreciated, as we receive a very high volume of reservations this week

Where can I find more information?

• Visit the Event Facilities page to review rental fees and what may be included in the rental
• Open House Tours are available at the event facility, and you can register online HERE
• You may contact the Parks Permit Office at 720-913-0700 or at park.permits@denvergov.org with additional questions

Please email or call to make an in-person appointment at the Parks Permit Office. The office will be open on Tuesday, November 3 to make an in-person reservation for an event facility. In-person appointments will not be available on Monday, November 2. 

• 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

IMPORTANT: If the majority of your Public Event is taking place outside in the park (example: festival or race/walk), and you’d like to add the event facility on…do not use the online portal for your reservation request. You must apply via the 2027 Park Permit Application. See THIS PAGE for more information. 

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(PDF, 182KB)
   Alcohol Sale/Service Permit Requirements(PDF, 167KB)
   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