City Park Pavilion

2026 Event Facility Reservations will be accepted online beginning at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday November 1, 2025.

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   What is available for reservation on November 1, 2025?
   • City Park Pavilion, Washington Park Boathouse, and Central Park Pavilion events taking place in 2026
   • Chief Hosa Lodge, Fleming Mansion and Montclair Civic Building are already accepting 2026 reservation requests, on a 365-day rolling basis
   • Cheesman Park Pavilion has a different reservation process. Please see our Special Occasion page for information on how to apply

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   What is the process on November 1?
   • Reservation requests are 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
   • Successfully completing the payment for the $210 deposit will hold the date for you temporarily until it is confirmed via email - you will receive a confirmation email within 2 business days with your preliminary permit and next steps
   • Important: Do not pay multiple deposits for multiple dates unless you plan to utilize all dates, as deposits are nontransferable and nonrefundable
   • Due to a high volume of reservations, confirmation emails (containing your preliminary permit and next steps) will be sent through Wednesday, November 5. Your patience is appreciated

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   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 4 to make an in-person reservation for an event facility.

Amenities

• Staging kitchen (2 refrigerators, 2 warming ovens, sink and counterspace)
• Tables & chairs (Amounts can vary. We recommend confirming table and chair counts at your walkthrough, 30-45 days before your event. Furniture for indoor use only unless noted otherwise)
• Changing room
• On-site event facilitator
  
  

Tables and Chairs: For indoor use only

To view a calendar of availability and make a reservation request, click the "Get Started" button on this page. 

Capacity: 350 people

Rental dates available: April 15 – October 15
Reservation process begins November 1 for the following calendar year.

Rental times:

Monday – Sunday: 2:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

Minimum rental: 4 hours

9 hour rental blocks:

• Weekdays (Mon – Thurs): $900
• Weekends (Fri – Sun) & holidays: $1,500
• Bandshell (Gazebo): $260 or $440 depending on alcohol service
• Sopris Garden: no fee

Registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization may be offered a 50% discount on rental fees for activities benefitting the organization (activities booked on behalf of individuals and other nonprofit categories are excluded).

Nine-hour rental block must include time for set up, event, cleanup, plus deliveries and pickups.

Use of Adjacent Bandshell & Sopris Garden:

After reserving the facility, you may request use of the Bandshell and/or Sopris Gardens

• Please review the specific boundary outlines HERE(PDF, 2MB)  
• Facility provided furniture must remain indoors
• All setup must stay within the designated boundaries

Bandshell Fee:

• $260 – if no alcohol is present outdoors
• $440 – if alcohol will be present outdoors

*There is no additional fee to use the Sopris Garden

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

Beer, wine, champagne and hard alcohol may be served/sold.

• If serving or selling alcohol:  Liquor Liability or Host Liquor Liability is required with your insurance coverage.
• If selling alcohol:  a Special Event Liquor License must be acquired from the Denver Dept. of Excise and Licenses.
• A licensed bartender who is not a guest of the event is required for the service of any alcohol

View full alcohol policy(PDF, 182KB)

Alcohol Sales/Service Requirements(PDF, 167KB)

Event Facility Tours:

Tours are open house style, and you may arrive at any point within the listed timeframe. Groups are welcome to attend but only one person should 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 those 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 by the 25th of the current month for the following month. Dates listed online may be out of chronological order.