Denver Parks & Recreation | November 11, 2025 | | Not 6-7, it's 11/11 - make a wish! All those 1s are lining up to remind you: don’t forget the November membership sale! Tis the season to express our heartfelt appreciation to all of our dedicated teams and supporters. Your commitment to Denver’s parks and recreation programs makes our community stronger, healthier, and more vibrant. Thank you for all that you do! | |
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Gates to Park Hill Now Open 🥳
Denver Parks and Recreation recently celebrated the initial opening of Park Hill Park! Thanks to a historic land exchange, the city now owns this site, which is open to the public for passive recreation from sunrise to sunset, seven days a week. Visitors can enjoy existing trails, natural scenery, and wildlife viewing, though amenities are minimal at this stage.
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Let's Talk Bees & Bison😉
In the next two episodes of Denver Playcast, learn more about how DPR stewards the land. In the latest drop, we nerd out with Austin from Denver Water and Ian from DPR's Ecology team on all things water and native landscaping. Next up, you'll hear about how Denver Mountain Parks cares for Denver's beloved bison, and the deep connection these amazing animals have to indigenous culture and identity. We dive into the relationship between DPR and Native communities, longtime stewards of the land.
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Warren Miller: Feat. Ruby Hill! ❄️
Winter is coming Denver… and that can only mean one thing: Warren Miller! From big lines and race gates to urban ski hills and unexpected destinations, get stoked to see Ruby Hill featured on the film SNO-CIETY! Coming to the Paramount Theatre for 3 shows Nov. 21-22.
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Mo' Trees, Less Problems 🌳
This month, we celebrated reaching our 2025 tree planting goal of 4,500 new trees with Mayor Mike Johnston, Councilman Watson, and CASR. The accomplishment was marked by the planting of a tulip tree at Benedict Fountain Park. "This accomplishment demonstrates what is possible when we work across departments to improve the quality of life for residents. Projects like this are essential as we continue to address the heat island effect in our communities,” said DPR Executive Director Jolon Clark.
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Visit Buffalo Bill Museum 🦬
You can visit the Buffalo Bill Museum with the MY Denver Card. Free admission for the youth cardholder plus one accompanying adult.
Winter Hours
November 1 – May 19
Tuesday – Sunday
(Closed Mondays)
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Xmas Tree Harvest 🎄
Get a permit and harvest your own Christmas tree with Denver Mountain Parks! Receive a free tree cutting permit and directions to the cutting area near Evergreen. Wear snow boots and bring a hand saw, gloves, and rope to harvest and transport your tree! Tree cutting permits are available through December. Pick up a tree at Cub Creek Park off of 5407 S Brook Forest Road.
Contact: DenverMountainParks@denvergov.org
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Martinez Ribbon Cutting 🎀
Celebrate a new playground, pavilion and tribute plaza to Private Martinez.
W: Nov 14 | 3:00 PM
W: Martinez Park, 900 N Raleigh
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New Park Groundbreaking 🚧
Celebrate the start of construction of the new park at 47th & Telluride!
W: Nov 20 | 12:00 PM
W: 47th Ave and Telluride St
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Let's Compost, Denver! 🍂
Denver’s LeafDrop Program is running from now through November 21. Residents can drop off their leaves to have them turned into compost, rather than ending up in landfill. Learn more about Denver’s LeafDrop Program.
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Hidden History of Cheesman Park 👻
As the city expanded, one of Denver's first cemeteries was transformed into a park, with most of the bodies relocated–though an estimated 3,000 remain beneath the grass. Over time, Cheesman Park evolved into a vital gathering place for Denver's LGBTQ community. Today, it remains a vibrant hub of queer culture.
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Winter activities are LIVE! 🔊
Stay active and make the most of winter with DPR! Browse the guide now and plan your winter fun: Winter 2025–26 Activity Guide.
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Not 6-7, but 35% off! 🤑
Denver Parks and Recreation's annual membership sale will take place November 1 - 30, 2025, with all individual annual memberships discounted 35%.
November Membership Sale Details:
Memberships can be purchased online or in-person at any Denver Recreation Center. Promotional discount only applies to individual annual memberships at all three tiers (Regional, Local, Neighborhood).
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Denver Park Lover ⭐
What do you love the MOST about our Denver Recreation Centers? Submit your answer for a chance to win a swag bag.
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Be a Park Steward 🙌
We have volunteer opportunities available throughout the year. Check our calendar to learn more about current openings and upcoming events. Registration is required.
| | Nov 21 | Native Seeding and Trash Cleanup @ 39th Ave Greenway 🌾 | | |
Nov 12 | Denver Parks & Recreation Advisory Board (PRAB)
Nov 14 | Joe P. Martinez Park Ribbon Cutting
Nov 20 | Groundbreaking Ceremony: New Park at 47th and Telluride
Dec 05 | Ugly Sweater Party @ Montclair
Dec 09 | Montclair Playground Improvements: Community Open House
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Be a Smart(er) Ash 🚨
The emerald ash borer is in Denver. Help us protect Denver’s urban forest. Take action, identify ash trees, and spread the word.
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In Search of Fun? 🔎
Use the Special Events Calendar to search for festivals, markets, runs and walks held in parks and on public streets.
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Food Resources 🍅
All residents should have reliable access to healthy food. Learn how the city can help residents with food insecurity.
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