Press Releases https://www.denver.org/articles/ Press Releases Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:48:41 +0000 Denver, Colorado: The Ultimate Winter Vacation Destination https://www.denver.org/articles/post/denver-colorado-the-ultimate-winter-vacation-destination/ https://www.denver.org/articles/post/denver-colorado-the-ultimate-winter-vacation-destination/#comments https://www.denver.org/articles/post/denver-colorado-the-ultimate-winter-vacation-destination/ Mon, 22 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0700

DENVER (Jan. 22, 2024) – Winter starts in Denver. With 300 days of sunshine, world-class dining, a thriving cultural scene and endless outdoor adventure, Denver is the perfect destination to begin

]]> Steers Parade Through Downtown Denver to Kick Off Mile High City’s Oldest Western Tradition https://www.denver.org/articles/post/steers-parade-through-downtown-denver-to-kick-off-mile-high-citys-oldest-western-tradition/ https://www.denver.org/articles/post/steers-parade-through-downtown-denver-to-kick-off-mile-high-citys-oldest-western-tradition/#comments https://www.denver.org/articles/post/steers-parade-through-downtown-denver-to-kick-off-mile-high-citys-oldest-western-tradition/ Thu, 04 Jan 2024 16:00:00 -0700

DENVER (January 4, 2024) – The National Western Stock Show & Rodeo officially kicked-off today with a parade through Denver’s downtown streets featuring 30 longhorn cattle, horses, cowboys, cowgirls,

]]> Colorado Convention Center Expansion Complete and Open for Business https://www.denver.org/articles/post/colorado-convention-center-expansion-complete-and-open-for-business/ https://www.denver.org/articles/post/colorado-convention-center-expansion-complete-and-open-for-business/#comments https://www.denver.org/articles/post/colorado-convention-center-expansion-complete-and-open-for-business/ Thu, 14 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0700

Denver leaders celebrate the completion of the Colorado Convention Center (CCC) expansion with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Pictured left to right: Adam Phipps, DOTI; Greg Feasel, CO Rockies Baseball

]]> Ring in the New Year in the Mile High City https://www.denver.org/articles/post/ring-in-the-new-year-in-the-mile-high-city/ https://www.denver.org/articles/post/ring-in-the-new-year-in-the-mile-high-city/#comments https://www.denver.org/articles/post/ring-in-the-new-year-in-the-mile-high-city/ Tue, 12 Dec 2023 12:00:00 -0700

DENVER (Dec. 12, 2023) – The Mile High City is ready to ring in 2024 with a bang. Families can experience memorable holiday traditions - including a free, ball drop-style countdown at 9 p.m. around

]]> DENVER Selected for ‘Super Bowl’ of Tourism https://www.denver.org/articles/post/denver-selected-for-super-bowl-of-tourism/ https://www.denver.org/articles/post/denver-selected-for-super-bowl-of-tourism/#comments https://www.denver.org/articles/post/denver-selected-for-super-bowl-of-tourism/ Fri, 08 Dec 2023 15:00:00 -0700

IPW 2029 could generate up to $1.7B of international tourism revenue for Mile High City.

Washington D.C. (December 8, 2023) – The U.S. Travel Association announced this week it has selected Denver, CO

]]> Amtrak Winter Park Express Booking Now for 2024 Season https://www.denver.org/articles/post/amtrak-winter-park-express-booking-now-for-2024-season/ https://www.denver.org/articles/post/amtrak-winter-park-express-booking-now-for-2024-season/#comments https://www.denver.org/articles/post/amtrak-winter-park-express-booking-now-for-2024-season/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 12:00:00 -0700

WINTER PARK, Colo., Nov. 29, 2023 — Tickets for the Amtrak Winter Park Express – the “ski train” between Denver and the base of the slopes at Winter Park Resort – are now on sale for the 2024 season.

]]> Events Industry Council Recognizes VISIT DENVER with Sustainability Event Standards Certification https://www.denver.org/articles/post/events-industry-council-recognizes-visit-denver-with-sustainability-event-standards-certification/ https://www.denver.org/articles/post/events-industry-council-recognizes-visit-denver-with-sustainability-event-standards-certification/#comments https://www.denver.org/articles/post/events-industry-council-recognizes-visit-denver-with-sustainability-event-standards-certification/ Tue, 28 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0700

WASHINGTON, DC, USA (November 28, 2023) – The Events Industry Council recently announced that VISIT DENVER has achieved PLATINUM Level certification to the EIC Sustainable Event Standards. Denver is

]]> Denver Shines Bright this Holiday Season https://www.denver.org/articles/post/denver-shines-bright-this-holiday-season/ https://www.denver.org/articles/post/denver-shines-bright-this-holiday-season/#comments https://www.denver.org/articles/post/denver-shines-bright-this-holiday-season/ Thu, 16 Nov 2023 15:00:00 -0700

DENVER (Nov. 16, 2023) – There are endless ways to celebrate the season in The Mile High City during Mile High Holidays, from the return of many beloved traditions to the debut of brand-new shows and

]]> Denver Arts Weeks Kicks Off with Over 550 Events Across the City https://www.denver.org/articles/post/denver-arts-weeks-kicks-off-with-over-550-events-across-the-city/ https://www.denver.org/articles/post/denver-arts-weeks-kicks-off-with-over-550-events-across-the-city/#comments https://www.denver.org/articles/post/denver-arts-weeks-kicks-off-with-over-550-events-across-the-city/ Fri, 03 Nov 2023 15:00:00 -0600

DENVER (Nov. 3, 2023) – The 17th Annual Denver Arts Week, a celebration of Denver’s vibrant and diverse arts and culture scene kicks off today and will run Nov. 3-11. The nine day celebration will

]]> Inaugural DENVER WALLS Festival Draws Thousands to RiNo Art District https://www.denver.org/articles/post/inaugural-denver-walls-festival-draws-thousands-to-rino-art-district-showcases-18-international-and/ https://www.denver.org/articles/post/inaugural-denver-walls-festival-draws-thousands-to-rino-art-district-showcases-18-international-and/#comments https://www.denver.org/articles/post/inaugural-denver-walls-festival-draws-thousands-to-rino-art-district-showcases-18-international-and/ Wed, 18 Oct 2023 14:00:00 -0600

Denver becomes 25th city to host international mural festival WORLDWIDE WALLS, bringing more than 158,000 visitors to the Mile High City to celebrate art, culture and community

DENVER — Oct. 18, 2023

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