Everything Happening in Washington Park
Denver's iconic 165-acre park with two lakes, a historic recreation center, flower gardens, and one of the city's most beloved running loops.
Denver's iconic 165-acre park with two lakes, a historic recreation center, flower gardens, and one of the city's most beloved running loops. Home to run clubs, volleyball leagues, and year-round community happenings.
- •2.6-mile paved loop trail — Denver's most popular running and biking path
- •Sand volleyball courts are Denver's #1 pickup volleyball destination
- •Two lakes: Smith Lake (fishing) and Grasmere Lake (historic boathouse)
- •18 charcoal grills across three areas for picnics and cookouts
- •Mount Vernon replica flower gardens with seasonal blooms
- •Indoor/outdoor pools at the Washington Park Recreation Center
Event Map — Wash Park
Search and explore all upcoming events in and around Washington Park. Use the filters to find specific event types.
Park Amenities & Facilities
What you'll find at Wash Park — from grills and shelters to trails and sports courts.
Grills
18 total- Smith Lake Grills — North side of Smith Lake (8)
- Grasmere Lake Grills — South side of Grasmere Lake (6)
- Lily Pond Grills — Central area near Lily Pond (4)
Shelters
2 total- Washington Park Pavilion — Near the recreation centerReservable
- Grasmere Shelter — South of Grasmere LakeReservable
Playgrounds
2 total- North Playground — Northeast corner near Virginia Ave
- South Playground — Southeast corner
Lakes & Fishing
2 total- Smith Lake — Northern half of the park
- Grasmere Lake — Southern half of the park
Courts
12 total- Volleyball Courts — South end near Grasmere Lake (4)
- Tennis Courts — West side near Downing St (8)
Sports Fields
- Open Fields — Central meadow between the two lakes
Trails
- Wash Park Loop — Perimeter of the park
Gardens
- Washington Park Flower Gardens — Southeast area near Franklin St
Pools
- Washington Park Rec Center Pool — Recreation center, west side
Restrooms
2 total- Recreation Center Restrooms — Washington Park Recreation Center
- Grasmere Restrooms — Near Grasmere Lake boathouse
Parking
2 total- Virginia Ave Lot — North side along Virginia Ave
- Downing St Parking — West side along Downing St
Grill Locations at Wash Park
Wash Park has 18 charcoal grills across 3 areas. All grills are first-come, first-served unless noted.
Smith Lake Grills
8 grills
North side of Smith Lake
Charcoal grills with lake views, popular for weekend cookouts
Grasmere Lake Grills
6 grills
South side of Grasmere Lake
Grills near the boathouse with covered picnic tables nearby
Lily Pond Grills
4 grills
Central area near Lily Pond
Quieter grill area in the center of the park
Activities & Recurring Groups
Run clubs, sports leagues, fitness groups, and community activities that meet regularly at Wash Park.
Wash Park Running Club
Denver's largest informal running group circles the 2.6-mile Wash Park loop
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00 PM, Saturdays 7:30 AM
Sand Volleyball Pickup
Drop-in sand volleyball on the 4 courts near Grasmere Lake — all skill levels welcome
Weekday evenings 5–8 PM, weekends all day (spring through fall)
Denver Volleyball League
Organized co-ed and competitive volleyball leagues on the Wash Park sand courts
Wednesdays & Sundays (May–September)
Yoga by the Lake
Free outdoor yoga sessions on the grass near Smith Lake
Saturday mornings 8:30 AM (June–August)
Wash Park Boot Camp
High-intensity group workout using park benches, stairs, and open fields
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6:00 AM
Grasmere Lake Fishing
Catch-and-release fishing in Grasmere Lake — trout stocked by Colorado Parks & Wildlife
Year-round, stocked in spring and fall
Wash Park Pickleball
Growing pickleball community using the tennis courts during off-peak hours
Weekday mornings 7–10 AM
Community Garden Club
Volunteer garden maintenance and community flower plantings in the formal gardens
2nd Saturday of each month 9 AM (April–October)
Upcoming Events at Wash Park
Everything happening in and around Washington Park — concerts, festivals, community events, and more.
No formal events listed for Wash Park right now. Check out the recurring activities above, or browse all Denver events.
Venues & Locations at Wash Park
Getting to Wash Park
Public Transit
- RTD Bus 12 along Downing St
- RTD Bus 21 along Louisiana Ave
- B-cycle stations at park entrances
Parking
Free street parking along Virginia Ave (north), Downing St (west), Louisiana Ave (south), and Franklin St (east).
701 S Franklin St, Denver, CO 80209
Frequently Asked Questions
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