Everything Happening in Central Park
Denver's largest master-planned community centered around the vast Central Park open space (formerly Stapleton).
Denver's largest master-planned community centered around the vast Central Park open space (formerly Stapleton). Family-friendly with splash pads, sports complexes, playgrounds, and community events throughout the year.
- •Aviation-themed playgrounds referencing the former Stapleton Airport
- •6-field sports complex for youth and adult leagues
- •Weekly summer farmers market with local vendors and food trucks
- •Concrete skate park and fenced dog park
- •Miles of connected paved trails through the community
- •Free summer movies and community events on the central lawn
Event Map — Central Park
Search and explore all upcoming events in and around Central Park. Use the filters to find specific event types.
Park Amenities & Facilities
What you'll find at Central Park — from grills and shelters to trails and sports courts.
Grills
12 total- Central Park Grills — Near the main pavilion and picnic area (8)
- Aviator Pool Grills — Near Aviator Park pool area (4)
Shelters
- Central Park Pavilion — Main park areaReservable
Playgrounds
2 total- Aviator Park Playground — Aviator Park area, north section
- Runway 35 Playground — South section near E 29th Ave
Pools
- Central Park Pool — Central Park Recreation Center
Sports Fields
6 total- Central Park Sports Complex — Northeast section (6)
Courts
6 total- Basketball Courts — Near the recreation center (2)
- Tennis Courts — East side of the park (4)
Trails
- Central Park Trail Network — Throughout the community
Skate Parks
- Central Park Skate Park — Near E 29th Ave
Dog Parks
- Central Park Dog Park — East side near Havana St
Restrooms
- Recreation Center Restrooms — Central Park Recreation Center
Parking
- Central Park Recreation Center Lot — Adjacent to the rec center
Grill Locations at Central Park
Central Park has 12 charcoal grills across 2 areas. All grills are first-come, first-served unless noted.
Central Park Grills
8 grills
Near the main pavilion and picnic area
Charcoal grills at the central gathering area
Aviator Pool Grills
4 grills
Near Aviator Park pool area
Grills near the splash pad and pool for family cookouts
Activities & Recurring Groups
Run clubs, sports leagues, fitness groups, and community activities that meet regularly at Central Park.
Central Park Running Group
Family-friendly group runs through the Central Park trail network
Saturdays 8:00 AM
Youth Soccer Leagues
Spring and fall youth soccer leagues on the Central Park sports complex
Saturdays (March–May, August–October)
Central Park Farmers Market
Weekly farmers market with local produce, food trucks, and live music
Sundays 9 AM–1 PM (June–October)
Movies in the Park
Free outdoor movie screenings on the central lawn
Select Friday evenings in summer
Flag Football League
Adult co-ed flag football on the sports complex fields
Sundays 10 AM (fall)
Skate Park Sessions
Open skate sessions and occasional competitions at the concrete skate park
Year-round, busiest weekends
Upcoming Events at Central Park
Everything happening in and around Central Park — concerts, festivals, community events, and more.
No formal events listed for Central Park right now. Check out the recurring activities above, or browse all Denver events.
Getting to Central Park
Public Transit
- RTD A Line — Central Park Station
- RTD Bus 105 along MLK Jr Blvd
Parking
Free parking at the Central Park Recreation Center and along MLK Jr Blvd.
9651 MLK Jr Blvd, Denver, CO 80238