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Commons Park Denver with the South Platte River and downtown skyline
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Everything Happening in Commons Park

A 20-acre urban park along the South Platte River in downtown Denver, connecting LoDo to the Highlands.

20 acres
0 upcoming events
6 venues
4 grills
4 recurring activities
20 acres · Est. 2001

A 20-acre urban park along the South Platte River in downtown Denver, connecting LoDo to the Highlands. Popular for its skate park, riverfront trails, and skyline views. A favorite for outdoor fitness and community events.

  • Denver's premier 60,000 sq ft concrete skate park
  • South Platte River Trail access — connects to 80+ miles of trails
  • Downtown skyline views from the hilltop picnic area
  • River access for kayaking and tubing in summer
  • Bridges connecting LoDo to the Highlands neighborhood
  • Free outdoor fitness classes on the central lawn

Event Map — Commons Park

Search and explore all upcoming events in and around Commons Park. Use the filters to find specific event types.

Park Amenities & Facilities

What you'll find at Commons Park — from grills and shelters to trails and sports courts.

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Grills

4 total
  • Hilltop GrillsHilltop picnic area overlooking the river (4)
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Playgrounds

  • Commons Park PlaygroundSouth end of the park
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Skate Parks

  • Denver SkateparkNorth end under the 20th St bridge
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Trails

  • South Platte River TrailAlong the river through the park

Sports Fields

  • Commons Park LawnCentral hillside
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Restrooms

  • Commons Park RestroomsCentral park area
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Parking

  • Street ParkingAlong 15th St and Little Raven St

Grill Locations at Commons Park

Commons Park has 4 charcoal grills across 1 areas. All grills are first-come, first-served unless noted.

Hilltop Grills

4 grills

Hilltop picnic area overlooking the river

Charcoal grills with river and skyline views

Activities & Recurring Groups

Run clubs, sports leagues, fitness groups, and community activities that meet regularly at Commons Park.

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South Platte Trail Running

Group runs along the South Platte River Trail starting from Commons Park

Thursdays 5:30 PM

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Denver Skatepark Sessions

Open sessions at Denver's largest skatepark (60,000 sq ft) — skateboards, BMX, and inline

Year-round, busiest weekends and evenings

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Outdoor Fitness Groups

Boot camp and HIIT workouts on the hilltop lawn with skyline views

Weekday mornings 6:30 AM

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Kayaking & Tubing on the Platte

Summer

Kayaking and tubing on the South Platte River through downtown Denver

Late spring through early fall (water dependent)

Upcoming Events at Commons Park

Everything happening in and around Commons Park — concerts, festivals, community events, and more.

No formal events listed for Commons Park right now. Check out the recurring activities above, or browse all Denver events.

Venues & Locations at Commons Park

Getting to Commons Park

Public Transit

  • Union Station (all RTD lines) — 5 min walk
  • Free MallRide on 16th St
  • B-cycle stations at both ends of the park

Parking

Metered street parking along 15th St and Little Raven St. Union Station parking garage 5 minutes walk.

2101 15th St, Denver, CO 80202

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Denver Skatepark?
The Denver Skatepark is at the north end of Commons Park, under the 20th St bridge. It's 60,000 square feet of concrete features — one of the largest free public skateparks in the US.
Can I kayak at Commons Park?
Yes — the South Platte River runs through Commons Park and is popular for kayaking and tubing in summer when water levels are sufficient. Several outfitters rent tubes and kayaks nearby.
Are there grills at Commons Park?
Yes — there are 4 charcoal grills on the hilltop picnic area overlooking the river and skyline. They're first-come, first-served.

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