Park Capacities is a 2026 document from the City and County of Denver, listed on the Special Occasion permit page among the resources and requirements for holding private, invitation-only events in Denver parks. It is used alongside a park permit application, which the Parks Permit Office receives by email or in person. On FillingPDF you can fill out the form online and download or print the completed PDF; the city publishes the original PDF at denvergov.org, and permit applications follow the city's own channels.
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What is Park Capacities – Denver, CO?
Park Capacities is a City and County of Denver document that appears in the list of permit resources and requirements for Special Occasion permits in Denver parks, next to the restrictions list, the park closure list, the athletic priority park information and the park maps.
Special Occasions are private, invitation-only events in parks. The city's page for them lists Park Capacities under "Permit Resources & Requirements", together with:
- 2026 Restrictions and Requirements: By Park and Permit Type
- 2026 Park Closure and Advisory List
- 2026 Athletic Priority Park Information
- Maps, including permittable spaces available to request
Park Capacities is a reference document, not the permit application itself. The application is a separate document, and the city's page says the 2027 Park Permit Application is published on the Public Events, Special Occasions or Assembly/1st Amendment page after 4:00 p.m. on Friday, October 23. Permit applications for park sites are received by the Parks Permit Office, which answers questions at 720-913-0700 and [email protected].
The city's page ties the same resource list to Special Occasions only. Public Events (festivals, concerts, run/walks) and Assemblies/1st Amendment Activities have their own pages, and Event Facilities have a separate page for fees, payment schedule and cancellation policy.
Who needs to file Park Capacities – Denver, CO?
Anyone planning a Special Occasion in a Denver park, meaning a private, invitation-only activity, can use Park Capacities as a resource when preparing a park permit application. The same page also covers Public Events and Assemblies/1st Amendment Activities, which have their own pages.
Rules the city attaches to the permit application:
- The applicant must be 18 years or older.
- Another person may submit the application, but the individual applicant's name and signature must be included.
- The applicant must designate an Authorized Agent (18+) who is an employee, a board member, or someone with written authorization on letterhead.
- A new Agent must submit an authorization letter, signed by an employee or board member, with the application. Only the Authorized Agent receives communication from the Parks Permit Office unless a change is submitted in writing.
- Nonprofits must include 501(c)(3) verification with the application.
If your request includes City Park Pavilion, Central Park Pavilion or Washington Park Boathouse, the page asks you to list the requested dates and times, including setup and teardown, on the permit application.
When to file Park Capacities – Denver, CO
Park permit applications must be submitted no later than 30 days prior to the first permitted day of the activity. Park Capacities has no deadline of its own; you consult it while preparing that application.
After you apply, allow one business day for the Parks Permit Office to confirm receipt. Within seven business days of receiving the application, you are sent an email with a preliminary permit, which serves as an invoice, and a list of permit requirements.
If you want several dates for the same activity, such as a church service or a monthly club meeting, you must wait 30 days between submitting applications. The city's page also lists an open date of Monday, November 2, 2026, starting at 8:00 a.m. (Mountain Time); on that day applications are accepted only by email, not in person. Final information on that process is posted after 4:00 p.m. on Friday, October 23.
Documents you need
- 501(c)(3) verification, either an IRS Determination Letter or Colorado Secretary of State registration: required with the application when the applicant is a nonprofit.
- Authorization letter signed by an employee or board member: required with the application when you name a new Authorized Agent.
- Written authorization on letterhead: needed when the Authorized Agent (18+) is neither an employee nor a board member.
- The applicant's name and signature on the application, even when another person submits it.
How to fill out Park Capacities – Denver, CO
Get the Park Capacities PDF
Open the document on this page or from the city's Special Occasion permit page, and have it beside your permit application while you plan the event.
Check each park you may request
Look up every park you are considering in Park Capacities, and review the other listed resources for those parks, such as the restrictions and closure lists.
List parks and dates in preference order
On your permit application, you may list multiple parks and dates in order of preference. Availability is checked in that order, and the first available option is offered.
Add setup and teardown times
If you request City Park Pavilion, Central Park Pavilion or Washington Park Boathouse, indicate the dates and times including setup and teardown.
Enter applicant and agent details
The applicant must be 18 or older. Designate an Authorized Agent (18+) who is an employee, a board member or has written authorization on letterhead.
Sign and attach supporting letters
Make sure the individual applicant's name and signature are on the application. Attach an authorization letter for a new Agent and 501(c)(3) verification if you are a nonprofit.
Review and download the completed PDF
Check every entry, then download or print the completed PDF from FillingPDF and submit your permit application through the channels described under How to submit.
How to submit Park Capacities – Denver, CO
Park permit applications are accepted by email or in person at the Parks Permit Office.
- Email: send the application to [email protected]. One application per email is accepted. On November 2 all applications must be sent by email.
- In person: Parks Permit Office, 6820 E. 12th Ave, Denver, CO 80220. In-person appointments are open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; on Monday and Friday the office is available by phone and email, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Park permit applications are not accepted in person on November 2.
- Phone: 720-913-0700 for questions.
Make sure the application carries the proper signature, and include 501(c)(3) verification if you are a nonprofit. The preliminary permit emailed to you works as an invoice; the city's page has a link to view your permit or pay permit fees, and the amount is set by the city. FillingPDF lets you fill out and download the PDF; submission follows the channels above.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting a park permit application fewer than 30 days before the first permitted day of the activity.
- Sending more than one application in a single email; the Parks Permit Office accepts one application per email.
- Leaving out 501(c)(3) verification when the applicant is a nonprofit.
- Submitting without the individual applicant's name and signature because someone else sends the application.
- Naming a new Authorized Agent without an authorization letter signed by an employee or board member.
- Submitting applications for multiple dates of the same activity less than 30 days apart.
- Going in person to apply on November 2; applications are not accepted in person that day.
- Requesting City Park Pavilion, Central Park Pavilion or Washington Park Boathouse without listing dates and times including setup and teardown.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Denver Park Capacities document?
Park Capacities is a 2026 City and County of Denver document listed among the permit resources for Special Occasion permits in Denver parks. It is a reference listed with the restrictions, closure and map resources; the permit application itself is a separate document.
How far in advance do I apply for a Denver park permit?
No later than 30 days before the first permitted day of the activity. Applicants seeking multiple dates for the same activity must also wait 30 days between submitting applications.
Where do I send a Denver park permit application?
Email it to [email protected], one application per email, or bring it to the Parks Permit Office at 6820 E. 12th Ave, Denver, CO 80220. In-person appointments run Tuesday to Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Who can apply for a park permit in Denver?
Applicants must be 18 or older. Someone else may submit the application, but the individual applicant's name and signature must be included, and an Authorized Agent (18+) must be designated.
What do nonprofits need to include with a park permit application?
501(c)(3) verification: either an IRS Determination Letter or Colorado Secretary of State registration. The city's page requires it with the application for nonprofits.
How long until I hear back after applying?
Allow one business day for the Parks Permit Office to confirm receipt. Within seven business days of receiving the application, you are emailed a preliminary permit, which serves as an invoice, with a list of permit requirements.
Who do I contact with questions about a Denver park permit?
Contact the Parks Permit Office at 720-913-0700 or [email protected]. The office is reachable by phone and email Monday and Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and open for in-person appointments Tuesday to Thursday.
Can I fill out Park Capacities on FillingPDF?
You can fill out the PDF online on FillingPDF and download or print it. FillingPDF is an independent service, is not connected to the City and County of Denver and does not submit permit applications; those go to the Parks Permit Office.
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