Here at The Denver Group, we love staying in the know about everything happening around town—local events, new restaurants, community news, and more. But one of our favorite things to share is how our friends and clients can save money while still making the most of our incredible city! That’s why we’re excited to highlight all the Free Days in Denver for 2025—your chance to explore some of the city’s best museums, cultural institutions, and outdoor attractions without spending a dime. Mark your calendars and get ready for a year full of budget-friendly fun!
Denver Zoo
Experience wildlife up close at the Denver Zoo on the following Free Days:
- Wednesday, January 10
- Friday, January 26
- Sunday, February 9
- Sunday, April 6
- Friday, November 7
- Saturday, November 15
- Sunday, November 23
Free Day tickets are available online only. Walk-up entries are not permitted. You can book up to five tickets per Free Day, with a limit of one registration per person per day.
Denver Botanic Gardens (York Street & Chatfield Farms)
Photo: Denver Botanic Gardens Website
Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature on these Free Days:
- Monday, January 20
- Thursday, February 13
- Monday, March 10
- Tuesday, April 22
- Tuesday, June 10
- Thursday, July 3
- Wednesday, August 27
- Friday, November 28
Advance ticket reservations are required, and Free Days apply only during regular garden hours. Ticketed events are not included.
Denver Botanic Gardens at Plains Conservation Center
Explore the prairie ecosystem and Colorado's cultural history on these Free Days:
- Thursday, January 16
- Thursday, February 20
- Saturday, March 15
- Thursday, June 12
- Saturday, July 12
- Thursday, August 14
- Saturday, November 15
- Thursday, December 11
This center, a collaboration between the City of Aurora and Denver Botanic Gardens, offers educational programs highlighting the prairie ecosystem.
Denver Art Museum
Engage with diverse art collections on these Free Days:
- Tuesday, January 14
- Saturday, February 22
- Tuesday, March 11
- Tuesday, April 8
- Sunday, April 27
- Tuesday, May 13
- Tuesday, June 10
- Tuesday, July 8
- Sunday, July 27
- Tuesday, August 12
- Saturday, September 6
- Tuesday, September 9
- Tuesday, October 14
- Saturday, November 8
- Tuesday, December 9
General admission is free for visitors aged 18 and under every day.
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Photo: DMNS
Discover the wonders of science on these Free Days:
- Sunday, January 12
- Sunday, February 2
- Friday, March 7 *(5–9 PM only)
- Monday, April 7
- Sunday, April 27
- Monday, May 12
- Thursday, June 19
- Monday, August 25
- Monday, September 15
- Sunday, October 12
- Friday, November 8 *(5–9 PM only)
- Monday, December 8
*On March 7 and November 8, free admission is available only from 5–9 p.m.
Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum
Photo: Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum
Discover Colorado's rich aviation history at the Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum. In 2025, the museum offers free admission on the following days:
- Thursday, February 27
- Wednesday, June 18
- Friday, September 12
- Saturday, November 8
Denver Center for the Performing Arts
Enjoy theatrical performances through the DCPAccess program, offering tickets as low as $11.50. Free performances of "Shakespeare in the Parking Lot" are scheduled on Saturdays from April 5 to May 10 and September 6 to October 11. Dates are subject to change.
Additional Free Attractions
Several institutions offer free admission daily, including:
- Broomfield Veterans Museum
- City of Lakewood Art Exhibitions
- Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park
- Foothills Art Center
- Colorado Music Hall of Fame
- The Aurora History Museum
- Depot Art Gallery
- Louisville History Museum
For a complete and up-to-date list of Free Days and participating organizations, please visit the SCFD website. Remember to check with each institution before attending, as dates and times are subject to change.
Make the most of Denver in 2025—without breaking the bank! And stay tuned for our upcoming blog post on all the best Kids Eat Free deals around town!
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