river in downtown Denver
 

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Denver Offsites

 

Perfect for lovers of beer and mountain-living.

Denver is a city that seems to have it all—great weather, beautiful landscapes, endless greenery, incredible restaurants, and a thriving arts and culture scene. It is also known as the Mile High City due to its elevation. The city is 5,280 feet or 1,609 meters (one mile) above sea level. This Colorado capital boasts 300 days of sunshine, has the tenth largest downtown region in the US, and a unique city park system. It is home to over 200 parks and over 20,000 acres of urban parks and mountain parkland, providing a vast abundance of outdoor team-building experiences and activities. Along with a plethora of green spaces, the city is chock-full of activities and attractions, which include museums, sports stadiums, a zoo, an aquarium, and even a waterpark—all within walking distance of each other. And if your team loves beer, they'll be pleased to learn that along with delicious farm-fresh food, Denver is also affectionately called The Best Beer City in America. It is also home to The Great American Beer Festival, the country's largest ticketed beer festival. So whether your team wants to get their feet wet by kayaking, attend a Denver sporting event, visit a local brewery or stroll through a farmers' market, Denver is the perfect place for your next corporate team retreat.


 

Why Denver is great for your next offsite

With gorgeous landscapes, unforgettable vistas, and a vast variety of outdoor activities, the beautifully diverse state of Colorado is the perfect place for your next company offsite retreat. From deep rivers to the tippy-tops of mountains, Colorado is home to ample nature, incredible wildlife, and 300 days of sunshine. Along with boundless nature, the capital, Denver, is a fun-filled city known for its huge variety of activities for every type of individual. The city also has a sizable, yet walkable, downtown core home to attractions like sports stadiums, the nation’s second-largest performing arts center, museums, a river offering whitewater rafting, a downtown theme and water park, restaurants, an aquarium, and a huge range of hotel options—all within walking distance of each other. The city is known for its craft beer selection and local farm-fresh food scene. So whether your team is looking to stay within the city, or opt to explore the region’s mountains, rivers, and hot springs, Denver and its surrounding areas are the perfect places for a company offsite retreat.


 

Sample Denver Offsite Itineraries

 

Denver Leadership Offsite

 
lakes and mountains near Denver

Duration: 2-4 nights
Group Size: 5-15 people
Price: starting at $2,500 /person

Lodging: Make your stay unforgettable by snagging some rooms attached to the only members club in Denver - think Soho house-esque. With a rooftop pool, co-working lounge, and bright meeting spaces you might not want to leave.

Activities: During baseball season, reserve a box for the team to watch the Rockies play or head to Red Rocks for unique concert experience. Additionally, you can take the team out of the city and participate in some fly fishing lessons!

 

Denver Team Offsite

 
union station in Denver

Duration: 3-4 nights
Group Size: 40+ people
Price: starting at $2,500 /person

Lodging: Stay in the historic train station that was built in 1900s, but meticulously renovated in 2014 to be opened as a unique boutique hotel or rent out an entire 50-room hotel down the street.

Activities: Spend some time in the community by volunteers at the local soup kitchen and then head out for a nice hike in Red Rocks Park. If your team is more water-based take the team out to learn how to fly fish in groups of 10.

 

Denver All-Company Offsite

 
garden of the gods

Duration: 3-4 nights
Group Size: 40+ people
Price: starting at $2,500 /person

Lodging: By combining a newly built hotel that overlooks Coors stadium with its sister property down the road you can house your team in the center of many restaurants while also having ample outdoor meeting space.

Activities: Get some physical activity in with a kickball tournament. Cheerleaders and refs are always needed for those who may not want to participate. Winning team received personalized company medals!

 

 

Best time of the year for an offsite in Denver

 

Denver comes alive in the spring as the weather becomes more pleasant and warmer. Spring also brings a spring bloom as well as festivals. Ski resorts are also still open, although conditions may not be ideal. Although temperatures are rising, rain and snow are possible in early spring.

Spring: (March-May)

 

Denver enjoys low relative humidity summers, which translates into beautiful sunny days and comfortably cool evenings. The mild summer weather is also due to the city’s altitude. Although there are many things to do in Denver during the summer, this is also the peak tourism season.

Summer: (June-August)

 

Autumn: (September-November)

Fall brings with it cooler temperatures and beautiful fall foliage. Denver has one of the longest periods of fall foliage largely because there are five different climate zones located within a two-hour drive of the city.

 

Winter: (December-March)

Although there are plenty of things to do in Denver during the winter, expect cold weather and snow. December is the coldest month of the year, while March is the snowiest month.

 

The best times to visit Denver are during the shoulder seasons. During these months, the temperatures are mild, prices are lower, and there are fewer crowds.

Ideal Offsite Season (April-May & September-October)

 

 

FAQ for Offsites in Denver

What is the closest international airport to Denver?

The closest international airport is Denver International Airport (DEN/KDEN), a 30 minute drive outside of downtown Denver.


What type of team-building activities can we do in Denver?

Denver is a metropolis surrounded by beautiful nature, specifically mountains, which means it has many team-building indoor and outdoor team-building activities. A couple of unique activities you can do in and around Denver include skiing, visiting a local brewery (or going to a Beer Spa), hiking, going on a ghost tour, visiting the zoo, going on a city-wide scavenger hunt, horseback riding or ziplining.


What types of groups is Denver good for?

Denver is the perfect city for every group, whether big or small. The city has many different accommodation options that can fit the needs of any type of group. The region has many different types of rustic accommodations located in the mountains or near hot springs that can accommodate specific needs, requests, and group sizes.


What type of budget is good for Denver?

Denver is a city that can be found right in the middle—it’s not too expensive, but it's not too budget-friendly. As a result, a corporate offsite retreat in Denver doesn’t necessarily have to be costly as there are budget-friendly alternatives available.