7 Best Denver New Year’s Eve Fireworks Views

If you are planning to watch Denver’s New Year’s Eve fireworks, the 16th Street Mall offers the best views of the two free shows at 9 PM and Midnight. Both shows run for approximately eight minutes.

Alternatively, consider checking out the rooftop bars for elevated perspectives, but be sure to purchase tickets or make reservations in advance.

We recommend arriving early to secure a good viewing spot.

Prime Viewing Locations:

16th Street Mall

This mile-long pedestrian corridor is considered the prime, free viewing spot. DJs will play music between the shows, creating a lively atmosphere. RTD offers free rides from 7 p.m. on Dec. 31 to 7 a.m. on Jan. 1 for safe travel.
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Civic Center Park

The park offers good views of the fireworks and is also home to the brilliant light display of the Mile High Tree, which hosts a ball drop-style countdown at 9 p.m.
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Elitch Gardens

The theme park is open for its “Elitch Holidays” light display, and its location provides a view of the downtown fireworks from a distance. 
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    Rooftop Views

    Sorry Gorgeous

    An elevated rooftop cocktail bar in the heart of RiNo. Located atop the NOVEL RiNo building, offering stunning skyline views.
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    54thirty Rooftop

    Denver’s highest open-air rooftop bar, located atop the Le Méridien Denver Downtown hotel, known for its handcrafted cocktails, globally inspired small plates, and panoramic views of the city skyline and Rocky Mountains.
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    Peaks Lounge

    Denver’s highest bar, located on the 27th floor of the Hyatt Regency, is famous for its stunning panoramic city and mountain views, upscale cocktails, small plates, and sophisticated atmosphere.
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    Avanti Food & Beverage

    A modern food hall concept in Denver inspired by European markets, featuring rotating, chef-driven culinary concepts in shipping containers, offering diverse, affordable food with lively bars, and great view.
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