Clean & Safe Resource Guide

Our Standards are a Mile High

VISIT DENVER is continually monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and is following the lead of local, state and national health and travel authorities. The safety and well being of our community, partners and visitors is our number one priority. We are fully engaged with local and state officials to coordinate a safe return for visitors and meetings. Our hospitality community is working together to implement enhanced procedures to safely welcome you back with our Mile High Standards.

Last reviewed August 5, 2020

CITY AND STATE GATHERING AND FACE COVERING MANDATES

Current gathering mandates are no more than 100 people for indoor events and 175 for outdoor events. The social distancing calculator provided below is designed to provide you with a gathering number based on square footage. We suggest using this calculator to determine the number of people per space. Please note, indoor events are capped at 100 people and outdoor events are capped at 175 people even if the calculator generates a higher number. The current Public Health Order (PHO) is currently in effect through August 20, 2020.

Social Distancing Calculator
Colorado Guidance for Indoor Events
Colorado Guidance for Outdoor Events

Denver is following the State of Colorado’s Safer at Home strategy, which balances public health safety measures while allowing for opening of the economy. Face coverings are required in the State of Colorado for those age 11 and older in public, indoor settings. This statewide order is in effect through August 15, 2020. Face coverings are required in Denver for those age 3 and older.

Denver International Airport (DEN)

In an effort to ensure that passengers feel comfortable traveling and workers are safe, DEN continues to implement enhancements to our facility and our cleaning procedures. DEN is actively monitoring and assessing the potential impacts of the coronavirus and working closely with partners and airlines to reduce the risk to passengers.

Denver International Airport
RTD's Airport Service Guide

Colorado Convention Center

Currently, the Colorado Convention Center is closed and being used as an Alternative Care Facility. ASM Global and CenterPlate/Sodexo are coordinating to manage the impact of COVID-19 and to protect employees, clients and consumers.

Colorado Convention Center
ASM Global Environmental Hygiene Program
CenterPlate/Sodexo Best Practices

International Association of Venue Managers

Accommodations

The Denver hotel community will closely monitor the COVID-19 situation, remain vigilant and follow recommended procedures and protocols from various health organizations, Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment, other local authorities, and industry-wide hotel cleaning standards through “Safe Stay” initiatives – in an effort to ensure the continued safety & wellbeing of guests and colleagues.

American Hotel Lodging Association: AHLA Stay Safe
Colorado Hotel Lodging Association (CHLA)
Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI)

Hilton's CleanStay with Lysol protection
Hyatt's Global Care & Cleanliness Commitment
IHG Hotels
Marriott Commitment to Clean
Marriott Commitment to Clean - Hotels Spaces
Omni Hotels
Radisson Hotels Health & Safety
Warwick Hotels

Homeshare

Colorado Guidance for Short-Term Rentals
Airbnb
VRBO

Audio/Visual

Meet Safe by PSAV
JSAV Stay Safe Stay Connected

Special Event Venues

Our Special Event Venues are collaborating with vendors across the city in an effort to safely welcome you back to their venues by practicing and following recommended procedures and protocols from various health organizations and industry partners.

Colorado Guidance for Indoor Events
Colorado Guidance for Outdoor Events
Colorado Event Alliance
Event Safety Alliance Reopening Guide

Attractions & Cultural Institutions

From downtown amusement parks to fascinating museums, Denver’s attractions deliver unique and unforgettable experiences. Below is a list (check back often!) of how our cultural facilities and attractions are ensuring a safe and healthy visit. And many of Denver’s attractions and cultural facilities are offering a wide array of online and virtual experiences.The following have announced reopening plans:

Denver Art Museum
Denver Botanic Gardens
Denver Museum of Nature and Science
Denver Zoo
History Colorado

Transportation

No matter how you get around The Mile High City, you can trust that transportation partners are taking extra precautions for a clean and safe journey.

Restaurants & Retail

Restaurants and retailers are committed to providing a memorable experience while ensuring staff and customer health. Denver and Colorado restaurants are open for dine-in service and you can also easily find restaurants offering carryout, curbside or delivery service through ToGoDenver.com.

Restaurants

Colorado Guidance for Restaurants and Food Service
National Restaurant Association
Colorado Restaurant Association

Retail

Cherry Creek Shopping Center
Denver Pavilions
Colorado Retail Guidance

Stadiums /Arenas /Music Venues

Currently, our venues are not open due to the current gathering mandates. Our Denver venues are taking proactive steps to protect the safety and well being of our products, people, communities and customers. We'll continue to update this as we get more information.

Aramark Sports & Entertainment Venue Opening Plan

Additional Resources

Local

City and County of Denver
Denver Guidance for Businesses

State

Colorado Tourism Office
State of Colorado
Guidance for schools, workplaces, & communities

National

CDC Toolkit for Domestic Travelers
CDC's Efforts/President's Plan for Reopening America
CDC's Travel Guidance
CDC's Info for Businesses and Workplaces
CDC Considerations for Events and Gatherings
CDC/White House Opening Up America Again
OSHA Guidance for Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19
US Travel Association Industry Guidance for Promoting the Health and Safety of All Travelers

Other

Small Business, Tourism Worker & Artist Resources
Meetings Mean Business Coalition, Resources and Guidance Factsheet
Events Industry Council
PRA Tactical Design Checklist
World Travel & Tourism Council Safe Travels Global Protocols

We strive to post the most current and accurate information here, but changes do occur. Please check directly with individual businesses and organizations to confirm their most up-to-date guidelines.

Last reviewed August 5, 2020

Header images credits: Mural by artist Austin Zucchini-Fowler, photo by @vasuskin via Instagram; Bluebird Theater photo by sonj85 via Instagram.

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Our Standards are a Mile High

CITY AND STATE GATHERING AND FACE COVERING MANDATES

Denver International Airport