Things to Do in Arvada
Olde Town charm meets trail-system living
Dining & Nightlife
- Restaurant Count
- 200+
- Breweries & Taprooms
- 10+ (New Image, Denver Beer Co Olde Town, Arvada Beer Garden, Wonderland Brewing)
- Coffee Shops
- High in Olde Town — multiple independents and roasters
- Farmers Market
- Olde Town Arvada Farmers Market (Sundays, Jun–Sep)
- Food Trucks
- Active in Olde Town, especially during weekend markets and events
Notable Restaurants
- School House Kitchen (rooftop patio in converted school)
- New Image Brewing + Arty's (nationally recognized hazy IPAs, burger pop-up)
- Law's Chophouse (upscale steaks, truffle mac)
- Homegrown Tap & Dough (wood-fired pizza)
Arts & Entertainment
- Community Center
- Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities (3 theaters, 10,000 sq ft gallery, amphitheater)
- Museums
- Arvada Center galleries (free admission, rotating Colorado/Western regional art)
- Live Music
- Arvada Center amphitheater, Denver Beer Co Olde Town patio (live music weekends)
- Theater
- Arvada Center Main Stage (500 seats) and Black Box Theater (220 seats)
- Public Art
- Olde Town Arvada murals and street art, Arvada Center sculpture garden
Annual Events
- Arvada Harvest Festival & Parade
- Olde Town Art Walks
- Arvada Center season (year-round theater, dance, concerts)
- Spirit of Arvada Awards
Parks & Outdoors
- Ralston Creek Trail — 13.6 mi) into parks and open spac
- Van Bibber wetlands hike for wildlife and solitude
- Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge
- Arvada Reservoir
Pet-Friendly Living
- Off-Leash Dog Parks
- 3 parks: West Arvada Dog Park (10 acres, largest), Tony Grampsas Dog Park, Ulysses Dog Park (agility equipment)
- Pet-Friendly Trails
- Ralston Creek Trail, Van Bibber Open Space, Arvada Reservoir trails
- Vet Clinics
- 8+ (Homeward Bound Animal Hospital, Aspen Ridge, Five Parks Animal Hospital, 24hr Animal Urgent Care on W 64th)
- Pet Stores
- Pet Supplies Plus, Chuck & Don's, PetSmart nearby
- Dog-Friendly Patios
- Most Olde Town Arvada restaurants welcome dogs on patios
FAQ — Arvada
What outdoor recreation is available in Arvada?
The Ralston Creek Trail extends 13.6 miles through parks and open space. Van Bibber Park offers wetlands hiking for wildlife viewing and solitude. Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge and the Arvada Reservoir provide additional nature access. The city boasts 150+ miles of trails overall.
What are the top restaurants and breweries in Arvada?
Arvada has 200+ restaurants, concentrated in the Olde Town district. Notable options include: • School House Kitchen — rooftop patio in a converted school • New Image Brewing + Arty’s — nationally recognized hazy IPAs with a burger pop-up • Law’s Chophouse — upscale steaks and truffle mac • Homegrown Tap & Dough — wood-fired pizza The city has 10+ breweries and taprooms, including Denver Beer Co Olde Town, Arvada Beer Garden, and Wonderland Brewing.