Things to Do in Arvada

Olde Town charm meets trail-system living

Food & Drink

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)
Culture

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
Nature

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
Pets

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
Common Questions

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.