Things to Do in Centennial
Colorado's youngest city — 110K people, Cherry Creek schools, and a quiet suburban identity
Dining & Nightlife
- Restaurant Count
- 150+
- Breweries & Taprooms
- 3+ (Resolute Brewing, Halfpenny Brewing, Dry Dock nearby)
- Coffee Shops
- Moderate — chains and independents along Arapahoe corridor
- Farmers Market
- Streets at SouthGlenn hosts seasonal market events
- Food Trucks
- Rotating food trucks at Resolute Brewing and community events
Notable Restaurants
- Uncorked Kitchen & Wine Bar (seasonal, locally sourced)
- Olive Branch Grill
- Godavari Denver (South Indian)
- Taku Sushi
Arts & Entertainment
- Community Center
- Trails Recreation Center Cultural Arts Department (South Suburban); Centennial Center Park amphitheater
- Museums
- None locally; Denver Art Museum and History Colorado Center (20 min)
- Theater
- None locally; Town Hall Arts Center (Littleton, 10 min)
- Public Art
- Growing — Centennial Arts and Cultural Foundation installations
Annual Events
- Centennial Fine Art Festival (May, Streets at SouthGlenn)
- Chalk Art Festival (September, Streets at SouthGlenn)
- Grand Holiday Parade at SouthGlenn (December)
- Centennial Under the Stars (summer concerts)
Parks & Outdoors
- Centennial Center Park — 11 acres, amphitheater, splash pad, community events
- Centennial Link Trail — multi-use path connecting neighborhoods
- Cherry Creek State Park — adjacent) — 4,200 acre
- DeKoevend Park — sports fields, playground, disc golf
Pet-Friendly Living
- Off-Leash Dog Parks
- 3+ — Centennial Center Park off-leash area, Gravel Pit Dog Park (Promenade), Bark Park (County Line Rd); Cherry Creek State Park DOLA (107 acres, nearby)
- Pet-Friendly Trails
- Good — Centennial Link Trail, High Line Canal Trail, Cherry Creek State Park (adjacent)
- Vet Clinics
- 10+ clinics — Festival Animal Clinic, VCA, Arapahoe Animal Hospital
- Pet Stores
- PetSmart, Petco, Hollywood Feed
- Dog-Friendly Patios
- Resolute Brewing (dog-friendly patio), Indulge Bistro, Le Peep, Parry's Pizzeria
FAQ — Centennial
What outdoor recreation is available in Centennial?
Centennial Center Park is an 11-acre hub with an amphitheater and splash pad. Cherry Creek State Park (4,200 acres) is adjacent, offering extensive outdoor activities. The Centennial Link Trail is a multi-use path connecting neighborhoods, and the High Line Canal Trail runs 11 miles through Centennial. DeKoevend Park features sports fields, playgrounds, and disc golf.
What dining and shopping options are in Centennial?
Centennial has 150+ restaurants and diverse options along the Arapahoe corridor. Highlights: • Uncorked Kitchen & Wine Bar — seasonal, locally sourced • Godavari Denver — South Indian cuisine • Taku Sushi • Resolute Brewing and Halfpenny Brewing (3+ breweries/taprooms) • Streets at SouthGlenn — open-air shopping, dining, and entertainment district • H Mart for Asian grocery and specialty items