Park Hill Denver is a pleasant residential neighborhood located in northeast Denver and is home to over 26,000 residents. Park Hill is one of the largest, oldest and most diverse neighborhoods in Denver. Besides being positioned in a great location within the city, Park Hill has many great places to eat, shop and get together with friends and family for a good time. Let’s explore some of these by showcasing four can’t miss annual events happening near Park Hill Denver.
Park Hill 4th of July Parade
This is one of the main events happening each year in this historic neighborhood, and it even has its own countdown clock on the website dedicated to the event. This event promises a memorable time for the residents of this diverse community, giving them a chance to come together and celebrate Independence Day.
The parade runs one mile down east 23rd St., and has more than 50 groups represented, including the usual parade fixtures: floats, costumed characters, classic cars, marching bands, and, of course, candy. The after parade street fair is where the fun really begins with music, food, drinks, kid activities, and neighborhood mingling.
Mile High Wine Fest
Residents of Park Hill can get to know their adjacent neighbors to the east in Stapleton by attending the annual Mile High Wine Fest at The Shops at Northfield Stapleton. This popular open-air shopping plaza is a close-by destination Park Hill residents will want to get know, as it has 80+ shops, 25+ dining options, a comedy club, and special events.
The Mile High Wine Fest is an annual event, this year scheduled for July 14 from 3-8 p.m., which is just enough time to enjoy the 20+ wineries and 25+ food vendors attending. And while attendees are enjoying as much quality food and wine as they can handle, they’ll be able to listen to the live entertainment from these three bands:
- The McPherson Project
- Madalynn and the Perennial Sound
- The Movers and Shakers
This promises to be a great event, especially for those who enjoy quality wine, food and entertainment. Those in attendance can check out the Shops at Northfield Stapleton. Having awesome adjacent neighborhoods like Stapleton just makes Park Hill an even more attractive area in which to live.
Park Hill Home Tour and Street Fair
This long-running annual event that started in 1978 is great way to spend a Sunday in the fall. This year, the home tour and fair is set for Sept. 23rd, and Park Hill residents can come together and appreciate the unique architecture of their neighborhood.
Featuring beautiful homes within this historic district, the Home Tour and Street Fair also boasts over 100 vendors, including food trucks, live entertainment, wine and beer gardens, and children’s activities.
The Home Tour and Street Fair runs from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and is held between Forest Parkway and Montview Boulevard on 17th Ave. Under the beautiful canopy of trees along the streets and in the park areas, this popular event appeals to every Park Hill resident and visitors alike. Sponsored by the Greater Park Hill Community, this event helps support neighborhood safety and advocacy programs, food assistance programs, community events, and the Greater Park Hill News.
Park Hill Garden Walk
This event is sure to appeal to all those who love nature and gardens in particular. This annual event happens in late June each year, and this year is scheduled for June 24 from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m.
Ten beautiful gardens carefully curated by Park Hill residents are showcased during the walk, which means each year participants can see the best gardens and meet the best gardeners in their own beloved neighborhood.
Advance tickets are $12 proceeds are given to the Greater Park Hill Community, a volunteer organization that supports the neighborhood in altruistic ways. This event is great way to meet neighbors who enjoy their gardens, as well as to appreciate the surprising and amazing ways they garden.
Summary
These annual events are only a snapshot of all the fun and exciting things to do in or near Park Hill Denver, which according to The Know is “…one of the city’s oldest, least understood neighborhoods – and one of its most pleasant.” Suffice it to say, Park Hill Denver is a special neighborhood where community is cherished and celebrated.
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