Things to Do in Englewood
Small city between Denver and the suburbs — light rail, Swedish Medical, and a revitalizing downtown
Dining & Nightlife
- Restaurant Count
- 75+
- Breweries & Taprooms
- 4+ (Sunroom Brewing, Lady Justice Brewing, Sanitas Brewing, I C Brewhouse)
- Coffee Shops
- Moderate — indie shops along Broadway corridor
- Farmers Market
- Englewood Farmers Market (summer)
- Food Trucks
- Food trucks at breweries and CityCenter events
Notable Restaurants
- Culinary Dropout (upscale bar food, CityCenter)
- Chicago Mike's (authentic Chicago Italian beef & hot dogs)
- Cherry Cricket (iconic Colorado burger joint)
- The Lake House Kitchen & Tavern
Arts & Entertainment
- Community Center
- Hampden Hall at Englewood Civic Center — versatile arts space for theater, dance, music, lectures
- Museums
- Museum of Outdoor Arts (MOA) — 40 artworks in public view throughout downtown; indoor + outdoor exhibitions
- Theater
- Englewood Arts (E-Arts) — community art education and performances since 2002
- Public Art
- MOA outdoor sculpture collection throughout downtown Englewood
Annual Events
- Englewood Arts festivals
- CityCenter community events
- Belleview Park summer events
- Holiday celebrations
Parks & Outdoors
- Belleview Park — 27 acres, mini train ride, playground, fishing pond
- Jason Park — sports fields, community events
- Mary Carter Greenway / South Platte River Trail — connects to Denver trail network
- Pirates Cove Water Park — summer
Pet-Friendly Living
- Off-Leash Dog Parks
- 3+ — Jason Park off-leash area, Duncan Park Off-Leash Dog Area, Englewood Canine Corral (fenced, multi-acre)
- Pet-Friendly Trails
- Mary Carter Greenway / South Platte River Trail — excellent for dog walking
- Vet Clinics
- 5+ clinics — Englewood Animal Hospital, Valley Veterinary, VCA
- Pet Stores
- PetSmart, local pet supply shops
- Dog-Friendly Patios
- Sunroom Brewing, Sanitas Brewing, Lady Justice Brewing, Ladrón Cellars — all dog-friendly
FAQ — Englewood
What outdoor recreation is available in Englewood?
Belleview Park is a 27-acre community park with a mini train ride, playground, and fishing pond. The Mary Carter Greenway connects to the South Platte River Trail, linking Englewood to Denver’s broader trail network in both directions. Jason Park offers sports fields and hosts community events. Pirates Cove Water Park is a popular summer destination.
What dining and shopping options are in Englewood?
Englewood has 75+ restaurants with a growing independent dining scene along the Broadway corridor. Highlights: • Culinary Dropout — upscale bar food at CityCenter • Chicago Mike’s — authentic Chicago Italian beef and hot dogs • Cherry Cricket — iconic Colorado burger joint • Sunroom Brewing, Lady Justice Brewing, Sanitas Brewing, and I C Brewhouse (4+ taprooms) • CityCenter Englewood — transit-oriented mixed-use development at the light rail station • Englewood Farmers Market (summer)