Successes

Celebrating the wins, milestones, and momentum that make Denver's Ballpark District a cleaner, safer, and more vibrant place to live, work, and play.

Ballpark Collective members on the Denver City and County Building steps in Ballpark district t-shirts

Ballpark GID Launch

Supported the formation of the Ballpark General Improvement District in January 2025 to fund consistent quality-of-life improvements across the district.

Watch the GID launch video ↗

Volunteers gathered on a Ballpark District sidewalk for a neighborhood cleanup

Clean Streets

Advocate and collaborate on beautification, public art, and district-wide cleanup initiatives keeping the Ballpark District welcoming for residents and visitors.

Keeping it Green

Since 2016, Ballpark Collective collaborates with DOTI, Forestry, DDP, the Rockies and other experts to improve the urban tree canopy in the Ballpark District. It is a significant challenge to properly care for non-indigenous trees in the semi-arid, high desert climate of Colorado. Efforts have saved, replaced, and received proper species-specific care - watering, tree grate management, mulching, fertilizing, pruning, tree guards for over 100 trees.

Speaker addressing a full room of neighbors at a Ballpark Collective community meeting

Community Building

Host events, partnerships, and programs that bring together residents, businesses, and supporters.

Denver Police officers presenting to neighbors at a Ballpark District safety meeting

Safety & Security

Ongoing advocacy and coordination with law enforcement and city partners to improve safety across the district.

Community Festivals & Events

Ballpark Collective produces and supports festivals and events that draw neighbors and visitors into the district, showcasing local businesses, food and drink vendors, artists, and entertainment.

Nighttime crowd wearing light-up headphones in front of a lit stage at Stars & Stripes Streetfest — Stars & Stripes StreetfestJuly 2 to July 13, 2021Held during the MLB All-Star Game in Denver's Ballpark District.

Three people toasting at a table outside Coors Field during the Colorado Cornhole Classic — Colorado Cornhole ClassicAug 23 to 25, 2024A weekend long community cornhole tournament and music festival.

Irish step dancers performing on an outdoor stage at Irishfest Denver — Irishfest DenverMarch 13 to 15, 2019 and March 14, 2026A community Irish festival in Denver's Ballpark District featuring local food and drink vendors, entertainment, and other surprises.

Recap Videos

Colorado Cornhole Classic 2024 Recap

Irishfest Denver 2019 Recap

Square on 21st Pop-Up Park + 5280 Trail

Held the first public meeting for the 5280 Trail and hosted 15 events for the pop-up park in 2017. Ballpark Collective continues to advocate for the 5280 Trail, green space, and public space in the district.

Supporting Public Art & Graffiti Art Projects

Ballpark Collective champions the murals, graffiti art, and public art that give the district its unmistakable character. Working with local artists, property owners, businesses, and city partners, we help fund, permit, and promote new walls, alleyway installations, and rotating art projects. These works deter tagging, activate overlooked spaces, and turn everyday walks through the neighborhood into a free, open-air gallery.

Alley Vigilante mural by Sean Marshall featuring Batman and Catwoman in a Ballpark District alley — Alley Vigilante by Sean Marshall

Mr. Sparkles mural painted on a lime green roll-up door in the Ballpark District — Mr. Sparkles

Wild Wild West graffiti mural wall along a Ballpark District parking lot — Wild Wild West by Speakism, Tuke & Mike Graves

Close-up of the Wild Wild West spray paint mural in the Ballpark District — Wild Wild West by Speakism, Tuke & Mike Graves

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