• 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM: Land at DEN, take the A-Line train to Union Station ($10.50 pp, 37 minutes)
  • Alternative: Rideshare ($25 to 35 pp, 35 to 50 minutes depending on traffic)
  • The A-Line is genuinely the better move. You will see the city unfold as you approach, and it drops you at Union Station, which is beautiful.

• 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM: Lunch at Snooze A.M. Eatery (Union Station location)
  • $12 to 18 pp
  • Pineapple upside-down French toast and the breakfast pot pie are the group favorites
  • Call ahead for groups of 6+
  • Short walk from A-Line arrival

• 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM: Check into hotel, drop bags, quick grocery run (if needed)
  • King Soopers or Whole Foods for water, snacks, and pre-game supplies
  • If rooms are not ready, most hotels store luggage

• 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM: Neighborhood stroll to get oriented
  • Option A: Union Station and LoDo walk (free, 30 to 60 minutes, see Larimer Square string lights)
  • Option B: RiNo mural walk (free, 45 to 90 minutes, Crush Walls street art)
  • Option C: Pool or rooftop time at hotel (if available)

• 6:00 PM: Dinner at Safta (RiNo)
  • $25 to 40 pp
  • Mediterranean mezze platters perfect for sharing, group tables available
  • Book 3 to 4 weeks ahead, request main dining room
  • Travel: 5-minute rideshare from LoDo, walkable from RiNo hotels

• 8:30 PM: Gentle evening walk in RiNo
  • Our Mutual Friend Brewing (2-minute walk from Safta), relaxed local brewery with games
  • Ratio Beerworks (5-minute walk), rooftop patio with sunset views
  • Low-key: head back to accommodation and settle in. Day 2 is the big one.

📌 For the budget-conscious friend: Skip the rideshare to dinner by booking a RiNo restaurant within walking distance of your hotel. The A-Line saves $15 to 25 pp over rideshare from the airport.

• 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM: Breakfast at Denver Biscuit Company
  • $8 to 15 pp
  • The Franklin (fried chicken biscuit with sausage gravy) and candied bacon are the move
  • Get there by 8:30 AM to avoid the line
  • Counter-service format, quick turnaround

• 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM: Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre
  • Free (hiking), $15 to 20 pp rideshare each way (or $5 parking with rental car)
  • The Trading Post Trail (1.4 miles, moderate) hits the best viewpoints
  • Bring water, sunscreen, and layers
  • Allow 2.5 to 3 hours including travel time
  • Travel: 30 minutes from downtown by car
  • Photo moment: Group shots at the amphitheatre seats with the rock formations framing the view
  • Alternative for non-hikers: Denver Botanic Gardens ($15 to 18 pp, fully flat, gorgeous photos)

• 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM: Late lunch at The Dairy Block (downtown)
  • $20 to 35 pp
  • Multiple restaurants in one spot, everyone picks what they want
  • Travel: 25 to 30 minutes from Red Rocks back to downtown

• 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM: Self-guided brewery walk in RiNo
  • Option A: Self-guided RiNo brewery loop (free entry, $5 to 8 per beer). Hit Ratio Beerworks, Our Mutual Friend, and Epic Brewing, all within a 10-minute walk of each other.
  • Option B: Guided Denver Brewery Tour ($45 to 65 pp, 3 to 4 hours, transportation included). Book 2 weeks ahead.
  • Option C: Wine tasting at Infinite Monkey Theorem ($15 to 25 pp) for the non-beer crowd
  • Travel: 5-minute rideshare or 15-minute walk from Dairy Block to RiNo

• 7:00 PM:Dinner at Guard and Grace (downtown)
  • $35 to 55 pp
  • Upscale steakhouse, private dining rooms for 8+
  • Book 4 to 6 weeks ahead, mention bachelorette
  • Travel: 5-minute rideshare from RiNo, walkable if already downtown

• 9:30 PM: Night out in LoDo
  • The Cruise Room (3-minute walk), Art Deco cocktails to start the evening
  • ViewHouse Rooftop (10-minute walk), views and energy to keep the night going
  • Howl at the Moon (8-minute walk), dueling pianos if the group wants high energy
  • Low-key alternative: One more drink at The Cruise Room and call it a night. Day 3 is the main event.

📌 For the budget-conscious friend: Skip the guided brewery tour and do the self-guided RiNo walk. You will save $40+ pp and can choose your own pace and stops.

• 10:00 AM: Brunch at The Lobby (Ballpark)
  • $18 to 28 pp
  • Boozy brunch with live DJ, bottomless mimosas, high-energy atmosphere
  • Make reservations for 10:30 AM, request main dining room
  • Travel: Walkable from LoDo hotels (5 to 10 minutes)
  • Alternative for a chill morning: Lucile's Creole Cafe (Cherry Creek), $15 to 25 pp, famous beignets, calm atmosphere

• 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM: Free time
  • Sleep in, coffee run, slow morning at the hotel
  • This buffer matters. Do not overbook this morning.

• 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM:Group spa at Woodhouse Day Spa (Uptown, 941 E 17th Ave)
  • $80 to 150 pp (mini-facial and manicure packages)
  • Book 4 to 6 weeks ahead, mention group celebration
  • Travel: 5-minute rideshare from LoDo hotels
  • Budget alternative: DIY spa day at your accommodation ($5 pp for supplies from Walgreens, bring your own champagne)

• 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM: Get-ready time at the hotel
  • This is when the group energy builds. Music, getting dressed, pre-dinner photos.
  • Photo moment: Group shots in your going-out looks at the hotel or nearby Larimer Square string lights

• 6:30 PM: Sunset drinks at El Five (Highlands)
  • $15 to 25 pp for cocktails and small plates
  • Get there before sunset for the mountain views
  • Travel: 8 to 10 minute rideshare from LoDo
  • Photo moment: The rooftop sunset is the single best photo opportunity of the trip

• 8:00 PM: Dinner at Osteria Marco (Larimer Square)
  • $30 to 45 pp
  • Family-style Italian, wine pairings, intimate atmosphere
  • Book 3+ weeks ahead
  • Travel: 10-minute rideshare back from Highlands to Larimer Square
  • Alternative splurge: Rioja (next door, $40 to 60 pp, chef's table for 8+)

• 10:00 PM: The big night out (all walkable from Larimer Square)
  • Start at The Cruise Room (LoDo, 8-minute walk from Osteria Marco), Art Deco cocktails to set the mood

• 11:00 PM: Temple Nightclub (downtown, 5-minute walk from Cruise Room), multi-room dance club with bottle service available
  • Alternative: Howl at the Moon (downtown, 10-minute walk), dueling pianos, high energy, bach-party-friendly
  • Alternative: Tracks (RiNo, 5-minute rideshare), LGBTQ nightclub with drag shows, welcoming to all groups
  • Speakeasy option: Williams and Graham (Highlands, 10-minute rideshare from Larimer Square), hidden entrance behind a bookshelf. Book ahead for groups of 6+.

• 1:30 AM: Late-night food at Sam's No. 3 (downtown, walkable from Temple), 24-hour diner. Green chile cheeseburger at 2 AM. No regrets.

📌 For the budget-conscious friend: Skip the spa and do the DIY version. Choose Osteria Marco over the Rioja splurge. Start the night at a walkable LoDo bar instead of the Highlands to save rideshare costs.

The key to a good departure day is not rushing. Build in enough time for a proper goodbye and final group photos.

• 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM: Farewell brunch at Root Down (Highlands)
  • $15 to 25 pp
  • Converted gas station with eclectic vibe, globally-inspired brunch
  • Request the back patio for larger groups
  • Travel: 8-minute rideshare from downtown
  • Alternative for early flights: Quick breakfast at Snooze (Union Station), full circle from Day 1

• 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM: Final group moments
  • Photo moment: Confluence Park (where Cherry Creek meets the South Platte River), 5-minute walk from downtown. Symbolic and scenic.
  • Souvenir stop at Larimer Square boutiques or Union Station shops

Staggered departure strategy:

• Early flights (before 2:00 PM):
  • Luggage storage at Union Station ($12 per bag) or hotel concierge (tip $5 to 10)
  • Quick farewell coffee at Snooze Union Station
  • A-Line to DEN: allow 75 minutes total including wait time

• Afternoon flights (2:00 PM to 6:00 PM):
  • Full farewell brunch at Root Down
  • Group photos at Confluence Park
  • Shared rideshare to airport ($25 to 35 to split)

• Late flights (after 6:00 PM):
  • Bonus: Denver Art Museum ($15 pp, stunning architecture, air-conditioned)
  • Or: Casual lunch at Union Station before heading to DEN
  • A-Line departure from Union Station

📌 For the budget-conscious friend: Take the A-Line instead of rideshare for airport transfer. Use hotel luggage storage (free or tip-based) instead of paid storage.