Set the stage before you arrive
An evening at the theater in Denver should feel seamless from start to finish. Whether you're headed to a ballet, symphony or a Broadway show, how you get there can shape the entire experience. Skip the parking stress and let your night begin the moment you leave home.
Your ride to the arts, reimagined
Venues like the Denver Performing Arts Complex and the Ellie Caulkins Opera House sit in the heart of downtown, where traffic peaks right before the curtain. Taking transit or carpooling lets you arrive relaxed and unhurried so that you can enjoy the experience.
Center of Performing Arts
Light rail
Take the D and H lines to the Theatre District / Convention Center Station from Littleton and Aurora. For all other locations, take the light rail or commuter train nearest you to Union Station and transfer to the 16th Street Freeride.
Bus
The ART, 9, 10, 15, 15L, 16, 28, 32, 38, 43 and 44 will drop off on Champa Street, 15th Street or Stout Street. Plenty of different bus routes to get you to and from the Denver Center of the Performing Arts without having the stress of finding parking.
To view schedules, visit the RTD Next Ride app.
Why performing arts patrons are making the switch
- Arrive with ease - Skip the traffic and enjoy a smoother trip to the theater, concert hall or performance venue.
- Save Money - Avoid parking fees and fuel costs by choosing transit, biking, walking or carpooling.
- Enhance the experience - Leave the driving stress behind and start your evening relaxed and ready to enjoy the show.
- Support a healthier community - Fewer cars on the road means less congestion and cleaner air for everyone.
Plan your route before you go
Check transit schedules, map your bike route or coordinate your carpool ahead of time. A simple plan makes all the difference. Visit the My Way to Go site to track and plan your trips and head over to RTD to find route schedules.