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2025 Denver Free Days List - Dates, Locations, and Details

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Fellow thrifty Denverites, we all know things don't cost what they used to: groceries, houses, even car maintenance. But there are a few things that haven't gone up a penny. In fact, they don't even cost a dime.

SCFD (Scientific and Cultural Facilities District) hosts complimentary days year-round at culturally enriching establishments throughout the Denver area. The SCFD district includes the counties of Denver, Adams, Arapahoe, Broomfield, Boulder, Douglas, and Jefferson. So this year, why not indulge your intellect, soak up some culture, and still keep those hard-earned dollars nestled snugly in your wallet? With 2025 Denver free days, it's a resolution you can already check off your list.

*Pro tip: Check your destination's website for the latest information on how to get tickets. And if the location allows reservations, snag those spots… like yesterday. Free days fill up fast.

2025 Denver Free Days

Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave Free Days: 2025 Schedule

Get a dose of the Wild West—for free! Take advantage of these opportunities to explore Buffalo Bill’s legendary story and pay homage to the man himself at his final resting place.

  • February 5
  • March 5
  • April 2

Denver Art Museum Free Days: 2025 Schedule

Expand your horizons (and your Insta feed) with free admission to Denver’s treasure trove of creativity. Mark your calendar, because art this good shouldn’t be missed.

  • Tuesday, January 14
  • Saturday, February 22
  • Tuesday, March 11
  • Tuesday, April 8
  • Sunday, April 27
  • Tuesday, May 13
  • Tuesday, June 10
  • Tuesday, July 8
  • Sunday, July 27
  • Tuesday, August 12
  • Saturday, September 6
  • Tuesday, September 9
  • Tuesday, October 14
  • Saturday, November 8
  • Tuesday, December 9

Denver Botanic Gardens (York Street & Chatfield) Free Days: 2025 Schedule

Reconnect with nature without breaking the bank. From lush greenery to serene landscapes, these free days let you breathe in beauty across two gorgeous locations.

  • Monday, Jan. 20 (Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
  • Thursday, Feb. 13
  • Monday, March 10
  • Tuesday, April 22 (Earth Day)
  • Tuesday, June 10
  • Thursday, July 3
  • Wednesday, Aug. 27
  • Friday, Nov. 28 (the day after Thanksgiving)

Denver Botanic Gardens

Denver Museum of Nature and Science Free Days: 2025 Schedule

Get hands-on with the wonders of science and nature—without the financial gravity. With themes ranging from Juneteenth to Día del Niño, there’s something for everyone to discover.

  • Sunday, January 12
  • Sunday, February 2
  • Friday evening, March 7 (Girls & Science)
  • Monday, April 7
  • Sunday, April 27 (Día del Niño, in collaboration with the Mexican Cultural Center)
  • Monday, May 12
  • Thursday, June 19 (Juneteenth)
  • Monday, August 25
  • Monday, September 15
  • Sunday, October 12 (Out! at the Museum)
  • Saturday evening, November 8 (Night at the Museums for Denver Arts Week)
  • Monday, December 8

Denver Zoo Free Days: 2025 Schedule

It’s a jungle out there—and on these free days, it’s yours to explore. Reserve your spot online and come face-to-face with Denver’s wildest residents. 
At the time of publishing, the Denver Zoo has not released its 2025 free day dates. Please check their free days page for updates.

Denver Zoo

City of Aurora Plains Conservation Center Free Days: 2025 Schedule

Step back in time to Colorado’s prairie past. From bison spotting to homestead exploring, these free days are your chance to roam where the buffalo (used to) roam.

  • Thursday, Jan. 16, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Thursday, Feb. 20, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 15, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Thursday, June 12, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  • Saturday, July 12, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  • Thursday, Aug. 14, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  • Saturday, Nov. 15, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Thursday, Dec. 11, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Clyfford Still Museum Free Days: 2025 Schedule

Immerse yourself in the abstract genius of Clyfford Still. Bonus: the museum’s always free for students and kids.

  • January 3
  • February 7
  • March 6
  • April 3

Clyfford Still Museum, Photo Credit: Photo by James Florio is provided by clyffordstillmuseum.org

Always Free

There you have it, savvy explorers a roadmap to Denver's cultural cornucopia without the Mile High price tag. So, lace up those budget-friendly shoes, grab your calendar, and embark on a journey through the city's finest institutions.

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