Washington Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Denver.

1. Washington Park

9.4
1100 S Franklin St, Denver, CO
Park · Washington Park · 113 tips and reviews

Joe R.Joe Rassenfoss: It's always fun to visit during the day, but one of the best ways to experience the park in summer is to have an evening picnic. The crowds leave as you arrive and pretty soon you have it to yourself.

Ken CaianiKen Caiani: One of the best parks in Denver. Great place to get some exercise, picnic or take in an outdoor concert.

Brandon T.Brandon Titus: Great park for picnics, running, or just hanging around. Nice neighborhood and lots of sunshine.

City Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Denver.

2. City Park

9.1
1700 York St (btwn E 17th & E 23rd Ave), Denver, CO
Park · City Park · 68 tips and reviews

Kate J.Kate Jones: Glorious, vast park featuring a gorgeous fountain and lots of space for sports, picnics and gatherings. Watch out for the goose poop -- those algae green and white gobs are widespread!

NatalieNatalie: Great place to run, walk, and people watch. Bring a blanket and some food and have a picnic!

Z&T L.Z&T Lappin: Picnics, walking and juat relaxing with wifey. Beautiful place

Cheesman Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Denver.

3. Cheesman Park

9.3
1599 E. 8th Ave., Denver, CO
Park · Cheesman Park · 61 tips and reviews

Avan A.Avan Allen: some of the best grass in town. perfect for picnics or just a stroll.

ShycuShycu: Great place for a walk or a picnic.

Amber M.Amber Marie: One of the best parks in the city! Beautiful, open and tons of people watching.

City Park Jazz is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Denver.

4. City Park Jazz

8.0
1700 York St., Denver, CO
Jazz and Blues Venue · City Park · 15 tips and reviews

leslie h.leslie horna: great in the summer-bring a picnic, chairs, frisbee, dog, kids. Some ppl go all out; but you have to carry everything in/out. Get there early-parking can be a pain. lots of bikes and scooters though.

Brianna B.Brianna Boeschenstein: Always a great time! Gather your friends, a picnic or enjoy the food trucks!

Jing Z.Jing Zhang: Bring a picnic and a 6 pack

Denver Botanic Gardens is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Denver.

5. Denver Botanic Gardens

9.3
1007 York St (btwn 11th Ave & 9th Ave), Denver, CO
Botanical Garden · Cheesman Park · 90 tips and reviews

ElizabethElizabeth: Bring a picnic lunch with you and a blanket. Lots of perfect picnic spots.

Anthony D.Anthony Duran: Take someone special with, during any season. Have a picnic in or outdoors and nerd out! :D

Patrick B.Patrick Buggy: Jungle house is stunning. Beautiful gardens all around!

James A. Bible Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Denver.

6. James A. Bible Park

8.7
6802 E Yale Ave (at S Monaco Pkwy), Denver, CO
Park · Hampden · 9 tips and reviews

Claire L.Claire Luhman: Great park for kids to play games, a picnic, family gathering or just a morning jog.

Rhizza J.Rhizza Jael: This is an awesome park. Dirt trails for running and biking and cement trails for those who like to stroll or roller-blade. And did I mention it attaches to a 42+mile trail? Just a great park overall.

Lyn L.Lyn Lomasi: Good sized park with plenty open space and play space. Also some fun hideaways along the trails. Just watch out for the coyotes, who are most active at dawn and dusk.

Denver Zoo is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Denver.

7. Denver Zoo

9.1
2300 N Steele St (at 23rd Ave), Denver, CO
Zoo · City Park · 123 tips and reviews

John F.John Fukuda: Bring your own food. You can avoid the crowds at the snack bars and have a picnic.

Michele S.Michele Sandoval: Picnics and family time

Veranika Z.Veranika Zdanovich: The best is when the weather is between 65-70F. And you can make it a good 3 miles' stroll in there.

Central Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Denver.

8. Central Park

8.5
9000 E Martin Luther King Blvd., Denver, CO
Park · Stapleton · 16 tips and reviews

Z&T L.Z&T Lappin: Picnics and the sunset on the pond was pleasant

StapletonConnect.com: Stapleton DenverStapletonConnect.com: Stapleton Denver: Great sledding hill! Nice path around the park for running (approx 1.65 miles around)

Denver WestwordDenver Westword: Voted Best Rec Center in Westword's Best of Denver 2011!

Confluence Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Denver.

9. Confluence Park

8.6
2250 15th St., Denver, CO
Park · Auraria · 27 tips and reviews

Leanne W.Leanne Whitehurst: pack a picnic and blanket...you'll wanna stay all day! Read more.

Nick B.Nick Bergus: Busy on the weekend, so great people watching. Walk your dog, go for a bike ride.

J CrowleyJ Crowley: Take a tube or a raft down the rapids. Just avoid the rocks and empty Doritos bags

Rioja is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Denver.

10. Rioja

8.5
1431 Larimer St (15th St.), Denver, CO
Mediterranean Restaurant · LoDo · 142 tips and reviews

Sallie K.Sallie King: Try the "picnic" appetizer. Very delicate.

ShelbyShelby: Make sure you ask for Jessie. The patio is fantastic. The artichoke tortellini and raspberry spumo are life changing. Oh and make sure you start with the picnic!

Yanet G.Yanet Garcia: Everything was good here, had the fresh bacon and the picnic both were good. Of the main courses the best was the chicken. I wouldn't repeat this restaurant just because they don't have enough variety

Riverfront Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Denver.

11. Riverfront Park

8.4
1610 Little Raven St, Denver, CO
Park · LoDo · 10 tips and reviews

Stacia R.Stacia Rabith: Great park for walks, picnicing, playing games or cloud watching!

Jen A.Jen Anderson: Not much to see on the 21 floor of the glass house!!

Penny K.Penny Kim: They have food trucks!

James H. Platt Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Denver.

12. James H. Platt Park

8.0
1500 S Grant St, Denver, CO
Park · Platt Park · 3 tips and reviews

Seth S.Seth Stepleton: A secret gem of a park with picnic tables, playground and library!

Erin G.Erin G: We rented the Fleming Mansion for a work event and it was the perfect venue!

Keith L.Keith Lattimore-Walsh: Trees & shade

Infinity Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Denver.

13. Infinity Park

8.3
4400 E Kentucky Ave (at S. Birch Street), Denver, CO
Park · 17 tips and reviews

FLYFRONTIER.COMFLYFRONTIER.COM: Monday Movie Madness is a must this summer. Watch great flicks with family and friends right from the field, enjoy a picnic, and even win some cool prizes!

Dominic P.Dominic Perea: Always a great experience, tons of fun, great rugby.

Robert D.Robert Denison: From rugby to movies why not?

The Truffle Cheese Shop is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Denver.

14. The Truffle Cheese Shop

7.7
2906 E 6th Ave (btwn Fillmore St and Milwaukee St), Denver, CO
Cheese Store · Cherry Creek · 10 tips and reviews

SPIRESPIRE: Who doesn't love cheese?? We recommend getting a picnic basket to enjoy in the park on a nice day!

Lee M.Lee Movic: Small shop staffed by thoughtful, knowledgeable mongers. Ask for tastes, and try all the local cheeses. And ask for a cardboard knife for picnics!

AshleyAshley: Definitely worth a stop if you're in area. The dudes who work here are super friendly and helpful!

Civic Center Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Denver.

15. Civic Center Park

8.6
101 W. 14th Ave. Pkwy. (Colfax and Broadway), Denver, CO
Park · Civic Center · 41 tips and reviews

Kate J.Kate Jones: Clean and well-kept. Very relaxing. A great spot for picnics, walking the dog, or meeting friends, and proximal to so many attractions!

JoeJoe: Tip: If you have one leg and are in a wheelchair, it will take approximately 8 police officers to arrest you.

CinderellaCinderella: Tues/Thurs 11a-2p outdoor eats!! Tons of food trucks avail!