Mayor Mike Johnston with Downtown Denver Partnership and Denver Arts & Venues Launches the Dynamic Downtown Denver Grant Program Spring Activations

Denver Mayor Mike Johnston, the Downtown Denver Partnership, and Denver Arts & Venues announced the launch of the Dynamic Denver Grant Program Spring activations. With over 100 applications, 27 Denver community members were selected and awarded fund amounts ranging from $500 to $25,000 for their events, provided by Denver Arts & Venues.

The inaugural Denver grant program will feature over 25 activations and events, from street performances and mural installations to cultural festivals and family nights.

“The program’s goal is to celebrate the vibrant history, arts and culture of our city through free activations produced by the Denver community for all to enjoy,” said Mayor Mike Johnston. “We’re excited to have friends, families and people come downtown and connect with each other through these events. A heartfelt thank you to the 27 grantees contributing to the vibrancy of downtown through each of their activations and events.”

Grantees were chosen for their distinctive concepts that celebrated Denver's rich culture, art, and history. Dynamic Downtown Denver grantees include: Starchild Denver's DJ, Lyft Bikes & Scooters x Pat Milbery, IgNight NYE Denver, Torres Family, Independence Plaza Projection Mapping, Civic Center Stargaze, Troop 5280 Urban Hikers: 5280 Trail Edition, Denver Creative Showcase, Festival Garibaldi: A Celebration of Mariachi and Folklorico Dance, Cult Movie Night, Rolling Canvas: A Mobile Art Activation and Party Series, Golden Hours Festival, Spring Holi Festival, Plaza of the Americas, LunaTrivia Night, and Music Is In Our Blood: Artist Showcase and Blood Drive. 

“The Dynamic Downtown Denver Grant Program exemplifies the power of how community-driven efforts can bring joy, energize downtown, and, ultimately, help us connect more deeply with one another,” said Kourtny Garrett, President & CEO of Downtown Denver Partnership. “We’re thrilled to partner with Mayor Johnston and Denver Arts & Venues on this meaningful grant program that is already helping to breathe exciting new life into our center city.”

More information, including the Dynamic Downtown Denver Grant Program activations and event details, will be available at thisismydenver.com/grants.