About this Location

Facility Overview

Situated at the vibrant nexus of Lower Downtown (LoDo), the Auraria district, and Denver’s premier entertainment corridor, 500 Wazee St Parking (accessible at 1500 6th St) offers a dependable, highly functional open-air surface parking facility. With generous lane widths and open-sky clearance, this lot easily accommodates standard commuter vehicles, full-size pickup trucks, oversized passenger SUVs, and high-roof conversion vans without the low-clearance ceiling constraints typically found in subterranean or multi-story downtown parking structures. Clearly demarcated bays and well-surfaced pavement ensure effortless navigation and straightforward parking maneuvers at all hours.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

This car park puts drivers within walking distance of Denver’s most energetic sports, cultural, and retail hubs:

Ball Arena (formerly Pepsi Center): Located less than a 5 to 7-minute walk away, making it a go-to parking choice for Denver Nuggets (NBA), Colorado Avalanche (NHL), and Colorado Mammoth (NLL) home games, as well as high-profile arena concerts.
Elitch Gardens Theme & Water Park: Situated just blocks away, perfect for families and thrill-seekers spending the day on the roller coasters and water slides.
Auraria Higher Education Campus: Just across Auraria Parkway, providing convenient event and daily parking for students, faculty, and visitors attending events at MSU Denver, CU Denver, and Community College of Denver.
Historic LoDo & Larimer Square: A scenic 10-minute stroll across Cherry Creek and Speer Boulevard places you in the heart of Denver’s premiere dining, craft brewery, and nightlife districts.
Denver Performing Arts Complex (DPAC) & Colorado Convention Center: Reachable in roughly 12 to 15 minutes on foot or a quick rideshare ride.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Arriving at and departing from 500 Wazee St / 1500 6th St is remarkably straightforward. The facility enjoys rapid ingress and egress connections directly via Auraria Parkway and Speer Boulevard, bypassing much of the congested interior grid of Central Downtown. Quick connectivity to Interstate 25 (Exit 210B/212) enables drivers to leave quickly following sold-out arena events and festivals. For those combining driving with public transportation, the RTD Light Rail Ball Arena–Elitch Gardens Station (serving the E and W lines) is right nearby, alongside convenient access to the Cherry Creek Multi-Use Trail for cyclists and pedestrians.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Spacious, open-air surface parking layout with no overhead height restrictions.
Fast, contactless mobile payment via ParkMobile / PayByPhone and visible lot QR codes.
ADA-compliant accessible parking stalls conveniently positioned near pedestrian exits.
Well-illuminated premises with nighttime exterior lighting for enhanced driver safety and visibility.
Paved ground surface with clear lane striping and unidirectional directional arrows.

Ideal For

Sports & Concert Enthusiasts: Avoiding the immediate post-game gridlock around Ball Arena while remaining just steps from the gates.
Theme Park Visitors: An affordable alternative for long days at Elitch Gardens.
Auraria Commuters & Campus Visitors: Reliable parking for special lectures, commencement ceremonies, and academic visits.
Weekend Diners & Nightlife Explorers: Safe staging area for evening bar hopping and dining across LoDo and Larimer Square.

Visitor & Driver Tips

During major arena events, sports playoffs, and summer festivals at Elitch Gardens, event surge pricing is common and spaces fill quickly. Plan to arrive 45 to 60 minutes prior to game tip-off or concert start times to secure a prime stall and ensure a smooth exit. Always check mobile parking apps in advance to pre-pay or verify the on-site zone number to prevent ticketing.