Rockies' Opening Day 2025: Activities, viewing parties, purple-themed cocktails, and dining promotions in the vicinity of Coors Field.

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The Colorado Rockies are set to kick off their season this week in Florida, followed by their home opener at Coors Field in Denver on April 4. Next Friday, the lower downtown area is expected to be bustling with Rockies fans as they celebrate the commencement of the baseball season. The matchup against the Athletics is scheduled to start at 2:10 p.m., and as of March 25, tickets are still available, beginning at approximately $60.

In addition to the game, the Colorado Rockies have announced various theme nights and giveaway events for 2025. However, fans do not need a ticket to partake in the festivities surrounding Coors Field. Numerous events will take place in the lower downtown area throughout the weekend. Additionally, many local restaurants and bars will be hosting watch parties and offering special drink deals for the occasion. There are also several venues within walking distance for those attending the game who wish to engage in pre-game or post-game celebrations.

Rockies home opener events, celebrations, food and drink specials near Coors Field

• Union Station patio party

  • 1701 Wynkoop St., Friday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

    • Family-friendly event with food and drink specials and a performance from local Prince tribute band Paizley Park

• Urban Farmer Opening Day Brunch

  • 1659 Wazee St., Friday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

    • Breakfast cocktails and special brunch menu items

• Charlie Blackmon look-alike contest

  • Poka Lola Social Club, 1850 Wazee St., Saturday 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

    • The winner with the best costume wins a one-night stay at The Maven Hotel and gift cards

• Free face painting at Kachina Cantina elote cart

  • 1890 Wazee St., noon to 2 p.m. in the Maven Lobby

• Rockies Opening Weekend at Ambler

  • 1801 Wewatta St., Friday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

    • Live DJ, giveaways, New Belgium samples, hat customizing

• Wonderyard’s Rockies Opening Day party

  • Wonderyard Garden & Table, 2200 Larimer St., 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

    • Live DJ, photo opportunities, prizes, cornhole, beer pong, pop-up shop

• Opening Weekend Celebration at ViewHouse

  • ViewHouse, 2015 Market St., 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday

    • Live DJ, games, giveaways, gameday food, drink specials, volleyball games, hot dog eating contest (Sunday)

• Opening Day at McGregor Square and the Rally Hotel

  • 1901 Wazee St., 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

    • Live DJ, caricature artist, bars, food options, and game broadcast on McGregor Square big screen

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Where to find purple margaritas and festive drinks

Some nearby bars will serve specialized drinks for opening day, such as purple margaritas and shots, beer deals and more.

• Kachina Cantina

  • Purple “Margarita on the Rockies” with butterfly pea flower-infused tequila

  • Beer and shot specials

• Poka Lola Social Club

  • Butterfly Shots with butterfly pea flower-infused gin

  • Beer and shot specials

• The Cherry Criket

  • “Rockies Smash” with Fireside Whiskey, lemon and blackberry syrup

• Ambler

  • Special brunch menu, ballpark-inspired bites

  • 50% off first drink with Rockies ticket

• Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar

  • Happy Hour 11 a.m. through 6 p.m. Friday

  • Game day specials Friday