Parker Arts – PACE Center

The Parker Arts, Culture & Events (PACE) Center serves as the primary performing arts venue for Parker, Colorado, and the surrounding south metro Denver area. The facility opened as part of Parker’s effort to establish a cultural center for the growing community.

Facility Details

The PACE Center features a 1,200-seat main theater equipped with professional lighting and sound systems. The venue includes backstage areas, rehearsal spaces, and a lobby area for patrons. The theater is designed to accommodate various types of performances, from touring productions to local community events.

The facility’s technical specifications allow it to host different genres of entertainment, including musical theater, concerts, comedy performances, and dramatic productions. The venue meets professional standards for touring companies while serving local programming needs.

Programming

The PACE Center presents a mix of touring Broadway productions and locally-produced shows throughout its season. Recent programming has included musical theater, drama, and special events. The venue works with both national touring companies and regional theater organizations to fill its calendar.

Parker Arts partners with theater companies such as Veritas Productions to present local productions at the facility. These partnerships allow for regular programming while supporting regional performing arts organizations.

Community Use

In addition to ticketed performances, the PACE Center hosts community events, educational programs, and private rentals. The venue serves Parker residents and draws audiences from throughout the Denver metropolitan area.

The center provides space for school performances and arts education programming. Local organizations use the facility for meetings, presentations, and special events throughout the year.

Operations

The PACE Center operates under Parker’s Parks, Recreation and Open Space department. The venue is managed as part of the city’s cultural and recreational offerings to residents.

Ticket sales and box office operations are handled through the center’s administrative offices. The facility maintains a website and social media presence to promote upcoming events and provide information to patrons.

Location and Access

Located in Parker’s civic center area, the PACE Center is accessible by car with on-site parking available. The venue is situated near other municipal facilities and local businesses.

The facility is designed to meet accessibility requirements and provides accommodations for patrons with disabilities. Public transportation options to the venue are limited, with most patrons arriving by private vehicle.