… Might Be Closer Than You Think.
There’s more to our community than meets the eye. How well do you know Arvada? Whether you’ve called this community home for decades or are just beginning to explore it, there’s always something new to discover.
Welcome to Discover Arvada – a campaign celebrating the local businesses, people, and experiences that make our community unique.
Over the coming months, we’ll take you inside local businesses, introduce you to the people behind them, uncover hidden gems, share local favorites, and offer fresh ideas for experiencing Arvada in new ways.
From longtime neighborhood staples to businesses you may not have discovered yet, we’re shining a spotlight on the places and people that give Arvada its character.
What Will You Discover?
We’re exploring Arvada across four categories: Retail, Food & Beverage, Health & Wellness, and Experiences & Activities.
Here’s a taste of what’s ahead:
- Eat local. Discover restaurants, coffee shops, bakeries, breweries, and other local favorites worth adding to your list.
- Shop local. Meet independent retailers, uncover unique finds, and get to know the people behind the storefronts.
- Experience local. Find new activities, entertainment, and ways to enjoy your own backyard.
- Meet the people. Hear the stories, passions, and ideas behind the businesses that help make Arvada special.
You can also look forward to curated Insider Guides, neighborhood discoveries, and recommendations to help you plan everything from a family outing to your next date night. We’ll connect you with Holiday Guides, Business Spotlights and local reports from our partner organizations.
Our goal is simple: help you see Arvada with fresh eyes, connect with the businesses in your community, and inspire you to try something new.
A Community Effort Worth Celebrating
A campaign like Discover Arvada wouldn’t be possible without the support of our sponsors and community partners. Their investment helps us celebrate local businesses, elevate the people behind them, and encourage residents and visitors alike to explore all that Arvada has to offer.
A heartfelt thank-you to our Discover Arvada sponsors:
- City of Arvada
- Greater Arvada Chamber of Commerce
- Pinnacol
- Arvada Economic Development Association (AEDA)
- Arvada Urban Renewal Authority (AURA)
- Comcast Business
- OldeTown Arvada Business Improvement District (BID)
- Visit Arvada
Thank you for supporting this effort and helping bring greater visibility to the businesses, stories, and experiences that make our community special.
Your Next Discovery Starts Here
You don’t have to travel far to find something new. It might be a neighborhood shop you’ve walked past a dozen times, a restaurant you’ve been meaning to try, a wellness service you didn’t know existed, or a local business owner with a story worth hearing.
As Discover Arvada unfolds, we invite you to follow along, share your favorite local spots, and explore somewhere new.
Eat local. Shop local. Experience local. Meet the people.
There’s more to Arvada than meets the eye, and we can’t wait to discover it with you.
Follow Discover Arvada and join the conversation using #DiscoverArvada.
About the Author
Samantha Berry is the Discover Arvada Campaign Coordinator, working with the Greater Arvada Chamber of Commerce to spotlight the local businesses, people, and experiences that make Arvada unique. Through business features, local guides, and community stories, she helps residents and visitors discover new ways to connect with and experience the community.