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National Western Complex

4.4(1,630)
Event Venue

About

The National Western Complex in Denver is a versatile event venue blending historic Western heritage with modern facilities. Its recent expansion includes the CSU Spur buildings and the Legacy Building, offering unique spaces like the Wilson Art Gallery and the Heritage Center, which showcase Colorado’s livestock and agricultural history.

Designed to accommodate groups large and small, the complex supports a range of business events from trade shows to intimate meetings. With ongoing development adding a hotel and parking garage, it’s becoming a comprehensive hub for corporate gatherings tied to Colorado’s rich ranching and food innovation culture.

Best for

  • Large-scale corporate events & trade shows
  • Educational workshops & innovation showcases
  • Western heritage-themed client entertaining

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What's typically included

  • Space & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Expansive and versatile event spaces
Facility Scale
Expansive and versatile event spaces
The complex offers large, well-organized facilities capable of hosting everything from massive livestock shows and rodeos to more intimate competitions and trade exhibits, accommodating diverse event types with ease.
Dedicated Western heritage exhibits and bar
Cultural Heritage
Dedicated Western heritage exhibits and bar
The Legacy Building houses the Wilson Art Gallery and Heritage Center featuring permanent and rotating exhibits on Western stock show history, alongside the Legacy Saloon, a 19th-century style bar filled with original memorabilia.
CSU Spur complex with research and education focus
Innovation Hub
CSU Spur complex with research and education focus
Adjacent to the complex, CSU Spur includes cutting-edge research centers for food, water, and animal health, offering interactive exhibits, labs, and community programs that connect agriculture and science to the public.

At a glance

Rated 4.4 on Google · 1,630 reviews