Being pregnant means we might have to give up some of our favorite things for a while like wine, sushi and big roller coasters. Fortunately for those of us in the Denver area, an amazing date night with our partner or friends isn’t on the chopping block! Denver offers some amazing opportunities for pregnant mamas to get out and have some fun before the only thing on our wish list is cozy clothes and Netflix while we gaze at our perfect newborns all day long! Here’s some of my favorite ideas for a fun day or night out when your expecting!

1. A Concert At Red Rocks Amphitheater

This might not be everyone’s idea of a traditional date while expecting but being pregnant doesn’t instantly take away your love for music! Red Rocks Amphitheater is, in my opinion, one of the best concert venues in the world. And it’s located right here in Morrison, Colorado in the beautiful foothills just west of Denver. If you’ve never been - this is a must do. If you aren’t into the concert scene, you can always go during the day just to walk around and take in the view. Admission is free when there isn’t a special event taking place!

*Red Rocks Pro-Tip When You’re Pregnant!!! If you let the parking attendants know that you are pregnant, it’s very likely they’ll give you the VIP treatment and direct you to the top lot so you don’t have to hike or climb any stairs! Go a little early and grab a seat in the very top row and you’ll have a backrest!

2. Go Catch a Game!

If you and your partner are sports fans like me, you are in the right place! Here in Denver there is no shortage of professional sports teams to root for. Depending on the time of the year, there is almost always a fun game to attend.

Colorado Rockies – MLB baseball at Coors Field from April to September

Denver Broncos – NFL football at Empower Field at Mile High from September to January

Denver Nuggets – NBA basketball in Ball Arena from October to June

Colorado Avalanche – NHL hockey in Ball Arena from September to June

Colorado Rapids – MLS soccer at Dick’s Arena from March to October

Colorado Mammoth – NLL lacrosse in Ball Arena from December to April

3. Head to a fun bar - The Root Beer Bar! at Old Crows Antiques

Your favorite adult beverage might not be on the menu but who doesn’t love a good old-fashioned root beer float?! This secret little gem in Littleton is tucked away inside of Old Crows Antiques. Per their website, “It’s your one-stop shop for antiques, vintage finds, recycled and upcycled items, and the world’s largest root beer bar! The vision of Old Crows was to be a place where you could enjoy a diverse collection of antiques while having the option to take a break and enjoy some root beer and snacks. You can even get a frosty root beer float! Our root beer bar features a large selection of premium bottled root beers, beverages, pre-packaged snacks, hot dogs, nachos, pretzels, and candies. They also have soft-serve ice cream in vanilla and root beer flavors. Come enjoy a root beer float! One of the things that makes the Old Crows Antique Mall so special is The Root Beer Bar located in the center of our building. It's the perfect place to take a break from browsing our selection of antiques and take a step back in time while you sip on an ice-cold root beer. When you're searching our 45,000-square-foot mall to find a new vintage or antique item to add to your collection, make sure you stop by The Root Beer Bar for a refreshing beverage and snack to make the most of your shopping experience.”

How fun is that?!

4. Take an easy hike!

We are lucky to live close to tons of easy and beautiful places to go for a little hike. This photo is of me and my husband at one of my favorite spots for an easy walk through nature - Mount Falcon West. If it’s easy enough to walk in a dress and heals, it’s easy enough for a pregnant mama! This spot is truly just a few minutes from the main parking lot. For more awesome options, Fox In The Forest wrote this ah-mazing blog post filled with easy hikes and tons of more resources too!

5. A Night at the Theatre

If you are into the performing arts, look no further than the Denver Center for Performing Arts. The website boasts that “We are one of the nation’s largest non-profit theatre organizations. We’re inspired every day to create, share, teach, excite and perform for our community. And as a not-for-profit organization, we owe our existence to the generous support and participation of every theatre enthusiast. We couldn’t do it without you.”

6. Go On A Picnic With A View

Time some time to take your meal somewhere beautiful for a little quality time together! In Denver, there is no shortage of beautiful spots for a picnic. Some of my favorites are Chatfield Reservior, City Park, Lair O’ The Bear and Clear Creek in Golden (I love being near the water!). For more ideas, check out this great little article that 5280 wrote on some of the best picnic spots in the Denver area.

7. Treat Yourself At Union Station

There is just something so special about Union Station. You can spend hours browsing the fun shops, enjoying a meal at the ever popular Snooze or grabbing a super yummy treat like ice cream or fresh waffles. Then grab a comfy seat and relax while people watching in this gorgeous historical landmark.

8. Binge Pregnancy Movies!

Sometimes the best dates don’t even require you leaving home! There are so many classic and funny pregnancy movies out there to choose from. If you’re wondering what to watch when you’re expecting, here’s a great list from IMDb to give you some inspiration: The Best Pregnancy Movies Of All Time.

9. Recharge With A Couples Massage

Preparing to become parents is no small task. Take care of yourself and your partner with a glorious couples/maternity massage at The Four Seasons Hotel Denver. Self-care is essential and spending time soaking, relaxing and working away the soreness that growing and carrying a new life brings with your partner will emphasize how much both of you matter and bring you closer to each other!

10. You Scream, I Scream - Go Get Some Ice Cream!

Denver has some incredible options for ice cream lovers. I’ve lived here for over 20 years and I’m actually embarrassed at how few I’ve actually visited after doing my research for this post. My very favorites are Little Man, Sweet Cooie’s (make sure to check out their brioche donut ice cream sandwich!) and Bonnie Brae’s. And although it’s not ice cream - I have to give a very special shout out to Slife’s Sweet Freeze Shave Ice/Slife’s Devil Dogs. This is the real deal - Hawaiian Shave Ice (none of the silly snow cone nonsense here). It’s the closest you can get to the real thing without being in Hawaii and it is really wonderful!!! If you want some more ice cream options or are even feeling up to a day long ice cream shop tour check out this fun article in Westword: The Ultimate Ice Cream Lovers Tour.

11. Have Your Maternity Portrait Session!

Taking the time to document your little family before the baby arrives is a really fun, meaningful way to spend some pre-baby time together. You’ll be all dolled up too so it’s the perfect excuse to head out afterwards for a romantic meal or special treat together!