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Adventure Pass

The library's Adventure Pass Program provides free access to explore cultural and recreational attractions in the community. Passes can be booked by anyone with a valid Westminster Public Library card. With the exception of the Colorado State Parks pass, all passes are virtual. When you book a reservation, you will receive an email confirmation that includes a link labeled "View Pass Info". The page that displays after you click/tap that link is what should be presented at the ticket desk. Please note: some venues require a printed version of the pass, instead of a digital version. Please read the pass type description carefully.

Important changes to pass use

  • Registration processes vary by institution and additional registration steps for timed entry may be required. Please read the procedure for each attraction carefully.
  • Reservations may be booked six weeks in advance.

Where can I go with the Adventure Pass?

Butterfly Pavilion

Pass type: This is an online pass. Both print and digital versions of the pass are accepted.
There are two passes available each day for the Butterfly Pavilion. You may only check out one pass every 365 days. Each pass is good for one free admission and will also admit up to four additional visitors for a discounted rate of $5 each. Pass may be used one time only. Your pass is only valid for the date reserved. No other discounts may be used in conjunction with this pass. The Butterfly Pavilion is located at 6252 W. 104th Ave. Westminster, CO 80020.

Pass Procedure:
Step 1: Proceed to the Adventure Pass reservation system to reserve this pass. You will receive an email confirmation.
Step 2: Click on the 'Print Pass Now" link in your email and print the pass, or take a digital version of your Adventure Pass email, with the "Print Pass Now" link open.
Step 3: Show the pass to the Front Desk. You will receive a timed entry ticket.


Clyfford Still Museum | TIMED ENTRY TICKETS ARE ALSO REQUIRED

Pass type: This is an online pass. Both print and digital versions of the pass are accepted.
There is one pass available each day. You may only check out one pass every 365 days. This pass is good for free admission for two adults on the date specified on the pass. The Clyfford Still Museum is located at 1250 Bannock St., Denver, CO 80204.

This organization participates in SCFD Free Days. Please check the Free Days calendar prior to booking your Adventure Pass reservation.

Pass Procedure:
Step 1: Proceed to the Adventure Pass reservation system to reserve this pass. You will receive an email confirmation.
Step 2: The Clyfford Still Museum also requires all visitors and program attendees to register for a ticket online. Visit the Clyfford Still Museum website and use the code Westminster2023 at checkout for up to two free adult tickets to visit the Museum. Kids 17 and under are free to visit, but still require advance ticketing. If you'd like to register for a Museum program on the day of your pass, use the code Westminster2023 at checkout for up to two free adult program attendees. Kids 17 and under are invited to Museum programming, but still require advance ticketing.
Step 3: After registering for tickets online, you will receive a QR code confirmation via email or text.
Step 3: Click on the 'Print Pass Now" link in your email and print the pass, or take a digital version of your Adventure Pass email, with the "Print Pass Now" link open and show the pass and your QR code to Visitor Experiences staff at the museum.

If you experience any challenges with registering for your ticket online or need additional assistance with registering, present your Adventure Pass email, with the "Print Pass Now" link open to the Visitor Experiences staff at the museum.


Colorado State Parks Backpack | CAN ONLY BE PICKED UP IN PERSON AT THE LIBRARY
(National Parks and National Monuments not included. Please note restriction on Eldorado State Park entry)

Pass type: This is a physical pass/backpack must be reserved and checked out by library location and returned to the same library's Circulation Desk. Please DO NOT return this backpack anywhere but the library where you checked it out.
Both College Hill and Irving Street have three passes available for reservations. You may only check out a pass every 365 days. The pass is good for 7 days and allows entry for one vehicle. You may use it to visit multiple state parks while you have it checked out. Patrons with fees exceeding $7 and patrons with Computer Use Only or temporary online cards are not eligible to reserve this pass. See more information about Colorado State Parks on the Colorado Parks and Wildlife site. Pass restriction: This pass cannot be used for free vehicle entry on summer weekends and holidays at Eldorado Canyon State Park through Sept. 15, 2023 due to a new vehicle reservation system. It can be used if you are taking the Eldo Shuttle. You can use it on summer weekdays to drive in. Other state parks are not affected.

Pass Procedure:
Step 1. Proceed to the Adventure Pass reservation system to reserve this pass.You will receive an email confirmation.
Step 2. Click on the 'Print Pass Now" link in your email and print the pass, or have a digital version of your Adventure Pass email, with the "Print Pass Now" link open to show Circulation Staff.
Step 3: On the date of your reservation, come to the library with your library card and your confirmation email to pick up your state parks backpack. If you do not pick up your backpack on the day of your reservation, a day will be deducted from the checkout period for each day beyond the reserved pickup date.

You have seven (7) days to pick up, use and return the backpack. Please plan accordingly, enjoy your visit and be courteous to the next pass holder by returning the backpack and contents by the due date to the Circulation Desk where it was checked out. Please fill out the survey and return it with the backpack. The completed survey helps us to continue this program.


Denver Botanic Gardens

Pass type: This is an online pass. Both print and digital versions of the pass are accepted.
There are two single-use passes available each day. You may only check out one pass every 365 days. Each pass is good for General Admission for up to six visitors. The pass is not valid for special events, tuition-based classes or separately ticketed events. Note: Plains Conservation Center is free to visit without a reservation. Denver Botanic Gardens has two locations: York Street, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO 80206 and Chatfield Farms, 8500 W. Deer Creek Canyon Road, Littleton, CO 80128. Denver Botanic Gardens may be closed or close early for special events. Please visit the Denver Botanic Gardens website and view the calendar before booking. Note: If you would like to visit Chatfield Farms instead of York Street, please contact Jean Ward at jward@cityofwestminster before making a reservation.

This organization participates in SCFD Free Days. Please check the Free Days calendar prior to booking your Adventure Pass reservation.

Pass procedure:
Step 1: Proceed to the Adventure Pass reservation system to reserve this pass. You will receive an email confirmation.
Step 2: Click on the "Print Pass Now" link in your reservation confirmation email and print your Adventure Pass, or take a digital version of your Adventure Pass email, with the "Print Pass Now" link open.
Step 3: Show the pass at ticket desk.


Denver Firefighters Museum

Pass type: This is an online pass. Both print and digital versions of the pass are accepted.
The library has one pass per day. You may only check out one pass every 365 days. Each pass includes free admission for up to 4 visitors. The museum is located at 1326 Tremont Place, Denver, CO 80204.

This organization may participate in SCFD Free Days. Please check the Free Days calendar prior to booking your Adventure Pass reservation.

Pass Procedure:
Step 1: Proceed to the Adventure Pass reservation system to reserve this pass. You will receive an email confirmation.
Step 2: Click on the "Print Pass Now" link in your reservation confirmation email and print your Adventure Pass, or take a digital version of your Adventure Pass email, with the "Print Pass Now" link open.
Step 3: Show the pass at museum ticket desk.


Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls and Toys

Pass type: This is an online pass. Both print and digital versions of the pass are accepted.
The library has two passes per day. You may only check out one pass every 365 days. Each pass includes free admission for up to 4 visitors. The museum is located at 830 Kipling Street, Lakewood, 80215.

Pass Procedure:
Step 1: Proceed to the Adventure Pass reservation system to reserve this pass. You will receive an email confirmation.
Step 2: Click on the "Print Pass Now" link in your reservation confirmation email and print your Adventure Pass, or take a digital version of your Adventure Pass email, with the "Print Pass Now" link open.
Step 3: Show the pass at museum ticket desk.


Denver Museum of Nature & Science

Please note: Gates Planetarium, Infinity Theater, and Temporary Exhibitions tickets are not covered by your Adventure Pass admission and should be purchased in advance. Call 303-370-6306 to purchase tickets.

Pass type: This is an online pass. Both print and digital versions of the pass are accepted.
The library has two passes. You may only check out one pass every 365 days. Each pass includes free general admission for up to seven (7) visitors ages three and up. Visitors younger than three are free. Note: Pass does not include admission to special events. You may only check out one pass every 365 days. Denver Museum of Nature & Science is located at 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver, CO 80205.

This organization participates in SCFD Free Days. Please check the Free Days calendar prior to booking your Adventure Pass reservation.

Pass Procedure:
Step 1: Proceed to the Adventure Pass reservation system to reserve this pass. You will receive an email confirmation.
Step 2: Click on the 'Print Pass Now" link in your confirmation email and print the pass, or take a digital version of your Adventure Pass email, with the "Print Pass Now" link open.
Step 3: Present your pass at the Ticketing Desk at the museum.


Denver Trolley

Pass type: This is an online pass. Both print and digital versions of the pass are accepted.
The library has two passes available from May 25-Aug. 14. Each pass is good for free admission for 2 riders. The trolley terminal and home base is behind REI (1416 Platte St., Denver, CO). Passes may not be used for private charters, Football Shuttle, or other special events.

Pass Procedure:
Step 1: Proceed to the Adventure Pass reservation system to reserve this pass. You will receive an email confirmation.
Step 2: Click on the "Print Pass Now" link in your reservation confirmation email and print your Adventure Pass, or take a digital version of your Adventure Pass email, with the "Print Pass Now" link open.
Step 3: Show the pass at the ticket desk.


Dinosaur Ridge

Pass type:This is an online pass that must be printed. Digital versions of the pass are NOT accepted.
The library has one pass per day. You may only check out one pass every 365 days. Each pass for is good for 4 Audio Tours and entry into the Trek Through Time Exhibit Hall. Guests can purchase bus tours at a discount of 10%. The pass must be presented at time of check-in. . Dinosaur Ridge is located at 16831 W. Alameda Parkway, Morrison, CO 80465.

This organization may participate in SCFD Free Days. Please check the Free Days calendar prior to booking your Adventure Pass reservation.

Pass Procedure:
Step 1: Proceed to the Adventure Pass reservation system to reserve this pass. You will receive an email confirmation.
Step 2: Click on the "Print Pass Now " link in your reservation confirmation email and print your Adventure Pass.
Step 3: Show the pass at the ticket desk.


Golf Westminster

Pass type: This is an online pass that must be printed. Digital versions of the pass are NOT accepted.
The library has one pass every day for up to 4 half-buckets of balls at either Walnut Creek Golf Preserve or Legacy Ridge Golf Course. You may only check out one pass every 365 days.

Pass Procedure:
Step 1: Proceed to the Adventure Pass reservation system to reserve this pass. You will receive an email confirmation.
Step 2: Click on the 'Print Pass Now " link in your email and print the pass.
Step 3: Take your printed Adventure Pass to the Golf Shop to receive your half-buckets.


Molly Brown House Museum

Pass type: This is an online pass that must be printed. Digital versions of the pass are not accepted.
There is one pass each day that admits 4 people of any age. You may only check out one pass every 365 days. Molly Brown House Museum is located at 1340 Pennsylvania St., Denver, Colorado 80203.

This organization may participate in SCFD Free Days. Please check the Free Days calendar prior to booking your Adventure Pass reservation.

Pass Procedure:
Step 1: Proceed to the Adventure Pass reservation system to reserve this pass. You will receive an email confirmation.
Step 2: Click on the "Print Pass Now" link in your confirmation email and print the pass.
Step 3: Take your printed Adventure Pass to the ticket desk. You will receive a timed entry.

You may purchase additional tickets if your group is larger than four. Need help? Call the Museum: 303-832-4092 ext 13.


Museo de las Americas | TIMED ENTRY TICKETS ARE ALSO REQUIRED
Health and safety measures: Please review the safety protocols on the Museo website.

Pass type: This is an online pass. Both print and digital versions of the pass are accepted.
There is one pass available each day. Each pass admits up to four people. Children under 12 can enter for free with an adult. You may only check out one pass every 365 days. Pass may be used one time only. The museum is located at 861 Santa Fe Drive Denver, CO 80204.

This organization may participate in SCFD Free Days. Please check the Free Days calendar prior to booking your Adventure Pass reservation.

Pass Procedure:
Step 1: Proceed to the Adventure Pass reservation system to reserve this pass.You will receive an email confirmation.
Step 2: After receiving your confirmation, visit www.museo.org to reserve your timed entry tickets. Select the day of your library pass reservation, choose a time, then use the promotion code: WestminsterLibrary at checkout for your free admission. Questions? Call 303-571-4401.
Step 3: Click on the "Print Pass Now" link in your library email confirmation and print the pass, or take a digital version of your Adventure Pass email, with the "Print Pass Now" link open.
Step 4: Present your print or digital Adventure Pass along with your print or digital timed ticket at the museum ticket desk.


Standley Lake Regional Park

Pass type: This is an online pass. Both print and digital versions of the pass are also accepted.
The library has one pass per day that allows entry of one vehicle into the park until sunset. Does not include use of paddle craft or camping. You may only check out one pass every 365 days.

Pass procedure:
Step 1: Proceed to the Adventure Pass reservation system to reserve this pass. You will receive an email confirmation.
Step 2: Click on the "Print Pass Now" link in your reservation confirmation email and print your Adventure Pass, or take a digital version of your Adventure Pass email, with the "Print Pass Now" link open.
Step 3: Show the pass at the gate.


Westminster Recreation Centers

Pass type: This is an online pass. Both print and digital versions of the pass are also accepted.
The library has two passes per day. Each pass is good for one free daily admission for 1 visitor. Pass can be used at City Park Recreation Center, City Park Fitness Center, West View Recreation Center or Swim & Fitness Center. Please visit the website for hours and locations. You can reserve one pass every 365 days.

Pass procedure:
Step 1: Proceed to the Adventure Pass reservation system to reserve this pass. You will receive an email confirmation.
Step 2: Click on the "Print Pass Now" link in your reservation confirmation email and print your Adventure Pass, or take a digital version of your Adventure Pass email, with the "Print Pass Now" link open.
Step 3: Show the pass at the desk.


Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum OR Exploration of Flight at Centennial Airport

Pass type: This is an online pass. Both print and digital versions of the pass are accepted.
The library has one pass per day that admits up to four people. The pass can be used at either Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum, 7711 E. Academy Blvd., Denver, CO 80230, or Exploration of Flight at Centennial Airport, 13005 Wings Way, Englewood, CO 80112. These venues may open late or close for special events. Please view the venue calendars before booking.

Pass procedure:
Step 1: Proceed to the Adventure Pass reservation system to reserve this pass. You will receive an email confirmation.
Step 2: Click on the "Print Pass Now" link in your reservation confirmation email and print your Adventure Pass, or take a digital version of your Adventure Pass email, with the "Print Pass Now" link open.
Step 3: Show the pass at ticket desk.


WOW! Children's Museum

Pass type: This is an online pass. Both print and digital versions of the pass are accepted.
There are four passes available each day. You may only check out one of these passes every 365 days. Each pass is good for a free admission for one adult and one child. Pass must be presented at time of check-in. Pass may be used one time only. No other discounts may be used in conjunction with this pass. The museum is located at 110 N. Harrison Avenue, Lafayette, CO 80026.

Pass procedure:
Step 1: Proceed to the Adventure Pass reservation system to reserve this pass. You will receive an email confirmation.
Step 2: Click on the "Print Pass Now" link in your reservation confirmation email and print your Adventure Pass, or take a digital version of your Adventure Pass email, with the "Print Pass Now" link open.
Step 3: Show the pass at ticket desk.

How often can I use the Adventure Pass program?

An individual library card can be used for each Adventure Pass venue once ever 365 days.

What if ...?

  • I need to cancel?
    We understand emergencies happen. If an emergency arises and you are unable to use your pass, please email wpl-intouch@westminsterco.gov or call 303-658-2604 as soon as possible so others can use the pass. It may take up to 48 hours for a reply.
  • I did not print my pass?
    If you have a valid email address in your library record, a copy of the pass was automatically emailed to you. Email wpl-intouch@westminsterco.gov or call 303-658-2604 during open hours if you can't find the email and we will resend it, or print a confirmation so you can pick it up at the library. It may take up to 48 hours for a reply.
  • I lose, damage or don't return the Colorado State Park pass?
    If the pass is not returned, a fee of $50.00 will be assessed. Note: Accounts with fees of $10 or more will be sent to collection.

Please call 303-658-2604 during open hours or email wpl-intouch@westminsterco.gov if you have additional questions about the Adventure Pass program.