DNC Includes Denver in Narrowed Field of Three Finalists to Host the 2028 Democratic National Convention

DENVER — The Democratic National Committee announced today that Denver, Boston and Philadelphia are the three finalists to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention. A final decision is expected later this year.

“Denver has earned its place in the final three, and Colorado Democrats are ready to bring the convention home to nominate the next president of the United States,” said Colorado Democratic Party Chair Shad Murib. “Twenty years after Barack Obama accepted our party’s nomination at Mile High, Democrats can return to the west to show the country what comes after Donald Trump: leaders who protect our freedoms, lower costs and give working people a fair shot. Denver is ready to make it happen.”

“We are honored that Denver has advanced as one of the top three candidates to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention. Denver has always been a city forged on the frontier,” said Denver Mayor Mike Johnston. “A place defined by big dreams, bold ideas, and pioneer spirit. We proved what this city could do when we hosted in 2008, and we’ve only gotten better since. Today, Denver blends modern transit, world-class venues, and a thriving hospitality scene with the unbeatable energy of the Rocky Mountain West.  Hosting the convention again would be a tremendous opportunity for everyone who calls Denver home.

Over the summer we had the privilege of showing DNC members around Denver. They found a city that solves hard problems and takes on tough challenges, but also one that knows how to have fun, that’s bound by a sense of community and civic responsibility. It’s those things that our nation is looking for right now, and we hope they find it in Denver in 2028.”

Denver boasts 13,700 hotel rooms within walking distance of the convention center and upgrades to Ball Arena for improved suites and ADA access. 

National conventions generate a 3x to 4x return on investment for the host city’s economy. Projections suggest an impact exceeding $400M for the 2028 Convention, equivalent to hosting four Super Bowls in one week. This is a concentrated surge in revenue for our local hotels, restaurants, and small businesses, and an opportunity to show off what makes Denver — and Colorado — so special.

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