--- title: Denver City Government Offices to Close on Veterans Day, Nov. 11 canonical: https://denfeed.com/denver-city-government-offices-to-close-on-veterans-day-nov-11/ published: '2026-11-10T14:06:41-07:00' updated: '2026-11-10T14:06:41-07:00' author: DENFeed Staff section: City Hall tags: - Mayor - Zoning - City Council - Auditor - Taxes - DDPHE source: Office of the Mayor of Denver source_url: https://www.denvergov.org/News-articles/2026/Veterans-Day-Closure publisher: DENFeed attribution: Copyright DENFeed. Quote with credit to DENFeed and a link to the canonical URL above. --- # Denver City Government Offices to Close on Veterans Day, Nov. 11 Most City and County of Denver offices will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, in observance of Veterans Day. The Mayor’s Office, City Council offices, Clerk & Recorder, Auditor’s Office, and most city agencies will not be open, while emergency responders will continue to operate as usual. --- ### Press Release: Office of the Mayor of Denver *Published November 10, 2026. Reproduced in full from the [Office of the Mayor of Denver](https://www.denvergov.org/News-articles/2026/Veterans-Day-Closure).* #### Denver City Government Closed Wednesday, Nov. 11 Most City and County of Denver offices will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026 in observance of Veterans Day. Due to the holiday, the Mayor’s Office, City Council offices, Clerk & Recorder, Auditor’s Office and most city agencies will be closed. Partner entities such as Denver Health will remain open Wednesday, Nov. 11 as will agencies that operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, such as Denver International Airport. Sworn members of the Denver Sheriff, Police and Fire departments and other emergency responders will report for duty Wednesday, Nov. 11 as well. Please see below for specific information on how city functions will be affected during these closures: **3-1-1 INFORMATION LINE,**[**DENVERGOV.ORG**](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/us.list-manage.com/ZhupkGRxQwm?e=d829b2ce25&c2id=0fe9b78d9feeded6ea2a192aa6c5c5b2__;!!M87Ej6RJKlw!Sk3-JGHqceWBBjZcXkpU2bPpN8hoaa26DckZUnHQl-yiTYw4jMF7aV-ettrEQavv3v_4YlYc5eSO0t95e7spQm_hhmiz9Q$) **AND DENVER 8 TV** Because the city’s non-emergency information line (3-1-1) will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 11, residents can report issues and submit service requests online 24/7 at [Denvergov.org](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/us.list-manage.com/1_x3484pxzj?e=d829b2ce25&c2id=0fe9b78d9feeded6ea2a192aa6c5c5b2__;!!M87Ej6RJKlw!Sk3-JGHqceWBBjZcXkpU2bPpN8hoaa26DckZUnHQl-yiTYw4jMF7aV-ettrEQavv3v_4YlYc5eSO0t95e7spQm9t022Vig$) by clicking “Report an Issue” or visiting [denvergov.org/denver311](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/us.list-manage.com/Xv2GyrJXSur?e=d829b2ce25&c2id=0fe9b78d9feeded6ea2a192aa6c5c5b2__;!!M87Ej6RJKlw!Sk3-JGHqceWBBjZcXkpU2bPpN8hoaa26DckZUnHQl-yiTYw4jMF7aV-ettrEQavv3v_4YlYc5eSO0t95e7spQm_DGwdK6A$). Residents can also stay informed by watching DenverTV, our on-demand streaming platform available on your favorite devices. Visit [www.DenverTV.com](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/us.list-manage.com/14j3rE05BOP?e=d829b2ce25&c2id=0fe9b78d9feeded6ea2a192aa6c5c5b2__;!!M87Ej6RJKlw!Sk3-JGHqceWBBjZcXkpU2bPpN8hoaa26DckZUnHQl-yiTYw4jMF7aV-ettrEQavv3v_4YlYc5eSO0t95e7spQm-cXukc_w$) to watch anytime, anywhere. **ANIMAL SHELTER & ANIMAL PROTECTON** The Denver Animal Shelter will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11. The Night Drop kennels will be open and can be accessed to the left of the front doors if a lost pet is found while the shelter is closed. Animal Protection Officers will be available to respond to emergencies through 911. **AUDITOR’S OFFICE** The Auditor’s Office will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11. **BUILDING AND ZONING PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS** Building and Zoning permitting will be closed, and no inspections will be scheduled. On other weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Community Planning and Development public counter is available for walk-in or appointments for customers who would like to meet with staff in person to discuss building or zoning code questions. Permits are no longer issued at the counter. All projects applying for permits must use [e-permits](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/us.list-manage.com/2ELx4K3b19b?e=d829b2ce25&c2id=0fe9b78d9feeded6ea2a192aa6c5c5b2__;!!M87Ej6RJKlw!Sk3-JGHqceWBBjZcXkpU2bPpN8hoaa26DckZUnHQl-yiTYw4jMF7aV-ettrEQavv3v_4YlYc5eSO0t95e7spQm-OYNUoDw$). **CITY COUNCIL** All Denver City Council offices will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 11. **CITY-OWNED GOLF FACILITIES** Golf courses will be open Wednesday, Nov. 11, weather permitting. **CLERK & RECORDER** Denver Clerk & Recorder, including the City Clerk, Elections, Public Trustee and Recording, will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11. **COURTS** All state courts including juvenile, district and probate courts, and the Denver County Court will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11. **DENVER ARTS & VENUES** The Trading Post, Visitor Center and outdoor spaces at Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre will remain open. Scheduled events at the Denver Performing Arts Complex, as well as Denver Public Art, will not be affected by the holiday. The McNichols Civic Center Building is currently closed for a revitalization project. **DENVER MOTOR VEHICLE TITLE AND REGISTRATION** Denver Motor Vehicle Title and Registration will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11. Many residents can complete their DMV needs online or through self-serve kiosk locations around the state. For more information, visit the [Denver Motor Vehicle website](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/us.list-manage.com/11Xf8fq5ERv?e=d829b2ce25&c2id=0fe9b78d9feeded6ea2a192aa6c5c5b2__;!!M87Ej6RJKlw!Sk3-JGHqceWBBjZcXkpU2bPpN8hoaa26DckZUnHQl-yiTYw4jMF7aV-ettrEQavv3v_4YlYc5eSO0t95e7spQm8JWU7Fvw$). **DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING STABILITY** The Department of Housing Stability will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11. **DENVER HUMAN SERVICES** Denver Human Services will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11, however child and adult protection emergency response teams and telephone hotlines will be taking and responding to reports. To report suspected child abuse or neglect, or the abuse, neglect, or exploitation of an at-risk adult in Denver, call the Denver County Child Welfare and Adult Protective Services hotline at [720-944-3000](tel:(720)%20944-3000). To report suspected child abuse outside of Denver, contact the statewide hotline1-844-CO-4-KIDS [(1-844-264-5437](tel:(844)%20264-5437)). To file a mandatory report of suspected elder abuse for an adult 70 years and older or the abuse, neglect or exploitation of an adult with an intellectual or developmental disability, call the Denver Police Department at [720-913-2000](tel:(720)%20913-2000). **DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION & INFRASTRUCTURE PERMIT COUNTERS** DOTI right of way permitting operations will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11. To apply for a right of way permit, visit Denver’s online permitting and licensing center at: [denvergov.org/AccelaCitizenAccess](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/us.list-manage.com/cyz9WtFwMCk?e=d829b2ce25&c2id=0fe9b78d9feeded6ea2a192aa6c5c5b2__;!!M87Ej6RJKlw!Sk3-JGHqceWBBjZcXkpU2bPpN8hoaa26DckZUnHQl-yiTYw4jMF7aV-ettrEQavv3v_4YlYc5eSO0t95e7spQm8z-dq4hw$). **DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING & CONSUMER PROTECTION** The Department of Licensing & Consumer Protection’s customer service counters and offices will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11. To avoid any wait, customers are encouraged to schedule an appointment or submit an application via email [or the online portal](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/us.list-manage.com/PD6zsIr1yHB?e=d829b2ce25&c2id=0fe9b78d9feeded6ea2a192aa6c5c5b2__;!!M87Ej6RJKlw!Sk3-JGHqceWBBjZcXkpU2bPpN8hoaa26DckZUnHQl-yiTYw4jMF7aV-ettrEQavv3v_4YlYc5eSO0t95e7spQm8bDZhOsg$). [Learn more about submitting an application via email](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/us.list-manage.com/ZbtudfkYQcm?e=d829b2ce25&c2id=0fe9b78d9feeded6ea2a192aa6c5c5b2__;!!M87Ej6RJKlw!Sk3-JGHqceWBBjZcXkpU2bPpN8hoaa26DckZUnHQl-yiTYw4jMF7aV-ettrEQavv3v_4YlYc5eSO0t95e7spQm_gUZKA2Q$). Customers can also check the status of their license application [here](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/us.list-manage.com/iK2JAxSS5pS?e=d829b2ce25&c2id=0fe9b78d9feeded6ea2a192aa6c5c5b2__;!!M87Ej6RJKlw!Sk3-JGHqceWBBjZcXkpU2bPpN8hoaa26DckZUnHQl-yiTYw4jMF7aV-ettrEQavv3v_4YlYc5eSO0t95e7spQm_wYTHWeA$). **HUMAN RIGHTS & COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS** Denver Human Rights & Community Partnerships will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11. To file a discrimination complaint, request or ask questions about disability accommodations, deaf, hard or hearing, or DeafBlind services, language translation and interpreting assistance, access free financial coaching, and connect with programs and services for older adults, visit [www.denvergov.org/hrcp](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/us.list-manage.com/198sY5bz_Hk?e=d829b2ce25&c2id=0fe9b78d9feeded6ea2a192aa6c5c5b2__;!!M87Ej6RJKlw!Sk3-JGHqceWBBjZcXkpU2bPpN8hoaa26DckZUnHQl-yiTYw4jMF7aV-ettrEQavv3v_4YlYc5eSO0t95e7spQm_m0z-h_w$) or leave a voicemail at [720-913-8450](tel:(720)%20913-8450). HRCP will address requests and questions in the order they were received the following business day. **LIBRARIES** All Denver Public Library locations will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11. Residents can still use [many of the library's resources](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/us.list-manage.com/4kbFCFJsrYp?e=d829b2ce25&c2id=0fe9b78d9feeded6ea2a192aa6c5c5b2__;!!M87Ej6RJKlw!Sk3-JGHqceWBBjZcXkpU2bPpN8hoaa26DckZUnHQl-yiTYw4jMF7aV-ettrEQavv3v_4YlYc5eSO0t95e7spQm-r_nvY1Q$) even when the buildings are closed. **OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT** The Office of Emergency Management (OEM) will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11. The on-call duty officer will maintain an on-going situational awareness around all activities in Denver over the holiday weekend. **OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES TALENT ACQUISITION NEW HIRE ONBOARDING AND I-9 ASSISTANCE** The Office of Human Resources will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11. Applicants will still be able to search and apply for open positions at [SeeYourselfHere.org](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/us.list-manage.com/X0LmJ9ycoaz?e=d829b2ce25&c2id=0fe9b78d9feeded6ea2a192aa6c5c5b2__;!!M87Ej6RJKlw!Sk3-JGHqceWBBjZcXkpU2bPpN8hoaa26DckZUnHQl-yiTYw4jMF7aV-ettrEQavv3v_4YlYc5eSO0t95e7spQm87WA7RQg$). New Hire Onboarding and I-9 assistance will resume Thursday, Nov. 12. **DENVER DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT** DDPHE offices, including the Denver Office of the Medical Examiner, will be closed to the public Wednesday, Nov. 11. Office of the Medical Examiner Office staff will be available to respond to emergencies. **PARKING** Parking meters are free on Sundays and on recognized city holidays, and will be free Wednesday, Nov. 11. Drivers are reminded to observe the time restrictions posted. To request residential parking permits or to pay parking citations online: [denvergov.org/parking](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/us.list-manage.com/ycsjDHL6aVZ?e=d829b2ce25&c2id=0fe9b78d9feeded6ea2a192aa6c5c5b2__;!!M87Ej6RJKlw!Sk3-JGHqceWBBjZcXkpU2bPpN8hoaa26DckZUnHQl-yiTYw4jMF7aV-ettrEQavv3v_4YlYc5eSO0t95e7spQm_sFK5APw$). **RECREATION CENTERS** All Denver Recreation Centers will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11. **TAXPAYER SERVICE CENTER** The Taxpayer Service Center will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11. Online and mail transactions remain available seven days a week. Online services are available for: - Excise tax transactions (Sales, Use, Lodgers, OPT, TBT, E911, TID) including account registration, tax return filing, and tax return payments at [denvergov.org/ebiztax](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/us.list-manage.com/B4GmfS9mTHY?e=d829b2ce25&c2id=0fe9b78d9feeded6ea2a192aa6c5c5b2__;!!M87Ej6RJKlw!Sk3-JGHqceWBBjZcXkpU2bPpN8hoaa26DckZUnHQl-yiTYw4jMF7aV-ettrEQavv3v_4YlYc5eSO0t95e7spQm9Fknnu1w$). - Real estate property taxes or business personal property tax payments can also be made at [denvergov.org/property](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/us.list-manage.com/ZY0t2HW7UNr?e=d829b2ce25&c2id=0fe9b78d9feeded6ea2a192aa6c5c5b2__;!!M87Ej6RJKlw!Sk3-JGHqceWBBjZcXkpU2bPpN8hoaa26DckZUnHQl-yiTYw4jMF7aV-ettrEQavv3v_4YlYc5eSO0t95e7spQm-zUmbj1g$) For questions about property, business or other tax obligations, or to pay taxes online, visit the [Taxpayer Services](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/us.list-manage.com/AqgeM_jR2ZF?e=d829b2ce25&c2id=0fe9b78d9feeded6ea2a192aa6c5c5b2__;!!M87Ej6RJKlw!Sk3-JGHqceWBBjZcXkpU2bPpN8hoaa26DckZUnHQl-yiTYw4jMF7aV-ettrEQavv3v_4YlYc5eSO0t95e7spQm8_dpZTKg$) website. **TRASH, RECYCLING & COMPOST COLLECTION** Denver Solid Waste Management will be working Wednesday, Nov. 11. Place your carts out for collection on your regular day of service. **VEHICLE IMPOUND FACILITY** The Vehicle Impound Facility, [5160 York St](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.google.com/maps/search/5160*York*St?entry=gmail&source=g__;Kys!!M87Ej6RJKlw!T5tBUBRir41RRVLpZA8QKV0KivsYfBQpEokmKGrR6UbYr-2IySJk0uyEg0Dd2ZEp_Qoxuaa0OnHPP2TfudR7nAXDErqhx7xO$)., will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 11. **VITAL RECORDS (BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES)** The Denver Vital Records office will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11. Orders for birth and death certificates may [be placed online](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/us.list-manage.com/Yd31BFQzIQ4?e=d829b2ce25&c2id=0fe9b78d9feeded6ea2a192aa6c5c5b2__;!!M87Ej6RJKlw!Sk3-JGHqceWBBjZcXkpU2bPpN8hoaa26DckZUnHQl-yiTYw4jMF7aV-ettrEQavv3v_4YlYc5eSO0t95e7spQm_-zPYacA$). **WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT** The Wastewater Management Building, [2000 W. 3rd Ave](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.google.com/maps/search/2000*W.*3rd*Ave?entry=gmail&source=g__;Kysr!!M87Ej6RJKlw!T5tBUBRir41RRVLpZA8QKV0KivsYfBQpEokmKGrR6UbYr-2IySJk0uyEg0Dd2ZEp_Qoxuaa0OnHPP2TfudR7nAXDEsfHBbqD$). will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11. **WORKFORCE CENTERS** All Denver Workforce Centers will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11. Call 720-337-WORK or email [workforce@denvergov.org](mailto:workforce@denvergov.org). The city’s online hiring system will be available at [denvergov.org/jobs](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/us.list-manage.com/BCmNGQ2bzc4?e=d829b2ce25&c2id=0fe9b78d9feeded6ea2a192aa6c5c5b2__;!!M87Ej6RJKlw!Sk3-JGHqceWBBjZcXkpU2bPpN8hoaa26DckZUnHQl-yiTYw4jMF7aV-ettrEQavv3v_4YlYc5eSO0t95e7spQm8CaIPyfA$). For online resources for jobseekers, visit [denvergov.org/workforce](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/us.list-manage.com/O56SHpXhLGV?e=d829b2ce25&c2id=0fe9b78d9feeded6ea2a192aa6c5c5b2__;!!M87Ej6RJKlw!Sk3-JGHqceWBBjZcXkpU2bPpN8hoaa26DckZUnHQl-yiTYw4jMF7aV-ettrEQavv3v_4YlYc5eSO0t95e7spQm-uG9mraA$). Source: [Office of the Mayor of Denver](https://www.denvergov.org/News-articles/2026/Veterans-Day-Closure)