Burnham Yard is located less than a mile southeast of Empower Field at Mile High along the I-25 corridor in Denver's urban core. The site is situated between 6^th and 13^th avenues to the south and north while bordered by Seminole Road and Osage Street to the west and east.

The Broncos selected Burnham Yard as the preferred site for a stadium-anchored mixed-use district following a comprehensive and collaborative evaluation process spanning several years. Burnham Yard offers an accessible, historic location in the heart of Denver—the proud home of the Broncos since Day 1—with the potential to be revitalized into a thriving development connecting fans, neighbors and future generations across Colorado.

Numerous sites were initially considered, including Empower Field at Mile High's existing footprint. Eventually the Broncos narrowed their options to the current site as well as Denver, Lone Tree and Aurora before identifying Burnham Yard as the preferred site. While Lone Tree and Aurora are great communities—full of Broncos fans—overall we feel Burnham Yard is the best location to serve as the preferred site for our future stadium.

This decision was made after careful evaluation and extensive research over several years. When the Broncos' lease at Empower Field at Mile High expires with the Metropolitan Football Stadium District after the 2030 season, the facility will be 30 years old, which is a common inflection point for professional sports venues to undergo a complete replacement or extensive renovation. With the evolution of fan expectations and the year-round opportunity created by a stadium-anchored mixed-use district, Burnham Yard was identified as the preferred site to drive lasting economic impact, growth and connection for the community

Burnham Yard has a rich history as a downtown railyard that predates Colorado statehood. For nearly 150 years, the site was a major center of activity for Denver, stimulating the city's economy, providing employment for thousands of residents and linking communities throughout Colorado and the West. Burnham Yard ceased operations in 2016, and Union Pacific Railroad sold the site to the state in 2021. History Colorado will be the main point of contact for cultural and heritage resources related to the site.

The entire area for the stadium and mixed-use development is more than 100 acres. The organization has a conceptual agreement with the state of Colorado to purchase the 58-acre parcel of Burnham Yard at cost as well as an agreement in concept to purchase 25 acres from Denver Water. Various private real estate acquisitions will make up the rest of the area.

The Burnham Yard area was identified as a preferred site in part due to its accessibility and connectivity potential located along the I-25 corridor in Denver's core. Surrounded by existing transit lines, the stadium and mixed-use district will be the anchor and catalyst for the redevelopment of the site as a transit-oriented neighborhood. This will feature multi-modal transit options (including RTD light rail) as well as a walkable neighborhood adjacent to public transportation.

The stadium and mixed-use district will be funded through a private investment from the Walton-Penner Family Ownership Group. The city of Denver and state of Colorado will provide support for public improvements benefiting the community year-round with no new taxes.

The announcement of Burnham Yard as the preferred site for a stadium-anchored mixed-use district marks the next step forward and a meaningful checkpoint in a comprehensive process. It will now focus on a much deeper phase of civic and community engagement, higher-level site design and planning, and the necessary agreements and approvals to move forward. There is a long way to go and a lot of work to do. The Broncos are committed to working collaboratively with the city, state, Denver City Council, local neighborhoods and other organizations to bring this community-inspired vision to life.

With this being a preferred site announcement, there are no specific timelines that have been discussed for a potential groundbreaking out of respect for this process. The targeted completion for a new stadium would be the 2031 NFL season aligned with the expiration of the Broncos' current lease at Empower Field at Mile High with the Metropolitan Football Stadium District that runs through 2030. The Broncos also have the option to extend the lease if needed.

The initial phase of this comprehensive process involved quietly and carefully assessing all potential options to determine the preferred site for a future stadium. Once Burnham Yard was identified as the preferred location, the Broncos worked with the city of Denver and the state of Colorado to study the feasibility of the potential site, including the ability to acquire additional private land for the stadium and surrounding development. The Broncos, the city and the state now believe there is a strong and positive path forward for this transformational project at Burnham Yard.

Initial plans for the community hub will feature restaurants, retail outlets, hotel & housing options, office spaces, entertainment venues, dynamic public spaces and more.

Initial stadium design concepts call for a retractable roof featuring the latest technology. This will allow Broncos games to be played in the elements while also maximizing the year-round flexibility of the stadium and its long-term value to the entire community through attracting world-class events.

The Broncos have prioritized natural grass in the initial stadium design and planning.

The stadium will showcase innovative technology and modern amenities to elevate the fan experience, enhance the Broncos' homefield advantage and attract premier events throughout the year. Further details will be shared as the project advances to higher-level site design and planning.

The Broncos are in the preliminary stages of design at this time and look forward to sharing more information, including initial renderings, in the near future. The organization plans to partner with several well-established firms throughout this process.

Yes. The Broncos formally informed the Denver City Council on Sept. 9 that they are committed to engaging in a strong and inclusive Community Benefits Agreement process. The CBA will include partnering with the Denver Urban Renewal Authority to study redevelopment options for the mixed-use district.

Burnham Yard's rich history and connection to Denver's roots is a big reason why it was such an attractive site for a future stadium and mixed-use development. The Broncos look forward to working with key community organizations to identify ways to elevate and respect the historic nature of this site.

Shortly after the Walton-Penner Family Ownership Group purchased the Broncos in 2022, the team began the process of exploring future stadium possibilities. This has included surveying more than 10,000 season ticket members, conducting more than 100 focus groups, interviewing numerous team partners, consulting with experts and visiting several new stadiums and developments throughout sports.

According to market research conducted by the Broncos, the majority of fans and stakeholders preferred a new stadium in a near-downtown location as well as a roof covering with a retractable roof being the No. 1 option. Survey participants showed overwhelming support for a mixed-use development while also valuing site accessibility and non-gameday amenities.

If a new stadium is built and the Empower Field at Mile High lease is closed (currently set to expire after the 2030 NFL season), the land the stadium is on and surrounding parking lots will revert back to city ownership. The city will work with the community to develop and implement a plan for the 80 acres.

The Broncos are grateful for the loyal support of Season Ticket Members and are committed to approaching this process with them in mind. When there are more details to share, the organization looks forward to keeping valued Season Ticket Members updated every step of the way.