Denver Metro
Drone
Drone production requires specific insurance and approvals.
Morning golden hour
7:28 AM – 8:03 AM
Light from the SSW · 6693°
Evening golden hour
5:21 PM – 5:56 PM
Light from the WSW · 14283°
Calculated for this location and date, shown in local time. Sun position only — it does not account for terrain or buildings casting shade.
Checked 2026-09-14
Personal photography
Personal photography is allowed subject to building security and ordinary public-use rules.
Portrait or hired shoots
Organized photography on city-owned property that is intended beyond personal use requires a city film permit.
Commercial, brand, or film
Aurora requires a film permit for commercial, noncommercial or student photo/video activity on city-owned property when intended for sale or general distribution beyond personal use.
Drone
Drone production requires specific insurance and approvals.
Fee or rate
City film permit, additional facility fees may apply
Permit path: COMMERCIAL_PERMIT
Policies change. Confirm with the listed authority before you shoot.
Included
Access
COMMERCIAL_PERMIT. Application recommended at least 30 days in advance. Building security, public services and private work areas remain restricted.