About the Founder

David “Dakota” Moore is a disabled U.S. Army veteran, husband, and father of six who built I-70 Smash & Splash™ from a decade-long vision — a place for people to safely let go, create, and reconnect.

In 2005, Dakota was stationed in Balad, Iraq, breathing in burn pit smoke every day while serving as an EMT and soldier. Years later, those exposures left him fighting for his health and struggling to breathe. By 2020, he was on oxygen full-time — but through recovery, creativity, and family, he found purpose again.

He channeled that experience into something new: a safe, alcohol-free, family-friendly venue where people can laugh, throw paint, break stuff safely, and build art — all under one roof.

Our Mission

To build Colorado’s first full-scale entertainment venue that combines:

• Smash Rooms – for stress relief and fun destruction

• Splash (UV Paint) Rooms – for creative release and shared experiences

• Axe Throwing – precision, focus, and friendly competition

• Pottery & Art Studios – creativity and community expression

• A Year-Round Haunted Experience – storytelling and theatrical immersion

This project is designed to be accessible, inclusive, and safe for all ages — built by a veteran who knows that healing, family, and laughter belong together.

Community Commitment

I-70 Smash & Splash™ is proudly:

• Veteran-Founded and Family-Operated

• Alcohol-Free and Drug-Free for guest and staff safety

• Community-Driven through fundraising, VetTix partnerships, and local collaborations

• Accessibility-Focused with sensory-friendly “Low-Stim” nights and ADA-compliant design

Where We Are Now

The team is actively working to secure its Lakewood, Colorado location and complete funding for construction. Target opening: Summer 2026.

To learn more or support the mission, contact:
📧 dakota@i70smashnsplash.com
📞 720-495-4288