Denver Family Events

Oct. 13th - Feb. 17th

Wild Things: The Art of Maurice Sendak

Now - Feb. 17. See over 450 drawings, paintings, posters, and other fun surprises created by one of America's most beloved st...

Oct. 31st - Nov. 29th

Save $10 OFF Spring Recreation Fees!

Save $10 OFF Spring Recreation Fees! Enter CKIDSP25. Valid for our Grasshopper and Munchkin Programs, Recreational Progra...

Nov. 2nd - Jan. 5th

Royal Gorge Holiday Bridge of Lights

Drive Across America’s Bridge at Annual Bridge of Lights Event Get ready to be jingled with excitement because the Royal...

Nov. 8th - Dec. 23rd

Colorado Railroad Museum Polar Express

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride returns once again to the Colorado Railroad Museum! Sure to re-kindle the Christmas spirit in...

Nov. 14th - 23rd

Rodgers & Hammerstein\'s Cinderella presented by Joyful Light Youth Theater

Join us for a magical evening as our talented 8th- through 12th-grade cast brings to life Rodgers & Hammerstein's beloved cla...

Nov. 15th - 23rd

Disney\'s Beauty & the Beast JR. presented by Joyful Light Youth Theater

Based on the beloved original Broadway production and the Academy Award-winning film, Disney's Beauty and the Beast JR. is a ...

Nov. 17th - Jan. 12th

Blossoms of Light at Denver Botanic Gardens

Step into a world of enchantment this holiday season at Denver Botanic Gardens' Blossoms of Light. Immerse yourself in a wint...

Nov. 21st - Jan. 5th

Leadville Railroad Holiday Express Train Ride

A MAGICAL HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Colorado Rocky Mountains like ...

Nov. 21st - 23rd

A Midsummer Night's Dream presented by Artios Academies

A Midsummer Night's Dream bursts to life with wild and whimsical adventures in a magical forest filled with thrilling surpris...

Nov. 23rd - Jan. 5th

ZOO LIGHTS

With 80 acres boasting over three million lights, we’re still the one making spirits bright. We’re still your fave for fa...

Nov. 23rd

A Musical Storytime with JD McPherson

Join us for a musical storytime with Musician and Author: JD McPherson! JD will read the book, Socks, followed by a perfor...

Nov. 24th - Jan. 1st

Trail of Lights at Chatfield Farms

Experience the magic of the season at Chatfield Farms' Trail of Lights. Nestled against the foothills of the Rockies, a dazzl...

Nov. 24th - Dec. 24th

Christmas tree stand at Cottonwood Farms

We are just a few minutes' drive from Boulder, Lafayette, Louisville, Superior, and Erie. Open every day November 24 - Dec...

Nov. 25th - 29th

Fall Climbing camps at The Spot

Join us for a single day or all week on the dates below: 11/25–11/29 (No camp 11/28) $432/full week, $109/single day ...

Nov. 25th - 27th

YMCA Out of School Time - Thanksgiving Break

CONNECT AND THRIVE What your kids do out of school is just as important as what they do in. YMCA Out of School Time (OST) ca...

Nov. 26th

Advance Tickets Go On Sale

The chill in the air sparks the start of something magical—construction on the iconic Ice Castles has officially begun! Th...

Nov. 28th

Thanksgiving Buffet at The Downtown Aquarium

Thanksgiving Buffet: Get out of the kitchen and enjoy traditional favorites, a kid’s buffet and exhibit discounts at the Aq...

Nov. 28th - Feb. 23rd

Ice Castles - Eagle Colorado

Ice Castles is an awe-inspiring, must-see winter phenomenon that brings fairy tales to life. The experience is built entirely...

Nov. 29th - Jan. 1st

Luminova Holidays at Elitch Gardens

Iincludes over 4 million dazzling lights 65 ft. Christmas tree, 25 ft. snowman that never melts, and a 300 ft. candy cane tun...

Nov. 30th - Dec. 1st

NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet

Give the gift of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet to the whole family. Celebrate America's favorite Christmas tradition w...

Nov. 30th - Dec. 1st

The Nutcracker with Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra and The Boulder Ballet

The magic of the holidays takes center stage in our dazzling production of The Nutcracker. The famous story follows Clara on ...

Dec. 6th - 22nd

Colorado Holiday BAZAAR

Colorado Holiday Bazaar Join us for the Largest Indoor Holiday Market in South Denver, featuring over 150 vendor booths show...

Dec. 7th

Race of the Santas

Race of the Santas (Ages 6 & Up) Breckenridge ups the ante on small town holiday charm with the return of Lighting of Brec...

Dec. 7th - 24th

Breakfast with Santa at The Downtown Aquarium

Dec. 7, 8, 14, 15, 21-24 Breakfast with Santa: Santa is stopping by the Aquarium this holiday season! Dine with him and our m...

Dec. 7th - Feb. 17th

Snow Days, a winter experience

Spend your days gliding around the rink, sledding on REAL snow, sipping hot cocoa by a toasty fire and much, much more! Ou...

Dec. 7th

YouthBiz Holiday Marketplace

Come shop at the Young Americans Center for Financial Education (YACFE) YouthBiz Holiday Marketplace, where more than 80 youn...

Dec. 14th

2nd Saturdays at Spur

Every 2nd Saturday of the month, visit CSU Spur for free, family-friendly fun! On 2nd Saturdays at Spur there are dozens of h...

Dec. 14th

Santa and the Dinos

Make a trip to the Dinosaur Resource Center for a visit with Santa and the Dinosaurs! We will have our craft table available ...

Dec. 21st

Holiday Tales with Puppy Tails

No snow in Colorado means no fun. Joey and Kira and Elf Denise try to make it snow so that everyone can have a white Christma...

Dec. 23rd - 27th

Winter Climbing Camps at The Spot

Winter Camps Join us for a single day or all week on the dates below: 12/23–12/27 (No camp 12/24, 12/25) $323/full we...