Colorado 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 storytellers and artists. Don't miss your chance to ...

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 Gorge Bridge & Park is absolutely thrilled to unw...

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 True Believers, THE POLAR EXPRESS™ offers a uni...

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 winter wonderland of shimmering lights as the Gardens ...

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 never before with our unforgettable Holiday Expres...

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 family fun. We’re still the place where tradition ...

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 dazzling spectacle of lights illuminates the Colorado c...

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 - December 24, 11 AM to 7 PM Traditional Tree Variet...

Nov. 28th - Mar. 31st

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 by hand using hundreds of thousands of icicles ha...

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 tunnel! Rides on limited Elitch Gardens attractions a...

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 mascot, Sharkey, and enjoy a delicious breakfast bu...

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! Our winter experience, SNOW DAYS, is open December 7...

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 Christmas. Join them in this interactive program full of d...

Dec. 21st - Apr. 15th

A Moment in Time: The Nevada Northern Railway

This series captures the Nevada Northern Railway as it stood in the 1980s and 1990s, revealing the untold story of a historic western mining railroad during its quiet, forgott...

Dec. 22nd

Coaches vs Cops Charity Hockey Game

Come join us for an epic showdown on the ice at the Ice Centre At the Promenade! Watch as coaches and cops face off in a friendly yet competitive hockey game, all for a good c...

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 week, $109/single day --- 12/30–1/3 (No camp 1/...

Dec. 26th - Jan. 3rd

YMCA Out of School Time - Christmas 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) care emphasizes social and emotional skills that boo...

Dec. 30th - Jan. 3rd

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 week, $109/single day --- 12/30–1/3 (No camp 1/...

Dec. 31st

New Year's Eve Wild Rumpus

Ring in the New Year with a Wild Things-themed bash at the Denver Art Museum! Celebrate this family-friendly event with artmaking activities, tasty snacks, giveaways for ki...

Dec. 31st

Noon Year's Eve

We're bringing the glitz and glam of NYE in Times Square, all before bedtime! This one-of-a-kind family-friendly celebration to ring in the New Year features ball drops at ...

Dec. 31st

Let'em Fly New Year's Eve Party

Five Front Range Locations! Let'em Fly New Year's Eve Party We will be having a day filled with Adventure and Fun! Giveaways Adventures FUN! Cost is $25.99 Ulti...

Jan. 6th - Oct. 6th

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 week, $109/single day --- 12/30–1/3 (No camp 1/...