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17 Things to Do in Douglas County This Weekend With Kids

Family Activities & Events in Highlands Ranch, Parker, Castle Rock, Lone Tree, & Nearby Areas

By Kyrie Collins, Macaroni KID Highlands Ranch-Parker-Castle Rock-Lone Tree Publisher March 19, 2023

Are you looking for fun family activities this weekend in and near Douglas County? We've got some recommendations for you! 

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We update this article every Monday. We have not attended all events, and we encourage parents to use their judgment when choosing which events to attend. Age recommendations are provided by the venue.

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NOTE: We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of event information and update our calendar when we learn of changes or cancellations. However, we recommend checking with the venue to make sure an event is taking place as planned.

FRIDAY, MARCH 24

1. 🌾 SCFD Free Day (All Ages) at Four Mile Historic Park, Denver

2. 🌰 Nature Homeschool (Ages 6-14) at Backcountry Wilderness Area, Highlands Ranch

3. 🪁 STEAMology: Kites ~ March 24 or 25 (Ages 2-4) at PACE Center, Parker

4. 🎨 Youth Pizza & Paint Night: Rustic Ox (Ages 6-14) at Castle Rock Recreation Center

5. 🌈 Color Sensory Exploration & Playtime (Ages 3-8) at Play Street Museum, Highlands Ranch

6. 🔮 Anthem and Aria: The Psychic Soulmates (All Ages) at Southridge Recreation Center, Highlands Ranch

7. 🎭 Legendary Theatre Presents: Mamma Mia! ~ March 24-25 & March 30-April 1 (Ages 5+) at Legend High School, Parker

8. 🆒 Middle School Madness (6th-8th Grade) at The MAC, Castle Rock

9. 🪘 San Jose Taiko (All Ages) at Lone Tree Arts Center

SATURDAY, MARCH 25

10. 🎨 Family Acrylic Paint Class: Jersey Cow (Ages 5-17) at Castle Rock Recreation Center

11. 🎭 Roxy Puppet Theater (Ages 3-7) at Roxborough State Park

12. 🦉 Nature EdVentures: Nesting Owls (All Ages) at Fly'n B Park, Highlands Ranch

13. 🍪 Free Fun for Families: Goodies Galore (Ages 3-8) at Lakeshore Learning, Lone Tree

14. 🏗️ Parents Night Out: Brick-wondo (Ages 5-12) at Impact Taekwondo, Highlands Ranch

15. 🚀 National Geographic Live: Cosmic Adventures (Ages 13+) t Lone Tree Arts Center

SUNDAY, MARCH 26

16. 🐰 Bunny Cares Day: Sensory-Friendly Photos with The Bunny (All Ages) at Park Meadows Shopping Center

17. 🦃 Turkey Gobbling Hike (Ages 10+) at Backcountry Wilderness Area, Highlands Ranch

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