Looking for something fun to do with your family over the weekend? We've got you covered! While there are tons of family-fun events and activities happening right here in Highlands Ranch-Parker-Castle Rock-Lone Tree. We've rounded up our top publisher picks (including local fun and events worth the drive) to help make your weekend plans a bit easier.
Events may be sold out, canceled, or postponed without notice. Be sure to confirm with the event's host that the event is still scheduled as listed below.
Ongoing Events & Reminders:
- 🎄 Order Your 2024 Elf Kit! | No Stress. Just Magic!
- 🏀 Harlem Wizards Trick Basketball Game in Highlands Ranch (Purchase tickets now!)
- 🍂 Check out our Fall Family Fun Guide
- 🎃 Check out our Halloween Guide
- 📚 Douglas County Library Story Time Guide is back!
- 🎳 Kids Bowl FREE at Main Event Highlands Ranch, Apr 1-Oct 31 (Ages 2-15)
- 🛶 Paddle Days at Rueter-Hess ~ Sat - Sun through October (All Ages)
Friday, October 18th: 🎃 Haunted Forest (Ages 10+)
- Location: Rocky Heights Middle School Trailhead | Highlands Ranch
- The gates of the Backcountry Wilderness Area Haunted Forest crack open and reveal sinister scenes for two nights this month on October 18 and 19. Discover what’s lurking behind every tree and bush in this three-quarter-mile creep through the woods.
- GA: $15 | Fast Pass: $25
Saturday, October 19th: 🎃 Trick-or-Treat at Parker Landing (Ages 2 -8)
- Location: Parker Landing Child Development Center | Parker
- Join us for a spooktacular evening at our school's Trunk or Treat event! This family-friendly event is a perfect way for kids to collect treats in a secure environment while showing off their creative costumes.
- FREE | Registration required
Saturday, October 19th: 🎃 Trunk or Treat Off Mainstreet (All Ages)
- Location: O'Brien Park | Parker
- Get your kids all dressed up & come Trick or Treat safely off of Mainstreet with candy, goodies & Halloween fun including music, entertainment & more.
- FREE - Registration Required | Prices vary by vendor
Saturday, October 19th: 🐴 Pony Rides (Ages 3-10)
- Location: Backcountry Wilderness Area | Highlands Ranch
- Hand-led pony rides are available for the young horse enthusiast with Backcountry's ponies, Cabo and Ziggi! Walk along with your child as they enjoy the ride.
- HRCA Member: $8 | Program Guest: $12
Sunday, October 20th: 🎃 Haunted Horses- Fall Family Festival (All Ages)
- Location: Affinity Ranch | Parker
- Join Affinity Ranch for a day of haunted fun! We will have games, animal meet & greets, and a trick or treat trail.
- FREE - $20
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