Things to Do with Kids in Elizabeth

Family Storytime (All Ages)

Today · 10:30 AM – 11 AM

Smoky Hill Library · Centennial · 19 mi

Short books, songs, and rhymes for families. The library shows registration is full. Drop-ins are welcome as space allows.

Family Storytime (All Ages)

Today · 10:30 AM – 11 AM

Southglenn Library · Centennial · 24 mi

Stories, songs, and rhymes for families. Reserve a spot for each child and adult. Drop-ins are welcome as space allows.

Mountain Pine Woman's Club Annual Yuletide Bazaar

Today · 9 AM – 4 PM

Parker Fieldhouse · Parker · 14 mi

The MPWC Annual Bazaar is our major fundraiser for the year. It features 100 artisans/vendors selling their products. There will be door prizes and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. Fun for the whole family! https://www.parkerco.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=7127

Butterfly/Backstroke: Swim Stroke/Conditioning Clinic

Today · 9 AM

Parker Parks and Recreation · Parker · ≈ 15 mi

Butterfly/Backstroke: Swim Stroke/Conditioning Clinic November 14, 2026, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Butterfly/Backstroke: Swim Stroke/Conditioning Clinic 2026-11-14T09:00:00 Aquatics Event Location Parker Recreation Center Parker CO 80138 Aquatics More Details

Butterfly/Backstroke: Swim Stroke/Conditioning Clinic

Today · 9 AM

Event Location Address: Parker Recreation Center · Parker · 18 mi

Butterfly/Backstroke: Swim Stroke/Conditioning Clinic November 14, 2026, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Butterfly/Backstroke: Swim Stroke/Conditioning Clinic 2026-11-14T09:00:00 Aquatics Event Location Parker Recreation Center Parker CO 80138 Aquatics More Details

Parker Task Force Food Drive

Today · 8 AM – 4 PM

Various Locations · Parker · ≈ 11 mi

https://www.parkerco.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=7078

Art on Display

Today · All day · runs through Dec 31

Douglas County Libraries - Parker · Parker · 13 mi

Leman Academy of Excellence Paintings and Drawings November 1-December 31 This exhibition features artwork by K–8 students at the Leman Academy of Excellence in Parker. The collection celebrates creativity and imagination and shares the talents of these young artists with the community. Douglas County Libraries supports the arts by featuring stunning public art and donating display space at select branches for local artists. Exhibit Your Work × Host it Here! Our Parker location offers versatile event spaces and popular features like: Largest event hall space of our libraries Floor-to-ceiling windows in event halls Beautiful views and natural light Park, splash pad, and ice skating adjacent to the library Walkable to restaurants, ice cream shops, shopping, and more Proximity and access to DIA Proximity to Aurora Popular for social events Let us help you host an event to remember! <div aria-labelledby

Coast2Coast Culinary Thanksgiving Meal Kit

Today · All day · runs through Nov 19

Coast2Coast Culinary · Castle Rock · 15 mi

Skip the Thanksgiving marathon this year. Coast2Coast Culinary's Thanksgiving meal kit is cooked from scratch in our Castle Rock kitchen: brined turkey with gravy, 105 West stout-braised short ribs, garlic mashed potatoes, sage cornbread stuffing, roasted root vegetables, house-made rolls, sweet potato pumpkin pie and apple pie trifle cups, plus your choice of appetizer. It comes ready to heat and serve. $285 feeds 4-6, $545 feeds 7-10. Order by Thursday, November 19. Pickup is Wednesday, November 25, 7:00am-3:30pm at 1605 Park St, Suite C, or delivery ($30) within 15 miles. Order online at coast2coastculinary.com/thanksgiving or call (303) 335-0030.

Sacred and Holy Moments, Nov. 1 - 22, 2026

Today · 2 PM · runs through Nov 22

St. Luke's United Methodist Church · Highlands Ranch · 24 mi

Watch Online 11/8/2026 Bulletin Announcements November 15: Rev. Liza Stoltz Hanson preaching November 22: Thanksgiving Sunday: Rev. Calob Rundell preaching Advent 2026: A Weary World Rejoices November 29: Hope: Rev. Liza Stoltz Hanson preaching December 6: Joy: Christmas Cantata December 13: Love: Rev. Calob Rundell preaching December 20: Peace: Rev. Calob Rundell preaching Silent Auction Anything Goes photos 10/17/26 2:00pm | 10/18/26 Our newsletter: The Chronicle - "Fall 2026" issue Mission Opportunities Online pledge card Create your Servant Keeper login New google calendar (major church events) <a href="https://stlukeshr.com/res/

Students Friendsgiving

Tomorrow · 6 PM – 8 PM

Cherry Hills Community Church · Highlands Ranch · 22 mi

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Teen Craft Group

Monday · 5 PM – 6 PM

Monument Library · Monument · 24 mi

Teen Craft Group Monday, November 16, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Zamna Hawaii Festival

Monday · All day

Hawaii.com Events · Highlands Ranch · ≈ 23 mi

$180 Oʻahu November 16, 2026

Middle School MIDWEEK

Tuesday · 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Journey Church Castle Pines · Castle Rock · 17 mi

Journey Church Castle Pines 9009 Clydesdale Road, Castle Rock, CO, United States Wednesdays at 6:00 pm Tue 17 November 17 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm MST Event Series The Collective

The Collective

Tuesday · 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Journey Church Castle Pines · Castle Rock · 17 mi

&lt;p&gt;2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month&lt;/p&gt;\n

Southeast Youth FEAST

Wednesday · All day

Southeast Christian Church · Parker · 14 mi

Southeast Youth FEAST November 18, 2026

Bowling: TR Youth Socials

Thursday · 4:30 PM

Parker Parks and Recreation · Parker · ≈ 15 mi

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Bowling: TR Youth Socials

Thursday · 4:30 PM

Event Location Address: Boondocks · Parker · 16 mi

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Season of the Star: Downtown Holiday Lights

Sat, Nov 21 · 5:30 PM – 10 PM

Downtown Castle Rock · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Castle Rock's Season of the Star starts with Starlighting on November 21, 2026. Downtown holiday lights remain on display through January 23, 2027. This listing marks the opening night; visit downtown throughout the season.

Castle Rock Starlighting

Sat, Nov 21 · 2 PM – 6 PM

Historic Wilcox Square and Festival Park · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Castle Rock Starlighting celebration. Enjoy food vendors, Santa, entertainment, 5 p.m. star ceremony, lighting about 5:30 p.m., and fireworks; downtown Castle Rock.

Astronomy Night

Sat, Nov 21 · 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport) · Englewood · ≈ 21 mi

&lt;p&gt;Let\'s go stargazing and get up close with planets! All are invited to look up…&lt;/p&gt;\n

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Sun, Nov 22 · 5 PM – 8 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

Free Winter Trolley Rides

Mon, Nov 23 · 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Downtown Castle Rock, Encore Parking Garage trolley stop · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Free family trolley loop through Downtown Castle Rock's festive holiday lights. Runs Monday and Tuesday evenings, with boarding near the Encore Parking Garage and downtown stops. Confirm pickup details with organizer.

Thanksgiving Break FUNdamental Camp: NBN Basketball

Mon, Nov 23 · 9 AM

Event Location Address: Parker Fieldhouse · Parker · 14 mi

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Thanksgiving Break FUNdamental Camp: NBN Basketball

Mon, Nov 23 · 9 AM

Parker Parks and Recreation · Parker · ≈ 15 mi

Thanksgiving Break FUNdamental Camp: NBN Basketball November 23, 2026, 9:00 AM&thinsp;-&thinsp;4:00 PM Thanksgiving Break FUNdamental Camp: NBN Basketball 2026-11-23T09:00:00 Thanksgiving Break Camps Event Location Parker Fieldhouse Parker CO 80138 Thanksgiving Break Camps More Details

Free Winter Trolley Rides

Tue, Nov 24 · 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Downtown Castle Rock, Encore Parking Garage trolley stop · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Free family trolley loop through Downtown Castle Rock's festive holiday lights. Runs Monday and Tuesday evenings, with boarding near the Encore Parking Garage and downtown stops. Confirm pickup details with organizer.

Preschool Storytime

Wed, Nov 25 · 11 AM – 11:30 AM

Douglas County Libraries – Castle Rock · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Preschool Storytime at Douglas County Libraries in Castle Rock, ideal for ages 3–5.

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Wed, Nov 25 · 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

Turkey ROCK Trot

Thu, Nov 26 · 7:30 AM – 11 AM

Douglas County Fairgrounds and Event Center, 500 Fairgrounds Road, Castle Rock · Castle Rock · 14 mi

The Plum Creek Church 22nd Annual Turkey ROCK Trot is a Thanksgiving morning tradition featuring a 5K Family Fun Run/Walk/Stroll through Castle Rock. The event also includes a FREE 1K Kids Dash, a Health & Wellness Expo with more than 30 vendors and sponsors, live music, food, family activities, and post-race entertainment. Proceeds benefit the Help & Hope Center, which provides assistance to individuals and families in Douglas and Elbert counties experiencing economic hardship or housing instability.

Parker Parks and Recreation Turkey Day 5K FUN Run/Walk

Thu, Nov 26 · 8 AM – 8 AM

17301 E Lincoln Ave., Parker · Parker · 15 mi

3.1 Miles. Turkey Day 5K FUN Run/Walk with RNK Running & Walking The tradition continues! Celebrate Thanksgiving Day with family and friends while getting a workout. Date: Nov. 26, 2026 Time: 8-8:15 a.m., (waves based on pace) Location: Start and Finish at Parker Recreation Center , 17301 E. Lincoln Ave. Note: some mapping applications may route users to a different location. Please be sure to check the addr

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Fri, Nov 27 · 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Sat, Nov 28 · 5 PM – 8 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Sun, Nov 29 · 5 PM – 8 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

Free Winter Trolley Rides

Mon, Nov 30 · 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Downtown Castle Rock, Encore Parking Garage trolley stop · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Free family trolley loop through Downtown Castle Rock's festive holiday lights. Runs Monday and Tuesday evenings, with boarding near the Encore Parking Garage and downtown stops. Confirm pickup details with organizer.

Free Winter Trolley Rides

Tue, Dec 1 · 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Downtown Castle Rock, Encore Parking Garage trolley stop · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Free family trolley loop through Downtown Castle Rock's festive holiday lights. Runs Monday and Tuesday evenings, with boarding near the Encore Parking Garage and downtown stops. Confirm pickup details with organizer.

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Wed, Dec 2 · 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Thu, Dec 3 · 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Fri, Dec 4 · 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

Festival Park Starlight Market

Fri, Dec 4 · 3 PM – 8 PM

Festival Park · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Friday opening of Festival Park Starlight Market with more than 40 craft and food vendors, holiday music, food trucks and hot cocoa.

Tree Lighting

Fri, Dec 4 · 5 PM – 7 PM

· Parker · 18 mi

Tree Lighting The Ridge Golf Course 1414 Castle Pines Pkwy, Castle Pines, CO, 80108 Join us at the Tree Lighting Celebration to kick off the Winter Wonderland series of events! Bring your friends, family, and ne... 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Festival Park Starlight Market

Sat, Dec 5 · 11 AM – 7 PM

Festival Park · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Second day of Castle Rock's holiday craft and food market with more than 40 vendors, hot cocoa, food trucks, festive music and the decorated tree.

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Sat, Dec 5 · 5 PM – 8 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

Reindeer Games

Sat, Dec 5 · 1 PM – 4 PM

Amphitheater and Millhouse at Philip S. Miller Park · Castle Rock · ≈ 15 mi

Free family holiday celebration with live reindeer, Santa, winter crafts, outdoor games and hot chocolate.

Santa in the Hangar at Exploration of Flight

Sat, Dec 5 · 10 AM – 2 PM

Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport) · Englewood · ≈ 21 mi

&lt;p&gt;Our annual Santa in the Hangar is back! Join us at Wings Over the Rockies…&lt;/p&gt;\n

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Sun, Dec 6 · 5 PM – 8 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

🐭 Sensitive Sunday at Chuck E Cheese Lone Tree

Sun, Dec 6 · 9 AM – 11 AM

Chuck E Cheese Lone Tree · Centennial · 21 mi

Free Winter Trolley Rides

Mon, Dec 7 · 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Downtown Castle Rock, Encore Parking Garage trolley stop · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Free family trolley loop through Downtown Castle Rock's festive holiday lights. Runs Monday and Tuesday evenings, with boarding near the Encore Parking Garage and downtown stops. Confirm pickup details with organizer.

Free Winter Trolley Rides

Tue, Dec 8 · 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Downtown Castle Rock, Encore Parking Garage trolley stop · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Free family trolley loop through Downtown Castle Rock's festive holiday lights. Runs Monday and Tuesday evenings, with boarding near the Encore Parking Garage and downtown stops. Confirm pickup details with organizer.

Group Swim Lessons Registration Opens

Tue, Dec 8 · All day

Event Location Address: Parker Recreation Center · Parker · 15 mi

Group Swim Lessons Registration Opens December 8, 2026 Parker Recreation Center Event Details

Group Swim Lessons Registration Opens

Tue, Dec 8 · All day

Parker Parks and Recreation · Parker · ≈ 15 mi

Group Swim Lessons Registration Opens December 8, 2026 Parker Recreation Center Event Details

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Wed, Dec 9 · 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Thu, Dec 10 · 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Fri, Dec 11 · 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

Save the Date: Community Celebration AdventHealth Crystal Valley Health Park

Fri, Dec 11 · 11 AM – 3 PM

· Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

06 Dec 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM AdventHealth Health Park 4141 Plum Creek Boulevard, Suite 100, Castle Rock, CO 80104

Storytellers and S'mores

Sat, Dec 12 · 5 PM – 7 PM

Festival Park · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Holiday stories from Santa and friends at the giant storyteller chair, marshmallow roasting, s'mores, hot chocolate and writing letters to Santa.

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Sat, Dec 12 · 5 PM – 8 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Sun, Dec 13 · 5 PM – 8 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

Christmas Kid Choir

Sun, Dec 13 · All day

Southeast Christian Church · Parker · 14 mi

Christmas Kid Choir December 13, 2026

Tiny Tots: Passport to Music

Sun, Dec 13 · 9:30 AM – 11:59 PM

Parker Fieldhouse · Parker · 14 mi

These interactive orchestra concerts take families on a musical journey around the globe, surrounded by a 16-piece professional orchestra. Children can move, respond to the music, and discover orchestral instruments up close. Families sit on the floor or in accessible seating among the musicians. This program is English-Spanish bilingual with ASL interpreting. https://www.parkerco.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=7164

Free Winter Trolley Rides

Mon, Dec 14 · 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Downtown Castle Rock, Encore Parking Garage trolley stop · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Free family trolley loop through Downtown Castle Rock's festive holiday lights. Runs Monday and Tuesday evenings, with boarding near the Encore Parking Garage and downtown stops. Confirm pickup details with organizer.

Free Winter Trolley Rides

Tue, Dec 15 · 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Downtown Castle Rock, Encore Parking Garage trolley stop · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Free family trolley loop through Downtown Castle Rock's festive holiday lights. Runs Monday and Tuesday evenings, with boarding near the Encore Parking Garage and downtown stops. Confirm pickup details with organizer.

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Wed, Dec 16 · 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Thu, Dec 17 · 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Fri, Dec 18 · 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Sat, Dec 19 · 5 PM – 8 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus

Sat, Dec 19 · 10:15 AM – 11:59 PM

Parker Senior Center · Parker · 13 mi

Celebrate the magic of the season with Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Enjoy a festive breakfast, visits with Santa, letter writing, live music and more holiday fun! Advance registration is required for all attendees. Register online through the Parker Senior Center website under Events. No walk-ins will be accepted. https://www.parkerco.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=7178

Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus

Sat, Dec 19 · 8:15 AM – 11:59 PM

Parker Senior Center · Parker · 13 mi

Celebrate the magic of the season with Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Enjoy a festive breakfast, visits with Santa, letter writing, live music and more holiday fun! Advance registration is required for all attendees. Register online through the Parker Senior Center website under Events. No walk-ins will be accepted. https://www.parkerco.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=7177

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Sun, Dec 20 · 5 PM – 8 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

Free Winter Trolley Rides

Mon, Dec 21 · 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Downtown Castle Rock, Encore Parking Garage trolley stop · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Free family trolley loop through Downtown Castle Rock's festive holiday lights. Runs Monday and Tuesday evenings, with boarding near the Encore Parking Garage and downtown stops. Confirm pickup details with organizer.

Free Winter Trolley Rides

Tue, Dec 22 · 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Downtown Castle Rock, Encore Parking Garage trolley stop · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Free family trolley loop through Downtown Castle Rock's festive holiday lights. Runs Monday and Tuesday evenings, with boarding near the Encore Parking Garage and downtown stops. Confirm pickup details with organizer.

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Wed, Dec 23 · 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

St. Francis of Assisi Christmas Eve Service

Thu, Dec 24 · All day

Douglas County Fairgrounds and Event Center, 500 Fairgrounds Road, Castle Rock · Castle Rock · 14 mi

Join St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church for a special Christmas Eve service celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. The service will provide an opportunity for individuals and families to gather for worship, prayer, and reflection as they begin their Christmas celebration.

Christmas Eve Service

Thu, Dec 24 · 5 PM – 5 PM

Douglas County Fairgrounds and Event Center, 500 Fairgrounds Road, Castle Rock · Castle Rock · 14 mi

Celebrate Christmas Eve with Emmaus Anglican Church at a special live nativity service held in a heated barn at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. The Christmas story comes to life with animals, angels, shepherds, kings, and wise men, accompanied by classic Christmas carols, choir and bell choir music, and Holy Communion.

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Sat, Dec 26 · 5 PM – 8 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Sun, Dec 27 · 5 PM – 8 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

Free Winter Trolley Rides

Mon, Dec 28 · 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Downtown Castle Rock, Encore Parking Garage trolley stop · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Free family trolley loop through Downtown Castle Rock's festive holiday lights. Runs Monday and Tuesday evenings, with boarding near the Encore Parking Garage and downtown stops. Confirm pickup details with organizer.

Free Winter Trolley Rides

Tue, Dec 29 · 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Downtown Castle Rock, Encore Parking Garage trolley stop · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Free family trolley loop through Downtown Castle Rock's festive holiday lights. Runs Monday and Tuesday evenings, with boarding near the Encore Parking Garage and downtown stops. Confirm pickup details with organizer.

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Wed, Dec 30 · 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Fri, Jan 1 · 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Sat, Jan 2 · 5 PM – 8 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.

Downtown Holiday Carriage Rides

Sun, Jan 3 · 5 PM – 8 PM

Festival Park (pick up at big Christmas tree) · Castle Rock · ≈ 14 mi

Horse-drawn carriage rides through Downtown Castle Rock holiday lights. Advance ticket required; $59 per carriage (up to four riders). Individual time slots must be reserved with the Downtown Alliance. Seasonal rides November 22, 2026 through January 3, 2027; excludes listed holidays.