Things to Do with Kids in Thornton Today

Dalcroze Music Classes ages 6-9 - Central Park

Today · All day

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

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"Winter Wonderland" Pay-What-You-Can Musical Theatre Class for Ages 7-14

Today · 6 PM – 7:15 PM

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

Dates: 10/29/2026 11/05/2026 11/12/2026 Show more dates Hide these dates 11/19/2026 12/03/2026 Time: 6:00-7:15 PM

Storytime and STEAM

Today · 9 AM – 10 AM

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

A free, hands-on morning for curious little ones. We read a favorite picture book together, then tackle a simple STEAM challenge inspired by the story. Grown-ups stay and play too. Spots are limited! Dates: 10/29/2026 Time: 9:00-10:00am Learn More

Wednesdays at the Museum

Today · All day

Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus · Denver · 8.5 mi

Thu Oct 29

Trick or Treat Street

Today · 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

Dates: 10/29/2026 Time: 2:30PM-5:30PM

Fritzler Farm Park Fall Festival!

Today · All day

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

Dates: 10/24/2026 10/25/2026 10/29/2026 Show more dates Hide these dates 10/30/2026 10/31/2026 11/01/2026 Time: See website for details

Mythic Creatures: Dragons, Unicorns & Mermaids

Today · All day

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

Dates: 10/26/2026 10/27/2026 10/28/2026 Show more dates Hide these dates 10/29/2026 10/30/2026 10/31/2026 11/01/2026 11/02/2026 11/03/2026 11/04/2026 11/05/2026 11/06/2026 11/07/2026 11/08/2026 11/09/2026 11/10/2026 11/11/2026 11/12/2026 11/13/2026 11/14/2026 11/15/2026 11/16/2026 11/17/2026 11/18/2026 11/19

Thornton 70th Anniversary History Exhibit

Today · All day

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

Dates: 10/26/2026 10/27/2026 10/28/2026 Show more dates Hide these dates 10/29/2026 10/30/2026 11/02/2026 11/03/2026 11/04/2026 11/05/2026 11/06/2026 11/09/2026 11/10/2026 11/12/2026 11/13/2026 11/16/2026 11/17/2026 11/18/2026 11/19/2026 11/20/2026 11/23/2026 11/24/2026 11/25/2026 11/30/2026 12/01/2026 12/02

Disney in Concert: Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas

Today · 7:30 PM

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

Dates: 10/29/2026 Time: 7:30 pm

Drawing + Painting: 1st-4th grade (Littleton)

Today · 4 PM – 5:30 PM

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

Dates: 10/29/2026 11/05/2026 11/12/2026 Show more dates Hide these dates 11/19/2026 12/03/2026 12/10/2026 Time: 4 - 5:30 PM

1-1 Online/Remote Violin Lessons

Today · 3 PM

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

Dates: 10/29/2026 10/30/2026 11/04/2026 Show more dates Hide these dates 11/05/2026 11/06/2026 11/18/2026 11/19/2026 11/20/2026 12/15/2026 12/17/2026 12/18/2026 Time: between 3 pm and 630 pm

Proclaiming Colorado’s Black History

Today · All day

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

Dates: 10/29/2026 10/31/2026 11/03/2026 Show more dates Hide these dates 11/04/2026 11/05/2026 11/07/2026 Time: See website

Bright Nights at Four Mile 2026

Today · 7 PM – 11 PM

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

Dates: 10/29/2026 10/30/2026 10/31/2026 Show more dates Hide these dates 11/01/2026 11/04/2026 11/05/2026 11/06/2026 11/07/2026 11/08/2026 Time: Wednesdays – Sundays, 7pm-11pm

Thursday Homeschool Art (9-14yrs) Thursday, October 22nd 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Today · 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

Dates: 10/29/2026 11/05/2026 11/12/2026 Show more dates Hide these dates 11/19/2026 12/03/2026 12/10/2026 12/17/2026 Time: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Drawing + Painting: Teens (Arvada)

Today · 6 PM – 7:30 PM

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

Dates: 10/29/2026 11/05/2026 11/12/2026 Show more dates Hide these dates 11/19/2026 11/26/2026 12/03/2026 12/10/2026 Time: 6 - 7:30 PM

Mr. Paul's Story PlayTime in front of Timbuk Toys

Today · 10:30 AM

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

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Miller Farms Annual Fall Harvest Festival

Today · All day

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

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Campfire & S'mores

Today · All day

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

Gather with friends and family around the fire on the Grand Lodge Lawn and enjoy your own personal s'more kit! Dates: 10/26/2026 10/27/2026 10/28/2026 Show more dates Hide these dates 10/29/2026 10/30/2026 10/31/2026 11/01/2026 11/02/2026 11/03/2026 11/04/2026 11/05/2026 11/06/2026 11/07/2026 11/08/2026 11/09/2026 11/10/2026 11/11/2026 11/12/2026 11/13/2026 11/14/2026 11/15/2026 <span cl

The Ghosts of 1340 Penn | Molly Brown House Museum

Today · All day

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

Dates: 10/29/2026 10/30/2026 10/31/2026 Time: See website

Little Man Pumpkin Patch

Today · 12 PM

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

Dates: 10/26/2026 10/27/2026 10/28/2026 Show more dates Hide these dates 10/29/2026 10/30/2026 10/31/2026 Time: 12 PM

First Day of Kids Beginner Classes (Littleton)

Today · 9 AM – 10 AM

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

Dates: 10/24/2026 10/27/2026 10/29/2026 Show more dates Hide these dates 12/05/2026 12/08/2026 Time: 9:00-10:00am (Saturday) 5:30-6:30pm (Tuesday/Thursday)

Rocky Mountain Pumpkin Ranch Fall Festival | Weekends

Today · All day

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

Whether you’re joining us in late September or visiting during weekdays in October, our Fall Festival is the perfect way to enjoy autumn at a slower pace. Families, schools, and small groups love the cozy atmosphere, with farm-themed activities that give kids plenty of room to play, explore, and discover—without the bigger crowds of our October Weekend Carnival. Stop by the farm stand market to purchase activity wristbands, or simply wander our pumpkin displays throughout the grounds—the perfect backdrop for fall photos. Bring a picnic, relax on the farm, and enjoy the magic of autumn at Rocky Mountain Pumpkin Ranch. Dates: 10/26/2026 10/27/2026 10/28/2026 Show more dates Hide these dates 10/29/2026 10/30/2026 10/31/2026 11/01/2026 Time: See website Learn More

Wild Fall at Denver Zoo

Today · 9 AM – 4 PM

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

Dates: 10/26/2026 10/27/2026 10/28/2026 Show more dates Hide these dates 10/29/2026 10/30/2026 10/31/2026 Time: 9 am - 4 pm

TopGolf Swing Suite

Today · All day

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

Step inside our Swing Suite and get ready to play. Our interactive simulators offer a variety of golf and other games for every sports fan. Play 18 holes of golf or practice on the range, strike out a batter with a fastball, score a game winning touchdown, or kick the soccer ball past the All-Star keeper. It’s all that and more when you step up to the big screen. Dates: 10/26/2026 10/27/2026 10/28/2026 Show more dates Hide these dates 10/29/2026 10/30/2026 10/31/2026 11/01/2026 11/02/2026 11/03/2026 11/04/2026 11/05/2026 11/06/2026 11/07/2026 11/08/2026 11/09/2026 11/10/2026 11/11/2026 11/12/2026 <span class="dat

Wildlife Rescue - An Augmented Reality Experience

Today · All day

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

Wildlife Rescue - An Augmented Reality Experience presented by bubly™ Take a virtual safari through Gaylord Rockies! Dates: 10/26/2026 10/27/2026 10/28/2026 Show more dates Hide these dates 10/29/2026 10/30/2026 10/31/2026 11/01/2026 11/02/2026 11/03/2026 11/04/2026 11/05/2026 11/06/2026 11/07/2026 11/08/2026 11/09/2026 11/10/2026 11/11/2026 11/12/2026 11/13/2026 11/14/2026 11/15/2026 <span

Winter Break Camps in Lakewood

Today · 9 AM – 4 PM

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

Create art and dive into winter themed activities. Dates: 10/29/2026 10/30/2026 Time: 9am - 4pm options Learn More

2026 Season at Santa's Workshop, North Pole, Colorado

Today · All day

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

Dates: 10/29/2026 10/30/2026 10/31/2026 Show more dates Hide these dates 11/01/2026 11/02/2026 11/05/2026 11/06/2026 11/07/2026 11/08/2026 11/09/2026 11/12/2026 11/13/2026 11/14/2026 11/15/2026 11/16/2026 11/19/2026 11/20/2026 11/21/2026 11/22/2026 11/23/2026 11/27/2026 11/28/2026 11/29/2026 11/30/2026 12/03

Denver Center for the Performing Arts presents Disney’s Beauty and the Beast

Today · All day

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

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Daytime Homeschool Dance Program

Today · 10:15 AM – 12:15 PM

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

Dates: 10/29/2026 11/05/2026 11/12/2026 Show more dates Hide these dates 11/19/2026 11/26/2026 12/03/2026 12/10/2026 12/17/2026 Time: 10:15AM - 12:15PM

Pumpkin Patch at Cottonwood Farm

Today · 10 AM – 6 PM

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 12 mi

Dates: 10/26/2026 10/27/2026 10/28/2026 Show more dates Hide these dates 10/29/2026 10/30/2026 10/31/2026 Time: 10 am - 6 pm

Magic of the Jack O’Lanterns

Today · 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Hudson Gardens · Littleton · ≈ 19 mi

The Magic of the Jack O’Lanterns is a spooky fall event put on by Thirteenth Floor Entertainment. This event delights all ages on a glowing trail of thousands of magnificent, hand-carved pumpkins. A nautical sea-scape, a pirate ship, dinosaurs, dragons, and much more, all softly aglow throughout the event. You’ll find magic around every corner! For all customer service inquiries, ticketing, and questions, please visit: https://magicofthejackolanterns.com/denver/

Toddler Time

Today · 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM

Lakewood Library · Lakewood · ≈ 11 mi

Oct 29 Toddler Time Oct 29th | 10:15am - 10:45am Lakewood Library

Toddler Time

Today · 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM

Belmar Library · Lakewood · ≈ 13 mi

Oct 29 Toddler Time Oct 29th | 10:15am - 10:45am Belmar Library

Baby Time

Today · 9:15 AM – 9:45 AM

Belmar Library · Lakewood · ≈ 13 mi

Oct 29 Baby Time Oct 29th | 9:15am - 9:45am Belmar Library

Toxic Terrors VIP Tour with Entomologist Cori Brant

Today · 6 PM – 7:30 PM

Butterfly Pavilion · Westminster · ≈ 4.3 mi

OCT 29 Adult Program 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Toxic Terrors VIP Tour with Entomologist Cori Brant Step into the world of Toxic Terrors with this VIP, adults-only experience led by Butterfly Pavilion entomologist Cori Brant. Go behind the scenes with Cori as she shares fascinating insights about the species featured in the exhibit and gives you an insider’s look at how these incredible displays are designed and brought to life. Learn More

Mike’s Camera Workshop

Today · 6 PM – 7:30 PM

Butterfly Pavilion · Westminster · ≈ 4.3 mi

How do you capture all of the fine details and vibrant colors when doing Macro Photography? Join us for this three-part workshop where our instructors will teach you how to capture spectacular detail and colors in your Butterfly and Flower Macro Photography images. Learn More OCT 29 Adult Program 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Guided Acrylic Painting – Booked for Fall

Today · 1 PM – 3:30 PM

Community Recreation Center · Arvada · ≈ 5.7 mi

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Cuentacuentos en espanol / Spanish Story Time

Today · 3:30 PM – 4 PM

Lakewood Library · Lakewood · ≈ 11 mi

Oct 29 Cuentacuentos en espanol / Spanish Story Time Oct 29th | 3:30pm - 4:00pm Lakewood Library

Colorado Room & Colorado Garden – Program

Today · 10 AM – 11 AM

Hudson Gardens · Littleton · ≈ 19 mi

inventHQ Open Hours

Today · 2 PM – 7 PM

Broomfield Library & Auditorium · Broomfield · 6.3 mi

inventHQ Open Hours Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 2:00pm - 7:00pm

Exam Proctoring

Today · 5 PM – 8 PM

Broomfield Library & Auditorium · Broomfield · 6.3 mi

Exam Proctoring Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Broomfield Chess Club

Today · 6 PM – 8 PM

Broomfield Library & Auditorium · Broomfield · 6.3 mi

Broomfield Chess Club Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Live DJ

Today · 6:30 PM – 9:45 PM

Anderson Farms · Erie · ≈ 14 mi

Live DJ October 29, 2026 at 6:30 pm - 9:45 pm

Sugar Skulls & Calaveras

Today · 5 PM – 6 PM

Golden Library · Golden · 16 mi

Oct 29 Sugar Skulls & Calaveras Oct 29th | 5:00pm - 6:00pm Golden Library

Western Museum of Mining and Industry Event

Today · 9 AM · runs through Oct 31

ColoradoKids.com Family Calendar · Denver · ≈ 9.0 mi

Oct. 1st - 31st Miners Pumpkin Patch Saturdays in October Miners Pumpkin Patch Saturdays in October 9:00 am4:00 pm 225 N Gate Blvd Colorado Springs, Our Biggest Event of the Year�... View Western Museum of Mining and Industry Event

Denver Art Museum Event

Today · All day · runs through Oct 31

ColoradoKids.com Family Calendar · Denver · ≈ 9.0 mi

Oct. 26th - 31st Cosmic Studio Inspired by upcoming exhibitions at the DAM, including Pissarro's Impressionism, the Cosmic Studio invites you to tap into th... View Denver Art Museum Event

Fall Festival at Anderson Farms

Today · All day · runs through Oct 31

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 9.0 mi

Good times await your whole family at Anderson Farms! Join us September 23rd through October 31st to experience ALL of our fabulous Fall attractions! You don’t want to miss our Pumpkin Patch, Corn Maze, Farm Animals, Yard Games, and New Barnyard Challenge – the Low Ropes Course. Dates: 10/26/2026 10/28/2026 10/29/2026 Show more dates Hide these dates 10/30/2026 10/31/2026 Time: Varies - Check website for more info Learn More

2026 Fall Festival at Trinity Acres Pumpkin Patch

Today · 10 AM – 8 PM · runs through Nov 1

Kids Out and About Denver · Denver · ≈ 9.0 mi

Saturdays & Sundays, September 19th - November 1st | Come make fall memories at Trinity Acres Pumpkin Patch! Explore 25+ attractions, including our NEW corn maze, visit the animals, take a hayride, pick the perfect pumpkin, enjoy delicious fall treats, and stick around for cozy autumn evenings by the fire pits. There’s something for the whole family! Dates: 10/24/2026 10/25/2026 10/31/2026 Show more dates Hide these dates 11/01/2026 Time: 10:00AM to 8:00PM Learn More

Denver Art Museum Event

Today · All day · runs through Oct 31

BoulderKids.com Family Calendar · Boulder · ≈ 19 mi

Oct. 26th - 31st Cosmic Studio Inspired by upcoming exhibitions at the DAM, including Pissarro's Impressionism, the Cosmic Studio invites you to tap into th... View Denver Art Museum Event

Spider Zone

Today · 9 AM – 5 PM · runs through Oct 31

Butterfly Pavilion · Westminster · ≈ 4.3 mi

OCT 1 – 31 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Spider Zone Get Close, Get Very Close. Butterfly Pavilion invites guests to engage with some new friends in Spider Zone, an exotic enclosure filled with hundreds of free-roaming orb-weaving spiders. Learn More

Toxic Terrors

Today · 9 AM – 5 PM · runs through Oct 31

Butterfly Pavilion · Westminster · ≈ 4.3 mi

OCT 1 – 31 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Toxic Terrors Discover the dark side of nature at Butterfly Pavilion’s Toxic Terrors and uncover the fascinating species that use powerful toxins to survive. Learn More

Fall at DZCA

Today · 9 AM · runs through Oct 31

Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance · Denver · ≈ 9.0 mi

Sep 25, 2026 at 9:00 am - Oct 31, 2026 at 4:00 pm Your day visit to the Zoo just got more festive! It's sure to be a Wild Fall—enjoy creepy-crawly Animal Ambassadors, pumpkin carving + mysterious c... Get Tickets Events

Boo at the Zoo

Today · 4:30 PM · runs through Oct 30

Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance · Denver · ≈ 9.0 mi

Oct 2, 2026 at 4:30 pm - Oct 30, 2026 at 9:00 pm Boo at the Zoo returns this October! This timed, ticketed event is designed to minimize crowds and maximize fun—with candy stations, costumed chara... Get Tickets Events

Get Tickets

Today · 4:30 PM · runs through Oct 30

Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance · Denver · ≈ 9.0 mi

Events Boo at the Zoo Oct 2, 2026 at 4:30 pm - Oct 30, 2026 at 9:00 pm Boo at the Zoo returns this October! This timed, ticketed event is designed to minimize crowds and maximize fun—with candy stations, costumed chara...

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Today · All day

Denver Museum of Nature & Science · Denver · ≈ 9.0 mi

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Painting: Acrylic Color Theory 2

Today · 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM · runs through Nov 19

Denver Art Museum · Denver · 9.0 mi

Classes and Workshops Painting: Acrylic Color Theory 2 October 29–November 19, 2026 - 10:30 am–12:30 pm Explore how complex color relationships can be utilized as a meaningful communicative and emotional tool in painting.

Momentos de Memoria

Today · All day · runs through Nov 11

Denver Art Museum · Denver · 9.0 mi

Special Events Momentos de Memoria October 26-November 11, 2026 Celebrate Día de Muertos with a museumwide activation.

Painting: The Women of Abstraction

Today · 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM · runs through Nov 17

Denver Art Museum · Denver · ≈ 9.7 mi

Classes and Workshops Painting: The Women of Abstraction October 27–November 17, 2026 - 5:30 pm–7:30 pm Tickets for this event are sold out. Explore the rich history of the women of abstraction, learning and practicing the painting techniques that make their work unique.

Ongoing events for October 25, 2026 to October 31, 2026

Today · All day · runs through Oct 31

Broomfield Library Events · Broomfield · ≈ 6.1 mi

Corn Maze

Today · 3 PM – 12 AM · runs through Nov 2

Denver Botanic Gardens · Denver · ≈ 9.0 mi

<p>Get lost in our 8-acre Corn Maze at Chatfield Farms.&lt;/p&gt;