kids Archives

November 7, 2011

Fun things to do around Parker – Air Force Football

Looking for fun things to do around Parker Colorado? Every year we head to the Air Force Academy for a football game. Personally I like to go to the games where Air Force is playing either Navy or Army. It just seems more fun when two branches of the service are playing against each other. There […]

September 6, 2011

Fun things to do, hike Peak 8 in Breckenridge Colorado

Looking for fun things to do in Colorado with kids or just for yourself? Get off the couch and take a hike up Peak 8 in Breckenridge Colorado. Over Labor Day weekend we took a little walk up Peak 8 to the 13,000 foot summit. It was a pretty easy hike as hikes go in in […]

January 25, 2011

Great Day of Snowshoeing in Colorado

Not much to say here…My 5 year old enjoying a day of snowshoeing in a blizzard.

December 9, 2010

Christmas Carriage Parade & Santa Photos in Parker Colorado

Big fun for Parker Kids! This is the yearly Parker Christmas Carriage Parade. It basically goes all day long but you can see the actual Parade of carriages at 2PM. There will be a petting zoo and winter Farmers Market beginning at 10AM and PHOTOS with Santa too! The photos with Santa cost $5 so get […]

October 20, 2010

Flat Acres Farm-Parker Colorado Fun Things to Do

Looking for fun things to do in Parker, Colorado? Check out Flat Acres Farm on Twenty Mile Road in Parker, Colorado. Our kids love this place. Flat Acres Farm is just starting their development into what will become I predict a Parker mainstay. They will be “the place to go” for seasonal fun. Expect to see […]

July 20, 2010

Camping with kids in Colorado is big FUN!

Every kid remembers their very first real camping trip. I’m not talking about a tent in the backyard but a real camping trip up in the Colorado high country. I highly suggest it if you are looking for fun things to do with your kids. Last week my 5 year old son and I took a […]

June 11, 2010

Parker Days Starts Today. Carnival Fun in Parker Colorado

Parker Colorado | Parker Days Parker Days Starts today June 11, 12 & 13th. Parker Days is a big carnival held each year right here in Parker Colorado. Kids across Douglas County look forward to this each and every summer. They set it up differently this year so be prepared. All the rides are now up […]

April 2, 2010

Need Food? Catering? Try On The Border Restaurants

Need food for an office party or your kids sports team event? I highly recommend On The Border Catering. Everyone knows that their Fajitas are the best around. Fax Menu HERE. Believe me when I say that their food is great and the service is awesome! Contact: Mari Lynott- On the Border Catering 303-507-1684 EMAIL MARI

January 26, 2010

Parker Montessori 2010-2011 Re-Enrollment Meeting Thrsday Jan 28th @ 9AM.

Parker Montessori is having a re-enrollment meeting Thursday January 28, 2010 @ 9:00AM. This is a fantastic opportunity to get you children started off with the tools necessary to succeed in life. Parker Montessori Educational Institute has been a fixture in the Parker community for many years and provides top notch TRUE Montessori classrooms and activities […]

October 13, 2009

Fly Fishing Colorado’s 11 Mile Canyon -Fun things to do

Last weekend it was a miserable day here on the Front Range in Denver, Colorado so we did what all fishermen and women do—we went fishing. The temp on the front range didn’t get above 33 and the fog was so thick it made the trees icy. There was no reason to hang around Parker, Colorado, […]

June 30, 2009

2009 Colorado Fireworks Shows. 4th of July Celebrations!

Fireworks Shows for 2009 in Colorado 4th of July Fireworks Celebrations If you have additions or recommendations for other fireworks shows please email Steven Beam or call 303-941-4663 Here is a list of various fireworks shows in and around Denver, Colorado. I will actually list my all time favorite show first since I will hope you […]

June 23, 2009

Fun Day for Kids at Breckenridge Peak 8 Fun Park

Sunday for Father’s Day we were looking for fun things to do with the kids so we all agreed to head up from Parker to Breckenridge for a day at the Peak 8 Fun Park. It turned out to be a great fun day for all the kids and parents. VIDEO BELOW! Garrett our 4 year […]

June 14, 2009

Parker Days Festival a Great Time!

If you didn’t make it out to the Parker Days Festival/Carnival you missed out. We did choose the $25 all day pass as I didn’t want to go back and buy tickets all afternoon.I was a little disappointed with the rain and lightening each afternoon but it really didn’t start until just about the time we […]

May 24, 2009

Mount Falcon a great place for kids and families.

Hiking or biking Mount Falcon another great way to spend the day with your kids. If you are looking for fun things to do around Denver with your kids this is an easy hiking area [from the top] and easily accessible. I’ll discuss the mountain biking below. Mount Falcon Recreation Map. Directions: To get there take […]

May 17, 2009

Garden of the Gods is cheap fun for kids and family!

Garden of the GodsGoogle MAP BELOW! Fun things to do with kids in Colorado. Do you live in Parker, Highlands Ranch, Castle Rock or Metro Denver? Looking for a quick, inexpensive fun day for kids and the entire family? Here’s your FREE recession buster day away from home with the kids. Head out to Colorado Springs […]