Things to Do with Kids in Thornton, CO

  • TripBuzz found 290 things to do with kids in or near Thornton, Colorado, including 274 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Golden, Littleton, Wheat Ridge and Denver.
  • From AMF Sonesta Lanes to Veterans Memorial Aquatic Center, the Thornton area offers 90 different types of family activities, including: Bowling, Parks, Rock Climbing and Ziplines.
  • Located in both Adams and Weld counties, the city of Thornton, Colorado is home to over 118,000 residents. A short 10 miles from Denver, the city spans over 27 square miles, covered with 2,000 acres of parks and open land. A center for recreation, Thornton is host to several community centers, golf courses, and both indoor and outdoor entertainment.
  • TripBuzz found 290 things to do with kids in or near Thornton, Colorado, including 274 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Golden, Littleton, Wheat Ridge and Denver.
  • From AMF Sonesta Lanes to Veterans Memorial Aquatic Center, the Thornton area offers 90 different types of family activities, including: Bowling, Parks, Rock Climbing and Ziplines.
  • Located in both Adams and Weld counties, the city of Thornton, Colorado is home to over 118,000 residents. A short 10 miles from Denver, the city spans over 27 square miles, covered with 2,000 acres of parks and open land. A center for recreation, Thornton is host to several community centers, golf courses, and both indoor and outdoor entertainment.
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22.8 Miles
69% 62 votes
Movie Theaters 23955 E Plaza Ave., Aurora, CO 80016 MoreLess Info
A place where the latest movies can be viewed, AMC Dine-in Theater Southlands offers a night of fun and entertainment. For added enjoyment, the theater also offers reclined seating and full-service dining.
23.0 Miles
44% 16 votes
Botanical Gardens 8500 W Deer Creek Canyon Road, Littleton, CO 80128 MoreLess Info
Featuring 2.5 miles of trails through the scenic local area, the Denver Botanic Gardens provide guests with a memorable visiting experience. The trails are popular among birdwatchers and other nature enthusiasts.
23.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 1361 Charles Drive, Longmont, CO 80503 MoreLess Info
Located on 10 acres of residential land, Hover Park is a public park offering a number of recreational amenities for visitors to enjoy. These amenities include basketball courts, volleyball nets, picnic areas, and a large playground structure.
23.5 Miles
40% 5 votes
Parks 301 E 21st Avenue, Longmont, CO 80504 MoreLess Info
Rough & Ready Park features amenities for visitors of all ages. There are multi-use fields, basketball courts, a playground, and a skate park for staying active, as well as a dog park, picnic areas, and more.
23.5 Miles
33% 3 votes
Race Tracks 1935 Main Street, Longmont, CO 80501 MoreLess Info
Featuring miniature Daytona, Grand Prix, and drag racing cars on indoor tracks, the Slot Car Speedway allows visitors to race one another at speeds that reach hundreds of miles an hour. The Speedway is available for party rentals.
23.6 Miles
86% 244 votes
National & State Parks 11500 North Roxborough Park Road, Littleton, CO 80125 MoreLess Info
At Chatfield State Park, visitors can enjoy a diverse range of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, camping, horseback riding and more. The park includes multiple lakes and offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and the reservoir. There is also a separate dog training area.
23.6 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks 8830 Apache Plume Drive, Parker, CO 80134 MoreLess Info
With Cottonwood Park West, visitors can participate in a wide variety of sports at the park's many fields, from basketball to volleyball. The park also has a playground and a picnic area.
23.7 Miles
94% 125 votes
Parks Deer Creek Canyon Road to Grizzly Drive, Littleton, CO MoreLess Info
Deer Creek Canyon Park is home to a wide variety of animal species which include mule deer, mountain lion, elk, bear and more. The park also has a network of multi-purpose trails and offers many outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking and more.
23.9 Miles
95% 369 votes
Parks 3873 Highway 46, Golden, CO 80403 MoreLess Info
Golden Gate Canyon State Park was established in 1960 and is home to a variety of wetland and riperian plant species, multiple forrested picnic areas, campsites, small creeks and ponds as well as a number of hiking and biking trails.
24.0 Miles
70% 152 votes
Specialty Museums 10035 South Peoria, at Peoria and Lincoln, Parker, CO 80134 MoreLess Info
Wildlife exhibits, a 3D theatre experience, educational trips and scholarships, classes and activities make The Wildlife Experience a great place to visit. It is a venue that can accommodate to mane events, field trips, and group parties.
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