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Top 5 Family Weekend Events (April 25th-27th) in Douglas County

By Beth Marketos, Macaroni KID Englewood-Greenwood Village-Centennial Publisher, Macaroni KID Highlands Ranch-Parker-Castle Rock-Lone Tree Co-Manager, Macaroni KID Denver Assistant Publisher April 16, 2025

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


Friday, April 25th: 🆓🦖 SCFD Free Day at Dinosaur Ridge (All Ages)

  • Location: Dinosaur Ridge | Morrison
  • Enjoy free general admission to Trek Through Time, the Dinosaur Ridge exhibit hall, thanks to funding from SCFD! Guided bus tours are also available at a $4 discount.
  • FREE

Friday, April 25th: 🥾 Family Night Hike - Owl Outing (Ages 5+)

  • Location: Audubon Nature Center at Chatfield | Littleton
  • Learn about the adaptations that allow owls to hunt silently at night, and dissect a real owl pellet to see firsthand what the owl preys on. 
  • $10 per person

Saturday, April 25th: 🐴 Pony Rides (Ages 3-10)

  • Location: Crazy Hair Alpacas | Franktown
  • Hand-led pony rides are available for the young horse enthusiast with Backcountry's ponies, Cabo and Ziggi!
  • HRCA Member: $8 | Program Guest: $12

Saturday, April 26th: 🌃 Peak Athletic's Parent's Night Out (Ages 3-12)

  • Location: Peak Athletics | Highlands Ranch
  • Join us Saturday Nights from 6-10PM for Crafts, Games and fun in the gym! Pizza dinner included. Ages 3-12. 
  • $40 for first child | Sibling discount available

Sunday, April 27th: 👸 Princess Party at the Castle ~ Beauty and the Beast (All Ages)

  • Location: Cherokee Ranch & Castle | Sedalia
  • Are you ready to step into a fairytale world? Grab your favorite princess attire and embark on an unforgettable adventure at Cherokee Ranch & Castle!
  • $42.70

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