Mountain Area Family Events

May. 23rd - Aug. 31st

Summer Train Rides - SAVE 10% Code: COKIDS26

Summer Train Rides - SAVE 10% USe Code: COKIDS26 Ride the rails at the top of the Colorado Rockies on the Leadville Railroad'...

May. 24th - Sep. 7th

Summer Train Ride - Save 10% Code: COKIDS26

Ride the rails at the top of the Colorado Rockies on the Leadville Railroad's Scenic Train Ride. Wind through the mountains a...

May. 27th - Oct. 2nd

Farmfest Music Evenings

Our Summer Farmfest Music Evenings, will be held from the end of May, through early October on most Wednesday evenings in the...

Jun. 14th - 19th

Traditional 7th-9th Grade Camp

Traditional weeklong, overnight camp for rising 7th through 9th graders. Campers will participate in adventure activities, ti...

Jun. 14th - 19th

Traditional 4th-6th Grade Camp

Traditional weeklong, overnight camp for rising 4th through 6th graders. Campers will participate in adventure activities, ti...

Jun. 19th - 20th

Wild Dreams Overnight

Spend an exciting night at the Downtown Aquarium. Explore the exhibits, learn about animals and their habitats, play games an...

Jun. 21st

Arts & Crafts Fest

Make your way to our outdoor plaza for our annual DRC Craft Fest! It's fun for all ages with jewelry, pottery, artwork, good ...

Jun. 21st - 26th

9th-12th Grade Adventure Camp

Traditional weeklong, overnight camp for rising 4th through 6th graders. Campers will participate in adventure activities, ti...

Jun. 21st

Dad's and Dinos

Treat your dad to a day with dinosaurs! Father's get in free with one with one paid child 5-12 or adult admission. Please n...

Jul. 1st

Zoologist for a Day for 5th-8th grade

At the Downtown Aquarium, our biologists are experts on more than just fish! Examine our impressive species of birds, reptile...

Jul. 1st

Marine Biologist for a Day for 1st-4th grade

See if you have what it takes to become a Marine Biologist! Spend your day behind the scenes where all the scientific action ...

Jul. 2nd

Marine Biologist for a Day for 5th-8th grade

See if you have what it takes to become a Marine Biologist! Spend your day behind the scenes where all the scientific action ...

Jul. 2nd

Zoologist for a Day for 1st-4th grade

At the Downtown Aquarium, our biologists are experts on more than just fish! Examine our impressive species of birds, reptile...

Jul. 3rd - 5th

Gap the Gorge

Experience the thrill of Gap the Gorge, where world-class slackliners will attempt to cross the Royal Gorge high above the Ar...

Jul. 3rd - 5th

Gap the Gorge

Witness one of the most unique sporting events in Colorado as elite slackliners take on the challenge of crossing the Royal G...

Jul. 5th - 10th

Traditional 7th-9th Grade Camp

Traditional weeklong, overnight camp for rising 7th through 9th graders. Campers will participate in adventure activities, ti...

Jul. 5th - 10th

Traditional 4th-6th Grade Camp

Traditional weeklong, overnight camp for rising 4th through 6th graders. Campers will participate in adventure activities, ti...

Jul. 6th - 10th

Little Fencers Camp @ Denver Fencing Center

Little Fencers Camp will introduce students to the sport of fencing in a safe and fun environment. Ages 5-7.5. This camp focu...

Jul. 10th - 11th

Blippi & Meekah Meet and Greet

Events are FREE with a Season Pass or Park Admission Ticket! Special price offers through the Elitch ColoradoKids store. U...

Jul. 10th - 11th

Wild Dreams Overnight

Spend an exciting night at the Downtown Aquarium. Explore the exhibits, learn about animals and their habitats, play games an...

Jul. 11th

Mystic Mermaids Under the Sea Breakfast

Exclusive breakfast event with our Mystic Mermaids in the Aquarium Restaurant. Plus, get 50% off Exhibit Tickets with your pu...

Jul. 12th - 14th

3rd-5th Grade Mini Camp

Mini Camp is an introductory 3-day 2-night camp for rising 3rd through 5th graders. This is a great option for first time cam...

Jul. 13th - 17th

Medieval Camp @ Denver Fencing Center

Come lads and ladies to Medieval Camp! Over the course of the week, the Knights of DFC will guide you on your quest to learn ...

Jul. 13th - 17th

MAINSTAGE SUMMER MUSICAL THEATER CAMP

GIVE YOUR ASPIRING STAR A TASTE OF BROADWAY MAGIC AT CAMP BROADWAY—THE ORIGINAL DESTINATION FOR THEATER-LOVING KIDS AN...

Jul. 15th - 17th

Family Camp

Family Camp is a 3-day 2-night camp experience for the whole family! Participate in all of the traditional camp activities wh...

Jul. 17th - 18th

Wild Dreams Overnight

Spend an exciting night at the Downtown Aquarium. Explore the exhibits, learn about animals and their habitats, play games an...

Jul. 18th

Wildflower Tours for 2026:

Wildflower Tours for 2026: July 18th – 10AM July 25th – 10AM August 1st – 10AM See the stunning alpine wil...

Jul. 20th - 24th

Beginner Camp @ Denver Fencing Center

Beginner Foil/Epee/Sabre Camp Come learn the basics of the sport of fencing! This week-long summer camp introduces students t...

Jul. 25th

Wildflower Tours for 2026:

Wildflower Tours for 2026: July 18th – 10AM July 25th – 10AM August 1st – 10AM See the stunning alpine wil...

Jul. 27th - 31st

Mission: Wolf

Mission: Wolf Dates: July 27–31, 2026 (Week 8) (Students depart Monday and return Friday) Grades: Entering Grades 6�...