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Parker Fun Run Information 2023

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Parker is an active place to live with several 5K & Fun Run opportunities throughout the year.

2023 Run Series Bundle Available

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Commit to your goals and register for the 2023 Run Series Bundle, which includes all four run/walk events with a 10 percent discount! 

Each bundle registrant receives a high-quality, handheld hydration bottle, in addition to the shirt/commemorative item for each event! The Run Series includes Love ‘em or Leave ‘em Valentine’s Day 5K/10K on Feb. 11, Cattle Crossing 5K & Family Fun Trek on June 17, So Long to Summer 5K/10K on Sept. 23 and the Turkey Day 5K FUN Run/Walk on Nov. 23. The 2023 bundle is available through Feb. 10, register at www.ParkerRec.com/RunSeries. 

The first event of the 2023 Run Series is the Love ‘em or Leave ‘em Valentine’s Day 5K/10K on Sat., Feb. 11 at 10 a.m. starting at Salisbury Park, 11920 Motsenbocker Road. This professionally timed event features a FREE Kids’ Dash, as well as a long-sleeve T-shirt and post-race pancakes for all registrants.

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Kick-Start your 4th of July with a 5k for the Whole Family!

Join us for the annually held Parker July 4th 5K, a fun race for everyone —from beginners to veteran runners and every level in between! This family-friendly 5k is held in historic downtown Parker and benefits the Council of Arts, Science & Culture, and the Legend High School Cross Country Team.

Cattle Crossing 5K & Family Fun Trek

with RNK Running & Walking

Giddy up! Grab your cowboy hat and stick horse because this event is going to make ya’ll shout YEEHAW as we celebrate the beginning of summer and Parker’s rich rural history!

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Date: June 17, 2023
Time: 5K: 8 a.m.  Family Fun Trek: 8:05 a.m.
Location: Tallman Meadow Park, 12335 Canterberry Parkway
Standard 5K Cost: $40 
Standard Fun Trek Cost: $36 for a family of up to 4, $9 per additional person

Registration costs increase on June 3 and June 17. Register by May 29 to guarantee your commemorative item; if extras remain, they will be available by registration.  

Part of the Parker Parks and Recreation Run Series, this unique themed run/walk is professionally timed (5K) and western costumes are encouraged! The Family Fun Trek is about 1 mile of laid-back, outdoorsy fun, which includes a “duck hunt” for the kids. *Registered 5K participants receive a commemorative item. Family Fun Trek registrants may purchase the commemorative item separately. All event registrations, 5K and Fun Trek, include pancakes from Flippin’ Flapjacks and a souvenir bib number. 

The overall male/female finishers, as well as the top two male/female finishers in each of the following divisions of the 5K will be awarded: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60+. 

Race Course

The Cattle Crossing 5K & Family Fun Trek is held at Tallman Meadow Park. View a detailed map (PDF) to find routes, parking, water stations and more.

Race Packet Pickup

Packet pickup will be available at Parker RNK Running & Walking, 13019 S. Parker Rd, June 17 and 18 during regular business hours.

Volunteer Opportunities

Click here for volunteer info

Additional Event and Sponsorship Information

This event is held rain, snow or shine. Refunds will not be issued. Strollers and leashed dogs are welcome but must remain on the right side of the trail at all times. Parking is limited, please carpool.  Any proceeds from the event will benefit the Town of Parker Scholarship Program, which helps Parker families and/or individuals with limited financial resources participate in Town Recreation programs and facilities. For event questions, please email Todd Panik at tpanik@parkeronline.org or call 303.805.3278. For sponsorship information, please email Jaime Vollertsen at jvollertsen@parkeronline.org or mailto:jvollertsen@parkeronline.org call 303.805.3267.

Parker Run Series

Parker Recreation hosts four family-friendly races each year as part of the annual Run Series, which is expected to promote community and active living to more than 2,500 participants over the course of the year!

Any proceeds from the events will benefit the Town of Parker Scholarship Program, which helps Parker families and/or individuals with limited financial resources participate in Town Recreation programs and facilities.

  1. Charlie Rhode
    Event Coordinator
    cwrhode@parkeronline.org
    Ph: 303.805.6304
  2. Jaime Vollertsen
    Event Sponsorship
    jvollertsen@parkeronline.org
    Ph: 303.805.3267

So Long to Summer 5K/10K – each August

With RNK Running & Walking

Enjoy the end of a Colorado summer with a workout with family and friends, and then reward yourself with delicious pancakes! Click here to register


Date: Sept. 23, 2023
Time: 10K: 8 a.m.  5K: 8:05 a.m.
Location: Salisbury Park, 11920 Motsenbocker
Standard 5K Cost: $40
Standard 10K Cost: $50 

Registration costs increase on Sept. 9 and Sept. 23. Register by Aug. 28 to guarantee your event shirt and size; if extra shirts remain, sizes will be available by registration. 

Part of the Parker Parks and Recreation Run Series, this event is professionally timed. Registered participants will receive a race shirt, custom bib and a delicious post-race pancake breakfast. Register by Aug. 28 to guarantee an event shirt and size. If extra shirts remain, sizes will be available by registration. The FREE Kids’ Dash follows the race for children 8 and under; no registration necessary. 

The overall male/female finishers, as well as the top two male/female finishers in each of the following divisions of the 10K and 5K will be awarded: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60+. 

Additional Event and Sponsorship Information

For more Run Series event information, contact Charlie Rhode at 303.805.6304 or at cwrhode@parkeronline.org. For sponsorship information, contact Jaime Vollertsen at 303.805.3267 or at jvollertsen@parkeronline.org. View individual events for more details and registration.

Trick or Treat on Mainstreet Now Trunk or Treat Off Mainstreet

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Trunk or Treat off Mainstreet is FREE of charge but you do need to register.

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This Halloween tradition that has been run by the Cherry Creek Valley Rotary Club for years is now in all-new hands. The Downtown Business Alliance of Parker is bringing some new ideas to this event that the entire community looks forward to each year.

WHEN & WHERE

Saturday, October 29, 2022

Event time – 2:00pm to 6:00pm

Location – Parker Station Rear Parking Lot

Attendees will pre-register for the event with a timed entry. Timed entry is designed to allow a fun & enjoyable flow throughout the event. All families will receive a swag bag at check-in for the parents with all vendor swag. Kids will get to trick or treat at your trunks.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER If you have any questions please email admin@downtownparker.com

Kids of all ages are encouraged to dress up as their favorite characters whether it be astronauts and princesses,  pumpkins or football players all are welcome to join in the festive fun. Well-behaved dogs in costume are welcome.

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Mainstreet is frightfully fun with ghouls and goblins throughout the land… so set off on your quest for sweets. 

The PACE Center has authorized its lot to be used which is located at 20000 Pikes Peak Ave, Parker, CO 80138, There is street parking around the PACE Center and down Pikes Peak Court and Pikes Peak Drive. 

H2O’Brien Parking Lot will be open for use. 

Be sure and bring your camera to snap keepsake fall shots of all the fun your family is having and a Trick or Treat bag to hold all your tasty treasures.

Our favorite moment from past Trick or Treat off Mainstreet: Thriller Flash Mob, watch for rumors of the time to be revealed on social media.

The decades-old Trick or Treat on Mainstreet event has been a tradition for lots of families in Parker but with the growth and traffic concerns changes are being made. Not only will the event be OFF Mainstreet this year, but it’s also happening the Saturday before Halloween instead of on the date. I think that’s a great change. This part of the Halloween celebration will be in the Parker Station parking lot.

2022 Pub Crawl

  • Date: October 29, 2022
  • Time: 2p – 8p
  • Location: Downtown Parker (West-End and East-End)
  • Trunk or Treat off Mainstreet Street 2p-6p
  • Pub Crawl 6p-8p
  • Beer Gardens
  • Live Music
  • Scavenger Hunts
  • Costume Contest
  • All Day Family-Friendly, Fun
  • After Parties at Local Businesses

This event is organized by the Downtown Business Alliance of Parker

They are now registering vendors for the event. Please email admin@DowntownParker.com for more information.

Adults are encouraged to dress up and walk up and down Mainstreet using the tunnel that goes underneath Parker Rd. There will be Music on Mainstreet and all the bars on the route will also have drink specials we encourage all Zombies & friends to stop in. The DBA is also having a scavenger hunt as part of the event during the evening. There will be missions to do along the way such as checking into businesses, taking selfies at certain spots, and answering trivia questions all pertained to Mainstreet from one end to the other.

Participants are encouraged to use the tunnel under Parker Road for the safety of Pedestrians and Vehicles.

COSTUME CONTEST
A costume contest for the best individually dressed person & also for the best-dressed group.

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TRUNK OR TREAT OFF MAINSTREET VENDOR INFO

1 – WHAT IS THE TRUNK OR TREAT EVENT?

Our Trunk or Treat off Mainstreet event is a Parker Tradition with a spin. We have the Rear Parking Lot off Parker Station as a secure safe location for children & families to come trick or treat, hear music, see entertainment and just have fun. 

Trunk or Treat is easier on our Vendors as you will be decorating your vehicle versus setting up a booth. Easier set up and take down plus fun for everyone. 

2- WHAT IS MY COMMITMENT AS A VENDOR?

  • Bring your Car/Truck/Van and decorate the trunk for Halloween
  • Bring enough goodies to hand out to 1,500 kids (we’re limiting entries to 1500 children per Parker Police request)
  • Some examples: Candy, Rub on Tattoos, Stickers, Bracelets, Glow sticks, bouncy balls, etc.  
  • As a Sponsor, we are giving you an opportunity to place your own items in the Parents Swag Bags that each family will receive at check-in.
  • Examples are business cards, literature, coupons, specials, swag etc.
  • Cost for a vendor spot is $25 for DBA Members or $40 for non-DBA members

Overall we priced out this event & it should cost a vendor total around $500. Obviously

3- DETAILS FOR THE EVENT:

Saturday, October 29, 2022

Event time – 2:00pm to 6:00pm

Location – Parker Station Rear Parking Lot

Attendees will pre-register for the event with a timed entry. Timed entry is designed to allow a fun & enjoyable flow throughout the event. All families will receive a swag bag at check in for the parents with all vendor swag. Kids will get to trick or treat at your trunks.

4- DECORATING CONTEST:

We will be taking pictures of each vendors decorated trunk and will be having a contest for the best decorated trunk. The winner will be selected by our committee and will receive a gift card to one of our local restaurants. SO bring your best!

The finalists and winners will be posted onto our social media accounts with the hashtag #TrunkOrTreatParker

5- VENDOR REGISTRATION & PAYMENT:

To register for this event please email: Admin@DowntownParker.com

We will then get you registered, send an invoice for payment and send you the welcome email with further details and information for vendors.

Fall & Halloween Festivities around Parker

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Trunk or Treat Off Mainstreet looks to be replacing the decades-long tradition of Trick or Treat ON Mainstreet. I’ll be updating the information about that here.

Parker Fall Fest

The Town of Parker and Xfinity invites the community to usher in autumn during our second annual Parker Fall Fest, with activities planned from Sept. 24 to Oct. 1.  

To kick off the week, join us at O’Brien Park in downtown Parker from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24 for an afternoon of autumn fun. The Colorado Avalanche will be on site with their “Game On” program, a free and fully mobile street hockey initiative. Participants who complete a waiver are eligible to receive a free Avalanche-branded street hockey stick and ball, while supplies last.

Additionally, Sam, the Xfinity Scarecrow will be leading fun games like three-legged and sack races and a “Golden Pumpkin” scavenger hunt. Guests can visit sponsor booths and interact with the Town at a selfie station, or just have some fun playing the various lawn games that will be located around the park.  

While in Parker for Fall Fest, Sam will also hide 15 orange pumpkin signs around the community for a special “Prowl for Pumpkins” scavenger hunt presented by the Town and Xfinity. Pumpkins will be hidden along Parker trails, at parks, around downtown and at Town facilities and sponsor businesses between Sept. 24 and Oct. 1. If you spot Sam or any of the hidden pumpkins, take a photo and share it on the Town’s Facebook page (@TownOfParkerCO) by Monday, Oct. 3 at 8 a.m. to be entered into a prize drawing. Community members are eligible to enter multiple times as long as they prowl for multiple pumpkins. 

For more information on the Town of Parker’s Fall Fest, visit www.ParkerOnline.org/Events or call 303.805.3253.

2022 Fall and Winter Community Activities and Events Lineup

Parker Fall Fest – Sept. 24 to Oct. 1

Meet Sam the Scarecrow on Mainstreet and take part in a Prowl for Pumpkins scavenger hunt around Parker.

Porch Parade Series – Oct. and Dec.

Halloween and holiday editions of this home decorating contest will take place in October and December, respectively.

Mayor’s Holiday Lighting – Nov. 25

The holiday season begins with the lighting of O’Brien Park and Mainstreet.

Hometown Holiday Experience – Nov. 26 – Jan. 1

Celebrate the season in Downtown Parker. Kick-Off Weekend festivities and the North Pole Pass Experience take place Nov. 26 and 27, with weekend seasonal character appearances from Nov. 26 to Dec. 18.  We are once again inviting our seasonal characters to come back the Saturdays and Sundays in December! 

Zombie Crawl on Mainstreet October 29, 2022 2-6 p.m.

This is the first time for this event in Parker and is being sponsored by the Parker Downtown Business Alliance.

Last year not that many folks dressed up as Zombies so now it’s called the Pub Crawl but you are of course encouraged to go FULL Zombie!

Zombies & Friends are encouraged to dress up and walk up and down Mainstreet using the tunnel that goes underneath Parker Rd. There will be Music on Mainstreet and all the bars on the route will also have drink specials we encourage all Zombies & friends to stop in. The DBA is also having a scavenger hunt as part of the event during the evening. There will be missions to do along the way such as checking into businesses, taking selfies at certain spots, and answering trivia questions all pertained to Mainstreet from one end to the other.

Participants are encouraged to use the tunnel under Parker Road for the safety of Pedestrians and Vehicles.

COSTUME CONTEST
A costume contest for the best individually dressed person & also for the best-dressed group.

The Patch in Elizabeth

Opening on September 17, 2022!

We’ve got pumpkins … and lots more!  Celebrate the Fall Harvest season with a visit to our family farm — The Patch in Elizabeth, Colorado.  Get lost in a 4-acre corn maze. Take an old-fashioned hayride or jump on the Bucking Bronco Train! We have about 20+ activities to keep you entertained, including a giant slide, apple cannons, and more!  Did we mention our Farm Friends? Meet a barnyard full of friendly farm animals. Scroll down and find out more!

Days/Hours
Saturday – Sunday 10am – 6pm
Thursday – Friday 10am – 3pm

ONLINE Farm Admission $22
Grandparents $20    Military $20 (with ID)
Age 2 and under are free!

Extra Fee Weekend Fun
Apple Cannons: $5 per basket of 10.
Purchase 4 baskets and get one free.

Note: While we welcome your entire family, please leave your pets at home – thank you.

Online ticketing is required for 2022. Admission covers ALL attractions and activities, except Apple Cannons and Euro Bungy Colorado (weekends only). Note that pumpkins are extra! Prices vary depending on size and variety.

Pumpkins are priced per pound with select pumpkins (such as pie pumpkins) sold individually at a flat rate. (Details coming soon!)

Weekday availability is subject to special reservations. Visit the website at www.thepatchinelizabeth.com for more information

Fieldhouse Fright Night

Parker Recreation Celebrates Halloween with some Great Events at the Fieldhouse and the Parker Rec!

This Halloween Parker Recreation offers something for everyone, for the young to not-so-young!

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Calling all ghastly ghouls, spooky spirits and wicked witches for an evening of Halloween family fun at the Fieldhouse Fright Night! All ages are welcome.

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Date: Oct. 22, 2022
Time: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Location: Parker Fieldhouse, 18700 E. Plaza Drive
Ages: All ages
Cost: $12 per Parker resident, $13 per non-resident* Parents/guardians are free; register each child attending

* The first 400 pre-registrants will receive a special reusable trick-or-treat bag at check-in. Pre-registration closes Oct. 21 at 3 p.m. Walk-up registration will be available at the event for an additional $5 per child. Children 12 and under must have a parent or guardian in attendance.

Kids will find tricks and treats galore as they make their way around Trick-or-Treat Street, play goblin games, make their way through Mini or Mega Monster Museum and conquer the Rock’n Halloween Climbing Wall! Local sponsors, crafts and games for both big and small will all be a part of this magical Halloween family event. Please note, roller skating is no longer offered at this event.

Costume Contest

Don’t forget to dress up! The top two costumes in each group will be awarded: 2 to 4 years, 5 to 7 years, 8 to 10 years, 11 years and up and the family/group division. The contest will be held on the inline rink at 7 p.m. 

Volunteer opportunities are available. For more information or to sign up, visit the Volunteer Connect Douglas County website and choose Town of Parker as your organization. Email Brenda at bmooney@parkeronline.org with volunteer questions.

Fall Festival at Flat Acres CANCELLED

FALL FESTIVAL & PUMPKIN PATCH

The Annual Fall Festival and Maze at Flat Acres Farm will not be happening this year.

Flat Acres Farm was voted the best Pumpkin Patch in 2017 and 2018 by the Parker Small Business Excellence Group.

From the owners

 Greetings to all of you new and seasoned faithful and loyal customers. We have some BIG changes happening here on the farm this year that will be great for Us but will impact the Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch greatly. With the huge amount of time and effort that is required by myself to facilitate these life changing events we will not be operating the Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch this year. 

We want to thank everyone for enlightening our lives for the last 12 years. It has been great for our hearts to see so many children and adults laugh and enjoy our Fall Festival each year. Again we want THANK you all for your continued support and blessing our lives. 

Blessings to all:

Mike and Anita Smith

Trick or Treat on Mainstreet has been transformed into Truck or Treat. Stay tuned for more info.

Easter Fun in Parker Colorado

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Easter Egg Hunt in the Pool!

That’s what’s happening this year at the Parker Recreation Center.

Egg Splash and Dash 

This year, the Easter Bunny is going swimmin’! Enjoy this twist on the traditional egg hunt as kiddos splash and dash for tons of plastic, fun-filled eggs in the Activity Pool. There may even be an appearance by a special some-bunny!

Date:  Sat., April 8, 2023
Time: 9, 10 or 11 a.m.
Location:  Parker Recreation Center, 17301 E. Lincoln Dr.
Ages: 15 years and younger
Cost: $24 per Parker resident child, $26 per non-resident child*; register each child in attendance

*Space is limited. Walk-up registrations will be taken on a space-available basis and will cost an additional $5 per participant.

Egg hunts will take place at the beginning of each 50-minute session. Children of all swimming abilities are welcome. Each child 5 and under and non-swimmers must be accompanied by a parent or guardian in the water. 

Click here to Register

BEST EASTER BRUNCH SPOTS

Both Parker Garage & Black Haus have a fabulous Easter Brunch. If you know of others contact us to add them to this post.

For Easter Breakfast/Brunch

Bunny Tail Cinnamon Twists
Bunny Tail Cinnamon Twist Buns
  •  Bunny Tail Buns, a playful cinnamon and sugar bread twisted up into a bunny shape with a cottontail

For Easter Lunch/Dinner

For a playful twist on the standard dinner roll, they could also shape bread dough into festive flowers with this Flower Buns recipe  

To give dinner guests a unique sweet treat at each table setting, here is a recipe for edible Easter Basket Cookies.  Fill with jelly beans and shredded coconut with a touch of neon food coloring.

As a snack for any younger dinner guests, your readers could create these Cheesy Easter Shapes, baked fast with refrigerated pizza dough.

Easter Leftovers

Using any leftover ham from Easter dinner you and the kids could make:

Fun and Easy!

Milk & Cookies with Santa-A Parker Christmas Holiday Event

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2021 Parker Holiday Events

Santa Claus is Coming to Town!

Milk & Cookies with Santa

Date: Dec. 12, 2021
Time: 12:45 to 1:30 p.m. or 1:45 to 2:30 p.m.
Location: Parker Fieldhouse, 18700 E. Plaza Dr.
Ages: 1 month to 9 years with an adult
Cost: $15 R/ $18 NR

Don’t miss this opportunity to spend some time with the jolly man in the bright red suit. It is a great beginning to the Ho Ho Holiday season with crafts, light refreshments and more! Children will be able to sit on Santa’s lap for parents to take photos. Two sessions are offered. Please register early, space is limited.

Click here to register for Milk and Cookies with Santa. For additional event information, email Diane at dlange@parkeronline.org or call at 303.805.3281.

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Town of Parker Holiday Lighting Event O’Brien Parker

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A Town of Parker Signature Event

Celebrate the Season when Parker Lights the LIGHTS!

Bundle up and bring your family and friends to kick-off the holiday season at Parker’s Holiday Tree Lighting on Friday, Nov. 26, 2021, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. in O’Brien Park.

2021 Mayor’s Holiday Lighting
presented by Xfinity 

O’Brien Park comes alive for the holidays! Join the Town of Parker for an enchanted evening in O’Brien Park. Gather around the Town Tree and join the Mayor and the Parker Chorale in a Sing-Along to Silent Night to kick off the event. Following Silent Night, the Mayor and Town Council will count down to the Town Tree and Grand Park Lighting. You will love the look and feel as our Town Tree lights up and the park sparkles in white elegance!

Once the park is lit up, it’s time for the fun to begin! Stroll around O’Brien Park and take in the sights of the fun holiday ice sculpture displays following a path to each of the displays.

Along the way, you are bound to run into some holiday characters all of whom will have some sort of story to tell or an activity to show you. Santa and Mrs. Claus will also be in town for this festive evening, as will Elsa and Olaf, and you may even spot the “Elf in a Tree!” While you stroll through the park, you can enjoy tasty food from holiday food vendors.

The O’Brien Park Gazebo will come to life with the sounds of the holidays as the Parker Chorale and our local high school choirs sing some of our favorite holiday carols. The Colorado School of Dance performers will showcase one of their dances on stage as well.

This evening is sure to be filled with wonderful holiday memories.

Event Timeline

5:30 p.m. Welcome by Mayor Jeff Toborg and Town Council with a sing-along to Silent Night led by the Parker Chorale, followed by the Grand Park and Town Tree Lighting and an evening of holiday fun!  

Gazebo Entertainment Lineup

  • 5:30 p.m. Parker Chorale opens the evening with Silent Night
  • 5:50 to 6 p.m. Ponderosa Choir 
  • 6:00 to 6:15 p.m. Colorado School of Dance – Nutcracker 
  • 6:20 to 6:30 p.m. Chaparral High School Choir
  • 6:35 to 6:45 p.m. Lutheran High School Choir
  • 6:50 to 7 p.m. Legend High School Choir 
  • 7 p.m. Closing remarks and drawing for 50 inch Big Screen TV 

Activities 

  • Ice holiday ice sculpture displays stationed throughout the park
  • Meet and greet with Elsa and Olaf
  • Holiday walk-around entertainment featuring magical elves, a winter wizard, a dancing holiday tree and a toy soldier, all of whom have a story to tell or an activity to show you. 
  • Santa and Mrs. Claus will also be in Town for the evening!
  • New this year….the community has the chance to decide what our amazing ice sculpture vendor will create during his live ice carving demonstration!  Keep an eye on the Town’s Facebook page (@TownofParkerCO) to vote for your favorite and then come to the event to see if your favorite won! 

Tasty Treats

  • Archies Dog House 
  • Bloom & Grow Kitchen
  • Cyndy’s Food-Lish-Us
  • Comforts of Home – soups, sandwiches, coffee and hot chocolate
  • Kettle Corn

Parking

West Victorian Drive and the O’Brien Park parking lot will be unavailable for event parking and Victorian Drive from Longs Way to Mainstreet will be closed from 3:30 p.m. through 8 p.m. Event attendees can seek other public parking opportunities throughout the Downtown area. 

Public parking is just a short walking distance from the park. Parking at Parker Town Hall, PACE Center, Discovery Park or the Schoolhouse parking lot is a great way to stroll through Downtown on your way to and from the event.  Or, you can park west of Parker road and walk through Kieffer’s Crossing, an underground tunnel that helps pedestrians avoid crossing South Parker Road. The tunnel is between Taco Bell/Long John Silver’s and Colorado State Bank and Trust. 

Contact Us For more information, please email Special Events & Sponsorship Coordinator Brooke Spain or call 303.805.3253.

Parker’s Holiday Events

Parker Quest

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Imagine that it is a summer day in Old Town Parker and you have just arrived on the train that once wended its way along present-day Mainstreet. Punch your train ticket at eight stops while you meet some of the historic characters who founded our town.   ​

This family-friendly trek is FREE and interactive, with costumed characters to talk to, hands-on displays, crafts, and giveaways. You will have a map to lead you on your hour-long quest, but we will also have guides to help you along the way. ​

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This is a collaboration between Parker Area Historical Society and Parker Arts. Pre-registration is required. Choose a start time and sign up at https://tinyurl.com/ParkerQuest

Parker Quest 2021

Sat. Aug. 28, 9 AM-Noon

Park at PACE Center

Kids and adults alike will have FREE fun while connecting with Parker’s history!  Register Here:  https://tinyurl.com/ParkerQuest 

Kids Eat Free or Cheap in Parker

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There are several chain restaurants that offer free or cheap kids meals… are you taking advantage of them?

PARKER KIDS EAT FREE

IHOP
11133 S. Parker Rd., Parker – (720) 851-8121
Kids eat free every day from 4:00-9:00 PM with adult entree purchase.

Village Inn – Monday
19502 E. Parker Square Dr., Parker – (303) 841-2287
One free kid’s meal per adult meal entree purchased.

Mici’s Handcrafted Italian – Kids (12 & under) eat FREE after 4 p.m. with the purchase of an adult entrée.
11290 Twenty Mile Road
Parker, CO 80134P 720.805.0505

Lil’ Ricci’s Pizza – Tuesday
16526 Keystone Blvd., Parker – (303) 220-7422
One free kid’s meal per adult entrée purchased

Old Santa Fe Mexican Grille – Tuesday
11465 S Twenty Mile Rd., Parker – (303) 840-0555
One free kid’s meal (12 and under) per adult entrée purchased.

Firehouse Subs – Kids eat FREE with the purchase of an adult combo meal. Limit 2 FREE kids meals per adult meal. Parker & Centennial

KIDS EAT FREE CASTLE ROCK

IHOP – Every day
575 Genoa Way, Castle Rock
(303) 814-2246
Kids eat free every day from 4:00-9:00 PM with adult entrée purchase.

Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant – Monday
150 Wolfensberger Rd., Castle Rock
(303) 660-6299
One free kid’s meal per adult entrée purchased at $9.75 and up.

Village Inn  – Monday
207 W. Wolfensberger Rd., Castle Rock
(303) 688-3200
One free kid’s meal per adult meal purchased.

Black-Eyed Pea – Tuesday
850 New Memphis Ct., Castle Rock
(303) 663-1105
One free kid’s meal per adult meal purchased.

Chick-Fil-A – Tuesday
346 Metzler Dr., Castle Rock
(303) 660-0999
One free 4-count nugget kid’s meal per adult combo meal purchased from 5:00-7:30 PM (dine-in only).

The Rockyard – Tuesday
880 Castleton Rd., Castle Rock
(303) 814-9273
$2.50 off a kid’s meal per adult entrée purchased.

KIDS EAT FREE HIGHLANDS RANCH

Buffalo Wild Wings – Monday
980 Sgt. Jon Stiles Dr., Highlands Ranch
(303) 768-9464
$1.99 kid meals after 4:00 PM.

Lansdowne Arms Bistro & Pub – Sunday
9352 Dorchester St., Highlands Ranch
(303) 346-9136
$1.50 kid’s meal with adult meal purchase.

Modmarket – Monday
537 W. Highlands Ranch Pkwy., Unit 108, Highlands Ranch
(303) 683-3369
Free kids meal with adult entrée purchase after 5:00 PM.

Village Inn – Monday
23 Centennial Blvd., Highlands Ranch
(303) 791-8808
One free kid’s meal per adult meal entree purchased.

Lodo’s Bar and Grill – Wednesday
8545 S. Quebec St., Highlands Ranch – (303) 293-8555
Kids eat free with an adult meal purchase.

Denny’s – Saturday
1164 Sgt. Jon Stiles Dr., Highlands Ranch – (303) 346-4310
One free meal from the Kids LiveWell menu with adult entrée purchase from 4:00-10:00 PM.

C.B. & Potts – Thursday
43 W. Centennial Blvd., Highlands Ranch – (720) 344-1200
The kid’s meal is $1 with an adult entrée purchase.

KIDS EAT FREE LONE TREE

Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant – Sunday
9535 Park Meadows Dr., Lone Tree – (303) 799-4999
Two free kid’s meals per adult entrée were purchased.

Via Baci Italian Bistro – Sunday
10005 Commons St., Lone Tree – (303) 790-0828
The kid’s meal is $2 w/ an adult entrée purchase. – Check here for our review

Black-eyed Pea – Kids (12 & under) eat FREE with purchase of adult entrée — all day.

Brewery Bar III (Lone Tree) and Brewery Bar IV (Aurora) – Kids eat FREE with the purchase of an adult entrée ($7 or more.)

AURORA / CENTENNIAL KIDS DEALS

Platea Latin Eatery and Cantina (Aurora) – Kids (12 & under) eat for 1¢ with purchase of full-price entrée. 6105 S. Main St., 303-928-7550.

Real de Minas Mexican Restaurant – Kids (10 & under) eat FREE with the purchase of an adult entrée from 5 p.m. to close.

ViewHouse Eatery, Bar & Rooftop (Centennial) SUNDAY – Kids (5 & under) eat brunch buffet for FREE with an adult purchase of brunch buffet from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 7101 S. Clinton St., 303-586-3523.

3 Margaritas (Aurora) – Kids eat FREE with the purchase of an adult entrée. 25791 E. Smoky Hill Rd., 303-975-6060.

Blue Pan Pizza (Denver) – Kids eat FREE with the purchase of an adult meal from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. 3930 W. 32nd Ave., 720-456-7666.

If you know of any kids meals discounts we have missed please let us know here.

1st Annual Caddyshack “Be the Ball” Golf Tournament

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Parker Colorado Chamber of Commerce

1st Annual Caddyshack “Be the Ball” Golf Tournament

A Parker Chamber of Commerce Event

Register online at parkerchamber.com. 

May 24, 2021 – Shot Gun 8 a.m.
BlackBear Golf Club

Title Sponsor- $5000
• Includes 2 foursomes ($1200 value)
• 1 year of Chamber Membership or Upgrade ($400 Value)
• Signage at hole (provided by sponsor)
• Banner at Club House (provided by sponsor)
• Provide goodie bags with logo to all golfers (provided by sponsor)
• Recognition at Awards Ceremony
• Logo on Website Golf Event Announcement and Social Media promotions
• First Right of Refusal Next Year’s Event
• Name on Sponsor list
• Includes Breakfast & Lunch
• Includes Appetizers at Award Ceremony

Hole Sponsor- $1000 (18 available)
• Includes 4 players in the tournament ($600 value)
• Includes Breakfast & Lunch
• Signage at the hole (provided by sponsor)
• Table to showcase your product or business
• Banner at the hole (provided by sponsor)
• Banner at Club House (provided by sponsor)
• Name on the Sponsor List
• Marketing Material in 100 Goodie Bags
• Website and Social Media promotions

Breakfast Sponsor- $1500
• Includes 4 players in the tournament ($600 value)
• Set up table at check in
• Provides Breakfast Burritos
• Includes Breakfast & Lunch
• Banner and Marketing Material at Check in (provided by sponsor)
• Marketing Material in 100 Goodie Bags
• Website and Social Media Promotions

Lunch Sponsor- $1500
• Includes 4 players in the tournament ($600 value)
• Includes Breakfast & Lunch
• Cart with Your Banner display (banner provided by sponsor)
• Distribution of Sack Lunches to all Participants
• Banner on Beverage Cart (banner provided by sponsor)
• Marketing Material in 100 Goodie Bags
• Website and Social Media Promotions

Award Ceremony Sponsor ($1500)
• Includes 4 players in the tournament ($600 value)
• Includes Breakfast & Lunch
• Provides Appetizers at Award Ceremony
• Marketing Material in 100 Goodie Bags
• Website and Social Media Promotions

One Foursome – $600 for Chamber Members
One Foursome – $640 for Chamber Members

Name_______________________________________________Phone_________________
Business__________________________________ Name of Sponsorship______________
Check# Total _ Parker Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit
501(c)6organization. (Federal tax ID 84-0721419). A receipt of your donation will be provided via email.
NOTE: Please provide your JPEG logo. You may send the JPEG logo to kara@parkerchamber.com
Parker Chamber Mission: Promote, advocate for, and provide a platform for connection for
businesses in the Parker area. You can help by participating in the Chamber’s 1st Annual
Summer Kickoff Golf Tournament, Monday May 24th at 8am at Black Bear Golf Club.
Cost is $150 per player. Includes Breakfast, Lunch, Awards and

Schools in Parker Colorado

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Education in Parker Colorado

legend high school parker colorado schools

The Town of Parker is part of the top-rated Douglas County School System. Below you’ll find links and information about Public, Private and Charter Schools in the area as well as higher education opportunities.

Secondary Schools in Parker Colorado

Chaparral High School – Located in Stonegate home of the Wolverines.

Legend High School The newest high school in Parker Colorado, is located on Hilltop Road East of Mainstreet. Currently only 7-9th grade.

Ponderosa High School – Providing a challenging high school experience to prepare our students for the next level. State Champion Wrestling Team for 5 years.

Douglas County High School – (Castle Rock) Parent and student newsletters, and academic and extracurricular activities information.

Parker Colorado Middle Schools

Sagewood Middle School – 7th & 8th-grade feeder school for Ponderosa. Shows activities, student and parent pages and contact information.

Sierra Middle School – 6651 E Pine Lane Ave. Parker, Colorado 80138. Feeder school for Chaparral.

Cimarron Middle School – The newest middle school in Parker CO Located in Canterberry Crossing Subdivision. Feeder school for Legend HS.

Castle Rock Middle School – Up to Date Homework help for students, school newsletter, and contact information.

American Academy – Charter School grades K-8

Challenge to Excellence Charter School K-8 Charter School using Padeia, and other curriculums. Integrates reading, writing, math, and science, with emphasis on applied technologies.

Leman Academy of Excellence – Newest School in Parker holding their grand opening July of 2018.

Northstar Academy Charter School –  16700 KEYSTONE BLVD. PARKER, CO 80134
PHONE: 720-851-7827.

Parker Core Knowledge Charter School – The oldest charter in Parker, Parker Core Knowledge is committed to providing its students an academic advantage by building a solid foundation of knowledge, skills and character while challenging each individual to become a critical thinker, responsible citizen and future leader.

Parker Performing Arts Charter School

Parker Performing Arts School will equip students with the creative and critical thinking skills that are vital for success in the innovative environment of the future. With safety as a key priority, our students will engage in daily performing arts training from passionate and experienced artists and will have regular performance and recital opportunities.

Elementary and Charter Schools in Parker

American Academy Charter School –  American Academy will achieve academic excellence through a challenging sequenced curriculum that emphasizes math, science, and technology, to provide our children with the tools to become the leaders of tomorrow.

Cherokee Trail Elementary – K-6, a Non-Traditional school using multi-aged classrooms and whole language learning techniques.

Challenge to Excellence Charter School K-8 Charter School using Padeia, and other curriculums. Integrates reading, writing, math, and science, with emphasis on applied technologies.

Frontier Valley Elementary  New school in Canterberry with menu, staff and student information.

Iron Horse Elementary School – Information about the newest grade school in Parker, including mission statement, hours of operation, staff, calendar and child care.

Legacy Point Elementary School  – Ponderosa Feeder school, Calendar, newsletters, staff, and curriculum.

Leman Academy of Excellence 19560 Stroh Rd, Parker, CO 80134 Their philosophy is that Classical Education puts young minds to work, and will lead young people to understand themselves and the world around them. Leman Academy is a classical school that equips scholars with the proven tools of learning that are structured around the Trivium.

Mountain View K-3 Elementary School Traditional grade school serving The Pinery and outlying areas.

Northeast Elementary – Grades 4-6 traditional grade school serving The Pinery and outlying areas in South Parker. The original high school in Parker. Feeder school for Ponderosa High School.

Pine Grove Elementary – K-6 school serving the Main Stonegate subdivision. Feeder school for Chapparal High School.

Pine Lane Primary K-3 – Instruction in core curricular areas is aligned to the Douglas County standards, our northernmost grade school.

Pioneer Elementary School – Provides K-6 education in a positive caring environment.

Prairie Crossing Elementary  – Grade school located in the Bradbury Ranch subdivision. Includes contact and parent information and a school events calendar.

Core Knowledge Charter School  – Focused on educational excellence, mastering second languages, and technology.

Douglas County School District

Colleges and Universities in Parker

Arapahoe Community College – Arapahoe Community College with a campus in Parker at The University Center at Chaparral High School. 303.797.4222

Rocky Vista University of Osteopathic Medicine – 8401 South Chambers Road Parker, CO (303) 373-2008

Private Schools in Parker

Lutheran High School of the Rockies – Traditional education while nurturing student relationships with Jesus Christ. Includes admissions, curriculum, and event calendar

Trinity Lutheran Christian Day School – School news and info and calendar.

Ave Maria Catholic School – A private school with K-8

South East Christian School  – As an interdenominational school, our families come from many different churches throughout the area. Families choose Southeast in large part because they want their child to have a peer group with strong Christian values and a rigorous academic program.

Pre-Schools in Parker

Homeschooling Links and Information For Parker CO Residents

Home School Information for Douglas County Schools
Home School Help for Parents
Home Work Help
Colorado Department of Education Home Schooling  303.866.6771