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Annual Brew Tour at Douglas County Libraries Celebrates Community

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Douglas County Libraries’ Annual Brew Tour is Underway!

It offers a unique way for the community to come together and celebrate over shared passions: books and brews. The tour runs through September 30 and includes 15 Douglas County craft breweries and coffee shops, as well as exclusive events at select partner and library locations.

Throughout the Brew Tour, residents can experience the library at locations outside of Douglas County Libraries while also supporting local businesses.

“We have a few new partners this year and are doing more events, over double what we did in 2022c1” “We’ve also added a new event for 2023, the Power Hour, which is a pop-up event at select breweries and coffee shops that helps tour participants accumulate more points toward prizes.”

Kerri Morgan, Special Events Manager with Douglas County Libraries

Brew tour participants earn prizes by logging visits to the different partner establishments during August and September, and they are automatically entered into the library’s Grand Prize drawing for a Happy Brew Year, consisting of one premium insulated growler with a booklet of fills from partner breweries. They can also earn points toward prizes by attending exclusive Brew Tour events, like literary trivia, books and authors bingo, beer games, and books and brew pairings.

The library’s first event on August 4 at its Highlands Ranch location had teams of guests ages 21-plus competing in a literary scavenger hunt. Brew Tour partner Burly Brewing of Castle Rock poured craft brews during the event.

Participating in the Brew Tour is free and no purchase is required. For more information and to sign up, visit DCL.org/brew-tour. Must be 18 or older to participate, and 21 or older to consume alcohol.

Brew Tour Partners

3 Freaks Brewery, Highlands Ranch

105 West Brewing Company, Castle Rock

Barnett & Son Brewing Co., Parker

Burly Brewing Company, Castle Rock

Castle Rock Collective Coffee, Castle Rock

Crowfoot Valley Coffee, Castle Rock

Deja Brew Coffee, Parker

Downhill Brewing, Parker

Festive Cup Coffee and Boutique, Highlands Ranch

Fiction Beer Company, Parker

Fika Coffee House, Parker

Iron Mule Brewery, Castle Rock

Living the Dream Brewing Company, Littleton

Lone Tree Brewing Company, Lone Tree

Monk & Mongoose Coffee Co., Lone Tree

Douglas County Libraries elevates our community by inspiring a love of reading, discovery and connection.

Same great local microbrews, better music, and more food trucks this year!

VIP sold out! A limited number of GA tickets are available! We will NOT sell on the day of the event.

* 40 Breweries; unlimited samples

* Food Trucks

* Live Music

* Corn Hole

2024 Parker Brewfest TBA

www.parkerbrewfest.com

August 2024

Downtown Parker, Colorado | O’Brien Park

LIST OF PAST BREWERIES AT PARKER BREWFEST

  • 105 West Brewing Company (Castle Rock)
    – Deez Nuts (Hazelnut and peanut butter pale ale)
    – Rocky Mountain Juice (East Coast IPAs have less bitterness, is turbid with loads of fruity hops. Pineapple, Candy, Peach, Tropical Fruit!)
  • 14er Brewing Company (Denver)
    – Mt Massive IPA
    – Maroon Bells Tropical Ale
    – Rocky Mtn Saison
  • 4 Noses Brewing Company (Broomfield)

  • Barnett & Son Brewing Co. (Parker)
    -Blueberry Ale
    -Twenty Mile Rye Pale Ale
    -Saison
    -Berliner Weisse
    -El Gizmito Salted Lime AleBlack Project Spontaneous & Wild Ales (Denver)
    – IVY BELLS – Fruit Punch Blended Sour
    – ATLAS/THOR – Black Currant and Plum Sour Red

  • Blue Spruce Brewing (Centennial)

  • Brewability Lab (Denver)
    – Strawberry Blonde
    – Ginger Lime Saison

  • Bristol Brewing (Colorado Springs)
    – Beehive American Wheat Ale
    – Laughing Lab Scottish Ale
    – Compass IPA

  • Burly Brewing (Castle Rock)

  • Castle Rock Beer Co. (Castle Rock)

  • Cerberus Brewing Co. (Colorado Springs)

  • Dad & Dude’s Breweria (Aurora)

  • Declaration Brewing

  • Downhill Brewing (Parker)- Plum/Orange Saison
    – Peanut Butter Brown Ale

  • Dueces Wild Brewery (Colorado Springs)
    – Blood Orange Pale Ale
    – Banana Hammock Hefeweizen

  • FERMÆNTRA (Denver)

  • Fossil Craft Beer (Colorado Springs)

  • Grist Brewing Company (Highlands Ranch & Lone Tree)

  • Halfpenny Brewing Company (Centennial)

  • Horse & Dragon Brewing Company (Ft. Collins)

  • Intrepid Sojourner Beer Project

  • Launch Pad Brewery

  • Little Machine Beer (Denver)

    – Razz Against the Machine a Tart Raspberry Beer ( This beer has won Silver at World Beer Cup in 2016 and 2018, and gold at GABF in 2017).
    – YAFI IPA

  • Living The Dream (Highlands Ranch)
  • Locavore (Littleton)
  • Lone Tree Brewing Company (Lone Tree)
  • Mountain Cowboy (Frederick)
  • New Image Brewing Company (Arvada)

    – Pay It Foward Double Dry Hopped Pale Ale

  • Odell (Fort Collins)

    – Drumroll American Pale Ale
    – Oktoberfest
    – Cloud Catcher Milkshake IPA
    – Colorado Lager
    – Rupture Fresh Grind Ale
    – St Lupulin Extra Pale Ale

  • Paradox (Divide)

  • Peak to Peak Tap & Brew (Aurora)

  • Platte Park (Denver)

    – Madagascar Dream, Vanilla Cream Ale ( Nitro)
    – Hop Religion, Double IPA

  • Resolute Brewing Company (Centennial)
    – Fluffy The Lemon Slayer- Milkshake Sour
    – Spruce Willis- Spruce Tip Marzen
    – Hefeweizen
    – Transparently Trendy- NE IPA

  • River North (Denver)

    – River North White
    – FarmHouse
    – Pils
    – Colorado IPA
    – Mountain Haze
    – 2017 Whiskey Barrel Quandary

  • Rockyard Brewing (Castle Rock)

    SKA (Durango)
    – Berliner Weiss
    – Rue B SoHo Grapefruit Lager

  • Someplace Else (Arvada)
    – Rebel Rasberry Cream Ale
    – Spock’s Brain IPA

  • STEM Cider (Denver)

  • Talbott’s Cider (Palisade)
    – Colo-Mosa (premixed mimosa cocktail)
    – Summer Sunset (Palisade Peach)

  • The Old Mine (Erie)
    – Handlebar Hard Cider is the genre-busting beverage that put us on the map. Drinking Handlebar is like biting into a fresh, crisp apple right off the tree. It begins with a burst of refreshing sweetness, opens up into wholesome apple goodness, and finishes with a hint of tartness from the apple skin. Some call Handlebar “apple juice for adults”. But at 6.8 percent ABV, you might not want to drink it for breakfast the way you used to (or maybe you do. We don’t judge). Handlebar is our flagship and is changing the way people think about cider. – Hopped Up is Handlebar that is dry hopped with organic Citra Hops to bring out the aromatic fruitiness of the apples. It is citrusy with a burst of bright fruit flavor. It is the perfect blend of crisp and delicious and still 100% gluten-free. With the hoppy familiarity of an IPA and the fruity nose of a Sauvignon Blanc, it is truly the best of both worlds and what some call “the best-tasting

    cider in Colorado.

  • Two22 Brew

  • Verboten (Loveland)- Somebody to Love, Brut IPA
    – Anybody Want a Peanut?, Peanut Butter and Jelly Ale
    – Run By Fruiting, Indian Lassi Smoothie Sour with Guava and Cardamom

  • Welcome Home Brewery (Parker)- Caramel Corn Cream Ale
    – Cool Wheat (American Wheat Beer

  • Wibby Brewing (Longmont)

    – Lightshine Helles
    – Lightshine Radler
    – Wibby IPL
    – Moondoor Dunkel

  • Woods Boss (Denver)- The Oswald NEIPA: super fruity bomb hazy ipa. 7.1%abv
    – Fruity Flash: kettle sour aged on prickly pear and passion fruit. 5.5%abv
    – Start N Ealry: American lager with mandarina Bavaria hops. : 5.2%
    – Swede Hook: American Porter brewed with itty bitty amounts of vanilla and orange peel. 4.7%

Food Trucks:

  • Golden Toad
  • Cheffin’s Cheesesteaks & Cubano’s

Douglas County BrewPub Tour

Colorado is Craft Beer Country and Parker boasts not one but three local brewpubs with several of the bars & restaurants also serving local beers on tap.

Parker CO BrewPubs

Down Hill Brewing fka Elk Mountain Brewery 
18921 E Plaza Dr # 104,
Parker CO
(303) 805-2739

Down Hill has added their own pizza kitchen and the pizza is delicious! We highly recommend trying the peanut butter beer & the sour!

Barnett and Son
18425 Pony Express Dr, Parker, CO 80134
(720) 420-0462

Barnett and Son have a lovely outdoor patio as well as indoor seating. No food is served but you can bring in your own and food trucks are on hand on weekends.

Hall Brewing Company
Brewed in Colorado but doesn’t currently have a tasting location
Available at local liquor stores

Lone Tree Brew Pubs

Lone Tree Brewing Company
8200 Park Meadows Drive, Suite 8222
Lone Tree, CO 80124
Phone: (303) 792-5822

Yard House
8437 Park Meadows Center Drive
Lone Tree, CO 80124
303-790-7453

Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery
9627 E County Line Rd
Centennial, CO
(303) 792-9090

Castle Rock Brew Pubs

Wild Blue Yonder Brewing Co. – Family Friendly

Located on the Main Street of Castle Rock at 519 Wilcox St, Wild Blue Yonder Brewing strives to offer a wide range of meticulously crafted beer styles from the classic and simple to more adventurous modern interpretations. All of the beer is brewed on-site in small batches by Head Brewer Garet Clever. They also have cider, wine, and cocktails for those in your party that aren’t beer drinkers as well as a full menu of delicious food.
The outdoor beer garden is perfect for an event, a Girl’s Night Out, a Family Reunion, or a regular Thursday.
Wild Blue Yonder Brewing Company
519 Wilcox St, Castle Rock, CO 80104
(303) 814-3663

105 West Brewing Company
Know for the Deez Nuts Peanut Butter Hazelnut beer but everything they brew is delicious! Outdoor seating with a firepit & excellent food trucks every night.
1043 Park St., Castle Rock, CO 80109
(303) 325-7321

Burly Brewing Company
A huge variety of brews to try, a great tasting room with outdoor seating, and a food truck schedule on their Facebook page.
680 Atchison Way Suite 800, Castle Rock, CO 80109
(720) 486-0541

Astro Tap House
Beer here is sold by the ounce
3911 Ambrosia St, Castle Rock, CO 80109
(720) 344-6979

Iron Mule Brewery – Food Trucks
 514 Perry St., Castle Rock, CO 80109
(720)328-9008

Rock Yard Brewing Company – Full Menu
880 Castleton Rd, Castle Rock, CO 80109
(303) 814-9273

Highlands Ranch Brew Pubs

Grist Brewing Company
9150 Commerce Center Cir., Ste 300
Highlands Ranch, CO 80129
(720) 360-4782

3 Freaks Brewery
7140 E. County Line Rd., Highlands Ranch
(720) 360-4782

Other nearby breweries include:

Not in Douglas County but just down Parker Road

Dry Dock Brewing
15110 E Hampden Ave
Aurora, CO 80014
(303) 400-5606

  • Living the Dream Brewing Company – 12305 N. Dumont Way, Littleton
  • Resolute Brewing 7286 S Yosemite St #110, Centennial, CO 80112 (720) 722-1238

Tap Houses with Food

  • 2 Penguins 13065 E Briarwood Ave, Centennial, CO 80112 (303) 792-0310.
    This location serves 30-40 different local brews on tap and also has events and delicious food on site.
  • Maddie’s Biergarten 330 Third St, Castle Rock, CO 80104 (303) 663-5073
    Permanently Closed.

Art in the Park O’Brien Park Parker CO 2023

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Art in the Park sponsored by the Parker Artists Guild is back for 2023

August 26 from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm

August 27 from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm.

O’Brien Park
Parker & Mainstreet
Parker CO, 80134

Admission is FREE!

art in Parker

Many art forms will be represented including:

  • painting in a wide variety of media,
  • drawing,
  • pastels,
  • pottery,
  • jewelry,
  • photography,
  • woodworking,
  • glass,
  • sculpture and more.

This is a family-friendly event with things for the kids to do including a face painting booth (for a small charge)  and a children’s art station where kids can create their own art projects. There will also be music and food.

The art show is sponsored by the Parker Artists Guild (PAG), a registered 501c(3) non-profit organization

PAG was formed in 2001 and has grown to about 200 members this year. The mission of the Parker Artist Guild is to advance the development of fine arts in the community. To accomplish this the Guild offers instructional demonstrations, workshops, and opportunities to promote all forms of fine art.

PAG sponsors a variety of art education workshops, exhibits, events, and scholarships. PAG members are from Parker, Castle Rock, Aurora, Highlands Ranch, Douglas and Elbert Counties and the south metro area. Membership is open to all media artists.

The art show is sponsored by the Parker Artists Guild (PAG) of Parker. PAG membership includes artists from Parker, Castle Rock, Aurora, Highlands Ranch, Douglas and Elbert County and the south metro area.

Membership is open to all media. PAG was formed in 2001 and has grown to about 200 members this year. Our mission is to promote the visual arts and raise awareness of local artists in the community. PAG sponsors a variety of art education workshops, exhibits, culture events and Kid’s Kulture. For more information about PAG and Art in the Park visit www.ParkerArtistsGuild.com.

For more information about the event and the Parker Artists Guild, please visit www.parkerartistsguild.com

Art Resources

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  |  Sept. 23 – 30, 2023

Fall Fest returns to downtown Parker Sept. 23 through 30, and this year’s celebration is bigger and better than ever! 

The Town of Parker invites residents and visitors of all ages to celebrate the start of autumn at O’Brien Park in downtown Parker. This year’s celebration will feature an expanded offering of free family-friendly events and activities.

Highlighting the weeklong celebration will be Fun and Games Day in O’Brien Park on Saturday, Sept. 30, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Kids can participate in the Colorado Avalanche’s Game On Street Hockey Program, lawn games led by Sam the Scarecrow, inflatables and carnival games with prizes. Adult-friendly attractions will include a beer garden (tickets available onsite) hosted by the Downtown Business Alliance, as well as an axe-throwing booth. Several food vendors will be on site for visitors to grab a tasty snack.

Capping off Fun and Games Day will be a drone light show that takes to the sky above O’Brien Park beginning at about 7:15 p.m.

Fall Fest will be more than just Fun and Games Day, as a handful of activities are also planned throughout the weeklong celebration. Kick off the festivities at O’Brien Park with giant table games and an appearance by Sam the Scarecrow and Parker’s Mayor and Town Council on Sept. 23 from noon to 1 p.m. A hay bale maze for young children will also be on display all week. Additionally, scavenger-hunt enthusiasts are encouraged to participate in our “Prowl for Pumpkins” contest. From Sept. 23 through 30, pumpkin signs will be hidden throughout Parker for residents to discover. Those who find a pumpkin and take a selfie can enter to win prizes!

Fall Fest Kick-off Activities (Sept. 23 to 30)

  • Hay Bale Maze (all week)
  • Prowl for Pumpkins Scavenger Hunt (all week)
  • Giant Table Games (Sept. 23; noon to 4 p.m.)
  • Appearance by Sam the Scarecrow

Fun and Games Day Activities (Sept. 30)

  • Inflatable Bounce House 
  • Colorado Avalanche Game On Street Hockey Program
  • Carnival Games with Prizes
  • Activities with Sam the Scarecrow
  • Golden Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt
  • Walk-around Characters
  • Giant Table Games / Lawn Games
  • Food Vendors
  • Beer Garden (Hosted by Downtown Business Alliance)
  • Axe Throwing Booth for Adults
  • Evening Drone Light Show (Starts at 7:15 p.m.)
2023 Fall Fest Fun and Games Day Map

Fall Fest will be more than just Fun and Games Day, as a handful of activities are also planned throughout the weeklong celebration. Kick off the festivities at O’Brien Park with giant table games and an appearance by Sam the Scarecrow and Parker’s Mayor and Town Council on Sept. 23 from noon to 1 p.m. A hay bale maze for young children will also be on display all week. Additionally, scavenger-hunt enthusiasts are encouraged to participate in our “Prowl for Pumpkins” contest. From Sept. 23 through 30, pumpkin signs will be hidden throughout Parker for residents to discover. Those who find a pumpkin and take a selfie can enter to win prizes!

Parker Fall Fest – Sept. 23 to Oct. 2

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

Halloween Home Decorating Contest  |  Oct. 23 – 31, 2023


Last year, residents showed their Parker hometown spirit and decorated for Halloween! The community was invited to celebrate with the Town of Parker by decorating their front porches, yards, windows, doors, patios or balconies!  By unleashing their creativity, bringing a smile (or a scare) to their friends and neighbors, and WINNING PRIZES!  The Town produced a virtual map of all the registered porches, so the community could plan a walk or drive around Parker to see and share in the celebration. New this year – we added judging categories and a judging committee! We also added a special “Mayor and Council Favorite” category and of course brought back the “People’s Choice Award” where the community chose their favorite over Facebook.    

Additional detailed information will become available as this event grows near.

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 the not-so-young!

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.

Mayor’s Holiday Lighting – Nov. 23

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

Hometown Holiday Experience  |  Nov. 25 to Jan. 1

Last year, after the fun of the Mayor’s Holiday Lighting, the Town continued to usher in the holidays with a kick-off weekend of activities and accents to Downtown Parker. Pre-recorded holiday music played through speakers and accents to our beautiful Downtown Parker was on display. Patrons were able to visit our small businesses at O’Brien Park’s winter market and visit with Santa’s elf, a toy soldier, a real live holiday tree, and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.    

Additional detailed information will become available as this event grows near.

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

4th of July Stars and Stripes Celebration

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WEATHER UPDATE!

July 4 Fireworks Update 12:40 p.m. Tuesday, July 4 — The Town of Parker is proceeding with plans to launch our Independence Day fireworks display this evening, while continuing to monitor the forecast. Please note, while we prepare to begin the show at 9:30 p.m. as originally scheduled, weather conditions could change and impact that timeline. 

Should plans change, any announcements will be shared on the Town’s Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts, and on this webpage, as necessary. 

July 4, 2023
Salisbury Park
Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m.

There are big changes planned for the Town of Parker’s annual Independence Day celebration in 2023. Last year, we introduced a new, innovative drone light show in place of fireworks. An extensive survey of our residents following the event told us that, while people enjoyed the drones, they really did miss the fireworks. Well, we want you to know we heard you! 

This year, Parker’s traditional Independence Day fireworks display will return, baring weather-related concerns. The Town will hold a remote-viewing fireworks show that can be seen throughout the community in place of a traditional, day-long event in Salisbury Park. Survey results showed that a majority of our community prefers to have watch parties at their homes and/or around Town instead of attending the event at Salisbury Park.

Fireworks will launch at 9:30 p.m., weather permitting. Notification for any necessary weather-related delays and/or cancelations will be shared on the Town’s social media channels (@TownOfParkerCO). Salisbury Park will be open to the public that day. Still, there will be no additional services or activities and only limited parking available (300 paved spaces) on a first-come, first-served basis.  The large grass lots used in prior years will not be available for parking in 2023.

While on-site parking will be limited, there are a number of other different public areas for residents and guests to view the fireworks show. Depending on site view limits (tree line, buildings, houses and/or terrain) the fireworks display may be able to be seen from up to two miles away from the Salisbury Park launch site.

We recommend the Parker United Methodist Church parking lot. They have volunteers ready to welcome you to their space for the festivities.

Per a resident survey, select public parks that may provide good views of the display include Bar CCC Park, McCabe Meadows and Stroh Soccer Field. The Cherry Creek Trail between Mainstreet and Hess Road could also be a great option for those who do not intend to drive.

View our map of suggested viewing locations where residents may obtain good viewpoints of the fireworks display.

Please note, no parking will be allowed along the side of major roadways, such as Parker Road, Hess Road or Mainstreet. If you plan on viewing the fireworks on public roadways, please do not impede traffic, block driveways or stop in an area posted with NO PARKING signs. 

Parker Planning Commission

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Volunteer Positions Available Soon on Parker Planning Commission

Parker Planning Commission Seeks Volunteer Applicants

Are you looking for a way to get involved in your community? Volunteer commission member positions and alternate positions are coming open soon on the Parker Planning Commission.

The Planning Commission, an advisory board appointed by the Parker Town Council, provides recommendations to Parker Town Council on land use and related development issues. Those with an interest in land use and development are encouraged to apply. Regular meetings are held the second and fourth Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at Town Hall, 20120 E. Mainstreet. To be appointed, you must be a resident of the Town of Parker for at least one year immediately preceding the date of appointment and be a registered elector.

Relatives of Town employees and officials are not eligible to apply. If you are eligible, please send a letter of interest and resume to: the Town of Parker Community Development Department, Attn: Jeff Miller, 20120 E. Mainstreet, Parker, CO  80138; or email jmiller@parkeronline.org. The deadline for applications is Friday, April 21, 2023, at 5 p.m.

Please contact the Community Development Department with any questions at 303.841.2332.

Planning Commission Meetings

  • 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. | Check the Town calendar for the latest updated schedule.
  • Town Hall; 20120 E. Mainstreet

Agendas, Minutes & Packets

View Planning Commission Agendas, Minutes and Meeting Packets. Agendas are available prior to the meeting and minutes are available following formal approval by the Commission.

Mardi Gras Celebration coming to Parker in 2023

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Mardi Gras also called Shrove Tuesday, or Fat Tuesday refers to events of the Carnival celebrations, beginning on or after the Christian feasts of the Epiphany (Three Kings Day) and culminating on the day before Ash Wednesday. Mardi Gras is French for “Fat Tuesday”, reflecting the practice of the last night of eating richer, fatty foods before the ritual fasting of the Lenten season.

February marks the start of Mardi Gras celebrations nationwide and the Infamous “Fat Tuesday” falls early this month.

Support arts, science, and culture while experiencing the excitement of Bourbon Street!

Laissez les bons temps rouler! The Council of Arts, Science & Culture (CASC), a 501c3 nonprofit organization, throws the greatest Mardi Gras celebration south of Denver! Trade in your business suit for your best Mardi Gras costume, or your favorite attire, as we bring on the New Orleans magic!

Your ticket includes Cajun-style delectables, live music, and dancing. Cocktails and other beverages are available for purchase. In addition to this fun cultural event, your support enables us to put on events for all ages including Science Day, Science Night, the July 4th 5k, and many other events that enrich our local culture. 

Register Now

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Parker Mardi Gras
Coming 2023

Why is Mardi Gras Celebrated?

Why do they Throw Beads?

Mardi Gras parades began in New Orleans in the 1830s and during that time, inexpensive necklaces made of glass beads were popular and parade krewes began to be tossing them into the crowds. The beads were an instant hit among the crowds of New Orleans residents and visiting Mardi Gras tourists and that tradition continues today.

Visit the website for more information

Learn more about CASC Here

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Douglas County Household Chemical Roundup

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Household Pickup for Hazardous Waste

In place of a one-time annual event, the Douglas County Health Department is partnering with Waste Management to provide Douglas County residents with a low-cost household service for hazardous waste removal year-round. Get details and sign up for your household pick-up at Waste Management’s website. The cost is $30 for Douglas County residents.

Safe Storage
It is important to read the product labels to safely store, use, and dispose of chemicals. When these chemicals are not used up entirely, they become household chemical waste. Find safe handling tips by visiting the EPA’s Household Hazardous Waste webpage.

Toxic household products can be harmful to pets, wildlife, sanitation workers, our health and the environment if poured down the drain, toilet or storm sewer, or placed in the trash. If you’ve recently painted your house, changing your car’s oil or spruced up your lawn, proper disposal of the related hazardous materials will keep your family and our community safe.

Dispose of and recycle toxic household products from your home year-round with the Douglas County Health Department’s new Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program! This low-cost service for hazardous waste removal is a partnership with Waste Management and replaces the former Household Chemical Roundup events previously offered through the Tri-County Health Department.

Douglas County residents are eligible for one household pick-up appointment per calendar year. Please note, a $30 co-payment is a requirement from residents for each appointment.

Schedule a Collection

Call 1-800-449-7587 or click here.

Accepted Items for Hazardous Waste Disposal

  • Automotive fluids
  • Auto batteries
  • Chlorine bleach
  • Cleaners
  • Corrosive chemicals
  • Drain openers
  • Fluorescent bulbs
  • Fluorescent tubes
  • Fertilizers
  • Gasoline
  • Glue adhesives
  • Herbicides
  • Hobby chemicals
  • Household batteries
  • Insecticides
  • Latex paint
  • Mercury and Lead
  • Mercury thermometers
  • Mercury thermostats
  • Motor oils and used filters
  • Murlactic acid
  • Oil-based paints
  • Paint thinner
  • Pesticides
  • Polishes
  • Pool chemicals
  • Rust remover
  • Stains
  • Spray paint
  • Stripper
  • Varnishes
  • Waxes
  • Weed killer
  • Wood preservatives

Numerous materials are not eligible for this service, including ammunition, appliances, bio-waste, commercial chemicals, explosives, medicine, tires and more.

For more information about items that are eligible for collection and how to schedule and prepare for an appointment, visit https://www.douglas.co.us/health-department/household-waste-management/.

Recycling Parker Colorado 2011-2012

Many common products found in the home may be hazardous and should be used and disposed of carefully. These include motor oil, antifreeze, vehicle batteries, solvents, house and garden chemicals, compact fluorescent lights (CFLs), fire extinguishers, items containing mercury, propane tanks, paint, and passenger vehicle and pickup truck tires (off the rim). Proper disposal at the Roundup helps prevent the potential of accidental poisonings and fire hazards in the home.

Residents just drive up and volunteers will unload the materials. Douglas County participants should bring proof of residency such as a driver’s license or utility bill and $25 per vehicle to offset the high cost of hazardous waste disposal. Residents are encouraged to register in advance online at www.tchd.org/hcroundup.

Free Electronic Waste for Douglas County Residents

Douglas County residents may recycle their electronics for free and year-round through Dec. 30 at Techno Rescue, 3251 Lewiston Street, Suite 10 in Aurora, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and on occasional Saturdays from 10 am. to 2 p.m.

  • Check-in at the Front Office and state the drop-off is for the Douglas County event
  • Proof of Residency will be required (photo id and verification of address such as driver’s license or state id)

For questions or additional information please call Techno Rescue at 303-482-2207.

Christmas Tree Recycling in Parker Colorado & Douglas County

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Parker & Douglas County Christmas Tree Recycling Info

The Town will host its annual Christmas Tree recycling program from Dec. 25 through Jan. 29  2021 for Parker residents.

Parker Christmas Tree Recycling

Drop-off dates: Dec. 25 through Jan. 29
Hours: 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Contact Information: Town of Parker at 303-840-9546
Mulch: Available on a self-serve basis on-site while supplies last for the first week in January

Salisbury Park (East paved parking lot), 12010 S. Motsenbocker Rd.

The drop-off is available solely for Parker residents to recycle their Christmas trees. Additional yard waste and tree branches are not permitted. No commercial tree lot disposal is allowed as our elves have a hard time removing all of the tags.

Both green and flocked real trees are accepted. Before dropping off any Christmas trees, please remove all plastic tarps, tree stands and nails, ornaments, lights, garlands, and tinsel. No artificial trees, garlands or wreathes with wire backing will be accepted.

Please drop off during park hours only, 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., and do not illegally dump any other items at the drop-off location.

Tree Recycling Information

The trees collected by the program will be chipped into mulch, which is available at the same site at no charge to residents. The remaining mulch will be utilized throughout the Town and not discarded in a landfill.

Residents should not place Christmas trees in garbage containers. Keeping trees out of landfills helps extend the life of landfills and produces a useful resource. The annual Christmas Tree Recycling Program is just one of many ways that Parker residents can reduce, reuse and recycle.

Please remove all ornaments, lights, tinsel, garland, plastic wrap, tree stands, wire, rope, nails, etc. before bringing trees to be recycled. Live trees with artificial snow sprayed on the branches cannot be mulched. Please check with your local jurisdiction or newspaper during the holiday season as Christmas trees are typically accepted at the following locations, but are subject to change.

Douglas County

Drop-off dates: Dec. 26 through Jan. 31
Hours: Anytime
Contact Information: Douglas County Parks at 720-733-6990
Mulch: Available on-site while supplies last

Bayou Gulch, 4815 Fox Sparrow Road, Parker
Challenger Regional Park, 17299 E. Lincoln Ave., Parker
Fairgrounds Regional Park, 500 Fairgrounds Drive, Castle Rock
Highland Heritage Regional Park, 9651 S. Quebec St.

Castle Rock Christmas Tree Recycling

Drop-off dates: Dec. 26 through Jan. 31
Hours: Anytime
Castle Rock locations:

  • Founders Park, 4671 Enderud Blvd.
  • Metzler Ranch Community Park, 4175 Trail Boss Drive
  • Paintbrush Park, 3492 Meadows Blvd.

Highlands Ranch

Drop-off dates: Dec. 25 through Jan. 17
Hours: Anytime
Highlands Ranch locations:

  • Dad Clark Park, 3385 Asterbrook Cir.
  • Redstone Park, 3280 Redstone Park Cir.
  • Toepfer Park, 9480 Venneford Ranch Rd.
  • Contact the Highlands Ranch Metro District at 303-791-0430 for information about any of the above locations.

Douglas County location in Highlands Ranch:

  • Highland Heritage Regional Park, 9651 S. Quebec St.
  • Contact Douglas County Parks for information regarding this site at 720-733-6990

Mulch is available on-site while supplies last on a self-serve basis.

Holiday Craft Boutiques in Douglas County / South Denver Colorado

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Holiday Craft Shows in Douglas County Colorado

Feel free to send me information about your show. Our community is blessed with many gifted artists, artisans, and crafters who come together to sell their creations during the holiday season.

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Parker Holiday Shows

Legend High School Annual Craft Fair

Mountain Pine Yuletide Bazaar – Parker Fieldhouse

Mark your calendars!  The 15th annual Mountain Pine Woman’s Club Yuletide Bazaar will take place on Saturday, November 12, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm at the Parker Fieldhouse. 

As a past shopper or vendor, you know what a great event this is.  2022 promises to be even better.  In addition to many of your favorite vendors, we have many new artists, crafters, and food vendors joining us this year.  We know you’ll find something to love at this year’s Bazaar. Click here to become a vendor.

Remember, admission and parking are free!  We look forward to seeing you on November 12.

Yes, it’s the same day as the Legend High School sale so make a day of it!

The Mountain Pine Yuletide Bazaar is the annual fundraising event for the Mountain Pine Woman’s Club.  The funds raised at this one day event help provide the scholarships, contributions and support throughout our local community and extending to the Denver Metro area, National and  International programs.

Grandmother’s House Boutique Holiday Craft Show

Holiday Boutique 2022
Tagawa Gardens
7711 S Parker Road, Centennial, CO 80016
Admission $5.00
(Good for all 5 days – Children 12 and under are free)
Thursday-Saturday, November 3-5, 2022

Thursday & Friday:  10:00 am-4:00 pm
Saturday:  10:00-3:00 pm

Once Upon A December Holiday Boutique – Chaparral HS

Saturday, December 3rd, 2022
9 AM to 3:30 PM
Chaparral High School,
15665 Brookstone Dr.
Parker, CO 80134

The Once Upon A December Craft Fair is an annual community tradition and a FUNdraiser for CHS Bands. It is always on the first Saturday in December in the Chaparral High School commons and gym and includes a bake sale, concession stand, kids’ play area, photos with Santa, and vendors selling amazing hand-crafted items for your holiday shopping. 

Castle Rock Holiday Shows

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30th Annual Castle Rock Craft Show Extravaganza

November 5, 2022, 9-3 at the Douglas County Fairgrounds
500 Fairgrounds Drive Castle Rock, CO 80104

Colorado Community Media Holiday Craft Show and Mini-Market

The annual craft show is back with a new, bigger location in Douglas County. The show will be held at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. Come and find holiday decorations, gifts, and more.
Interested vendors can contact Event Producer Thelma Grimes at tgrimes@coloradocommunitymedia.com.

Friends of the Littleton Library Craft Fair, Littleton. October 1, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 250+ booths selling handcrafted items. Held rain, snow or shine. Ketring Park, 6000 S. Gallup St., Littleton.

Centennial Outdoor Market. October 8. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 65 vendors, food trucks. 12835 E. Arapahoe Rd., Centennial.

Rocky Mountain Weavers Guild, Englewood. October 13-15, Thursday, 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hand-crafted wearables, hand-woven home decor, holiday ornaments and more. Live textile demonstrations. Malley Recreation Center, 3380 S. Lincoln St., Englewood.

Cherry Creek Fresh Market Fall Holiday Market, Denver. October 15, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Features holiday food producers, artisan makers, home & garden creators and vintage collectors, plus food trucks, live music and more. Cherry Creek Shopping Center (west end surface parking lot), 3000 E. First Ave., Denver.

Dakota Ridge High School Craft Fair, Littleton. October 15. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 13399 W. Coal Mine Ave., Littleton.

Junior League Mile High Holiday Mart, Denver. November 4-6. Friday 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 100+ merchants. Admission: $10. Kids under 12 are free. Parking — $7/day in lots or use street meters. RTD Light Rail is recommended. Gates Field House at the University of Denver, 2201 E. Asbury Ave., Denver.

Cherry Creek Fresh Market Fall Holiday Market, Denver. November 5, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Features holiday food producers, artisan makers, home & garden creators, and vintage collectors, plus food trucks, live music, and more. Cherry Creek Shopping Center (west end surface parking lot), 3100 E. First Ave., Denver.

Englewood Holiday Bazaar, Englewood. November 5, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 100+ artisans with crafts and handmade gifts. Concessions are available for lunch or snacks. Easy parking. Malley Rec Center, 3380 S. Lincoln St., Englewood, 303-762-2660.

Smoky Hill High School Craft Fair, Aurora. November 5, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 210+ vendors in two gyms and three levels of the cafeteria. Food is available for purchase. 16100 E. Smoky Hill Rd., Aurora.

Friends of the Littleton Library Craft Fair, Littleton. October 1, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 250+ booths selling handcrafted items. Held rain, snow or shine. Ketring Park, 6000 S. Gallup St., Littleton.

Centennial Outdoor Market. October 8. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 65 vendors, food trucks. 12835 E. Arapahoe Rd., Centennial.

Rocky Mountain Weavers Guild, Englewood. October 13-15, Thursday, 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hand-crafted wearables, hand-woven home decor, holiday ornaments and more. Live textile demonstrations. Malley Recreation Center, 3380 S. Lincoln St., Englewood.

Mollie McGee’s Annual Fall Market, Longmont. October 15 & 16. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 160+ booths. Handcrafted gifts, home decor, dolls, jewelry, pottery, art & more. Admission: $5 (good for both days), children under 12/FREE. VIP Entry at 9 a.m.: $12. No strollers on Saturday until 1 p.m. Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibit Bldg., Hover Rd. & Nelson Rd., Longmont.

Cherry Creek Fresh Market Fall Holiday Market, Denver. October 15, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Features holiday food producers, artisan makers, home & garden creators and vintage collectors, plus food trucks, live music and more. Cherry Creek Shopping Center (west end surface parking lot), 3000 E. First Ave., Denver.

Dakota Ridge High School Craft Fair, Littleton. October 15. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 13399 W. Coal Mine Ave., Littleton.

Cherry Creek Fresh Market Fall Holiday Market, Denver. October 29, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Features holiday food producers, artisan makers, home & garden creators and vintage collectors, plus food trucks, live music and more. Cherry Creek Shopping Center (west end surface parking lot), 3100 E. First Ave., Denver.

Lone Tree Fine Arts & Craft Show, Lone Tree. November 2-5. Wednesday & Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. No strollers. Admission: $3/adult. Lone Tree Golf Club & Hotel, 9808 S. Sunningdale Blvd., 303-741-2085.

Grandmother’s House Boutique, Centennial. November 3-5. Thursday & Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission: $5 (good all 3 days). Children 12 and younger FREE. Tagawa Gardens, 7711 S. Parker Rd., Centennial, 303-693-5500.

Junior League Mile High Holiday Mart, Denver. November 4-6. Friday 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 100+ merchants. Admission: $10. Kids under 12 are free. Parking — $7/day in lots or use street meters. RTD Light Rail recommended. Gates Field House at University of Denver, 2201 E. Asbury Ave., Denver.

Urban Holiday Market. November 4-6, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Outdoor festival offering one of-a-kind seasonal items, high-quality handcrafted goods, specialty foods, home décor, and unique holiday gifts. Skyline Park on the 16th Street Mall at Arapahoe, Denver.

Castle Rock Craft Show Extraordinaire. November 5, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 100+ vendors, bake sale, wreath auction. Douglas County Events Center, 500 Fairgrounds Rd., Castle Rock.

Centennial Outdoor Market. November 5. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 65 vendors, food trucks. 12835 E. Arapahoe Rd., Centennial.

Cherry Creek Fresh Market Fall Holiday Market, Denver. November 5, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Features holiday food producers, artisan makers, home & garden creators and vintage collectors, plus food trucks, live music and more. Cherry Creek Shopping Center (west end surface parking lot), 3100 E. First Ave., Denver.

Englewood Holiday Bazaar, Englewood. November 5, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 100+ artisans with crafts and handmade gifts. Concessions are available for lunch or snacks. Easy parking. Malley Rec Center, 3380 S. Lincoln St., Englewood, 303-762-2660.

Smoky Hill High School Craft Fair, Aurora. November 5, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 210+ vendors in two gyms and three levels of the cafeteria. Food is available for purchase. 16100 E. Smoky Hill Rd., Aurora.

16th Street Mall Holiday Festival, Denver. November 12 & 13, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Outdoor festival offering one-of-a-kind seasonal items, high-quality handcrafted goods, specialty foods, home décor, and unique holiday gifts. On the 16th Street Mall between Tremont & California St., Denver.

Columbine High School Holiday Craft Fair, Littleton. November 12, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. More than 140 vendors. Admission: $1 (age 5 and under FREE). 6201 Pierce St., Littleton.

Cherokee Trail High School Holiday Fair, Aurora. November 12, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Handcrafted gifts, holiday decor, treats. 25901 E. Arapahoe Pkwy. N., Aurora.

Highlands Ranch Hometown Holiday & Winter Market. December 2, 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Outdoor market with meats, pastries, bread, fudge, and crafts. Santa is on site. Town Center North, 1100 Sgt. Jon Stiles Dr., Highlands Ranch.

Grandview High School Holiday & Craft Fair, Aurora. December 3, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 200+ vendors. Lower Commons level. 20500 E. Arapahoe Rd, Aurora.

Centennial Holiday Artisan Market, Centennial. December 3, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Handmade gift items, live music from local school choirs, family activities, food trucks. Centennial Center Park, 13050 E. Peakview Ave., Centennial.

Georgetown Christmas Market. December 10 & 11, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Outdoor European-style market. Victorian ladies and gents stroll through the streets and shops. Stop in the Community Center for entertainment throughout the day. Historic 6th Street, Georgetown.

Applewood Arts Show 2022 Festival Dates

The Ranch Events Complex

October 8-9, 2022 

Saturday, 10am-5pm

Sunday, 10am-3pm

$7.00 admission, kids 12 and under free.

Applewood Arts Festival

Arapahoe County Fairgrounds

 November 12-13, 2022

Saturday, VIP Entry 9am-10am

Click Ticket Link Here

General Public, 10am-4pm

 Sunday, 10am-3pm

$6.00 Admission, kids 12 and under free.

Applewood Arts Festival

The Ranch Events Complex

November 18-20, 2022

Friday Evening VIP Entry, 5:30 pm-8 pm

Click Ticket Link Here

Saturday, 10am-5pm

Sunday, 10am-3pm

$7.00 Admission, kids 12 and under free.

Applewood Arts Festival – New!!!

The Arvada Center

November 25-26, 2022

Friday, 9 am-4 pm

 Saturday, 9 am-4 pm

$6.00 admission, kids and under free.

 

Turkey Day 5K Fun Run/Walk Parker CO 2023

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Get a healthy start to the holidays with Parker Recreation’s Turkey Day 5K and Kick off a happy Thanksgiving with friends, family, and a great workout!

Come and celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday while getting a workout! The course for runners is a loop through the community, while the walkers’ course is an out-and-back on Cherry Creek Regional Trail.

turkey trot 5 k parker co Thanksgiving Day 5K family friendly race.
Date: Nov. 23, 2023
Start Time: 8-8:30 a.m.; based on mile time
Location: Parker Recreation Center, 17301 E. Lincoln Ave.
5K Cost: $30
Pre-registration closes Nov. 23 at midnight; walk-up registration is available at the event for an additional $10 per person. 

Part of the Parks and Recreation Run Series, this fun community event is not timed. Registered participants will receive commemorative race socks, a custom bib, hot cocoa, cider, or coffee. 

Race Course

The Turkey Day 5K course is being evaluated and will be posted soon.

Race Packet Pickup

Pick up race packets on Nov. 21 and 22 from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. at the Parker Fieldhouse, Nov. 23 from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Parker Recreation Center and on event day, beginning at 7 a.m.

Volunteer Opportunities

Click here (www.VolunteerParker.org) for this event volunteer opportunity. Email recevents@parkeronline.org with questions about volunteering.  

Additional Event and Sponsorship Information

Register here. This event is held rain, snow or shine. Refunds will not be issued. Strollers are welcome but because of the size of this event, for safety reasons, please leave dogs, bikes and scooters at home. 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 the Race Team at recevents@parkeronline.org or call 303.805.3278. For sponsorship information, please email Jaime Vollertsen at jvollertsen@parkeronline.org or call 303.805.3267.  

Turkey Trot Fun Run

View the video to see how much fun this event is.
17301 E. Lincoln Ave.
Parker, CO 80134
Ph: 303.841.4500

Don’t forget Thanksgiving weekend kicks off the holiday season in downtown Parker.

Parker Tree Lighting

Parker Holiday Events

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