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Adult Pickleball at the Parker Fieldhouse

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Adult Pickleball

Looking for something new? Try pickleball! Pickleball is a racquet sport which combines badminton, tennis and table tennis. The sport is played on a smaller court with a net that’s just a bit lower than a tennis net and is played with a hard paddle and a whiffle ball. 

Pickleball is accessible to a wider range of players than tennis, particularly children, and seniors because it is played on a smaller court and the speed of pickleball is slower than that of tennis. If you haven’t played before, they will teach you. If you have played, there is good competition to be had. It can be played both indoors and outdoors.

The Parker Fieldhouse offers drop-in pickleball for ages 18 and older. Paddles and balls are available. The program does not take place during school breaks. Call 303.805.6300 for more information.

For more information or to register, visit www.ParkerRec.com or contact Bob Bullock at bbullock@parkeronline.org or 303.805.6311.

Advanced and Intermediate Play
Days: Monday – Friday
Time: 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

General Time of Year: September through April. Skip dates include Douglas County School Closures
Location: Parker Fieldhouse
Cost: $6 Adults, $5 Seniors (62+)

Open Play – SUMMER ONLY
Days: Monday Evenings
Time: 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location: Parker Fieldhouse
Cost: $6 Adults, $5 Seniors (62+)

Outdoor Drop-In Pickleball Schedule

Players must bring their own paddles and balls. 

Days: Monday – Sunday
Time: 7 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Location: Parker Recreation Center
Cost: Free

 Location: Parker Recreation Center Facility: PRC – Aux Gym (Full)

Price: $5.00 (Resident)
$6.00 (Non-resident)
Ages: At least 10 but less than 100
Gender: Coed
Spaces: Unlimited openings

Holiday Drop-in Pickle Ball for your family

Spend time with your family this holiday season playing Pickleball with Parker Recreation! We offer drop-in play for families and friends over winter vacation.

Players of all levels are welcome. Participation is limited to ages 10 and up, as younger kids struggle with racquet strength and control and gameplay. Instruction will be available as needed for beginners. We will have three courts available at the Parker Recreation Center.
Notes:

Swing by the Recreation Center at a time that works for you between 9 and 11 a.m.

Dates TBA

Drop-in rates apply. No registration is taken for this activity. Space is limited as drop-in play is taken on a first-come, first-served basis.

All equipment will be supplied.

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Pickleball Schedule

Advanced and Intermediate Play
Days: Monday – Friday
Dates: Sept. 3 – Dec. 19
Time: 8 a.m. to 12;30 p.m.
Location: Parker Fieldhouse
Cost: $6 Adults, $5 Seniors (62+)

Fall Outdoor Drop-In Pickleball Schedule) 

Days: Monday – Sunday
Dates: Sept. 2 – Nov. 30
Time: 7 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Location: Parker Recreation Center
Cost: Free

Pickleball Lessons (TBA)

Jump on the pickleball bandwagon and start em young! Participants will learn proper hitting techniques, pickleball rules, philosophy, scoring, and instructional play. Once complete, participants will be able to test their skills against grandma and grandpa!

It is one of the fastest-growing recreation sports for both drop-in and tournament play. It is catching on across the nation and played by all ages making this the perfect family sport.

Pickleball combines skills from tennis, badminton, and ping-pong and is played with a whiffle ball and a paddle on a badminton-size court

Notes: All equipment will be supplied. Participation is limited to ages 10 and up, as younger kids struggle with racquet strength and control and gameplay.

Beginner Bootcamp – Adult

Description: Pickleball Boot Camp sessions are designed to teach the basics of pickleball to beginners, focusing on game philosophy, general rules, and proper form and technique.
Once boot camp is completed, players practice what they’ve learned during instructional play! These sessions will focus on game situations with instructors monitoring and assisting participants to increase their skills. Instructional play is included in the boot camp registration.
Please contact Bob at bbullock@parkeronline.org or 303.805.6311 for questions.
Level of Instruction: Beginners Adults
Skills/Fundamentals Learned: Participants will learn:

  • Proper hitting techniques
  • Pickleball rules
  • Game philosophy
  • Scoring
  • Instructional play

Contractor/Instructor: Archie Aquino has played tennis for several years rising to a 5.0 level tennis player. Using her tennis skills, she transitioned to pickleball and is recognized as an advanced player in the Parker Pickleball program, where she now serves as one of two pickleball instructors for the Parker Parks and Recreation Department. She is also a certified pickleball instructor through the USAPA. Along with English, Archie speaks German and Tagalog/Filipino.
David Lissy has been playing pickleball for about six years and teaching for three. David has an MA degree in Curriculum and Instruction and has written a pickleball curriculum used in his boot camps and clinics. He grew up in the suburbs west of Chicago playing a multitude of sports including baseball, football, basketball, tennis, golf, table tennis, hockey, swimming, biking, and running. David’s claim to fame during this time was winning his grade school’s table tennis championship! David’s main focus for teaching is to pass the enjoyment of the game along to new players.
Notes:

All equipment will be supplied.

Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing recreation sports for both drop-in and tournament play. It is catching on across the nation and played by all ages making this the perfect family sport. Pickleball combines skills from tennis, badminton, and ping-pong and is played with a whiffle ball and a paddle on a badminton-size court.

Learn more about pickleball

Part I: The basics

Part II: A game for everyone

Part III: Brief history

Part IV: The layout of the court

Part V: Equipment

Part VI: Appropriate apparel

Part VII: Places to play pickleball in your area

International Federation of Pickleball
Find rating descriptions for the International Federation of Pickleball (IFP).

Days and times vary during school breaks. Please call 303.805.6300 for current availability.

Interested in staying up to date on dates, times, competitions and other information? Join the Parker Pickleball Group on Facebook and never miss an update again!

Additional Information
Contact Bob Bullock for more information.

Places to Play in South Denver

Beck Rec Center
Aurora, CO 80011
800 Telluride St.
303-739-6888
TT – 6pm-8pm

Buck Com. Rec. Ctr.
Littleton, CO 80120
2004 W. Powers Ave
303-797-8787.
TT – 1-4 pm
Sun – 4-6 pm

Cornerstone Park
Englewood, CO 80120
5150 Windermere St. Outdoor Crts SE
Corner of park

Crestridge Park 2 Outdoor
Aurora, CO
E. Yale & S. Elkhart

Englewood Rec. Ctr.
Englewood, CO 80110
1155 W. Oxford
303-762-2680
12-1 Tuesday
12-3 Thursday

Goodson Rec. Ctr.
Centennial, CO 80121
6315 S. University B
303-798-2476
Monday 3-5 all
Tuesday 1-4:30 all
Thursday 1:45-4:30all
Friday 3:30-6:30all
6:30-10 Adv
Sunday 1-3 Beg. & 3-6 Adv.

Highlands Ranch S. Ridge Rec. Ctr.
Highlands, CO 80130
4800 McArthur Ranch Rd.
303-471-7020
MWF – 11-2:00

Lilley-Gulch Rec. Ctr.
Littleton, CO 80123
6147 S. Holland Way
303-409-2500
TT 12:30-2:30
Sun 1:30-3:30

Lone Tree Rec. Ctr.
Lonetree, CO 80124
10249 Ridge Gate Cr
303-708-3500
TTF – 1-4
Sun – 3-6

Malley Senior Ctr.
Englewood, CO 80113
3380 S. Lincoln St.
303-762-2660
Monday 11:30-1 Beg & 1-4:00
Friday 11-1 Beg & 1-4:00
Saturday – 9am-1pm

Ridge Rec. Ctr.
Littleton, CO 80127
6613 S. Ward St.
303-409-2337
MTu Friday 8:30-11
Sun. 9-11 Beg. – 11-1 Adv.

Trails Rec Center
Centennial, CO 80016
16799 E, Lake Ave
303-269-8400
Thursday – 10-12

Parker Fun Run Information 2021

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

Cattle Crossing 5K & Family Fun Trek

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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!

Date: June 19, 2021
Time: 5K: 8 a.m.  Family Fun Trek: 8:05 a.m.
Location: Tallman Meadow Park, 12335 Canterberry Parkway
In-Person 5K Cost: $40  
In-Person Family Fun Trek Cost: $25 for family of up to 4, $7 per additional person
Virtual 5K Cost: $30

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Register by May 25 to guarantee event hat!  Registration closes June 18, 2021 at 5 p.m.; event-day registration will not be available.

In-Person Options: 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 trucker hat, *which is available to purchase separately for Family Fun Trek registrants. All in-person event registrations include pancakes from Flippin’ Flapjacks and a souvenir bib number. 

Virtual 5K Option: Experience all of the benefits of a 5K run/walk on your own time, at your own location! Registrants receive the commemorative trucker hat and custom event bib.  

Race Courses

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.

Additional Event and Sponsorship Information

Click here to register. 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. 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 registration questions, please email Sarah Armsbury at sarmsbury@parkeronline.org or call 303.805.3273. For sponsorship information, please email Jaime Vollertsen at jvollertsen@parkeronline.org or 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

Date: Aug. 10, 2019
Time: 10K: 8 a.m.
5K: 8:05 a.m.
Family Fun Trek: 8:15 a.m.
Location: Salisbury Park

Registration will be available in April 2019.

Part of the Parker Parks and Recreation Run Series, this event is professionally timed (5K and 10K.) The Family Trek is about 1.3 miles of laid-back, outdoorsy fun. Registered participants will receive a race tech shirt, a delicious post-race pancake breakfast and a chance to win prizes. The overall male/female finishers, as well as the top three finishers in each of the following divisions of the 5K and 10K will be awarded: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60+. All results are determined using “gun time,” meaning the timing starts simultaneously for all participants in the category. The free kids’ Dash follows the race for children 8 and under; no registration necessary.

Race Courses

The So Long to Summer 5K/10K & Family Fun Trek is held at Salisbury Park. View a detailed map (PDF) to find routes, parking, water stations and more.

Race Packet Pickup

Packets are available at RNK Running & Walking, 13019 S Parker Rd., the Thursday and Friday prior to the event from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. or at the event beginning at 7 a.m.

Volunteer Opportunities

View individual events for volunteer opportunities.

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.

Youth Fitness & Wellness

Getting Started

Youth ages 13 to 15 must complete a mandatory free Fitness Equipment Orientation before utilizing the weight and cardiovascular areas within the Recreation Center and Fieldhouse. They must also complete an orientation prior to participating in any group fitness classes.

Youth ages 13 and 14 are required to be with an adult in the fitness areas while working out. After they’ve completed the Fitness Equipment Orientation, youth age 15 may be in the fitness areas by themselves.

Free Fitness Equipment Orientations are offered each Monday at 6, 7 and 8 p.m. at the Recreation Center. Registration is not necessary. Orientations include a demonstration on the proper use of equipment, weight room etiquette and proper equipment safety

Senior Stroll in Parker Colorado May 26, 2021

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Each year, older adults across the country participate in local fitness activities as part of the annual National Senior Health & Fitness Day® .

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National Senior Health & Fitness Day – Senior Stroll

On Wednesday, May 30, an estimated 100,000 older adults will participate in local fitness activities throughout the country as part of the 25th annual National Senior Health & Fitness Day®, the nation’s largest health and wellness event for older adults.

To celebrate National Senior Health & Fitness Day, Parker Parks and Recreation hosts the annual Senior Stroll. This free event features a one-mile fun walk on a paved trail around O’Brien Park, delicious refreshments, socializing with friends, exciting prize giveaways and interacting with local business vendors that put an emphasis on senior health and wellness. 

Date: May 26, 2021
Time: 9 a.m.
Location: O’Brien Park, 10795 Victorian Dr.
Cost: FREE; pre-registration required

REGISTER HERE

“Older adults at all levels of physical fitness are encouraged to participate in National Senior Health & Fitness Day,” says Patricia Henze, National Senior Health & Fitness Day program manager. “Our goals for Senior Day are to make exercise fun, to increase awareness of the benefits of a regular exercise program for older adults, and to encourage all older adults to take advantage of the many health and fitness programs offered in their communities.”

Volunteer Opportunities

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.

Additional Information

Register for the Senior Stroll here. For additional event information, email Deni Jacobs at djacobs@parkeronline.org or call at 303.805.3208. For sponsorship and vendor information, please email Jaime Vollertsen at jvollertsen@parkeronline.org or call at 303.805.3267.

4th of July Stars and Stripes Celebration

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 July 4, 2021
Salisbury Park
12010 S. Motsenbocker Road
6 to 10 p.m.

The Town of Parker is really excited to share that staff is working with Tri-County Health on multiple planning options for a scaled back July 4 event.  The Independence Day Celebration planning is currently underway and we are hoping to bring some sort of activity or event to our community for July 4, 2021.  

However, there is no indication, from state and local health authorities or the governor’s office, when mass gatherings of the size that attends the Parker Stars and Stripes Celebration will be allowed.  An event of this nature takes a lot of advance planning and coordination and many of the final plans need to be locked into place three to six months in advance.  Because of the uncertainly of what July will bring, we do not believe it will be possible to have the full-scale Parker Stars and Stripes Celebration our community is accustomed to so staff is hard at work on alternative plans. 

More updates will be given as we begin to get closer to the event and are able to finalize details. 

Parker’s Bike to Work Day September 22, 2021

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Parker Bike to Work Day Breakfast Station – Sept. 22

Recently, the Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) made the decision to move Colorado’s 2021 regional Bike to Work Day to September 22 from the regular date in June.  The Town of Parker is excited to once again host a breakfast station on the Cherry Creek bike path near the USMC CPL David M. Sonka Dog Park and Westcreek Disc Golf Course in conjunction with DRCOG for the 2021 Bike to Work Day on September 22.  The breakfast station will be scaled to what is allowable by state and local health guidelines. 

More updates will be given as we get closer to the event. 

Every year in June, The Town of Parker encourages people to ditch their car and grab your bike for Bike to Work Day!  This year given the unprecedented and constantly evolving impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Denver region’s Bike to Work Day event is postponed until Tuesday, September 22, 2020.

This year our celebration will align with National Bike to Work Day.  The Town of Parker invites you to join the Way to Go team, a program of the Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG), and 25,000 commuters to participate in this great event, which promotes awareness of the benefits of biking!

Whether you’re headed to the workplace, on a family outing, going to a workout or the store, pledge to ride your bike during the week of Sept. 21.  Then, on Sept. 22, make sure to ride by the Town of Parker’s “Ride-by Station” on the Cherry Creek bike path.  Elevation Cycle bike technicians will also be onsite should cyclists need assistance. 

The first 300 cyclists will receive a goodie bag provided by the Town of Parker and our very generous sponsors, Rocky Vista University, Vitalant, Camp Bow Wow, CareNow Urgent Care and Patricia Jo Stone Attorneys at Law!  These goodie bags will be filled with grab-and-go nutrition, a customized Parker face gaiter and other goodies.

Whether you are an avid cyclist that hops on the bike every day or your just trying it out, we hope to see you there! 

Contact Us

For more information please email us or call 303.805.3253.

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For details about this event, visit www.ParkerOnline.org/BiketoWorkDay.

Senior and SilverSneakers® Fitness Programs at the Parker Rec

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The Seniors in Parker are well served by the Parker Recreation Center

Take a look at all of the programs happening for Seniors with the SilverSneakers® Fitness Programs

The Parker Recreation Center and Parker Fieldhouse are members of the SilverSneakers® networks of fitness facilities. Check with the front desk to determine whether your Medicare supplemental health coverage provider participates.

Admission/Membership Fees
Discounted senior (62+) rates are available. View fees for the Parker Recreation Center here. View fees for the Parker Fieldhouse here. Call the Parker Recreation Center at 303.841.4500 or the Parker Fieldhouse at 303.805.6300 for additional information. Senior and SilverSneakers® Fitness Programs

Free with daily admission or membership

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

SilverSneakers Circuit
12:05 – 1 p.m.		Golden Splash
9 – 10:10 a.m.		Silver Sneakers Cardio
12:05 – 1 p.m.		SilverSneakers Classic
12:05 – 1 p.m.		SilverSneakers Cardio
12:05 – 1 p.m.
SilverSneakers Yoga
1:05 – 2 p.m.		SilverSneakers Classic
12:05 – 1 p.m.		Gentle Yoga Plus
1:05 – 2 p.m.		Gentle Yoga
1:05 – 2 p.m.		Gentle Yoga
1:05 – 2 p.m.
 Gentle Pilates
1:05 – 2 p.m.		   

Parker Parks and Recreation is excited to offer two new Arthritis Foundation exercise programs, which are proven to reduce the pain of arthritis and improve overall health.

Parker Parks and Recreation is excited to continue offering Arthritis Foundation exercise programs, which are proven to reduce the pain of arthritis and improve overall health.

The Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program is a low-impact physical activity class that includes gentle range-of-motion exercises suitable for every fitness level and ability. Class begins Jan. 9 and is held Mondays and Fridays from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Fieldhouse, 18700 E. Plaza Dr. The cost for a twelve-week session is $60 for Parker residents and $66 for non-residents.

The Arthritis Foundation’s Walk with Ease program is a six-week class that teaches participants how to safely make physical activity a part of everyday life. In addition to reduced pain and improved health, Walk with Ease is proven to increase balance and strength and build confidence in the ability to be active. Participants meet Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. at the Fieldhouse. The cost is $45 for Parker residents and $50 for non-residents. New sessions begin Jan. 9 and Feb. 20

The Arthritis Foundation’s Aquatic Program is a low-impact water exercise class for those with arthritis and related conditions. Led by a trained instructor, classes focus on joint range of motion, stretching, breathing and light aerobic activities. Registrants meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Recreation Center, 17301 E. Lincoln Ave. Twelve-week sessions are $60 for Parker residents and $65 for non-residents. A new session begins on Jan. 10.

Register online at ParkerRec.com. For additional information about these and other senior fitness and wellness programs, contact Deni at 303.805.3208 or email djacobs@parkeronline.org.

Register online at ParkerRec.com. For additional information about these and other fitness and wellness programs, contact Deni at 303.805.3208 or email djacobs@parkeronline.org.

Senior and SilverSneakers® Fitness Programs
Free with daily admission or membership

ClassDays of the WeekTime
 SilverSneakers Circuit Monday – Friday 12:05 – 1 p.m.
 SilverSneakers Yoga Monday – Friday 1:05 – 2 p.m.

Healthways SilverSneakers Fitness Program
The Parker Recreation Center and Parker Fieldhouse are members of the SilverSneakers networks of fitness facilities. Check with the front desk to determine whether your Medicare supplemental health coverage provider participates.

Group Fitness Classes are free* with your daily admission or membership and include cardio, strength and conditioning, yoga, Pilates, and aqua aerobics classes. A complete Group Fitness schedule can be found here. *Excludes Specialty Fitness Classes.

50+ Weight Room Orientation
Join us for a free weight room orientation with a certified personal trainer. All orientations include a demonstration on the proper use of the equipment, weight room etiquette, and proper equipment safety. This orientation is held monthly at 10 a.m. at the Recreation Center. Call 303.841.4500 for specific dates and for additional information.

Active Aging Adults Fitness Club

The club offers adults 50 years and older a variety of activities to choose from ranging from low-impact aerobics to cycling, strength training, walking, and more.

  • Instructor – Dana Yager
  • Rate – Free with admission or membership
  • Drop-in rate – $4 resident, $6 nonresident
  • Location – Fieldhouse
  • Day/Time – Friday, 9:45-10:45 a.m.

Senior Drop-In
The Parker Fieldhouse offers drop-in activities for active, older adults. Call 303.805.6300 for the week’s schedule.

The Parker Recreation Center and Parker Fieldhouse are members of the SilverSneakers® networks of fitness facilities. Check with the front desk to determine whether your Medicare supplemental health coverage provider participates.

ADULT PICKLEBALL INFO HERE

Tai Chi
18 and older
Lower your stress and raise your body awareness through smooth, flowing movements of Tai Chi. Tai Chi is a great fitness option for seniors, but this class is open to all ages and fitness levels.

  • Instructor Kris Lefler
  • Rate – Free with admission or membership
  • Location – Mainstreet Center
  • Day – Tuesday, 10:35 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Beginner; 11:25 a.m. to Noon Advanced; Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m Beginner; 11:55 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Advanced

Senior Sports

– Drop-in Pickleball

Douglas County Senior Initiative

Douglas County’s senior population is growing rapidly. To plan for this population shift and increased need for services, the partnership of Douglas County governments requests input from senior adult, their caregivers and those approaching retirement age. For additional information about the Douglas county Senior Initiative, visit their website.

Online Survey
In addition to providing input during a community meeting, residents and caregivers are encouraged to complete an online survey.

Fireworks in Douglas County

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Douglas County residents will have the opportunity to watch a high-flying fireworks show Saturday, Aug. 1 following the conclusion of the PRCA Rodeo at the Douglas County Fair & Rodeo. Join in as we celebrate not only the Fair & Rodeo tradition but Colorado Day and the state’s 144th birthday!

The show will blast off at approximately 8:30 p.m. from the top of Santa Fe Quarry west of I-25 above Red Hawk Ridge Golf Course in Castle Rock. Watch the show from your home, or at a nearby location from your vehicle or while socially distanced.

The fireworks will be visible throughout the Interstate 25 corridor, including from within Downtown Castle Rock. If you’re local to Castle Rock, we recommend watching from your own neighborhood if you can.

If you’re visiting for the evening or won’t be able to see the show from your home, here are some of our recommended viewing locations. Please follow any posted parking restrictions and be certain to not block aisles, exits or entrances of parking areas.

  • Douglas County Government public parking areas:
    • Fairgrounds and Event Center – 500 Fairgrounds Drive
    • Philip S. Miller Building – 100 Third Street
    • Justice Center – 4000 Justice Way
    • Human Services Building – 4400 Castleton Court
    • Elections Office – 125 Stephanie Place
  • Castle Rock Service Center – 4175 N. Castleton Court
  • Castle Rock Recreation Center (lower lot) – 2301 Woodlands Blvd.
  • Red Hawk Ridge Golf Course – 2156 Red Hawk Ridge Drive
  • Butterfield Crossing Park (south side) – 3952 W. Butterfield Crossing Drive
  • Bison Park 1390 – Clear Sky Way
  • Castle North Park – 801 Canyon Drive
  • Deputy Zack S. Parrish III Memorial Park – 2020 Fiddle Road
  • Festival Park – 300 Second St.
  • Metzler Ranch Community Park – 4175 Trail Boss Drive
  • Pedestrian bridge over Wolfensberger Road

The display was designed while working closely with law enforcement agencies in the County, as well as Castle Rock Fire and Rescue.

All shows are weather and fire-restriction-dependent.  Due to COVID-19-related health and safety concerns surrounding large gatherings, officials ask that you watch the fireworks remotely and practice social distancing.

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Summer Events in Parker – Most Postponed or Canceled due to Covid-19

Parker Farmers Market 

Held weekly Mothers Day through October, the 60 booth Parker Farmers Market fills Mainstreet on Summer Sundays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The market sells fresh produce, bakery goods, and other food products along with many handcrafted items and ready to eat food. Venture out and enjoy the atmosphere of downtown Parker, local shops, and the great Farmers market fare. Mainstreet will be closed on Sundays during the market.

Parker Wine Walk

The last Friday of each month you can join the Parker Chamber on Mainstreet for a fun evening of wine sampling, meeting the shopkeepers on Mainstreet and getting to know your neighbors.

Movies in the Park 

The Parker Chamber’s FREE Movies in the Park series kicks off in July at O’Brien Park. Movies are rated G and open to the public. Entertainment begins at 6:30 p.m., with the movie beginning at dusk.

Free Concerts at Discovery Park 

A new venue for the free summer concerts sponsored by Parker Arts. This new park located at the Library is host to the concerts in the park this year. Parking is available at the library and across the street at the PACE Center.

Parker Days Festival

Parker Days runs Thursday sneak-peek through Sunday the 2nd weekend of June.

July 4th Stars & Stripes Celebration

Celebrate Independence Day with the Town of Parker at Salisbury Park on July 4 from 6 to 10 p.m. Come and enjoy family fun including live music and free children’s games and activities. Live music and festive concessions will be available and the grand fireworks display will begin at 9:30 p.m. The event is free and on-site parking will be available for $5, cash only. For more information about the event, parking, maps, event programs and suggestions on fireworks-viewing locations

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Parker Brewfest 2020

2021 Parker Brewfest |TBD
SOLD OUT

Downtown Parker, Colorado
O’Brien Park

Hosted by the Cherry Creek Valley Rotary Club of Parker, this is our largest fundraiser where 100% proceeds go to various charities.

With admission, you enjoy unlimited sample-sized pours!

Disclaimers:

* This is a 21+ Event only; no children are allowed
* No Smoking Please
* No Pets Please
* This is a rain or shine event and all sales are final
* Ticket Transfer Deadline: Wednesday, September 23rd 2020 7pm

Art in the Park

Come downtown to O’Brien Park for the Parker Artists Guild’s Art in the Park event in August 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. At Art in the Park, you’ll enjoy entries from more than 100 local and regional artists with a variety of works, including photography, pottery, glass, wood, jewelry, all painting media and much more. Admission is free and there will be an art station for kids, food, and entertainment. More information on the guild can be found here.

Barker Days 

Celebrate the dog days of summer at Barker Days 2019 on Saturday, September 7, 2019 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. During this annual fun-filled event, H2O’Brien Pool and O’Brien Park will go to the dogs! The event will feature a temporary dog park in the O’Brien Park ball field and H2O’Brien Pool! The event will also feature dog-related vendors.

Roller Skating at the Fieldhouse

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2020 Saturday Skate Night Dates

Dates: January 11, February 8, March 7 and April 18
Time: 5:30 to 9 p.m,
Location: Fieldhouse
Rate: $4 for Parker residents, $5 for non-residents — non-skating adults are FREE!
Skate Night admission does not include other Fieldhouse venues or special facility events that include skating.

Grab some friends and bring your roller skates or blades to the Parker Fieldhouse on select Saturday nights for Skate Night! Participants can skate around the inline rink, listen to great, family-friendly music and play games. This is a time designated for open skating with no hockey allowed. Skate Nights are great events for skaters of all ages or teens who are looking for something to do on a Saturday night!

Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult while at the Fieldhouse. Participants must bring their own skates. Skate Night admission does not include other Fieldhouse venues. Confirm schedule by calling 303.805.6300.

Parker Fieldhouse

Parker Fieldhouse

18700 E. Plaza Drive
Parker, CO 80134
Ph: 303.805.6300

Brenda Mooney
Events Coordinator
Email Brenda Mooney
Ph: 303.805.6309

Love em or Leave em Valentines Day 5K or 10K Run/Walk

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Parker Parks and Recreation will help you embrace the holiday or run from Cupid, either way, Valentine’s Day 5K is a great community event.

Will you embrace the holiday full of heart or run from Cupid? Either way, the Love ’em or Leave ’em Valentine’s Day 5K/10K is the signature run/walk of the Parker Parks and Recreation Run Series and is a fun and festive workout!

Valentines Day 5K 2020

Date: Feb. 8, 2020
Time: 10K: 10 a.m. 5K: 10:05 a.m.
Location: Bar CCC Park, 10951 Twenty Mile Rd.
10K Cost: $35-$50
5K Cost: $25-$40
Register early for the best price! Online registration closes Feb. 5 at noon.

Part of the Parker Parks and Recreation Run Series, this event is professionally timed. All participants who register by Jan. 21 are guaranteed their long-sleeve T-shirt size. All registered participants are invited to enjoy a delicious post-race pancake breakfast and a chance to win prizes. The overall male/female finishers, as well as the top three finishers in each of the following divisions of the 5K and 10K will be awarded: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60+. All results are determined using “gun time,” meaning the timing starts simultaneously for all participants in the category. The FREE Kids’ Dash follows the race for children 8 and under; no registration necessary.

Race Courses

The Love ’em or Leave ’em Valentine’s Day 5K/10K is held at Bar CCC Park. View a detailed map to find routes, parking, water stations and more.

Race Packet Pickup

Packet Pickup will be available at RNK Running & Walking, 13019 S. Parker Rd, on Thursday, Feb. 6 from 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday, Feb. 7 from 11 a.m. to 6:50 p.m. or onsite at the event, beginning at 9 a.m.

Volunteer Opportunities

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 Mooney at bmooney@parkeronline.org with volunteer questions.

Additional Information

Register for the event here (RunningGuru.com). 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. For registration questions, please email Sarah Armsbury at sarmsbury@parkeronline.org or call 303.805.3273. For sponsorship information, please email Jaime Vollertsen at jvollertsen@parkeronline.org or call 303.805.3267.

Enjoy photos from events on the Parks and Recreation Facebook page.

Valentines Day 5K / 10K Event Location
Bar CCC Park
10951 Twenty Mile Road
Parker, CO 80134

The 2020 Parker Parks and Recreation Run Series includes the Love ‘em or Leave ‘em Valentine’s Day 5K/10K, the Cattle Crossing 5K & Family Fun Trek, the So Long to Summer 5K/10K, the Family Fun Trek and the Turkey Day 5K Fun Run/Walk on Thanksgiving Day 2020.

Rueter-Hess Reservoir

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Celebrate the trails at Rueter-Hess Reservoir; join National Trails Day June 2

 Celebrate National Trails Day at Rueter-Hess Reservoir. Get the chance to explore the scenic reservoir from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 2. The reservoir will be open for hiking and paddling recreational opportunities.

 Guided hikes will be taking place every 60 minutes from 9 to 11 a.m. The hikes will be between 1 mile and 3 miles round trip. The guided hikes will be limited to 30 participants, so registration is recommended. Or, feel free to take a self-guided hike along the 1-mile route. Please keep in mind these are not delineated trails, so bikes and strollers will not be allowed. Additionally, dogs will not be permitted at the reservoir.

 New in 2018 – get a chance to paddle on the reservoir as part of the celebration. Bring your own paddleboard, canoe or kayak. Rentals will also be available. Registration is required, and participants who bring their own watercraft will need to have it inspected by a certified Colorado Parks and Wildlife inspector. Inspections will be from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.

 Head to CRgov.com/trailsday for registration or more information. There will be a fee of $5 per vehicle and $10 for each watercraft.

The American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day is a nationally recognized trail awareness program that takes place annually on the first Saturday in June. The program is intended to inspire the public to discover, learn about and celebrate trails.

Rueter-Hess Reservoir is located on Hess Road about 1 mile east of Interstate-25 and the Castle Pines Parkway exit. The Town is teaming up with the Rueter-Hess Recreation Authority – which includes the City of Lone Tree, City of Castle Pines, Town of Castle Rock, Town of Parker, Parker Water and Sanitation District and Douglas County – to determine potential outdoor activities for the reservoir.

Currently, the reservoir is open for recreational programming and special events through both the Town of Castle Rock’s and the Town of Parker’s Parks and Recreation departments. Further development will open opportunities for residents to enjoy hiking, biking and non-motorized boating on a regular basis. However, the entire plan will take up to six years to complete. For now, registering for events like National Trails Day is a great way to utilize the reservoir recreationally.

More information about the recreational master plan developed for the reservoir is available at CRgov.com/RueterHessRec. 

Questions about National Trails Day? Contact Natural Resource Specialist Barbara Spagnuolo at BSpagnuolo@CRgov.com. Or, get more information at CRgov.com/trailsday.

Rueter-Hess Recreation Planning

rueter hess reservoir parker colorado recreation visionF.A.Q.’s about the Rueter-Hess Reservoir in Parker Colorado

When will Rueter-Hess Reservoir be done?

The construction of Rueter-Hess Reservoir is complete. The expansion from 16,200 acre-feet to 72,000 acre-feet was completed in March 2012. The dam rises 185 feet above the bedrock and the reservoir will encompass 1170 acres, which is about one and half times the size of Cherry Creek Reservoir.

Where is Rueter-Hess Reservoir located?

It is located about three miles southwest of downtown Parker on Newlin Gulch, which is a tributary drainage of Cherry Creek.

How will Rueter-Hess be used?

The primary purpose of the Rueter-Hess Reservoir is drinking water storage for the Partner Districts in this massive project.  However, recreational uses are currently being explored!

Rueter-Hess Reservoir is a Long-Term Solution

Rueter-Hess Reservoir will serve the District’s ongoing water needs and solve its long-term water shortage problem.

For more information please contact:
Susan Saint Vincent – Director of Business Solutions
18100 E Woodman Drive
Parker, CO 80134
Ph: 303-841-4627

Hours:Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.