Family events in Centennial, CO

The Karter Karnival Festival brings families to Karter School of Parker for a community celebration featuring bounce houses and carnival games, yoga with goats, face painting and balloon art, live DJs alongside family entertainment, food trucks and snack vendors, local business booths, and giveaways. Admission is $5 per child, and adults attend free. For more information, call 720-446-1861 or email parker@karterschools.com.

This beloved community gathering captures the feel of summer, shifting from golden-hour sunshine to a starry evening. Guests relax to live performances by local musicians and sample delicious food from the area, creating an easygoing atmosphere as day turns to night.

Neon Nights transforms Slick City Southlands into a glow-filled playground. Slide through fog, try glow face paint, pick up glow bracelets, and experience the park’s attractions under vibrant neon lights. Wearing a glow-in-the-dark outfit is encouraged to light up the experience. Tickets are available in advance or at the door.

Discover fresh Colorado produce and handmade goods at the Highlands Ranch Farmers’ Market in the heart of Highlands Ranch Town Center. Meet local growers, enjoy ready-to-eat bites, and spend time with the community in an inviting open-air setting. The market operates outdoors and continues rain or shine. SNAP benefits are accepted with EBT at all locations in this market family, helping make farm-fresh options more accessible. Free parking is available in the Town Center Parking Garage. Vendor participation is managed by the Metro Denver Farmers’ Market team, and HRCA does not handle vendor selection. Those interested in selling can find application information on the Metro Denver Farmers’ Market website.

This session provides a quiet, low-stimulation setting for children and their caregivers. Attendance is limited to six participants to keep the experience unhurried. Overhead lights remain off to create a soothing environment, and gentle instrumental music plays softly in the background. It is an interactive time for parent and child to take part together, and a guardian is expected to be on the floor with their child.

This back-to-school workshop offers the choice to participate in one day or both days. It will be held at Littleton Ballet Academy.

Summer Movie Express comes back to Regal SouthGlenn with $1 admission and two PG-rated selections available each Monday through Thursday. The lineup rotates weekly. During Week 11, the featured films are The Sandlot (1993) and Muppets: Treasure Island (1996).

Neighbors to the south are inviting attendees to a recurring summer food truck gathering held each month. Savor tasty bites and enjoy time at the playground. The list of participating trucks will be shared monthly as details come in. Pack picnic chairs and blankets to relax and make the most of the pleasant evenings.

Babies and toddlers younger than two can take part in a therapist-led playgroup at NAPA Center Denver. Occupational, physical, and speech therapy professionals guide themed play that helps build motor skills, early communication, and sensory learning. Caregivers have opportunities to connect while little ones explore at a pace that feels comfortable in a welcoming setting. The group is open to all families, and siblings may attend. It is well suited for children with a variety of developmental needs who benefit from gentle guidance and supportive structure.

Kick off the school year with a school-wide play date at Kids Wonder. Attendees can take advantage of discounted admission at $13 per child and $2 per adult. Pizza will be served during the event.