Family events in Greeley, CO

Get ready for a fun outdoor adventure for kids ages 5 to 7. This Park Discovery Day features games, activities, and creative challenges as kids explore two different parks with drop-off and pick-up at the Milliken Athletic Complex. Please bring a packed lunch, closed-toe shoes, and clothes that can get messy.

Participating businesses across Downtown Greeley showcase work by artists and creatives from many disciplines, offering hands-on moments, installations, and live happenings that encourage visitors to explore art in different forms while supporting local shops. This recurring first Friday celebration of local talent is presented in partnership with Downtown Greeley, the City of Greeley, and the Greeley Creative District. Additional details will be shared as plans are finalized.

Food & Flick is back for 2026 with a summer evening of food trucks, family fun, and outdoor movies under the stars. Watch a double feature on the new LED screens with closed captioning. The lineup includes Big Hero 6 at 6:00 PM and The Iron Giant at 8:00 PM, plus dinner, dessert, and drinks available for a fun night out.

Conquest Classic Cars hosts the 6th Annual Summer Car Show, welcoming classic vehicles for a day of raffles, awards, and food in a family-friendly setting. Registration is required for vehicle entries and costs $20, which includes a gift bag, one raffle entry with prizes provided by local sponsors, a barbecue lunch, and eligibility to compete for trophies in designated award categories. Spectators are welcome to enjoy the show at no charge at the Conquest Classic Cars showroom.

Kids in kindergarten through eighth grade can build football fundamentals at a fun camp at University High School. Instruction is provided by University High School football coaches and athletes, with drills focused on running, throwing, and catching. Each registration helps support the school's football program. Parents and fans are welcome to cheer on their favorite young players. The camp is open to elementary students in grades K through 5 and to middle schoolers in grades 6 through 8. The fee is $30, and participants can get active and show their Junior Bulldog spirit.

Join this in-person make-and-take class to plant and take home your very own glass jar terrarium. You will get guided instructions with help from the greenhouse staff, plus everything you need like terrarium plants, potting soil, decorative moss, and care information. The class also includes one select drink, either a beer from High Hops or a cocktail from The Heart. All ages are welcome.

At Centennial Park Library, ten teams of two race to finish a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle, with prizes and bragging rights at stake. The event brings together friendly competition, teamwork, and plenty of puzzle-solving excitement. Registration is required for both members of each team, and participants must be ages 10 and up.

Explore a collection of mini masterpieces created by local teens in the Collaboration Space at LINC Library. Browse the small-scale artworks, celebrate the creativity on display, and cast a vote for the piece that stands out to you.

This interactive storytime is tailored for children ages 18 months to 3 years and their caregivers. It features storytelling, songs, and playful activities that build early literacy and nurture a love of reading. Each child leaves with a simple craft to take home.

Designed for ages 12 to 18, this one-shot Dungeons and Dragons session invites players into the whimsical theme park of Cappy's Happy Kingdom, run by Cornelius “Cappy” Capybara. Step into the shoes of a guest, concierge, or park employee and unravel curious park troubles like runaway roller coasters, enchanted photo spots that turn visitors to stone, and collectible merchandise causing chaos. No prior D&D experience is needed. The adventure takes place at Centennial Park Library.

Children read aloud to calm, quiet therapy dogs who listen patiently. This relaxed experience helps young readers feel more comfortable and grow their confidence with reading.

Create imaginative projects with LEGO bricks at hands-on sessions that take place on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month. Each meetup features a monthly build challenge, with all bricks provided so you can focus on creativity. Ideal for children ages 6 and up, and accompanying adults are welcome too.

Pre-teens (ages 9 to 11) can join a youth hiking club adventure featuring new trails and chances to see waterfalls, wildlife, and mountain views. For this session, hikers will head out to explore the Mariana Butte Trail Systems and hike the Hogback Trail. Participants meet at 9:00 AM at the Milliken Athletic Complex and return around 12:00 PM. Come ready with a packed lunch, a daypack, sturdy shoes, water, and sun protection.

Learn trending dances in a relaxed, drop-in setting at the LINC Library Innovation Center. The session breaks down popular steps into simple parts, sets them to music, and includes practice time with plenty of encouragement. No experience is required. Bring your energy and get ready to move. Open to tweens and teens.

Bring your chess skills to a youth Chess Club for ages 6 to 18. It’s a relaxed session where participants can practice strategy, play friendly matches, and meet other young players. All skill levels are welcome, and there’s no registration required, though space depends on program capacity.

GSCA Specialties is a dog conformation event taking place over two days. The event will be held at Island Grove Regional Park at the 14th Ave and D Street area.

Head to Island Grove Regional Park for the Mile-Hi Golden Retriever Club dog show. There will be judging by Diana J. Wilson, Linda Willard, and Lora L. Seale.