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This Week's Top Kid-Friendly Events near Broomfield: October 18 - 24!

October 17, 2024

Here are Macaroni KID Broomfield's picks for the top things to do in and near Broomfield, Erie, Lafayette, Louisville, and Superior neighborhoods (plus some worth the drive!) with kids from Oct. 18 - 24, 2024.

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Ongoing Events & Reminders:
Terror in the Corn at Anderson Farms

4th Annual Erie Bookmark Contest


Saturday, October 18 Kids Nite Out: Secret Agent Night
Paul Derda Recreation Center (PDRC) | Broomfield

This week’s featured activities include:

  • Decoder Challenge
  • Laser Tag Arena
  • Flag Football
  • Tug of War Challenge
  • Spy Scavenger Hunt

Cost: $15 / Child / Registration Required


Saturday, October 19: Hidden Stories of Waneka Lake
Broomfield Plaza | Broomfield 
Waneka Lake and nearby Open Spaces have an amazing story to tell – one of pioneers and power plants, wildlife and waterways, farming, families, and much more. Take a 1.2 mile walk with staff and volunteers from Lafayette Open Space, Historical Society, and Senior Center to learn the rich history of Waneka Lake and nearby Open Spaces. Ages 10 and older. Reservations required.

Cost: FREE | Registration Required


Saturday, October 19 2024 Westy Fest
Waneka Lake Park | Lafayette 

Bring the whole family to kick off the fall season at our FREE fall festival with carnival games, trick-or-treating, a spectacular hot air balloon glow, live musical performances by local bands, food trucks, jumping castles, and more. You can even pick out the perfect pumpkin at the pumpkin patch!

Cost: FREE | Event Vendors Present


Saturday, October 19 Aspen Ridge Fall Fest
Aspen Ridge Preparatory School | Erie

Family fun, games and more with Aspen Ridge!

Cost: Fall Fest Booth Tickets $5/10 tickets. Meal Tickets are $5/meal and include a hotdog, chips and drink.


Sunday, October 20: Bug-A-Boo Trick-or-Treating at Butterfly Pavilion
Butterfly Pavilion | Westminster

Get ready for a spook-tacular time at Bug-A-Boo, Butterfly Pavilion’s annual Halloween extravaganza! Butterfly Pavilion is the perfect size for kids of all ages, offering a manageable adventure that lets them roam freely while parents enjoy peace of mind. But this isn’t just about Trick-or-Treating — it's a chance to blend Halloween fun with an educational twist, where your family can discover fascinating invertebrates along the way. Make memories, learn something new, and experience Halloween like never before at Bug-A-Boo!

Cost: $0 - $15.95




Macaroni KID Broomfield & Beyond would like to thank our wonderful sponsors Dance Arts Studio for bringing our Top Events to you this week.