Things to do with kids in Littleton, CO
Checked · All times are local Mountain Time (Littleton time)
Coming up in Littleton: Gobble Wobble Run (Nov 26), Trail of Lights at Chatfield Farms (from Nov 21), Hudson Holidays at Hudson Gardens (from Nov 27) and 1 more event. 8 always-open places. Prices and hours come from each official site.
Thanksgiving events in Littleton
Gobble Wobble Run
- When
- Thu, Nov 26 · Starts 8:30am
- Cost
- Registration required
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
Family-friendly Thanksgiving morning 5K at Clement Park, running since 2010, open to all ages and abilities.
✓ Checked Oct 25, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Christmas & holiday events: Santa and lights
Trail of Lights at Chatfield Farms
- When
- Sat, Nov 21 – Sun, Jan 3 (Closed Nov 26, Nov 30, Dec 1, Dec 7, Dec 8 and Dec 25; public tickets on sale Nov 9) · 5–8:30pm
- Cost
- Timed tickets (prices to be announced)
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
A mile-long walking trail of holiday lights on the farm.
✓ Checked Oct 25, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Hudson Holidays at Hudson Gardens
- When
- Fri, Nov 27 – Sun, Jan 3 (Nov 27–Jan 3; free Santa photos through Dec 23) · 5–9pm (Dec 24 until 7pm)
- Cost
- Dated tickets: adults $20, seniors $18, youth (3–12) $15, 2 and under free
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
Holiday lights through the gardens with a lighted maze and selfie stop with Santa. Tickets on sale Nov 9 (presale Nov 6–8).
✓ Checked Oct 25, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Storytimes
All-Ages Storytime at Bemis Public Library
- When
- Thu, Nov 12 – Thu, Dec 17 (Thursdays (two sessions)) · 9:30–10am & 10:30–11am
- Cost
- Library program
- Ages
- All ages · Indoor
In-person all-ages storytime in the Cloud Forest. Bemis also offers Toddler Storytime (Tuesdays) and Baby Storytime (Wednesdays).
✓ Checked Oct 25, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Always-open family places
Most popular first: zoos, aquariums and museums, then nature spots, parks and libraries. Prices come from each official site; "Not stated" means the site doesn't list one.
Hudson Gardens
- Price
- Free garden admission (sunrise to sunset)
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Hudson Holidays lights are ticketed separately
✓ Price verified Oct 25, 2026 · source
Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms
- Price
- Adult $14 · Child $7 (child 3-15)
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
2026 fact-sheet prices; 2 and under free. Trail of Lights is ticketed separately
✓ Price verified Oct 25, 2026 · source
Littleton Museum
- Price
- Free
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Living-history farms; Tue–Sat 9am–5pm, Sun 11am–5pm
✓ Price verified Oct 25, 2026 · source
Chatfield State Park
- Price
- Daily vehicle pass $12–$17; individual daily pass $4
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Open daily 5am–10pm
✓ Price verified Oct 25, 2026 · source
Carson Nature Center
- Price
- Not stated. See the official site.
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Nature center in South Platte Park; closed Mondays and holidays
✓ Details checked Oct 25, 2026 on the official website
Deer Creek Canyon Park
- Price
- Not stated. See the official site.
- Best for
- Ages 5–17+ (our guidance)
Jeffco Open Space foothills park with hiking trails (best for older kids; watch for rattlesnakes); open one hour before sunrise to one hour after sunset; check trail-closure alerts (Plymouth Creek work through November)
Clement Park
- Price
- Not stated. See the official site.
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Large Foothills park with an inclusive playground, Johnston Reservoir trails and courts; restrooms near the inclusive playground kept open dawn to dusk in winter when possible
Bemis Public Library
- Price
- Not stated. See the official site.
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Free weekly storytimes (baby, toddler and all-ages); see the library calendar
✓ Details checked Oct 25, 2026 on the official website
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do with kids in Littleton this weekend?
Hudson Gardens, Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms and Littleton Museum are open most days, but we don't have a Littleton event listed for this weekend (Oct 30–Nov 1). Next up: Gobble Wobble Run (Nov 26) and Trail of Lights at Chatfield Farms (Nov 21).
What time is trick-or-treating in Littleton?
Sunset on Halloween in Littleton is at 5:59 p.m. Littleton doesn't list official trick-or-treat hours, so plan around dusk.
What are free things to do with kids in Littleton?
These are free according to their official sites: 2 places in Littleton, including Hudson Gardens and Littleton Museum.
Where can kids play indoors in Littleton when it's cold or snowy?
Bemis Public Library is the indoor place we list in Littleton.
What Thanksgiving events can I take my kids to in Littleton?
We list 1 Thanksgiving event in Littleton: Gobble Wobble Run (Thu, Nov 26). Our Thanksgiving weekend guide for the Denver area has more nearby.
When and where can kids see Santa in Littleton?
We list 1 event with Santa in Littleton: Hudson Holidays at Hudson Gardens (Nov 27 – Jan 3). Our Santa guide for the Denver area has more nearby.
Where can I take my kids to see Christmas lights in Littleton?
We list 2 holiday light events in Littleton: Trail of Lights at Chatfield Farms (Nov 21 – Jan 3) and Hudson Holidays at Hudson Gardens (Nov 27 – Jan 3). Our holiday lights guide for the Denver area has more nearby.
Are there storytimes or regular kids' programs in Littleton?
We list 1 everyday program in Littleton: All-Ages Storytime at Bemis Public Library (Thursdays, two sessions).
What is there to do with toddlers in Littleton?
We list 5 places in Littleton that welcome kids under 2, including Hudson Gardens, Chatfield State Park and Carson Nature Center. See all 5 above. Age ranges for places are our own guidance.
How much do Littleton family attractions cost?
Prices from the official sites for 2 places in Littleton: Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms (adult $14, kids 3–15 $7) and Chatfield State Park (Daily vehicle pass $12–$17). Confirm before you go; prices change.
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