• Arapahoe Ridge Park in Boulder Colorado girl climbing through rock caves
    Nature Play Area,  Neighborhood Parks,  Parks

    Did You Know There’s A Cave Park in Boulder?!

    Call them caves, call them tunnels, call it the “hide and go seek” park…whatever you call it, your kids will love Arapahoe Ridge Park in Boulder! You won’t need all of the fancy play equipment as they will crawl around and through and in and out the whole time you’re there. This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional cost to you. Arapahoe Ridge Park Logistics Address: 1220 Eisenhower Drive, Boulder, CO 80303 Bathroom: Unfortunately, no. If you need a rest stop, there are some fast food options and gas stations available closeby on Arapahoe…

  • Denver Aquarium Playground Whale indoor play area open 2020
    Away from Home,  Indoor Activities,  Themed Parks

    Free Playground at the Denver Aquarium?!

    Exciting news! There is a playground at the Denver Aquarium that doesn’t require admission to the full exhibit! Sharkey’s Fun Zone will bring joy to every little marine life fan. Your child will be running from shark to whale to even a game of hopscotch within minutes! The play area is located outside of the Aquarium Restaurant, best accessed through the gift shop. This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional cost to you. Address: 700 Water St, Denver, CO 80211 Age Recommendations: Children ages 8 and younger (under 48″) will enjoy the Denver Aquarium’s…

  • Broomfield Paul Derda playground
    Away from Home,  Indoor Activities

    Paul Derda Playground brings Colorado fun!

    In true Colorado fashion, it was 75 degrees yesterday and a snowy 20 degrees today so we decided to try out the Paul Derda playground! The play area is inside the Recreation Center making it a perfect spot to meet friends on cold (or very hot) days. This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional cost to you. Address: 13201 Lowell Blvd, Broomfield, CO 80020 Age Recommendations: This is a fantastic place to take your toddlers and preschoolers! Maximum age allowed at the Paul Derda playground is 7 years old. For hours of operation, cost…

  • Denver-Premium-Outlets-Park-entrance
    Parks

    The Slide at the Denver Premium Outlets Playground…Oh My!

    A little over a year ago, the Denver Premium Outlets opened in Thornton, Colorado. Living nearby, I watched as the signs went up, hoping to see some favorite brands or exciting new stores. What I didn’t expect to see was the “oh my goodness that is way too high” slide and incredible play area! The Denver Premium Outlets Playground…some may come for the shopping and stop to play, while others like me will come to play and stop to shop. 😉 This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional cost to you. Address: 13801 Grant…

  • Cherry Creek Mall Denver Playground t-rex
    Away from Home,  Indoor Activities

    Prehistoric Fun at the Cherry Creek Mall

    As we near the winter season, I want to share a great place to play indoors! Thanks to the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, Cherry Creek mall has a perfect “Dinosaur Gulch” for your little ones! This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional cost to you. Address: 15 S Steele St, Denver, CO 80209 (The play area is in front of the entrance to Macy’s.) Age Recommendations: This play area is best for ages 1 to 5. Kids older than that may enjoy climbing on the T-Rex but otherwise will find it less…