Winter doesn’t have to mean staying indoors — especially in Colorado.
Whether you have toddlers, school-aged kids, or teens, Northern Colorado offers endless opportunities for outdoor fun, cozy indoor adventures, and memory-making.
Here are the best winter activities for families near Fort Collins, Loveland, Golden, and Denver.
❄️ 1. Winter Walks + Lights for Little Ones
- Old Town Fort Collins Holiday Lights
- Downtown Golden Holiday Walks
- Downtown Loveland Light Displays
Even a 20-minute walk under the lights can make a winter night magical for kids.
⛸️ 2. Outdoor Ice Skating
- The Rink at Skyline Park – Denver
🔗 https://www.downtowndenver.com/event/ice-rink/ - The Promenade Shops Ice Rink – Loveland
🔗 https://www.thepromenadeshopsatcentera.com/
☕ 3. Cozy Indoor Adventures
- Children’s Museum of Denver
🔗 https://www.mychildsmuseum.org/ - Fort Collins Museum of Discovery
🔗 https://www.fcmod.org/
Indoor spaces = warm, playful, creative, and perfect for cold days.
🛷 4. Sledding Hills for Energy Burn
- City Park (Fort Collins)
- Mehaffey Park (Loveland)
- Jeffco sledding spots near Golden
Always check conditions and choose gentle hills for younger kids.
❄️ 5. Build “Slow Moments” Into Winter
Kids (and parents) benefit from quiet, grounded time:
- hot cocoa and a holiday book
- puzzle nights
- baking together
- cozy evening drives to look at lights
It’s as good for their nervous systems as it is for yours.
💛 A Note From Impact Chiropractic
Family activities are more fun when your body feels supported. If winter cold, travel, or long days leave you stiff, tight, or tired, our clinics in Fort Collins, Golden, and Cherry Hills Village are here to help.
Disclaimer: This blog is for general information only. Always check weather updates and event status before attending.
