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This Week's Top Kid-Friendly Events near Longmont: Oct 4-10!

October 3, 2025

Macaroni KID Longmont's picks for the top things to do in and near Longmont, Frederick, Niwot, and Lyons neighborhoods (plus some worth the drive!).

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Ongoing Events & Reminders:

Saturday, October 4: Home Depot Workshop
Home Depot

Join in between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last.

Cost: FREE


Saturday, October 4: Thornton Harvest Fest
Carpenter Park | Thornton

Enjoy a KID ZONE, pumpkin decorating, magic show, music, family games, touch a truck, food and market vendors plus MORE!

Cost: FREE | Vendors On-Site


Sunday, October 5: Bal Swan Touch A Truck
Anthem Community Park | Broomfield

Join us for a high-energy, hands-on day where kids can climb, explore, and discover all kinds of big rigs—from fire engines to construction trucks. Meet local heroes, enjoy family-friendly fun and snap tons of adorable photos.

Cost: FREE


Thursday, October 9: Carbon Valley Youth Biz Academy for Young Entrepreneurs
Carbon Valley Regional Library | Firestone

Youth Biz Academy for Young Entrepreneurs, for ages 12 to 18, is an exciting and empowering youth program designed to unleash the entrepreneurial spirit within each participant. In this immersive experience, you will embark on a journey to learn the ins and outs of entrepreneurship, from forming business teams to mastering the art of finances.

Cost: FREE | Registration Required


Thursday, October 9: Carbon Valley ScienceFun
Carbon Valley Regional Library | Firestone

Learn science through activities, games and experiments designed for children ages 8 to 10 years old in 3rd and 4th grade.

Cost: FREE | Registration Required



Macaroni KID Longmont would like to thank our wonderful sponsors for bringing our Top Events to you this week.