Kid-Freindly Activities
Here are some ideas of things to do with Kids!
Please Note that due to COVID-19, not everything on this page may be available. We recommend calling businesses to find out what they are offering during the current times. We are also recommending to checkout www.gobreck.com as they are updating their website frequently with events and things to do in town!
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Check out this blog of the Top 10 Kid-Friendly Winter Activities!
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Sledding at Carter Park: Breckenridge’s sledding hill is located just a few blocks from the heart of town and offers thrills for kids of all ages. The park offers old-fashioned sledding which means participants walk-up the hill before sledding down. The views at the top are stunning. You’ll have to bring your own sled so either check your rental for a freebie or pick one up at one of the local grocery stores. (Feel free to ask us to borrow one also...if we have any spares we are happy to lend you one! Please just give us a bit of notice so we can leave it out for you!)
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Dog Sledding: Good Times Adventure Tours is one of the most respected ‘working dog’ kennels in the country. The team operates a stunning 6-mile relay tour along an idyllic winding trail just a few miles north of town. Dog Sledding is one of a kind experience and is a must-do for any family winter trip to Breckenridge. The best part- you get to be the musher! Children as young as five can take the helm of the sled or ride along as mom or dad “drive.”
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These huskies love to work and play, and the guides are very informative (and super cool too). Don’t forget to book early; these tours fill up quickly!
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Local’s Tip: There is no cell service at Good Times and the cold can quickly zap a phone battery – so if you have a ‘real’ camera, bring it! Otherwise, come with a charged phone and use a handwarmer to help the battery along.
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Scenic Cat Tour: Enjoy Breckenridge’s breathtaking scenery from the warmth of a heated snowcat at the Breckenridge Nordic Center. You’ll meet at the lodge of the Breckenridge Nordic Center where you can enjoy a beverage by the fireplace before being whisked away in a state of the art Prinoth Snowcat designed by Pinifarina in Italy. As you leave the warmth of the nordic center, you’ll love the heated, all-glass cabin that provides big views of the forest, trail system, and ten-mile range. Your guide will share antidotes about local history and wildlife as you head down the trail. If you look closely, you might even spot wildlife during your trip. One of the highlights of the tour includes a stop at an old mining cabin for hot chocolate and smores by the wood-burning fireplace. The tour offers sweeping views of the Breckenridge Ski Resort and is a great way for non-skiers/snowboards to enjoy the snow.
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Gondola Ride:
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Even if some or all your family doesn’t ski or snowboard, a ride in the Free BreckConnect Gondola from town to the ski area’s Peak 8 base is still a must for any family winter trip to Breckenridge. Access the gondola from town near Breck’s transit center for a 20+ minute round trip over Cucumber Gulch, a high-alpine wetland preserve (keep your eyes out for Moose – they love to hang out here). Take in stunning views of the town and the entire valley. You can get off at the Peak 7 or 8 base areas for hot chocolate and people watching.
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Local’s Tip: The cabins aren’t heated, so be sure to dress warm!
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Ride the Free Bus!: Kids LOVE riding the bus through town. If you are looking for something to do where you can sit and it will keep the kiddos entertained, this is a great option! There is also a Free Main Street Trolley they may really enjoy! You can check out schedules at https://www.breckfreeride.com/routes-schedules
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Ice Skating: Breckenridge has a great facility at the Steven C West Ice Arena. With a variety of fun programs and public ice skating (you can even try Curling!), you’re sure to please everyone in the group. Public skate times are an affordable way to spend an afternoon or evening.
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Sleigh Rides: Sleigh Rides are a gentle, cozy way to travel through the scenic White River National Forest Breckenridge calls home. Choose from scenic sleigh rides with hot cocoa, dinner sleigh rides under the stars or even rides that feature dinner and a show with Golden Horseshoe Tours. Kids will love admiring the large horses, and adults can take it easy and enjoy the views snuggled under a warm blanket.
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Local’s Tip: A clear night under the stars in the mountains is not to be missed, but they usually bring colder temperatures. Make sure everyone has hats, gloves and warm boots to go along with winter coats.
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Historic Gold Mine Tour:
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Founded in 1877 Country Boy Mine is one of the oldest and most famous mines located in Summit County. Early in its 100-year history, the County Boy Mine was known for gold and silver production and later earned national fame by producing large amounts of high-grade lead and zinc for use in World War I and World War II. Today, the mine offers daily tours, gold panning, and interactive ways to experience history.
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Local’s Tip: Country Boy Mine is 1,000 ft underground where the mine tunnels are a chilly 45 degrees year-round. Dress warmly and wear sturdy walking shoes.
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Breckenridge Rec Center: The Rec Center is a great choice for those extra-cold days during your Breck vacation. The renovated 88,000 square foot Breckenridge Recreation Center offers a variety of athletic and community activities rarely found in a community of this size. There is a great youth wing with indoor playground along with the Bearly Big Childcare Program. Throughout the winter, the center is open daily.
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Shopping: Kids will have fun popping in at Peak-A-Boo Toys or Magical Scraps
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Ready Paint Fire: Stop by Ready Paint Fire any time for canvas painting, mosaic art or pottery painting. Check the studio’s calendar for evening pottery and glass fusing workshops and make a night of it—bring a pizza and order wine or beer from the onsite concessions while you design your masterpieces.
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Escape Rooms or Virtual Reality Arcade: Choose from three family-friendly themes at Mountain Time Escape Rooms (add on holograms or computer-generated imagery). Join friends or strangers in a locked room at Escape Room Breckenridge and pool your wits to solve riddles and uncover clues in a race against time. Don state-of-the-art 3D headset technology at VR Arcade—Breckenridge’s first virtual reality arcade—for a whole new level of gaming.
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BreckCreate Arts District: Hit the BreckCreate arts district for a full lineup of classes, events, open studios, tours and concerts.
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Breckenridge Library: The Breck Library has an awesome facility for children along with different activities throughout the year.
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Breckenridge Nordic Center: Cross country skiing and snowshoeing on over 2,000 acres of beautifully groomed trails is an experience that will never forget. The warm winter sport of cross country skiing is the safest way to learn how to ski and is perfect for the whole family. If your children can walk, they can ski. If they can’t walk, they can be pulled in our easy to use and warm sport specific pull-behind sleds known as “pulk” sleds. Check out there info HERE
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Family Friendly Restaurants: Check out this link of FAMILY FRIENDLY RESTAURANTS!
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Ride the Winter Gold Runner Alpine: The Winter Gold Runner Alpine is a large coaster where the kids sit in a car and travel down a 750-meter track. The course bends and twists and will give the little ones barrels of laughs and they’ll be asking to keep coming back. You can find this popular activity on Peak 8.
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Ski School: The Breckenridge Ski and Snowboard School offers group and private lessons for kids from the age of three to 14. Lessons for all levels of skiers and boarders are available. So, even if your kids have spent a significant amount of time on the slopes, there are lessons available that can help them fine-tune their skills even more. Family Lessons are also offered!
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Horseback Riding: Breckenridge Stables offers trail rides from mid-May (weather permitting) through September 30th
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Playgrounds: Anyone with kids knows that playgrounds are always a great place to bring the kids! HERE is a list of playgrounds in Breckenridge.
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Epic Discover: When the skiing dies down for the season, that’s when Epic Discovery kicks into high gear. Kids and parents alike will enjoy seeing Breck from new vantage points, including zip lines, high ropes courses, and 4x4 off-road tours.
There are several passes and packages available depending on exactly which activities you’d like to do, which you can view HERE.