Playgrounds
6 parks with a playground, closest to downtown first.
- River Park0.5 mi from downtown
- Prospector Park1.9 mi from downtown
- River Walk Lawn2.1 mi from downtown
Family
Things to do in Breckenridge with kids
5 kinds of family outings, with the closest picks for each.
Family-friendly ideas around Breckenridge, built from the city’s parks, libraries, local businesses and nearby public lands. Pick a section for the full list, a map and directions, and check the events calendar for this week’s story times, festivals and shows.
Indoor fun
Places to go when it’s too hot, cold or wet outside.
- Breckenridge Galleryart gallery
- mountainkindart gallery
- Raitman Art Galleriesart gallery
Libraries
Story times, homework help and summer reading, free with a library card.
- South Branch Library103 S Harris St
Picnic spots
Day-use areas for a family picnic.
- Windy Point Group (Co)7 mi north
- Turquoise Lake24 mi southwest
- Green Mountain Reservoir30 mi northwest
Wildlife and nature
Refuges and lakes to spot birds and animals.
- Peak One5 mi north
- Lowry Campground6 mi north
- Prospector6 mi north
Around town
Get a feel for the city
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What is there to do in Breckenridge with kids?
Playgrounds (6), Indoor fun (6), Libraries (1), Picnic spots (12), Wildlife and nature (24). Each section links to the full list with maps and directions.
What can kids do in Breckenridge for free?
Parks and playgrounds, library story times and many community events are free. See the free things to do and kids events pages for this week’s options.
What can families do in Breckenridge when it rains or it’s hot?
Try the indoor ideas and the library, or check the kids and family events calendar.