Activities for Big Kids in Denver
7 activities for kids ages 7–9 in Denver. More adventurous options with age ratings, cost estimates, and parent tips.
Highest rated: Denver Museum of Nature and Science Park, Gardening Help At Denver Botanic Gardens, Adventure Forest at the Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus. 3 are free. 3 work for rainy days. Every listing includes stroller access, cost estimates, and parent tips.
Top Picks
Denver Museum of Nature and Science Park
4.9 starsThe nature play area outside DMNS features a bighorn sheep-themed adventure playground designed by Earthscape, with boulders to climb, tunnels to craw
Gardening Help At Denver Botanic Gardens
4.8 starsKids learn about plants, gardening, and Colorado's growing seasons in the stunning surroundings of Denver Botanic Gardens while exploring themed garde
Adventure Forest at the Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus
4.8 starsAdventure Forest is an outdoor nature-inspired play space at the Children's Museum of Denver that features climbing structures designed to mimic a rea
Central Park Playground
4.8 starsCentral Park Playground in Denver's Central Park neighborhood (formerly Stapleton) is a neighborhood playground serving one of Denver's most family-de
Malibu Jack's Thornton
4.7 starsMalibu Jack's Thornton is a full-blown indoor family entertainment center with go-karts, mini golf, laser tag, an arcade, bumper cars, and more packed
FreeDenver Museum of Nature and Science Park
Ages: Best for ages 2-10
Gardening Help At Denver Botanic Gardens
Ages: 6-17
Adventure Forest at the Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus
Ages: Best for ages 2-10
FreeCentral Park Playground
Ages: Best for ages 2-10
Malibu Jack's Thornton
Ages: Best for ages 5-16
Kids Dig
Ages: 2-10
FreePaco Sanchez Playground
Ages: Best for ages 2-10
Common Questions
- What are the best activities for big kids (ages 7–9) in Denver?
- Denver has 7 activities rated for big kids (ages 7–9). Top picks: Denver Museum of Nature and Science Park, Gardening Help At Denver Botanic Gardens, Adventure Forest at the Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus, Central Park Playground, Malibu Jack's Thornton.
- Are there free big kids activities in Denver?
- Yes — 3 of the 7 big kids-friendly activities in Denver are completely free, including Denver Museum of Nature and Science Park, Central Park Playground, Paco Sanchez Playground.
- What indoor activities are good for big kids (ages 7–9) in Denver?
- 3 indoor or rainy-day activities in Denver are suitable for big kids (ages 7–9). Best rated: Gardening Help At Denver Botanic Gardens, Malibu Jack's Thornton, Kids Dig.
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