Location, Date & TimeCarpenter Park3498 E 112th AveWed, May 20 2026, 6 - 8pm Event DetailsThornton Police Department Hosts Summer Kickoff Celebration at Carpenter Park The Thornton Police Department invites the community to celebrate the start of summer at this year’s Summer Kickoff Party on May 20th from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Carpenter Park (3498 E. 112th Ave) — new location near the carousel and splash pad! This free, family-friendly event brings together public safety teams, city departments, and local partners for an evening packed with fun, food, and community connection. Meet Your Public Safety TeamsStop by Thornton PD team tents featuring Community Liaison Officers (CLOs), Animal Control, Victim Services, Dispatch, & Co-Responders Plus, visit City of Thornton tents including Code Compliance, Community Connections, and more! Big Attractions & Live DemonstrationsHelicopter landingEmergency vehicles on displayKarate demonstrationFace paintingFood & Family FunLocal food trucksYard games like cornhole and giant Connect FourAccess to the park’s carousel and splash pad areaBring your family, invite your neighbors, and join us for an evening of excitement, engagement, and summer celebration! For more information, contact the Thornton Police Department Community Liaison Team at CLO@ThorntonCO.gov. Contact InformationKarina Orellana720-977-5238karina.orellana@thorntonco.gov