Trail Winds Recreation Center
Trail Winds Recreation Center
Carpenter Park Playground
Carpenter Park Playground
Carpenter Park Lake
Carpenter Park Lake
WinterFest
WinterFest
Carpenter Park Complex Xeriscape Garden
Carpenter Park Complex Xeriscape Garden
Preschool
Preschool


Thornton Parks, Recreation & Community Programs
News & Events


2023 Thornton WinterFest

2023 WinterFest

Join us for our 2023 Thornton WinterFest celebration from Friday, December 8 through Sunday, December 10!
The Spot

The Spot

We welcome Thornton youth, age 17 and under, to join us at the Thornton Community Building M-F, from 3:30-8 p.m.
Thornton Community Walks

Take A Walk

Get outside, get healthy, socialize and make new friends, all while discovering our beautiful trails - led by our Thornton Fitness staff!
Santa's Calling

Santa's Calling

Would your child enjoy a personal phone call from Santa before he comes to town on Christmas Eve? Sign up for a call now!

Activites Guide

Fall-Winter Guides

Be sure to check out Thornton programming, social activities & events in our 2023 Fall-Winter Guide!
Naturally Thornton

Naturally Thornton

Through this initiative we are leading by example and joining our community partners to create more waterwise landscapes!
Job Openings

Job Openings

Are you currently looking for employment? Thornton may have just the right job for you! Take a look and apply today.
Join Our Team

Looking for Lifeguards 

Would you like to join our amazing team of lifeguards? Apply today and begin your journey as a protector of our Thornton pools!