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


4th of July

Celebrate the Fourth

Join us to celebrate our nation's birthday! New for 2023 - party starts at noon with more live entertainment!
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!
2023 Summer Concerts

2023 Summer Concerts

Join us for our FREE Twist & Shout Summer Concert Series on Thursdays at 7 p.m. throughout June and July 2023.

Activites Guide

Summer Guides

Be sure to check out Thornton programming, social activities & events in our 2023 Summer 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!