- The list below includes 281 free or cheap things to do in or near Thornton, Colorado, including 92 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Parks, Ziplines and Maze.
- From Pecos Park to Thornton Veterans Memorial, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Thornton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Golden, Boulder, Littleton and Denver.
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Great Plains Park is a 50 acre park featuring a water sprayground. Attractions include a playground, a baseball field, a large open field, a half-court basketball court, and two sheltered seating areas.
17.3 Miles
A traditional bowling center, AMF Broadway Lanes features 32 lanes used for open bowling and league play. The center offers a bar with televisions for sports viewing, pool tables, video games and a snack bar.
17.4 Miles
At the 12 Mile Stables, visitors are able to enjoy horseback rides to sites like Cherry Creek Park. Riders who are less experienced can receive instruction from the location's training staff.
17.4 Miles
The Toad Tavern is a music venue that features local and national bands across all genres. They also offer a full bar with food and drink specials, pool tables, a jukebox, beer pong and trivia nights.
17.5 Miles
Chatfield Stables offer supervised horseback and hay rides through a variety of scenic trails which offer beautiful views of the Platte River and the surrounding landscape. They also offer riding lessons to those interested.
17.5 Miles
Besides its beautiful scenery and well paved pathways, Robert Clement Park also comprises of multiple sports fields, kids playgrounds, a lake and a band shell which hosts a variety of concerts and other local events.
17.5 Miles
Located in the heart of a 110-acre nature preserve, the Boettcher Mansion is on the register of National Historic Places by its original name, Lorraine Lodge. This beautiful facility is available to rent for special events, corporate retreats, and social galas.
17.5 Miles
Designed to cultivate children and adults connection with nature, the Lookout Mountain Nature Center, is a 110-acre, outdoor paradise. Featuring interior educational exhibits, coupled with the outdoor observation areas and nature trails, plan your visit today.
17.7 Miles
The Danny Dietz Memorial is dedicated to a Colorado native who was part of a Navy Seal team that passed away in Afghanistan. The statue is located near Dietz's former school.
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Mother Cabrini Shrine is a memorial erected in the memory of Mother Cabrini who established the order of the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The site includes a statue of Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Stone House which hosts summer camps and prayer gatherings.