Kids Family activities

KIDS’ PLAY

Away from the slopes, magical family-friendly adventures await for curious kids and their grown-ups

Photos Tony Demin

Ice Follies

Skaters can make their way to ice rinks in Telluride Town Park or at the Madeline Hotel and Residences in Mountain Village. Town Park’s Nordic Center in the park and the Madeline have skate rentals.

Nordic Fun

Nordic skiing opens up new outdoor options for the whole family with trails in Town Park, on the Valley Floor and more. The Nordic Center offers guided tours and lessons.

Sled Time

Firecracker Hill, at the southern edge of Telluride Town Park, offers sledding to suit any adrenaline level. Rent sleds at the Nordic Center, or purchase one from Timberline Ace Hardware.

Snow Season Skateboarding

When the snow fills Town Park’s Grindline-designed skatepark or the minipark on East Pacific, try The Drop Boardshop for winter camps and lessons on an indoor ramp specifically designed for introduction and progression.

Take the Scenic Route

Hop aboard the free Gondola that connects Telluride and Mountain Village for breathtaking views and the coolest journey ever. This very unique trip is one that you and the kiddos won’t soon forget.

History Lesson

Experience the area’s colorful past at the Telluride Historical Museum, where interactive exhibits and exciting programming make history come alive for enthusiasts young and old.

We Love Our Library

The award-winning Wilkinson Public Library houses an impressive collection of books, DVDs, music and more and loans cool non-traditional items like snowshoes and karaoke machines. There is also a variety of programming for all ages, including story times, after-school programs, events for teens and more.

Ah Haa!

Telluride’s beloved Ah Haa School for the Arts can help creative kids find their inner Monet or Kahlo with wintertime classes, camps and other kid-friendly programs.

Telluride Theatre @ the Library

And More

Need more excitement? Try the ski resort’s Adventure Center for memorable outdoor activities or the Sheridan Opera House or Palm Theatre for family-friendly performing arts. And, of course, sometimes the best activity is none at all. Telluride is the perfect place to snuggle up indoors and watch the snow fall.

This winter, check ahead to get up-to-date Covid-related protocols and information.

Ryan Bonneau Ryan Bonneau