Family Activities

Fun for all ages in Grand Junction

There are fun activities for the whole family in Grand Junction, Colorado. Spend the day on an archeological dig for dinosaur bones at the Museum of Western Colorado, learn about local flora at the Botanical Gardens, go swimming at a local pool, or drive go-karts at Bananas Fun Park. Grand Junction also has plenty of opportunities for hiking, rafting, horseback riding and other Colorado outdoor activities that can be found in state and national parks around the Grand Junction area.

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X-Golf Grand Junction

2482 Patterson Rd., Unit 2
Grand Junction, CO 81505

Website 970-644-5251

Colorado's finest indoor golf and entertainment venue. 4 state of the art golf simulators, coaches, beer & wine.

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Grand Junction Motor Speedway

3002 N. I-70 Frontage Rd.
Grand Junction, CO 81504

Website 970-256-0107

Grand Junction Motor Speedway is one of the premier Kart racing facilities in the country. We provide a full Kart rental program, corporate and team-building programs, professional race management,...

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Bookcliff Alpacas

2034 J Road
Fruita, CO 81521

Website 970-858-8866

Small alpaca farm located in Fruita, Colorado. Tours by appointment.

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Mesa County Fairgrounds

2785 U.S. Hwy 50
Grand Junction, CO 81503

Website 970-255-7107

The Mesa County Fairgrounds hosts major ticketed events such as rodeos, concerts, and motorized sports, as well as the annual Mesa County Fair each July. Their equestrian center...

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Western Colorado Dragway

3235 Whitewater HIll Road
Grand Junction, CO 81503

Website 970-243-9022

NHRA-sanctioned drag racing. Fun for the whole family. Race cars, Go to the Pits, Concessions on site.

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Grand Mesa Visitor Center

Grand Mesa Visitor Center
Cedaredge, CO 81413

Website 970-856-4153

Grand Mesa Visitor Center has information on the Grand Mesa National Forest, including maps, brochures, and expert staff to help answer any questions. There is also a gift shop and bathrooms.

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Powderhorn Mountain Resort

48338 Powderhorn Rd.
Mesa, CO 81643

Website 970-268-5700

Tucked alongside the northern edge of Western Colorado's beautiful Grand Mesa, Powderhorn Mountain Resort offers breathtaking views, over 1,600 acres of mountain terrain, a stress-free, relaxing...

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Lincoln Park-Moyer Pool

1340 Gunnison Avenue
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Website 970-254-3848

Lincoln Park Moyer Pool is 50 meter outdoor pool that features a waterslide, Splash Pad water playground, 13' diving well with 1 meter and 3 meter diving boards, and a separate shallow water (2' -...

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Museum of the West

462 Ute Ave.
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Website 970-242-0971

The Museum of the West offers a thousand years of history that can be experienced. "Ride" in a stagecoach, "fly" a 1958 Cessna, gaze upon an ancient Anasazi pottery, follow the history of the...

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Kodiaxe

115 W Grand Avenue, Unit A
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Website 970-628-4454

Kodiaxe brings the sport and excitement of axe throwing to Downtown Grand Junction. Our premier facility has five targets of family fun, along with Darts, Cornhole, Foosball, and other various...

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Grand Junction Adventures

1695 Las Colonias Landing
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Website 970-433-4760

Grand Junction Adventures is a licensed outfitter. We provide hourly rentals and river rentals & shuttle service for rafts, paddle boards, tubes and duckies. Our most popular day trip is the town...

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Eureka! McConnell Science Museum

1400 North 7th St.
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Website 970-254-1626

Dedicated to "putting science in the hands of kids," the center features over 150 interactive exhibits in biology, physics, earth and space science, and electronics. Kids of all ages are encouraged...

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Home Loan Taste of the Grand Valley

422 White Ave, Suite 337
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Website 970-243-5364

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The Palette

441 Main Street
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Website 970-640-8569

Our goal at The Palette is to encourage everyone to "Uncork Your Inner Artist" through our fun and easy painting classes. No previous painting experience is required, because our talented...

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Angelos Pottery Studio

2478 F Road
Grand Junction, CO 81505

Website 970-243-0886

This is a paint your own pottery studio, offering acrylic canvas painting as well. Choose from over 400 options, design and paint a piece -- you don't have to be an artist. Leave it with us and you...

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The Art Center - Western Colorado Center for the Arts

1803 N. 7th St.
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Website 970-243-7337

The Western Colorado Center for the Arts is a nonprofit corporation organized to promote the enjoyment and understanding of the arts through educational programs. Workshops in 2D & 3D mediums. ...

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SunCrest Orchard Alpacas and Fiber Works

3608 E 1/4 Rd.
Palisade, CO 81526

Website 970-464-4862

SunCrest Orchard Alpacas is a farm specializing in raising alpacas and manufacturing yarn. Tours are available and provide an opportunity to see these amazing animals and learn how their fiber is...

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Steadfast Steeds Mustang Sanctuary

1411 S. 16 5/10 Rd.
Glade Park, CO 81523

Website 970-241-0939

A mustang horse sanctuary showcasing America's wild horse in a publically accessible location....

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Lunch Loop Bike Park

Monument Road
Grand Junction, CO 81507

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The Lunch Loop Bike Park is located right off the Lunch Loop Trailhead. This bike park is great for families who want to accommodate different bike skill levels....

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Dinosaur Journey Museum

550 Jurassic Court
Fruita, CO 81521

Website 970-858-7282

Dinosaur Journey Museum features Colorado's best robotic dinosaurs. Visitors can examine real dinosaur fossils, dig into hands-on exhibits, experience a simulated earthquake and see a working...

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Ute Learning Garden

2775 Hwy 50
Grand Junction, CO 81503

970-244-1841

The two and a half acre Ute Learning Garden features native plants that were used by the Utes on their annual migrations. Berms in the garden group the plants into life zones representing the...

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Moon Farm

1360 18 1/2 Rd.
Fruita, CO 81521

Website 970-261-6490

Moon Farm has been inspiring imagination in kids and adults for generations. The farm features a petting zoo, museum exhibits, cultural displays, antiques, dinosaurs, Barbie exhibit, special...

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Commemorative Air Force Museum (Rocky Mountain Wing)

780 Heritage Way
Grand Junction, CO 81506

Website 970-256-0693

The Commemorative Airforce Museum features a collection of historical displays, memorabilia, and aviation art; Open Saturdays only or by appt. Call 970-424-3575...

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Western Colorado Botanical Gardens

641 Struthers Avenue (Riverside Pkwy at 7th)
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Website 970-245-9030

The Western Colorado Botanical Gardens / Butterfly House is a paradise found, with a butterfly exhibit as well as over 600 exotic tropical plants from around the world. Enjoy a tranquil moment...

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