As one of Colorado’s most well-known mountain towns, Breckenridge offers a variety of thrilling activities to do in the winter. This makes it a great destination for kids to begin to explore the outdoors.

Here are some activities that are perfect for the whole family:

1. Take a scenic gondola ride

Enjoy a gondola ride up the BreckConnect Gondola, which will take you to the base of Peak 8 for stunning mountain views.

2. Play at the resort’s Epic Discovery

Enjoy fun things like the Alpine Slide, the Gold Runner Coaster, a climbing wall, and gemstone panning.

3. Go sledding

Enjoy a sledding adventure at the Carter Park Sled Hill.

4. Go snowshoeing and nordic skiing

Explore the many trails of the Breckenridge Nordic Center.

5. Take a sleigh ride

Take a sleigh ride with Golden Horseshoe Sleigh Rides or Breckenridge Stables.

1. Downstairs at Eric’s

This apres ski pub offers TVs, comfort food, and a long list of beers on tap.

2. Fatty’s Pizzeria

Fatty’s Pizzeria’s menu includes pizza, pasta, sandwiches, and more.

And for some great places that the whole family will love staying at, here are some hotels:

1. Grand Lodge on Peak 7

This resort provides slopeside access with direct access to Peak 7 beginner and intermediate ski runs. It also includes two outdoor pools, a water slide, splash area and fountain.

2. The Village at Breckenridge

This resort is located at the base of Peak 9, which is also close to town amenities. This makes it a great location for families who want easy access to restaurants, activities, and everything else the town has to offer.

And for some great family friendly events that the entire town will love:

1. Lighting of Breckenridge & Race of the Santas

This event is a festive start to the holiday season in Breckenridge and it takes place no Dec. 6. The town will light up with 250,000 LED lights over 11 miles of display. A parade of Santas will race down Main Street, and there will also be a dog parade and Moose March for kids.

2. Ullr Fest

Kids will love this quirky festival that consists of events praising Ullr, the Norse god of snow, and hoping for a powder-filled winter and ski season.

3. International Snow Sculpture Championships

Kids are sure to be fascinated by watching teams carve massive blocks of snow into intricate and stunning snow sculptures. As an outdoor but low intensity event, the International Snow Sculpture Championships is a perfect family-friendly outing.

As an iconic Colorado mountain town with plenty of unique and quirky events, activities, restaurants, and more, Breckenridge is an ideal family-friendly destination.