Fun Things To Do In Longmont
Longmont is a vibrant destination packed with unforgettable experiences for every visitor and community member. Whether you’re drawn to its rich culture, scenic outdoor spaces, or unique local attractions, there’s no shortage of ways to explore and enjoy everything the city has to offer. No matter the season or your interests, you’ll find plenty of fun things to do.
There’s Something Fun for Everyone
- View photographs and listen to virtual historic walking tours about Longmont.
- Join in the annual Cinco de Mayo celebration.
- Enjoy two days of live music, food, family fun and fireworks at the Independence Weekend celebration.
- Learn about the longest-standing Day of the Dead parade and celebration in Colorado.
- Grab your friends and spruce up your costume to participate in Longmont’s favorite annual event – the Halloween Parade.
- Put on a silly turkey hat and run, walk or roll in the annual Turkey Trot.
- Don’t miss two days and nights of fun at the Longmont Lights holiday festival and parade.
- Find information about events happening year round at the Longmont Museum.
- Make a splash – Longmont has indoor and outdoor pools with features, classes and events for all ages.
- Explore our three recreation centers that provide different types of offerings like up-to-date fitness equipment and classes, gyms, pools, a climbing wall and child care facility.
- Learn about year-round classes, activities and special programs presented by Longmont Recreation.
- When winter comes, visit the Ice Rink and Ice Pavilion for cold-weather fun including hockey and ice skating lessons.
- View Longmont’s directory of local parks and trails.
- Explore the Union Reservoir Nature Area for boating, paddle boarding, wading, picnicing and dog beaches.
- Check out McIntosh Lake Nature Area where you can take a walk, have a picnic, explore the playground, or go paddle boarding.
- Hike and view wildlife at Buttonrock Preserve which is located just to the northwest of Longmont.
- Walk, bike, run, or roll along Longmont’s greenways and trails.
- Visit the Golden Ponds Nature Area and enjoy amazing views of Longs Peak and the Front Range, 2.6 miles of trails, an ADA-accessible fishing pier, and numerous picnic shelters.
- The Dickens Farm Nature Area is Longmont’s newest park featuring an ADA-accessible playground area, beginner bike skills trail, picnic shelters, and beach access for river tubing.
- Explore world-class exhibits and enjoy music, lectures, history talks and other special programs at the Longmont Museum.
- Check out the amazing Longmont Art in Public Places including murals, statues and Shock Art boxes.
- Visit the Main Street Creative District website for shopping, dining, and entertainment in historic downtown.
- Enjoy spectacular natural vistas, birding, lectures, and the pioneer history at the Sandstone Ranch Visitor’s Center.
- Participate in free programming at the Longmont Library for all ages – including author talks, children’s storytimes, teen activities and special events.
- When you’re walking around downtown, follow the Longmont Museum’s guided virtual history tours on your mobile device.
Book a tee time online when you visit the www.golflongmont.com website.
Be sure to check out our golf leagues, lessons, clubhouse rentals, and summer tournaments!
- Sunset Golf Course is Longmont’s historic 100 year old 9-hole golf course right in the heart of downtown. Book a round online at Sunset.
- Play at Twin Peaks Golf Course for spectacular western vistas and traditional links play. This 18-hole full-service course also has a clubhouse available to rent for parties and special events.
- Ute Creek Golf Course, designed by Robert Trent Jones II, is a full-service 18-hole course with driving range and clubhouse available for rent for special occasions. Book your Ute Creek tee time online.
The City operates a wide variety of rental spaces for a variety of special occasions – from weddings to HOA meetings.
- The historic Callahan House and Garden.
- Explore and reserve a park shelter for your next family reunion or school event.
- The Longmont Museum has great options for meetings, presentations, performances, fundraisers and more.
- Longmont Recreation offers a range of facility rentals including athletic fields, pools, recreation centers, party venues and more.
- Visit the WebTrac activity registration portal for facility rental informaition.