April 10, 2025

The Easter Bunny’s Coming to Town!

Easter is coming and the Egg Hunts are ON! This weekend solve a mystery with a funny Sherlock, sing along with Willie Wonka, take in a magic show or hang out with Mr. Bunny. Oh, and Paul Simon is coming to town! Yes, THAT Paul Simon. And the Parker Rec Catalogue is out — with a fluffle of camps, classes, workshops and sports leagues and lessons. There are all kinds of weekend entertainment options and things to do just 10 to 30 minutes from your front door in Looking Glass! 

TODAY/TONIGHT, Thursday, April 10

DUELING GRAND JAM

In this former garage turned performance venue, every other week piano players pound the ivories in the Dueling Grand Jam—the first, the only, “the greatest thing to ever happen to a Thursday night in Parker.” Sounds a little like dueling pianos on steroids. Organizers say this is a jam session where EVERYONE gets to be a star. You sing, players play, musicians jam, everyone has fun. You don’t just watch a show, this is you owning the stage, playing your instrument or theirs, belting out your favorite jams, and living your best rockstar fantasy with a real band. 

Thursday-Saturday, April 10-12

PONDEROSA HIGH: URINETOWN THE MUSICAL

In a Gotham-like city, a terrible water shortage, caused by a 20-year drought, has led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets. The citizens must use public amenities, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity’s most basic needs. Amid the people, a hero decides that he’s had enough and plans a revolution to lead them all to freedom! Support your local school students and Ponderosa’s long-standing tradition of theatre productions that are student-driven and a collaboration with our community. Ponderosa Theatre Company presents three productions a year, including a fall play, a student-directed children’s show, and a spring musical.

Thursday-Sunday, April 10-13

WILLIE WONKA

American Academy students bring the magic of Willy Wonka Jr. to life on stage! Follow Charlie Bucket on a whimsical adventure through Willy Wonka’s enchanting chocolate factory, where golden tickets lead to wonder, quirky characters, and unforgettable lessons in kindness, honesty, and imagination.

With catchy songs, lively choreography, and larger-than-life moments, this sweet and spectacular production promises to delight audiences of all ages.

SHERLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY

“Written by Tony-winning playwright Ken Ludwig, the new play turns one of Holmes’ most famous mysteries, The Hound of the Baskervilles, on its head. Instead of a heady whodunit, this production is a fast-paced comedy.” – Washington City Paper

The play is afoot! Join the legendary Sherlock Holmes and his intrepid companion Dr. Watson on the classic case of The Hound of the Baskervilles. The male heirs of the Baskerville line are being dispatched one by one and to find the mysterious killer, Holmes and Watson must brave the desolate moors before a family curse dooms the newest heir. The mystery unfolds in hilarious fashion as the iconic investigators navigate a dizzying web of clues, silly accents, and disguises as six actors deftly portray more than forty characters. Can our heroes discover the truth in time? Elementary!

AFTER THE ASTEROID: EARTH’S COMEBACK

A newly discovered trove of remarkably preserved fossils, found at Corral Bluffs near Colorado Springs, has brought into sharp focus how Earth recovered after the devastating asteroid impact 66 million years ago that wiped out the dinosaurs. This discovery is a watershed scientific moment, and the Denver Museum of Nature & Science has created a brand-new bilingual exhibit to bring the discovery to life. 

JURASSIC OCEANS: MONSTERS OF THE DEEP

Jurassic Oceans: Monsters of the Deep takes you back in time to experience a prehistoric underwater world as you’ve never seen before. When dinosaurs ruled the land, the oceans teemed with equally fascinating and fearsome creatures. Explore the astonishing life of ancient seas, from the mighty Jurassic plesiosaur to the colossal megalodon that lived millions of years later and uncover the captivating story of their evolution and ecosystems. 

Striking fossil specimens, including fully articulated 3D models and life-size casts, show ferocious predators and unusual prey in their natural habitats and tell the story of how they adapted to survive. Plus, this bilingual English and Spanish exhibition is filled with exciting hands-on activities that invite the imagination to swim wild!

Friday, April 11

THOSE CRAZY NIGHTS

America’s ultimate nationally-touring tribute band, 6 Million Dollar Band, specializing in the best of 80s New Wave, 80s Synth Pop, and good old fashioned 80s Rock & Roll, will deliver a concert-quality show guaranteed to keep the dance floor moving all night long. From Prince and Madonna, to Talking Heads and Van Halen, reviews from recent performances have been nothing short of through-the-roof positive… “the energy in that room was electric and unbelievable”, “we’ve never seen the dance floor so packed all night long”, “they really know how to put on a concert”, “fun, fun, fun and more fun” and more.

Red Rock Vixen’s – with an electrifying mix of classic rock nostalgia, modern party hits, and sing-along favorites, this seven-piece musical force led by three powerful female vocalists knows how to keep the energy high and the harmonies even higher.

Saturday, April 12

KIDS COOKING: EASTER TREATS

Specially designed for kids ages 6 to 12, this little class is so much fun for kids who have an interest in cooking! From cookes and punch to bird nests and deviled hicks, these holiday treats will be a hit with anybody with an appetite. Beat the Easter Bunny to the table with these kid-friendly and mother-approved holiday treats. 

EASTER EGG HUNTS

While Easter is still a week away, this Saturday the eggs will be hidden for children to find all over Parker and in nearby locales! 

8:30 a.m. – Park Meadows Mall, 8401 Park Meadows Dr. is hosting an Egg Hunt at 8:45 a.m. for the LITTLES ages 1 to 4; and 9:30 a.m. for the BIGGER kids, ages 5 to 8. Enjoy face painting, balloon art, Build-a-Bear tables, Urban Air giveaways, and a special appearance by the big bunny himself. The egg-to-kid ratio promises to be eggceptional! Adults don’t need tickets, but get one for the kiddos – $2/each! Proceeds will benefit the Food Bank of the Rockies.

10:00 a.m. – Weston Valley Ranch, 4898 Jackson Creek Rd., Sedalia  is hosting a three-hour mid-day hunt on the homestead! All ages are welcome and festivities start with a Pancake Breakfast, complete with Mimosas for those over 21 years, there will be games, crafts, activities, visits with animals including the Easter Bunny, prizes, and more. The entertainment will wrap with egg hunts broken down by age groups. The cost is $13-$22 and you must have a ticket to enter!

10:00 a.m. – Southeast Church at 9650 Jordan Rd. in Parker will start their hunt in the morning at 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. with bouncy houses, yard games, food and plenty of good time fun for free.

12:00 p.m. – Residents of Looking Glass can enjoy the in-community event at Wrangler Field from 12 Noon to 2:00 p.m. with cotton candy, entertainment and more!

And there’s another egg hunt at 18012 Keyser Creek Ave. in Parker with family portraits on the program starting at 2:00 p.m.! Grab your baskets and bonnets and book your reservation with the family for making memories and family photos! 

SIP ‘N’ PAINT

Come paint this adorable Polka-Dot Chicken on an 11”x14″ canvas with Claire Houlihan as she walks you through step-by-step instructions. It’s easy to relax and paint since the images will be pre-printed on canvases making them simple to paint – even for beginners! Claire Houlihan will walk you through step-by-step instructions and provide all your supplies as you relax and create a whimsical, playful, all-your-own work of art! (Tickets reserve a seat and supplies carefully prepared for each person, so refunds are not possible. Questions? CLAIREHOULIHAN.ART@GMAIL.COM.)

NEXT WEEK: Monday-Wednesday, April 14-16

PAUL SIMON LIVE

The iconic singer-songwriter is bringing his Quiet Celebration Tour to Denver early next week. He is slated to perform his Grammy-nominated album Seven Psalms and likely some of the countless cross-generational hits that are indelibly etched in the memories of music lovers everywhere. Fan favorites like You Can Call Me Al, Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard and 50 Ways to Leave Your Lover have garnered Simon devoted followers, and this 83-year-old legend puts on the kind of show that leaves people speechless.

Wednesday, April 16 

CHELSEA GRACE: TIME TO PLAY THE MUSIC

Join vocalist Chelsea Grace and pianist Joshua Stephen Kartes for an evening of a beautiful element of life that connects us all: music. With songs from Broadway, opera, movies and beyond, this show is a love letter to Chelsea’s lifelong study of music. Cue the lights! It’s time to play the music!

Friday, April 18

MAGIC ROCKS!

You’ve seen him on America’s Got Talent, Jimmy Fallon, Masters of Illusion and Penn & Teller: Fool Us! Illusionist Leon Etienne rocks venues around the world with his jaw-dropping, critically acclaimed, hit show, Magic Rocks! Witness this family-friendly illusion spectacular featuring the world’s best grand illusions, award-winning sleight of hand, and hilarious comedy. This is a truly immersive experience that brings joy, laughter, and wonder when the world needs it most!

THE MAKING OF OUR PLANET

Millions of species. Five mass extinction events (and counting). Eons and eons. It’s the story of life on our planet. From the Emmy® Award-winning team behind Netflix’s Our Planet series, comes a new natural history speaker series event: The Making of Our Planet.

Brought to you by Silverback Films in association with Netflix, Our Planet Live is a new and immersive live show featuring behind-the-scenes stories from the explorers, filmmakers, scientists, and adventurers that created some of the most eye-catching footage of our planet. Join us live on stage as we bring to life these stories from the natural world. With a focus on climate fragility and climate migration, The Making of Our Planet tells an unprecedented story about overcoming obstacles on a global scale and explores the messages at the heart of these action-packed, emotional, and unforgettable sequences. 

DEPECHE MODE & NINE INCH NAILS TRIBUTES

DM101 uses all hardware instruments to reproduce Depeche Mode’s songs live, in much the same way that the songs were created in the recording studio and often playing more parts live than Depeche Mode did!

From sampling sounds in the original songs to synthesizing sounds, the goal of DM101 is to play Depeche Mode songs as accurately as humanly possible. NAILS is a band delivering raw emotion, precise musicality and intense energy – much like the Nine Inch Nails band themselves. It’s a live replication of an important American band’s music.

Saturday, April 19

PARKER EGG SPLASH AND DASH

This year, the Easter Bunny is going swimmin’! Enjoy this twist on the traditional egg hunt as kiddos splash and dash for tons of plastic, fun-filled eggs in the Activity Pool. There may even be an appearance by a special some-bunny!

*Space is limited. Walk-up registrations will be taken on a space-available basis and will cost an additional $5 per participant.

Egg hunts will take place at the beginning of each 50-minute session. Children of all swimming abilities are welcome. Each child 5 and under and non-swimmers must be accompanied by a parent or guardian in the water.

DADS OF PARKER EASTER EGG HUNT

Get ready for an egg-citing event!  The Dads of Parker are back with our 3rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt, and this year, we’re teaming up with the always fun Bad Moms of Parker Community Outreach (Bad Moms of Parker) to make it bigger and better than ever! Bring the kids, meet the floppy eared fellow, join your neighbors and friends for a fun-filled morning of egg hunting, prizes and community fun!

ANDREW McCARTHY 80s REWIND

Relive the magic of the 1980s with former Brat Pack actor and author Andrew McCarthy! Your VIP Experience ticket includes themed appetizers and cocktails to enjoy in your favorite 80s movie scenes, an 80s costume contest, and premium reserved seating at the author’s presentation. General admission tickets include a place in the photo line, 80s-themed activities, and dessert bites. With a cash bar for ages 21-plus you can also snag a pre-signed book ($28), available for sale upon reservation or at the event.

The VIP Experience is 5:30-7:00 p.m. for ages 21+ with VIP ticket only. General Admission seating is first-come, first-served. Doors open for GA tickets at 6:15pm; the author’s presentation starts at 7:30 p.m.

RION EVANS COMEDY NIGHT

This nationwide sensation of comedy was recently featured at Just For Laughs a comedy festival in Montreal and Kevin Hart’s LOL Network.  He’s also featured on BET’s One Mic Stand and selected as one of the first few comedians for the breakout new show Off the Chain, Bounce TV’s number one show.  Rion Evans’ comedic talents are described as natural and unique leaving no audience unlaughed. Rion also keeps great company in stand-up, working with big names such as Kevin Hart, Henry Cho, and Mo’Nique who featured Rion as a guest on her hit late night talk show. 

ASSISTED LIVING THE MUSICAL

“Audiences are laughing so hard they cry.” –Associated Press

Everyone knows an eccentric or two. In maturity, these eccentrics often bloom into full-fledged wackos. Assisted Living: The Musical® is a parade of such wackos, displayed in sketch and song. They are Lothario and lawyer, the nurse and neurotic, golfers, gropers and a retired Catskills comic. There are those who recall their youth with body art, and those who regain it behind the wheel.

There are no sad songs, no Depends® jokes and no f-bombs. A show just for old folks? Is Oklahoma! just for cowboys? Fiddler just for violinists? Rent just for people who don’t own their own homes? This show is for everyone who hopes to grow old with laughter and joy…including you.

Reserve tickets now, before your short-term memory goes!

COUNTRY MUSIC VETERAN RHETT HANEY 

Rhett Haney has played in a variety of bands over the last two decades starting with Tequila Mockingbird, where he fine-tuned his bass playing and backup singing, developed stage performance, and studio recording/engineering/mastering techniques.  Rhett switched to drums when he co-founded Denver’s own country band Buckstein and would fill in for other touring country bands at Toby Keith’s and The Grizzly Rose among other top venues. Eventually joining “The Walker Williams Band”, Rhett enjoyed tons of success while sharing the stage with many of the greats including, the bog dog himself, Toby Keith.

Sunday, April 20

EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE AT RED ROCKS

This is an annual event hosted by the Colorado Council of Churches for the past 77 years. Thousands of people gather for this joyful celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. For many it is an unparallelled presentation of The Gospel with worship music reverberating throughout this a remarkable venue. Dress for the weather outdoors – everyone is welcome!

CRAZY HAIR ALPACA HUNT

Bring the littles to hunt Easter eggs in your own private pasture, with a chance to visit with alpacas up close and personal. Organizers will hide 16 eggs per child stuffed with small toys, stickers, chewy candy, and chocolate all over the pasture.  Register below for a 20-minute time slot.

CASTLE ROCK KIDS MINISTRY EASTER CELEBRATION

Join lots of young people for an amazing Easter in Kids Ministry! There will be a presentation by Christian Illusionist, Eric Reamer, who dazzles kids with a professional performance of the Easter gospel story. Then immediately after service, join everyone down the halls of DCHS for an Easter egg hunt with the kids from infants through fifth grade.

KALYANA SRINIVASAM: A KUCHIPUDI DANCE DRAMA

Hand-pounded fresh turmeric. Fragrant strands of freshly bloomed flowers. The atmosphere is brimming with celebration, in anticipation of the wedding of the Divine couple, Princess Padmavati and Lord Srinivasa.

Kalyana Srinivsam is a masterpiece of dance, theater, and music, woven seamlessly like an impeccable tapestry. Adhering to authentic Kuchipudi style, using exquisite costumes and incorporating hand-painted props, we bring the story of the Lord of the Seven Hills to life.

Looking Glass Events in and Around Parker!

The master-planned community of Looking Glass hosts family-friendly activities year-round and is near all sorts of fun, entertaining and recreational happenings and things to do. Living in this close-knit Parker community gives you access to neighborly connections, miles of paths, multiple parks and drive-able attractions. Stop by the beautiful model homes from D.R. Horton, Taylor Morrison, Dream Finders and later this year, Richmond American Homes, from the $600s. The designs include both ranch and two-story options, with opportunities to personalize for your own dream home. And each builder has recurring promotions and incentives!!