Nestled in the foothills west of Denver is Heritage Square, a Victorian style amusement park with shopping and a live performance theater called the Music Hall.  The theater has a variety of performances including a children's theater.   Activities include some traditional amusement rides, an alpine slide, go carts, bumper boats and a train.   There are restaurants and snack stands on site.  The kids love the old 50's style diner (formerly used as a site to tape the Food Network show, Unwrapped) and the candy store which has a variety of treats.

It is free to walk around the village area.  Rides are paid for per ride (using tickets) or by an all-day wristband.  The rides can add up quite quickly. 

18301 W. Colfax Ave., Golden  303.279.2789  www.heritagesquare.info