Ghostbusters, zoo animals and an 80-degree Saturday: Parker's weekend guide

Parker's first October weekend moves from a Friday craft fair and a football kickoff to a Saturday packed with live animals, music and a movie classic performed with a full orchestra.

The weather cooperates after Friday's wind: Saturday should be sunny and near 80, with another warm day Sunday.

Weekend weather

Friday will be sunny and breezy with a high near 74 and gusts around 29 mph. Saturday turns warmer, sunny and near 80. Sunday stays sunny with a high near 77 and another afternoon breeze.

Source: National Weather Service forecast for Parker. Source date: Oct. 2, 2026.

Friday

Parker Senior Center Craft Fair - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The fifth annual craft fair fills the Parker Senior Center with handmade and hard-to-find items ahead of the holiday rush.

Source: Town of Parker community calendar. Source date: Oct. 2, 2026.

Legend visits Valor Christian - 7 p.m.

Legend takes its 3-2 record to Valor Stadium, 3775 Grace Blvd. in Highlands Ranch, for a 5A Southern matchup with Valor Christian. The host Eagles also enter 3-2 and are ranked No. 2 in Colorado by MaxPreps.

Source: Valor Christian official football schedule, MaxPreps game page and Valor Stadium information. Source date: Oct. 2, 2026.

Saturday

ZOOMobile - 10 a.m.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo brings reptiles, mammals and amphibians to The Schoolhouse, 19650 E. Mainstreet. The relaxed-atmosphere show is recommended for ages 2 to 6, runs under an hour and costs $12.

Source: Parker Arts ZOOMobile event page. Source date: Oct. 2, 2026.

Route 66 Fundraiser - 6 p.m.

The Schoolhouse turns into a Route 66 road trip with live country music, food, dancing, interactive stops and a silent auction. Tickets are $150, and proceeds support free Parker Arts events.

Source: Parker Arts Route 66 Fundraiser page. Source date: Oct. 2, 2026.

Ghostbusters in Concert - 7:30 p.m.

The 1984 comedy plays on a giant screen at the PACE Center while a live orchestra performs Elmer Bernstein's score in sync. Tickets are listed at $74 and $79.

Source: Parker Arts Ghostbusters in Concert page. Source date: Oct. 2, 2026.

Sunday

Domestic Violence Awareness 5K - 7:30 a.m.

The annual fun run begins at Tallman Meadow Park, 12335 Canterberry Parkway. Registration is $35.

Source: Town of Parker event listing. Source date: Oct. 2, 2026.

Skyline Chorus send-off - 4 p.m.

Skyline Chorus and its quartets perform at the PACE Center before traveling to an international Sweet Adelines competition. Tickets are $15 and $20.

Source: Parker Arts Skyline Chorus event page. Source date: Oct. 2, 2026.