Movie in the Sandbox – Shrek, this Friday September 4 • Our new magnetic sand wall is open • Preschool playdate fundraisers • The Sand Place Aurora CO

September 2026

THE SAND PLACE

Aurora’s Home for Sandy Adventure

 

September at The Sand Place

We have a lot happening this month. From movie night to a brand new way to play in the sand, there is always something to dig into.

Children building with trucks, bricks and a ride-on CAT excavator in the big sandbox at The Sand Place in Aurora, Colorado, while parents sit at tables behind them

Featured Event

Families sitting in the sand watching a movie on the big screen during Movie in the Sandbox at The Sand Place

Movie in the
Sandbox: Shrek

Get ready for a night of sand, snacks, and a little ogre magic. We are showing Shrek on the big screen while the kids play in the sandbox.

This Friday, September 4
 

When

5:00 – 7:00 PM

Movie starts 5:15 PM

Showing

Shrek

Admission

$20 / child
Adults free

Bring the family, come in comfy clothes, and let the kids enjoy some screen time with plenty of hands-on play mixed in. Your ticket covers the movie and open sand play all evening. Bring a blanket for movie time, and grab dinner while you are here – a pizza and drink combo is $5, or $2 for a slice.

Movie Night is a flat $20 per child, including siblings and members. Up to two adults come free with each paying child. Walk-ins are welcome, but tickets ahead of time help us plan the pizza.

Get My Tickets

We cannot wait to see you there!

New in the Sandbox

The new magnetic sand wall at The Sand Place, a framed construction-scene mural with white tubes and a funnel arranged on it so kids can build paths for the sand to flow through

Our New Magnetic Sand Wall

We have added something new to the sandbox. Our magnetic sand wall gives kids a whole new way to explore, build, and experiment.

Kids use magnetic tubes and pieces to create their own paths, then watch the sand move, flow, and change direction. It is hands-on, open-ended play that builds creativity, problem solving, and a little bit of STEM learning while they are simply having fun.

Come check it out on your next visit.

For Local Schools

A parent kneeling in the sand helping two young children fill a bucket during a preschool playdate fundraiser at The Sand Place

Preschool Fundraisers at The Sand Place

We recently hosted a preschool playdate fundraiser right here in the sandbox, and it turned out to be a great way to bring families together while supporting a good cause.

Does your preschool need a fundraiser this school year?

We would love to partner with more local preschools for an afternoon playdate fundraiser. Your school invites its families to a special play session at The Sand Place, and a portion of the proceeds goes back to the school.

It is an easy fundraiser that gives families an afternoon of play while helping your school raise money.

A hand-lettered sidewalk sign outside The Sand Place reading Welcome Hope PDO and Preschool
Contact Us

Email owner@thesandplace.com or call 303-942-1014. We would love to work with more of our local preschool community this school year.

Thank you for being part of The Sand Place family.

See you in the sand this month.

 

Store Hours

Monday: Closed
Tue – Fri: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Sat – Sun: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Contact Us

303-942-1014
16677 E. Smoky Hill Rd.
Aurora, CO 80015
owner@thesandplace.com

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