Art Exhibit: X-Tra Large

The Schoolhouse 19650 Mainstreet, Parker, United States

Parker Artists Guild (PAG) artists will be GOING BIG with no size restraints for artwork other than the ability to display it! See the artists’ visual interpretation of this fun challenge. X-Tra Large will be on display from April 7 to June 22, 2024.

Free

Charlotte’s Web

PACE Center 20000 PIkes Peak Ave., Parker, United States

Charlotte’s Web is based on E.B. White’s loving story of the friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a little gray spider named Charlotte. Wilbur has a problem: how to avoid winding up as pork chops! Charlotte, a fine writer and true friend, hits on a plan to fool Farmer Zuckerman. She will create a […]

$29

Karen Morgan

PACE Center 20000 PIkes Peak Ave., Parker, United States

Born and raised in Athens, Georgia, Karen Morgan is a former trial attorney who began her professional comedy career as a finalist on Nickelodeon’s Search for the Funniest Mom in America. Karen has had two Dry Bar Comedy Specials: Rub Some Dirt on It (2023) and Go Dawgs! (2020) and has appeared on comedy TV shows like Gotham Comedy Live. Her […]

$29

Michael Carbonaro

PACE Center 20000 PIkes Peak Ave., Parker, United States

After hundreds of sold out performances and critical acclaim from his inaugural theatrical tour, Michael Carbonaro takes the stage with a brand new show!  From his hit television series “The Carbonaro Effect” on truTV, America’s favorite Trickster makes a triumphant return to live performances in CARBONARO: LIES ON STAGE, conjuring up a concoction of unbelievable […]

$54

Art Exhibit Reception: X-Tra Large

The Schoolhouse 19650 Mainstreet, Parker, United States

Join us at a reception to meet these talented artists in person on April 25 from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. The Schoolhouse bar will be available for drinks to purchase.

Free

Miss Nelson is Missing

PACE Center 20000 PIkes Peak Ave., Parker, United States

AUTHOR: JEFFREY HATCHER Miss Nelson can’t control her crazy classroom because she’s just too nice. But when she disappears, her replacement is the hard-as-nails, detention-loving, recess-canceling, homework-overloading substitute teacher Viola Swamp! With the Big Test approaching, the kids suddenly realize how much they miss Miss Nelson and they’ll do anything — including hiring a private […]

$19

Parker Chorale: Vocal Bliss from Baroque to Broadway

PACE Center 20000 PIkes Peak Ave., Parker, United States

Town of Parker favorite, our own uniquely talented Parker Chorale, brings you a celebration of the joy, magic and history of singing and the human voice. Join us for an afternoon of song selections ranging from Baroque to Broadway as the Parker Chorale presents their much-anticipated spring performance joined by Legend High School Choirs, this […]

$29

Member Event | The Penrose Heritage Museum: Evolution of Transportation

PACE Center 20000 PIkes Peak Ave., Parker, United States

This lecture will explore the development and evolution of Penrose Heritage Museum in Colorado Springs. First envisioned by Colorado Springs entrepreneur Spencer Penrose and created after his death by his wife, philanthropist Julie Penrose, the museum has grown since 1941 from a small carriage museum to a regional history museum showcasing the full evolution of […]

Free

Parker Symphony Orchestra: Disembark at the Americas

PACE Center 20000 PIkes Peak Ave., Parker, United States

Join us as we embark on a musical cruise around the world to celebrate 30 years of bringing music to Parker and beyond! In our final concert of the season, we welcome you back to “The Americas” with toe-tapping, finger-snapping Latin American rhythms and familiar American song. Enjoy compositions like Barber’s “Overture to the School […]

$29

Neil Berg’s 100 Years of Broadway

PACE Center 20000 PIkes Peak Ave., Parker, United States

Neil Berg’s widely acclaimed 100 Years of Broadway is a musical revue of Broadway’s most celebrated shows features a dazzling cast of Broadway stars accompanied by an all-star New York band. 100 Years of Broadway recreates the greatest moments from the finest shows of the century featuring the actual stars of shows such as The Phantom […]

$44

Neon Nights Adult Prom Fundraiser

The Schoolhouse 19650 Mainstreet, Parker, United States

A “glow up” for grownups! Join us June 1, 2024 for Neon Nights: Adult Prom Fundraiser from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at The Schoolhouse. This ultra-illuminated dance party features wow-worthy décor, a glow-in-the-dark makeup station with tattoos and jewelry, photo op vignettes and a non-stop mix of your pop favorites. Don’t miss this color-boosted, […]

$75

Comedian Sam Adams at Villa Parker

Villa Parker 10750 Pine Dr, Parker, CO, United States

Experience an evening of laughter and entertainment at Villa Parker's Comedy Night featuring comedian Sam Adams! Enjoy a lively cocktail hour with handcrafted drinks and music, followed by a delicious buffet-style dinner. Then, sit back and let Sam Adams tickle your funny bone with his sharp wit and hilarious observations. Don't miss out on this […]

The support of our business community is key in bringing amazing community events to Downtown Parker. 
While any denomination helps us get closer to our fundraising goals, please consider these options to gain additional marketing for the 2024 Christmas Parade or Annual Sponsorship

  • $500 = Level 1 Parade Specific Sponsor (Logo added to all Parade sponsor banners)
  • $1000 = Level 2 Parade Specific Sponsor (Logo added to sponsor banners and Entry in Parade or Holiday Market)
  • $1500 or more = Annual Sponsorship  (Logo on event banners; social media posts (2) per year; 10-minute speaking opportunity at DBA membership meeting)

Thank you for your consideration in supporting the Downtown Business Alliance!

To sign up for a spot in our Vendor Holiday Market,  please follow the steps below to sign up. Deadline to apply is Friday November 22,2024

For any questions, please email peg@eventsbyemg.com

2024 Holiday Market Vendor Info Terms & Conditions

Want to march in the Parade?  Please follow the steps below to sign up.
Deadline to apply is Friday November 22,2024

For any questions, please email peg@eventsbyemg.com

2024 PARADE INFO, RULES & GUIDELINES

Susan Bertocchi: Secretary

Shelli Mango: Member at Large

“Since 2014, Shelli has been a commercial property manager, managing one of Downtown Parker’s largest mixed-use commercial buildings and another building across Mainstreet, which includes office and retail tenants. Shelli is the former President of the Downtown Business Alliance, a 501 C 6 organization in Parker, currently serves on the Board and heads the marketing committee. This group comprises over 60 independent business owners that meet monthly and focuses on stimulating and improving the DBA’s members exposure, marketing and overall business. Since managing the buildings in Downtown Parker, Shelli owned her own fundraising company working with restaurants and retailers and learned how important marketing is to make a retail area vibrant. She has taken that experience and applied it to her involvement in the Downtown Business Alliance. Shelli’s experience in commercial property management with retail/office tenants steered her into entering her new career in Commercial Real Estate in 2019. She hangs her license with a boutique firm Madison Commercial Properties and absolutely loves the connection property management and commercial real estate offers her.”

Shelli Mango
Member at Large

Ashley Nagy: Chair

“Ashley is the general manager at Fika Coffee House. She is originally from Ohio but has been part of the Parker community since 2014. She is excited about being able to contribute to the continued growth of Downtown Parker. Stop by Fika anytime to say hello and enjoy a delicious cup of coffee!"

Kristopher Schnell

"Kristopher (Kris) Schnell is the President of Cogent Independent Advisors, a fee-only wealth management firm. Kris also serves on the Board of the Downtown Business Alliance of Parker as Immediate Past Chair. Kris previously worked for Bank of America/Merrill Lynch as a Financial Advisor and MetLife Securities as a Financial Planner. Kris began his career in financial services after experiencing firsthand what can happen if a family's best interests are not kept in mind. He was immediately inspired to combine the problem solving and analysis skills he had previously garnered in the civil engineering industry with his strong commitment to honesty, transparency and competency so that his clients would have a trusted source for financial guidance.”

Kris Schnell, CRPC
Investment Advisor Representative
19501 E Main Street Ave, Suite 200 Parker, CO 80138

Carrie Glassburn: Member at Large

"Carrie has over 25 years of experience in leadership, branding, organizational growth, and cultural facility operations. As the Cultural Director for the Town of Parker, Carrie is responsible for the leadership and strategic oversight of the diverse cultural programs offered in the Town of Parker’s facilities. Carrie holds a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Advertising from the University of Colorado in Boulder, and a Master’s of Business Administration from the University of Colorado in Denver. She was a 2017 graduate of the Denver Metro Chamber Leadership Foundation, and is a current Board Member of Parker’s Downtown Business Alliance. In her free time, Carrie enjoys spending time outdoors with her 16-year old daughter and two dogs.”

Carrie Glassburn
Cultural Director
Parker Arts
20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO 80138

Hayley Monterferrante: Treasurer

“Hayley Monteferrante is currently a Senior Vice President with FirstBank at the Parker and Mainstreet branch. FirstBank is the largest Colorado owned financial institution which has been providing full service banking for over 55 years. As a Loan Officer, Hayley is able to assist borrowers with residential, commercial, and business lending as well as consumer and business banking needs. Hayley is a Colorado native and holds a business degree from Colorado State University. Hayley and her husband both grew up in and currently reside in Parker along with their young daughter. In her free time, Hayley enjoys spending time with family and being outdoors.”

Hayley Monteferrante
Senior Vice President
NMLS ID 1087020
FirstBank – SOUTH Market
10961 S. Parker Rd. Parker, CO 80134

Brandi Wilks: Vice Chair

“Brandi Wilks is a 3rd Generation Parker-ite and her family has been here for almost 50 years. Her and her amazing husband Cory are now raising their 4 kids in this wonderful town. Brandi is a Realtor and Owner with her husband of Wilks Real Estate. Brandi’s dedicated to protecting and supporting this wonderful town through volunteering and serving on town boards."

Brandi Wilks
Realtor | Director of Operations
Wilks Real Estate
19590 E Mainstreet suite 100-5 Parker CO 80138

Omar Castillo: 2021-2023 Chair

“Omar Castillo has lived in Parker for 21 years with his wife Carrie, two kids Owen & Olivia and has worked in Parker for 13 years. Omar is Vice President of Lending at Champion Bank. Omar’s like to volunteer in his community by serving on numerous Boards in the area and giving back to his community.”

Omar Castillo
Vice President of Lending
Champion Bank
16790 Centre Court Parker CO 80134