Colorado Knows How to Celebrate the Holidays

We are lucky to have so many amazing events, festivals and activities this time of year. Colorado has a breadth of places to explore from German holiday markets to parades to makers markets. We've made a comprehensive list of some ongoing events this holiday season for you and your family to experience and enjoy.

The North Pole-Santa's Workshop, opens a new window

This is a vintage amusement park with a Santa's workshop theme. Enjoy sweet treats, visits with Santa and over two dozen unique rides.

Colorado Springs, CO

Thursday, November 2-Sunday, December 24

$32.00 per person, Reservations are needed

Children under 2 years old are free

Camp Christmas, opens a new window

This is an immersive experience with punny trees, enjoy cocktails, and experience some of the delightful weirdness in the holidays.

Stanley Marketplace

Thursday, November 16-Sunday, December 24

$21.00 per person

Children under 2 years old are free

Denver Christkindlmarket, opens a new window

Explore this winter wonderland, styled like a German holiday market, with local and European craft and food vendors.

Denver Civic Center Park

Friday, November 17-Saturday, December 23

Free and Open Daily

Winter Wanderland, opens a new window

Among a 16-block canopy of twinkling trees, stroll through a holiday market with rotating vendor booths and warm up at the Mistletoe Lounge pop-up holiday bar.

Cherry Creek North

Friday, November 17-Saturday, December 24

Open Daily

Blossoms of Light, opens a new window

This event is a Denver staple that is truly illuminating with it's display of never-ending lights and color. 

Denver Botanic Gardens

Friday, November 17-Sunday, January 7

Adults: $22-25

Seniors (65+): $21-23

Children: $19-21

Children under 2 years old are free

Trail of Lights, opens a new window

A glorious walk along a sparkling trail through the Colorado countryside with lights galore and synchronized music. 

Denver Botanic Gardens - Chatfield Farms

Fridays - Sundays only, November 24-December 10
Nightly, December 15-January 1

Adults: $14-16

Seniors (65+): $12-14

Children: $10-12

Children under 2 years old are free

Hudson Holidays & Light Up the New Year

Experience two brand new light shows--Hudson Holidays is a magical display of thousands of festive lights and then is transformed into Light Up the New Year, a vibrant display with lasers and upbeat music. 

Hudson Gardens

Hudson Holidays: Friday, November 24-Sunday, December 31
Light Up the New Year: Tuesday, January 2-Sunday, January 28

Adults: $20-30

Seniors (65+): $18-28

Children: $15-25

Children under 2 years old are free

Luminova Holidays, opens a new window

This event includes lights, rides and outdoor entertainments all in the heart of Denver at one of the most exciting amusement parks.

Elitch Gardens Denver

Friday, November 24-Sunday, December 31

$24.99-29.99 per person

Zoo Lights, opens a new window

There are incredible displays at the Denver Zoo that'll expand your imagination and extend your holiday season.

Denver Zoo

Saturday, December 2-Sunday, January 7

Sunday, December 31 is Sensory-Friendly Night

Children: $13-$21

Adults: $20-$28

Christmas in Color, opens a new window

Drive through one of the largest holiday lights displays in Colorado with snowmen, candy canes, and music that synchronizes to your drive.

Multiple locations:
   - Water World Water Park (Federal Heights)
   - Bandimere Speedway (Morrison)
   - Arapahoe County Fairgrounds (Aurora)

Monday, December 4-Saturday, December 30

$35-50 per vehicle

ICE! featuring A Christmas Story™, opens a new window

ICE! features your favorite scenes from the beloved movie A Christmas Story™, brought to life in magnificent sculptures hand-carved from more than 2 million pounds of ice.

Gaylord Rockies

Monday, December 4-Monday, January 1

Children: $17.99

Adults: $27.99

Holiday Lights Bus Tour, opens a new window

Enjoy a 90-minute bus ride around Denver taking in all of the beautiful holiday lights around town.

VISIT Denver Tourist Office

Tuesday, December 5-Saturday, December 30

$39.00 per person

International Snow Sculpture Championships, opens a new window

This event is a world-renowned snow sculpting competition where teams from around the world descend on Breckenridge, Colorado to hand-carve 25-ton blocks of snow into enormous, intricate works of art.

Riverwalk Center, Breckenridge, CO

Sculpting Week: Monday, January 22-Friday, January 26

Viewing Week: Friday, January 26-Wednesday, January 31

Free