The holiday season is a magical time in Denver, filled with festive events and activities for everyone to enjoy. From shopping to performances, sips and sweets, lights, and ice skating, there are countless ways to celebrate in the Mile High City. So, grab your coat and get ready to immerse yourself in the holiday spirit with this list of exciting events happening in Denver.
Denver Holiday Shopping
Get your loved ones gifts they can’t find anywhere else when you shop at some of the most unique holiday markets the Mile High city has to offer.
Holiday in the Highlands
Where: 3737 W 32nd Ave
When: Saturday Dec 9th – 12pm-3pm
Sip and shop in the Highlands while taking advantage of exclusive one-day offers and raffles.
Cherry Creek North Winter Wonderland
Where: The Cherry Creek Shopping Center
When: Through Dec 24
Throughout the holiday season, you can enjoy Saturday Night Lights with complimentary holiday treats and festive entertainment. Don’t miss the Chanukah celebration and the Cherry Creek North Holiday Market, produced by Fetch Markets.
Mistletoe Market
Where: The Dairy Block
When: Saturdays until Dec 24
Sip & Shop local vendors while enjoying the beats of a live DJ.
Christkindlmarket with the Mile High Tree
Where: Civic Center Park
When: Through Dec 23
This authentic German-style holiday market features both local and European craft and food vendors, as well as entertainers for everyone to enjoy. Make sure to stop by after the sun goes down to witness the brilliance of the 110ft tall tree that puts on a mesmerizing show to music.
Holiday Shows in Denver
Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit by attending some of the most captivating performances in Denver.
‘The Nutcrakcer’ by the Colorado Ballet
Where: Ellie Caulkins Opera House
When: Through Dec 24
‘A Christmas Carol’
Where: Denver Center for the Performing Arts’ Wolf Theatre
When: Through Dec 24
Sips & Sweets in Holiday Fashion
Indulge in the holiday season’s delights with a visit to Denver’s bars and restaurants that have decked their halls with decorations designed to delight the senses.
Camp Christmas
Where: The Stanley Marketplace
When: Through Dec 24
This immersive experience offers not only cocktails and holiday cheer but also the chance to discover your holiday superpower, pay a visit to Santa, and savor craft cocktails from their Base Camp and Fairy Bars. Wander through a surreal mashup of nostalgic scenes, marvel at playful pun trees, and reconnect with the joy of the season.
Santa’s Little Man Factory
Where: The Little Man Ice Cream Factory on West Colfax
When: Through December 23
For a family-friendly event, this whimsically decorated factory hosts weekly events for date nights and the whole family.
Holiday Tea
Where: The Brown Palace
When: Through January 21
Holiday-Themed Pop-Up Bars
Tinseltown @ Denver Pavillions
Felix Navidad @ My Neighbor Felix in LoHi
See Denver Lit Up for the Holidays
Bundle up, and marvel at the breathtaking displays of lights throughout Denver.
Blossom of Lights
Where: The Botanic Gardens
When: Through Jan 7
Zoo Lights
Where: The Denver Zoo
When: Through Jan 7
Luminova Holidays
Where: Elitch Gardens
When: Through Dec 31
Ice Skating in Denver
Embrace the winter season by gliding across the ice at various ice skating rinks in Denver.
Downtown Denver Ice Rink
Where: Skyline Park
When: Through Feb 14
The Downtown Denver Ice Rink at Skyline Park is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike, offering a picturesque setting for ice skating.
Pindustry
Where: Rooftop of Pindustry in Greenwood Village
When: Through February
If you’re looking for a unique experience, head to Pindustry in Greenwood Village where you can enjoy ice skating on their 2,400 sqft rooftop rink.
The Halcyon
Where: Rooftop of the Halcyon Hotel
When: Through March
The Halcyon also offers a rooftop ice skating experience, although we don’t recommend this location, as it’s not real ice.
End Your Holiday Celebration in Your Cornerstone Apartment
With this extensive list of holiday events and activities, you’re sure to find something in your neighborhood that sparks joy and adds a touch of magic to your holiday season in Denver. So, gather your loved ones, bundle up, and make the most of this festive time in the Mile High City. At the end of the day, your warm and cozy Cornerstone Apartment will be there for warming up and celebrating the season from the comfort of your home.
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