Laura

Driving or strolling through a fairyland of outdoor light displays is a holiday treat that costs no more than gasoline or shoe leather. And there’s no place prettier than Denver/Boulder, especially when the snowy backdrop is the real deal. Here’s a list of the best Christmas lights in the area for the 2025 season. Our list includes professional and municipal displays and private homes.

We’ve put together a Google map for the home lights to make it easier to plot your visits. To see the map, just scroll down past the pictures of the lights.

We’re updating continuously, so send your suggestion for amazing displays to Laura@milehighonthecheap.com (please include the name of the display — if you know it, address and a photo): [Read more…] about Most Spectacular Christmas Light Displays in the Denver Area – Updated: 100+ Displays!

You better watch out, you better not cry. You better not pout, we’re telling you why, MHOTC has inside intel on Santa. Here’s where you can take the kids to share their gift wishes with the jolly man himself. Unless noted, all visits with Santa are FREE and he’s around through Christmas Eve. Do check, as some sites only let the kiddos onto Santa’s lap if you pay for a photo package.

We’ll continue to update the map as the Chief Scheduling Elf sends us more information, so check back often. Simply move your mouse over the location to find the Santa nearest you.

If you hear about Santa’s whereabouts and it’s not on our map, drop us a note with all the details at info@milehighonthecheap.com.

[Read more…] about Where To See Santa In 2025 & Have Your Photo Taken With Him

Chabad of Cherry Creek hosts a Chanukah menorah lighting on Sunday, December 14, 2025, from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The entire community is invited to enjoy the ceremony which transforms the streets of Cherry Creek North into a magical Chanukah Village.The FREE event includes face painting, traditional sweet treats (including hot latkes) and activities for all ages. [Read more…] about Free Chanukah Village & Menorah Lighting in Cherry Creek North

Superior is getting a new event, one designed to embrace the magic of the holiday season and bring joy and cheer to the community. Superior Winter Festival is a day-long extravaganza on Saturday, December 13, 2025, all over town from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. This celebration will offer something for everyone — naughty or nice! [Read more…] about Superior Winter Festival Lets You Celebrate The Spirit of the Season

Visit Loveland and Centerra are proud to present the Loveland Holiday Market! Celebrate the season at the Loveland Visitor Center on Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring your family and friends for a festive day filled with holiday shopping, winter fun, cheerful community spirit and holiday cheer. [Read more…] about Loveland Holiday Market: Shopping, Santa & Winter Fun

Olde Golden Christmas merriment is apparent on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. The Olde Golden Christmas parade features floats, clowns, marching bands, Victorian carolers, antique cars, holiday characters and, of course, Santa. The route is along Washington Avenue from 10th to 13th Streets through historic downtown. After the parade, grab lunch at one of the many restaurants. [Read more…] about Golden’s Historic Downtown Hosts Christmas Parade December 13

Get up-close and personal with a pair of real, live reindeer at Denver Premium Outlets on  Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. by the Center’s Fountain. Riverdale Reindeer will be on hand with two of their very own reindeer. Kids may take photos with them (from outside the fenced area), learn about fun reindeer facts, and get to hold reindeer antler shed. [Read more…] about Live Reindeer Visit Denver Premium Outlets on Sunday

Santa is all over the place at this time of year, but his reindeer make far fewer appearances. They are flying into Murdoch’s Home & Ranch Supply locations in December and you can see them for FREE. Before or after visiting the team, be sure to write a letter to Santa, color festive holiday activity sheets and learn how to make reindeer snacks. Don’t forget your cameras! [Read more…] about Meet Santa’s Reindeer Live at Murdoch’s Home & Ranch Supply

The stately Governor’s Residence at the Boettcher Mansion is open for FREE holiday tours on Friday & Saturday, December 12 & 13, 2025. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. both days. The tour of the entire main floor includes a peek at the Great Hall and the State Dining Room among others.

The red brick, Colonial Revival style mansion was built in 1908 and purchased in 1923 by Claude Boettcher. The Boettcher family later donated the house to the city. It has been decorated inside and out for the holidays. [Read more…] about Free Tours of Decorated Governor’s Mansion This Holiday Season

Santa makes his entrance in style when visiting Wings Over the Rockies the weekend of December 13 & 14, 2025. While his reindeer are resting up for Christmas, Santa plans to arrive in by limo or maybe even by helicopter to Santa in the Hangar. Kids can talk with Santa and Mrs. Claus, join fun activities, make arts & crafts, climb into select open cockpits, watch science demonstrations and more. [Read more…] about Santa Lands at Wings Over The Rockies & Exploration of Flight