Whether they’ve been naughty or nice, diners can cross a delicious, stress-free meal off their Christmas wish list. Many Denver area restaurants will be open Christmas Day for dine-in service. Here are some low-cost and moderate-price options, along with a selection of fancy schmantzy spots in case you are in the mood to splurge (be sure to secure reservations for those sooner rather than later).
We will continue to update this list so check here for the latest additions. If you know of any we have missed, send an email to info@milehighonthecheap.com and we’ll do our best to add them.
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For those who still don’t have a Christmas tree because they can’t afford it, Arvada’s 
The clock is ticking and with Christmas only a few days away, you may be looking for some last-minute gifts and a great price. If you still haven’t found what you are looking for, you can avoid the holiday chaos by shopping online. There are some 
In the cities Germany, Austria and the German-speaking part of Switzerland, vendors set up stalls in the plaza around the cathedral to sell charming gift items and all manner of holiday goodies. Denver’s 2025 
It’s the last weekend to shop holiday craft shows, so avoid the malls and enjoy the fun. These shows are just the place to find that perfect locally-made, handmade gift. We have an entire page devoted to upcoming 
The Arapahoe County Fairgrounds and Event Center is the site of holiday, family fun with 
Celebrate the holiday season with the 
Does the exterior of your home shine brightly and radiate the holiday spirit with Christmas lights? For the past few years we’ve assembled a list of holiday light displays, both public shows and those at private homes. That single post has turned out to be popular, in fact more popular than any other December post. Our 2025 list and map had dozens of dazzling home displays up and down the Front Range, but we’re greedy and want to create the absolute best list in town for 2025. Bottom line: We want more and need your help! 
This year’s 
This holiday season, Commerce City launches the 
Here’s a growing list of 2025 holiday events in the Denver-Boulder area. This day by day guide includes events celebrating everything from now to New Year’s. We’ve included everything we know about, so that you can be sure to find something to do every day, whether you’re looking for tree lightings, Santa visits, Hanukkah celebrations, Kwanzaa gatherings, New Year’s Eve parties and more. 
Whether you’re a fan of toe shoes or can’t tell a tutu from a toucan, The Nutcracker is sure to win you over (and is the perfect introduction to ballet for children). The holiday classic receives stagings across the Front Range, from small dance school recitals to full-blown, big-budget productions with live orchestra and all the trimmings.
More than 2,300 museum stores across all 50 states, including Colorado, are participating in 
Each year, local organizations and community groups sponsor Thanksgiving turkey and food giveaways, to make sure families facing food insecurity or financial hardship can gather together for a traditional meal. We’re collecting as many of these turkey giveaways and food distribution events, as well as 
The ice may not be real, but it’s still a slippery world of fun. Olde Town Arvada has an outdoor ice rink called