The holiday cheer starts at Centennial Center Park on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Amphitheater with the Centennial Jingle Jam. The annual holiday concert features songs from local school choirs and dance performances. Enjoy a visit with Santa, FREE cookies and hot chocolate and loads of holiday cheer. [Read more…] about Centennial’s Jingle Jam Celebration On December 6
This Week’s Holiday Craft Shows, Markets and Fairs
Holiday craft shows are few and far between over Thanksgiving weekend, but there are some fun ones nevertheless. These shows are just the place to find that perfect locally-made, handmade gift. We have an entire page devoted to upcoming holiday craft shows, markets and fairs in the Denver/Boulder area. It includes an interactive map to help you find the ones closest to your shopping flight path. As always, we call out some of our favorite picks: [Read more…] about This Week’s Holiday Craft Shows, Markets and Fairs
Meet Santa’s Reindeer Live at Murdoch’s Home & Ranch Supply
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
9News Parade of Lights Marches Thru Downtown December 6
Holiday parades abound this time of year, but the signature event for Denver is the 9NEWS Parade of Lights that takes place Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 6 p.m. See marching bands, 40 dazzling floats, marching bands, equestrian units, giant balloon characters and horse-drawn carriages illuminated with sparkling lights. [Read more…] about 9News Parade of Lights Marches Thru Downtown December 6
Littleton Candlelight Walk Includes Parade, Tree Lighting & Drone Show Nov. 28
Downtown Littleton officially kicks off the holiday season on Friday, November 28, 2025, with its annual Candlelight Walk and parade from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Santa Claus is the guest of honor for a procession down Main Street that includes floats, music, and holiday entertainment. The evening caps off with a magical drone show featuring 200+ drones. [Read more…] about Littleton Candlelight Walk Includes Parade, Tree Lighting & Drone Show Nov. 28
Rocky Mountain Holiday Train Show Steams Into Loveland
All aboard! The Rocky Mountain Train Show – Holiday Edition steams into Loveland on Saturday & Sunday, November 29 & 30, 2025, at the The Ranch Events Complex. With amazing operating layouts, LEGOs, kids activities, retail booths and more, this is a great show for the young and the young at heart, whether you are just getting started in the hobby or a long time scale modeler. [Read more…] about Rocky Mountain Holiday Train Show Steams Into Loveland
Create Holiday Memories In Parker This Winter Season
Downtown Parker hopes to help everyone create holiday memories with a series of events called Hometown Holiday Experience. Things kick-off on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at O’Brien Park. Usher in the holidays with fun activities and accents to Downtown Parker. Enjoy sponsor booths and activities with Buddy the Elf and his friends Elsa and Olaf from noon to 3 p.m. [Read more…] about Create Holiday Memories In Parker This Winter Season
Arvada Olde Town Tree Lighting Rings In Community Spirit
Enjoy an evening of holiday carols, community spirit and the annual lighting of the tree in Arvada’s Olde Town Square on Saturday, November 29, 2025. Festivities kick off at 2 p.m. with a lively pop-up makers’ market with Local Artisan Vendors, bars, and Skating in the Square. [Read more…] about Arvada Olde Town Tree Lighting Rings In Community Spirit
Decorating Your Home for the Holidays? Let’s Add You to Our Map of Holiday Lights!
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! [Read more…] about Decorating Your Home for the Holidays? Let’s Add You to Our Map of Holiday Lights!
Last Days! Where To Order Thanksgiving Dinners To-Go In 2025
If the thought of spending your Thanksgiving in the kitchen instead of watching holiday movies or football fills you with dread, don’t despair. Grocery stores and restaurants are happy to take care of most, if not all, the work. We did the math and found that most of these dinners work out to $7.50 to $10 per person.
Some of the more basic dinners don’t include dessert, but a few hours of baking something scrumptious might be just the recipe for getting into the holiday spirit. [Read more…] about Last Days! Where To Order Thanksgiving Dinners To-Go In 2025
Highlands Ranch Hosts Hometown Holiday Celebration on December 5
Searching for a hometown feeling holiday celebration, where friends, family and neighbors share the spirit of the season? Head to Highlands Ranch for Hometown Holiday on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Town Center South. The community tree lighting is typically held around 5 p.m. [Read more…] about Highlands Ranch Hosts Hometown Holiday Celebration on December 5
Amazing Christmas Light Show in Franktown. You Can Drive Through, Walk or Both.
This may be one of the best excuses for a holiday “road-trip.” For more than 17 years, the Raper family has been lighting up the Deerfield community in Franktown. This year’s Franktown Festival of Lights includes more than 500,000 lights covering more than two acres of 20- to 75-foot tall trees, gifts under the largest tree and the house. Many families spend up to an hour enjoying the grounds and unique light shows. Best of all, it’s FREE! [Read more…] about Amazing Christmas Light Show in Franktown. You Can Drive Through, Walk or Both.
Family Christmas Bird Count at Barr Lake. Reserve Your Spot Now
Christmas may be weeks away, but the Bird Conservancy of the Rockies is holding a “Christmas” Bird Count, geared toward the younger crowd. The Family Christmas Bird Count is Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 9 a.m. to noon at Barr Lake State Park. The event is designed to get young birders involved in the tradition of annual bird counts, foster a conservation ethic and give families a chance to get outdoors for a fun event. [Read more…] about Family Christmas Bird Count at Barr Lake. Reserve Your Spot Now
Save Big On Designer Goods! Dress For Success Winter Blowout Sale
Dress for Success Denver is holding a one-day only Winter Blowout Sale on Saturday, December 6, 2025. Donated items from local retailers are discounted by up to 75% off and range from $2 to $50. You’ll find new and near-new boutique-quality clothing (St. John, Escada, Micheal Kors, Eileen Fisher, Coach, Cole Haan, DKNY, Dior, Calvin Klein, Diane Von Furstenberg, Escada and more), shoes, boots, handbags and accessories. [Read more…] about Save Big On Designer Goods! Dress For Success Winter Blowout Sale
Today, Saturday! Toys “R” Us Pop-Up Store Grand Opening at Denver Premium Outlets
Denver Premium Outlets will host the grand opening of the Toys “R” Us Pop-Up store, featuring an appearance from the famous mascot, Geoffrey the Giraffe on Saturday, November 22, 2025 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The grand opening ceremony will include a ribbon cutting, FREE toy goodie bags and special offers from Denver Premium Outlets’ stores. [Read more…] about Today, Saturday! Toys “R” Us Pop-Up Store Grand Opening at Denver Premium Outlets