The Castle Rock “Lighting of the Star” has been a community event shared by residents dating back to 1936. The same spirit of volunteerism, generosity and love of tradition exists today as Castle Rock businesses and residents prepare to celebrate Starlighting downtown on Saturday, November 22, 2025. The FREE event features caroling, dancing, Santa Claus, hot chocolate, Kids Zone and more — all along Wilcox Square. [Read more…] about Castle Rock Starlighting Brings Community Together
Things To Do
Boulder Switches on Holiday Lights on November 23
Downtown Boulder, always a fun destination, really shines during the holidays. Festivities begin Sunday, November 23, 2025, at 2 p.m. (earlier than in year’s past) with “Switch on the Holidays” when the Art Deco Boulder County Courthouse and the plaza in front of it (1300 block of Pearl Street) are illuminated. Santa, assisted by Mrs. Claus and downtown’s very own Freezie the Snowman, counts down to the grand illumination of the courthouse, the Pearl Street Mall and East and West Pearl. [Read more…] about Boulder Switches on Holiday Lights on November 23
83 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend
Bored on a budget? You’ve come to the right place! Mile High On The Cheap is the answer for Coloradans wanting to live large for less. Luckily, Denver has much to do and see for frugal families, bargain hunters, savvy seniors and anyone who’s limited on funds — festivals, concerts, movies, workshops, tours, sporting events and more. And, for weekend planners, we’ve done all the work for you… [Read more…] about 83 Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend
Visit The Village: Holiday Family Fun at Arapahoe County Fairgrounds. Bring A New Toy or Gift For Free Entry
The Arapahoe County Fairgrounds and Event Center is the site of holiday, family fun with Visit The Village on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Holiday revelers of all ages came spend the day strolling through a local vendor village, making crafts, meeting with Santa, sliding down an inflatable tubing hill, enjoying children’s activities, food, beverages, and more. [Read more…] about Visit The Village: Holiday Family Fun at Arapahoe County Fairgrounds. Bring A New Toy or Gift For Free Entry
Savor The Holidays at Denver’s German-Style Christkindl Market. New Location This Year
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 Christkindl Market moves to its new home at Tivoli Quad at Auraria Campus from Friday, November 21 through Tuesday, December 23, 2025. [Read more…] about Savor The Holidays at Denver’s German-Style Christkindl Market. New Location This Year
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
Annual Farolito Lighting and Pinecone Ceremony at The Fort
On Sunday, November 30, 2025, celebrate the Southwestern tradition of lighting the farolitos – paper bags filled with sand – and burning pine cones in the courtyard of The Fort Restaurant. The FREE festivities from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. usher in the holiday season as a unique alternative to the typical tree-lighting ceremony. [Read more…] about Annual Farolito Lighting and Pinecone Ceremony at The Fort
How to Enjoy Free Popcorn & $3 Soft Drinks at Harkins Theatres in 2026
These deals from Harkins Theatres definitely offer blockbuster savings for movie lovers! The regional theatre chain is now selling its popular 2026 Loyalty Cup. The program rewards frequent moviegoers with low-cost soft drinks throughout the year. Even if you don’t go to the movies often, the cup pays for itself in just a few visits. [Read more…] about How to Enjoy Free Popcorn & $3 Soft Drinks at Harkins Theatres in 2026
On-Sale Dates & Shows Announced for 2026! Denver Center for the Performing Arts Offers Discount Tickets Through DCPAccess Program
Denver is a world-class city, when it comes to the arts and so much more. And, fortunately for theater lovers on a budget, the city makes the arts more affordable for all. Among the Denver Center for Performing Arts’ discount programs, the most popular is its DCPAccess. The much-loved program provides affordable access to its shows — even the occasional Broadway production. [Read more…] about On-Sale Dates & Shows Announced for 2026! Denver Center for the Performing Arts Offers Discount Tickets Through DCPAccess Program
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 a winter market, 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
Grand Illumination Lights Up Denver Union Station
This year’s Grand Illumination at Union Station lights up the historic landmark on Friday, November 28, 2025. Festivities, including musical entertainment start at 4 p.m. with the lights turned on promptly at 6:10 p.m. The annual event features entertainment by the Denver Dolls, a visit from Santa & Mrs. Claus, fun activities and the lighting of the station and its tree. [Read more…] about Grand Illumination Lights Up Denver Union Station
Drunk Christmas 2025: Audacious Theatre’s Boozy Twist On A Dickens’ Classic. Tickets Are Pay-What-You-Can
It’s everybody’s favorite Christmas tale with a boozy twist. Join a drunken cast for a beer as they teach Scrooge a lesson about Christmas and all its “spirits.” Drunk Christmas is a shortened version of the Charles Dickens classic, and Audacious Immersive Theatre’s annual holiday show. Performances run on Fridays & Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. from November 28 through December 21, 2025, at various breweries around town. [Read more…] about Drunk Christmas 2025: Audacious Theatre’s Boozy Twist On A Dickens’ Classic. Tickets Are Pay-What-You-Can
Where to See ‘The Nutcracker’ Ballet In 2025
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.
But no matter the dance troupe, Nutcracker dazzles audiences with glittering snowflakes, shimmering sugarplums, the thrilling battle between the Mouse King and the oh-so-handsome Prince and more, all to Tchaikovsky’s extraordinary score. Spend a little or spend a little bit more, the choice is yours. (We’ve noted any discounts.) Here are some productions in 2025 to check out: [Read more…] about Where to See ‘The Nutcracker’ Ballet In 2025
Streets at SouthGlenn Holiday Parade, Santa’s Arrival & Tree Lighting
Santa, Mrs. Claus and their elves get a big welcome with the Streets at SouthGlenn Holiday Parade on Friday, November 21, 2025. This FREE event runs from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and includes a parade (starting at 6 p.m.), meet & greet with Santa’s reindeer, cookies, cocoa, face painting and the lighting of the giant holiday tree. [Read more…] about Streets at SouthGlenn Holiday Parade, Santa’s Arrival & Tree Lighting
Downtown Tree Lighting Ceremony in Longmont On November 22
Longmont residents can ring in the holidays with the Holiday Plaza Lighting on Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. There’s Santa, crafts and holiday music. Hot drinks, goody bags (for the first 300 attendees) and caroling provide the seasonal trimmings for this festive event. Crafts and activities are from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The Plaza lighting ceremony starts at 6:30 p.m. [Read more…] about Downtown Tree Lighting Ceremony in Longmont On November 22