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Most Spectacular Christmas Light Displays in the Denver Area – Updated: 135+ Displays!

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: 135+ Displays!

Posted by Laura on December 12, 2025 | Updated December 15, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

How to Get Cheap Tickets for Hit Musical ‘The Notebook’ in Denver

Going to the theater can be expensive, so any opportunity to save money on tickets is music to the ears of theater lovers on a budget. And the next big musical coming to the Mile High City is The Notebook. Based on the best-selling novel that inspired the beloved film, the musical tells the story of Allie and Noah, who share a lifetime of love despite the forces that threaten to pull them apart. [Read more…] about How to Get Cheap Tickets for Hit Musical ‘The Notebook’ in Denver

Posted by Bryan on December 12, 2025 | Updated December 12, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Things To Do

Track Santa’s Flight on Christmas Eve With Help From NORAD

Norad SantaSince 1955, the folks at North American Aerospace Defense Command (or, as it’s better known, NORAD) have kept track of a sleigh pulled by eight reindeer. Coloradans were in on the tracking right from the early days with NORAD right in our backyard — Peterson Air Force Base in Colorado Springs to be exact. In the 1950’s, curious souls had to telephone in to find out Santa’s flight path.

Hello, 2025! Now everyone can track Santa’s route (online or on their smartphone using a mobile app) on Christmas Eve, as well as receive updates from the North Pole by checking out NORAD Tracks Santa. [Read more…] about Track Santa’s Flight on Christmas Eve With Help From NORAD

Posted by Laura on December 11, 2025 | Updated December 4, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

New Date! Enjoy $5 Tickets for Landmark Theatres’ Secret Movie Series

Love a good plot twist at the movies? Many of the major movie theater chains (AMC Theatres, Cinemark and Regal Cinemas) host “mystery” screenings with an opportunity for film fanatics to be one of the first to see a new release before it’s “officially” released to the public. And, best of all, tickets are available at a discounted price. [Read more…] about New Date! Enjoy $5 Tickets for Landmark Theatres’ Secret Movie Series

Posted by Bryan on December 11, 2025 | Updated December 11, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Things To Do

Meet & Mingle With Holiday Characters In Golden

Spend a magical day in Golden meeting and mingling with family favorite holiday characters along Washington Avenue. Jingle On The Avenue, A Holiday Character Mingle is set for Saturday, December 20, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Your little ones are sure to be delighted and there will be plenty of photo opportunities, live music and lots of festive holiday fun for the whole family. [Read more…] about Meet & Mingle With Holiday Characters In Golden

Posted by Laura on December 10, 2025 | Updated December 4, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

2nd Saturday at CSU Spur on Dec. 13: Family-Friendly Interactive Hands-On Fun

The Colorado State University Spur campus at the National Western Complex comes alive every second Saturday of the month for a day full of FREE interactive, hands-on activities that the whole family can enjoy. The next 2nd Saturday at Spur is Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This month’s theme is “Winter Festival,” and visitors will have the opportunity to participate in a host of interactive activities throughout the day. [Read more…] about 2nd Saturday at CSU Spur on Dec. 13: Family-Friendly Interactive Hands-On Fun

Posted by Laura on December 9, 2025 | Updated December 8, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

Central Platte Winter Festival at 17th Street Community Gardens On Dec. 14

Celebrate the holiday season with the Central Platte Winter Festival on Sunday, December 14, 2025, hosted by the Central Platte Valley Metropolitan District in downtown Denver’s 17th Street Community Gardens. FREE and open to all, this downtown holiday festival will feature an eclectic mix of favorite local musicians and festive holiday crafts. [Read more…] about Central Platte Winter Festival at 17th Street Community Gardens On Dec. 14

Posted by Laura on December 9, 2025 | Updated November 24, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

Huge Free Community Event: Chanukah at the State Capitol

A community Grand Menorah will be lit as the highlight of Chanukah at the State Capitol on Thursday, December 18, 2025, on the West Steps of the Colorado State Capitol. The FREE festivities, which start at 5 p.m., celebrate the Jewish holiday of light and the right to religious freedom with joy and festivity, including food and fun for all ages. [Read more…] about Huge Free Community Event: Chanukah at the State Capitol

Posted by Laura on December 7, 2025 | Updated December 4, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

Celebrate Chanukah On Pearl In Boulder

Boulder’s Jewish community holds a Chanukah Menorah Lighting on Monday, December 15, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the Pearl Street Mall. This FREE annual outdoor event is open to the entire community and has become a holiday ritual for many local families. The festivities include the Menorah lighting, music, latkes, sufganiyot (jelly donuts), hot chocolate, and Chanukah favors. [Read more…] about Celebrate Chanukah On Pearl In Boulder

Posted by Laura on December 7, 2025 | Updated December 4, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

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

Posted by Laura on December 6, 2025 | Updated December 6, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family Activities · Shopping · Things To Do

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!

Posted by Laura on December 6, 2025 | Updated December 5, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

Watch Boulder’s Lights of December Parade on December 13

Santa3This year’s Lights of December Parade brightens the core of downtown Boulder starting at 6 p.m. on Saturday, December 13, 2025. Enjoy floats, marchers and other non-vehicular contraptions decorated by local businesses, churches, schools and civic groups and some fully lit fire engines. Santa Claus makes an appearance at the end of the procession. [Read more…] about Watch Boulder’s Lights of December Parade on December 13

Posted by Laura on December 5, 2025 | Updated December 4, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

Snow Days Opens For The Season at Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus

A winter experience is taking over the Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus. Snow Days comes to the Museum’s Joy Park from December 6 through February 16, 2025. It provides true, Colorado outdoor fun for children and their families. Spend your day gliding around the rink, sledding on REAL snow, sipping hot cocoa by a toasty fire and more. [Read more…] about Snow Days Opens For The Season at Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus

Posted by Laura on December 4, 2025 | Updated December 3, 2025 Filed Under: Family Activities · Things To Do

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

Posted by Laura on December 2, 2025 | Updated December 2, 2025 Filed Under: Things To Do

Old Town Skate – Outdoor Ice Skating In Louisville

ice-skating-coupleOnce again, the City of Louisville will offer Old Town Skate, a downtown ice skating experience. The rink, located at Steinbaugh Pavilion and under new management, is now open through February 17, 2026. Regular rates (which include skates) are $10 for adults and $9 for children and older and FREE for children 4 and younger. [Read more…] about Old Town Skate – Outdoor Ice Skating In Louisville

Posted by Laura on December 2, 2025 | Updated December 1, 2025 Filed Under: Sports & Recreation

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