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!
Things To Do
Watch Boulder’s Lights of December Parade on December 13
This 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
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
Old Town Skate – Outdoor Ice Skating In Louisville
Once 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
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
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink & Merry Market Brings Holiday Cheer to Commerce City
This holiday season, Commerce City launches the Winter Wonderland Ice Rink & Merry Market, a special outdoor experience bringing festive lights, cheerful music, local shopping opportunities, and seasonal activities to our community. The ice rink and market will be located in the Commerce City Civic Center parking lot on E. 60th Avenue. [Read more…] about Winter Wonderland Ice Rink & Merry Market Brings Holiday Cheer to Commerce City
Day By Day Guide To Holiday Events Around Denver-Boulder 2025
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. [Read more…] about Day By Day Guide To Holiday Events Around Denver-Boulder 2025
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
Great Deal! 3 Months of Audible For 99¢/month, Plus a $20 Audible Credit
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Don’t miss this Audible limited time offer! This is 90% off the original price! With the Colorado winter finally settling in, it’s the perfect time to cozy up and listen to a good book (or two!) Sign up for Audible and pay only 99¢ per month for 3 months. This deal is available to new Audible members only. [Read more…] about Great Deal! 3 Months of Audible For 99¢/month, Plus a $20 Audible Credit
Ice Skating Comes To Olde Town Arvada
The ice may not be real, but it’s still a slippery world of fun. Olde Town Arvada has an outdoor ice rink called Skating in the Square. The synthetic rink is located on the Olde Town Square at 57th and Olde Wadsworth Boulevard. Pricing (including skate rentals) is $10 for adults and $7 for kids under 12. Here’s what to know before you lace up your skates. [Read more…] about Ice Skating Comes To Olde Town Arvada
2-For-1 Tickets to Lumonics Immersed
Imagine stepping into a world where glowing light sculptures, video art projection, and music converge to relax your body and engage your mind and emotions. The Lumonics team has transformed a Denver warehouse into an intimate artistic setting. More than 75 light sculptures, in rotation from a collection of over 200 works, are on display and part of the immersive experience presented on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm. Each performance is new and orchestrated live. [Read more…] about 2-For-1 Tickets to Lumonics Immersed
Castle Rock Starlighting Brings Community Together
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
Denver Lights Up City & County Building For Holiday Season
The annual Light the Lights celebration kicks off the daily holiday light and music show on the plaza and steps of Denver’s City and County Building. This year’s event is Friday, November 21, 2025. At approximately 5:15 pm, the giant switch will be flipped by Mayor Mike Johnston, illuminating the City and County Building in an overload of holiday cheer! [Read more…] about Denver Lights Up City & County Building For Holiday Season
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
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