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
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Thornton WinterFest Transforms Carpenter Park Into A Wonderland
Thornton’s Carpenter Park Fields turn into Santa’s Village, home to Thornton WinterFest on Friday to Sunday, December 12 to 14. Santa and his elves arrive on Friday at 6:30 p.m. to assist the Mayor and City Council member with flipping on the Village’s holiday lights. Fireworks choreographed to holiday music will fill the skies on Saturday. [Read more…] about Thornton WinterFest Transforms Carpenter Park Into A Wonderland
Free Days at Museums & More in December 2025
December ushers in the holidays, but also brings FREE fun across the Mile High City, thanks to the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District. As always, there’s so much to explore and experience in Denver on the cheap, thanks to our city’s generous FREE Days at museums and attractions. Remember that some places require you to get a timed ticket in advance, while others allow for walk-ins. Be sure to check policies before you head out. [Read more…] about Free Days at Museums & More in December 2025
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
Cole Winter Wonderland Community Fair: Free Holiday Meal Staples, Photos, Haircuts…and Shopping, Too!
DSST: Cole Middle & High School hosts a joyful community celebration — Cole Winter Wonderland Craft & Community Fair — on Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This FREE event in the heart of Five Points is more than your typical craft fair. While, there is the usual local vendors selling crafts and gifts, you’ll also find FREE holiday meal staples, FREE haircuts and FREE family portraits. [Read more…] about Cole Winter Wonderland Community Fair: Free Holiday Meal Staples, Photos, Haircuts…and Shopping, Too!
Shop Holiday Art Market Through End Of December In Littleton
Prepare to be dazzled at the wonderful Holiday Art and Gift Boutique held at the Depot Art Gallery now through December 28, 2025. The market features a wide variety of ceramics, toys, stocking stuffers, paintings, tree ornaments, jewelry, purses, birdhouses and more — all at a very reasonable price. Depot Art Gallery is operated by Littleton Fine Arts Guild. The market’s items are created by 60+ local members. [Read more…] about Shop Holiday Art Market Through End Of December In Littleton
Meet SAMta at Snarf’s Sandwiches with Free Photo & Gift Bag for Kids
Looking for a fun and unique holiday experience? Snarf’s Sandwiches has the perfect event for festive families — a rare chance to meet SAMta! That’s right, not Santa, but SAMta. Who’s SAMta? Sam is part of the trio that make up the popular sandwich shop’s famous mascots. (The other two are Bev and Chip.) They’re big 9-foot-tall characters who regularly make public appearances at Snarf’s events. [Read more…] about Meet SAMta at Snarf’s Sandwiches with Free Photo & Gift Bag for Kids
Available Now! Wendy’s Serves 67¢ Frosty for 10 Days
You will undoubtedly need to chill out and take a break from all of the chaos (and shopping!) with family and friends over the Black Friday weekend. And now you can add Wendy’s to your list of stops for a sweet deal. The popular restaurant is offering a cool deal on its iconic sweet treat, the Frosty — from November 28 to December 7, 2025. [Read more…] about Available Now! Wendy’s Serves 67¢ Frosty for 10 Days
Popeyes Offers Big Savings with New $20 Family Meal — Perfect for Holiday Gatherings!
As the holidays kick into high gear, Popeyes is giving busy, frugal families two big gifts this season — a break from cooking (time!) and saving money. From November 17 to January 4, 2026, customers can unwrap the restaurant’s new Popeyes Family Meal — a feast that brings big value and zero prep straight to the dining table. [Read more…] about Popeyes Offers Big Savings with New $20 Family Meal — Perfect for Holiday Gatherings!
2026 Key Tag Update! Wendy’s 2025 Frosty Key Tag Unlocks Free Frosty for One Year
See the update regarding the 2026 Frosty Key Tags below. Tag, you’re it! This annual offer from Wendy’s definitely won’t leave bargain hunters in the cold…well, err, maybe just “a little Frosty”. If you enjoy a little sweet treat with your meal (or just as a snack), you’ll definitely want to grab one of the chain’s popular Frosty Key Tags. The little tag is the key to a year’s worth of cool treats at no cost. A small investment (for a good cause) for a sweet payoff all year long in 2025. [Read more…] about 2026 Key Tag Update! Wendy’s 2025 Frosty Key Tag Unlocks Free Frosty for One Year