Can you believe that it’s December already? 2018 has flown by and the holiday season in in full swing! Celebrate with your friends and family at these classic Denver events, you can even have breakfast with Santa!
Here are 7 Denver area holiday experiences that are too good to miss:
Zoo Lights
Denver Zoo: 2300 Steele St., Denver 80205
Cost: $10-$15
Animals built of lights plus countless lights draping the trees, this holiday event is a child’s paradise. Tickets are $13 for adults and $9 for kids. There are plenty of stops for hot chocolate throughout the zoo. Consider going on a weeknight to avoid some of the crowds. Get Tickets →
Here are 7 Denver area holiday experiences that are too good to miss:
Zoo Lights
Denver Zoo: 2300 Steele St., Denver 80205
Cost: $10-$15
Animals built of lights plus countless lights draping the trees, this holiday event is a child’s paradise. Tickets are $13 for adults and $9 for kids. There are plenty of stops for hot chocolate throughout the zoo. Consider going on a weeknight to avoid some of the crowds. Get Tickets →
Trail of Lights
Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms: 8500 W Deer Creek Canyon Rd., Littleton, 80128
Cost: $15-$20
This event at the Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield location offers attractions for all ages. From the synchronized music in the children’s play area to a three-sided light tunnel, everyone is sure to have an amazing night out. Stop by the warming hut to thaw out your toes and grab a hot drink. Don’t miss saying hi to Santa at Santa’s Village! Get Tickets →
Ice Skating at Evergreen Lake
Evergreen Lake: 29612 Upper Bear Creek Rd., Evergreen 80439
Cost: $6 - $14
The Evergreen Lake is the world’s largest Zamboni-groomed outdoor ice rink! The 8.5 acre stretch of ice is a beautiful sight to see! Nestled within snow covered ponderosa pines and snow-covered mountains, you won’t want to leave. Come for skating and take a break to warm up with hot chocolate and snacks from the ice house. Make of a day of it with a stop in Downtown Evergreen on your way to the lake. Learn More →
Movies and Milk with Santa
Wildlife Experience: 10035 S Peoria St., Parker 80134
Cost: $11-$15
Dates: December 15 9:00 A.M. - 10:30 A.M.
Santa and Mrs. Claus are taking time out of their busy schedules to stop by Highlands Ranch for breakfast with all the kids! Enjoy all you can eat pancakes and sausage. Craft projects will be available to kids to complete and take home and kids get a chance to take a picture with Santa! (Bring your own camera). Get Tickets →
Christkindl Market
Skyline Park: 16th St. and Arapahoe St. Denver, 80202
Cost: Free
A trip to Christkindl Market in Skyline Park will feel like a trip to Germany during the holidays. Bavarian musicians perform classic carols and traditional German Christmas market food and spicy mulled wine (gluehwein) are available for purchase. You can also snag some unique gifts for friends and family as you wander through the German market. Take the family ice skating at Skyline Park’s Southwest Rink, just a few steps away from the market! Learn More →
Klezmania!
Boulder JCC: 6007 Oreg Ave., Boulder, 80303
Cost: $25-$50
A popular Denver celebration has made it up to the Boulder JCC. Klezmania is a kick up your heels party on Christmas Eve. Come join the celebration and enjoy music from Sheldon Sands and his Klezmer Consort and friends. Purchase concert and dinner tickets to enjoy Kosher Chinese food. Ensure the kids have a great night by making a reservation for a workshop or two! Get Tickets →
Santa’s Lighted Forest
Georgetown Loop Railroad: 646 Loop Dr., Georgetown, 80444
Cost: $19.95 - $45.95
Choose from coach, parlor car or Presidential car for a night of fun reminiscent of the North Pole Express! Kids can meet Santa and his helpers while enjoying a winding rind through the snow covered Rocky Mountains and beautifully lit forest synchronized to music. This is a truly unique Colorado holiday experience. Get Tickets →
Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms: 8500 W Deer Creek Canyon Rd., Littleton, 80128
Cost: $15-$20
This event at the Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield location offers attractions for all ages. From the synchronized music in the children’s play area to a three-sided light tunnel, everyone is sure to have an amazing night out. Stop by the warming hut to thaw out your toes and grab a hot drink. Don’t miss saying hi to Santa at Santa’s Village! Get Tickets →
Ice Skating at Evergreen Lake
Evergreen Lake: 29612 Upper Bear Creek Rd., Evergreen 80439
Cost: $6 - $14
The Evergreen Lake is the world’s largest Zamboni-groomed outdoor ice rink! The 8.5 acre stretch of ice is a beautiful sight to see! Nestled within snow covered ponderosa pines and snow-covered mountains, you won’t want to leave. Come for skating and take a break to warm up with hot chocolate and snacks from the ice house. Make of a day of it with a stop in Downtown Evergreen on your way to the lake. Learn More →
Movies and Milk with Santa
Wildlife Experience: 10035 S Peoria St., Parker 80134
Cost: $11-$15
Dates: December 15 9:00 A.M. - 10:30 A.M.
Santa and Mrs. Claus are taking time out of their busy schedules to stop by Highlands Ranch for breakfast with all the kids! Enjoy all you can eat pancakes and sausage. Craft projects will be available to kids to complete and take home and kids get a chance to take a picture with Santa! (Bring your own camera). Get Tickets →
Christkindl Market
Skyline Park: 16th St. and Arapahoe St. Denver, 80202
Cost: Free
A trip to Christkindl Market in Skyline Park will feel like a trip to Germany during the holidays. Bavarian musicians perform classic carols and traditional German Christmas market food and spicy mulled wine (gluehwein) are available for purchase. You can also snag some unique gifts for friends and family as you wander through the German market. Take the family ice skating at Skyline Park’s Southwest Rink, just a few steps away from the market! Learn More →
Klezmania!
Boulder JCC: 6007 Oreg Ave., Boulder, 80303
Cost: $25-$50
A popular Denver celebration has made it up to the Boulder JCC. Klezmania is a kick up your heels party on Christmas Eve. Come join the celebration and enjoy music from Sheldon Sands and his Klezmer Consort and friends. Purchase concert and dinner tickets to enjoy Kosher Chinese food. Ensure the kids have a great night by making a reservation for a workshop or two! Get Tickets →
Santa’s Lighted Forest
Georgetown Loop Railroad: 646 Loop Dr., Georgetown, 80444
Cost: $19.95 - $45.95
Choose from coach, parlor car or Presidential car for a night of fun reminiscent of the North Pole Express! Kids can meet Santa and his helpers while enjoying a winding rind through the snow covered Rocky Mountains and beautifully lit forest synchronized to music. This is a truly unique Colorado holiday experience. Get Tickets →