Cold weather is finally here and the holiday season is well under way! Celebrate with all your friends and family by hitting the town to see these classic Denver events and even have breakfast with Santa! If you’re looking for a date night or a night with the whole family we have just what you are looking for.
Here are 9 Denver area holiday experiences you don’t want to miss:
Here are 9 Denver area holiday experiences you don’t want to miss:
Zoo Lights
Denver Zoo: 2300 Steele St., Denver 80205
Cost: $9 - $13
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: $6 - $11
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. The 2016 trail is longer than in years past, and they have also added a Magical Enchanted Forest. Get Tickets →
Blossoms of Light
Denver Botanic Gardens York Street: 1007 York St., Denver 80206
Cost: $8 - $13
Stop by to see Denver’s most popular gardens glowing with countless lights. The thousands of twinkling lights will take your breath away, it’s a splendid addition to any date night. You won’t want to miss a large field of sound-reactive, animated LED lights. If you’re feeling extra cool, grab some HoloSpex to take light viewing to the next level. Get tickets →
Breakfast with Santa
Wildlife Experience: 10035 S Peoria St., Parker 80134
Cost: $14 - $20
Dates: December 17, 23 & 24, 9:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M.
Santa and Mrs. Claus are taking time out of their busy schedules to stop by Parker for breakfast with all the kids! Enjoy a breakfast buffet with eggs, biscuits, french toast and more! Adults can sip on morning cocktails and kids get a chance to take a picture with Santa! (Bring your own camera). 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 →
Molly Brown House Museum
1340 Pennsylvania St., Denver 80203
Cost: $5 - $11
The museum is decked out for the holidays! Take a family trip to the museum to learn about the history of the unsinkable woman and take in beautiful holiday decor. Holiday tours are available through January 8th. Learn More →
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!
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 →
Klezmania!
Boulder JCC: 6007 Oreg Ave., Boulder, 80303
Cost: $18 - $25
A popular Denver celebration has made it up to the Boulder JCC. Klezmania is a kick up your heels party on the first night of Chanukah. Come join the celebration and enjoy music from Klezmer Consort and friends. Kosher Chinese food as well as a vegetarian and chicken option are included in the ticket costs. Ensure the kids have a great night by making a reservation for a workshop or two! Get Tickets →
Enjoy a fun night out or several nights out, these events don’t happen every day so you don’t want to miss them! Stay warm and happy holidays!
Denver Zoo: 2300 Steele St., Denver 80205
Cost: $9 - $13
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: $6 - $11
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. The 2016 trail is longer than in years past, and they have also added a Magical Enchanted Forest. Get Tickets →
Blossoms of Light
Denver Botanic Gardens York Street: 1007 York St., Denver 80206
Cost: $8 - $13
Stop by to see Denver’s most popular gardens glowing with countless lights. The thousands of twinkling lights will take your breath away, it’s a splendid addition to any date night. You won’t want to miss a large field of sound-reactive, animated LED lights. If you’re feeling extra cool, grab some HoloSpex to take light viewing to the next level. Get tickets →
Breakfast with Santa
Wildlife Experience: 10035 S Peoria St., Parker 80134
Cost: $14 - $20
Dates: December 17, 23 & 24, 9:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M.
Santa and Mrs. Claus are taking time out of their busy schedules to stop by Parker for breakfast with all the kids! Enjoy a breakfast buffet with eggs, biscuits, french toast and more! Adults can sip on morning cocktails and kids get a chance to take a picture with Santa! (Bring your own camera). 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 →
Molly Brown House Museum
1340 Pennsylvania St., Denver 80203
Cost: $5 - $11
The museum is decked out for the holidays! Take a family trip to the museum to learn about the history of the unsinkable woman and take in beautiful holiday decor. Holiday tours are available through January 8th. Learn More →
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!
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 →
Klezmania!
Boulder JCC: 6007 Oreg Ave., Boulder, 80303
Cost: $18 - $25
A popular Denver celebration has made it up to the Boulder JCC. Klezmania is a kick up your heels party on the first night of Chanukah. Come join the celebration and enjoy music from Klezmer Consort and friends. Kosher Chinese food as well as a vegetarian and chicken option are included in the ticket costs. Ensure the kids have a great night by making a reservation for a workshop or two! Get Tickets →
Enjoy a fun night out or several nights out, these events don’t happen every day so you don’t want to miss them! Stay warm and happy holidays!