Winter & Holiday Activities Around the Front Range
With shortened days and chilly weather, Coloradans are looking for the best festive activities the Front Range has to offer. For after work/school attractions and what to tackle on the weekend, this is the list for where to view lights and get your holiday fix!
Incredible Sledding at Beavers Meadows Resort Ranch:
Old-fashioned, low key getaway with great tubing, ice skating and trails for snowshoeing. Lodging available onsite, or rent a nearby cabin on Airbnb.
Tickets required at the Denver Zoo. Open through January 5, closed on Christmas.
With 80 acres boasting over three million lights, the zoo lights are a Denver holiday tradition.
Open weekends 12-5 in the Dairy Block alley
Each weekend, The Alley transforms into a holiday wonderland with twinkling lights and a fresh lineup of artisans offering specialty gifts for everyone on your list — from handmade jewelry and art to cozy knits and seasonal treats. Discover something new each week!
Open 11-7 on weekdays and 11-9 on weekends through December 23, 2024 at Civic Center Park
A winter wonderland awaits! The Denver Christkindlmarket is an authentic, German-style holiday market, which is host to 40+ local and European craft and food vendors, and tons of magical entertainment for everyone to enjoy. TShop for Christmas gifts, stocking stuffers, and more! Enjoy walking around with a pretzel, hot gluhwein, or pastry while you shop!
Botanic Gardens Blossoms of Light:
Tickets required at the Denver Botanic Gardens
Consistently lauded as one of the top holiday light shows in the nation, Blossoms of Light is a spectacular celebration that illuminates our York Street location. Wander a mile-long path through immersive, luminous displays that accentuate and highlight our plant collections. A cherished holiday tradition for nearly four decades, Blossoms of Light is constantly evolving to inspire wonder and delight in even the most seasoned visitors. Holiday treats and warm drinks, including the most amazing hot chocolate, are available for purchase at Offshoots Café and the Hive Garden Bistro.