When it comes to winter and the holiday season, the Denver Metro Area has everything you could want for a festive day out on the town. Enjoy an evening stroll basking in twinkling holiday lights while appreciating artisan ice sculptures, an authentic german holiday market, and ice skating. Plus, don't forget festive eats and holiday sweets.

We've pulled together a list of our all-time favorite holiday festivals and traditions across the metro area for you to enjoy. Many of the family friendly attractions are free upon entry, but make sure to visit their website to confirm no tickets are required.

FESTIVALS and LIGHTS

Camp Christmas

Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park | Lakewood

November 17 - December 24 | Open daily from 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Cherry Creek North Winter Wanderland

Cherry Creek North | Denver

November 17 - December 24 | Open daily

Denver Christkindlmarket

Civic Center Park | Denver

November 18 - December 23 | Open daily from 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM, extended weekend and holiday hours

Blossom of Lights

Denver Botanic Gardens- York Street | Denver

November 18 - January 7 | Open daily from 4:30 - 9:00 PM

Christmas in Color

Water World Family Water Park, Bandimere Speedway, Arapahoe County Fairgrounds | Federal Heights, Morrison, Aurora

November 18 - January 2 | Open daily from 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Christmas At Gaylord Rockies

Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center | Aurora

November 18, 2022 - January 1, 2023 | Open daily

The Mile High Tree presented by XCEL Energy & Xfinity

City & County of Denver? Building in Civic Center Park | Denver

November 18 - December 31 | Open daily

Light the Lights

City & County of Denver? Building in Civic Center Park | Denver

November 23 - January 22 | Tuesday - Sunday, performances begin at 5:45 PM and 6:45 PM

Downtown Denver Rink

Denver Skating Rink | Denver

November 21 - February 12 | Open daily, times may vary

A Hudson Christmas

Hudson Gardens | Littleton

November 25 - December 31 | Dates and times may vary

Apres Ski Holiday Market

Dairy Block | Denver

November 25 - December 18 | Open on weekends

Luminova Holiday Lights

Elitch Gardens | Denver

November 25 - January 1 | Open daily from 5 PM - 10 PM

Merry & Bright Lights Show, Miracle at Union Station Cocktail Bar, Santa at the Station

Union Station | Denver

November 26 December 27 | Dates and times may vary

Denver Zoo Lights

Denver Zoo | Denver

December 3 - January 15 | Weekdays 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM, Weekends 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Snow Days at Children's Museum

Children's Museum Denver Marsico Campus | Denver

December 3 - February 17 | 9 AM - 4 PM

Living Lights at Butterfly Pavillion

Butterfly Pavilion | Westminster

December 17 - January 2 | 6 PM - 10 PM

ONE DAY EVENTS

2nd Annual Grand Holiday Parade, Tree Lighting & Santa's Arrival

The Streets at SouthGlenn | Centennial

November 18 | 5 PM - 8 PM

Castle Rock Starlighting

Historic Wilcox Square | Castle Rock

November 19 | 2 PM - 6 PM

Firefly Handmade Denver Holiday Market

Washington Park | Denver

November 19 20 | 10 AM - 4 PM

Grand Illumination

Union Station | Denver

November 25 | 5 PM

RiNo Holiday BAZAAR

Zeppelin Station | Denver

Nov. 26 27 | 11 AM - 5 PM

Chanukah Celebration

Cherry Creek North | Denver

December 18 | 5 PM - 10 PM

Enjoy everything you love about the holiday season can be found right here in Denver at one of the city's many events. Our favorites embrace the best of the season and will surely be a hit with everyone in your crowd. Make the most of our list and plan a weekend of festival hopping, and usher in a new holiday tradition with your friends and family.