Happy holidays everyone! The crisp Colorado air and twinkling lights seem to call for winter festivities that will create new memories for the whole family. Whether - to you - the holidays are about food, Santa, or loved ones, our Denver holiday events 2018list has you covered (and all within the Denver Metro area). So, bundle up and plan for some fun!
Downtown Denver Ice Rink- Denver, CO
Skating is FREE! Rentals: Adults $8, Children $6 (FREE on Sundays): Seven days a week, from now until February 3rd
Your kids' skate rentals are free on Christmas Eve and it's always free to skate at the Downtown Denver Ice Rink. Burn off some of that holiday sugar with an invigorating glide or twirl at one of the best Denver holiday events 2017.
Santa's Flight Academy- Denver, CO
FREE!: Daily until Christmas Eve
Visit the Cherry Creek Shopping Center for some last-minute shopping and an exciting excursion for your little one! Kids get to help Santa drive his sleigh and earn a cadet badge at Santa's Flight Academy. Expect some long lines at this one.
Santa's Village at Chatfield Farms - Littleton, CO
$20 for children or adults ($15 for members): Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays until Dec 23rd
Colorado's charming Chatfield Botanic Gardens hosts one of the most stunning and immersive holiday experiences for families. You'll see countless lights, meet live reindeer, take photos with Santa, do crafts with Mrs. Claus, take a hayride, and more!
Breakfast with Santa at the Downtown Aquarium - Denver, CO
Adults $18.99, Children $12.99: December 9, 10, 16, 17, & 22-24
Enjoy a festive holiday breakfast buffet and catch a glimpse of Santa swimming with the sea life. Plus, get pictures with Santa and 50% of aquarium admission.
Denver Pavilions Holiday Carousel - Denver, CO
$3 per ride or FREE with food donation: Starting December 11th
Add to the magic of the holidays with a spin around Denver's only seasonal carousel. Some Pavilions vendors will even provide free carousel tickets - just ask! And, to top it all off, you can support the food bank of the Rockies.
A Hudson Christmas - Littleton, CO
Adults $10.50, Children $8: Nov23, 24, 30 & Dec1-2, 7-9, 14-24, 26-31
Visit the beautiful Hudson Gardens in Littleton, Colorado for a lights display to be remembered! Warm up with hot chocolate and stroll through twinkling pathways.
Denver Christkindl Market- Denver, CO
FREE, though table reservations can be purchased: Now until Dec 23rd
Soak in traditional German and holiday music, while sipping a beer and indulging in danish pastries and German faire. This holiday fest is sure to have you shouting, prost!
Denver holiday events 2018continue to enchant The Mile High City until the very last minute jingle all the way to Christmas Eve and beyond with the city's best festive events.
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