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Now onto the show:
FRIDAY - NOVEMBER 28th
Drunk Christmas @ Various Denver Breweries @ 8PM An interactive, boozy adaptation of A Christmas Carol popping up at breweries across Denver with pay-what-you-can tickets and festive holiday chaos.
Lumonics Immersed @ Lumonics Light & Sound Gallery @ 8PM A multisensory light art experience with evolving projections, music, and sculpture from one of the country’s longest-running light art studios.
Grand Illumination @ Denver Union Station @ 4PM The annual event features performances of classic holiday hits, family-friendly activities, specialty drinks, and, of course, the lighting of the station’s outdoor 40-foot-tall Christmas tree.
Candlelight: 90s Unplugged on Strings @ Trinity UMC @ 6:30PM Hear classical covers of 90s rock songs from Nirvana, Oasis, Metallica, No Doubt, Radiohead, & more performed by a string ensemble.
Hot Mulligan @ Mission Ballroom @ 7PM With Drug Church, Arm’s Length, & Anxious
Leftover Salmon Night 1 @ Boulder Theater @ 7PM With Jason Carter, Bronwyn Keith-Hynes, & more
Nils Hoffman @ The Church Nightclub @ 10PM With Natascha Polke & Dwelyr
Moms Feelin’ Themselves: Dance Party for Moms @ Bluebird Theater @ 7PM Featuring DJ Destiny Shynelle
Ripcords @ Globe Hall @ 8PM With Tinnitus, Summer Bedhead, & Black Hearts Remain
Little Hurricane @ Moxi Theater @ 8PM With Cold Weather Venture
SATURDAY - NOVEMBER 29th
Olde Town Arvada Tree Lighting @ 2PM Festivities include a lively pop-up market, musical performances, a festive march, and, of course, the annual tree lighting ceremony.
Holiday Bazaar: Ski Chalet Holiday Edition @ Belleview Station Denver BAZAAR returns with a cozy chalet-inspired shopping extravaganza featuring 50+ craft vendors and fashion trucks, holiday-themed pop-up bars and heated beer garden, street food, & more.
Small Business Saturday @ Stanley Marketplace @ 8AM This holiday season, support your favorite local retailers, restaurants, and service providers while enjoying special treats and fun activities.
‘A Drag Queen Christmas’ Drag Show @ Buell Theatre @ 8PM Get ready for your favorite queens performing live on stage in one of America’s most beloved drag tour shows.
‘The Grawlix’ Comedy Show @ The Bug Theatre @ 8PM
‘The Grawlix’ is Denver's premiere alternative comedy show, featuring stand-up and sketch from local comedy legends.
Bingo Loco Denver: Hip-Hop + R&B Edition @ Temple @ 7PM After sold-out shows in 200 locations around the globe, Bingo Loco stops in Denver for a unique rave party complete with comedian MCs, throwback anthems, lip sync battles, and more!
Motion City Soundtrack @ Fillmore Auditorium @ 6:30PM With Say Anything & Oso Oso
The Aces @ Summit @ 7PM With Lydia Night
Taylor Acorn @ Marquis Theater @ 7PM With Wilt
Space Laces @ Mission Ballroom @ 8PM With Getter, Automate b2b Aweminus, & BLVNKSPVCE
Lumasi @ Ogden Theatre @ 8PM With Flozone, Daggz b2b Milano, Wiley, & more
Leftover Salmon Night 2 @ Boulder Theater @ 7PM With Jason Carter, Bronwyn Keith-Hynes, & more
Seth Troxler @ The Church Nightclub @ 10PM With Slippin Jimmy & Miss Flowers
Keenan TreVon @ Bluebird Theater @ 8PM With Ego n Friends, E.M.E, & AC Yung
The Pretty Shabbies @ Globe Hall @ 7:30PM With Jaguar Stevens, Interpretive Tyranny, and Jack Campbell & The Headmess
SUNDAY - NOVEMBER 30th
Santa at The Station @ Denver Union Station @ 11AM Enjoy free photo ops with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Ends 12/21.
Santa Paws at The Station @ Denver Union Station @ 4:30PM Snap a festive photo with Santa, enjoy complimentary hot cocoa and pup cups, and soak in the holiday spirit under the twinkling lights of the Station.
Museum Store Sunday @ Clyfford Still Museum @ 10AM Shop in person or online and receive 15% off all regular-priced merchandise.
A Holiday Evening with Ingrid Michaelson @ Boettcher Concert Hall @ 7PM Kick off the holiday season with Grammy and Emmy nominated singer-songwriter/composer Ingrid Michaelson as she performs her biggest hits.
Sons of Pioneers: Warming Up to the Holidays @ Lone Tree Arts Center @ 7PM Join the legendary Sons of the Pioneers for a magical evening filled with the heartwarming spirit of the season and the timeless charm of the American West.
Denver Finest in Funk Showcase @ Lost Lake @ 5PM Featuring San Leandro, Corgi Cartel, Black Hole Boogie Band, & more
All Weekend
FRIDAY & SATURDAY - ‘Home Alone 2’ in Concert @ Boettcher Concert Hall Your Colorado Symphony will be performing every note from the original full film score ‘Home Alone 2: Lost in New York,’ while the beloved movie is simultaneously projected on screens.
SATURDAY & SUNDAY - Horseshoe Winter Market @ Highlands Masonic Temple This seasonal indie craft market brings together eclectic art, exceptional crafting, varied vintage thrifts, and more!
SATURDAY & SUNDAY - Holiday Market @ 3899 Jackson Street Denver’s Community Pop-up Market features 100+ local artists and craftspeople selling handmade, vintage fashion & goods, artisan jewelry, & more. Plus enjoy a holiday clothing swap and donation stations.
SATURDAY & SUNDAY - ‘Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet’ @ Paramount Theatre Be transported by the magic of jaw-dropping acrobatics, larger-than-life puppets, and stunning hand-crafted sets and costumes.
All weekend - ‘Nutcracker’ Ballet @ Ellie Caulkins Opera House Colorado Ballet’s ‘The Nutcracker’ returns to the stage with beloved characters, glittering sets, and dancing that will lift your spirits during this holiday season. Ends 12/28.
All weekend - ‘Frozen’ Musical @ Arvada Center Based on the award-winning animated film, this stage adaptation features all the beloved songs and characters in the awe-inspiring journey of sisterhood and love. Ends 1/4/2026.
All weekend - ‘A Christmas Carol’ Play @ Wolf Theatre Essential to the holiday season in Denver, ‘A Christmas Carol’ is a joyous and opulent musical adaptation of the classic story made for the whole family. Ends 12/28.
All weekend - ‘A Christmas Carol’ Play Aurora Fox Arts Center In a festive mood, the ladies of the Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen’s Guild Dramatic Society mount another assault on the classics with their stage version of “A Christmas Carol.” Ends 12/21.
All weekend - ‘Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors’ Play @ Garner Galleria Theatre Filled with clever wordplay and pop culture references, this 90-minute, gender-bending, quick-changing, laugh-out-loud reimagining of the gothic classic is perfect for audiences of all blood types. Ends 5/8/2026.
All weekend - ‘Job’ Play @ Curious Theatre With razor-edged dialogue and an unsettling edge, ‘Job’ is a provocative thriller that asks urgent questions about mental health, corporate loyalty, and what we’re willing to sacrifice to keep our place in the system. Ends 12/7.
All weekend - ‘Let Nothing You Dismay’ Play @ CFU John Hand Theater Eight actors play twenty-two characters in this lightning-paced holiday farce that celebrates families of all kinds. Ends 12/21.
All weekend - ‘Goodnight Moon’ Kid-Friendly Play @ Randy Weeks Conservatory Theatre Featuring whimsical music and dance, this captivating adaptation of one of the world’s most popular children’s books is returning to the stage after overwhelming demand. Ends 1/25/2026.
Limited-Time Holiday Events and Experiences
Ongoing - Denver Christkindlmarket @ Tivoli Quad
This authentic German-style holiday market hosts both local and European, craft & food vendors, entertainers for everyone to enjoy. Ends 12/23.
Ongoing - Denver’s Swirly, Twirly Market @ RiNo RiNo’s Holiday Market is bursting with handcrafted goods, shots of “syrup”, and more paper snowflakes than seems reasonable. Ends 12/21.
Ongoing - Cherry Creek Holiday Market @ Fillmore Plaza Local makers, designers, and creators present a one-stop-shopping experience for all of your gifting needs this holiday season. Ends 12/24.
Ongoing - Fine Art Market @ Arvada Center Shop thousands of giftable items like jewelry, ceramics, ornaments, paintings, cards, and more from over 100 Colorado artists! Ends 12/14.
Ongoing - Camp Christmas @ Stanley Marketplace Featuring Santa visits, nostalgic Christmas scenes and unique experiences, Camp Christmas is a dazzling dreamscape into the holiday spirit. Ends 12/28.
Ongoing - Santa’s Village Welcome to The North Pole-Santa’s Workshop, an enchanting vintage amusement park nestled at the foot of Pikes Peak in Colorado Springs. Ends 12/24.
Ongoing - ZooLights @ Denver Zoo Denver Zoo’s 30-year tradition is back for another season of holiday cheer and magic, complete with 80 acres of lights, ice-carving exhibitions, festive treats, and much more! Ends 1/4/2026.
Ongoing - Luminova Holidays @ Elitch Gardens This family-friend event brings larger-than-life holiday displays and immersive experiences for all to enjoy. Ends 1/6/2026.
Ongoing - Hudson Holidays @ Hudson Gardens & Events Center Thousands of colorful lights and enchanting figures light up Hudson Gardens into an extravaganza of holiday cheer. Ends 1/4/2026.
Ongoing - Christmas in Color Drive-Thru @ Water World Water Park / Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Experience one of the world’s largest animated live show drive-thrus and see millions of lights perfectly synchronized to holiday music. Ends 1/3/2026.
Ongoing - Mile High Holidays Drone Show For 40 magical nights, 600 drones will soar into the sky, creating holiday-themed animations. Ends 12/31.
Ongoing- Blossoms of Light @ Botanic Gardens For three decades this annual holiday light extravaganza has transformed Botanic Garden’s York Street location into a twinkling wonderland. Ends 1/11/2026.
Ongoing - Trail of Lights @ Chatfield Farms @ 5PM Enjoy an illuminated stroll complete with singing Christmas trees, light tunnels, antique tractors, live music, and a holiday market open on select weekends. Ends 1/11/2026.
Ongoing - Larimer Lights @ Larimer Square Stroll the block and enjoy immersive projection mapping, festive decor, visits from Santa, live holiday carolers, seasonal treats from local restaurants and shops, and more to make your season bright. Ends 12/31.
Ongoing - Miracle Pop-Up Bar @ Denver Union Station Step into a winter wonderland filled with festive decor, twinkling lights, and an enchanting holiday spirit. Ends 12/24.
Ongoing - The Polar Express Train Rides @ Colorado Railroad Museum This multi-part holiday experience combines a dramatic re-enactment of ‘The Polar Express’ and a magical train ride. Ends 12/23.
Ongoing - McGregor Skating Rink @ McGregor Square @ 6:30PM Open daily, McGregor Skate is the perfect winter activity for guests of all ages. Ends 1/25/2026.
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Ongoing - Nightingale Puzzle Room Experience @ Golden Puzzle Room You and your team will be placed in a themed room where you will search for clues to solve puzzles until you reach a final goal. Ends 1/6/2026.
Ongoing - ‘Shiki Dreams’ Immersive Experience @ Colorado Mills Mall Traditional art and digital technology come together in this magical immersive experience, taking you on a journey of discovery alongside Shiki, a mystical yeti and leader of the Spirits of the Forest. Ends 12/29.
Ongoing - Bounce Empire Experience over 50 thrilling amusement attractions at Bounce Empire, the world's largest inflatable amusement park! Ends 1/6/2026.
Ongoing - ‘Beat The Bomb’ Experience
The World’s Craziest Team Game is coming to Denver! Step into a real life video game and get blasted with paint, foam, and slime if you lose. Ends 8/2026.
Ongoing - ‘BEYOND: Laser Light Experience’ Immersive Exhibition @ International Church of Cannabis Visit this mind-expanding, 360º audio-visual immersive experience, plus enjoy a retro arcade lounge, art gallery, movie theater, and a garden with multiple Instagram picture moments. Ends 30/04/2026.
Ongoing - ‘Dinos Alive’ Immersive Experience @ Art Center Denver
Walk among the giants that once ruled our planet millions of years ago at this immersive Jurassic-themed exhibition featuring life-sized animated dinosaur replicas. Ends 1/25/2026.
Ongoing - ‘Brick Planet: A Magical Journey Made With LEGO Bricks’ Exhibition @ DMNS Explore our planet’s unique ecosystems, brought to life through colorful, playful environments where nature provides the building blocks for creative inspiration and scientific discovery. Ends 5/3/2026.
Ongoing - ‘The Secret World of Elephants’ Exhibition @ DMNS Discover the remarkable science behind nature’s most lovable giants through special hands-on interactions and exhibits. Ends 1/2026.
Ongoing - ‘Discovering Teen Rex’ Exhibition @ DMNS Take an extraordinary journey into our prehistoric past as DMNS unveils a remarkable fossil discovered by a crew of inquisitive young dino hunters in North Dakota.
Ongoing - ‘Roni Horn: Water,Water On the Wall, You’re the Fairest of Them All’ Exhibition @ MCA Presenting works in a range of mediums – including sculpture, photography, drawing, and bookmaking – Roni Horn’s solo exhibition is the first to focus exclusively on the concept of water. Ends 2/15/2026.
Ongoing - ‘Deborah Jack: The Haunting of Estuaries’ Exhibition @ MCA The multi-medium exhibition features tumbling waters and fauna from the shorelines of four places: Maine, Louisiana, Brazil, and the island of St. Maarten, offering an exploration of humanity’s relationship to water. Ends 2/15/2026.
Ongoing - ‘Andrea Carlson: A Constant Sky’ Exhibition @ DAM Utilizing a combination of text and complex visual references, artist Andrea Carlson creates works that challenge the colonial narratives presented by modern artists, museum collections, and cannibal genre horror films. Ends 2/16/2026.
Ongoing - ‘What We’ve Been Up To: Landscape’ Exhibition @ DAM Featuring acquisitions from the past 17 years, the exhibition features never-before-seen photographs of diverse landscapes, helping viewers see and appreciate other times and places and consider where the world has been and what it is becoming. Ends 12/7.
Ongoing - ‘The Honest Eye: Camille Pissarro’s Impressionism’ Exhibition @ DAM Dedicated to ‘the first impressionist,’ this exhibition presents an overview of the artist’s illustrious career and examines his singular role within the Impressionist movement. Ends 2/8/2026.
Ongoing - ‘The Tangled Self’ Exhibition @ DAM Colorado artist Sadie Young invites visitors to step inside enormous mouths of towering monsters, dodge playful tube creatures, and discover hidden surprises in this colorful installation.
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