Community Event
Art Stop
Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art 1750 13th St., Boulder, CO, United StatesExperience hands-on art making on the front porch of the museum, that complements the museum’s exhibits, during the Boulder County Farmers’ Market. Free admission during the market.
Empty Bowls Project
Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus 2121 Children’s Museum Dr., Denver, CO, United StatesVisit the art studio to make your own clay bowl, or purchase a bowl created by expert clay staff. All proceeds from Empty Bowls support Food for Thought, a Denver nonprofit fighting childhood hunger. Prices vary depending on bowl size.
Holiday Food and Gift Festival
National Western Complex 4655 Humboldt St. , Denver, CO, United StatesShop among more than 500 exhibitors for one-of-a-kind gifts including art, jewelry, music, toys, and Christmas decor.
Thanksgiving Break at the DAM
Denver Art Museum 100 W. 14th Ave., Denver, CO, United StatesStop in for art making in the galleries with create-n-takes and hands-on fun in the Print Studio. Included with admission.
CU Symphony Orchestra
Macky Auditorium 1595 Pleasant St., Boulder, CO, United StatesEnjoy a performance by the CU Symphony Orchestra, featuring a diverse repertoire, including the symphonies and large-scale orchestral works of several major composers.
Wassail Days
The Town of Frisco 1 Main St., Frisco, CO, United StatesCelebrate winter and the holiday season with wassail, a warm Old English apple cider. Local businesses will offer free samples of their own recipes. Guests receive a commemorative mug after trying 12 samples and stamping their “12 Sips of Wassail” card. See website for varying times on each day.
Lakewood Lights
Lakewood Heritage Center 801 S. Yarrow St., Lakewood, CO, United StatesSee the Heritage Center lit up in a display of holiday cheer. Enjoy hot cocoa and cookies, go on a hay wagon ride, make ornaments, and take a photo with Santa.
9NEWS Parade of Lights
Civic Center Park 100 W. 14th Ave., Denver, CO, United StatesWitness this annual holiday event complete with floats, marching bands, and a visit from Santa.
Yuletide Tea
Molly Brown House Museum Molly Brown House Museum Free Day Molly Brown House Museum 1340 Pennsylvania St., Denver, CO, United StatesLearn about the Unsinkable Margaret Brown’s love for Christmas. Tour the holiday decorations and enjoy delicious yuletide-themed treats.
Scrooge!
BDT Stage 5501 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder, CO, United StatesSee Charles Dickens’ story of greed turned to unconditional love, in which the audience becomes part of the play. Part of the Kids Kabaret series. Reservations required. See website for details.
