All upcoming events
Every listing on the Front Range Wave calendar, soonest first. For the month view, see the calendar.
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Carmina Burana: Larimer Chorale 50th Season Opener
The Larimer Chorale opens its 50th season with Carl Orff's Carmina Burana, joined by the Centennial Children's Chorus, a professional orchestra and soloists. In-person and livestream tickets on the Chorale's site.
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Longmont Senior Center 50th Anniversary Celebration
Day-long open house for the center's 50th anniversary: a welcome lunch 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. with Longmont Museum and Library presentations on 1976 to 2026, screenings of the Elder Exchange film Where We Meet, historic
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Behind the Music with Njioma Grevious
Part of the programming for Gathered, the Open Studios group exhibit at The Collective. Free; register at CulturalCaravan.org.
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History of the Yule Log
Patricia and Gary Atkins speak on the history of the Palmer Lake Yule Log and how the custom came to town in 1934. Part of the Palmer Lake Historical Society program series.
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Old Town Skate Season
Downtown Louisville's outdoor ice rink. Hours: Monday and Tuesday 3 to 7 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday 3 to 9 p.m., Friday 3 to 10 p.m., Saturday noon to 10 p.m., Sunday noon to 9 p.m.; special winter break hours. Tickets
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Light the Lights at the City and County Building
Mayor Mike Johnston flips the switch to light the City and County Building for the season. The ceremony runs about 15 minutes, with ASL interpretation, and streams on Denver 8 TV. The lights stay up through Jan. 12, 2027
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Denver Christkindlmarket
German-style holiday market with wooden vendor huts, handmade ornaments, German food and gluehwein, the restored 42-foot Western Carousel, and glass ornament making and glass blowing workshops. Free. Weekends and the fin
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Mile High Tree Lighting Ceremony
Lighting of the 110-foot Mile High Tree, presented by Xcel Energy and Xfinity, with 60,000 LED lights. Free nightly light shows follow from 5 to 10 p.m. through Dec. 31, and up to 140 guests at a time can step inside.
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Fountain Christmas Tree Lighting
The City of Fountain lights its Christmas tree in front of City Hall, held as always on the Friday before Thanksgiving.
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Mile High Drone Shows
600 drones over downtown Denver every night at 7 p.m. for 42 nights, Nov. 20 through Dec. 31, with holiday and Denver scenes by Brightflight Drone Shows. Visit Denver points viewers to the Tivoli Quad on the Auraria Camp
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Lighting of the Trees in Bond Park
Estes Park lights its downtown trees for the holidays, with festive activities, Santa and a new illuminated wildlife display in Bond Park.
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AdventHealth Avista Louisville Turkey Trot
The 13th annual Thanksgiving morning run in downtown Louisville, raising money and food for Community Food Share. Registration required on RunSignup; youth pricing for ages 14 and under.
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Christmas at Forest Bend Farm
Hayride through the lights, Christmas in Colorado maze, a decorated 20-foot blue spruce, marshmallow roasting, alpacas and kids crafts. Open Nov. 27 and 28; Dec. 4 to 6, 11 to 13, 17 to 23 and 26. Evening arrivals every
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Holiday Lights at Hudson Gardens
Light displays through the gardens, including a grove of dancing Christmas trees, a light tunnel, giant snowmen and glowing reindeer, with hot cocoa for sale and free photos with Santa. Runs Nov. 27 through Jan. 3, 2027.
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Denver Union Station Tree Lighting
Holiday songs by the Denver Dolls, a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus, a photo booth, and the lighting of the station's 40-foot outdoor tree with more than 7,000 lights.
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Catch the Glow Parade
Holiday parade with more than 40 entries, including floats from the Town of Estes Park and local nonprofits, marching bands, fire trucks and specialty vehicles. Free.
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Olde Town Arvada Holiday Tree Lighting
21st annual tree lighting. 5 p.m. brass band march with Guerrilla Fanfare from 7401 Grandview Ave.; live music, Skating in the Square and shopping from 5:30; tree lighting at 6 p.m. in Olde Town Square hosted by Mayor La
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Smaller Business Sunday Holiday Market
Holiday market with local makers, small businesses and handcrafted gifts at Black Forest Brewing Company.
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Electric Safari at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
The zoo's 36th Electric Safari: more than 50 acres of lights, 90-plus handmade light sculptures, a nightly drone show and Santa through Dec. 23. Nightly Dec. 4 to Jan. 1 except Christmas Eve. Member early entry 4 to 5 p.
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Winter Day in the Park
Woodland Park's official city tree lighting, with a petting zoo, pony rides, a mechanical reindeer, a trackless train, ornament making, cookie decorating and warm drinks.
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9NEWS Parade of Lights
Free parade through downtown Denver with more than 40 units, including lighted floats, helium character balloons, marching bands, equestrian units and Santa.
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Grandview Holiday Market
More than 160 local vendors with handmade gifts, jewelry, art, decorations and specialty foods. Free admission and parking. Benefits the Grandview High School PTCO.
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Holiday Celebration at the Highlands Ranch Mansion
Free Highlands Ranch Metro District celebration with horse-drawn hayrides, Santa (arriving 10:15 a.m.), face painting, school choirs, Nutcracker selections, story times and vendors. Shuttles from the Mountain Vista High
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Gingerbread Party for Christmas Unlimited
Gingerbread and holiday activities benefiting Christmas Unlimited, with Santa available for pictures from 1 to 3 p.m.
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Olde Time Holiday Market
Holiday market that is part of Broomfield 2026!, the year marking the 25th anniversary of the City and County of Broomfield. Check the society's event page for final location details.
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Macrame Lamp Workshop with Yelitza Barrios
Hands-on workshop tied to the Gathered exhibit. Free; register at engage.lafayetteco.gov.
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Monument's Annual Tree Lighting
Holiday booths and a photo booth from 2 p.m., live music, dancing and choir from 3 p.m., and Santa arrives by fire truck at 5 p.m. to light the trees. Bring nonperishable food for Tri-Lakes Cares and new, unwrapped toys
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Rocky Mountain Stocking Stuffers: Be of Good Cheer
Americana and bluegrass holiday show with Jon Chandler, Ernie Martinez, Mary Huckins and band. Shows Saturday, Dec. 5, at 2 and 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, Dec. 6, at 2 p.m. Tickets: 303-987-7845 or LakewoodCO.gov/LCCPresents
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Centennial House Holiday Open House
Tour the Queen Anne-style Centennial House decorated for the holidays, with a seasonal snack; Historic Houses of Galena Street tour at noon. Free.
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Olde Town Arvada Eggnog and Cider Competition
11th annual tasting walk: pick up a wristband and taster mug in Olde Town Square (57th and Olde Wadsworth) at 5 p.m., sample eggnog and cider from participating businesses, and vote. Tickets through the Olde Town Arvada
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Merry Makers Market and Holiday Tree Lighting
Free market of local and regional makers at Aurora Central Library (14949 E. Alameda Pkwy.) from 4 to 8 p.m., then the Holiday Tree Lighting on the Aurora Municipal Center Great Lawn from 5 to 7 p.m. with Aurora Dance He
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People of the Sacred Land: The Untold History of Colorado
Talk by Richard Williams on the Cheyenne and Arapaho nations and their recognized title to the land under the Indian Trade and Intercourse Act of 1834.
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Miracle on Main Street
The City of Fountain's annual holiday event on Main Street, listed on the city's 2026 annual events calendar.
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Open Studios Artists Talk: A Gathering of Mediums and Inspirations
Artists from the Gathered exhibit talk about their mediums and influences.
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Palmer Lake Yule Log Hunt
Hunters in red and green capes search the woods near town for the hidden Yule log, then haul it back to Town Hall, where half is burned in the 1936 stone fireplace and half is saved for next year. A Palmer Lake tradition
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Canadian Brass: Wonderful Time of the Year
Holiday program of original arrangements by Canadian Brass. Shows at 3 and 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 303-987-7845 or LakewoodCO.gov/LCCPresents.
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Midnight on Main Street: A Wild West New Year's Eve Party
New Year's Eve at the Ute Pass Cultural Center. Tickets on sale Nov. 15; early bird pricing through Nov. 30 is $40 single, $70 couple, with standard pricing from Dec. 1.
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2027 Sundance Film Festival
The first Sundance Film Festival in Boulder. Screening venues include the Boulder Theater, Chautauqua Auditorium, eTown Hall, the Dairy Arts Center and Macky Auditorium. At-home online program January 28 to 31. Passes an
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The Great Fruitcake Toss
Manitou Springs flings its fruitcakes: tossing games, a costume competition, libations and a fruitcake bake-off.
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