Denver Area Welcomes Festive Events This Holiday Season
Denver, CO – As the holiday season unfolds, the Denver area is buzzing with a variety of festive events for residents and visitors alike. From art and music to winter wonderlands, there’s something for everyone looking to celebrate the season.
Starting today, the Holiday Bazaar at Larimer Square runs from 3-7 p.m. at 1425 Larimer St., offering visitors a unique shopping experience. For those inclined towards creativity, Sipping N’ Painting Hampden invites art lovers to join a “Sassy” session from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at 6461 E. Hampden Ave., with registration required.
An extraordinary concert, “Christmas in Concert,” will take place at 6:30 p.m. at the Lone Tree Arts Center, promising an evening of festive music. Meanwhile, the Marquis Theater will host Paerish at 7 p.m., with tickets starting at $19.
For theater enthusiasts, "The Nutcracker," presented by Parker Arts and Denver Ballet Theatre, opens at The PACE Center at 7 p.m., offering a magical experience beginning at $29. Alternatively, catch the abbreviated version of "Scrooge" at Jesters Dinner Theater in Longmont at 7:30 p.m.
Later in the evening, local band Left Lane Cruisers performs at HQ starting at 8 p.m. or experience the Turn Up Tuesday Open Mic night at Goosetown Tavern, creating a platform for emerging talent.
Families can enjoy the "Christmas Walk in the Woods," featuring lights and Santa, running from 5-8 p.m. nightly through December 31. Another festive option is the Blazing Bright Holiday Pop-up Bar at the Fireside Bar & Grill, open from 4-10 p.m. through January 4.
For a wintery experience, don’t miss the rooftop ice skating at Pindustry on Ice, available through the holiday period.
For more information on local events, contact Carlotta Olson at carlotta.olson@gazette.com.
-CARLOTTA OLSON, The Denver Gazette