This weekend its beginning to feel a lot like Christmas… in November! Many events from our Denver Winter Holiday Events & Festivals 2016 guide are kicking-off this weekend, as well as some more markets, family-days and speciality events!
Denver Christkindl Market
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When: Friday, November 18th through Friday, December 23rd, 2016
Where: Skyline Park, 16th St Mall, Denver CO 80202
Time: Sunday – Thursday 11am – 7pm; Friday & Saturday 11am – 9pm; Closes at 4pm on Thanksgiving Day
Cost: Free
Ages: All Ages
Denver Christkindl Market transforms Skyline Park into a magical “old world” European Christmas village, with wooden vendor huts, twinkling lights, festival music, and an authentic German Bier Hall.
Patrons will be transported to an authentic holiday market like the ones found in German public squares, to shop from thirty featured gift and craft artisans, bakers and chefs, many of whom have come to Denver from around the world.
Holiday Food & Gift Festival | Colorado Convention Center
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When: Friday, November 18th through Sunday, November 20th, 2016
Where: Colorado Convention Center, 700 14th St, Denver, CO 80202
Time: Nov. 18th 10am – 9pm; Nov. 19th 10am – 8pm; Nov. 20th 10am – 5pm
Cost: $14 Adults; $12 Seniors & Youth (13-17); Free for Children (0-12).
Psst… Enter Code: SANTA for $2 off your admission!
Purchase Tickets at: bit.ly/DenverHolidayFoodGiftFestival
Ages: All Ages
The 30th Annual Holiday Food & Gift Festival returns to Denver at the Colorado Convention Center. This festival is the largest holiday celebration in the west drawing many shoppers annually who happily complete their holiday shopping early.
Over 400 exhibitors will provide shoppers with one-of-a-kind gifts including art, crafts, jewelry, clothing, wood, music, photography, toys, Christmas décor, and more. There will also be a large gourmet food area where you can sample and purchase a wide range of food items including toffee, tea, chocolates, pasta, soups, dips, meats, coffee, jams, shortbread, chili, sauces and many more delights.
Santa Claus makes an early appearance at the festival and is available each day for kids of all ages.
St. Nick’s Holiday Market | Southlands Shopping Center
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When: Friday, November 18th through Saturday, December 31st, 2016; Closed on Thanksgiving & Christmas Day
Where: Southlands Shopping Center, 6155 S Main St #260, Aurora, CO 80016
Time: 10am – 1pm
Cost: Free
Ages: All Ages
Southlands Shopping Center is hosting the St. Nick’s Holiday Market daily throughout the holiday season! The market will feature a unique mix of vendors to bring you everything from artisan made holiday gifts to gourmet foods and holiday treats. With over 100 vendors you are sure to find that perfect gift or that delicious treat to wow your friends or guests.
Stargazing Hayride | HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Area
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When: Friday, November 18th, 2016
Where: HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Area, 6005 Ron King Trail, Littleton, CO 80125
Time: 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Cost: $15 – $20
Purchase Tickets at: bit.ly/StargazingHayride
Ages: All Ages
HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Area is inviting you to leave the city lights behind and take a two-hour night hayride into the Backcountry, where you will be amazed at the number of stars.
Bring a blanket and snacks as you stare up into the night sky. Relax as you breathe in the fresh air while listening to their local astronomers explain the sights above. The astronomers have telescopes strong enough to view the rings of Saturn when visible.
Holiday Tree Lighting and Santa’s Arrival | The Streets at SouthGlenn
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When: Friday, November 18th, 2016
Where: Commons Park at The Streets at SouthGlenn, 200 E Commons Ave, Centennial, CO 80122
Time: 6pm – 8pm
Cost: Free
Ages: All Ages
The Streets at SouthGlenn will host its annual Holiday Tree Lighting and Santa’s Arrival at Commons Park. The event will feature a festive and fun kick-off to the Holiday season.
Santa will arrive in a grand procession with toy soldier drummers, Rockette-style dancers, elves and Mrs. Claus. The giant tree will be lit and The Cube ice rink will open for the season. Enjoy free photos with Santa, free family entertainment and much more.
9Health Fair
When: Saturday, November 19th, 2016
Where: Denver Indian Center, 4407 Morrison Rd, Denver, CO 80219 & Inner City Health Center, 3800 York St, Denver, CO 80205
Time: Denver Indian Center 7am – 12pm; Inner City Health Center 9am – 1pm
Cost: Free; Some Screenings are fee-based
Register at: www.9healthfair.org
Ages: All Ages
9Health Fair offers the most comprehensive health screenings that are convenient and affordable.
Fee based screenings include: Blood Chemistry Panel, Hemoglobin A1C, PSA Test (for men) & Blood Count. Free screenings include: Bone Density, Height/Weight/BMI, Diabetes Risk Assessment, Blood Pressure, First Aid, Vision/Eye Health, Oral Health, Stress Management, Ask a Pharmacist Nutrition, Colon Cancer Education and Free Flu Shots provided by Walgreens, as well as Free Hep C Screening provided by NNAAPC.
5th Anniversary Family Day | Clyfford Still Museum
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When: Saturday, November 19th, 2016
Where: Clyfford Still Museum, 1250 Bannock St, Denver, CO 80204
Time: 10am – 5pm
Cost: Free
Ages: All Ages
Join the Clyfford Still Museum for a family-friendly celebration of their 5th Anniversary! Admission is free for everyone, and festivities will include tours, family-friendly drawing activities and a community-created art installation, a hat-making station, face painting, a performance of “The Noisy Paint Box” by Colorado Children’s Theatre, and light refreshments.
Free Family Photos | Washington Park
When: Saturday, November 19th, 2016
Where: Washington Park, Denver CO 80209
Time: 10am – 1pm
Cost: Free
Ages: All Ages
Stop by Wash Park this Saturday with your family and have family photos taken by professional photographers for free! No sign up needed.
Sugar Plum Bazaar
When: Saturday, November 19th & Sunday, November 20th, 2016
Where: McNichols Civic Center Building, 144 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80202
Time: Nov. 19th 10am – 7pm; Nov. 20th 10am – 4pm
Cost: Free; $5 – $10 Encouraged Donation to the Charity of your Choice
Ages: All Ages
Sugar Plum Bazaar will feature over 100 vendors, including handmade, vintage, clothing, jewelry, art, food, and other delightful goodies.
Backcountry Playtime | HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Area
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When: Saturday, November 19th, 2016
Where: HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Area, 6005 Ron King Trail, Littleton, CO 80125
Time: 10am – 1pm
Cost: Free
Ages: All Ages
Spend your Saturday morning at the HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Area Base Camp. Introduce your family to their two ponies and 10 hens as you get information on all the programs they offer.
The camp area will be filled with fort building materials, horse shoes, and a secret classroom, and will be open for unstructured exploration. Feel free to bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the fresh air!
November CORAL Extravaganza | Marine Aquarium Society of Colorado
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When: Saturday, November 19th, 2016
Where: Aurora Quest Academy, 17315 E 2nd Ave, Aurora, CO 80011
Time: 1pm – 5pm
Cost: Free
Ages: All Ages
The Marine Aquarium Society of Colorado is hosting its annual November CORAL Extravaganza! This event will feature marine corals, raffles and various vendors. Free and open to the public.
Centennial Holiday Lighting Festival
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When: Saturday, November 19th, 2016
Where: Centennial Center Park, 13050 E Peakview Ave, Centennial, CO 80111
Time: 4pm – 6pm
Cost: Free
Ages: All Ages
City of Centennial is hosting its 5th annual Centennial Holiday Lighting Festival at in the Amphitheater at Centennial Center Park. Bundle up, bring your friends and family, and enjoy performances by local school choirs and the Denver Ballet Theatre Academy.
Enjoy hot cocoa, hot cider, cookies, and top the evening off with a visit from Santa and the lighting of their spectacular tree.
Psst… Please consider bringing gently worn or new coats to donate to Coats For Colorado and/or a pair or package of new socks for donation to homeless shelters.
Harvest Market & Acorn BBQ Pop-Up | The Source & Slow Food Denver
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When: Sunday, November 20th, 2016
Where: The Source, 3350 Brighton Blvd, Denver, CO 80216
Time: 10am – 2pm
Cost: Free
Ages: All Ages
The Source & Slow Food Denver are bringing you a special Harvest Market and Acorn BBQ pop-up!
Bringing together farms and vendors from all around Colorado, the Harvest Market will be a one-stop-shop for patrons’ Thanksgiving dinner preparations. Additionally,Chef Bill Espiricueta of Acorn will host a special pop-up lunch featuring his celebrated barbecue.
Story Time with Belle | Second Star to the Right Children’s Books
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When: Sunday, November 20th, 2016
Where: Second Star to the Right Children’s Books, 4353 Tennyson St, Denver, CO 80212
Time: 2pm – 3pm
Cost: $5 Child; Free for Adults
Make reservations by calling: (303) 455-1527
Ages: All Ages
Join Princess Belle for a special story time at Second Star to the Right Children’s Books! Enjoy singing, reading, treats, games, and picture taking.
Psst… Admission includes a goodie bag.