Castle Rock Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Castle Rock and surrounding areas
Castle Rock welcomes the Christmas season with shimmering Holiday lights and community gatherings centered around Wilcox Square and Philip S. Miller Park. Events like Castle Rock Starlighting and downtown holiday carriage rides create festive events, seasonal entertainment, and family-friendly things to do. Enjoy evening lights walks, browse Christmas markets, and take part in holiday activities and storytimes that wrap the historic downtown in a warm seasonal glow.
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Christmas Markets
25 eventsOver 100 artisan vendors and Santa visits
Christmas Lights
24 eventsPrivate after-hours event rentals at Denver Zoo during Zoo Lights.
Christmas Shows
17 eventsHoliday concert with symphony chorus and children's choir.
Other Christmas Activities
30 eventsDenver's favorite holiday tradition with dazzling floats and Santa.
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Denver Zoo Lights
(Denver)
Private after-hours event rentals at Denver Zoo during Zoo Lights.
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A Colorado Christmas
(Denver)
Holiday concert with symphony chorus and children's choir.
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9NEWS Parade of Lights
(Denver)
Denver's favorite holiday tradition with dazzling floats and Santa.
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The Nutcracker
(Colorado Springs)
Classic holiday ballet performance
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Electric Safari at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
(Colorado Springs)
Over 85 unique light sculptures and illuminated animals.
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Disney's Frozen
(Arvada)
Stage adaptation of Disney's beloved film 'Frozen'
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The biggest annual events include the Outlets at Castle Rock Annual Tree Lighting in mid-November and the Castle Rock Starlighting ceremony in late November, both featuring live music, fireworks, and festive activities.
Castle Rock’s unique traditions include the lighting of the iconic star atop the Rock during the Starlighting event and the Season of the Star celebration, which spans from late November through January with various community festivities.
The Meadows neighborhood is well-known for its impressive Winter Night Lights Drive, while downtown Castle Rock offers charming walking trails with festive light displays and decorations.
Festival Park in downtown Castle Rock hosts the Starlight Market, featuring local artisans and food vendors. Additionally, various neighborhood markets and craft fairs near Castle Rock showcase local makers throughout the holiday season.
Free activities include attending the Starlighting event, exploring downtown’s holiday lights, and visiting neighborhood light displays. Many markets and festivals also offer free admission and family-friendly entertainment.
Families can enjoy the Outlets at Castle Rock Tree Lighting with live music and fireworks, the Starlighting event with Santa visits and chili supper, and the Winter Night Lights Drive in The Meadows, which is perfect for a festive family outing.