Centennial Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Centennial and surrounding areas
Centennial lights up Christmas 2025 across its historic downtown with holiday activities and winter festivals that bring neighbors together. Catch Sensory Inclusive: Holidays are for Phamaly and the Colorado Symphony or head to Schweiger Ranch for the Austrian Christmas while touring familiar spots like Southglenn Town Center where Holiday lights and festive gatherings set a joyful tone. From guided holiday tours to family things to do and seasonal markets, Centennial’s festive happenings promise memorable evenings of lights, music, and community activities for all ages.
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Christmas Markets
30 eventsOver 100 artisan vendors and Santa visits
Christmas Lights
23 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
26 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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Longmont Lights
(Longmont)
Millions of holiday lights illuminating Roosevelt Park
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Disney's Frozen
(Arvada)
Stage adaptation of Disney's beloved film 'Frozen'
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Sensory Inclusive: Holidays are for Phamaly and the Colorado Symphony
(Lone Tree)
Sensory-inclusive holiday cabaret with live music and stories.
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Christmas Parties Near Centennial
Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Centennial.
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Cowboy Christmas Jubilee at Flying W Ranch
Western-style Christmas supper and live music show.
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Centennial Christmas FAQ
Centennial’s biggest annual Christmas events include the festive light displays at Centennial Center Park and various neighborhood holiday celebrations that bring the community together for seasonal fun.
Centennial embraces community-focused traditions such as neighborhood light displays and local artisan markets that highlight handmade crafts and seasonal foods, fostering a warm, small-town holiday spirit.
Neighborhoods near Centennial Center Park and other residential areas known for their festive decorations are popular spots to enjoy Christmas lights and neighborhood displays during the holiday season.
Local makers and Christmas markets can be found at community centers, seasonal craft fairs, and artisan markets held near Centennial, offering a range of handmade gifts and holiday treats.
Free or budget-friendly activities include visiting the light displays at Centennial Center Park, exploring neighborhood decorations, and attending local holiday markets with no admission fees.
Families with kids will enjoy the walkable light trails at Centennial Center Park, holiday markets with kid-friendly crafts and treats, and community events featuring visits with Santa and seasonal entertainment.