Illustration of a christmas market scene (Colorado Country Christmas Gift Show)
Christmas Markets

Colorado Country Christmas Gift Show

Visitors can browse hundreds of booths featuring holiday decor, apparel, food, jewelry, and handcrafted gifts in Artisan Alley. The show features visits with a real-bearded Santa Claus, an intricate miniature railroad display, and strolling vocal quartets. Shoppers can also participate in a collaborative coloring wall, support youth entrepreneurs at the Kids Markets, and unwind with festive drinks at the cocktail bar.

What to Expect

Holiday shopping with artisan crafts, Santa visits, model trains, and cocktails.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Marketplace Events

Food & Drink

The Holly Jolly Cocktail Bar serves holiday-inspired specialty cocktails all weekend, and the Shopper's Lounge offers a place to relax with a drink.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Holiday shoppers and families with children

Vibe

Festive and bustling

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

$

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Location

Colorado Springs Event Center
3960 Palmer Park Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Colorado Springs, CO
80909

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: Adults (Box Office): $12.00; Adults (online by 11/12/26): $10.00; Senior (60+ at the box office): $10.00; Senior (60+ online by 11/12/26): $8.00; Military (with valid ID at the box office): $6.00; Children 13 and under: FREE with a paying attendee; Tickets after 4PM: $5.00 and can only be purchased at the box office.

Tips & Advice

  • Buy adult tickets online before opening day to get the advance discount, because online prices rise to match the box office once the show opens.
  • Join the show's email list to get a promo code that takes a little off adult tickets.
  • Bring a new toy, book or stuffed animal to add to the SNOW PILE fundraiser for Children's Hospital Colorado Foundation while you wait to see Santa.
  • Bring valid ID if you're coming on Senior Day or Hero Day, because both box-office offers need it.
  • Enter the Merry Money drawing at the show for hourly chances to win money to spend at vendor booths, plus a daily grand prize.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Senior Day (Fri Nov 13): guests 60+ get half off at the box office with a valid ID.
  • Girls Night Out (Sat Nov 14): music, drink specials, door prizes and a discounted ticket. Regular ticket holders can stay without buying another.
  • Hero Day (Sun Nov 15): free admission with valid ID for active military, veterans, police, firefighters, first responders, nurses, doctors and teachers. One admission per ID.
  • Friends and Family Day (Sun Nov 15, afternoon): 2-for-1 tickets.
  • New this year: Santa's visits benefit Children's Hospital Colorado Foundation – Colorado Springs, with a SNOW PILE toy drive.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is there for kids?

Kids can visit and take photos with a real-bearded Santa and watch the Tiny Trains model railroad just down the aisle. They can add to the coloring wall of the Colorado Springs skyline and shop at the Kids Market, where young entrepreneurs run their own booths.

Where can I get a drink?

The Holly Jolly Cocktail Bar serves holiday specialty cocktails all weekend. The Shopper's Lounge is a place to grab a drink and take a break.

Where are the handmade gifts?

Head to Artisan Alley, the artisan and handmade section, for one-of-a-kind gifts from local artists, makers and craftspeople.

Is there live music?

Yes. Free Time Quartet sings and strolls through the show on Friday. No Strings Attached performs Saturday morning and The Candelas Quartet performs Saturday afternoon.

How can we give back while we're there?

New this year, Santa's visits support the Children's Hospital Colorado Foundation – Colorado Springs. Scan the QR code in line or bring a new toy for their SNOW PILE fundraiser.

Tags

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Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team