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Mile High Holiday Mart

Shoppers explore festive displays from more than 100 local merchants at this volunteer-run holiday market. Attendees can browse a wide selection of goods, with an early VIP session offering seasonal beverages and bites. All event proceeds support community programs assisting women and families in Denver.

What to Expect

Junior League of Denver holiday shopping market featuring over 100 merchants.

Event Details

Ages

Children 12 and under do not require a ticket.

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Junior League of Denver

Food & Drink

Private VIP Shopping includes seasonal beverages and bites; the public-shopping details do not specify food or drink.

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Holiday shoppers and local-gift seekers

Vibe

Festive and bustling

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

None

Location

University of Denver, Gates Field House
2201 E. Asbury Ave., Denver, CO 80208
Denver, CO
80208

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: Children 12 and under do not require a ticket. Veterans and DU ID holders receive free admission. Bring a new unwrapped toy for the Denver Santa Claus Shop to receive free admission. – Get tickets
  • Hours: Friday, November 6: Public Shopping 1-8 pm; Saturday, November 7: Public Shopping 9 am-5 pm; Sunday, November 8: Public Shopping 10 am-4 pm.
  • Parking: Free parking is included with a Private VIP Shopping ticket.

Tips & Advice

  • Bring a new, unwrapped toy for the Denver Santa Claus Shop and your admission to the Mart is free.
  • Veterans and DU ID holders get in free, so bring your ID or proof of veteran status when you arrive.
  • Book Private VIP Shopping if you want to shop on Friday before the public arrives, with free parking and seasonal drinks and bites included.
  • Children 12 and under don't need a ticket, so families only have to buy admission for older kids and adults.
  • Merchants should apply early because space is limited and fills on a rolling basis, and returning merchants must set up a new profile this year.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Private VIP Shopping on Friday before the public opening, with a separate ticket that includes early access, free parking, and seasonal drinks and bites
  • Free admission for veterans and DU ID holders
  • Free admission when you bring a new, unwrapped toy for the Denver Santa Claus Shop
  • Children 12 and under do not need a ticket

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do kids need their own ticket?

No. Children 12 and under do not need a ticket, so families only need tickets for older kids and adults.

What comes with Private VIP Shopping?

VIP Shopping takes place on Friday before the doors open to the public. The ticket includes early access, free parking, and seasonal drinks and bites.

Can I get in free?

Yes. Veterans and DU ID holders get in free. Anyone who brings a new, unwrapped toy for the Denver Santa Claus Shop also gets free admission.

How do I become a merchant?

Merchant applications for the 2026 show are open on a new platform. Every applicant has to create a new merchant profile first, including returning merchants. It's a juried show with rolling admissions, and spaces are filled as applications come in.

Where does the money go?

The Mart is run entirely by volunteers and is a Junior League of Denver fundraiser. Ticket and booth sales support work for women and families in Denver. The League takes no cut of merchant sales.

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