Fort Collins Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Fort Collins and surrounding areas
Fort Collins kicks off the festive season near Old Town with a lineup of things to do, festive events, and family fun centered around neighborhood hotspots. From the Garden of Lights to the Downtown Fort Collins Holiday Lighting Ceremony and the Holiday Gift Festival, local holiday attractions glow with lights and seasonal activities. Explore festive shopping, warm up at seasonal performances, and enjoy family-friendly events that turn Fort Collins into a lively winter wonderland during the festive season.
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Christmas Markets
29 eventsHoliday events and Santa mailbox in Downtown Greeley
Christmas Lights
21 eventsPrivate after-hours event rentals at Denver Zoo during Zoo Lights.
Christmas Shows
17 events33rd annual tour of a classic ballet with modern choreography.
Other Christmas Activities
18 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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Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet 2025
(Cheyenne)
33rd annual tour of a classic ballet with modern choreography.
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Longmont Lights
(Longmont)
Millions of holiday lights illuminating Roosevelt Park
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Loveland Festival of Lights
(Loveland)
Stationary parade with 'Floats on 4th' and holiday market.
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Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Fort Collins.
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Fort Collins Christmas FAQ
The biggest events include the Downtown Holiday Lighting Ceremony in Old Town and the Winter Wonderland drive-through light show. The Garden of Lights at the Gardens on Spring Creek is also a major seasonal attraction.
Fort Collins celebrates with a strong community focus on sustainable and artistic light displays, including the extensive downtown lighting and the mile-long Winter Wonderland drive-through, blending nature and holiday spirit.
Old Town Fort Collins is the most famous area for holiday lights, with additional neighborhood displays on streets like Albion Way and Geranium Lane offering festive residential decorations.
Local makers and Christmas markets are primarily found in Old Town Fort Collins and at neighborhood artisan markets throughout the city, especially during weekends in December.
Enjoying the free downtown light displays, visiting neighborhood light shows, and exploring open-air holiday markets are great budget-friendly options for experiencing the season in Fort Collins.
Families can enjoy the Winter Wonderland drive-through light show, the Garden of Lights walking trail, and family-friendly markets with activities like crafts and Santa visits, providing fun for all ages.