Loveland Other Christmas Activities 2026

Spectators line the streets of downtown Estes Park to celebrate the holiday season and spend an afternoon with Santa. The evening procession showcases over 40 dazzling entries, including handcrafted floats from the town and local nonprofits, lively marching bands, gleaming...

Visitors can watch a dazzling evening parade travel through downtown Erie, with marching walkers heading toward Coal Creek Park. Leading up to the parade, guests can enjoy open ice skating, take carriage rides, and visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus....

Participants run or walk around Windsor Lake and the Canal Trail across 5K, 10K, and kids fun run courses. Finishers take home handmade clay ornament medals and beanies, with an opportunity to visit Santa at the start line. The post-race...

Spectators gather to watch brightly decorated floats created by local businesses, churches, schools, community groups, and nonprofits. The procession includes marching bands, lit fire engines, and holiday carolers, wrapping up with a grand finale appearance by Santa Claus. Visitors can...

Families gather along Main Street to watch a festive procession of illuminated floats, marching bands, and participants adorned with twinkling lights, culminating in an appearance by Santa aboard a fire truck. Before the procession begins, visitors can take photos at...

Visitors can wander through a lighted maze, watch ice-carving demonstrations, and visit Santa at his village house. The event features ice-skating on the Village Pond, mini-train rides, carnival games for children, and shopping at the Holiday Marketplace. Guests can also...

Visitors gather to welcome the arrival of Santa Claus and watch the Mayor illuminate the community holiday tree. Guests can view the decorated Community Park trees, listen to local school children singing carols, and take rides on a holiday wagon....

Celebrate the start of the holiday season with family-friendly activities including carriage rides and an indoor snowball fight. Children can participate in free games and crafts, as well as visit Santa Claus for photos. Guests can also enjoy complimentary s'mores...

Visitors can step inside Northglenn's oldest standing building to experience holiday music from local musical acts and school choirs. The Northglenn Historic Preservation Commission offers baked treats and stocking-stuffer gifts for purchase. Children can also head upstairs to visit Santa...

Children and accompanying adults can take a ride on the 100% electric Tebo Train as it chugs along Pearl Street. The ride boards in front of Wells Fargo and offers a festive downtown experience.

Participants run or walk 5K, 10K, or half marathon distances along the scenic Big Dry Creek Trail with views of the Front Range. The holiday-themed event features festive music, an informal costume contest, on-course aid stations, and post-race food such...

Visitors can watch musical performances and theatrical skits, browse a holiday gift market featuring local artisans, and meet a Victorian Santa for professional photos. The community gathering also includes children's crafts, holiday stew, and other festive bites.

Participants learn pottery fundamentals, including pinch pot and coil techniques, to create items such as plant pots, vases, or custom planter pals. An instructor provides step-by-step guidance, and attendees can make and take home up to two clay creations. Materials...

Professional Dungeon Masters guide participants through a holiday-themed tabletop RPG campaign where players attempt to stop Krampus from seizing Santa's Workshop. Gameplay is split into Standard Tables for any experience level and Advanced Tables for players familiar with the mechanics....

Instructor Laurie Adams demonstrates several easy-to-medium watercolor designs suitable for Christmas, Hanukkah, or winter cards. Participants create as many holiday cards as time allows during the session, with watercolor paper also available for making small paintings. All materials, including envelopes,...

Participants paint handmade holiday cards featuring designs for Christmas, Hanukkah, or general winter themes. Instructor Laurie Adams demonstrates several easy-to-medium watercolor painting techniques throughout the workshop. Attendees can make cards or create small paintings on watercolor paper, with all supplies...

Participants create custom bookmarks and holiday cards using pressed flowers, botanical stickers, and decorative papers. This beginner-friendly adult workshop provides all necessary crafting supplies, with coffee shop drinks available for purchase.

Spectators gather along a two-mile downtown route to celebrate the holiday season with light, music, and cultural entertainment. The procession showcases more than 40 illuminated floats, giant balloons, marching bands, and live performance groups such as Mestizo dancers. Attendees can...

Guests gather in a heated pavilion for holiday caroling, cookies, hot cocoa, and a dramatic re-enactment of The Polar Express story. Visitors then step outside to board vintage coaches pulled by an authentic coal-fired steam locomotive bound for the North...

Visitors can experience a winter wonderland with roaming carolers, stage entertainment, choir performances, and the annual lighting of the tree. Family activities throughout the area include trackless train rides, hayrides, cookie decorating, s'mores making, and seated photos with Santa. Guests...

Visitors can meet Santa Claus and take photos. The gathering is hosted on site by the PRP Group.

Participants learn pinch pot and coil pottery techniques with step-by-step instruction to shape functional items like vases, plant pots, or custom planter pals. All clay and sculpting tools are supplied, allowing attendees to build and take home up to two...

Players participate in a holiday-themed tabletop RPG one-shot adventure where their party must thwart Krampus after an attack on Santa's Workshop. Professional Dungeon Masters guide groups through the campaign, which is designed for both first-time players and seasoned veterans. Tables...

Visitors gather in downtown Denver to celebrate the new year with synchronized fireworks launched from two rooftop locations. Spectators can watch the displays illuminate the skyline from vantage points along the pedestrian corridor.

Berthoud's SNOWFEST on Main Street features a snow sculpting competition, children's holiday activities, street caroling, a parade, and a Christmas tree lighting. Attendees can vote for their favorite sculpture.

Downtown Boulder transforms into a winter wonderland starting November 22, 2026. Experience the magic of the 'Switch on the Holidays' event, featuring a grand illumination and festive performances. Enjoy the 'Downtown Cookie Crawl' and a special ride on the 'Tebo...

The Boulder Star on Flagstaff Mountain is a beloved local tradition, first lit in 1947 and appearing every holiday season since. This iconic beacon, a joint stewardship of the Boulder Chamber and the City of Boulder, celebrates its 79th anniversary...

Brighton, Colorado, invites you to its annual Festival of Lights Parade on Saturday, December 13, 2025. This magical night-time event begins at 5 p.m., illuminating the city with festive floats and holiday cheer. It's a wonderful opportunity for the community...