Holiday Events

Illuminate the Holidays- Boulder

This event takes place on November 23rd and is free to the public. The festivities begin at 11 am with the Downtown Boulder Cookie Crawl! Check out local stores to fill up on holiday cookies. Stop by the Downtown Boulder tent on the 1300 block anytime between 11 am and 2 pm for details on the Cookie Crawl and for information on our mini-Freezie Scavenger Hunt!

Additional programming on the 1300 block begins at 2 pm.

2:00 pm – Aspire Aerial Dance

3:30 pm – TubaChristmas

5:00 pm – Switch on the Holidays Main Program
Kick off the holiday season as we flip the switch that illuminates lights along the Pearl Street Mall, Civic Area and around the Boulder County Courthouse during Switch on the Holidays! 

The main program includes performances by Boulder Ballet (with pieces from their upcoming performances of The Nutcracker) and Boulder Chorale (celebrating their 60th anniversary season). The program concludes with Santa & Mrs. Claus, Freezie the Snowman, and Freddy the Yeti joining us to flip the switch at approximately 5:20 pm.

Free visits with Santa & Mrs. Claus at the Downtown Boulder Visitor Information Center until 7 pm. 

Parade of Lights- Erie

Join the Erie Chamber of Commerce for the Parade of Lights on December 5th. Festivities take place at Coal Creek Park and downtown Erie, running from 4 pm to 9pm. This dazzling parade as it travels through downtown Erie, features local school choirs, free carriage rides, and a visit with Santa just before the Parade of Lights! Enjoy. There will also be open skating!

Parade of Lights- Louisville

Lighting up downtown Louisville on December 5th, the Louisville Parade of Lights runs from 5 pm to 9 pm. Starting at 5pm, local choirs, dance groups, and bands will entertain the crowds until 6:45 PM. For little ones who wander by the Waterloo, Santa will be available for visits, along with a photobooth. The Parade starts at 7pm.

Holiday on the Plaza- Lafayette

Find some holiday magic on December 6th at Festival Plaza in Lafayette. The event runs from 2 pm to 6 pm, boasting a visit and photos with Santa, live carolers, artisan vendors, and the annual tree lighting. Bring the whole family for an afternoon of festive fun, holiday treats, and small-town cheer in the heart of Lafayette!

Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony- Broomfield

Watch the George Di Ciero City and County Building at One Des Combes Drive light up for the holiday season, with a visit from Santa and the music talents of the local school choirs. You can enjoy the spectacular Community Park trees while the Mayor lights the community holiday tree. Families can enjoy free cookies and rides on the holiday wagon.

Winter Festival- Superior

Spend the afternoon of December 13th in Downtown Superior. Mark your calendars for this extravaganza where the spirit of the season, community unity, and unforgettable experiences come together in a truly superior celebration of winter’s enchantment. Capture cherished moments with Santa in festive photos, delight in live performances, savor hot chocolate, and shop for special gifts. This event runs from 1 pm to 5 pm.

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