Celebrate the Holidays in Civic Center Park – City and County of Denver
Celebrate the Holidays in Civic Center Park – City and County of Denver
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So much holiday fun coming your way!
Light the Lights 2024
Denver’s annual holiday event at the City and County Building on November 27th.
Event Overview
Light the Lights 2024 is Denver’s annual holiday kickoff event, bringing the community together for an evening of music, lights, and celebration. The event will be hosted by Denver7 anchor Micah Smith, and features performances by the Denver Gay Men’s Chorus, special appearances by Denver’s beloved mascots, and a dazzling light and music show at the City and County Building. This year’s event will take place Wednesday, November 27, from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM, on Bannock Street in front of the City and County Building.
Denver Christkindlmarket
Fri, Nov 22 – Mon, Dec 23
Civic Center Park
Experience the magic of the holidays at this authentic German-style holiday market, returning to Civic Center Park with artisan gifts, live music, and delicious treats. It’s the perfect holiday outing for the whole family and admission is FREE!
Denver Christkindlmarket Hours:
November 22 – December 23
- Sunday – Wednesday: 11 am – 7 pm
- Thursday – Saturday: 11 am – 9 pm (Festival Hall open until 10 pm)
- Thanksgiving, November 23: 11 am– 4 pm
More details are available at christkindlmarketdenver.com.
The Mile High Tree
Presented by Xcel & Xfinity
Fri, Nov 22- Tue, Dec 31
Civic Center Park
The Mile High Tree’s breathtaking 110-foot display returns to Civic Center Park, with a special lighting ceremony on November 22 at 5:15 PM. From that evening through December 31, enjoy nightly light shows synchronized to festive music, creating a magical atmosphere each night..
- Lighting Ceremony: November 22 at 5:15 pm
- Nightly Light Shows: November 22 – December 31
- Every 15 minutes from 5 pm – 10 pm
- New Year’s Eve Special: Countdown shows at 9 pm & midnight on December 31
Find out more at denver.org/milehighholidays/mile-high-tree/.
It’s another longstanding Denver tradition — for one night only! The 9News Parade of Lights holiday spectacular features more than 40 parade entries including extravagantly illuminated floats, giant helium-filled character balloons, magnificent marching bands, traditional equestrian groups, and vibrant cultural displays. And of course, special appearances by Major Waddles the Penguin and Santa!
The parade takes place on Saturday, Dec. 7, starting at 6 pm at Denver’s City and County Building and winding through downtown.
Come on down to see it in person or watch all the excitement live on 9NEWS. The parade will also be rebroadcast throughout the month of December on Channel 9.
Find more information including the parade route at winterindenver.com/parade.