
We invite you to create your own holiday magic in Downtown Denver. With so many activities during the festive season, we invite you to eat, shop, play and stay Downtown.
World-class dining, ice skating atSouthwest Rink at Skyline Park,Denver's most spectacular New Year's Eve Fireworks display, locally-owned boutiques, and so much more-all in an unmatched holiday atmosphere.
Discover the magic of Winter in the City. the destination for a true holiday experience.
Create your own holiday magic in Downtown Denver. The city comes alive with sparkling lights, incredible shopping, dining and entertainment as the holiday festivities begin.
Don’t miss out on these Winter in the City events:
9News Parade of Lights

Downtown Denver
November 30, 8:00 p.m. & December 1, 6:00 p.m.
Downtown Denver Grand Illumination

From Denver Union Station to the City & County Building
November 23, starting at 6:00 p.m.
Southwest Rink at Skyline Park
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Skyline Park, 16th and Arapahoe
November 23 - February 14, various times
New Year's Eve Fireworks
For 11 years Downtown Denver has been illuminated as the New Year arrives
December 31, at 9:00 p.m.
January 1, at Midnight
Holiday Hotel Specials
With rates starting at just $52.80, there are plenty of choices to fit any budget. From quaint bed & breakfasts to luxury hotels, Denver has accommodations for every taste. Please check with your prospective hotel for rates as they vary depending on the night.

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Christkindl Market
Skyline Park, 16th and Arapahoe
November 23-December 22, 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Located in the heart of Downtown Denver at Skyline Park, the Denver Christkindl Market is part of Downtown Denver’s Grand Illumination. The opening celebration of the Christkindl Market features opening remarks by local representatives, musical performances by the Colorado Chorale Ensemble and the Austrian Connection, and the Christkindl arrival and prologue. This seasonal event brings the sights, sounds, and flavors of the holidays with a German flair to the 16th Street Mall. For nearly one month, Skyline Park houses foreign and local vendors carrying handmade crafts and traditional Christkindl treats.

- Some 300 restaurants in the city center and lively walkable nightlife spots
- World renonwned retailers and locally owned boutiques within Light Rail walking distance
- There's somuch to do Downtown! FREE Skating at the Southwest Rink at Skyline Park and two awesome fireworks displays on the 16th Street Mall on New Year's Eve, at 9 p.m. and midnight and more..
- Whether your visiting from afar or just need a "stay-cation" Downtown Denver hotels offer fabulous holiday rates starting at $52.80 per night
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