Announcements: Getting Festive
December Holiday Markets In And Around Denver
Denver Christkindlmarket
Now through Dec. 23
An authentic European market in downtown’s Civic Center Park between the Capitol and the Civic Center. Vendors sell home goods, honey, spices and clothing, as well as international products like German steins, glass-forged ornaments and alpaca wool apparel. Firepits, live music and St. Nikolaus and Krampus. Christkindlmarket is free to attend. More information is at christkindlmarketdenver.com.
Artists on Santa Fe
Now through Dec. 30
Artists on Santa Fe at 747 Santa Fe Drive is holding its 36th Annual Holiday Exhibition through Dec. 30, Two floors of artist studios with specialty handcrafted items including contemporary paintings, original prints, functional and sculptural ceramics and jewelry. Third Friday Artist Reception is Dec. 15 from 5-8:30 p.m. Check artistsonsantafe.com for daily hours of operation.
Cherry Creek Holiday Market
Now through Dec. 24 (except for Mondays)
105 Fillmore St. in Cherry Creek North
The Holiday Market brings 40-plus pop-up vendors, featuring artisan gifts as well as traditional retailers. Festive displays light up the market on Saturday nights. The Holiday Market is free to attend. More information is at cherrycreekholidaymarket.com.
Holiday Makers Market In Arvada
Weekends through Dec. 23
Olde Town Arvada transforms into a German-style outdoor holiday market with speciality gift stands spanning jewelry, candles, confections and more. More info at oldetownarvada.org.
Dairy Block Mistletoe Market
Dec. 2-3, Dec. 9-10, Dec. 16-17
The Saturdays and Sundays pop-up market is in the alleyway at the Dairy Block, 1800 Wazee St. More than a dozen vendors sell clothing, outdoor gear, wellness products, and more. Entertainment including the Grinch, caroling, holiday lights and food. The market is free to attend. More information at dairyblock.com/events.
Georgetown Christmas Market
Dec. 2-3, Dec. 9-10
Georgetown’s annual Christmas Market is a Colorado tradition. Horse-drawn wagon rides, decorated storefronts, a Victorian-robed St. Nicholas greeting rosy-cheeked tots, and stalls feature handicrafts by local artisans. A giant lit-up tree, carolers and views of the surrounding mountains add to the classic mountain scene. For more info: historicgeorgetown.org/georgetown-christmas-market
Five Points Holiday Stroll
Saturday, Dec. 9 from 2-6 p.m.
Family-friendly activities and the sounds of the season in Five Points. Enjoy shopping, family fun and holiday cheer on Welton Street between Broadway and Downing! Photos with Santa, Christmas carolers, making ornaments and gingerbread houses, marshmallow roasting and more. Check out fivepointsbid.com/calendar-events for more.
Colfax Sip ’n’ Stroll
Tuesday, Dec. 12, from 3-7 p.m.
Sponsored by the Colfax Mayfair Business Improvement District. Several local boutiques participate in this coordinated event on Colfax between Eudora Street and Monaco Parkway. Specialty wines and holiday treats help fuel the festivities.