December Events Around Town

‘THE NUTCRACKER’

WHEN: Nov. 24–Dec. 24, 2018
WHERE: Ellie Caulkins Opera House, Denver Center for the Performing Arts
A holiday tradition, Colorado Ballet‘s performance of Tchaikovsky’s famous score was named the best-loved “The Nutcracker” production in the country last year.

SANTA’S VILLAGE AT CHATFIELD FARMS

WHEN: Nov. 23–Dec. 23, 2018
WHERE: Chatfield Farms at the Denver Botanic Gardens
Bring the kids to meet Santa (and his reindeer), make crafts with Mrs. Claus and take a magical hayride under twinkling holiday lights at Santa’s Village. Afterward, the whole family can shop for handcrafted gifts in Santa’s workshop.

ZOO LIGHTS

WHEN: Nov. 30, 2018–Jan. 6, 2019
WHERE: Denver Zoo
Zoo Lights will span 70 acres of Denver Zoo’s campus with nightly entertainment, animal encounters, Santa meet-and-greets and, of course, illuminated animal sculptures that swing through trees, jump across lawns hide in bushes and appear in places where they’re least expected.

SANTA ON THE SQUARE

WHEN: Dec. 1–2, 8–9, 15–16, 22–24
WHERE: Larimer Square
It’s the happiest season of all at Larimer Square, where historic charm meets holiday cheer. With festive dining options and boutiques filled with treasures for everyone on your ‘Nice’ list, Larimer Square help you celebrate in style. There are also carolers, carriage rides and Santa on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the season. Visits with Santa are free and open to the public.

DIOR: FROM PARIS TO THE WORLD

WHEN: Nov. 19, 2018–Mar. 3, 2019 (closed Thanksgiving and Christmas days)
WHERE: Denver Art Museum 
See 150 couture dresses, accessories, drawings, photographs and videos that span 70 years of the House of Dior’s enduring fashion legacy.

TEN TENORS — HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS WITH YOUR COLORADO SYMPHONY

WHEN: Dec. 9, 2018
WHERE: Boettcher Concert Hall in the Denver Performing Arts Complex
Australia’s Ten Tenors welcome the holiday season soaring operatic versions of “White Christmas,” “Joy to the World,” “Winter Wonderland,” “Amazing Grace” and “Feliz Navidad,” during Home for the Holidays. The Ten Tenors are accompanied by your Colorado Symphony.

A COLORADO CHRISTMAS

WHEN: Dec. 14–16, 2018
WHERE: Boettcher Concert Hall in the Denver Performing Arts Complex
The warm sounds of the holidays fill the concert hall with your favorite songs at A Colorado Christmas. “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas,” narrated live from stage, will put a smile on your face and set a festive tone for this treasured holiday program, and you won’t want to miss other favorite works like “Sleigh Ride,” “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” from “The Nutcracker” and even a few “Frozen” winter tunes. Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus will be on hand to see who’s naughty and who’s nice in preparation for the big night.

ANNUAL TUBACHRISTMAS

WHEN: Dec. 16, 2018
WHERE: DPAC/Denver Performing Arts Complex
Tired of the same old holiday soundtrack? Revive your holiday spirit at the Annual TubaChristmas concert! Tap your toes to your favorite holiday tunes being played by 300 tuba players from all over the region.