Blossoms of Light
Where: Botanic Gardens 1005 York St. Denver, CO 80206
When: through Tuesday, Jan 20th - 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
From now until Jan. 20, 2008, the Denver Botanic Gardens revives the gardens with one million colorful lights for the 19th annual "Blossoms of Light." HoloSpex 3-D glasses are also available for an additional $1. Hot cocoa and other refreshments are sold at the Botanic Gardens to ward off the chill during the walk around the gardens.
Tickets are $9 for adults, $7 for seniors and $6 for children
For more information visit www.botanicgardens.org
Starz Denver International Film Festival
Where: Starz Film Center, Auraria Campus, Denver
When: Thursday, Nov 13th through Sunday, Nov 23rd
An eleven-day roster of international screenings, red-carpet premieres and awards ceremonies - among them the prestigious Krzysztof Kieslowski Award for Best Feature Film, the Maysles Brothers Award for Best Documentary and the achievement-based John Cassavetes Award. Many times, the cast, crew and directors are on-hand to discuss and explain their films, into which they've poured their collective talent.
Cost: $10 General Admission
For more information visit www.denverfilm.org
CINTAS DONATES SECURE SHREDDING SERVICES IN EXCHANGE FOR TOYS
Where: 3925 Monaco Parkway, Unit A, in Denver
When: Saturday, Nov 22nd - 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Denver-area residents and businesses will soon be able help protect themselves against identity theft and help the area's underprivileged children at the same time. On Saturday, November 22nd, Cintas Document Management in Denver will host a free shredding event benefitting Toys for Tots. Cintas will provide free, secure shredding of confidential documents in exchange for a new, unwrapped toy. The public's generosity goes even further. In addition to the toys, ten percent of the revenue generated by recycling the shredded materials from the event will be donated to the Toys for Tots program.
"People who take advantage of the event are not only helping protect themselves and their loved ones against identify theft, but they are helping a great cause at the same time," said H. Greg Miller, General Manager of Cintas' Document Management operation in Denver. "The more documents that are shredded, the more kids we can help experience a more joyful holiday."
Crevasse Rescue Clinic
Where: Rocky Mtn. National Park, Estes Park
When: Sunday, Nov 23rd - 8:00 AM to ???
This one-day course prepares you for traveling on glaciated terrain. You’ll learn about glacial gear, team and rope strategies, along with essential skills needed to rescue yourself and your partner(s) from a crevasse.
Denver Christkindl Market
Where: Denver's Skyline Park at the 16th Street Mall and Arapahoe Street
When: Friday, Nov 28th through Tuesday, Dec 23rd
This year the Denver Christkindl Market will once again host vendors, from Germany and other European countries, who offer quality, handcrafted gift items such as traditional hand-carved wooden figurines, handmade candles, and ornaments. Traditional German food, pastries, and candy as well as authentic German beer and Glühwein will be featured.
- 11AM to 8PM Sunday through Thursday
- 11AM to 9PM Friday and Saturday
For more information visit www.denverchristkindlmarket.com
Light up Larimer
Where: Downtown Denver between 14th St. and 15th St. on Larimer
When: Friday, Nov 28th
Larimer Square will be illuminated with its famed light canopy beginning on Thanksgiving and throughout the holiday season. Come see our new LED display for 2008! While there is no official lighting ceremony at Larimer Square, please come downtown on Friday, November 28 when Downtown Denver Lights the Lights.
For more information visit www.downtowndenver.com
Grand Illumination of Downtown
Where: Downtown Denver
When: Friday, Nov 28th - 6:00 PM to ???
This year's Grand Illumination of Downtown Denver features beautiful lighting displays at the City and County Building, Denver Pavilions, Union Station, Skyline Park, the 16th Street Mall and the historic D&F Tower. Downtown's unique holiday atmosphere is sure to get you in the holiday spirit. Ceremonies start at 6:00 p.m.
For more information visit www.downtowndenver.com
John Denver Letter Day
Where: Strousse Park, Georgetown
When: Saturday, Nov 29th - 10:00 AM to ???
John Denver's Letter Day and Georgetown's Tree Lighting Ceremony Relive your Christmas Memories in Historic Georgetown. Celebrate Letter Day from the movie "The Christmas Gift"; stay for the Tree Lighting Ceremony; followed by John Adams at the Red Ram.
Parade of Lights
Where: Downtown Denver, starting in front of Civic Center Park and the City & County Building on Bannock Street at 14th Avenue
When: Friday, Dec 5th through Saturday, Dec 6th
Spectator viewing for the Parade is free all along the two-mile route, as Downtown Denver's skyline provides a stunning background for the lights and sounds of the parade. Convenient Grandstand seating is available at the start of the parade route across from the beautifully lit City & County Building.
- Friday, December 5, 2008 at 8 p.m.
- Saturday, December 6, 2008 at 6 p.m.
For more information visit www.denverparadeoflights.com
Olde Golden Christmas on Parade
Where: Downtown Golden11th Street between Arapahoe and Maple streets
When: Saturday, Dec 6th through Saturday, Dec 20th - 11:00 AM to ???
Golden's hometown parade on Washington Ave., with floats, clowns, Christmas characters, music and Santa, and continuing post-parade family activities. From Wednesday November 5th-Sunday December 20th the town of Golden is hosting many different family friendly events. Make sure to check out the website for a complete list of festivities.
For more information and a calendar of up coming events visit www.goldencochamber.org
Zoo Lights
Where: 2300 Steele Street Denver, CO 80205-4899
When: Friday, Dec 12th through Sunday, Jan 4th - 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Come and experience a holiday light safari with more than 38 brilliantly-illuminated acres of lights, featuring more than 150 animated animal sculptures that swing through trees, jump across lawns, hide in bushes and appear in places where they’re least expected.
- Adults (Ages 12-64) $8 - Early bird price - $6
- Children (Ages 3-11) $4
- Seniors (Ages 65+) $6
For more information visit www.denverzoo.org
Jingle Bell Run
Where: Washington Park, Denver CO
When: Sunday, Dec 14th
Get in the spirit this holiday season at the Arthritis Foundation’s Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis®. Be one of the thousands of runners and walkers who hit the nation's pavements, pathways and parks this winter to fight arthritis, the nation’s most common cause of disability. Jingle Bell Run/Walk® is a fun and festive way to kick off your holidays by helping others! Wear a holiday themed costume. Tie jingle bells to your shoelaces. Run or walk a 5 kilometer route with your team members and celebrate the season by giving.
For more information visit jinglebellrundenver.kintera.org
New Year's Eve Fireworks
Where: 16th Street Mall Downtown Denver
When: Wednesday, Dec 31st - 9:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Welcome the arrival of 2009 with the New Year's Eve Fireworks Downtown! The event will entertain families and others looking for an early celebration, while the second show officially marks the start of the New Year at midnight. The two fireworks programs are identical, and both are launched simultaneously from dual sites along the 16th Street Mall. Produced by Downtown Denver Events, Inc. and supported by the Downtown Denver Business Improvement District and the City & County of Denver. You can view the fireworks anywhere along the 16th Street Mall. Please note, between 8 pm and 1 am, RTD light rail trains will not cross the 16th Street Mall. The 16th Street Mall Ride shuttles will stop temporarily during the two fireworks shows.
For more information visit www.downtowndenver.com
