🎄Work In Progress ~ I will constinantly be updating this as I find more, so check back often! 🎄

 

Ho-ho-hold onto your Santa hats! 🎅✨ The holiday season is here, and so is the ultimate list of Santa-themed events across Colorado. From pictures with Santa 📸 and cookies with the big guy 🍪 to dazzling parades 🎆 and festive brunches 🍳, we’ve got it all covered. Whether you’re in Larkspur, Monument, Colorado Springs, or somewhere in between, this guide is packed with magical moments for the whole family to enjoy.

So grab your calendar 🗓️, mark those dates, and get ready to make this season unforgettable! 🌟 Don’t forget to bring your wish lists and holiday spirit! 🎁

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I have found as many as possible, and I will continue to add to this list as I find more! If you know of something that is missing, please let me know!! 

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📅 November 22 – January 1, 2025

Polar Express Train Ride
📍 Durango, CO
💲 Admission: Varies
🚂 Aboard the Polar Express Train Ride, you and your family will be swept away into an elaborate holiday fantasy complete with hot chocolate, a light show, holiday music, and, of course, Santa.
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📅 November 23 – December 22, 2024

Winter on the Mountain
📍 Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park, Glenwood Springs, CO
💲 Admission: Varies
🎢 Holiday festivities at over 7,000 feet on Iron Mountain. See more than 500,000 lights, meet Santa, and listen to live music.
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📅 November 29 – December 31, 2024

Luminova Holidays at Elitch Gardens
🕒 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM (varies by date)
📍 Elitch Gardens Theme & Water Park, Denver, CO
💲 Admission: Included with 2024 or 2025 Season Pass; single-day tickets available
🎄 Experience over 4 million dazzling lights, a 65-ft. Christmas tree, a 300-ft. candy cane tunnel, and meet Santa Claus. Enjoy select rides and attractions transformed into a winter wonderland.
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📅 November 18 – December 24, 2024

Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops
🕒 Varies by date; reservations required
📍 Bass Pro Shops, Colorado Springs, CO
💲 Free Admission
🎅 Enjoy a free photo with Santa, crafts, and games in a festive setting. Reservations are required and can be made online.
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📅 November 18 – December 24, 2024

Photos with Santa at Chapel Hills Mall
🕒 Mall hours; reservations recommended
📍 Chapel Hills Mall, 1710 Briargate Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO
💲 Photo packages available for purchase
🎅 Capture holiday memories with Santa. Walk-ups are welcome, but reservations are recommended to minimize wait times.
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📅 November 18 – December 24, 2024

Photos with Santa at The Citadel Mall
🕒 Mall hours; reservations recommended
📍 The Citadel Mall, 750 Citadel Drive East, Colorado Springs, CO
💲 Photo packages available for purchase
🎅 Visit Santa for photos and share your holiday wishes. Walk-ups are welcome, but reservations are recommended.
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📅 December 1 – December 23, 2024

Photos with Santa in Old Colorado City
🕒 Saturdays and Sundays, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Bancroft Park, 2408 W. Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO
💲 $17 for the first photo; $7 for each additional photo
🎅 Bring the whole family for photos with Santa every weekend leading up to Christmas.
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📅 November 18 – December 24, 2024

Photos with Santa at Chapel Hills Mall
🕒 Mall Hours: Monday–Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 Chapel Hills Mall, 1710 Briargate Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80920
💲 Photo packages start at $39.99
🎅 Capture holiday memories with Santa at Chapel Hills Mall. Walk-ups are welcome, but reservations are recommended to minimize wait times. Multiple families are scheduled during each 15-minute time slot.
🔗 Reserve Your Spot

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📅 November 18 – December 24, 2024

Photos with Santa at The Citadel Mall
🕒 Mall Hours: Monday–Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 The Citadel Mall, 750 Citadel Drive East, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
💲 Photo packages start at $39.99
🎅 Visit Santa for photos and share your holiday wishes at The Citadel Mall. Walk-ups are welcome, but reservations are recommended. Multiple families are scheduled during each 15-minute time slot.
🔗 Reserve Your Spot

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Please check the provided links for the most up-to-date information on dates, times, and any potential changes to the events. Enjoy the holiday season! 🎄

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📅 December 2024  

Visit Santa and Mrs. Claus in Colorado Springs
📍 Colorado Springs, CO
💲 Free Admission
🎄 Bring your camera and kids to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus. Enjoy a festive atmosphere and capture memorable photos.
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📅 Date and Time: Check event page for details

Come See Santa at Magic of Lights – Colorado Springs
📍 Colorado Springs, CO
💲 Admission: Included with ticket
🎅 Visit Santa inside the all-new Holiday Village on select evenings. Admission to the Village is included with your ticket.
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📅 Date and Time: Check event page for details

Santa in the Driveway 2021
📍 1116 W Pikes Peak Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80904
💲 Free Admission
🎅 Visit Santa and Mrs. Claus in the driveway. Bring your camera, kids, and enjoy a festive atmosphere.
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📅 Date and Time: Check event page for details

Magical Holiday Brunch at ViewHouse Colorado Springs
📍 ViewHouse Colorado Springs, CO
💲 Admission: Check event page for details
🍽️ Join us for a magical holiday brunch at our Colorado Springs “Santa Cabin.” Enjoy an à la carte brunch with Santa, festive cocktails, and your favorite ViewHouse brunch fare.
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📅 Date and Time: Check event page for details

Free Photos with Santa
📍 Colorado Springs, CO
💲 Free Admission
🎅 Families can enjoy a hot chocolate bar, candy canes, and take a free photo with Santa at this special event.
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Please check the provided links for the most up-to-date information on dates, times, and any potential changes to the events. Enjoy the holiday season! 🎄

Bridge of Lights at Royal Gorge Bridge & Park
🕒 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Royal Gorge Bridge & Park, Cañon City, CO
💲 Admission: TBD
🚗 Drive across the Royal Gorge Bridge, illuminated with thousands of lights, and enjoy hot cocoa and cookies available for purchase.
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Holiday Evening at Rock Ledge Ranch
🕒 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site, Colorado Springs, CO
💲 Admission: $6-$8
🏡 The ranch will be transformed with the sights, sounds, and aromas of the festive season, featuring St. Nicholas in the Barn, wagon rides, old-time musical entertainment, and more.
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Brunch with Santa at Cheyenne Mountain Resort
🕒 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Mountain View Restaurant, Cheyenne Mountain Colorado Springs, CO
💲 Adults: $50; Kids (5-11): $25
🍽️ Enjoy a jolly brunch with Santa, Christmas carolers, and Santa sitting in his sleigh for pictures. Reservations recommended.
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Festival of Lights Open House
🕒 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum Annex; 121 S. Tejon Street, Suite 100, Colorado Springs, CO
💲 Free Admission
🏛️ Families are invited to join the annual holiday celebration featuring musical performances, crafts, face painting, and other family-friendly activities.
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📅 Sunday, December 1, 2024

The Voice and the Violin Candlelight Christmas
🕒 5:00 PM
📍 ENT Center for the Arts, 5225 N. Nevada Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO
💲 Tickets: $15
🎻 Cami Maree and The Blue Violin bring the warmth and wonder of Christmas to life through a perfect blend of classical and contemporary pieces.
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📅 Friday, December 6, 2024

Holiday Fest
🕒 5:00 PM
📍 Iron Horse Park, Fort Carson, CO 80913
💲 Free Admission
🎄 Celebrate the season with festive activities, including a visit from Santa Claus, holiday crafts, and more.
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📅 Friday, December 6, 2024

‘Searching for Santa: A Santastic New Musical’
🕒 7:00 PM
📍 Katheryn Mohrman Theatre at Armstrong Hall, Colorado College, Colorado Springs, CO
💲 Admission: Check website for details
🎭 Join us for the world premiere of a new musical by local Broadway star Joshua Franklin-Wolfe. Follow the elves’ adventure as they search for the next Santa before Christmas Eve.
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📅 Saturday, December 7, 2024

Chasing Santa 5k/Cycling Santa Toy Drive
🕒 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Colorado Springs, CO
💲 Registration: $32.80 per adult; toddlers under 4 free
🚴‍♂️ Participate in a 5K walk/run or a cycling event, all while dressed as Santa! Proceeds benefit local non-profit Christmas Unlimited. Each registration includes a complete Santa suit.
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Festival of Lights Parade
🕒 5:50 PM
📍 Tejon Street, Downtown Colorado Springs, CO
💲 Free Admission
🎉 Experience one of the most cherished holiday traditions in the Pikes Peak region with nearly 100 enchanting floats adorned with captivating lights and decorations.
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The Lighting of Breckenridge & Race of the Santas
📍 Breckenridge, CO
💲 Free Admission
🎅 Kick off December with the family by participating in this holiday event. Watch the town light up as hundreds of Santas run through the streets.
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📅 Saturday, December 7, 2024

‘Searching for Santa: A Santastic New Musical’
🕒 12:00 PM
📍 Katheryn Mohrman Theatre at Armstrong Hall, Colorado College, Colorado Springs, CO
💲 Admission: Check website for details
🎭 Enjoy a matinee performance of this heartwarming and hilarious musical about the elves’ quest to find a new Santa.
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📅 Sunday, December 8, 2024

‘Searching for Santa: A Santastic New Musical’
🕒 2:00 PM
📍 Katheryn Mohrman Theatre at Armstrong Hall, Colorado College, Colorado Springs, CO
💲 Admission: Check website for details
🎭 Don’t miss the final performance of this delightful new musical that brings holiday cheer to the whole family.
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📅 December 7-8 and 14-15, 2024

Georgetown Christmas Market
📍 Georgetown, CO
💲 Free Admission
🎄 Experience a traditional European Christmas market with handcrafted gifts, horse-drawn wagon rides, and visits with St. Nicholas.
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📅 Saturday, December 14, 2024

Santa Bob Giveaway
🕒 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Colorado Springs Event Center, 3960 Palmer Park Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
💲 Free Admission
🎁 The Bob Telmosse’ Foundation hosts its annual giveaway, providing toys and holiday cheer to families in need. Arrive early, as supplies are limited.
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Gold Camp Christmas Parade
🕒 12:00 PM
📍 Bennett Avenue, Cripple Creek, CO
💲 Free Admission
🎅 Enjoy a festive parade featuring Santa Claus, holiday floats, and local entertainment in the heart of Cripple Creek.
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📅 Saturday, December 14, 2024

Santa in September – Benefitting the Colorado Springs Children’s Hospital
🕒 Time: Check event page for details
📍 Colorado Springs, CO
💲 Admission: Check event page for details
🎅 Join this special event featuring Santa Claus to support the Colorado Springs Children’s Hospital. Enjoy festive activities and contribute to a great cause.
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📅 Sunday, December 24, 2024

Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade
🕒 6:30 PM
📍 Telluride, CO
💲 Free Admission
🎿 Watch as skiers and snowboarders glide down the mountain carrying torches, creating a beautiful display of lights. Santa often makes a special appearance.
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