December 2025 Events in Estes Park

 As the holiday season unfolds, Estes Park transforms into a winter wonderland brimming with festive activities and events that capture the spirit of the season. Get ready to explore a season of joy and community. Here’s your guide to the best happenings in Estes Park this December—be sure to check back for updates and additional details as the month progresses!  

Quota Club Festival of Trees Viewing Take time to savor the holidays and visit the Estes Park Resort to see the Estes Park Quota Festival of Trees. Over forty beautifully decorated holiday trees fill the lobby of the resort and Ember Restaurant. Estes Park Holiday Lights Driving Tour Get into the holiday season by following this magical map of twinkling lights and festive decorations! Take a cheerful ride through downtown's twinkling lights and Estes Park's charming neighborhoods. Just make sure to make time to shop and enjoy sweet treats along the way! This is a free, self-guided tour that is sure to get you in the holiday spirit! Learn more here.

Snowman Festival Join us for an unforgettable start to the winter season with our Snowman Festival! The Snowman Scavenger Hunt will kick off, inviting you to traverse Estes Park and discover snowmen hidden within various businesses! This day is packed with fun and magic for the whole family. Enjoy nostalgic carriage rides through our winter wonderland and stand in awe as skilled artisans turn blocks of ice into stunning masterpieces right before your eyes.

Boulder Ballet presents The Nutcracker Suite at the Pavilion at The Stanley Hotel, perfect for the whole family! 

The Estes Park Chorale Concert The Estes Park Chorale will present its annual Holiday Concert, "Christmas Stories in Song". The concert will feature traditional carols and newer songs that are tied together by the stories of Christmas they represent.

Join us for a FREE family-friendly winter wonderland extravaganza at our Sweets Stroll Festival! Indulge your sweet tooth with FREE treats as you explore charming downtown Estes Park with our mouthwatering Sweets Stroll! Pick up your free Sweets Stroll punch card in Bond Park at the Catch the Glow Sweets Stroll Festival, and let the sugary adventure begin! Your punch card will lead you to candy stores, ice cream shops, chocolatiers and bakers - each promising a free treat to punch off on your card. Collect 5 stamps and trade them in at Bond Park for a surprise! Chase the Glow 5k Run/Walk Experience the Estes Park lights at this family-friendly Christmas run/walk. Participants will follow a paved 5k route through Estes Park's amazing holiday light displays, finishing in Bond Park, surrounded by the Christmas village. After the run, stay warm and cozy with hot chocolate and Christmas cookies made by local artisans at Jubilations. More info here.

First Friday Art Groove Take a free tour of local art galleries! Various locations will serve food and refreshments and host artist meet-and-greets, demonstrations, show openings and live music. Ride the free Estes Park Trolley to keep you warm between galleries.