Step into a real-life snowglobe this holiday season. With the Rocky Mountains as a backdrop, Estes Park streets glow with twinkling lights and wondrous walk-through light displays. Shops and eateries are decked out for the holidays and offer seasonal specials. A festive calendar of events spans Thanksgiving through the New Year. From a free nightly holiday light show to the Catch the Glow Parade and an all-new holiday adventure fest, the celebration is non-stop.
Here’s Why It’s Your Next Holiday Tradition
Beginning November 22, 2025, the magic of the holidays transforms Estes Park into a winter wonderland. Bond Park dazzles every evening with a FREE light show from 5–9 p.m., featuring Colorado's only 36-foot pixel pine tree. This isn't just any holiday tree. It produces a mesmerizing light show choreographed to your favorite holiday tunes. And it's surrounded by Instagrammable walk-through light displays that only add to the holiday cheer. Combined with a calendar full of festivities and fun seasonal things to do, it's an experience you won't want to miss.
Cozy up in the taproom with a new book and a beer! On Saturday, December 13th Macdonald Book Shop will be on site with a selection...
Join us for the Colorado Creative District Celebration Saturday, Dec 13 from 12–4pm at 175 Cleave St! Live music by Cowboy...
Looking for something fun to do for the holiday season? Macdonald Book Shop has a special Saturday story time at 9am. We will read...
We invite you to join us for Estes Park’s favorite event to kick-off the holiday season. Browse over 40 holiday trees adorning the...
Festive Flavors: Holiday Cooking & Gifts from the Kitchen with Vikki Haan | Saturdays | Dec 6 - 20 | 9 - 11 AM | $90 | $40...
Holiday Art Market Sat, Dec 13 | Bird's Nest | Estes Park Shop local artist for Holiday Gifts at Bird's Nest! Saturday December...
🎄✨ Holiday Crafts at Bear & Bee! ✨🎄 Drop in and get your merry-making on with our festive holiday projects—perfect for...
The Estes Park Chorale presents their annual holiday concert. This year, we will sing favorite holiday songs from the movies and...
Sip, mingle, and get merry all season long at the Hoppy Holiday Bar! Join us at Avant Garde Aleworks as our taproom transforms...
Hidden beneath the original Carriage House of the historic Stanley Hotel, there is a secret subterranean theater, where the...
🎄Reindeer Rendezvous at Wildfire Homes 🎄 Get into the holiday spirit at the Reindeer Rendezvous, a magical community event right...
Sleigh the Games combines over a dozen fun, active, winter-themed adventures/games with great live entertainment, holiday charm,...
Hidden beneath The Post Restaurant, at The Historic Stanley Hotel, there is a subterranean theater where the greatest magicians in...
✨🎄 Holiday Ladies Night at Bear & Bee! 🎄✨ Grab your girlfriends and come get creative at our most festive night of the...
☕❄️ Holiday Hot Chocolate Bar & Mulled Wine 🍷✨ Warm up with the coziest treats of the Season! Join us for a festive Hot...
Join us on December 18th from 5-7pm for an Ugly Sweater Christmas party. Bring an ornament and do a white elephant gift exchange....
Join us in December to celebrate the holidays with our three curse festive menu for the 12 Days of Christmas, available December...
Naughty or nice? We prefer a little of both! 🎄😵💫 We're wrapping up a bit of mischief for the big kids this season. Take a...
Come join us in The Tasting Room at Snowy Peaks Winery for FRIDAY LIVE MUSIC featuring Neilson & Nicholson. We recommend...
Come create with your family and friends. Make a gift, holiday decor, or just something for yourself! No painting experience...
“Clark, we’re kicking off Christmas with booze!” Get ready for a hilariously chaotic holiday night inspired by the classic...
Hidden beneath The Post Restaurant, at The Historic Stanley Hotel, there is a subterranean theater where the greatest magicians in...
🎅 Join us for festive mischief, competitions, and holiday cheer! 🦌 Get ready to jingle, mingle, and compete in our Santa’s...
Come join us in The Tasting Room at Snowy Peaks Winery for FRIDAY LIVE MUSIC featuring Tristan Andersen. We recommend making...
Share the Road 6-8pm at Tavern at the Legion. Tavern food and bar available. Queen of hearts raffle every friday. Ticket sales...
Kick off your New Year’s Eve celebrations early with an afternoon of cocktails, chaos, and cheeky competition. Boozy Bingo: NYE...
Random and True brings its pickin', pluckin' and vocal harmonies to The Rock Inn. Sounds you'll hear range from light background...
New Year's Eve Jabronathon! This New Year’s Eve, we’re trading champagne flutes for power chords and blasting into 2026 with a...
Free admission! Free champagne toast! Early bird countdown at 10pm. Come dance the night away with Blue Sky Mountain Band on stage...
Reserve your table today on resy.com! Sat, Jan 31 | Estes Park Join us for an evening of fun and culinary delights to welcome in...

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