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Sweets Stroll Festival Weekend

December 21 - 22, 2024

 

Sweet Stroll Festival

December 21, 2024

12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.  

Bond Park
 

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 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. After collecting a stamp from each location, please return your punch card to the Visit Estes Park booth in Bond Park to enter the grand prize drawing!

 

Participating stores and their offerings:

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory: 1 Piece of Chocolate Candy

You Need Pie: 1 Cookie

Beef Jerky Experience: 1 Piece of Cherry Maple Jerky

Big Horn Restaurant: 1 Cookie

Old Fashion Candy Store: 1 Piece of Freeze-Dried Candy

Trendz: 1 Brownie

The Taffy Shop: 1 Holiday Flavor Favor

The Bird's Nest: 1 Fresh-Baked Holiday Pastry

Estes Park Sugar Shack: 1 Truffle

Flavors of the Rockies: 1 Piece of Fudget

Estes Park Candy and Jerky Depot: 1 Bag of Assorted Candies

Rocket Fizz: 1 Piece of Candy

Bird & Jim: Mini Bread Pudding with Bourbon Sauce

The Highland Bard: A Tea Jelly Sample

Twisted Griffin Irish Pub and Restaurant: Non-Boozy or Boozy Ice Cream Sample

Griffin's Nest Coffee and Tea Pub: Coffee and Cookies

Munchin House: TBD

Caramel Corn: TBD

 

This FREE event is packed with fun and magic for the whole family, including: 

Live Ice Sculpting, Free Giveaways, Holiday Gift Market and Craft Stations, Princess and Character visits, Photo ops with Santa, Free Glitter Tattoos, Food Trucks & a Beer Garden.

 

At 5 p.m., witness our Nightly Light Show Spectacular, featuring the state's only Pixel Pine tree. This unique show blends cutting-edge technology with beloved holiday tunes for a mesmerizing light and music dance. Don't miss this unforgettable highlight of the season, and be sure to capture the magic at our life-size photo ops.

 

Check out our participating stores on this Google Map!


 

 

 

 

Chase the Glow 5K run/walk

December 21, 2024

6:00 p.m.

 

Join us for a festive, family-friendly Christmas run/walk in Estes Park. This 5k journey takes participants on a paved path through Estes Park's stunning holiday light spectacles, culminating in Bond Park amidst a charming Christmas village. After crossing the finish line, warm up with delicious hot chocolate and homemade Christmas cookies crafted by local artisans at Jubilations.

 

5K Run/Walk 6pm start

 

1 Mile walk ā€‹6pm start

 

Sunday Breakfast with Santa

December 22, 2024

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

The Bull Pin

 

This November, Estes Park's very own The Bull Pin will be magically transformed into Holiday Town, a dazzling winter paradise filled with the spirit of Christmas. Immerse yourself in an enchanting setting of sparkling lights, festive joy, and seasonal wonders. Kick off your holiday experience at Candy Cane Lanes with a delightful breakfast and cherished photo moments with Santa. Continue the merriment at Tinsel Tavern, where our cheerful mixologists will craft exquisite holiday-themed cocktails to warm your heart. Get creative in wreath decorating workshops hosted by Carissa from *Simply Christmas*, or take a novel approach by decorating bowling pins at The Creativity Cabin. Visit our website for additional event information. Make your way to Holiday Town for unforgettable festive moments this season in Estes Park!

 

FREE Sunday Stroll with Savannah the Reindeer

Sunday, December 22, 2024

12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

 

Head downtown for a whimsical FREE meeting with Savannah the Reindeer. Children and families will have the opportunity to snap photos with both the reindeer and Kris Kringle, offering a truly magical experience!

 

 

ONGOING EVENTS

 

Holiday Town

The Bull Pin in Estes Park is now "Holiday Town," a festive winter wonderland! Enjoy breakfast and photos with Santa at Candy Cane Lanes, sip holiday cocktails at Tinsel Tavern, and decorate bowling pins at The Creativity Cabin. Visit The Bull Pin for the full event schedule!

 

Snowman Scavenger Hunt

Complete the Snowman Scavenger Hunt from December 7 - December 31, 2024. It's completely FREE! Embark on a delightful journey by picking up a snowman punch card at any participating store. Wander through the town on a quest to find all the hidden snowmen. Once you've filled out your punch card, go to Simply Christmas to claim your FREE snowman ornament!

 

Holiday Lights Driving Tour

Dive into the festive spirit with this enchanted map of shimmering lights and holiday adornments! Embark on a joyful journey through downtown's sparkling lights and the quaint neighborhoods of Estes Park. Remember to carve out some time for shopping and indulging in delicious sweets along your route! This complimentary, self-guided tour is perfect for immersing yourself in the holiday cheer!

 

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