happenings December 9-5pm Families of all ages can freely explore and engage with a myriad of interactive exhibits on space, nature, and the human body at the Denver Museum for free. Groups can delve deeper into the realms of curiosity with specialty exhibit tickets that are purchased separately. Offer kids a hands-on learning experience for their niche interests, or discover new ones. Denver Museum of Nature and Science, Denver. dmns.org
Don’t Forget To Bring Your Christmas List! Friday, Dec. 1. Photo by Pixabay.
Smarty Party Trivia 7pm Gather your family for an evening of brain-teasing fun at Smarty Party Trivia, promising a free and engaging experience suitable for all ages. Competitive families can put their knowledge to the test by uniting in the race against other families to answer obscure trivia questions. With plenty of dinner options at Avanti, have an easy night filled with laughter and friendly competition. LoHi, Denver. avantifandb.com
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December 1 Friday
Discovery Days 9:15am Stimulate your mind with your little ones ages two-six, engage with your kids as they learn through Winter Wonderland-themed crafts, music, and hands-on learning. It is an immersive event perfect for spending a day filled with music, art, and endless fun for the whole family to cherish. Longmont Museum, Longmont. longmontcolorado.gov Speak with Santa 10-3pm Santa Claus himself will be making visits at the Orchard Mall, where he will be patiently listening to the heartfelt
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wishes of children every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, counting down to Christmas Eve. Capture the magic of the season with a commemorative photo, and make unforgettable memories as your kids share their Christmas wishes with the man in red. Orchard Town Center, Westminster. theorchardtowncenter.com
2 Saturday
Disney on Ice 11am Characters from family favorite Disney films of both Frozen and Encanto are coming to life in a captivating iceskating spectacle for a live performance of the movie’s best soundtracks. Showtimes are offered as early as 11 a.m. and as late as 7 p.m so parents and kiddos can catch a show well before bedtime or after school. Ball Arena, Denver. disney.onicedenver.com Ornament Felting Workshop 4-5:30pm Elementary schoolers can partake in a delightful after-school crafting extravaganza where they can unleash their creativity – materials provided, to express themselves through a variety of mediums. Families can make the most of unlimited crafting opportunities at an affordable rate of $42. First, second, and third graders must be accompanied
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by guardians. Fourth graders may be dropped off for independent creation. artSPARK Creative Studio, Denver. artsparkcreative.com
3 Sunday
Luminova Holidays 5-9pm Walk through a spectacular light display in Denver’s favorite amusement park from Christmas through New Year’s. It boasts over 300,000 square feet of mesmerizing scenes, including a towering 65-ft. tree, whimsical snowmen, and a 300-ft. candy cane tunnel. Capture a view of the entire display from the heights of the Ferris Wheel while savoring hot cocoa. This event is recurring Thursday-Sunday until Dec 31. Elitch Gardens, Denver. luminovaholidays.com
Breakfast with Santa 9am Create cherished memories with your loved ones at the Hilton’s festive gathering, featuring enchanting storytime sessions, delightful cookie decorating, and a customizable hot chocolate station alongside a breakfast buffet and a tantalizing pancake station. Capture the special childhood moments with Santa himself by taking home a commemorative photo. Prospect’s Urban Kitchen, Denver. opentable.com
6 Wednesday
Rudolph Ramble 5k 9-11am Shake off your post-Thanksgiving-itis by getting active in an invigorating 5K run through the heart of Denver’s scenic park alongside neighbors. Register online to run, walk, or skip alongside your community outdoors to promote a healthy lifestyle and bond with the family, but don’t forget to bundle up before running. City Park Denver. rundenverseries.com
Denver Zoo Lights 5-9pm Denver Zoo Lights is a unique array of lights different from any other in Denver, depicting some of the powerful and beautiful animals that can be seen during the day. See the bright tail feathers of a 30 ft. LED peacock, or walk straight through into the fluorescent mouth of a hippo tunnel, the mouth of a hippopotamus. Fear not, there is plenty of time to secure tickets, and it’s happening until Jan. 15. Denver Zoo, Denver. denverzoo.org
4 Monday Free Day
ArtLab Underground 4:30-6pm Encourage your teens to tap into their creativity by developing new skills at Platte Forum’s drop-in workshops for free admission. Program leaders help foster a dynamic learning environment presenting opportunities for teens to explore and refine their artistic potential while connecting with a community of young creatives. Platte Forum, LoDo. platteforum.org
