The holiday season is in full swing in Boulder, Colorado! Looking for seasonal festivities or enriching events to fill your calendar? Here’s an overview of what’s happening this month.
CU Presents’ holiday festival
When: 12/5-7
Where: Macky Auditorium
Macky Auditorium has been hosting our city’s most beloved holiday concert for more than 40 years. Proudly presented by the CU Presents program, the Holiday Festival will spotlight The College of Music’s talented choirs, orchestras, ensembles and soloists in a joyful celebration of the season. You won’t want to miss it! Get your tickets here.
Winter Festival in Chautauqua Park
When: 12/12-13
Where: Chautauqua Park
Every December, historic Colorado Chautauqua hosts a lively winter festival. This year the festivities will take place on December 12 and 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. At WinterFest you will find a wide range of activities including carriage rides on the Chautauqua Green, a winter fairytale forest at the Picnic Shelter, Santa’s Cottage, craft making and much more. Passes are available here.
Lights of December Parade
When: 13/12
Where: Historic Boulder downtown
If you’re looking for a classic holiday gathering, the Lights of December Parade is for you! This parade begins at 6:00 PM at 15th and Walnut, where floats made by local businesses and community groups will parade through the streets. While you’re here, you can enjoy live musical performances from marching bands, beautiful twinkling lights, and even a visit from Santa Claus.
Hanukkah on Pearl
When: 15/12
Where: 1300 Block of Pearl Street
The Boulder JCC and Boulder County Center for Judaism invite you to the annual Chanukah Menorah Lighting on Pearl. This lively and festive event welcomes people from all backgrounds where you can enjoy live music, traditional Hanukkah food and the Menorah lighting ceremony. Advanced registration is highly recommended for accurate staffing! If you want to be there, register here.
Roaring 20s NYE party
When: 31/12
Where: St Julien Hotel & Spa
St Julien is the ideal place for New Year’s Eve parties! On December 31, you are very welcome to welcome 2026 with a glamorous evening in the best hotel in our city. Put on your best 1920s clothes and enjoy the live entertainment Top shelf 5280 while tasting snacks from the tray and enjoying the open premium bar. Interested in attending? Get your tickets here.
The holiday season in Boulder is truly spectacular. I hope you discover everything our city has to offer this December. Happy Holidays!
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