the Children’s Museum 9 am
A winter wonderland has taken over Joy Park! Spend your day enjoying the fresh air, gliding around the rink, sledding on real snow and cozying up by a warm fire! From ice fishing huts and vintage snowmobiles to dog sleds and more, Snow Days is quintessential Colorado fun for the whole family. Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus, Denver. mychildsmuseum.org 4 Sunday Magic in the Moon Rabbit 7:30-10:30pm Step into the secrets of Moon Rabbit for an unforgettable night of tableside magic with Shawn Preston.
Snow Days at the Children’s Museum, Jan. 3
Chasing Rabbits, Vail. chasingrabbitsvail.com
1 Thursday Denver Botanic Gardens Blossoms of Light Through January 11 This dazzling event transforms filled with vibrant displays, immersive installations and the warm glow of cherished memories—old and new. Denver Botanic Gardens, Denver. botanicgardens.org winter gardens into an illuminated wonderland ICE! Christmas at Gaylord Rockies Through January 2 Experience So Much Christmas with dazzling displays, tempting treats, holiday shows, and festive activities. ICE! features beloved scenes from ICE! featuring Dr. Seuss’ “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” brought to life through colorful, colossal ice sculptures. Gaylord Rockies Resort, Aurora. christmasatgaylordrockies.com
Zoo Lights Adult Nights 5:30-10pm Enjoy a night out at Zoo Lights without the kids! Whether you’re going for a date or gathering with friends, Adult Night is just for kids at heart, ages 21 and up. Enjoy silent disco and everyone’s favorite Conservation Carousel karaoke . Denver Zoo, Denver. denverzoo.org 2 Friday Coral Quest Camp 9am-4pm Dive into an underwater adventure to explore vibrant coral reefs and the amazing animals that call them home! Butterfly Pavilion, Westminster. butterflies.org Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors Through January Filled with clever wordplay and anything-goes pop culture references, it’s a 90-minute, gender-bending, quick- changing, laugh-out-loud reimagining of the gothic classic, perfect for audiences of all bloody types. Garner Galleria Theatre, Denver. denvercenter.org
This outdoor skating rink on the McGregor Square Plaza is the perfect winter activity for guests of all ages. Skates are available on-site for rental, or bring your own. An outside bar will be available serving hot chocolate and more. McGregor Square, Denver. mcgregorsquare.com Perfect for family gatherings or work parties, the show is a variety of holiday themed skits, jokes, high energy dance numbers, and unique songs that are guaranteed to put you in high spirits. Glenwood Vaudeville Revue, Glenwood Springs. gvrshow.com Vaudeville Holiday Show Through January 17 3 Saturday John Mulaney: Mister Whatever 7:30-9pm John Mulaney is coming to Colorado on his first leg of his newest stand-up tour, John Mulaney: Mister Whatever. Mulaney is a host, writer, and executive producer of his Netflix talk show Everybody’s Live with John Mulaney . Wheeler Opera House, Aspen. wheeleroperahouse.com
Snack Club 3-4pm
Love snacks? Hang out at the teen space and try a variety of fun, unique, and tasty treats – some familiar, some totally new. Boulder Public Library, Boulder. boulderlibrary.org
5 Monday Beetle Mania Camp 9am-4pm
Explore the diverse world of beetles and how they make up the majority of the animals in the world! Butterfly Pavilion, Westminster. butterflies.org The MusicFest at Steamboat kis celebrating an incredible milestone of 40 years of music, mountains, and memories. Steamboat Resort, Steamboat Springs. steamboat.com MusicFest 2026 Through January 10
Pages and Paws 3:45-4:45pm
Read with a licensed therapy dog. Practice reading skills in a safe, non-judgmental environment. One 15-minute timeslot per child. NoBo Corner Library, Boulder.
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McGregor Skate Through January 25
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