What To Do In And Around Hilltop: Holiday Edition
It’s the holiday season in Hilltop, and we’re here to give you all the things you and your family can do close to home or out in our city.
Holiday Fun in Hilltop
Hilltop holiday lights walks - Pick a loop around the neighborhood to view some of the best lights in the city! (Yes, we are a little biased). Maybe make your final stop Locanda del Borgo or Kazumi Sushi, or pick up a pizza at Basil Doc’s.
Cranmer Park at dusk - Stop by Cranmer Park for a snowy sunset view.
Snow play and sledding at Robinson Park - Hit the Robinson Park hill for great for sledding, snow angels, and dog zoomies!
Out Around Town
Cherry Creek Holiday Market - This market runs daily through Dec. 24th, with food, drink, live music, and 50+ local vendors. Check their website for more details and hours!
Blossoms of Light at Denver Botanic Gardens - Grab tickets and a cup of cocoa for a Denver holiday staple. Walk the glowing mile‑long path of light tunnels, color‑changing trees, and immersive displays. Tickets sell out fast!
Zoo Lights at Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance - Over a million lights, animal‑themed displays, and seasonal treats turn the zoo into a nighttime winter wonderland through early January, making it a favorite for families with kids of all ages.
Mile High Tree and Drone Show - At the Tivoli Quad on the Auraria Campus, visitors can see America’s tallest digital Christmas tree and a nightly drone show with hundreds of synchronized drones creating holiday scenes in the sky. Make sure to stop by the Denver Chistkindlmarket while you’re there!
With The Kiddos
Camp Christmas - Camp Christmas takes over Stanley Marketplace once again, as it runs from mid‑November through December 24 with over‑the‑top decor, themed bars, interactive installations, and visits from Santa.
ICE! at Gaylord Rockies - This year the Gaylord Rockies present ICE! ICE! is a spectacular exhibit featuring hand-carved ice sculptures depicting scenes from Dr. Seuss’ "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," along with gingerbread decorating, photos with Santa, indoor snow tubing on Candy Cane Mountain, an Elf Training Academy, and cozy storytime with Mrs. Claus. Guests can also create holiday keepsakes at the Build-A-Bear Workshop.
