41st Annual 9NEWS Parade of Lights

Begin your holiday season a classic Denver event: the 41st Annual 9NEWS Parade of Lights. The two-mile parade through downtown features marching bands, ornate floats, and, of course, a special appearance by Major Waddles the Penguin and Santa! Free. The parade takes place on two evenings: Friday, December 4, 2015 at 8 p.m. Saturday, December 5, 2015 at.... Read More

Ooh La La French Music Dance Party

Mercury Cafe 2199 California Street, Denver, CO, United States

Alliance Française's Ooh La La French Music Dance Party at the Mercury Café is so much fun. Come mix and mingle with French expatriates living in Denver and Denverites who love French language and culture. This year’s Ooh La La will feature live band Toi et Moi. More info: http://www.afdenver.org/event/ooh-la-la-save-the-date/

Free Day at Mizel Museum

Mizel Museum 400 S. Kearney St., Denver, CO, United States

"The Mizel Museum’s permanent exhibit, 4,000 Year Road Trip: Gathering Sparks, is a dynamic journey through art, artifacts and digital media that illuminates, narrates and celebrates Jewish history and culture, which is ultimately a celebration of not only contemporary life but of all humanity. The exhibit encourages an ongoing conversation about where we came from and.... Read More

Holiday Tea and Tour at Byers-Evans House

Byers-Evans House 1310 Bannock Street, Denver, CO, United States

Enjoy a guided tour of the historic Byers-Evans House followed by tea sandwiches, scones, fresh fruit and desserts at a special holiday tea. Holiday Teas and Tours will take place on December 5, 7, 9, 14 and 16 from 12:30p - 2:30p. Tickets are $20 for History Colorado members, $25 for nonmembers and $18 for.... Read More

Chanukah at the State Capitol

Colorado State Capitol 200 E. Colfax Ave., Denver, CO, United States

This is the 3rd annual public Menorah lighting at the Colorado State Capitol. The Menorah lighting with government officials will kick off the evening, followed by a Chanukah concert with Steve Brodsky joined by mascot Rocky, a Minion, break dancers, donuts, hot cider and a grand BBQ! More info: https://chanukahatthecapitol.wix.com/capitol

Colorado Gives Day

For the sixth year, Community First Foundation and FirstBank are partnering to present Colorado Gives Day. Colorado Gives Day is an annual statewide movement to celebrate and increase philanthropy in Colorado through online giving. Why give on this specific day and through Coloradogives.org? Because your donation will go even farther thanks to a $1 million incentive.... Read More

From Giant Tortoises to Tiger Salamanders: Evolution Then and Now

Denver Museum of Nature and Science 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver, CO, United States

Join the Museum of Nature and Science for a special screening of Galapagos 3D: Nature’s Wonderland. This IMAX film introduces you to a cast of animals and a collection of plants that have uniquely adapted to life on the isolated Galápagos Islands. After the film, hear from Scott Sampson of DMNS and Chris Pague from The Nature.... Read More

Holiday Tea and Tour at Byers-Evans House

Byers-Evans House 1310 Bannock Street, Denver, CO, United States

Enjoy a guided tour of the historic Byers-Evans House followed by tea sandwiches, scones, fresh fruit and desserts at a special holiday tea. Holiday Teas and Tours will take place on December 5, 7, 9, 14 and 16 from 12:30p - 2:30p. Tickets are $20 for History Colorado members, $25 for nonmembers and $18 for.... Read More

The Discovery of the South Pole

Ross-Cherry Creek Library 305 Milwaukee St, Denver, CO, United States

A free lecture from Creative Minds: December 15th is the anniversary of the discovery of the South Pole by Roald Amundsen, "the last of the Vikings."  The race to the South Pole was one of the greatest international races prior to the race to the moon and was full of tragedy and triumph.  It featured tiny,.... Read More

Free Tours of the Governor’s Mansion

Governor's Mansion 400 East 8th Avenue, Denver, CO, United States

The Governor's Residence, Governor's Residence Preservation Fund, American Society of Interior Designers and Colorado Homes & Lifestyles welcomes the public to attend FREE holiday tours offered Thursday, December 3 through Sunday, December 6 and again on Thursday, December 10 through Sunday, December 13 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Tours begin at the Eighth Avenue main.... Read More