Sure, Denverites love the Parade of Lights and the tree lighting at Union Station. But what else is there to do here during the holiday season? Today on the show, host Bree Davies is joined by newsletter editor Peyton Garcia for a rundown of some of the best Christmas-y things to do, see, and eat in the Mile High. From pop-up bars and holiday markets to tamale tastings and visits with Santa, we’ve got a variety of seasonal recommendations to fill your December calendar and make the yuletide great!

Stuff we mentioned:


Christkindl Market at Civic Center Park (Plus, Peyton mentioned this list of first-timers tips)

Denver Zoo Lights


Camp Christmas (Listen to Bree’s tour with director Lonnie Hanzon from last year)


Holiday Tea at Hotel Boulderado 


Miracle, the Christmas cocktail pop-up

Festival Del Tamal Y Atole


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