Live Well Douglas County

Hometown Holiday Experience
2025-12-13 08:00 - 2025-12-14 17:00 (America/Denver) | Downtown Parker
Starting Nov. 29 through Dec. 21, Downtown Parker comes alive during the holiday season! Visit a *NEW* Gingerbread Lane at the Schoolhouse, Polar Bear Ice Land at Discovery Park and Santa’s Workshop at O’Brien Park for a fun family selfie—it might even be a great addition to your holiday cards! The Town has also invited our holiday walk-around characters from Thanksgiving weekend to stick around on Saturdays and Sundays (from noon to 3 p.m.) through Dec. 21.

Holiday Market
2025-12-12 17:00 - 20:00 | Providence Park, 8100 Piney River Ave, Littleton, Colorado, 80125, United States
Bring your family and friends for a fun holiday market. Vendors, food trucks, live music, and festive photo opportunities.

Unique handmade gifts from vendorsDelicious holiday treatsLive musicFood trucksFestive photo opportunities

General Admission is free. Commemorative event package that includes a collectible mug, mulled wine, or cider are available for purchase. Limited amount available.

The Nutcracker
2025-12-11 00:00 - 2025-12-16 23:59 | PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker, Colorado, 80138, United States
Join us at the PACE Center for one of the sweetest treats of the holiday season, The Nutcracker, proudly presented by Parker Arts and Denver Ballet Theatre from December 11th to December 16th, 2025.

This holiday season, gather friends and family to celebrate The Nutcracker, an enchanting ballet with a feel-good story about the wonder of childhood.​Set at a Christmas Eve party, The Nutcracker tells the story of Clara, a young girl given a magical nutcracker doll. The Nutcracker comes to life in her dreams, battles the evil Rat King, and takes Clara on a magical adventure to the Land of the Sweets, a kingdom filled with colorful characters and pure holiday magic.

With brilliant choreography and a beloved score by Tchaikovsky, Parker Arts’ and Denver Ballet Theatre’s production is a festive treat for the entire family!

The History of Beer
2025-12-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Highlands Ranch Library, 9292 S. Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch, Colorado, 80129, United States
Raise a glass with Active Minds as we explore the fascinating story of beer – one of the world’s oldest and most beloved beverages.

Discover its ancient origins, how beer is made, and the evolution of brewing styles across cultures. We’ll highlight the rise of iconic American brewers and beer families, then delve into today’s booming craft beer movement and its deep roots in Colorado. Whether you’re a casual sipper or a devoted enthusiast, this program offers something to toast to. Cheers!

Classical Concert at the Mansion
2025-12-09 18:30 - 20:00 | Highlands Ranch Mansion, 9950 E Gateway Dr., Highlands Ranch, Colorado, 80126, United States
The Mansion will be dressed for the season as the Highlands Ranch Cultural Affairs Association presents a program of holiday favorites arranged for solo voice and string quartet. Denver based group ReSound presents profound and fun chamber music from a variety of genres. Weaving together the earthy vibrations of the human voice with wooden bowed instruments, ReSound aims to connect, breathe and move with the audience. Come delight in the beautiful sights of the Mansion, enjoy a glass of wine, and be carried away by melodies that embody the holiday season.

Taking Gluten-Free to the Next Level for the Holidays
2025-12-09 14:00 - 15:00 | Parker Library, 20105 Mainstreet, Parker, Colorado, 80138, United States
Whether by necessity or choice, eating gluten-free can bring real benefits – like less bloating, clearer thinking, and better sleep.

But what if you could take those benefits even further? In this presentation, Erinn Snively, Nutritional Health Coach from Natural Grocers, will explore how shifting from gluten-free to grain-free eating may help you feel your best through the holidays and beyond. Learn practical tips, ingredient swaps, and delicious ideas to keep your holiday meals festive and satisfying—without the grains.

Denver Brass 5 - The Holiday Show
2025-12-06 18:30 | Cherokee Ranch and Castle, 6113 N. Daniels Park Road, Sedalia, Colorado, 80135, United States
The DB5 – the ever talented quintet of the Denver Brass returns to fill the Castle with joyous Holiday music as only the Brass can!

Your reservation includes time to explore the splendor of the magnificent Castle fully decorated, guided by friendly docents with plenty of photo opportunities, and an inspiring Brass concert in two sets by the amazingly talented players of DB5. Enjoy complimentary appetizers and holiday treats. A cash bar is also available.

Festival Park Starlight Market
2025-12-06 11:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-05 15:00 - 20:00 | Festival Park, 300 2nd St., Castle Rock, Colorado, 80104, United States
Kick off your holiday shopping with Castle Rock’s premier craft and food market. Shop from more than 40 vendors including unique crafts, art, specialty items, roasted chestnuts, salsa, tamales and more. Get that impossible-to-shop-for person a gift while enjoying the 40-foot decorated tree, hot cocoa, food trucks and holiday music.

Schweiger Ranch Austrian Christmas
2025-12-06 11:00 - 15:00 | Schweiger Ranch, 10822 S. Havana Street, Lone Tree, Colorado, 80134, United States
Schweiger Ranch is presenting its 9th annual Austrian Christmas event. Visit Santa Claus and his real reindeer, take a horse drawn carriage ride, and enjoy authentic Austrian food and music, and much more. Stop by the Christkindl Market for presents that will add a local handcrafted touch to your gift giving.

Larkspur Elementary Holiday Bazaar
2025-12-06 10:00 - 16:00 | Larkspur Elementary, 1103 Perry Park Ave., Larkspur, Colorado, 80118, United States
Come and shop from over 65 vendors for unique, one-of-a-kind gifts for friends and family! Visit Santa and take a free photo. Photos also available with festive real live llamas! We will have food trucks and so much more! Admission is free!

Downtown Parker Holiday Market
2025-12-06 10:00 - 15:00 | O’Brien Park, 10795 Victorian Dr., Parker, Colorado, 80138, United States
The market will feature handmade gifts from local artisans, delicious food trucks, children’s activities and an abundance of festive cheer.

Holiday Celebration at the Highlands Ranch Mansion
2025-12-06 10:00 - 15:00 | Highlands Ranch Mansion, 9950 E Gateway Dr., Highlands Ranch, Colorado, 80126, United States
Join the Mansion and the Highlands Ranch Metro District for this traditional celebration of the holidays with horse-drawn wagons, school choirs, Santa Claus, reindeer games on the lawn, and gift and craft vendors. Self-guided tours of the 27,000-square-foot Mansion will also be available.

All activities are free. Refreshments will be available for purchase.

PLEASE NOTE: Transportation will be by shuttle bus. There will be no parking at the Mansion except for vehicles with handicapped placards or license plates.

Lone Tree Symphony Orchestra Presents Let It Glow
2025-12-06 00:00 - 2025-12-07 23:59 | Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons Street, Lone Tree, Colorado, 80124, United States
Celebrate the magic of the season with Let It Glow, a dazzling holiday concert full of sparkling melodies and festive cheer! The orchestra will light up the stage with a special performance of Music from Frozen, and other classic holiday tunes, including the enchanting Waltz of the Flowers from The Nutcracker. Keep an eye out for a special visitor from up North, who’s sure to bring extra cheer and joy to the festivities! Don’t miss this heartwarming celebration of holiday music and wonder!

The mission of the Lone Tree Symphony Orchestra is to be a first-class community orchestra enabling musicians to perform orchestral music in the city of Lone Tree and South Metro Denver at a high standard, thus enriching the lives of community members through music.

Merry Days
2025-12-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons Street, Lone Tree, Colorado, 80124, United States
The City of Lone Tree is getting ready to unwrap the magic of the holiday season with the lighting of the tree. Come enjoy a hot cocoa and s’more bar, holiday tunes from The Denver Dolls, and roaming holiday characters. Explore our charming holiday market and find one of a kind gifts for your loved ones. The big man in the red suit will be there to listen to your holiday wishes with his reindeer in tow.

The holiday festivities continue with our friends across the street at the Lone Tree Library and MorningStar Senior Living. Join the library for some of our favorite holiday stories, hands-on crafts, and a lil’ something sweet! Visit the Gingerbread Village at MorningStar where you can write a letter to Santa, decorate cookies, pop into a photobooth, browse the Holiday Bazaar, and more!

The tree lighting will take place at 6:30pm with remarks from Mayor Harmon. Story times will be at 7pm, 7:15pm, and 7:30pm.

Tree Lighting Celebration
2025-12-05 17:00 - 19:00 | The Ridge Golf Course, 1414 Castle Pines Pkwy, Castle Pines, Colorado, 80108, United States
Join the City of Castle Pines for the Tree Lighting Celebration to kick off the Winter Wonderland series of events!

At the event:

Meet and greet Santa and his reindeer, take photos, and share your holiday wishesHop on an enchanting train rideEnjoy carolers and immerse yourself in the joyous sounds of the seasonWarm up with a delicious cup of hot cocoaStroll through a magical path lined with sweet surprises and festive decorationsEnjoy local talent showcasing seasonal music and danceBring your friends, family, and neighbors to share in this spirited event! The tree lighting will occur at approximately 6:45 p.m., with a drone light show to follow (weather and conditions permitting).

VIP Experience

Enjoy a VIP experience during the Winter Wonderland Tree Lighting Event. VIP includes a VIP parking space in The Ridge parking lot, followed by food and festive cocktails inside.

An Adult VIP Pass ($60) includes exclusive access to the clubhouse, a light buffet dinner, hot chocolate bar, dessert, and one drink ticket.

A Child VIP Pass (12 and under) ($30) includes exclusive access to the clubhouse, light buffet dinner, hot chocolate bar, and dessert.

VIP passes are limited, so get yours early! Passes go on sale here on Friday, November 7 at 8 a.m.

All pass sales are final.

Hometown Holiday
2025-12-05 15:00 - 19:00 | Highlands Ranch Town Center, 9315 Dorchester St, Highlands Ranch, Colorado, 80129, United States
Celebrate the magic of the season at our Holiday Celebration! Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with photos with Santa, a holiday gift market filled with unique treasures, and live music to set the mood. Savor tasty bites from local food trucks, sip on seasonal drinks at the bar, or warm up with hot cocoa for the kids. Play holiday games, gather with friends and family, and experience the wonder of our dazzling lighting ceremony that will brighten the night. With fun around every corner, this is a holiday tradition you won’t want to miss!

Hormonal Health Series: Is it Hormones? Navigating Menopause
2025-12-04 17:00 - 18:00 | Parker Recreation Center, 17301 E. Lincoln Ave., Parker, Colorado, 80134, United States
Join us for an empowering and informative workshop designed to help women better understand the physical, emotional, and cognitive changes that can occur during the menopausal transition. Led by Jennifer Lucero, a board-certified Nurse Practitioner and certified Menopause Specialist with over 20 years of experience in functional and hormone-based medicine, this session will explore how hormonal shifts impact overall health—and what you can do about it. This session is ideal for women experiencing perimenopause, menopause, or postmenopausal symptoms—or those simply wanting to be proactive about their long-term health and vitality. Expect an open, supportive environment where myths are dispelled, stigmas are broken, and questions are encouraged. You’ll leave informed, validated, and equipped with tools to better manage your health journey.

Pompeii: Life and Legacy in a Lost Roman City
2025-12-03 18:00 - 19:00 | Lone Tree Library, 10055 Library Way, Lone Tree, Colorado, 80124, United States
Join Active Minds for a captivating exploration of Pompeii, the ancient Roman city buried – and remarkably preserved – by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE.

Step into a world frozen in time as we uncover the everyday lives of its residents, from aristocrats and merchants to slaves and families. Through archaeology, art and architecture, we’ll delve into Pompeii’s markets, villas, public baths, and theaters to gain a vivid understanding of Roman society, culture, and urban life nearly two millennia ago.

The Latest Research about Alzheimer’s
2025-12-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Philip and Jerry Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock, Colorado, 80104, United States
Presenter: Bobbie D’Addario, Senior Program Manager with the Alzheimer’s AssociationLocation: Philip and Jerry Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock, CO 80104Description: For centuries we’ve known that the health of the brain and body are connected. Now, science is able to provide insight into how to make lifestyle choices that may keep your brain and body healthy as you age. Learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity, social engagement and the use of hands-on tools. Incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.

Holiday Chamber Music
2025-12-02 18:30 - 20:00 | Southridge Recreation Center, 4800 McArthur Ranch Rd, Highlands Ranch, Colorado, 80130, United States
Celebrate the season with the Chamber Music Society of Greater Denver as they present an enchanting holiday concert filled with warmth, elegance, and festive charm at Southridge Rec Center, 4800 McArthur Ranch Rd. Featuring the delicate interplay of piano, flute, harp, and voice, this chamber ensemble offers a fresh take on timeless holiday classics and wintry favorites. Join us for an unforgettable evening of music!

Sterling Ranch Tree Lighting and Tree Farm
2025-11-29 16:00 - 19:00 | Sterling Center, 8155 Piney River Ave, Littleton, Colorado, 80125, United States
Kick off the holiday season at Sterling Ranch!

Join us as we flip the switch on the Sterling Center tree and watch it come to life with twinkling lights. Enjoy wagon rides, hot chocolate, Dancing Trees, live music, and more festive fun for the whole family. Plus, one lucky winner from our Holiday Traditions Photo Contest will have the honor of lighting the tree!

Don’t forget to stop by our annual Fresh Cut Tree Farm at the Sterling Center from 4 to 6 pm and pick up your perfect tree to take home. Pre-registration is required for the Tree Farm.

Hometown Holiday Kick-Off Weekend
2025-11-29 08:00 - 17:00 | O’Brien Park, 10795 Victorian Dr., Parker, Colorado, 80138, United States
Join us Nov. 29, 2025 at O’Brien Park for our Hometown Holiday Kick-Off Weekend. Take pictures with Elsa and Olaf, Buddy the Elf and more. Enjoy a ride on the Parker Express around O’Brien Park. Learn about and meet Santa’s reindeer. Starting Nov. 30 through Dec. 21, weekends are a festive time in beautiful Downtown Parker during the holiday season thanks to a variety of holiday-themed activities and décor. Take a leisurely stroll from O’Brien to Discovery Park, grab a selfie or a family photo by the Town tree, pal around with Buddy the Elf and his friends, or check out the lights at Discovery Park and the holiday décor attractions along the way.

Mayor's Holiday Lighting
2025-11-28 17:30 - 20:00 | O’Brien Park, 10795 Victorian Dr., Parker, Colorado, 80138, United States
Join the Town of Parker and Presenting Sponsor Audi Parker for an enchanted evening in O’Brien Park. Gather around the park and join the Mayor and the Parker Chorale as they kick off the event with a Silent Night Sing-along! Following Silent Night, the Mayor and Town Council will count down to the Town Tree and Grand Park Lighting. After the lights have been lit, enjoy the sights and sounds of the holiday season with walk-around entertainment, ice sculptures, food vendors, and stage performances from Parker-area high school choirs.

One Christmas Night in Memphis
2025-11-26 18:30 | PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker, Colorado, 80138, United States
Rock the holidays with One Christmas Night in Memphis, an evening of holiday and ‘50s nostalgia, coming to Parker Arts on November 26, 2025.

​Get ready for a holiday night of rockabilly, country, gospel and pure 1950s rock and roll with One Christmas Night in Memphis – a high energy concert that takes you back to December 4, 1956, the night when four of the biggest names in early rock and roll- Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis and Johnny Cash- gathered together for an impromptu jam session at the legendary Sun Studios in Memphis, Tennessee.

Paying tribute to that memorable night, this show features nationally acclaimed cast members who have an uncanny sound, look and feel of the original legends. Audiences of all ages will feel as though they are witness to the history-making rock and roll royalty jam session with the legendary performers whose music has stood the test of time.

Denver Concert Band Presents Heroes and Holidays
2025-11-23 14:00 | Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons Street, Lone Tree, Colorado, 80124, United States
The Denver Concert Band invites you to a musical celebration with a dual theme: Heroes and Holidays. The performance begins with powerful works honoring heroes of all kinds, both legendary and fictional portraying bravery, sacrifice, and imagination. Expect bold fanfares, dramatic soundscapes, and heart-pounding rhythms that bring these iconic figures to life.

The second half of the performance kicks off for the holiday season with a festive program with a collection of holiday music that may stray a bit from tradition. Expect jazzy sleigh rides, humorous holiday tales, and playful twists on familiar tunes. The concert wraps up with a joyful surprise from the North Pole!

Castle Rock Annual Starlighting
2025-11-22 14:00 - 18:00 | Wilcox Square, 301 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, 80104, United States
Join the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce for the annual Starlighting festivities including hot chocolate and adult beverages, food trucks, nonprofit booths, strolling entertainers, and live entertainment. The Starlighting ceremony will begin at 5 p.m., with the actual lighting of the star at approximately 5:30 p.m. followed immediately by fireworks.

Trail of Lights
2025-11-21 17:00 - 2026-01-11 20:30 | Chatfield Farms, 8500 W. Deer Creek Canyon Road, Littleton, Colorado, 80128, United States
Trail of Lights at Chatfield Farms takes you along a winding path glistening with lights that illuminate the Colorado countryside.

Tucked into the foothills under the dark sky, the glow of lights can be seen for miles. Just under a mile of walking trail, the illumination of cottonwoods, boxelders and pine trees line the pathway past the Green Farm Barn and through the Crossroads Garden, Deer Creek Discovery Children’s Play Area and 1880s Hildebrand Ranch homestead. There is the option of an alternative path for those who want to take a shorter stroll.

In line with our core value of sustainability, all lights used in the event are LED.

Holiday Gift Fair
2025-11-15 09:00 - 17:00 | Eastridge Recreation Center, 9568 S. University Blvd, Highlands Ranch, Colorado, 80126, United States
This one-day show is the perfect opportunity to purchase gifts for yourself or someone special in your life. The Eastridge Recreation Center Gym and Track are filled with a variety of vendors ready to sell their unique work including jewelry, pottery, wooden crafts, bath products, holiday gifts, and more! You will be delighted with the quality and selection.

Forest of Stories
2025-11-15 00:00 - 2026-01-04 23:59 | Colorado
Enjoy a free, wonder-filled experience for the whole family! The Douglas County Libraries’ expanded Forest of Stories exhibit displays 175 decorated trees, all dressed up in stories — from favorite children’s tales and classic literature, to crime thrillers, mysteries and more. There is something for everyone!
